Womens Style Tips

Blake Lively (source)

Jenny McCarthy (source)

Alexis Bledel (source)

Rachel Bilson (source)

One of the most unexpected and surprisingly fresh trends of late summer seems to be the one-shoulder dress. Across the board, this vampy look is making waves with all types of celebrities. Whether they are going for an avant-garde look, or merely something youthful and fun, celebs are making this revolving trend their own again.

My favorite new twist on this hot again trend is the belted look. Blake lively turns an average blue dress into something fabulous with a simple cinch of the belt. For a more off-beat look, opt for a cap sleeve, like on Rachel Bilson. One of my favorite ways to wear the one-shoulder look is the “Grecian goddess” style, like on Jenny McCarthy. Gauzy fabrics and pleated gathers make for an ethereal yet sophisticated look on a one-shoulder dress.

Want to try this hot celebrity trend? Here’s how to wear one-shoulder dresses:

Fun:

Look for bright colors and flirty details, while keeping it simple all at the same time. This trend will work best with a solid color (a print will make this style look dated). I absolutely love this one from Juicy Couture…it makes me want to go dancing!

Juicy Couture (source)

Basic:

Yes, a one-shoulder dress can be basic, I promise. If you are hesitant to try this trend, go for a simple sheath in black first. This is perfect paired under a shrunken tuxedo jacket for work; nix the jacket for happy hour for a great desk-to-dinner look.

Vince One-Shoulder Dress (source)

Still wondering what to do with that one-shoulder top you’ve been kicking around your closet since 2002? Resurrect it! If it is a solid color (black and white are going to work best), pair it with a pencil skirt in a matching or complimenting color and cinch in the middle with a belt. Voila! Instant dress! Try this trend out now while the weather is still warm, and let us know what you think of this look.

Kate Beckinsale (source)

Ashlee Simpson-Wentz (source)

Charlize Theron (source)

Ok…I’m going to be honest; this is not one of the easiest trends to pull off. Maxi dresses are all the rage right now, and you can find them everywhere from Old Navy to Target on the low end to upscale designer styles. While these flowy frocks seem like they would be the answer for all of us body conscious girls (goodbye thunder thighs!), the wrong print or cut could have your dress looking one step away from a house coat.

This being said, I love a good maxi dress; they are ethereal, bohemian and not to mention, comfy. Not only that, but they are the perfect cover up for trendanista mom’s-to-be. If you are brave enough to try this trend, here are a few tips on how to wear a maxi dress:

1) Get a good cut: if you have an ample top, make sure the girls aren’t spilling out everywhere, and that’s just for starters. Make sure your waist is still defined, whether with an empire style or with a belt, and make sure that your not going to trip over a too-long hemline.

2) Prints: beware of busy prints that induce headaches or blurry vision, because that’s a lot of fabric to deal with. If you are particularly unsure or self-conscious, go with a solid print maxi dress to start.

3) Accessorize: another reason to go with a solid colored maxi dress is that it is going to be the easiest to accessorize with. Long necklaces, scarves, and look-at-me handbags go great with a maxi dress. Still not sure what to wear those trendy gladiator sandals with? Try them with a maxi dress to double up on trends.

If you are still not sure, then get yourself an inexpensive solid colored maxi dress and wear it as a cover up to the beach or the pool and give it a test drive. If you decide that the longer style isn’t for you, cut it to just above knee length and repurpose it into a sun dress. Either way, experiment and have fun! Let us know what you think about this summer trend and if it works for you!

Source: CoutureintheCity.com

Hello there you fashionistas! As you know Elliott Lucca is our designer couture giveaway for the month of June! Every Friday we will feature a new handbag giveaway from this exclusive New York designer!

We are excited to announce in our third week running, that today’s giveaway is the EL Satchel!

“Today’s Couture” giveaway this week is the Elliott Lucca Satchel valued at $300!

This beautiful and elegant designer handbag is valued at $300.00! So you better enter and subscribe to Couture in the City if you don’t already! That is supreme value for a high quality and superb designer handbag! The Satchel by Elliott Lucca has ultra-soft leather in an elegant palette of summer colors. And the beautiful shape is enhanced with impeccable lines.

Elliott Lucca Satchel is accented with the distinctive EL logo

So if you want to be the proud owner of a Calypso Satchel in dazzling raspberry, then Enter today and subscribe to Couture! If you already subscribe to Couture in the City you are automatically entered into the giveaway every week! The Calypso Satchel giveaway runs until June 25th. So subscribe if you already haven’t. Next week in Friday’s ‘Today’s Couture’ we will be giving away our grand finale of two handbags to two lucky readers! - The Calypso Satchel and Clutch in silver by EL! So good luck to all you fashionistas!

And the winner of last weeks Calypso Shopper in leaf green will be anounced next week!

Calypso Shopper valued at $288.00!

One day left to enter our Elliott Lucca Calypso Shopper giveaway!

So if you want to be the proud owner of a Calypso Shopper, then Enter today and subscribe to Couture in the City! If you already subscribe to Couture in the City you are automatically entered into the giveaway every week! The Calypso Shopper giveaway runs until June 18th. So subscribe if you already haven’t. The winner of our Calypso Shopper will be anounced this week in Friday’s ‘Today’s Couture’.

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Rory Beca, known for her chic and playful designs, adds Kate Bosworth to her growing list of fashionable celebrity fans. Kate Bosworth was spotted wearing the Double Layer dress in black this weekend at the OmniPeace Charity party in LA. The dress, available in an array of brightly colored hues, retails for $311 dollars and is available online at shopbop.com.

This dress was a must have item from Spring and was so popular that Rory Beca reinvented the dress for her Holiday 08 collection. Rory Beca used one of her new limited edition custom made signature prints, Gold Feathers; to update the look for fall.

Stay tuned on a future post about Rory Beca fall collection.

Source: CoutureintheCity.com

Image: JustJared.com

Charlize Theron looks beautiful in this white poofy dress at the premiere of Hancock on June 16, 2008 at L’Olympia Hall in Paris, France on Monday.

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I have to admit that kate is one of my favorite celebrity’s. This flawless beauty has such an exceptional sense of style from her hair to her make-up, and designer looks. She can have anyone on the brink of envy. But were here to grant that eternal wisdom on how to share that sophisticated look - called kate Beckinsale.

Kate B. donning the high pony tail look - But I want that look too! Here’s how;

Spray hair with a light hair spray using Paul Mitchell’s Super Clean Extra hairspray. And then use a Mason Pearson brush to pull hair into a high ponytail and secure with a strong elastic.

kate looking cool in black

Kate’s wardrobe consists of colors such as black, brown, blue, khaki and white. She keeps the attention on her beautiful face and amazing physique, instead of on what she’s wearing.

Kate keeps it simple - Blue jeans and cropped silk top with beige handbag in leather, and daring high heels.

Kate matches her accessories to her outfits. Her purses compliment her look. So try to match your accessories, so they don’t clash, and keep them neutral.

Keep it cute like Kate - accent jeans with a floral siphon or silk top for the summer.

Kate glams it up in brown

Kate knows how to glam her look and style. So choose dresses that are classic and feminine, and that shine your good looks and natural beauty!

Source: Yahoo and CoutureintheCity.com