Emulate Fashionista Style...

One question that I often get asked is, What fashionistas inspire my style?  When I first started blogging, I posted about my adoration for Olivia Palermo's classic street style.  She continues to marvel me with her crisp trends & clean style.

Here are some of my more recent favorite summer styles of Olivia's...

Every look has 1 or 2 focal points of the entire style.  When people ask how you even begin emulating a fashion icon's style, I always start at the focal point & the rest I try to make my own unique personal style.  I will teach you how to follow your own favorite fashionista's style...

First, Find the Focal Point of the Overall Outfit:

(i.e. What are your eyes drawn to?)

Now, build a look around that piece.  This first picture is a more casual street style,  possibly intended for morning errands & coffee.  Dress up this easy going style, with a chunky statement necklace & keep the rest of the outfit simple:

When I saw this next picture, I immediately was drawn to Olivia's scalloped shorts:

Since this was more of formal chic style, keep the fabrics that you choose that way as well.  Stick to silk or chiffon, something with a sheer finish.  Then, dress up your accessories & it will tie the entire look together.

Without a doubt, I was immediately drawn to Olivia's bright blazer & less dramatic color blocking style. A stylish look, intended for a flashy night out.

Reproducing this style is always my favorite, because you almost cannot go wrong.  Like I have said before adding colors to your night time look, is not only chic but very mod.  It is a fun look to play around with, because not only are you able to block different brights, but you are also able to mix & match different fabrics & accessories! 

One summer style that I have not spent as much time blogging about, but I absolutely adore, is patterned blouses!  The ornate structure is perfect for summer & bring personality to your overall look.

Play around with patterns.  See which patterns look best on you.  Do you like florals, animal print, dots & stripes, etc...?  Choose a pattern that brings you to life & add pops of color for accessories!

Now that I have shared my obsession love for Olivia & how I try to emulate her street style, I am dying to hear who you all love as your fashionista?!

Bohemian Chic...

For those of you that do not know, I am slightly obsessed with Nicole Richie's style...

Whether she is shooting a spread for a magazine, walking around rodeo drive or dressed to impress at an event, she always looks pristine in her bohemian 'look.'  The best part about Nicole is that she knows what style works for her & she doesn't often sway from it.  Once in awhile she will play around with old hollywood glamour but I assure you that she somehow incorporates her personal style of a haute hippy within that look...

 Maybe I enjoy the style so much because it truly encompasses a 'free spirit' style with a touch of avant-garde.  I am so smitten with the boho look & have believed it to be a perfect style for summer...

Here are a 10 of my favorite styles for you to add to your wardrobe- in order to build an overall Bohemian Style...

1. Neutral Print Maxi Dress

2. Woven Fringe Vest

3. Youthful Inspired Crochet Top

4. High-Waist Distressed Denim Cut-Offs

 5. Gyspy Embellished Blouse

6. Gladiator Sandals

7. Peace & Love Silk Wrap Bracelet 

8. Embossed Leather Belt

9. Ikat Tote

10. Feather Draped Accessories 

Bring It All Together...

Retro Trend by the Stars: Rompers...

A style that I have been following since the end of last summer has been the revamped, retro romper!  Made famously by those stars more in-tuned to their bohemian/retro side, this trend will be seen everywhere this summer.  The best part about a romper is that it's the ease of a sundress, yet the casualness of simple shorts & a tank.  It is a trend that looks great on all body types, you just have to style it properly to yours...

Here are a few different styled rompers for you to try, all at reasonable prices for a new trend:

If rompers are new to your wardrobe, try a floral print to ease you into this new trend.  A floral pattern is flirty & chic & does not require as much attention to detail...

(Forever 21: $19.80) 

If you are concerned about styling to your particular body figure, but are also new to using belts as attention to detail accessories, try something with a 'tie waist.'  This will allow you the ease of a belt as well as give you the desired shape you are looking for...

(Anthropologie: $49.95)

If you are looking to use a romper for more of a night style, find a dramatic neckline to play up the appeal.  For instance, this one shoulder ruffle in a beautiful emerald would be perfect for an evening look, paired with a skinny braided belt & woven wedges! 

(Top Shop $26)

A romper trend more famously made by the Kardashian sisters has been the full pant legged romper.  A style that I originally pinned for those tall & thin, but quickly dubbed wrong after I saw how gorgeous Khloe Kardashian looked when she rocked a similar style.  As you all know, Khloe has height & beautiful curves & she made the style look flawless by tailoring it to her body shape.  She cinched at the right places & drew shape where need be.

(Asos: $73.86)

Since denim is so popular right now, I could not leave out a denim romper! Definitely a more casual style, but still tying feminine & masculine features together, which I love. 

(Nordstrom: $58) 

Bring the whole look together...

Slither into Spring...

One accessory that I am loving for spring is subtle pops of Snake Skin...

This simple snake adorned clip belt is a perfect dash of sass for any bold outfit...

...Or stay simple with a cocoa colored Snake Skin skinny belt...

Add to your style, with a safari twist, by keeping your Snake themed accessories simple & unembellished...

One trend that I cannot keep my hands off is a great pair of neutral colored, snake skin, shoes! Whether you find a stylish pair of pumps, sandals or wedges, keep the color tone of the snake skin safe & bland with neutral colors.  Let the animal print do all the talking... (or in this case walking)

Pair your LBD with a cute snake skin cluth...

...Or be daring with snake skin tote!