Category: Top

More than just a t-shirt: embellished tees

8/4/2013

I get a little verklempt at these beautiful, subtly embellished tees from American Eagle Outfitters. Imagine them under a jacket or cardigan for fall. They carry every size, and I believe women of any age can wear them. I think these are some of the loveliest (and most affordable) out there.

American Eagle Boho Embroidered T-shirt in teal, sizes XXS-XXL, $39.95

American Eagle Boho Embroidered T-shirt in cream, sizes XXS-XXL, $39.95

American Eagle Crinkled Shine T-shirt, 3 colors, XXS-XXL, $19.99

American Eagle Paneled Lace T-shirt, 2 colors, sizes XXS-XXL, $29.95

Three from Anthropologie for comparison...

Anthropologie Eyelash Lace Tee, $48

Anthropologie Nahua Ribbon Tee, $39.95

Anthropologie Lace Yoke Tee, $58

Three from Sundance Catalog for comparison...

Sundance Catalog Decades Tee, $88

Sundance Catalog Textures Delight Tee, 3 colors, $69.99

Sundance Catalog Double Dentelles Tee, $59.99

T-shirt Sunday Tees

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Trend alert: lasercut

5/22/2013

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Next to the lace, crochet, & eyelet, you'll find a new look that gives a peek at skin--lasercut.

See it on tops, dresses, shoes, & more.

Dr. Evil planned to use "lasers" to punch a hole in the "Ozone Layer"

H&M lasercut tunic, $29.95

I love the simplicity of this tunic!
It hasn't yet been released in our local H&M stores, but it appears in the H&M magazine and should be in soon.

Target Mossimo Supply Co. Laser Stud Leather Belt - Brown, $16.99

Urban Outfitters lasercut top, in store, comes in several colors

Anthropologie Baka Cut Slingbacks, $168

Anthropologie Baka Cut Slingbacks, $168 (online & in store)

Anthropologie Kerchief Cut Pouch, $39.95

ModCloth Stencil Artist Bag, $49.99

Macy's SR Squared by Sondra Roberts Handbag, Laser Cut Wristlet, $40.99

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Eyelet lace

Glow-in-the-dark
tops & tees from H&M

Wear your heart on your sleeve:
Macbook sleeves make great teacher gifts

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Don't you worry don't you worry, child...

2/11/2013

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We're back to worrying about what we're going to wear for spring--the most difficult season to dress for in my opinion. These burnout tops from Banana Republic for $30 each help to ease my mind.
Which season do you find the hardest to dress for?

Banana Republic Burnout stripe top, $30 thru 2/20, every size available

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What Oprah, Madonna, and teenage girls can teach us about how to dress at any age

5/23/2012

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Dear OMF:
What kind of clothing do you think is appropriate for 50-somethings? Deciding what is age appropriate sometimes can be tricky. I don't want to look matronly nor do I want to look like a hoochie mama. --Susan

Dear Susan:
Thank you so much for your question! I've been thinking about a couple role models and a few clothing tips to keep women looking great at any age. Please let me know what you think....

Oprah is better with age.
Did you see the cover of this month's O magazine? At age 58, Oprah looks better than ever because she dresses to accentuate her body. She also looks much more confident now than she did in her 20s. The cover story in this issue talks about how to improve with age: the article features several women who have come into their own as they have grown up. What I take away from Oprah's lead is age-appropriate clothing is what makes you feel beautiful--inside and out! Find your strengths and celebrate them. Love your curves, dress with sex appeal but stay classy.

"The best age is the age you are"
--Maggie Kuhn

More below or click "read more"

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A little to the the left

5/9/2012

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Anthropologie left align tank, $19.95

The Golden Ratio, also known as the divine proportion, explains the beauty of the Parthenon in Athens, the pyramids in Egypt, and Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa. It is a precise asymmetrical ratio and perhaps accounts for the predominance of asymmetrical hemlines and off-center embellishments that seem to us so very appealing. Many thanks to mathmatician Debbie Grant for explaining the ratio to me!
Read more at http://www.experiencefestival.com/wp/article/the-measure-of-beauty-created-in-naturethe-golden-ratio

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All about Victoria

5/4/2012

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If you're like me and have ever ordered anything from Victoria's Secret, you receive between one and ten catalogs from her a week. Is this persistance effective? Or does the frequency make the catalog seem commonplace? Sometimes I'm just amazed at the amount of merchandise she has, and I'm usually surprised by its good quality.
To reduce the number of catalogs and junk mail in general that you get, you can use the free service Catalog Choice: www.catalogchoice.org.

Victoria's Secret pleated lightly padded bra top, available in 13 colors and 5 sizes, $29.50 or 2/$50

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No nonsense

4/16/2012

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When in doubt, I wear timeless black and white.

White House Black Market open-stitch sweater, $49.99

Banana Republic non-iron fitted sateen shirt, $59.50 minus 30% with the code BRTAX30

Macy's Calvin Klein top, sleeveless cowl neck tank, $29

White House Black Market Elysee fit-and-flare pant, $29.98

The Boomtown Rats "I Don't Like Mondays"

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It's just not me.... Or is it?

3/22/2012

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Most of the time we're pretty sure about our personal style. But sometimes our friends or famiily pick out things for us that we never would have imagined for ourselves. We try them on and enjoy a new persona.
Which of these items might you grow to love if someone gave it to you?

R.E.I. Patagonia pinback top, $45

Boston Proper seed-bead fringe necklace, $99

Victoria's Secret one-shoulder top, $24.99

Tulle short sleeve sweater dress, $63

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We've got your back

3/13/2012

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Anthropologie Bradbury top, back view, $39.95

Anthropologie carries a passel of tops with intriguing back details like sheer panels and cut-aways. This top looks simple from the front but then startles with its lovely back lace. It just went on sale today. It may be a must- have.
See a bunch more of Anthropologie's back detailed tops here: http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/category/back+detailing/clothes-springtrends-back.jsp?cm_mmc=Email-_-Ecommerce_02_2012-_-022312_Back_Interest_Knits-_-shop