Got Style?

STYLE TALK– Do you have your own style regardless of the current trends? Do your friends associate you with a certain look like whimsical, gothic, ethnic, preppy, global, vintage, etc.? I love to see someone with great style! Usually you can spot the person from across the room because she stands out. She may not be decked out in the hottest designer labels, but she definitely has flair. And you might not be caught dead in what she's wearing, but on her it works.
MY RULE IS THIS– If you are all about your own style, remember it’s cool to incorporate trendy items into your look. Have fun surfing magazines for new trends that can enhance your style or just strike you as really funky. After all, trends are inspired by the customs and cultures of people from all walks of life. But there is one area that can mess up an outfit quicker than quick- the wrong shoes! It is always good to stay current on shoe trends.
STYLE TIPS– If you haven’t already figured out what your signature look is, think about your favorite colors; your favorite era (seventies, sixties, twenties); your favorite stereo type (romantic, intellect, rocker); your favorite culture (Asian, African, European). Incorporate elements from those influences into your outfits. Fashion magazines and related coffee table books are great for ideas to help fine tune your look. Your style should highlight your attributes and not overpower your essence. Of course, you can rely on NAUGO for a wide variety of unique accessories and jewelry to accent your new found, head turning STYLE!

The In Between Time

STYLE TALK- September is the time of year we really start thinking about fall fashions. But in many parts of the country it doesn’t cool off until late October or it is warm year round.
MY RULE IS THIS – Don’t be a fashion victim by wearing hot sweaters, heavy jackets and long faux fur lined boots in 70 degrees and above temperatures. It just looks crazy!

STYLE TIPS- It’s all about colors! After Labor Day you want to ease into fall fashions and the best way to do that is by wearing jewel, earth and dark colors like purple, mustard, fuchsia, burgundy, hunter green, rust, burnt orange, browns, black and off white. Also go with the darker prints and basic metallic colors (bronze, silver, gold, pewter and copper). Stick with light weight fabrics plus retire your light color sandals and other shoes and sport your darker color ones. So that you have something to look forward too hold out on wearing your long boots until late October. But if your city is warm year round or you just can’t wait because your boots are just too FIERCE don them with a funky short denim skirt or over your skinny jeans with a cute tee and fabulous NAUGO accessories! Your legs might be warm, but you will look HOT!

The Eighties - They're Back!

STYLE TALK - I guess you’ve noticed by now that eighties fashion has been easing its way back on the scene for a few years. At first it was the pointy toe shoes, then the skinny jeans followed by a version of the baby doll top and now we’re in full swing with leggings, big earrings, flats and colorful prints! I know some of you held on to your favorites...like an expensive pair of oversize earrings or a beautiful print sweater. I hope you didn’t keep those black leggings that you wore every other day. Yes the eighties were definitely EXTRA and I’m sure you would agree that some things need to stay in the past like neon colors, red shiny leather pants and the Jheri curl! The eighties were fun, zany and care free…and the music!!!! Can you say Prince, Michael Jackson, Cyndi Lauper…OMG Madonna!! And the influence these four had on fashion: Prince had us wearing the color purple, paisley prints, and lace shirts; MJ had us in patent leather black oxfords, red leather jackets, and "the glove"; Cyndi influenced us to wear wide skirts with lots of netting underneath and Madonna caused us to lose our minds sporting hot brocade suits in the summer… BOY GEORGE! NOT even going to go there.

MY RULE IS THIS – Have fun wearing your eighties gear, but don’t over do it by wearing 100% eighties in one outfit – one or two items are enough.

STYLE TIPS – Remember this summer straight leg jeans look best with round or pointed toe flats or pumps. Watch out for the empire waist, baby doll top - it can make you look pregnant. Wear a long fitted tee that covers your butt with leggings. Beware of long tops that have bands around the bottom and blouse out. They can really make you look frumpy. And just like in the eighties, mini skirts with bare legs and pumps attract a lot of attention. Save that look for the clubs and only if you have gorgeous legs. The longer pencil skirt is just as sexy. Sport mini skirts with your cropped leggings and flats for a fun day out. If you’re really not feeling the eighties, but want to do a little something wear a big pair of fabulous earrings! There are many styles to choose from. Also take advantage of the cool print t-shirts ranging from edgy graphics with inspiring messages to floral and animal prints. The best place to shop for t-shirts and earrings is www.naugo.com. You know NAUGO has got you covered. Now let’s go crazy time after time and don’t stop ‘til you get enough creating a fun holiday everyday- whew!

TALK - To Bare All or Not & TIPS - Belts

Let me jump right in with my STYLE TALK for this week. It’s getting warm and the coats are coming off and the skin is jumping out! MY QUESTION IS THIS – How much skin should you expose?

MY RULE IS THIS – Never show it all at once. If you are going to wear a halter top with a plunging neckline, then don’t expose your belly ring, or wear a micro mini. If you’re going to wear a micro mini – don’t wear a skimpy t-shirt with your stomach out. And never ever wear a pair of skin tight jeans that show the creases of you underwear or every dimple in your butt! The bottom line is your outfit should spark curiosity in the guys not negative assumptions about you. And it should make the ladies wonder where you got it from.

Can I get some feedback? LADIES do you think I’m being old fashion and prudish? GUYS do you like it when the ladies show it all leaving nothing to the imagination?

STYLE TIP for the ladies – Belts, belts, belts are all over the place this spring: wide, narrow, colorful, shiny, clear, animal printed, beaded and you shouldn’t be afraid to enhance your outfit or your figure wearing one. If you have a beautiful pear shape with
curvy hips and a smaller waist - wrap a super wide belt around that waist to make it look even smaller and emphasize your ultra-feminine figure. If you have a more straight athletic figure, try an eye catching, not-so-wide belt (2 & ½ - 3 inches) to give the illusion of a smaller waist and curvier hips.