May 5, 2016
by Julia DiNardo
Let me be 100% honest with you: I don’t like shorts. I think that they look bad on everyone, all of the time, and especially terrible on my short little legs. I rarely ever wear them, and are never even a thought, but…what if there was a way to make them cool? Like being incorporated into a lightweight, breathable, army green linen romper just perfect for the summer? Can you even imagine the possibilities of entirely new looks unfolding, thanks to this revelation? I surprised myself at Marshalls; I was very much drawn to this garment, despite my “no shorts” regulation, but rules, especially fashion-related ones, are meant to be broken. I was certainly inspired to try something new, and evolve this look into a summer festival/concert-going look for the over 30 set.
Adding in a tassel bag upped the festival vibe, along with an array of bangles, vibrant jewelry, and espadrilles. I already have tickets for a few summer concerts, and this inspired me to pick up one more: to a reggae fest at Red Rocks Amphitheater. I’m also prepared for scorching days and chillier temps at night thanks to one extra versatile accessory (cue in the pashmina wrap!).
Now, I’d like you to also have the opportunity to surprise yourself with new high-quality, unique style possibilities that you can discover at Marshalls.
I’m giving away a $100 gift card to one lucky winner! See below for entry details and the rest of my personal style post!
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May 4, 2016
by Julia DiNardo
There’s a fine line between function, style, and comfort, and most brands get tripped up in these areas when they veer too far outside of their lanes. It’s good to prioritize and lay a solid foundation, in a hierarchical order, of elements that are crucial to footwear; ask anybody who wears shoes and can talk, and they will surely say that comfort most certainly reigns supreme. As the “make it or break it” quality a pair must possess, even for casual or lifestyle footwear, it’s still a must, and Aureus, originally a golf-oriented brand, has been incorporating it into its footwear styles since the brand launched the line in 2014.
Its reasonably priced shoes (most styles retail for $68) are comprised largely of nubuck leather, are ultra lightweight with ergonomic and flexible anti-slip outsoles, feature super cushy insoles, and elastic laces for added convenience and ease of slipping on and off. Just by taking a look at them, you can tell that they are also quite stylish; pictured is the Fortis Style, a great work/casual hybrid, or you can take it entirely to the weekend with the Lux or Patron hi-top styles or the surfer-inspired Vice slip-on. All styles can be purchased online at Aureus-usa.com.
Full Disclosure: Fashion Pulse Daily was given a sample for editorial consideration.
May 2, 2016
by Rachael Comeau
Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and finding the perfect gift for Mom can be a daunting task. Luckily, we have some fabulous gift ideas to get you started which you can grab at a moment’s notice, from beauty products to must-have entertaining décor. Click through the slideshow above to see some of our most favorite suggestions for this year.
April 29, 2016
by Julia DiNardo
[A picture from the summer that I started Fashion Pulse Daily]
“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around for a while, you could miss it.” Yep, this is a quote from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, and I’m sure I’ve used it on the blog before, but with a constant, if not increasing list of urgent to-dos and musts these days, I found it crucial to take pause and reflect (also, how is this movie 30 YEARS OLD?!?!?). As the medium of blogging and sharing the sharing of information as a whole has evolved, I am constantly thinking about what that means for me personally and Fashion Pulse Daily. I can’t and for the most part haven’t done things exactly the same since the blog launched in 2008, but at its core, the mission remains consistent. I bring a mix of fashion and beauty insider knowledge and expertise to the table, along with personal opinion, style, and a finger on the pulse of the next cool product, place, or experience.
I’ve realized that I’ve gotten so caught up in the routine of needing to do all of these things that I’ve lost sight of how I really want to do them. I want you to feel my excitement when I come across something incredible, and so I’m going to test out capping out the end of each month with a “What Julia Has Been Up to This Month” post, featuring quick little tidbits across rotating categories for a more personal touch that I really want to implement back into the blog. If you like it, I will keep it up, and if you have suggestions- please send them my way in the “comments” section- thanks! I’ve already written WAY more of an intro than I intended, so without further ado…here’s the debut edition!
[Image via Bejeweled: London Jewelry Designers You Need to Know]
Writing: I’ve been a bit of a slacker at FPD for good reason: I’ve been consumed with writing and prepping loads of academic-related work! I recently presented to London College of Fashion Retail Management Masters Studies students (hosted by LIM College) on Digital Influence in Fashion Marketing, and am in the early stages of research for a conference in the fall in which I may be presenting on the cultural and sartorial significance of the kimono. I’m also wrapping up the semester at NYU with my class Style & Society Part II, and beginning to get ready for the Summer Fashion Lab on Fashion Blogging that I teach at LIM College (open to high school and college students-come take my class! You can find out more about it here!). I’m also gathering thoughts and materials in order to teach the Fashion Merchandising & Retail Management Capstone in the Graduate Studies Program at LIM College for the summer semester, and updating my class for Fashion Writing this fall in the undergraduate program as well. Am I keeping busy with courses? You could say that, yes!
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