April 7, 2014
by Julia DiNardo
The subject line for this was taken directly from Fashion Pulse Hubby when he saw me in this outfit, which was an aha! moment for me in describing it in a straight forward form. It’s kind of grungy, but still works clean lines and a bit of femininity into it as well. I wish I could dress this effortlessly every day, but it’s so easy to make this look business meeting appropriate by merely swapping out my 8-eye Dr Martens out for a pair of patent leather black pumps. A bit of pleating and a white, fitted perforated leather jacket really lends an au courant quality to the look while my um (unintentional) roots, Ray-Bans, ribbed tights and of course, boots, feel a bit retro and certainly street-style worthy.
Have you rocked the Docs in an unconventional way?
In This Look:
White Faux Leather Perforated Jacket, found at Marshalls
Catherine Maladrino for Kohl’s Pleated Dress (c/o the brand)
Sorrelli Cocktail Ring (c/o the brand)
Diamond Stud Earrings (gift from Fashion Pulse Hubby)
Let Tote Sky Burst Necklace (c/o the brand)
Grey Ribbed Tights (brand unknown)
Ray-Ban Wayfarers (c/o ShadesDaddy.com)
Vintage 1460 8-Eye Dr Martens (c/o the brand)
September 27, 2013
by Julia DiNardo
Catherine Malandrino for DesigNation, available at Kohl’s, launched today! You can shop the collection online, or in-stores, with plenty of pieces and size ranges still available. Catherine Malandrino, known for modern, New York meets Paris-inspired designs complete with form fitting shapes, intricate knits, flounce hems, and sleek silhouettes has lent her signature style to Kohl’s for a limited time. I have never received as many compliments as when I wear my Catherine Malandrino dresses, so you better believe I planned to try a few of the styles out!
Courtesy of the brand, I had a blast in the Catherine Malandrino for DesigNation oversized striped cardigan $88, which is totally on-trend for fall/winter 2013, AND spring/summer 2014, with its bold mixing of black and white. My rule of thumb with pairing stripes, polka dots, or any busy pattern is to try to limit the colors in your look to three, max four, for a balanced aesthetic. I paired the stripes with a bit of plaid, and red jeans as the color pop option; I’ve always felt strongly that black, white, and red are shades that always look amazing together.
What pieces are you going to pick up from Catherine Malandrino for DesigNation at Kohl’s?
Stay tuned for my guide on how to shop designer collaborations, which may come in handy!
September 6, 2013
by Julia DiNardo
I hope you’re setting some cash aside for this highly anticipated fashion designer collaboration. On Friday, September 27, Catherine Malandrino for DesigNation sold exclusively at Kohl’s launches. Socialite and model Olivia Palermo gave us a sneak peek by donning the Cutout Shift Dress (featured below), and this week, I’ve got sneak peek #2 for you. Check out these stunning images from the collection and let’s start counting the days down together, shall we? Head to LollieShopping.com for more pics!
