mimi by sorrelli

September 19, 2012

Saying Goodbye to Summer…with a Pop of Yellow!

I always get so bummed around Labor Day, when the change in the season is eminent, and I must come to terms that my favorite season, the glorious summer, is coming to a close. Do you get melancholy when a particular season ends?

I always consider it an added bonus when, in September, the temperature soars above 80 degrees, and this week granted one of those days. I had to break out my incredibly light, full-length pleated Michael by Michael Kors skirt and a tissue thin LAmade tee, paired with a lightweight cardigan in order to not freeze in air-conditioned buildings. Overall. it was a good summer, of fashion, travel and fun, and now onto what lies ahead with the fall! And hey, now we can enthusiastically try out those trends we spotted on the runways in February for fall 2012!

Outfit Credits:

LAmade Basic V-Neck (Courtesy of LAmade)

Michael Michael Kors Skirt (Courtesy of T.J.Maxx/Marshalls)

J.Crew Yellow Cardigan

Land’s End Yellow Denim Flats

Kate Spade Quilted Handbag

Kohl’s Simply Vera, Vera Wang O-Ring Chain Necklace

MiMi by Sorrelli Chain Necklace (Courtesy of Sorrelli)

-Julia DiNardo

June 29, 2012

Spike Up Your Basic Black Dress with Jewels & Color

by Julia DiNardo

Sometimes it takes stripping away all signs of color to make one really appreciate its importance and significance. Take, for instance, one of my favorite LBDs paired with dark shades — without a dose of color in the look I think I might be able to pass for nominally chic, but some glitz across the neckline and some suede coral stunners on my feet elevate the look to a true fashions statement. Trends will come and go, but mixing in the right amount, and the perfect complimentary shades will always be in style. Start out simple with just 1-2 color infusions with a black dress, and you’ll see what a different it makes.

My Sofft Morocco Coral Suede Wedges are also available in blue or champagne shades, and of course, black, if you decide to keep your footwear neutral but dare to present color elsewhere in your look. Word to the wise: if you are going to do an all-over monochrome look or solid color in a top, know which colors look best on you. For me, right next to my face, the most complimentary shades are it’s coral/red/pink and then hues of blue and turquoise. Nothing in the yellow or lime green, or orange family, please!

Outfit Credits:

Avon Black Dress (Courtesy of Avon)

J.Crew Necklace (No longer available, Courtesy of J.Crew)

Sofft Morocco Coral Suede Wedges (Courtesy of Sofft)

MiMi Stud Earrings and Turquoise Cuff Bracelet (Courtesy of MiMi by Sorrelli)

Pamela Love Bronze & Silver Shelley Cuff (Courtesy of Barneys New York Outlet/Woodbury Common Premium Outlets)

Kenneth Cole White Ceramic Watch (Courtesy of Kenneth Cole)

DVF Cat Eye Frames (Courtesy of DVF)

-Julia DiNardo

June 20, 2012

Layer, Texture, Color — Let’s Go!

by Julia DiNardo

Summer is great; fantastic, I even venture to say; the weather definitely seems to lift the moods of the Manhattanites around me, people leisurely lounge and day drink, and the fashion is just phenomenal. With that being said, when dressing, one must strike the perfect balance between the sweltering, miserable heat down in the subways, and the freezer box bursts of chilly air found in offices, stores, and restaurants.

I create a balance for these drastic temperature changes by: 1) always carrying a roomy bag to stash a lightweight cardigan or scarf and water bottle 2) dress in layers 3) if the temperature is below 75 degrees, pants are extremely helpful.

Remember too, that in the heat, especially as the day goes on, feet have the tendency to swell; I wore these medium width Plush Pillow 3″ wedges for literally 13 hours, and my feet didn’t hate by the day’s end. Comfy shoes are essential, so if you are already feeling some discomfort and tightness in the morning when you put on a pair, chances are it’s going to increase ten-fold, so throw a back up pair in your bag!

Summer allows for more wardrobe playfulness to be on display, and I don’t hesitate to grab bold color and amazing texture; here, I work in the smoothness of wovens via my shoe straps and pants, the softness and dimensionality of cashmere in my sweater and lace in my top, then back again to a texture by glancing at the espadrille wedge heels and beautiful almond and neon yellow geometric weaving at the base of the bag. As an added peek-a-boo color surprise, the Rebecca Minkoff bag includes a blue polka-dot print lining; trés chic!

Outfit Credits:

Rebecca Minkoff Woven Bright Tote (Courtesy of Rebecca Minkoff)

Aerosoles Plush Pillow Wedges (Courtesy of Aerosoles)

J.Crew Grey Lace Top (J.Crew)

DVF Cashmere Sweater (Barneys New York; no longer available)

Not Your Daughter’s Jeans Alisha Skinny Ankle Jeans in Fuchsia (Courtesy of NYDJ)

MiMi by Sorrelli Necklace and earrings (Courtesy of Sorrelli)

DVF Cat Eye Sunglasses (Courtesy of DVF)

-Julia DiNardo

May 18, 2012

Step Out From Behind Your Computers and Enjoy the Sunny Day!

by Julia DiNardo

Regrettably, there are more times than I’d like to recall when the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, but I’m stuck inside, tethered to my desk and staring into the LCD monitor in bleak despair in order meet my deadline before the sun goes down. Sometimes it feels like it takes super human strength to pull myself away from the work, but when I do — it is sooo worth it! Today was one of those days in which pulling out a summery white dress, sandals, and a great hat were a must; work will always be there, but this weather isn’t as predictable so you might as well enjoy it while you can!