I Still Heart Leopard: True Religion Skinny Jeans

What would 2009 be without one more final post including leopard print fashion from your favorite Chief Fashionista?? ;)

My new obsession: New Skinny Style Leopard Prints from True Religion.
Available in 3 colors and retail for $216.

How I would style them:

Get these jeans at True Religion.

Style Salute to Our Veterans: Military Jackets

In honor of Veteran’s Day, we pay tribute to the men and women of our armed forces with our very own style salute of military fashion:

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Military Luxe & Less
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STYLEMOM Fall Lookbook with Polyvore

It’s a month into the fall season. The air is crisp, the days are shorter and everyone is in transition. So which looks and trends have you updated your wardrobe with this season? Fringe, fur, over the knee boots, or strong shoulders? We thought we’d provide some inspiration for our readers from our Polyvore page.
Hippy Chic Fringe:

Fall Fringe Look

Fall Fringe Look featuring Seven For All Mankind jeans

Fur, leather and bling:

Cozy knits and over-the-knee boots:
Office chic, textures and studs:
Purple Reign
Military Haute:
Ruffles, skins and glam:
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- Chief Fashionista

One-piece Swimsuits Bring Sexy Back to the Beach

This summer season’s, one-piece swimsuits are bringing sexy back. I haven’t seen one bikini yet, that I like as much as any of the fun, funky, sophisticated and stylish one-piece suits that are out right now. I admit, in my twenties as a young mother, I thought wearing a one piece would make me seem “old” and “frumpy”.  Back then, the selection didn’t have the perfect balance of fierce, sexy and classy as it does today. Now, I think about function more than before. With the right pair of breezy palazzo pants or a flowing skirt or wrap, many one-piece swimsuits can transition from beach wear to pool party outfit for instant and effortless beach chic. You don’t have to worry about changing or putting a top on with a little more stomach cover. (And let’s face it ladies and gents too – most folks, especially mommies have some level of self-consciousness about their tummies ;) )

AlmenaSwimsuit(Almena Swimsuit at Swimwearboutique.com)

If you don’t already, make sure you incorporate a kick-ass ab workout along with a smart eating habits and exercise to your weekly regimen, because swim suit or not, a healthy body leads to a healthy and happy you.  So check out some of my favorite looks, and let this serve as your motivation to bring your sexy back to the beach in one of these fantabulous and haute one-piece swimsuits:

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From L to R:

Flower Monokini $26.99 – charlotterusse.com
Missoni Folgaria woven swimsuit $510.00 – net-a-porter.com
TOMAS MAIER 250,00 EUR – colette.fr
STRIPE MONOKINI $39.99 – alloy.com
Metallic One Shoulder Swimsuit 16.00 GBP – oli.co.uk
Sexy 4 Summer

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From L to R:

Ruched Halter Swimsuit 315.00 GBP – brownsfashion.com
Shay Todd Handkerchief swimsuit $230.00 – net-a-porter.com
Emilio Pucci Bandeau print swimsuit $625.00 – net-a-porter.com
JETS Tuxedo swimsuit $270.00 – net-a-porter.com (front/back view)

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From L to R:
Almena V-Neck One-piece $199.00 – - swimwearboutique.com
Zulu by Hermanny $162.00 – swimwearboutique.com
Art Deco (Price unavailable) – swimwearboutique.com
Bay Terrace by Lea Gottlieb $78.00 – swimwearboutique.com
Kenneth Cole Ruffled Cutout One-Piece $94.00 – macys.com

**CLICK HERE for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to SwimwearBoutique.com!!!**

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Spring 2009 Style Trend: Animal Instincts Pt. 1

Animal prints & skins are coming back this Spring. Maybe because I’m astrologically inclined as a lioness, I am drawn to my favorite jungle style – the old classic cheetah/leopard print. The trick with pulling off this style mommies and fashionistas is balance. Only ONE item you wear should have the print: i.e. if your dress or shirt/blouse is leopard, everything else should have a flat/plain color/pattern, OR spice up an outfit with an animal print accessory, pair of shoes, or a handbag (will discuss accessories/shoes/handbags in pt. 2 on Monday).

First up, the dresses:

The first two: The red/pink Just Cavalli one shoulder dress eLuxury.com, and DVF Justin Wrap dress tobi.com are definitely two of my favs ;)
Leopard dresses

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This trend also translates well into Evening Wear dresses. edressme.com actually has some fantastic gowns in animal prints. If you have a gala to attend. I suggest browsing through Shopstyle and you can view many dresses from various stores/sites all in one place.

Or check out some sassy leopard print evening outfits I’ve styled here for a “jungle fever” night out on the town….rrrrowwwww!
Leopard Night Out

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Next up, Skirts – proceed with caution. Be mindful when chosing a printed skirt, don’t get one with too many tiers/layers (remember Whoopi’s Oscar outfit), or it could make you look frumpy and garish. Choose a very simple cut like A-line, or pencil.

Here are some outfits I’ve styled for inspiration as my version of “Leopard Luxe”. the high-waisted leopard print skirt with black patent belt is recessionista chic at only $17.80 at Forever21.com
STYLEMOM Leopard Luxe
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Finally, Pants – my first fashion instinct is to tell all you Stylemoms “Don’t even go there”, however, in life there is always an exception to every rule. IF by the off chance you can find a classic cut straight leg pant in a muted and very small size animal print, you may actually be able to get away with it and pull it off. But again, more likely you will not find a suitable pant bottom that is not either pajamas or leggins – and animal print leggins are an absolute Stylemom fashion DON’T even think about it! ;)

But…I did find these super cute Alexander Wang skinny pants on Bluefly. Just choose your favorite style white blouse (but not too too fussy) add a punch of color with your shoes (purple, red, hot pink – I chose cherry red patent leather Christian Louboutin from Net-a-Porter) – and you’re good to go!

Acceptable Leopard Pants

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Stay tuned for Animal Instincts Part 2 on Monday where I will give the latest animal print handbags, shoes, and accessories that are hot in the jungle for Spring!

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Polyvore & Style Icon Sarah Jessica Parker

Polyvore pays homage to Sarah Jessica Parker in their Style Icon Contest. 2 days left! Enter you sets!

http://www.polyvore.com/style_icons_sarah_jessica_parker/contest.show?id=45399

SJP Polyvore Contest

SJP Polyvore Contest

Here’s my entry :) -

For the love of Chanel - Tribute to SJP
For the love of Chanel – Tribute to SJP – by Stylemom07 on Polyvore.com

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