Outfit Of The Week: Black & White

We here at For Elyse love spring because we get to see tons of florals, pastels and lace. As much as we love the feminine trend, sometimes it can be refreshing to get back to basics. With that in mind, our theme for the Outfit Of The Week is black & white.

White Tank Top Studs and Matching Necklace

The possibilities for this trend are endless, and difficult as it was to choose just one outfit, we finally decided on the Flying Monkey Coated Leggings, the True Stud Top from Sis Sis, Urban Expressions Sass Attack Clutch, a pair of black wedges, trendy bauble necklace and a pair of black sunglasses (in store only).

Faux Leather Leggings

We love these Flying Monkey leggings, because although they look and photograph like black leather pants, they’re made of the trademark Flying Monkey comfy material, and fit really well. In the trend of pairing hard with soft, we matched the black leggings with the floaty Sis Sis top for a tough, yet feminine look. The over sized clutch was an easy choice, as these large, envelope-style clutches are really popular right now and give your look an injection of vintage flair.

Colored and Printed Skinny Jeans

With the vast array of skinny jeans on the market these days, you can be sure you’ll be able to find a pair to suit your mood. Feeling confident? Why not bright red. Playful? How about a floral print. Flirty? Perphaps mint or light teal would be just the thing. Celebrities are no stranger to printed and colored skinny jeans, so let’s take a look at some of my favorite celeb looks in skinnies!

Here’s Taylor Swift in a deep red pair, which she paired with ballet flats, a striped shirt, and matching red lipstick. Kate Bosworth is wearing a more subtle pair of skinnies that have a contrasting leopard-esque print, which couldn’t be more perfect for laid back day of shopping.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Katy Perry looked lovely in the pair of purple floral print skinny jeans she wore on a recent UNICEF trip to Madagascar.

And now for the regining queen of colored and printed skinnies: Jessica Alba. Girl loves her skinny jeans! She rocks them in everything from bright colors to florals, and dresses them up and down for all occasions. I love the colorful and sleek look she built around a pair of mint skinny jeans, and the floral print pair she has tucked into her Docs is the perfect combination of sweet and tough.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you’re looking to add a few more pairs of colorful skinny jeans to your wardrobe, then you should check out the selection at ForElyse.com, because we have a lot to choose from! A whole rainbow of colors, and a few prints as well, from floral to snakeskin. Below are just a few of the pairs we have in stock, all from Flying Monkey and Klique B. The newest pair to be added is in Light Teal, and one of my favorite attention-getting pairs is in Maroon. We also have a few floral print skinnies, one in Tan and another in White, which look very very similar to the floral pairs Jessica Alba likes to wear…

Red Magenta Maroon Skinny JeansMint Light Teal Skinny Jeans

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Floral Skinny JeansFloral Flower Print Skinny Jeans

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Now head on over to the Colored Denim section of ForElyse.com and find your new favorite pair!

Photo credit: Stylebistro.com

Style Challenge: Chambray Shirts

Introducing Chambray into your wardrobe is an easy way to inject a classic/clean feel into your look, but it can be tricky to style. This week we thought it would be fitting to show you some easy ways to wear Chambray. First for a casual look, Paige wore our BLVD Blue Skies Top (available in store only),  Lucy Paris Lace Shorts, and the Sis Sis Tube Top.

Chambray Shirt OutfitIn our next look, we have Paige in the Flying Monkey Jeggings, the BLVD Into the Blue top, The Jillian Handbag, some nude wedges, a pair of lavender sunglasses and a long gold necklace. I love this look because while it looks really fresh and clean, it’s not overly fussy or complicated.

Chambray ShirtLastly, Paige wore the BLVD Into The Blue top again, and we paired it with a pair of black wedges, the Rough Ride Studded Crossbody Bag, a black maxi skirt, the Fallen Leaf Necklace, and a pink tank top from Zenana!

Chambray Shirt Outfit

 

 

Outfit of the Week: Denim

This week at ForElyse.com, we’re all about denim, so we wanted to style an outfit of the week that showcased denim. Denim (outside of a pair of jeans) can often be hard to style if you’re going for a more feminine look, so we wanted to show you our take on a soft and romantic denim outfit that doesn’t rely on a dress to do all the work! So we got our model, Angela, all dressed up and then popped out to shoot these photos outside the Stansbury House, a historic home turned museum in downtown Chico. The beautiful garden and weathered front steps made the perfect backdrop!

Floral Skinny Jeans and Denim Shirt

Angela is wearing the BVLD Jeanius Denim Top over the Alythea Embrace Lace Crop Top in cream, along with our new Klique B Flower Print Skinny Jeans. The lace and floral print soften the look of the denim, while the darker denim top keeps the outfit from appearing washed out. The shirt can be worn open, buttoned half way, or tied at the waist. She’s also wearing a pair of nude wedges–the Delicious Durko Heel, which are the perfect neutral shoe to go with tons of outfits, and red accessories to bring out the subtle red in the jeans.

Lace Crop Top and Printed SkinniesDenim Button Down and Red Purse

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lace Cropped Top and Flower Print Jeans

Chambray ShirtTie Front Denim Shirt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nude Wedges and Lacy Top

Head on over to ForElyse.com to find this outfit and tons more denim!

Take Me Out To The Ballgame…

Opening Day for Major League Baseball (MLB) is March 31, kicking off with the Astros vs. the Rangers. For all you fashionistas who are MLB fans, (or get dragged to games by their significant others), this post is for you! It can be a challenge when dressing for a baseball game to look stylish yet casual, and still be prepared for possible cold weather as the game stretches from day to night. Never fear! For Elyse is coming to your rescue, with a slew of outfit inspiration, perfect for looking your best at summer sporting events.

If painting your face, or wearing head-to-toe team  colors isn’t your style, but you’d still like to give a nod to your favorite team, consider our extensive collection of eyeshadows! Coming in a wide assortment of colors, our deluxe shadows go on sheer, but can be layered for a stronger look to suit your mood. Although our site has every color under the sun, my two favorites are the Cape Blue, a rich royal blue, and the Silver Blue, a soft, sheer color that looks really fantastic layered with other hues.

Eyeshadows

 For a casual look that holds an edge, try the Flying Monkey Color Splash Skinny Jeans in Magenta, paired with the Lush Bringing Lacey Back Top in white. These two pieces work great together, but don’t look too fussy or overly styled.

Baseball Game Outfit

One of the great things about this outfit is that a wide variety of shoe choices will look great, and you can tailor your choice based on what kind of weather you’re contending with. For warm-weather games, try the Delicious Clean Wedges or the City Classified Delva Sandals.

Summer SandalsIf you’re worried that when the sun goes down you might get a little chilly, try the Soda Faddy Flats, or the Fortune Dynamic Oak Boots, which look great with skinny jeans or tights and a skirt.

Shoes To Wear To Baseball Game

Another look I love for any sporting event is the Sis Sis Take Me Out Top, paired with some Flying Monkey Color Splash Jeans in any color. Here I chose to pair them with the Rose color to soften up the look, but they’re really versatile.

 

Baseball Outfit

Layering is always a great idea for baseball games, as they tend to stretch from day to night. Packing a scarf or jacket is a good call, and something you’ll probably be glad you have later. Try the Butterscotch Infinity Scarf, or the Boho Striped Scarf for an easy look that pairs well with most outfits.

Scarves

Try topping off your look with some jewelry that reads as classy but casual. I love the Tribal Locket, or the Fallen Leaf Necklace. If Earrings are more your speed, try the Helena Earrings,

Jewelry

Lastly, a great bag to take to the game is the Saddle Up Stud Crossbody Bag, which is small and casual, but can still hold your wallet, keys and cell phone.

Accessories

 

 

Pastels, Florals and Lace, Oh My!

Spring is finally beginning to show itself all around us, from the daffodils peeking their yellow heads out, to the tempestuous changes in the weather–sun one minute, spring showers the next! We here at For Elyse are really excited that the season is changing, because it means we can integrate fun floral, lace, light wash denim, pastels, and pieces featuring cute cutouts into our wardrobe. It’s been exciting seeing new pieces in spring colors arriving every day, so I thought it’d be apt to write a post dedicated to cycling some spring into your everyday look.

One of the absolute easiest ways to inject a little spring into your wardrobe is to break out the light wash denim. Wearing a jacket or pants in a lighter color can deliver an unexpected freshness, and brighten up your whole look in a way that’s easy for anyone to achieve. A couple of our favorites that have arrived recently are the Miss Me Couture White Denim Jacket, and the Flying Monkey Light Wash Skinny Jean.

Light Wash Denim

Nothing says “spring!” like pastels, and we have such an abundance of these soft colors on our site that it was hard to narrow it down to my favorite pieces we offer. The Cut It Out Lace Dress from Lush is one of my favorites (and one I couldn’t resist adding to my own closet). The boning and layered fabric in the bust area of this delicate dress gives coverage without sacrificing the svelte lines of the design. This dress shouts “garden party!” or “picnic!” to me, and it’s a great piece to take from spring to summer. Sis Sis has also been coming out with some really great things in spring-centric pastels and sheer materials, and the Dontcha Flow Tank is one that gives off an easy, wearable vibe, and can be easily dressed up or down depending on the occasion.

Spring Looks From For Elyse

Spring is all about showcasing feminine pieces, and small details like lace or cutouts can help lend your outfit a softer look, while still keeping things interesting. The designers we love, like Lush, Solemio and Sis Sis have been sending us tons of really great pieces that feature these sweet little details. The Lush Bring Lacey Back Top comes in either white or teal, and features a cropped hem and lace tulip opening in the back, with little gold buttons that lend a delicate vibe to this top. The lace look isn’t just restricted to tops, as the Lucy Paris Lace Shorts clearly prove. These sweet little shorts can soften up your outfit in a snap, try wearing these with some embellished flats and a casual top for a look that will turn heads.

Lace Details from For Elyse

Floral prints are everywhere, and if you’re looking for one really great spring statement piece, floral is a perfect choice. Ranging from large print to small, and in every color imaginable, floral is the perfect addition to freshen up your wardrobe. I love the Floral Skinny Ankle Pants from Flying Monkey, and the Sis Sis Joys Of Spring Dress. Floral pants make a strong statement, so be sure to keep your top half looking simple. The Joys of Spring Dress is dead simple to wear, and features sweet details like a ruffle along the neckline, and racerback with a white lined zipper.

Florals from For Elyse

Above all, spring is about the fresh renewal of the season, so don’t be afraid to try new things! Inject a delicate and feminine vibe into your wardrobe with statement pieces softened up with ladylike details and you can’t miss. For more style inspiration, head over to our Spring Lookbook!

Outfit Of The Week: Green!

Well kids, it’s that time again. We here at For Elyse see so many fabulous styles sent to our store that it can be overwhelming, but once a week we try to wade through the loveliness to handpick an outfit composed of our favorite pieces.

Outfit Of The Week

 For me, this week it was all about unexpected splashes of color and hardware that was simple, yet made a statement. I love the variety of color that Flying Monkey has been sending us in their pants, with everything from tea green to gold snake print, to an inky black that gives off a rocker leather vibe.

Outfit Of The Week

 Seeing as how our theme this week is “green,” I pulled these teal Flying Monkey skinny jeans and paired them with the Sis Sis All of a Stud-en top. I love the cap sleeves, which are embellished with little gold beads, giving it a sweet but slightly hard edge. Oversized envelope-style clutches have hit the scene in a big way lately, and the MMS Take The Reins Clutch complemented the other pieces perfectly.

Outfit Of The Week

 I love mixing soft details with a hard edge, so to bring out the hardware of the clutch and top, I added the City Classified Delva Sandal in Black. For a soft touch, we topped the outfit off with a hammered gold circle necklace, available in store only. For a similar look try our Fallen Leaf Necklace available in multiple colors. There you have it, folks! Go forth and be stylish.

Outfit of the Week: Lieutenant General of Fashion

Attention! Fall in ranks with one of my favorite current fashion trends: Military! For this week’s Outfit of the Week I wanted to give our model Angela a strong military inspired look and gave her the character of Lieutenant General of Fashion to get her in the mindset of the woman who loves the military trend! And I must say, she’s looking not only strong but super sexy without showing any skin in this authoritative look!

To give Angela that rank that she deserves in fashion, I used the Sis Sis Stars and Studs Olive Green Jacket as the main rank piece! The gold studs over the collar bone resemble medals and badges earned for perfect style and the cropped open cardigan shape keeps it young and fresh! I wanted to show off her sexy curves with showing tons of skin or taking away from the jacket, so I put her in the M. Rena Diana Cami in Black and the Flying Monkey Julie Jeans in Black show some shape to add some power to her step! The accessories for this look just enforce the military trend especially with the Soda Sam Riding Boot and the flashy studs in the MMS Thunder and Roses Clutch! To finish it all off, we slapped on some cool aviators to show that she’s the boss!

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Sis Sis Stars and Studs Olive Green Jacket

M. Rena Diana Cami in Black

Flying Monkey Julie Jeans

Soda Sam Boot

MMS Thunder and Roses Stud Clutch

 

 

Winter Trend Alert: Winter White

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas… and one that is acceptable after Labor Day! Luckily one of the newest winter trends is head-to-toe Winter White! This light bright trend was seen all over the Fall 2012 runways since designers love to break old cliche fashion rules like “no wearing white after labor day.” The winter white trend is embracing the color of the season, snow, and dressing yourself in white from your top to your shoes! Celebrities like Miranda Kerr and Jennifer Lopez have been spotted in white separates like a blazer, top, pants, and shoes all in white! The red carpet is another great place to spot the winter white trend! Just recently Anne Hathaway wore a white cold shoulder long sleeve gown at the Les Miserables premier while Carmen Electra wore a sophisticated white dress that was accented with gold and had sexy cutouts! You think you can rock the Winter White trend, well of course you can!

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Wearing all white can seriously be intimidating and I know this first hand! But that doesn’t mean that you can’t partake in the Winter White Trend! Start by adding some white accessories to your wardrobe like the Head in the Clouds Infinity Scarf in Ivory or the Let it Snow Ear Warmer in White to add a cold weather touch to your outfit! For a holiday party, look like a snow angel in the Alythea Heart of Gold Dress in Ivory with some cute pumps and a clutch! For your family dinner and holiday gatherings put on the Love Stitch Surprise Back Top in White or the Solemio Lace It Up Top Ivory to add a softer touch to your outfit! You could also steel some of the Kardashian- swag and wear the Lush Tuxedo Blazer to a holiday party and rock the menswear and winter white trend all together!

Head in the Clouds Infinity Scarf in Ivory

Let it Snow Ear Warmer in White

Alythea Heart of Gold Dress in Ivory

Love Stitch Surprise Back Top in White

Solemio Lace It Up Top Ivory

Lush Tuxedo Blazer

Outfit of the Week: Bad to the Bone!

Black is back and its been bad! this week’s Outfit of the Week will have your theme song be Bad to the Bone! Black never goes out of style and here is a hard look in all black done in a trendy feminine way! If you love to give off that bad girl persona or are thinking of toughening up your wardrobe, just put this on for the ride! The best thing about this look is that is is really easy to wear, comfortable, and can easily go from day to night! That’s whats so great about black! You can literally wear it anytime you feel like!

 

What I love about this look modeled by our lovely stylist Macy is that it is different shades of black blended together with current Fall trends! I am so in love with the Solemio Stud-y Hall Top in Black with its high neck, gathered blouse sleeve, and the awesome bronze studded design at bust! Definitely feeding into the fall stud trend in a subtle way! Since we wanted Macy to be extra comfortable in this outfit, I gave her the Silver Suki Black Jegging that is super stretchy and easy to wear all day any day, no matter what your attitude may be! To accessorize, I couldn’t help but put her in the equestrian inspired Sam Color Block Boot that has a brown vegan leather trim, black base, and buckle embellishments! You can definitely command a room in these boots! To add just a touch of classic femininity, we gave her the Speed Dial Clutch in Black that is so reminiscent of the 1970s Chanel! So get your bad girl self into this outfit and break a few hearts tonight! You will definitely have them wanting more!

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