Outfit of the Week: Neon + Lace

Even though summer is starting to come to an end, that does not mean the heat is deciding to recede as well! Since it is still hotter temperatures outside, we are celebrating the end of summer with out Summer Shorts and Capris Sale and fitting for this week’s Outfit of the Week featuring crochet shorts and neon green! Our lovely model Paige looks fresh and is glowing in a comfortable breezy outfit that is perfect fora day at the beach, shopping, or a party! Wherever you decide to wear this look, you will sure be as cool as a cucumber, and not just because you are wearing green!

Paige is wearing the Sis Sis All A’ Flutter Top in Green which features an adorable ruffled detail and is sheer allowing some airflow on a a hot day. Paired with the top is the Lucy Paris Lace Shorts which have a cream crochet pattern and are fully lined! If you have been on the hunt for a great pair of lace/crochet shorts, they are right here waiting for you! To accessorize, she is holding the Tara Purse which is super versatile and can go from day to night! Adding a little sparkle, she is also wearing the Sun Star Necklace in Gold along with the City Classified Gum Girl Sandal in White which are so comfortable and very easy to walk in!

So next time you have a neighbor’s BBQ party or just want to go to a local fair, beach, or shopping, grab this outfit and be for-warned: you will get so many compliments on it!

 

 

 

 

Outfit of the Week: Pink Noir

“She walked into my office with fear that read like a old newspaper, already read and cast aside. She wore nothing but dark colors to hide her face and her past. Color she was looking for, but would she be bold enough to face the truth of what it brings? A job that I didn’t reckon’ taking, but the girl needed my help.”

Film Noir is the scene of the fashion crime that took place this week. My task: to pull an Outfit of the Week that was truly bold enough for our stylist Macy to rock! Thanks to our amazing graphic designer, Tyler, we were able to set the scene of a noir-esc theme to this week’s vibrant outfit!

 

Being inspired by the Kardashians and their fabulous style, I paired the Solemio Jack-O Jacket in Neon Passion with the adorably simple Sis Sis Pocket of Sunshine Tank in Sand. With that, I paired the ever popular Flying Monkey Julie Jeans which are Back in Stock for this upcoming Fall season! These super stretchy black skinny jeans are perfect day or night and oh-so comfortable!

To add some sparkle and sass to this outfit, I accessorized with the geometric Pyramid Cross Necklace in Gold along with some gold bangles and her own earrings. For a shoe, I thought none other then the Fortune Dynamic Mealy Peep Toe in Black because they are super comfortable for a heel and you can literally go from work to a date easily!

 

So if you ever find yourself in a dark wardrobe that might as well be covered with soot and ash, remember that the influence of color can change your life forever!

 

Solemio Jack-O Jacket in Neon Passion

Sis Sis Pocket of Sunshine Tank in Sand

Flying Monkey Julie Jeans

Pyramid Cross Necklace in Gold

Fortune Dynamic Mealy Peep Toe in Black

Instagram: A Week at For Elyse

Want to know what its like at one of our For Elyse Stores? Easy peasy! For Elyse is now on Instagram! We are documenting all of our clothing, new arrivals, updates, and awesome moments at our For Elyse Boutique in Chico, CA! Check out our  picture collage below of documenting a week at For Elyse! Follow us on Instagram and join in on all the fun!

Enjoy!

~ <3

 

Oh Mother! Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Its almost Mother’s Day and for me this day and Father’s Day are the only days my parents let me buy them presents! This year I’m straying away from my typical Mother’s Day gift of pink roses and a Starbucks gift card for something a little more special! In honor of all of the wonderful women who brought us into this life, I thought I would give all of you some great ideas and tips for gifts for you mom this upcoming Sunday other then my boring gift I have giving my mom year after year. This year she deserves something special!

 

 

Since we over here at For Elyse are having our Mother’s Day Sale where all Purses are 20% Off, here are a couple of great ones your mom will love! A purse is something every woman needs and depending on your mom’s personality you could get her the Handbag Republic Purse in Black or the white GTG USA Purse! Both are practical with enough space to carry anything of importance and have a modern edge! If your mom already has a purse she is in love with, you could always get her a new modern wallet like the Judys Margo Wallet in Black patent leather! This adorable clasp closure wallet can also be used as a clutch and has compartments for your phone and car keys, perfect for moms who don’t like busy bulky bags!

Accessories are always a great way to go when you are shopping for mom! If she is a little edgier and in with fashion rends try the the Striped Infinity Scarf in Red also available in Blue and Orange depending on your mom’s taste and favorite color! According to my mother, sandals are always a great Mother’s Day gift because spring and summer are right around the corner. Something like the City Classified Yoana Sandal in Black is a trendy comfortable shoe that comes in an array of colors to match your mom’s personality and style!

Another great gift is that your mom will truly love is jewelry! Get her something unique like the Crystal Waters Earrings which are golden drop earrings that encompass a jade gem. Very simple and different and your mom will think you went above and beyond for her! You could also get her something funky if that is her style avenue like the Hera’s Blades Bracelet in Silver and also available in Gold that features a leaf design and lends a certain Boho edge!

If you have no idea what to get your mom for Mother’s Day or he is very hard to shop for, you can never go wrong with a gift card whether it be to a clothing boutique, her favorite restaurant, or anywhere she would enjoy. The point is to give her a gift cad to a place that she really likes and will show your sentiment taking her interests into consideration!

Mother’s Day should be a day where you celebrate and honor your mother for all she has done in your life. Whether you show your love through a gift or even just coming home for the weekend, your mom will be happy you are there! So show your mom some love this Mother’s Day Weekend and I am it is much deserved!

~ <3

Coral Around the Edges: Burst of the Coral Color Trend

With spring buzzing its way through the blooming trees and flowers, fashion is mimicking the colors of spring! One of the hot trending colors for this upcoming spring season is the bold color of Coral! With a wink of pink or orange undertones, coral is gracing through Hollywood by many celebrities like Lauren Conrad, Victoria Justice, and Vanessa Hudgens. Perfect for all different types of skin tones, this bright bold color is a breath of fresh air in the sun and you and your smile will stand out in a crowd!

 


As the weather starts to get warmer, you will wan to get your coral pieces fast! Having a few great coral pieces can add a lot of sunshine and color to your wardrobe! Coral is great to wear in a dress like the Blu Pepper Sunset Dress in Coral or the Alythea Jada Dress in Light Coral for a wedding, special occasion, or even if you are in a bright mood on a sunny day! To brighten up an outfit, try an accessory like coral and turquoise Jakarta Earrings or the Joia Summer Scarf in Tangerine. The touch of color will take an ordinary tank and jeans outfit to a bright summery ensemble!

Don’t be afraid to try bold colors! Wearing bright colors will bring confidence to your look and make you stand out in a great way! For more coral pieces, go to forelyse.com and find the colors that are best for you today! What’s the hurt in wearing color, the least it could do is brighten up your day and your smile!

~ <3

Mustache Movement

I mustache you a question: have you seen the craze for mustaches? The mustache movement  began as a joke and burst into a trend that has spread over America like wildfire! When I first saw the cartoon curled mustache, it was on the inside of my friend’s index finger; held up to her face, it looked like a mini Mario Brothers impersonation! Since then, I have literally seen mustache’s everywhere: on t-shirts, as pillows, as jewelry, and my favorite on coffee mugs! There is even a IPhone and ITouch app called “Stachematic,” where you can take pictures of yourself and insert a mustache over the picture! The best way to wear a mustache is truly with confidence! Whether it be a mustache necklace, ring, or t-shirt, you must own that mustache with pride and power as it were your own! Give Tom Selleck a run for his comb with your mustache pride! Check out our Pinterest Board with our collection of Mustache memorabilia and get your mustache on!

Here is an example of how “Stachematic” works: take a picture or use an existing picture, add the type of mustache you prefer (i.e. handlebars, Chaplin, Selleck, ect.), choose the color, and finish by choosing an effect like black and white, 70s vintage, or sepia! Once you download this app, you won’t be able to stop staching everything and everyone around you! Here is a pic of fellow blogger Emilee and I with the classic stache :)

 

Outfit of the Week!

Hello my fellow fashionistas! Its time for our Outfit of the Week curtsey of one of our stylists miss Sabrina Khanchandani! This week’s outfit can go easily from day to night in a flash! We started with the gorgeous Blu Pepper Puppy Love Top in Blush! This adorable open knit pink sweater has a relaxed fit, scoop neckline, and trendy dolman sleeves. It is slightly cropped and can be worn off the shoulder. The top is pictured with a black tube underneath because it is completely SHEER but very sexy when worn with a tank or bandeau bra underneath!

Paired with our lovely delicate top are the fierce MEK Milo Skinny Rinse Jeans! Dark wash inky blue jeans have a super skinny fit from hip to thigh that promises dangerous curves ahead! Your feminine form will give off a glow in these figure flattering jeans!

Lastly, we accessorized this outfit with the Boy With a Chain Necklace in Gold and the Paprika Grarzon Wedges in Black! Simplistic details make this outfit easy to wear and is effortlessly convertible for a lunch date with your friends to a date night with a new someone! Either way you will look fabulous!

~ <3

 

 

 

Easy Being Green!

Being green really is that easy! Since St. Patrick’s Day is approaching fast and since I have had my shares of being pinched for not having any green on, I don’t want you to be a victim! Sometimes wearing a bold color like green can be seriously intimidating but its really a great color that can bring out features in your skin, hair, and eyes that you never knew existed! As long as you wear the color with confidence, you will stand out on St. Patty’s Day in a sea of green!

If you are a little more cautious of the color, just start out small! Choose a top like the Lucky Brand White Roses Top that features bold fuchsia flowers with accented green leaves! Be a little more daring and wear an accessory like a scarf or jewelry that is a fun shade of green!

If green is your color and ready to go bold this St. Patty’s Day, wear an all green shirt like the Mine Above the Clouds Top in Green that reflects springtime with its whimsical floral print and adorable ruffles! Push your fashion boundaries even further and wear a green dress like the Lush Mai Tai Dress in Green with a playful floral print or the super sexy Solemino Mod Bod Dress in Mint Green! Get noticed this St. Patty’s Day for first your green then your smile!


Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

~ <3