Sunday, October 7, 2012

November shopping event

Starting this November, I will host a shopping event once a month on a Saturday.

This month, the event will be held the second or third week in November, depending upon shopper preference. I will be taking 2-4 women shopping at the mall for an hour to search for whatever they need.

On each shopping trip, I will aim to organize groups of women who have similar needs to help ensure we have success!!

If you are looking for:

1. New jeans/pants/skirts
2. Winter outfits
3. Need an outfit for a night out with the girls or the guys!
4. Something cute to wear for a date
5. Just want to buy something and need someone's opinion?

Thennnnnn I got ya covered people! ;)

If you are interested or know someone who might be interested, please email me at mandafashiongal@gmail.com.

Look forward to shopping together in the near future!!

Success stories: fab fashion for fab women!

I have had the pleasure of working with some amazing women to create stylish, complete looks by helping them integrate their recent purchases with the items they already have hanging in their closets.

Success Story 1: The Denim Shirt

Question: Manda, what do I wear with a denim shirt? I bought this great shirt, but not sure what options I have for it!

Answer: I gotcha covered!

The key to a denim shirt is in the details! Any denim shirt you purchase can be worn with jeans, but following some of the tips below can help take the look to the next level! 

1. Fitted denim shirt (Be sure that it is not too fitted. The buttons should not gap or pull in the bust area. It should also be comfortable enough for you to raise your arms easily, because you could end up dancing or going to a sporting event in this shirt. Comfort is a must!)

2. Roll up the sleeves when going for an extra casual look!

3. If you purchase a lighter denim wash shirt and you want to pair it with blue jeans, pair it with DARK denim. Dark denim shirts look best when paired with a patterned jean or colored jean.

4. If layering to keep warm and/or change up your look, a white tank is a basic, classic addition. Adding a chunky necklace adds pizzazz. Striped or patterned tanks can add flair to your outfit as well.
Example: I found an awesome, successful woman to model just one way to wear a denim shift.
In the picture, this lovely lady models skinny red jeans and a light denim top layered over a simple tank. We added a cross-body bag, neon sandals, hat, chunky necklace and aviator glasses to give the look a little more flair. All were items she owned!

This is a great example of how to use items you already own to make a simple shirt look fabulous!



Below are some other denim looks that illustrate the right ways to way denim shirts!






Success Story 2: Long Necklace


Question: Manda, What Do I Wear With a Long Necklace?? I have this great long necklace, however, I not sure what will work with it? What do you advise?

Answer: I gotcha covered, lady!

The key to a long necklace is to make it versatile. In this case, the necklace purchased was green.

1. You can pair the necklace with a crew neck top  or tank tops in summer time (Navy, bright colors, or basic neutrals are all options.) and match it with a pencil skirt, basic blue jeans or bright colored denim!
  • If worn with jeans and a t-shirt, a brightly colored or basic crew neck top and wedges or flats, it will make a cute casual look.
  • If worn with a skirt, wear heels or wedges! If the skirt is a mini, a small wedge shoe or a flat will be the best addition!
2.  Long necklaces can also be worn with button-up shirts or cowl necks or crew neck sweaters in the winter.
  • Stay away from wearing long necklaces with ruffles or detailing at the top of the shirt, because it will detract attention from the necklace!
Here is a stylish look incorporating the green necklace! Looks fabulous!


The following is a great casual look for fall or winter showing how to layer with a long necklace!


If you need advice, email me at mandafashiongal@gmail.com!

Monday, September 17, 2012

Every woman needs a fabulous blazer!


JCP New Collection $35 Blazer

Available in gray, navy and orange! An essential for your fall wardrobe!!






Three cheers for polka dots!

Dotty Monochrome Blouse - Anthropologie.com




Love Loft Polka Dots

It's all about Polka Dots! 

Tips:

1) Remember to pair black and white with bright colored jeans!

2) All neutrals look great with bright colors or your favorite skinny jeans! :)

Questions??? Email me at mandafashiongal@gmail.com. I gotcha covered!

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

WELCOME TO MY BLOG!

I have always loved fashion, and I have amazing friends who quite often ask me, "Manda, What Do I Wear With This??" One friend in particular (Lonita Sharp) inspired me to take my expertise and help anyone who needs advice on what to wear in specific situations (e.g. first date, company Christmas party, job interview), tips on spicing up a wardrobe or updates on the hottest trends for the season at the best prices.

You can look forward to:

1. Styling events

2. Shopping events

3. Stories about the amazing women I will be helping 

4. Pictures and links to the best places to find deals on the hottest trends

If there is something you'd like to see covered here, just comment or email me! I gotcha covered! 

Monday, September 10, 2012

Top 15 fashion trends for fall

1. Peplum top

2. Blazers

3. Cashmere tees (Layering piece under blazers and sweaters; paired with a scarf)

4. Peter Pan collars on a blouse

5. Intricate details on tanks, blouses and tees

6. Denim shirt (HUGE ITEM this season); pair with colored pair of jeans or leggings or floral jeans

BEST places to find a denim shirt:

-$25 JCP brand at JCPENNEY
http://www.jcpenney.com/
-$24 at JOE FRESH

7. Black on black

8. Fitted "boyfriend" weekend shirt

9. Heavy wool sweaters

10. Utilitarian coats

11. Denim jackets

12. Blouses

13. Layering pieces

14. Cozy sweaters

15. Military jackets

http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2012/08/28/fall-trends-2012-tops-bla_n_1836803.html#slide=more247251