Wash D.C. Fashionista….Are You In The Know?

Hi, Voula Here:

This seasons clothing styles for women are sophisticated and come in elegant jewel tones. Shades of gray are also popular and of course, black is always fashionable. The trends of today are a nod toward yesterday, inspired by classic feminine looks. It’s all about the waist this season. Think about belts and ways to elongate the torso (a better bra, lower cut pants, separates).

Our high-tech information culture is reflected in the smart, efficient look of the clothes. Women of today are busy and powerful but not willing to give up their identity as women. No longer do they have to imitate men to be taken seriously.

In the past few years, power-suits for women have been popular. The suits, worn with a man shirt, have been tailored to the woman’s body, but mimicked men. These suits said “don’t mind me, “I’m just like the boys.” Times have changed. Office wear for women dares to be feminine now. A soft, lacy blouse with a pencil skirt is the new ‘power-wear,’ a style that says “No, I am definitely a woman, but what difference does that make?”

Women’s suits are still here, probably for good, but they have become more feminine. Suits pair lace with pinstripe and tweed with ruffles. The waists have been cinched in on these as well and this is important for any body type because every woman needs a shape.

Dresses have become popular once again. They are comfortable, loose-fitting and feature the classic a-line. A dress with a bag, belt and tights is all there is to it. The beauty of this look is simplicity. Pull the dress over your head, add an accessory or two and go about your business.

The boot cut jean is always in style. Invest in a designer pair that you can have tailored to fit your body. Since denim is durable and versatile, it is worth the expense. If you have generous hips, you will want to avoid the a-lines and flared jeans, opting for straight lines instead.

Totes are still in, but so is the clutch purse. The clutch is not just an evening thing; it has gone casual, accompanying women to lunch with the girls, church, a date and other social occasions. The slightly over-sized purse still works though, and you can ditch the bag lady look by letting it play the role of briefcase and handbag.

Tights have returned this year, in solid black or pattern, but you want to be careful. Stick with subtle patterns or solids, since you don’t want to look gaudy. Shop Our Huge Selection Of Hosiery and Stockings Today! StockingDepot.Com Shoes with a pointed toe elongate the legs. What would fashion be without boots? Check out Chinese Laundry for their cute over the knee boots! They can work with a skirt, whether they are ankle length or even knee boots. Pendants are still in, and they are getting bigger by the minute. Cuff bracelets and bangles dress up and down. Discover Your Signature Style! Shop Our Oriental Accessories Now at GoodOrient.com!

Shop now for a wardrobe so you can look great for less. Remember that the well- stocked wardrobe is just basics. It’s better to spend your whole budget on a little black dress and a good coat than to make it stretch for a bunch of cheap things. Think of spots you want to accentuate and let your body type dictate which fashions you wear. Experience everything mod at Ben Sherman -Start Shopping Now!