Go...

Go BAD or Go Home!
Complete your ensemble with a Bold, Bright, Bad a** Shoe!

~Ms.Francois

Cute & Classic

Ordinary button-down makin you frown? Turn it upside down...with a quick fix for your Classic Plaids. Tie it up, show some skin by tying it high or Tie it down, hide a Lil tummy by tying it low. High tie w/ high-waist

Love the Classic way Keisha did it

Farmer Style ~Ms.Francois

Sleek Summer

Sleek Pants + Sky-high Heel = Summer Sleek

The combo gives you that leggy look- even if your not a six-foot tall model!

~Ms.Francois

Jet Setters: Flying the Clear Blue Skies

Ok so the summer time is pretty much vacation time. This is when everyone wants to jetset and go to a sunny beach in the caribbean or some where peaceful in Europe away from the hustle and bussle. With that being said you need to be prepared for the annoying checks at the airport, the air conditioned plane and so forth. If you have a long flight you want to be a comfortable as possible. People confuse comfort with sweats, a large t-shirt, and some sneakers. Ok if that's your "thing" then by all means "do you," but you can be relaxed and comfortable and stylish at the same time :-)

I love this look because it is casual and chic. The scarf and fedora adds that extra umph to the look. You the sandals are cute and easy to maneuver through a busy airport and also easy enough to slide on and off.


This look is a bit more dressy but you can downplay with less jewelry. It is just a simple white tank and some linen pants. Linen is very comfortable in my opinon. They are roomy and allows room to breath and relax. I would add a pashmina or cardigan for the air conditioned plane in my carry-on

This look is airport cool also because it is a simple tank with a pair of shorts and a cardigan. When flying simple is better. You can add a pair of shades to this look and you will definitely have that movie star appeal.


So here is the GoodyBag travel checklist:
1. Comfortable pants or a dress is optional...I love simple jersey/cotton dresses
2. Flats...cute sandals that can be put on as easy as they can be taken off or a pair of skippies
3. Cardigan or scarf for the cool air
4. Tank tops or layering t-shirts
5. Shades (optional) I prefer shades...it adds mystery lol
6. In your purse and/or carry-on you should have hand sanitizer, lotion, chapstik, lipgloss, mirror, makeup(optional)
7. a CHARGED iPod
8. Book or magazine
9. Laptop (optional)

The airport does have runways but not for you to strut your stuff like you are in Paris. You can be cute, stylish, and comfortable without the 4in heels. So keep the stilletos and club dresses in your suitcase or in your closet. Oh yeah keep the pajama pants (which should be worn at home) oversized sweatshirts, slippers, flip flops and socks, oversized t-shirts at home remember your clothes sometimes reflect who you are.

Happy Travels :-)

~Nique

Style Disaster or... Not

Take A Risk
In the trusty words of Obama, Yes you can! Just remember to stick to the same color scheme on the color wheel-brights with brights look freshest now

~Ms.Francois

A Summer's Night Out

Going out tonight & feeling kinda clueless on how to start getting ready? Take note, here's a checklist for the perfect night out this Summer.

Super size Your Hair
The trick is spritzing on hairspray Before you curl the hair. Then wind one-inch sections around a curling iron. Tip I just learned: In sections, curl backwards for that I-just left -the- salon- look. Brush out gently & hairspray again , (a little).

Show Some Skin

Rather than using your everyday moisturizer, use one with light- diffusing particles & maybe a bronzer. Remember don't hide the radiance- opt for a touchable up do!
Make A Bold Statement

Really wing out your out liner-always dramatic. Create a cat eye that will last. Don't go crazy with luminescent foundation, powder or moisturizer if your wearing colorful make-up. " Brights look prettier against a more matte face."

Smell Unforgettable

You want your scent to stand out without being the female equivalent of the cologned- up guy you can whiff across the club. Dab just a little on your wrists. Don't rub your wrists too hard together when applying perfume, that creates a lot of heat, which can make it wear off faster. Then mist in the air & walk through; scent clings to hair longer than it does to skin.

Do Bronze the eyes

In an earlier post this week we talked about bronzing the eyes... apply a bronzy shadow from your lash line to the brow bone, fading it as you go. Then smudge a gunmetal gray pencil on your upper lash line & add mascara. Don't do shimmery lips at the same time.

~Ms.Francois

Personality

Ruffles + Neon Cinch
Add a Neon skinny belt to an ordinary ruffled dress, it gives it some spunk & personality.

~Ms.Francois

Do's & Don't's of Going Bare

1.Pick A Favorite Body Part To Accentuate
Look at pictures of yourself to determine what you want as your signature "reveal." I.e our First Lady, Michelle Obama signature reveal are her arms, nicely sculpted & toned. Remember not to neglect to balance that reveal with more demure everything else.

2. Stick With What Your Comfortable In

When sporting bare skin, everyone knows confidence is the best accessory. So don't wear strapless tops that won't stay up, or minis that won't stay down.
3.Address Underwear

Be sure to own at least one strapless or convertable bra that allows you to show off your bare back or shoulders. Unless it's a special piece that's meant to be seen, don't go for any visible lingerie. Go strapless, or keep the straps under wraps.

4. Check Out Your Toes
Point blank sandals need a pedi. Don't forget your heels, moisturize!

5. Know What Works & Doesn't Work For Work

Considering you can show a little arms & a bit of leg in the office if the overall effect is sleek, simple & chic. Under no circumstance think that what goes for night goes for day. It doesn't.

6. Keep Everything In Place

Move around in tiny clothes when you try them on to make sure nothing falls out... cleavage should be in front, never in the back.

~Ms.Francois

Cute Couple

Pair your Neons with Brights
It'll make'em pop! Top them off with bright notice- me sandals...your Summer ready!
~Ms.Francois

Cowgirl from the Hood

Bring the wild wild west to the City. Here are a few ideas of how to bring the Cowgirl to the city for summer fun!

Something as simple as a hat, bag, shoe, or other accessories can change the dynamic of your look. Don't be afraid stick with western or Native American inspired pieces and earth tones like brown, camel, and toffee, you will look so good no one will even notice the horse.

~Nique

Go for the Fresh Look

From day to night, the white suit is the way to go. Pick the best way it "suits" your occasion, point is, it's definitely a Fashion Do! Go shirtless, white on white or....
Pair it with a black top. ~Ms.Francois

So Fresh

Top off your ensemble with a White Jacket!
It's less expected than a jeans jacket-plus, it goes with everything & SCREAMS, "Summer is here!"


~Ms.Francois

Ooo, lalah!

Add a boyfriend blazer to your cut-off, disdressed denim & plain white tee...dress it up a bit.

~Ms.Francois

Pair Pretty Prints

Mix Floral & Stripes
Mixing floral with stripes is in this season-especially when you add trendy accessories...so mix it up!

~Ms.Francois