Sweaters with a Hem

Sweaters of all sorts are a huge trend this season. But sometimes the look of sweater + Pants + boots can get a little dull and masculine. Adding a silky or lace hem elevates the look effortlessly. You are rocking the layered look and the hem mitigates the boxy severity of a sweater. Suddenly you are both warm and pretty! 

There is not a single stitch of sewing involved. Check out these dressed up sweaters!

 Get the look:

Anthropologie

Cabled Ella Pullover, $118.

Asos

Boss Orange Iohanna Sweater with Lace Detail,

$244., $170.

Joie 'Yael" Lace Hem Sweater

$248.

J. Crew

Lace Trim Tee, $55.

Since it is short sleeved, I think this would be perfect layered over a slim black and white striped turtleneck with skinny jeans and booties.

French Fuzzy Lace Hem Pullover

$58.

This one is a juniors from Nordstrom, but I have never been afraid of the Juniors section. You can achieve the look at a fraction of the cost of misses sizes. Just size up!

Stylist Tip: Don't Slip Up

Slips

At a recent party the conversation went as follows:

Friend: "What do you wear under long dresses (maxis) so you cannot see through them?"

ME: "A slip."

Friend: "I know, my grandmother used to wear those. But who has them anymore?"

ME: "I'm wearing one right now."

Friend: "What?!? Where did you find it?!?"

Burberry Spring '14

Obviously, this look is highly editorial. But, a nude slip would be welcome off the runway.

Slips have come a long way since our grandmother's era. Modern blends with spandex and Lycra create soft, flat laying fabrics that move with you while helping the dress or skirt skim over your body. Slips help negate possible dress transparency and camouflage any VPLs (visible panty lines). My favorite half-slip features a wide stretchy lace waistband that lies completely flat. 

Vanity Fair Half-Slip in nude

Target, $16.99

DKNY Fusion Slip

Nordstrom

The Gap, Full Slip

$26.95 $18.84 

I recently ordered this slip from The Gap (of course on sale!). It will be helpful for all the thin summer sundresses that just need a little extra layer underneath.

Our grandmothers were right about so many things: slips are a necessity.

Sale Alert: Nordstrom

The bi-annual Nordstrom sale for women and children starts today. This is a great time to stock up on in and out of season items online or in-store. Check out the Zella pieces (fab work-out gear), shoes, and fun day dresses.

Ahhh, Nordstroms: the happy place.