What do Tracey Reese, Philip Lim, and JCrew Have In Common?

The Henley!

Hubby exclaimed that he liked henleys and "little simple shirts." I think he meant, he liked little shirts, period If you catch my drift. I too like henleys. They can be covertly sexy. The henley serves to function as  practical casual wear, but if you leave a couple of buttons unbuttoned you can find that it can be just as inviting as a tight pair of jeans. Here are several different versions of the collarless button-down that range in both texture and style, including: a comfortable oatmeal onesie by Philip Lim, on sale at Sense for  $75.00;  a powder blue silk Tracy Reese that would be great for the office, now on sale for $159.00; and a  classic and comfortable mustard version JCrew $36.50 . Enjoy!

Until tomorrow,

Chamele

Day 15: Sequins by Alice + Olivia

Hello Divas!

I had a rough day today. Luxe baby was sick (vomiting everywhere), my tire may need replacing, and I did not get any work done. But I kept thanking God for all of my blessing because it could have been much worse.

So Chamele is back! Yeah!  Day 15 involves sequins.  Sequins are hot this season.  I saw the cutest sequin beret in Target. I must have it!

Day 15

So, I have discussed several possibilities for the official birthday dress, but I can hardly choose with so many cute options and without knowledge of the festivities (a little bird told me there was some planning going on but failed to mention the dress code.) Besides, you can have more than one birthday outfit, right? I may end up going out to several small celebrations instead of one big bash, so I would need several "small" outfits. Yes?  I am obviously stretching here. 

I really need a reason to where this  Alice + Olivia  Sequined  T shirt Dress before New Years. Sequins are a big hit again, and this sleeveless number is a pretty penny or more like 49,500 pretty pennies. The Alice + Olivia Sequined T shirt Dress is a sleeveless dress with a round neckline. There is seaming at the natural waist, creating a waist where one may not otherwise be (if you get my hint. I love clothes that make me look like I have more or less than I have... when the less and more are in the appropriate places.) There is an open slit down the back with button closure at the neckline. Hmm... open slits. If you caught a glimpse of the Effervescent Evening Dress, you might like this one too!

In the alternative, I am considering the Aidan Max One Shoulder Gold Sequined dress. It has a much more likeable price. The dress has a straight skirt with much needed built-in cups. The bias cut and  draped bodice allow for . The Aidan Max One Shoulder Sequined Dress is $295.00 at Bloomingdale's.

On a recent trip to JCrew, I ran across the Sequin Mesh Bell Skirt.  JCrew offers a mesh gold sequined skirt that will probably provide more versatility than a full dress at half the price.  The Sequin Mesh Bell Skirt  is  a full skirt with elastic waistband, allowing for its owner to wear alone, belted, high-waisted or on the natural waistline. The price is originally $138.00 but is on sale now for $79.99. Scorrrrrre!

Until tomorrow,

Chamele

Lace skirts at J Crew: Sophisticated Elegance

Hello Divas!

 

Always be gracious for your blessings!  I am learning to be grateful everyday.

 

Day 17 involves Lace.  The way Chamele describes these lace skirts, I am intrigued.  I have never been the one to like lace, but it is elegant and sophisticated.  Check it out!

 

 

I am always on a quest to find certain key pieces. Last year, I wanted a knee length lace mini skirt. I was hoping to find one in an elegant black lace to replace a skirt that I had in college. Instead I found a cream lace mini skirt  on sale at a favorite spot; but it was entirely too slim throughout the hips and I could not return it. One happy sister-in-law found herself with some new digs. This year, lace has made its into every facet of clothing including shorts. Lace is no longer reserved for tablecloths and weddings (although my mother might disagree.)

 

While combing through my September and October issues, I saw a cute spin on a the lace trend. A lace skirt with a button-down shirt and belted sleeveless sweater vest. The sweater vest covered a fair portion of the skirt, toning down dressier element of the look and making the look entirely purposeful for a business affair. And so my search began again. I just happened to be in JCrew. Honestly, I just happened to be there by someone suggestion, and I found the cutest gray lace mini... and then I saw the green one. I have no clue which I would prefer. They are both adorable. The Severn Lace Mini is $138.00 at JCrew.  I am looking forward to wearing one with a button down and one of those mixed metal necklaces also on my wishlist.