After Christmas Sales!!!

Hi Everyone!  I am sure you are excited as I am to hit those after Christmas sales!!  Here is a list of some stores that are having sales today!

WHBM SALE

WHBM SALE



WHBM - SALE

•  Talbots - 40% off  - ends Tuesday www.talbots.com
• White House Black Market - Winter Sale up to 50% off sale items - you can use your 5% off for your black book membership and if you have a VIP $20 off coupon that can be used as well!!
• Ann Taylor Loft - 50% off everything in the store!! (and online too - use code TAKE50)
• Ann Taylor - 50% off everything in the store!!
• Banana Republic - Extra 20% off sale if you use your BR, Gap or Old Navy CC
• Nordstroms - Half yearly MEN sale & Winter Sale up to 50% off for the ladies!
• Gap - Extra 20% off sale (not sure if you have to use your CC but I don't think you do)
• Kohl's - 20% off everything
• Target - extra savings online & in the stores
• Neiman Marcus  - up to 70% off in store only until noon!  up to 60% off online up until noon!

Are you wanting to update your closet but don't know where to start?  Here is a good way to begin donating some things out of your closet.


Ten Things you should not have in your closet:

• Fanny Packs
• Acid Wash Jeans
• Hammer Pants as in MC Hammer
• Overalls
• Droopy Pants
• Crocs unless you are a Dr. & only wear them with your scrubs
• Very Very low rise jeans
• Mom Jeans
• Platform Sneakers
• Crop Tops
• Trucker hats

Here are some other quick tips.  

• Leggings are not pants.  They should only be worn with a tunic top or short dress.  You should not be able to see your "heiney" whether you are standing or bending over.
• If you have not worn an item within the last 2 years chances are you are not going to.  Time To Donate!:)
• If it is too big, then donate it.  Chances are you are not trying to gain weight:)

Here are some great Fall items to add to your wardrobe

• Cape
• Ballet flats
• Jeans from Vault Denim www.vaultdenim/juliealdaz
• great pair of Wedged boots
• fall midi skirt
• faux fur
• Colored denim
• Cords
• fabulous chocolate brown accessories - bangle bracelets
• animal prints
• Oversized scarf that you can wear with many items in your closet.

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Fashion Questions?  Please email me at bellarougestyle@yahoo.com

One of the hottest items for the Fall Fashion season is DENIM!!!  There are so many new styles out there that there is one for every type of body.   Denim can be worn by any body type.  If you are choosing a denim piece as a fashion statement, be sure to know your body.  In all reality, almost everyone can wear a skinny jean even if you think you can't.  They are actually slimming if you purchase the correct size.  If you are a little bottom heavy, choose a dark wash skinny.  If you are skinnier on the bottom and a little heavier on top then choose a skinny jean that will accentuate your fabulous legs such as a mustard color.  Have fun with Skinny jeans - don't be afraid of them!  Remember jean leggings are not the same as skinny jeans.  Leggings should never be worn as pants.  You should keep leggings as an undergarment under long tunics or shorter dresses.  If you are standing up or bending over, you should not be able to see you "booty" in leggings.  Ok, moving right along.....

You can buy all this fabulous denim at several locations such as Free People, Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy (if you are under the age of 35), Ann Taylor Loft.  Another hot fashion statement this season are Cords!!  Don't be afraid to throw in some color!  FUN FUN for the fall!

Here are some tips as to how to dress for the fall according to me & What Not To Wear:

5: Ladylike Glamour

A popular look on the runway this year is known as "ladylike" -- classic and sophisticated style. Ladylike isn't overtly sexy or glam; think Betty Draper in "Mad Men." Ladylike fashion means accentuating curves without showing too much skin. In fact, in designer Louis Vuitton's show in spring 2010, he hired famously curvaceous models to walk his fashions -- Adriana Lima, Bar Refaeli, Laetitia Casta and Elle Macpherson.

You can find this look just about anywhere, not just in upscale designer boutiques. Keep an eye out for pieces like these when shopping at your favorite discount stores:

• Full-skirted dresses
• Small handbags
• Kitten heels
• Tailored pieces
• Defined waistlines
• Pencil skirts
• Pearls or faux pearl accessories

Mix and match these pieces, and you'll achieve the classic ladylike look.

4: Fur and Fleece

This fall, expect to see fur, shearling and fleece items in magazines and in stores. Shearling is the pelt of a lamb or sheep that's typically worn with the fur on the inside and the soft suede leather on the outside. The fall season preview included fur and shearling coats, vests, hoodies, and even fur-trimmed boots and gloves. Some designers are using goat and sheep shearling exclusively because these particular animals are raised for their meat and not merely for their skin or fur.

If you're on a budget, though, fur and shearling might not be for you. Luckily, many designers have come out with faux fur versions of these items. Faux fur and shearling clothing is much cheaper than the real thing. And if you're an animal lover, your conscience is clear.

3: Animal Prints

Seems like our furry friends are the "in" look this season, and leopard prints are coming out as the big winner. Leopard print coats, dresses, scarves and even boots made their way down the runway.  Leopard prints are a fun accent and they'll make any neutral color pop. You can even pair leopard with bright colors if you're feeling particularly whimsical. Just remember that with animal prints, a little goes a long way. We suggest wearing only one animal print piece -- don't do it head to toe. Oh, and you shouldn't mix your animal prints, either. Zebra and leopard do not go together. The great thing about prints is that they're simple to reproduce, and you should be able to find them easily for low prices.

2: The Bohemian Look

The word "Bohemian" comes from the French word for "gypsy." Think funky, earthy, flowing ensembles. It's free-spirited, fun and artsy, but it's not sloppy. It's elegant.

Keep an eye out for peasant shirts and tunics, long skinny scarves, billowy skirts and boots. Prints and patterns, hats, and belts also do well with this look. Stick with earthy, muted colors and don't mix too many patterns. Because the Bohemian style includes so many pieces and accessories, it should be easy to put it together using items you can find in various stores. Just think about the pieces you want and the look you want to achieve, and discount shop until you've found the perfect outfit.

1: Accessories, Accessories, Accessories

Accessories can take a look from boring to beautiful, and add splashes of color and style. And our favorite thing about accessories is that they're cheap! You can change the look of an ensemble just by adding the right scarf or bracelet.

So what accessories are hot this fall? Knee socks, leopard-print bracelets and scarves. Fur or faux-fur handbags and clutches. Ankle boots. Ladylike gloves. Geometric necklaces. Metallics. Bold watches. With all this to choose from, how can you go wrong? And of course, there's one easy rule of thumb when it comes to accessorizing: Right before you leave the house, look in the mirror and remove one accessory. Keep it simple and stylish.

If you have any questions about this year's fall style, please feel free to email me at bellarougestyle@yahoo.com.  You can also pick up a copy of SA Scene magazine where I write a monthly fashion column.  November's issue is all about Fall Fashion.  

Have a stylish day!!

Jules

Sales for today

Hi Everyone!  Here are some sales for today!!

Ann Taylor Loft  - Summer Tees $15!!!
Nordstrom - Half-yearly Sale on Women & Kids In store & Online!
Last Call by Neiman Marcus - 40% off Kooba handbags for a total savings of 60-85% off!
Talbots - Today Only - Buy One & Get One @ 60% off (full priced only)
Macy's - Father's Day Sale


For Kids
Gymboree- Everything $12.99 & Under in Stores & Online!! (earn Gymbucks too)
Justice - 40% off everything in their store & Online!
Pottery Barn Kids - The Perfect Chair Starting at $99 + Free personalization
Leap Frog - Online - up to 20% on Tag books
Half Price Books is offering a "Feed your Brain" summer reading program promotion for kids 14 & under June 1 thru July 31st!

Have a great Thursday!! xoJules

Know your Body type! (jockey person to person & me)

Identifying your body type

Hourglass - If your waist measurement is smaller than your bust & hip by 4" or more

Barrel -Your waist measures 3” more than your bust and hips.

Inverted Triangle -Your bust measurement is greater by 3” or more than your hip and waist measurements.

Straight -If your waist, hips and bust do not differ in measurement by more than 2” inches.

Pear-Your hips are 4”or more larger than your waist and your bust & waist do not differ significantly.

Apple - You are less than 5’3” and your waist measures 2” more than your bust and hips.

Look for additional posts on do's & don't according to your body type

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Fun fact about all time most popular hair cuts!!

http://www.marieclaire.com/hair-beauty/trends/articles/most-popular-hair

Which hair products do you find that works the best?

Shopping tip on a budget

Happy Memorial Day weekend!!  Have you ever been in a store and had only a certain amount of money to use?  You get up to the register to hear the total only to find out you have gone over budget and have to put items back....bummer, right? Well, here is something that can help!!  If you know the store you are going to, look online first.  Put the items into the shopping cart & it will give you the sub total.  This will give you an idea of what you will spend when you go to the store.  
Email me with any questions at bellarougestyle@yahoo.com.  I look forward to answering any style questions!  Have a great rest of your weekend!!  xojules

Tee Shirt by Billy Reid

www.BillyReid.com proceeds go to support Red Cross disaster in Southern states.  Pretty cool Tee!

Some favorite websites

Hi everyone!  Here is a link to Jockey person to person!  Check out the catalog and then email me if you would like to order something!  It is fabulous merchandise for moms on the go, the career woman, the work-out momma or anyone!  If you want a look that you won't see on everybody else, check out these websites!  They have great items and good prices (for the most part)!!

www.jockeypersontoperson.com
www.riceandbeansvintage.com

www.freepeople.com
www.bellarougestyle.com

Welcome to my blog

Hi!  Welcome to my fashion blog!  I love fashion!  I enjoy helping women feel stylish at any age or size!  I have over 20 years experience in the fashion industry and I have been at all ends of clothing sizes so I know what looks good on all body types.  I am now a mother of two gorgeous girls and I run my own image consulting/wardrobing make-over business.  Each week, I will update on fashion tips, what's in & what's not, and to answer any questions.  I am here to help moms with fashion tips on how not to look like a "soccer" mom, to help ladies with questions on how to dress when returning back to work, and much much more!!