Spring 2014 - B&W #trending

This look never goes out of style, it's just a matter of how you're wearing it that makes it "now" or "then". And to  be honest this look is timeless and you'll look stunning no matter what you choose.

What I'm talking about is a good old Black & White look.

As I mentioned this color combination is timeless and has been around forever. Right back in to the Audrey Hepburn, Jackie O days. These two stylish ladies wore this look effortlessly. And you can too!

"What for" you ask?

Job Interviews: Even though in a job interview you want to make a statement, you don't want to appear "over the top". Let your employer see a more modest side of you in the interview. They can get to know you better once you've landed the job ;)

Keeping things simple and sophisticated is easy when you choose black and white.

Formal Events: Nothing says elegance like a simple black and white color combination. This can be paired well with any choice of metal (yellow gold, rose gold, silver, platinum) and you can wear a variety of stones as well, because with B&W anything goes. Try pairing with Emeralds, Pearls or Rubies for a traditional appearance. For an edgy more modern feel, pair with chunky gold link chain or over-sized costume jewelry like rings. Either way you'll be the belle of the ball!

Or just any old time of course! You can take this look and make it anything you need it to be. No matter what the occasion you can make it casual and dress it up like a diva too!

Prints are so big these days, so don't shy away from a bold print in these neutral colors. A printed pant and solid shirt. Or printed dress is a gorgeous option for understated colors, but not an understated look.

My thoughts are, rock this look! But don't forget about color. Black and White is great, if it's a statement you're making sometimes. It's very easy to fall in to a pattern of wearing black for comfort. That's not the idea here. This Spring we are looking for bold ways to wear neutrals. Know what I mean?

xo

L.