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Friday, January 24, 2014

How to Dress Like Your Favorite Fashion Icons From History

Audrey Hepburn: Though her little black dress, oversized pearls, and dark sunglasses worn in the movie “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” made Audrey a huge fashion sensation, her personal style was more subdued. Ms. Hepburn’s essential clothing items included capris pants, feminine blouses, and silk scarves. Her favorite accessories included floppy hats, ballet flats, and cat eye sunglasses.

Brigitte Bardot: As a fashion forward French actress and model, this blonde-haired beauty started clothing trends of her own. The “Bardot top” which shows off the collarbone, and ends at the shoulder is still a classic staple found in many women’s wardrobes today. Brigitte was also known for wearing mini skirts, headscarves, and black cat-eye liner.

Princess Diana: Though her Elizabeth & David Emanuel wedding dress initially put the Princess on the map, her momentum in the fashion world continued on. Diana was known for her elegant yet simplistic style. She often wore tailored blazers with denim pants to casual events, and accessorized with riding boots, belts, and pearl jewelry.

Jacqueline Kennedy: Jackie-O was not only the First Lady of the country, but also a leader in fashion. She took out uncomfortable stockings and tight waisted crinolines and replaced them with loose-fitting shift dresses and trendy pillbox hats. Now women everywhere were flocking to imitate her style. Jackie accessorized with oversized sunglasses, kitten heels, and gloves.

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blogger: Robyn Olson

Dress like Brigitte Bardot:

Buy the black skirt

Buy the striped boat neck shirt

Buy the flat sandals

Buy the woven turban head wrap

Dress like Princess Diana:

Forever Leather

Leather isn’t just for rock stars or bikers anymore. Think again, it’s been a while since we are all able to adopt this edgy sexy look, but usually many of us tend to use our favorite leather pieces during winter time only. Big Mistake: leather is one of the most versatile textures you can wear 365 days a year. So, I’ve got great news: This season Leather gets updated with new cuts and bright colors. We're already seeing new styles trickling in on the streets.

Because leather is so glossy and smooth, it makes a statement by itself no matter how you wear it. That's why it's important to look for leather clothing that you will feel comfortable wearing. Let’s pay attention to these useful tips:

- Leather is clingy and form-fitting by nature, which sometimes makes it difficult for curvier women to wear it.

- Avoid leather leggings and pants if you have thicker legs and stay away from bustiers and tight leather dresses if you have a round stomach.

- Leather jackets are flattering on almost everyone because there are so many different styles, but avoid cropped cuts if you are thick waisted, because this style will draw attention to your stomach.

- If you don’t want to look like Catwoman (I hope!), you can wear contrasting fabrics with your leather leggings or pants. Wearing all black can be slimming and sophisticated, but try adding other colors to your leather ensemble. Slip on white pants or skirts to complement a leather vest or wear blue jeans, a T-shirt and sneakers with a leather jacket for a laid-back look.

- If you're still too afraid to wear a leather statement piece, you can always wear leather boots with your jeans. Leather cuffs and headbands also allow you to incorporate the trendy fabric into your wardrobe, and leather gloves work wonderfully as driving gloves.