Royal Wedding Worthy Dresses April 27th, 2011 By

It’s no secret that we love a good wedding, and the pending Royal Wedding has our heads swirling with thoughts of young love, lace gowns, notable dress designers, and lush floral arrangements.  We can’t wait to see what Princess Catherine’s dress looks like, and our DVRs have already been set for the big day.

It seems that we’re not the only ones with wedding fever; our inboxes have been swamped with questions about what to wear to this season’s weddings, and the invitations keep piling up.  Here are some of our standout dress picks available right now. While many of them come with a designer price tag, we still love looking at them and then scouting for more affordable options.

We love the cap sleeves and plunging neckline of the Lanvin Bi-Color Gown, and navy blue with black is always an elegant choice.

This simple Rachel Pally Fortuna Dress is an affordable formal dress option that can really be dressed up with some sparkly accessories and a great cashmere wrap.

A pretty floral print is an excellent option to wear to a wedding in April.  We love the large pink and mint blossoms on this silk Winter Kate Harlequin Maxi Dress.

We’re sure to see some McQueen at William and Kate’s wedding, and we wouldn’t mind wearing this Alexander McQueen One-Shoulder Dress.  It’s simple and chic, with just enough of an edge to make it McQueen.

Lastly, we can’t get enough of this Jason Wu Hot Pink Chiffon Gown.  Hot pinks and bright reds are a sure way to stand out at a black tie affair – especially if you’re going stag!

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Slip Into Something More Comfortable: Lovely Lingerie April 27th, 2011 By

Whatever your honey is into, it almost certainly includes sexy lingerie.  With a vast selection to choose from on beso - everything from modest nightgowns to peekaboo sets – there is something silky out there for everybody (and for every body). These are a few more of our favorites out this spring, and we couldn’t resist sharing:





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Our Favorite Colorblock Heels April 7th, 2011 By

Colorblocking is one of our favorite trends right now, and a great way to wear it is on your feet.  We’ve scouted out some of the cutest colorblock heels to satisfy your color cravings this season.  Check out our top 5 favorites:





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The Man Repeller and Her Shoes March 9th, 2011 By

The Man Repeller, penned by the hilarious Leandra Medine, is one of my favorite fashion blogs.  Leandra puts together the most fashionable ensembles that are sure to garner attention from fashion loving females…now, heterosexual males on the other hand…. 

Leandra always has the most statement-worthy shoes and I’ve listed two here that I am totally enamored with. 

First, The Man Repeller‘s self-professed current favorite shoe are these Proenza Schouler Single Buckle Wedges.  Cue lust, drool and envy! 

(images via Refinery29

The Man Repeller at NYFW 2011, via Refinery29

The Man Repeller at NYFW 2011, via Refinery29

The second are a Valentino pointy-toe studded pair! 

The Man Repeller in Valentino at NYFW 2011, via Refinery29

The Man Repeller in Valentino at NYFW 2011, via Refinery29

Thank goodness for beso!   I knew right away I could find them.

All my Man Repelling dreams can come true! 

Single Buckle Wedge Boot by Proenza Schouler 

 

Valentino Studded Runway Pump 

Valentino Studded Leather Runway Pump

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How to Wear Crop Tops February 28th, 2011 By

Crop tops can be a tricky, tricky thing, but when done correctly you can look tall, lean and very well proportioned! My three favorite bottoms to wear with crop tops are high-waisted; I love both harem pants and skirts with crop tops for a look that’s current and fresh.

Look for tops that are a little looser and make sure your bottoms fit well in order to avoid any unsightly bulging.

Here are some of my favorites:



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How to Wear Spring’s Hot Sunglasses May 5th, 2010 By

Eyewear can become the focal point of any outfit and are a spring essential.  From oversized tortoise shades to matte black plastic aviators, there are so many stylish choices out this season.  Here are some useful tips for how to wear the latest styles to flatter your face shape.

Almost any style can flattering on an oval face as long as the proportions are right.  My favorite are the Stella McCartney plastic square sunglasses, as square shaped frames with gently rounded edges look especially glamorous on an oval face.

Make a Statement in Stella McCartney Shades

The Tory Burch classic cat eye frames have a curvy style that flatters a square face. Classic oval, round shape, and cat-eye sunglasses are the most flattering options.

The key to choosing sunglasses for a heart-shaped face is to balance out a wider forehead with a more narrow chin. I like the purple Carrera Dakar sunglasses.

If you have a round face, then it’s best to avoid sunglasses with round frames. Try on rectangular styles to balance the proportions.  We like the Tory Burch oversized square frames.

Tory Burch Oversized Square Shades

Tory Burch Oversized Square Frames

If you didn’t know, Tory Burch recently launched an eyewear collection with modern details and classic styles like aviators, wayfarers, cat eyes, and oversized frames to flatter all face shapes.  The eyewear brand is quickly becoming a celebrity favorite with more styles on the way.

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Editor’s Picks: Birthday Buys & The Perfect Outfit March 29th, 2010 By

Too Faced Lip Injection Zara Heels Benefit Dallas Face Powder Gurhan Turquoise Ring Marc Jacobs Single Shoulder Bag Essie Chinchilly Polish Moulinette Soeurs Dress

This year, I decided to treat myself to a few finds in order to celebrate my birthday!  I wanted to put together a fabulous outfit with statement pieces and basics that would work for a variety of occasions.  Though the ring I found is vintage, check out this gorgeous one from Neiman’s with a similar look.  Worn with a printed dress, the striking blue turquoise practically makes the outfit.  Notice I went neutral with the bag and shoes — I can see myself getting a lot of use out of these.

1. Moulinette Soeurs Dress from Anthropologie
I love the colors in this shirt dress, and the cinched waist is very flattering.

2. Too Faced Lip Injection from Sephora
A gift from my roommate, it makes the perfect pout.

3. Beige Strappy Heels from ZARA
With a sexy platform and a knockout 5″, these heels are truly killer.

4. Dallas Face Powder from Benefit
Truly the best bronzer for my fair skin, and I can’t get over fab box!

5. Gurhan Bella Ring from Neiman Marcus
24k yellow gold and turquoise one-of-a-kind Gurhan ring (mine is vintage). Swoon.

6. Marc Jacobs Single Shoulder Bag from Neiman Marcus
It matches perfectly with my shoes, and the quilted look is an instant classic.

7. Chinchilly Nail Polish from Essie
This slate grey color was a recent find from a team outing to get mani/pedis  (I do have the best job ever)!

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Bag It: Bucket Bags March 29th, 2010 By

I am starting to notice a trend in bringing back old school styles such as the crossbody, drawstring, and bucket bags.  We once considered these bags for grandma, but now they’re back and way better than ever!  The key to reintroducing past trends is to give it new life with bolder colors, new details and more embellishments.  When I browsed beso for bucket bags, I found two new favorites.

1.  Stella McCartney Falabella Bucket Bag, $1,395 at Neiman Marcus

Stella McCartney Falabella Bag

Stella McCartney Falabella Bag

2. Kooba Daniela Studded Bag, $345 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Kooba Daniela Studded Bag

 

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Shoe Cravings: Mega-High Heels March 2nd, 2010 By

Who doesn’t love mega-high heels? They may not be as comfortable or easy to walk in (and most of us aren’t as graceful as Heidi Klum), but you’ll definitely look and feel sexy in these seriously hot shoes.

All over the runways, mega-high heels are stealing the show. We’re seeing metallics, snakeskin, neutrals, see-through, animal prints and feather-trimmed. From pumps to sandals, peep toe boots, to my favorite – the hidden platform, the higher the better. Wear these killer heels with a sophisticated suit, pencil skirt or cocktail dress, and you’ll turn heads all over town. Here are a few pair of really special mega-high heels:

1. Casadei Double Platform Pump, $675 at National Jean Company

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Casadei Double Platform Pump

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. Stuart Weitzman “Airforce” Studded High Heel Sandals, $425 at Bloomingdale’s

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Stuart Weitzman "Airforce" Studded High Heel Sandals

3. Christian Louboutin Strappy Platform Bootie, $995.00 at Neiman Marcus

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Christian Louboutin Strappy Platform Bootie

4. Jessica Simpson Taneala Pumps, $89.00 at Jessica Simpson Collection

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Jessica Simpson Taneala Pumps

5. Jimmy Choo ‘Clue’ Glitter Slingback Pump, $650.00 at Nordstrom

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Jimmy Choo 'Clue' Glitter Slingback Pump

6. Kors Michael Kors Flora Pump, Tiger, $260.00 at Neiman Marcus

Kors Michael Kors Flora Pump, Tiger

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3 Ways to Shop beso.com February 9th, 2010 By

- Ehmonie from Handbag du Jour

As a new contributor to beso, I’m finding my way around the site much like you are! beso offers such a wide variety of fashion items so you may be thinking ‘Where do I begin?’  Here are 3 ways that I found to shop beso:

Rebecca Minkoff Linear Stud Flame Tote

Rebecca Minkoff Linear Stud Flame Tote

I started with searching brands. As a handbag-a-holic, I’m always searching to see what’s new from my favorite handbag designers so I began my ‘brands’ search with Rebecca Minkoff. From the homepage, I typed in the brand name in the main search box, then found a slew of hot Rebecca Minkoff bags, like the Rebecca Minkoff Linear Stud Flame Tote. You can further refine by store on the left hand side.

If you have a particular store you love, it’s probably available on beso!  On the homepage, click on ‘View All’ on the right hand side under ‘Featured Stores and Brands.’  This will take you to an alphabetical list of your favorite online shops.  I chose ‘Neiman Marcus,’ and then further refined to ‘Bags’ where I discovered the Valentino Rouches Napa Tote. Pretty cute, huh?

Valentino Rouches Napa Tote

Valentino Rouches Napa Tote

Finally, on beso, you can search previous blog posts for inspiration. Beso’s editors and bloggers cover everything in the fashion spectrum, from hot handbags, to footwear and hair accessories, to apparel and undergarments. And if you see something you like, sign up for a beso account so you can save your favorite stores and brands!

This ends your introduction to shopping beso. Don’t forget to check back often to see my hot finds and share yours with me too! Happy shopping!

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The Jewel Box: Dramatic Pearl Necklaces February 3rd, 2010 By

WHAT WE WANT RIGHT NOW: A dramatic pearl strand necklace.  Check out our jewel box for some of our favorites from Kate Spade, Lee Angel, and Forever21.  Wear with your favorite boyfriend tee for a casual chic look, or a crisp white blouse for a bolder statement.

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The Jewel Box: Dramatic Pearl Necklaces

Kate Spade Single Strand Necklace with Bow Juicy Couture Multi Strand Tie Necklace Forever21 Flower Pearl Drape Necklace Forever21 Decorative pearl Strands Lee Angel Gray pearl Ribbon Necklace St. John Women's Pearl Strand Necklace

1. Juicy Couture Multi Strand Tie Necklace
$128, Nordstrom

2. Lee Angel Gray Pearl Ribbon Necklace
$450, Neiman Marcus

3. St. John Women’s Pearl Strand Necklace
$495, St. John

4. Forever21 Decorative Pearl Strands
$14.80, Forever21

5. Kate Spade Single Strand Necklace with Bow
$195, Piperlime

6. Forever21 Flower Pearl Drape Necklace
$12.80, Forever21

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Editor’s Picks: My Favorites at beso November 9th, 2009 By

New to beso?  It’s perfectly understandable that you’d be a little overwhelmed, so I’m dedicating this feature not only to my favorites, but also to helping you find your own!

Love jeans from Urban Outfitters?  I do, too.  I think they have an awesome selection for men and women, and they’re always at the tip of the trends with various price points.  You can select Urban Outfitters from the list of stores in our Store Directory, and beso will save them for you!  Still not sure if you’re going to get those Blank skinny jeans?  You can click Add to Favorites at the bottom of the page to store for later.

Blank Classic Skinny Jeans from Urban Outfitters, $78

Blank Classic Skinny Jeans from Urban Outfitters, $78

Remember, you can choose to favorite any store, brand, or product your heart desires!  Just click the favoritedwhenever you want to save something for later!

One of my obsessions has always been Diptyque candles.  They’re hand poured and made in France, and have always been my no-apologies splurge.  I remember when I was a girl and my mother would buy a crate of these at a time when in Paris because they were so hard to find in the states.  Now with big stores like Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue stocking them, as well as other online retailers, I never have to worry about finding the perfect hostess gift the way my mother did.  Their candles are scented with only the finest oils, and with French fragrances like Baies, Mimosa, Gardenia, and Roses, what’s not to love?  They’re one of my favorites by far.

Baies Diptique Candle

Baies Diptique Candle

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