Friday, June 12, 2009

Tickled Pink

Here's an example of the style articles I write as part of nicolewilliams.com's weekly "Chic on the Cheap" newsletter.

Tickled Pink

No matter what your skin tone, hair color, or eye color, you can always find a shade of pink that makes you pop. And though the juicy hue used to be considered very feminine, it's now more powerful than ever. (Even men are flaunting it!) So if you haven't yet integraded pink into your wardrobe, summer is the perfect time to take the plunge. Here are our suggestions.


STRIPE THREE-QUARTER SLEEVE STRETCH SHIRT, J.CREW, $64.00, JCREW.COM
If you're not a huge pink person, this crisp button-down is a perfect compromise. The fuchsia pinstripes are subtle, but enough to add interest. Monogram the sleeves for an extra sophisticated look!



SILK CHIFFON RUFFLE BLOUSE, DIANE VON FURSTENBERG, $245.00, INTERMIXONLINE.COM
Put together pink, silk chiffon, and ruffles and you can't get much more girly. But worn with black pants or dark jeans and a fierce pair of pumps, this classic DVF blouse will command attention without looking like you've OD'd on sugar and spice.



SEISMOGRAPH DRESS, MARC BY MARC JACOBS, $298, SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM
When you've got to stand out, this funky pink and blue dress won't let you down. Save it for important meetings or day-to-date occasions and you'll be sure to turn heads.



GESTURE PUMPS, KATE SPADE, $240, ZAPPOS.COM
These flirty floral peep toes aren't for your ordinary Plain Jane. Wear them with a black dress or skirt suit to make a stylishly playful statement.


SUMMER LINEN BUTTON-TAB JACKET, J.CREW, $138, JCREW.COM
For a look that's polished and pretty, pair this jacket with tailored jeans and a basic white tee. The lightweight linen will let you go from meeting to meeting without breaking a sweat (or shall we say "glow").



SWEET ORANGE VERNIS NAIL POLISH, DIOR DIOR, $20, SEPHORA.COM
This coral hue will go with practically any outfit this summer. Stash a bottle in your desk drawer for quick fixes to make your manicure last longer (and save some money while you're at it!).



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