Trend Alert: Black Lace Leggings

Sexy-Sexay! Lace leggings are here. What is it about winter and lace? I shouldn’t complain because now I have no excuse to wear dresses to my dinner parties. I often opt for the pant look as it is so cold in the winter. I guess I shouldn’t complain, I live in Vancouver. The younger celebrities are pairing their black lace leggings with a simple black cocktail dress. This is a look that a person my age can pull off. While there are various colours of lace leggings out there… remember to keep the colours in your outfit uniformed. For example. If you have dark gray lace leggings, pair it with an even darker shade of gray whether it be a dress, cropped pant, or sweater dress. And, Christmas does not not give you an excuse to pair red with green. I don’t want my readers showing up at a fancy dinner party with a green dress and red lace leggings. No-no-no! Have fun with this look.

Lace Leggings by 30somethingmom featuring Miss Selfridge tights

The Boyfriend’s / husband’s / lover’s Christmas Party

Yes ladies, it is now the time to watch what we eat, dye the grays and wax places we have not waxed since last winter. It is the time of the Christmas party. And, it’s not just any Christmas party. It is the party where you represent your man. A party where woman smile yet say horrid comments in their head about the fashion choices made that evening. I hate the sad old, “hi, nice to meet you” crap. I enjoy the food and free booze. I especially like showing off my dance skills to songs like, baby got back and let’s get married.

Let’s talk clothes. I will share with you several looks which are quite popular and trendy this christmas. These looks include hot pink blouses paired with a black skirt. Hint ladies… Imagine that your crotch represents the age of 16 years old and your knees represent the age of 45+ years old. The older you are the closer the length of your skirt should be to your knees. Be conservative, remember… you are a mom.

The second look is a black dress with a tulled bottom. Again, mind the length. And ensure the tulle is not too puffy consequently making you look like the death of ballet.

Finally, gold sequins. This look is sophisticated and if you are shy and yet want to try this look… maybe go for an all black outfit and wear a gold sequin blazer or even a clutch to give that pop. Hope you enjoy these looks and have fun at that party! Don;t forget to wear your Spanks!

Hot Pink Top + Black Skirt by 30somethingmom featuring Christian Louboutin shoes

black tulle dress by 30somethingmom featuring Forever21

Gold Sequins by 30somethingmom featuring Antik Batik

Trend Alert: Black Mini Dress + Lace Leggings

So, you’re probably wondering how a mom in their 30’s can pull off this look. I would suggest that if you are in your early 30’s it is worth the attempt. Anyone older than 36 years you may be breaching on the “are you dressed up for Halloween?” comment. Which we don’t like. Most of the young celebs, and when I say young… I mean teens are wearing this look. For my more mature audience, try this lace legging with a pencil skirt and jeweled tone blouse. Or, just under your black pants to give that peek-a-boo effect down at your feet. Or, just wear them at home with a long tee and show your man that you too can look like those fashionable teens.

Lace Leggings + Black Mini by 30somethingmom featuring Surface To Air dresses

Trend Alert: The Gladiator Heeled Sandal

I guess we have Rhianna to thank for this style. I have recently purchased a pair similar to the Louboutin Black Gladiator Sandal worn by many celebs. My heels however were bought at Winners and they cost a billion dollars less. I love Winners. So, what is great about this shoe is that it creates an edgy somewhat downtown look. Like most heels it is versatile in that it will pair well with either a dressy cocktail look or a more toned down denim style. Which ever style you choose remember to maintain that manicure as your toes are still visible and choose a colour that will match with the majority of your wardrobe. Stick with basics as this is a seasonal look.

Gladiator Sandal by 30somethingmom featuring Christian Louboutin shoes

Trend Alert: The Blue Printed Dress

Blue Printed Dress by 30somethingmom featuring Emilio Pucci dresses

Winter is near and the prints are out. Rather than going for that spring, flower, pinky pattern… shift your eyes and credit card to the blue and black pattern combination. Celebrities have been spotted with this look along with black tights and booties. You can wear this look with whatever accessories you have. I find that people tend to copy the celebrities way too much. If you just place yourselves in their shoes I’m sure what they chose to wear made sense. With the cooler weather wouldn’t it make sense to grab your tights and what looks good with tights? Booties. At least that’s how I go about with my style. Regardless, blue patterned dresses are here and their hot!

Trend Alert: The Grey Leather Jacket

Years have gone by and leather has always remained popular. With the ever changing styles it has consistently stayed as a black signature piece. This winter however, many Vancouverites are seen wearing grey leather. While Grey on grey made a comback a couple seasons ago, grey leather jackets did not. What I like about grey is that it isn’t so dark or emo. The problem however lies in that coordinating colours may be quite of a challenge. Keep your tones in the Cool colours ie blues, greys, purples etc. Obviously black will work best. Keep it simple and don’t over power the look with too much leather. Keep your bag small and try not to wear those boots that ride up to your crotch… too much leather seems try-heard and animal-like.

Grey Leather by 30somethingmom featuring Jil Sander

Stylist Guide: Date Night

That time of the season is here. The time when men have a reason to take us out for dinner. What is it about the holidays that spark romance into their manly brains. I don’t care what anyone says… but hot pink is still the look for this winter. not only does pink bring out the colour in a woman’s cheek, but it adds a pop of colour that may ask, “I wonder how old she is?” Remember now. The dress is the focal point so don’t embarrass me and get too matchy-matchy. Keep the accessories in the same tone. I like black, but you can easily do silvers, tungstens, golds, etc. Be daring. Show it off. If he’s lucky there may be more after dessert.

Date Night by 30somethingmom featuring Nine West shoes

Items in this set:
Emanuel Ungaro dress, $1,710
MIKE & CHRIS jacket, $835
Stella McCartney intimates, $225
Nine West sandals, $100
Miss Selfridge clutch, 20 GBP

GAPsprize! Say What?

gapsprize, originally uploaded by chichi.style.

All you have to do is make a purchase at any participating Vancouver area Gap stores. Then, after 45 days, if the prices on the items you purchased have dropped, they will automatically credit the difference to your Sprize account. Then you can go back to Gap and use your SprizeMoney on whatever you want in their stores!

Wow!

Trend Alert: The Loafer

Yes ladies, it’s here. The shoe that defines our age. The loafer. I guess if there was a shoe that represented the 30-something mom… it would be the loafer. Either that, or running shoes. Well, for this season the loafer is back and it is cool. Wow, I just typed those words together. Loafer and Cool in the same sentence. On The City (my guilty pleasure), Whitney’s friend made a comment about a pair of loafers, she said they showed a more sophisticated type woman… wish I could find the quote. You just think mature, older, mother type when you see someone wear these shoes. But, celebrities like Rihanna, Kate Hudson, Lauren Conrad etc are all showing off this latest trend. hmmm…. should I fall victim to this trend and add 5 years to my age… hmmm….

Trend Alert: The Nude Pump

While this neutral shade has been in the spotlight before, it’s not until the re-introduction of flashy shades has this trend become increasingly popular. Nude will not only go with any color you choose in the rainbow, but it will also aid in a woman’s attempt to elongate the legs. Of course Louboutins are worn by majority of the celebrity world… who can miss that trademark red sole. But, let’s get realistic here, not all of us can afford a pair of $700 shoes. I’m sure you agree that money can be spent on other things, more important things… like 7 pairs of Nine West shoes! Nude, beige, taupe… colour can be so subjective. My tip is to find a shade that is closer to your skin tone or darker. This will give that illusion of legs that will go on and on and on and on!