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[Outfit Post] with Bright Floral Print Dress, Black Belt, and Peep Toe Studded Heels…A Modern and Fresh Look

Posted in BELTS, DRESSES, FASHION, OUTFIT POST, SHOES with tags , , , on August 19, 2012 by stylebymeli

It’s been a little while since I’ve shared an [Outfit Post] and I wanted to show an outfit I wore over the weekend.        

About This Outfit:

[The Outfit]:  I am wearing a floral dress by Custo Barcelona.  I’m sure on most people it would be worn as a top, but on me it definitely passes for a dress and I wouldn’t want to wear it any other way as the length is just perfect!

The black bandeau top is by Free People.  The neckline of the dress is scooped low, so I had to layer something under it for for extra coverage.  (It looks like it’s all one piece but there is a bandeau underneath).

The belt is by Guess.  I have a ton of black belts but this is one of my favorites!  I love the gold hardware and the lace up detail down the center.

I’m wearing my black Gucci peep toe heels with this outfit although I highly considered wearing a nude shoe instead.  (I think either would have worked, but still favored the black over the nude wedge).

[Where to wear this outfit]:  This is a great day to night outfit in my opinion.  I went shopping and then out to dinner wearing this.

[Stylish Notes]:

-  This is one of my all-time favorite dresses I own.   Custo Barcelona is one of my favorite fashion labels and also happens to be the first fashion show I ever got to work backstage.  Their clothing is like buying a piece of artwork!  I not only love the floral print along with the bright colors, but also the style of the dress itself and the comfort.  The style is simple and classic so I don’t ever plan on retiring this.

Styling Confession: I always dress for visual aesthetics first.  I cannot begin to appreciate an outfit unless I like how it looks visually from head to toe.  Comfort always comes secondary, but it’s truly fabulous when you have an outfit that is visually striking and also incredibly comfortable!

-  I’m sure this outfit would have looked great without the belt, but for me it really completed the final look.  It just steps up the style while providing modern edge.  As a stylist, I love mixing soft feminine details with edgy pieces.

I took this photo before I added the accessories, but kept the accessories to a minimum being that it truly doesn’t need a whole lot to embellish the final look. (I wore a bracelet and ring, both with gold hardware to compliment the gold hardware in the belt and the back of the heels).

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[Outfit Post] with Black Bodysuit, Aqua Lace Shorts, and Hot Pink Accents…A Posh Spring Look

Posted in BELTS, FASHION, JEWELRY, OUTFIT POST, SHOES, SHOPPING with tags , , , , , , , , , , , on May 21, 2012 by stylebymeli

Thankfully, the weather was amazing this weekend, so I was able to pull off this nice spring outfit with a new pair of shorts I picked up a week prior.

About This Outfit:

[The Outfit]:  I am wearing a black Bebe bodysuit.  It’s really hard to appreciate the styling details of the bodysuit, but it actually has a beautiful tribal-esque design embroidered on the front.

The aqua lace shorts are from Forever 21, purchased a couple weeks ago.  I really don’t need another pair of lace shorts being that I just purchased a nude pair and also own a black pair, but the color was simply too gorgeous to pass up.  Plus, I am always looking for brighter pieces to mix with my excessively black wardrobe.

The nude cuffed peep toe shoes are Miss Sixty.  I wear nude shoes a lot during the spring/summer months as you have probably picked up from my most recent [Outfit Posts].

The black belt with the lace up center and gold accents is by Guess.  I own a ton of black belts, but this happens to be one of my personal favorites.  It’s so incredibly versatile and really pulls the final look together in an instant.

[Where to wear this outfit]:  I actually wore this to a Greek festival that I was invited to.  It was in the evening, so i actually had a white jacket that I wore over this since it got much cooler in the evening.

[Stylish Notes]:

-  What I love most about these shorts are that I can wear style them high waisted or as regular shorts.   High waist bottoms are inevitable this season and personally, I can’t get enough of the trend!

-  Aqua happens to be one of my favorite colors, especially within fashion.  What can I say, I love my bright colors!  It’s refreshing and fun while adding the right amount of contrast to any look.

Styling Tip:  A belt at the waist is one of the easiest ways to complete a look while emphasizing a small waistline with a slimming effect.  (Hey, I’m a big believer of the saying, “If you’ve got it, flaunt it.”  In other words, always know your styling assets and work with it!  Trust me, everyone has them!)

I also want to point out that I incorporated other pops of color on both my lips and nails. I’m thriving on hot pink in all forms, from beauty to fashion.

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[Outfit Post] with a Leopard Print Bustier, Black Dress, Bold Belt, and Jeffrey Campbell Gold Unicorn Heels…A Flashy Fun Look

Posted in BELTS, CONSIGNMENT STORES, DRESSES, FASHION, MELI'S FAB FINDS, OUTFIT POST with tags , , , , , , , on January 7, 2012 by stylebymeli

I’m happy to post my first outfit post of the year!  I actually haven’t officially worn this out yet, you guys are seeing it before anyone else does!  After I post this, going to get ready to actually leave the house wearing this.  I’m going out to celebrate a friend’s birthday tonight so I wanted to dress up for the occasion!  Enjoy loves!

About This Outfit:

[The Outfit]:  I am wearing a black Guess mini sweater dress.  It actually has straps, but I tucked them underneath as I wanted it to look strapless.

The next layer is a Guess animal print bustier with black lace detailing towards the top.  If it didn’t have the black lace styling detail, I wouldn’t have been as inclined to buy it.  It’s funny how the little things are always what count most!

The wide black belt with gold bling at the center is a consignment store find.  I have been obsessed with this belt for many years now.  I don’t wear it all the time, but when I do, it really completes the look.

The shoes are Jeffrey Campbell.  I wore these in my last outfit post, so they should look familiar! ;)

[Where to wear this outfit]:  If you really want to know exactly, I’m heading off to Perle in New Brunswick tonight in this outfit.

[Stylish Notes]:

-  A lot of layering took place to create this look and I believe that great stylists are masters at effortlessly layering pieces to achieve one extraordinary final look.  Looking at this from afar, it looks like a one piece outfit, no?

[Styling Confession]:   Believe it or not, this is the first time in my life that I’m wearing sheer black tights (from Express).  For the longest time, I just wasn’t a huge fan of the idea.  However, with this look, I felt that opaque black tights would make the outfit appear “too black” and there was a need for the sheer tights.  I must admit, I’m totally digging them!

 - The wide belt at the center gives the illusion that I’m wearing a high-waisted skirt.  As you can see, the horizontal lines cut across the body in all the right places.

A closer look at the complete outfit. (Sorry it's a little blurry, but you get the idea).

In terms of makeup, I'm wearing a soft light bronze lip, brighter cheeks, and softer eye makeup.

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[Style Vault] – Festive Fashion Belts

Posted in BELTS, FASHION, MELI'S FAB FINDS, MELI'S STYLE VAULT, SHOPPING with tags , , on December 10, 2011 by stylebymeli

Here are two new belts I picked up at Express yesterday.

I’ve come to realize that I’m a total belt-a-holic.  Besides my obsession with lipsticks, shoes, and skincare…belts are also very high on my style list.  I love belts because they add personality and easily complete any look.

*  The first belt is black elastic with a metalllic gold closure at the center.  I love anything that is black and gold.  It’s totally classic and I can easily wear this with just about anything.

*  The second belt is also elastic with a rhinestone bow at the center (I also ironically have a headband with a rhinestone bow that I just love).  This is definitely more glitzy and just fun.  I like when fashion is fun.

The only difference regarding how I plan on styling these are the PLACEMENT of the belt on the body.  Most of the time, I wear belts at the center of the waistline.  The black/gold belt I plan on wearing in this way.  However, the black rhinestone bow belt I plan on wearing above the waist, right below the bust.  For some reason it just looks right to place the belt there.  (It kind of looks strange having a bow at the waist, but under the bustline, it’s just PERFECT).  They also only had one size left in this belt (in a small) and the small is too loose around the center of my waist.  (I actually discovered that I wear an XS in belts in Express, not complaining, that’s for sure)!  ;)

[What are your thoughts on these belts?  Do you love fashion belts?]

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