From the office to the holiday party!

When I am at work and am anticipating an event I need to head to right after, I always get anxious. I am forever thinking about what to wear, going home and changing, and arriving unfashionably late! Just thinking about it is giving me the chills. So I say "Self! What if you could wear what your already wearing, but bring that little extra special something along with you to throw on before heading out the door!", genius ...I know.

So I came up with looks you can wear to the office, as well as your company's holiday party.

Tuxedo blazers with structured trousers.

If you commute to work you can bring the blazer on a hanger, and keep it in the coat closet until you are ready to head to your party, or keep it in your car, but this is such an easy way to spruce up an outfit.

As far as the trouser goes, wearing something that has a pattern or pop of color is just enough for work and play.

Shimmer

Poof! The glittery shimmery fairy just stopped by and sprinkled a magic touch into your closet that has your co workers  head's turning as you walk into that party.

Okay..no she didn't, but shimmer is always great for a holiday shindig. I find embellished skirts paired with a  motorcycle jacket are the perfect blend of sweet and sassy, or a blouse for an extreme feminine look.

Leather and Lace

If you're going to an open bar in NYC, or a nice sit down dinner,  you can wear leather and lace. A  lace dress with opaque tights and a leather jacket is one of favorite things to wear in a pinch. It is comfortable and cute enough to wear to work, but also dressy enough to wear out. I always keep a deep lipstick in my bag to make the look a bit more vampy. POW! We just packed a punch.

 You can accomplish all these looks without breaking the bank. At DoubleTake we pride ourselves on giving you the latest trends by top designers at the lowest prices. Let us see your holiday looks, possibly put together by one of our stylists, and tweet the look to @DoubleTakeCon #DTholidayattire

4 MUST HAVES FOR SUMMER

"Saying you don't look good in a hat is like saying you don't look good in shoes!"- Unknown

 "People will stare, make it worth their while."- Harry Winston 


Using arm candy to dress up any summer look... it's a must!

"A woman can carry a bag, but it is the shoe that carries the woman."- Christian Louboutin

Wedges, flats and peep toe heels are EVERYWHERE this season!

 "Style is a way to say who you are, without speaking."- Rachel Zoe

Nothing is better than being hands free! Finding that perfect cross body or a bag that fits around the waist screams MUST HAVE for Summer!

All of these looks were accomplished with DoubleTake consignment pieces! You can have the same look by visiting one of your local DT stores!

OVERALL we LOVE Spring Fashion!

I remember a time when overalls were really popular. The only way to look cool while wearing them was to have one of the straps clipped and the other hanging free, and if you wanted extra (non existing) fashion points a nice acid wash would do the trick!

Well they are coming back again, but don't worry, it's not the look from 1996 we loved remember. I have compiled ways to wear them for an everyday casual look, or a day at work!

 Just because you're wearing overalls, doesn't meant they HAVE to be denim. Switching up the fabrics allows a trendy look even at the office! 

Also keep an eye out this season for color! Color! Color! 

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PATTERNS!

Mixing colors and patterns at DoubleTake!

Susana Monaco Top
Marni Skirt

 DVF Top
Lanvin Skirt

Alberto Makali Blazer
Ella Moss Top
Fendi Skirt

Judith March Dress
D&G Blazer

Alberto Makali Top
Alberto Makali Blazer
Splendid Skirt

                                                                                   

Narrowing in on Spring Trends

When it comes to pulling off a fashion trend, proper execution is key! I see a lot of young girls trying to pull off the looks they see in magazines, television, and online.

 "Before you leave the house, look in the mirror and remove one accessory" 

                                                                                      - Coco Chanel 

Ladies and gentlemen, it is imperative that you follow this one, basic simple rule. It makes all the difference, from looking trendy, to looking like your closet chewed you up and spit you out. Especially now because the retro look is coming back with uniquely shaped sunglasses, colorful and textured headbands, to bulky accessories. The one mistake I see is pairing ALL of these things together to try and mimic a specific look. UNNECESSARY! 

So I am here to help! These are a compiled list of photos showing the proper way to wear the upcoming trends of Spring.

Enjoy!

So ladies, if you are inspired by everyday street style, silver screen starlets, or the most recent fashion weeks in NYC and Paris, you can master these trends!