Style Post: Maroon Intuition

While the weather is having identity issues and causing women in Southern California to re-think their outfits for the day, we decided that our fall wardrobe should get some action regardless of this inconsistency. 

Take out those lovely rich garments ladies and don't be afraid to pair them with your summer threads. Featured above from ShopModerne.com is Lovers + Friends' Intuition blouse, so versatile you can pair with shorts, skirts and jeans! * has a back closure detailing* Also featured is one of our favorite jewelry lines, Dudine, with a Mexican culture inspired flair you'll be able to stack on different pieces or wear one at a time for simplicity.  

Lovers + Friends 'Intuition' Blouse

Forever 21 Shorts

Target Leopard Belt

Dudine Cuff Bracelets

Dudine 'Veracruz Starburst' Necklace

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Weekly Style: Charlie Jade

What would a girl do without the essentials during the winter weather? 

I know that I would be completely lost with my 3 basic essentials- 

a comfy romper, a sleek blazer and a stylish bootie. 

For this week's styling, we are featuring the Charlie Jade "Amy Romper" in Dark Green. To turn this casual romper into a classy outfit, layer it with a off-white blazer and add some gold accessories. To fight off that cold winter weather, throw on some opaque tights! 

To finish it off, put on those Michael Antonio booties and hit the town!  

Check out more Charlie Jade pieces at ShopModerne.com

xo -B.

Friday Find: Arm Party Bliss

Another day, another Friday Find. After the massive meals at Thanksgiving dinner, we thought it would be best to concentrate on this year's best accessories- bracelets! We can never pass up a good bangle that adds that finishing touch to any look. Take a look at what we thought would be the best of the best. 

#1- Carol Marie Hinged Bangle - NOW ON SALE! 40% off at Shop Moderne

#2- JoMartin Designs - Beaded Beachy Boho Bracelet $20

#3- Alex & Ani Bracelets!

Take these gems and layer them to create the perfect #armparty. We love creating this boho look with boyfriend watches or simple sleek looks with just one bangle. Keep it classy, ladies! 

Oh, and Happy Black Friday! Check out Shop Moderne for 40% off all items. 

Promo code: blkfri40

Happy Shopping! xo 

-B

 

Moderne Man: Hoodie Haven

Our very own Moderne Man is back and dishing on the one item that every man needs during these chilly days...a good quality hoodie!

Last time, I went crazy over plaid but sometimes, it’s good to tone it down and have the laid-back look.  Whether you’re out with your friends at a house party or having a little rendezvous with your significant other, this look is effortless and will keep you looking extra cool during this winter season.

Pick up a pair of my favorite, distressed jeans from Degaine because not only are they stylish with all the pre-torn holes in the front, but they are also a little loose fitting and comfortable for the Moderne guy.  Although I am a huge fan of the bright, pop colors such as yellow, blue, and all other things that are eye-catching, it’s fall so that means the darker colors are in such as the shades of browns, blacks, and grays.

The tee shirt from Alternative Earth is a light shade of brown that isn’t a complete bore and still manages to pop out at a person. It literally brings the best of both worlds and puts into one shirt. The shirt serves as a contrast to the dark shade of the jeans. 

The BlackMetro Hoodie from Alternative Apparel is a pullover hoodie that is great for layering and doesn’t have the zipper at the front. If you’re looking for a bright pop colored hoodie and earth-friendly clothing, Alternative Earth offerssome unisex hoodies in light purple, green and gray.

Whichever hoodie fits your taste, make sure to always be you, be Moderne.

Signing off -Ax

Friday Find: Color-Blocking Pumps

We saw the color-blocking trend on the runway for these past seasons, but now we are finding the trend hit the streets in the form of pumps. The colorful mash-up of neons and subtle pastels will add that pop you are looking for without seeming like a mix-matched mess. 

Featured above:

1. Michael Antonio- Lynnea Platform Pumps $99

2. Dolce Vita Babette- Magenta Suede $199

3. Michael Antonio- Garner Wedge Sandals $62

4. Privileged Kylie Grey Color Block Platform Pumps- $40

Would you rock this daring duo?

xo - B. 

Spotted: Kim Kardashian in Plastic Island Eloise Tea Dress

SpottEd:  Kim Kardashian in Eloise Tea Dress from Plastic Island while checking out her wedding venue on

 E! Kim's Fairy Tale Wedding Special (Parts 1 and 2)



Kim and Kris driving back from Santa Barbara (Part 2)



Kim Kardashian in Plastic Island Eloise Tea Dress



If you are one of the over 10.5 million people who watched Kim Kardashian walk down the aisle to become ... Kim Humphries.. oh wait, she is still Kim Kardashian...
You probably remember seeing the above screenshots / scene.

Kim wore the Plastic Island Eloise Tea Dress to Santa Barbara when showing Kris the wedding venue. 

From the buttons along the front, to the faux leather accents on the shoulder, and the pleated skirt- Kim Kardashian takes this romantic styled animal print out for a fun casual day.

Plastic Island - Eloise Tea Dress ($149)



So if you are looking to snag Kim Kardashian's impeccable style - grab this affordable dress and wear it through fall and into the holidays.  Take this into fall with your favorite vest, jacket, tights and boots, or over the knee socks like the Plastic Island lookbook!

Oh, and Kim just posted about her obsession of Animal Print on her blog...
If you aren't an animal print lover- ease your way into the trend w/ this sassy/ sweet/ sexy dress.

Shop HERE

xo - J

Moderne Man: We Are Seeing PLAID!

Let's welcome back Alex! Being that he is one of our Moderne Men, we are asking him what he loves most about this Fall weather. Turns our that him and Glenn Pakulak are on the same page & love PLAID. So here he goes again! 

Although summer is long gone and unfortunately, we have to say goodbye to all the muscle t-shirts and short, there is a silver lining in the form of PLAID! 

Plaid was a huge trend among the masses especially in shorts, but now it’s in our shirts and even our ties.  Just a Cheap Shirt has produced some of the cool and trendy must-haves of the season.  Not only have they given us a trend for the Fall season, but they’ve added some splash of color to their shirts.

Grey is the must-have color on your shirt, tie, or pants. Basically, anything you wear out in public! Don’t say I didn’t give you that tip. The great thing about plaid is the versatility it offers because you can either wear them with a pair of blue jeans or a pair of grey slacks. 

My favorite JACHS is the yellow, blue, and white plaid because it offers the brightest colors you can ever think of and gives an extra POW! to the eye especially if you’re wanting to stand out among the crowd.  JACHS also offers a dash of gray in the grey/black/red plaid shirt and also in the grey/red/yellow shirt which is another piece you should have in your closet.

The JACHS Blue Plaid shirt just oozes TX Cowboy swag with its smaller squares of plaid and it’s another bright color instead of being a darker and richer color.  Remember, you wear the clothes and make it all your own with confidence.

1. Slim Fit Plaid Shirt - Blue Plaid $55

2. Woven Shirt in Grey/Black/Red - $50

3. Woven Shirt in Grey/Red/Yellow - $48

As always, be you…be Moderne! 

Signing off –A

Friday Find: Colored Denim

Who would've thought that colored denim would make a come back? Little did we know that this Fresh Prince of Bel-Air look can be turned into one of the latest trends. These colorful bottoms are great jeans to keep handy when you are feeling a little funky! 

They can be styled for night by easily tossing on a sequin blazer and heels after a day out and about. Check out some of our favorites celebrities in these trendy threads.

#1: Hilary Duff in Mustard Yellow

#2: Ashley Greene in Seafoam Greene

#3. Kim Kardashian in Electric Blue

Happy Friday, Fashionistas! 

xo -B. 

Moderne Spin: Who Got It Right? Animal Print Skirt Edition

As seen in the October 2011 People Style Watch Magazine

You've heard us type it once and here we go again... Animal Print is all the rage this season.... and you don't have to be a Jersey girl to show your love for these prints.

While we have seen lots of tunics, blouses, maxis and dresses sprinkled with animal print, we are excited to show you this Moderne Spin on Tim Gunn's Animal Print Skirt showdown.

Mink Pink Fall gives us a great tank dress to mimic Sienna Miller's polished animal print look.

The Animal Kingdom Tank Dress - is a simple, complete outfit with a great velour animal print skirt -- perf for the upcoming fall / holiday seasons!

Mink Pink Animal Kingdom Tank Dress ($52)

Pair the dress with some haute booties from Michael Antonio and you are ready to hit the town

PS:  These two items come out to be a little over $100 - talk about a steal of a deal!!

Want to rock this look for a work or more cocktail affair?  Dress it up with your favorite platform pumps, a boyfriend blazer or sequined blazer, do up the messy curls and get ready to turn heads!

Looking for a Moderne spin on some of your other favorite trends/ looks?  Email us at blog@shopmoderne.com with questions and our stylists will take it to the blog to answer!

and remember..

Make It Work!

xo-D

WildFox Couture Fall 2011 Video

Looks like Wildfox Couture has done it again with their Fall 2011 preview of their GORGEOUS threads. Check out the video and let us know what you think! 

I spy with my fashion-forward eyes:

1. Cabin Girl Loose Cardigan by Wildfox Couture

2. Skinny Cross Oversized- Raglan tee by Wildfox Couture

3. Seeing Stars Loose Knit Sweater in Free Love Red by Wildfox Couture

xo -B. 

Make sure to follow @modernfashion for all the latest deets! 

Style Diary: The Fall Beauty

Happy Monday, Fashionistas! To celebrate the changing colors of the leaves & that cooler breeze, we thought that we would showcase one of newest items from Charlie Jade. The Amy Romper in Dark Green is the perfect piece for Fall that you can mix with a mustard yellow blazer, dark chunky jewelry, and bright scarfs to lighten the look. 

Items featured above: 

1. Amy Romper in Dark Green by Charlie Jade

2. Multi-Chain Necklace in Brass by Carol Marie

3. McKenna Booties by Michael Antonio


See how Tenley Molzahn styled the romper!

Stayed tuned for this week's styling featuring items from stores like H&M, Forever21 with shoes from Michael Antonio. 

Ciao!

xo -B. 

Spotted: Glenn Pakulak in JACHS

Looks like we have a football player on our hands who knows exactly what fashion means to men! Introducing one of our new Moderne Men - Glenn Pakulak. You can catch Glenn's dashing smile & trend-setting threads on the latest Bravo TV show, "Most Eligible Dallas" that airs every Monday at 10pm. 

(photo via http://www.bravotv.com/most-eligible-dallas/season-1/bio/glenn-pakulak)

Now, not only will Glenn's charm make you want to tune into "Most Eligible Dallas" but also his stylish tendencies to rep some of the hottest brands. Featured below is Glenn wearing the Just A Cheap Shirt ($49) flannel button-up from ShopModerne.com. 

This shirt is perfect for any occasion when they are paired with a casual pair of dark denim. It is perfect for the upcoming Fall season to layer with and even add a comfy scarf!

We can't wait to see what other looks Glenn has to bring!

Check out this sweetie-pie on Twitter @GlennPakulak!

xo -B.

Mens Markdowns at Moderne

Fall is in full effect and what better way to begin the season with a sale. ShopModerne.com is providing amazing prices for some of the hottest men's shirts. Pick one up for yourself, a family member or your significant other. Below are some of my favorite Just a Cheap Shirt 's.

Woven Shirt in Black/White Stripe

 

Woven Shirt in Red/Blue Plaid

Military Woven Shirt in Green

 

Hooded Woven Shirt

Remember: Be Moderne, Love Moderne, Shop Moderne. 

xo, T

Style Diary: The Little Black Dress

Every girl needs a Little Black Dress (aka LBD) to slip into right before that first date or night out on the town with the girlfriends, but they aren't so easy to find! We know from personal experience that finding that LBD is somewhat of a challenge. Do you go with the traditional A-line cut, or do you get a little funky with the ruffles & layers? There are so many options out there in the fashion realm that picking out the perfect look can make you go insane! 

Since we know the trials & tribulations of the infamous LBD, we are here to help you!

Featured above is the Lovers + Friends collection. We just can't get enough of the Sway Open Black Dress in Victorian Lace that would be perfect for that first date night with the boy toy. You can just dress it up with some simple earrings & just let the lace do the rest of the work! 

Another favorite is the Blue Heart Pleated Mini Dress in Black. Toss on some chunky jewelry to transform this dress into a fun & funky look that you can dance the night away in. 

Oh, and always remember that you can never go wrong with a nude heel to make those legs look longer than ever! Our suggestions is to step into some Jeffrey Campbell's- they are the hottest thing right now.

So whether you are dressing to impress or de-stress, follow your Lovers + Friends into a LBD that won't let you down! 

xo -B. 

Spotted: Bleulab Reversible Denim in Granite

Celebrities and fashionistas alike share the common infatuation with Bleulab Reversible Denim. Giuliana Rancic of E News!, Michelle Trachtenberg, and Kourtney Kardashian are just to name a few of the stylish celebrities who can’t seem to get enough of these versatile jeans and leggings.

Moderne features Bleulab Detour Leggings in Granite, a color the petite Kardashian has been caught wearing multiple times. The leggings include back pockets accessible from both sides with a front zipper closure.  

These leggings are perfect for day/casual outings if you sport the faded grey on one side or use the black on the other side, perfect for evening or business-like occasions.

Don’t miss out on these amazing leggings… 

Moderne’s prices are $30 less than other retailers!!!

Remember: Be Moderne, Shop Moderne. 

Catch styling tips, giveaways and more at @modernefashion

xo -T

Tabby's Top 5: Holiday Picks for the Ladies

This Eight Sixty Blush Dress- this versatile dress in dark grey over lay on blush silk is great for all types of holiday parties. Every woman is different- Some prefer to wear a classy just above the knee type of dress while others don’t mind showing off a little more skin then usual. This dress is perfect for all types of women, showing enough leg and neck. It’s built in tie is a great way to accentuate the waist.

This new Eight Sixty “Body Con” Knit Dress with V neck and mini cap sleeves is sexy and elegant. With the edgy exposed back zipper and back cutouts this dress will have everyone doing a double take. This dress is ideal for wearing to both a holiday party and a night out on the town.

My favorite of the five- Designed by Sky this Morena Mini Dress in forest has the same amount of sophistication it does sexiness. While it might be a little short (ladies remember no wear underwear, don’t bust a Brittany) the full long sleeve with ruching along the neck line saves the dress from being TOO sexy. I love my sexy dresses so I personally would wear this to every type of holiday party.

The ultimate holiday skirt! Eight Sixty Sequin Mini is so versatile it can be worn many ways. I’ve even seen ladies all around town wear a sequin skirt during the day to work and at night. Remember it just depends on what you pair the skirt with- a V neck shirt, long sleeve sweater and boots or like the outfit pictured below with a low neck line and heels.

*New Line Alert* Charlie Jade designed Divia Strapless Dress is the definition of thee holiday dress. It’s sweetheart neckline and Ombré shading are perfect compliments to the gathered bodice that leads to the abstract skirt. It even has rubber grip along the top for security. ( No fussiness here!)

SPOTTED: Halle, Minka and Nicky in Fluxus

It's no surprise that one of our fabulous brands Fluxus is a celeb fav!

Check out Halle Berry rockin' the Fringe Scarf! Looking like layered perfection, this actress strolled the streets of LA in nothing short of top style! This is a MUST have item for fall and winter!

Minka Kelly is the Selavy Top. This super cute top is slimming & perfect for those pounds we rack up during holiday dinners!

Nicky Hilton makes the ultra-versatile Funk Top look like an effortless Fashion A+. Wear it up or down, use it as a key layering piece, or wear it alone....ahh the possibilities are endless!

Shop happy. Shop Moderne!

October TOP 5: 4 for the ladies, 1 for the guys

Gotta celebrate October with a little orange and black.

4 ladies styles but don't worry- there is a men's item in the mix for the gents.

Here's the lowdown:

#1:

Wildfox Couture We love to boo gie
I mean, does it get any more October?

#2

Eight Sixty- Faux Fur Vest

Ok, not the best outfit, but the cutest vest and it's super soft.

Don't worry- it's faux fur so no one has to get angry.

Styling Tip: Super easy to throw over a casual dress, layer with Carol Marie necklaces, some flat military style boots and you are set for a casual day in the city.

Dress it up at night with a chic top, skinny jeans, leggings, skirt and tights ... and pair with your kiiller heels, booties, boots.

#3

Just A Cheap Shirt- Mens Orange / Turq Woven

See guys, we haven't forgotten about you. This is a great color blend, very fall esque.

LOVES IT.

#4

Mink Pink- Hells Angels Moto Leggings

Ok, obvi not the whole legging but check out the detail. Super chic and edgy, so much hotter than your regular leggings.

Wear this day or night.

#5 LAST BUT NOT LEAST:

Fluxus- Funk Top

Ok, seriously this is a celebrity style staple.

Chrarlize Theron, Ashley Greene, Dakota Fanning, Nicky Hilton - just to name a few. It's so easy to wear and throw on with jeans or even go super casual with yoga pants / leggings.

Something comfy for everyday.

There you have it. Moderne's OCTOBER Top 5.

What do you think?