Kelly Connor's (The Vogue Fashion Assistant) Look For Less!

          Kelly Connor was featured last month in Vogue's "5 days 5 looks, 1 girl section", her style was modern, stylish yet feminine, her sister says"Kelly is one of the best-dressed women I've ever known, and I'm not just saying that because she's my sister. She is a style inspiration for not only myself, but for everyone she encounters as well. You could take Kelly to WalMart and she'd emerge looking chic as hell, this young woman knows her stuff!" to which we totally agree. Here is a link for all those who covet her first day look to give you a classic fashionable look for lesser price(As we all can't afford VACCA).

              First of all I would like to start with her shirt, mostly we all avoid yellow color but I think yellow color gives a radiance to your face. Indeed, its fashionable but when worn in a right way.She says about her outfit:"Today, I was feeling primary colors! The sun is shining, and so my winter rut of wearing black with black has come to an end at last. Now I’m at the opposite end of the spectrum!  My shirt is Jil Sander, and my army pants are Band of Outsiders. The ikat jacket is from VACCA and made of antique hand-woven silk that was naturally dyed in Uzbekistan. And, while flats always tempt me, I decided to put on these Steve Madden wedges to give my super-slouchy outfit a little oomph."

 This jacket is from Cold Water Creek.From blazer lines and an offbeat ikat print comes an exciting, new look. With a shapely, more defined silhouette, this cotton jacket is unexpectedly accented with a soft twist of fabric from notched lapels to hem for a bit of flair. Slit cuffs to turn back and patch pockets. Bound seams inside. Machine wash. Imported. $59
http://tinyurl.com/4y2xy5d

Breezy buttoned shirt with buttoned chest pockets and a tab at the sleeve for easy rollin'; in a range of washed-soft solid shades.$39 at Urban Outfitters.
http://tinyurl.com/42oycey

               A khaki cargo goes well in the beach to a casual party but the way Kelly has mixed the formal shirt and the silk coat with a simple cargo is simply marvelous. I have become a big fan of her.These cargos are available widely. But the most easy thing to do is to just borrow your boyfriend's cargo  and the belt just the way Kelly did, she tells:"This handmade ostrich Domenico Vacca belt is my boyfriend’s, but I think I’ve earned ownership rights since I wear it more frequently than he does. Then again, we share a lot of things in our closet. He even wants to wear these army pants, which makes me wonder if I’ve taken the slouchy-chic thing a little too far. . . . I am also wearing my favorite vintage tortoiseshell cuff bracelet."

Victoria's secret cargo pant with drawstring waist, zip and button closure, two front flap pockets with faux buttons, two back patch pockets and two side cargo pockets. $39.50
http://tinyurl.com/3rmqrju

Dream up some amazing looks with this woven mixed metal bracelet. Wide antique finish band. Light to medium weight.
$6.80 @ Forever21
http://tinyurl.com/3uv65a5

              
               Kelly says"I love the color of this Fendi bag! It’s the perfect size—somehow it manages to look ladylike while still holding way more of my stuff than one would think possible (there’s even room for a backup pair of flats for when my dogs start barking). "

http://tinyurl.com/3jwxo93
$79
I love this shoulder bag from Zara, its leather, stylish and I am sure if you buy it you will never regret!

Turn some heads in these fashion forward shoes! Leatherette shoes that feature an open toe and a basketweave front. Buckled strappy body. Closed heel with small zipper placket. Stacked cone heel. Fully lined. Padded insole. Textured outsole. Only $25.80 at Forever21 http://tinyurl.com/3jejcg7

Turn some heads in these fashion forward shoes! Leatherette shoes that feature an open toe and a basketweave front. Buckled strappy body. Closed heel with small zipper placket. Stacked cone heel. Fully lined. Padded insole. Textured outsole. Only $25.80 at Forever21
http://tinyurl.com/3jejcg7

             For shoes any brown booties or sandals will go with the outfit, remember if you are wearing them to office they should be as simple as possible. I hope you will find these links useful. Also check out Top 5 Denim dresses for the Spring at our Facebook Official Fan Page at http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Style-Hymn/111716918905520

Life is a fairy tale!

          Who knew that Kate Middleton will become Duchess of Cambridge one day! No one can judge what we are worth of, time alone can decide. The thing which is really meaningful is what we want to be. As quoted by James Dean  "Dream as if you will live forever,live as if you will die today",  life indeed is meaningful and every dream, little or big, is worth pursuing! In the honor of the royal wedding, treat yourself this week as a princess! Pamper yourself this week!! This post is dedicated to all the dreamers who are working hard to make their dreams come true! Here are a few quick tips to change your look to a royal one! Presenting the three key element to a royal look:
    
           I always seemed to love the pearls, the elegance they embody is just remarkable! Pearls are never out of fashion. If you have pearls don't hesitate to wear them. You don't need to think even twice to put them on. Be it Sarah Jessica Parker in a sleek pearl necklace or Rihanna in pearls extravaganza, pearls are season less royal treat. From $20 to lacs, these pearls are easily available because of their popular demand.

Sarah Jessica Parker in Pearls(Sex & the City)

White necklace is a very traditional and classic piece,but pearl necklaces are now available in other colors and sizes as well.Necklaces made from freshwater pearls are of very good quality and affordable too. 

Get this necklace from here:
http://www.made-in-china.com/showroom/chrisszhang/product-detailboPEYzTUqgVh/China-Rice-Pearl-Necklace-2011-.html

Rihanna at the premiere of Inglorious Bastards

            The second key element to the royalty is a well crafted hat. The mother of fashion Coco Chanel, while living with Balsan began designing hats as a hobby, which soon became a deeper interest of hers.. It may be worn for protection against the elements, for ceremonial or religious reasons, for safety, or as a fashion accesory. In the past, hats were an indicator of social status. Philip Treacy OBE is an award-winning Irish milliner who designs hats for the most important designers in the world and for such women as Sarah Jessica Parker and Lady Gaga. The hat may be of several different styles. The royal guests wore breathtaking pieces on the wedding. Here are few  hats I loved in the market recently! Wear a cloche with a floral dress or a derby hat with a dramatic blouse and pants. You will look out of the world. For a garden party or a simple walk to the college campus, carry a cloche or hat of your choice to go with your favorite outfits.

Beautiful Derby hat from whbm.com

The most stylish hats in the wedding

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wearing an exquisite piece 

A victorian style hat only $50 

       

                A princess must walk in comfortable and most charming shoes! Pumps are ideal, I recommend a pair of black pumps  for every closet. Though the color punch trend can also be taken in consideration, yellow or red, every color looks beautiful and trendy. Jewelled pumps and sandals look great with any kind of evening dress. 

Anne Hathaway's Shoes 2011

             

Beautiful shoes from Jovani ($ 60 only)

Colin Stuart Pumps at VS

                         

                       These three essentials for your royal look are easy to get and not very expensive. So, live your dreams, love yourself! Remember, Dreams are like stars....you may never touch them but if you follow them they will lead you to your destiny.