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Strictly Business: The Red Suit

050316_dyandra_2050316_dyandra_69050316_dyandra_81050316_dyandra_67050316_dyandra_8Suit: ASOS |
Tank: H&M |
Sandals: ZARA

If you haven’t noticed, monochromatic colors are very much in style this season.

So, you speak of these monochromatic colors, but what the heck does that even mean? As mentioned in a previous post, monochromatic colors fall within the same hue, tint, or shade. Just imagine a solid a top and shorts set, all from the same color family. Sounds cute, right?

Well, if you don’t believe us, check out this week’s featured outfit.

Today, Dyandra Raye is giving us life in her red suit. Worn casually or dressed up with a pair of heels, this suit is ideal for spring.

According to Dyandra Raye, “The length of this blazer is great for multiple wears. You can wear it open for a more casual look or button up for a dressier occasion. I layered a white tank underneath to create a Spring appropriate look. A black layering piece will work perfectly for a night look!”

Overall, we love this loos! With such a vibrant color scheme, Dyandra looks straight out of a magazine.

So, how do you feel about this particular look? Feel free to share with us in the comments section below.

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Strictly Business: Graduation

post_jade1_051616_01post_jade1_051616_04post_jade1_051616_03post_jade1_051616_02post_jade1_051616_05Dress: Lulus |
Heels: Barefoot Shoes

Since graduation is a very important day for most students, you want to find a dress that looks great under a cap and gown.

For this post, our friend Jade decided to show off her fitted, white dress. Purchased straight from Lulus, this dress is a combination of sexy and chic, all at the same time. The heart shape top shows enough cleavage, but not too much for Grandma’s eyes.

So, how do you feel about this particular look? Feel free to share with us in the comments section below.

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Strictly Business: The Navy Suit

post_dangelo1_040516_01post_dangelo1_040516_02post_dangelo1_040516_03post_dangelo1_040516_04post_dangelo1_040516_05Suit: H&M | Shirt: Hugo Bass |
Tie: Next UK | Shoes: Giorgio Brutini

In terms of fashion and personal style, it’s important to invest in versatile pieces that you can wear year round. Take, for instance, the navy suit. Considered a uniform for the every day American male, the navy suit holds the key to the essential wardrobe.

Today, our friend D’Angelo shows  us how to style a navy suit the right way. He paired a navy suit jacket with matching slim fit pants, and white button-up. To finish off his look, he chose brown, double strap, monk shoes.

Remember, when choosing shoes for navy looks, lighter colored shoes are usually your best option. To add that extra pop, he chose a light colored yellow tie(spring time feels) and flowered lapel.

So, how do you feel about this particular look? Feel free to share with us in the comments section below.

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Strictly Business: The Khaki Suit

post_alex1_032616_01post_alex1_032616_02post_alex1_032616_03post_alex1_032616_04post_alex1_032616_05Suit, Shirt, Belt, Loafers, Pocket Square: J.Crew |
Shades: Ray-Ban Club Masters |
Lapel Pin and Ring: Harrison Black Accessories |
Watch and Band: Daniel Wellington

Looking for a way to enhance your spring wardrobe? A tan or khaki suit is the perfect option, especially since they can be worn with almost any color or print. Imagine styling your suit with a light colored gingham button down and pastel knit tie with floral accessories. Sounds like a great look, right?

Just in case you are still looking for another option, Alex drops by UnregisteredStyle to show off his khaki suit.

Like most khaki suits, this one is very weather appropriate. Alex agrees and had this to say, “The key to pulling off a full suit as temperatures rise is to go with lighter fabrics, like the chino seen here, and unlined jackets to let you breath a bit. To keep yourself cool as things heat up and you’re more incline to take lunch outdoors, ditch the socks and keep your ankles lotioned for some extra ventilation as well.”

In addition, Alex used a few accessories for a little flare. He states, “With the suit and its slim cut being a statement in itself, I used accessories to add a little more flair. Going for contrasting patterns in the same complementary color family in the pocket square and belt work well. Also, the red of the lapel pin complements the pink of the oxford and ties it all together with the watch band.”

We at the UnregisteredStyle endorse this look. Great job Alex!

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