Nordstrom Summer Fashions

We're Baaaaack!!! (Once again!)

And it's time to discuss this Summer's Fashions!

We made a trip to Nordstrom this time around.

Here we have an oversized cropped poncho-top with bat wings for sleeves. The stripes are a little too bold for such a baggy-saggy short top. The shorts are a 'little' on the short side as well.

Here we have another saggy and unflattering tank top shirt thing. It even comes with pockets that are located in an unusual place. (10 points if you can find the pockets!)

Hey look! Another baggy shirt with huge sleeves! I guess you can say baggy and cropped shirts are in this summer...yuck! Only a handful of women could barely make this shirt look semi-chic.

Finally a shirt that is NOT saggy, baggy, cropped, or has bat wings for sleeves!! The only problem with this tank top is the fringe. I guess one could wear this if they were going to a rodeo or if they were going out for a ride on their bad-to-the-bone Harley Davidson, especially if they want to see their fringe/tassles blowing in the wind.

Ah yes. The joys of what you find on the clearance racks. This wrap sweater-vest shress (shirt dress) is truly one-of-a-kind; from the dull gray color to it's awkward length. It looks more like a snuggy gone wrong.

This sweater was probably one of the better finds. The only problem you ask? Look how it gets shorter in the front. Why not just have it be a normal sweater that is all one length? People these days trying to re-invent the sweater, my goodness!

We're Back!!!

Long time, no see! We are back in business - the fashion business that is. We took a special trip today in search of some freak and some chic clothing examples that will make your jaw drop in horror and in awe.

We'll start with some chic examples. This shirt is a winner! This dark blue color complements my dark hair and eyes. Modest is hottest, and this shirt has class. The sleeves are long enough and it looks great with a white cami underneath. You can certainly try other colors too, be creative! With a tie in the back, and you'll be looking slim and fine.

This coat - although it matches her shoes PERFECTLY - is a NO and let me tell you why. The shoulders are too wide and the bottom hem flares out too much. Sad, I know. Cute patter, but it needs to fit your body type.

This white shirt, fits great and has a great ruffel up top. But its not a winner because it is too long. AKA: Shress. Way Too Long. Every girl needs a good white shirt in their wardrobe though. Its a must.

If this shirt was shorter, and the coat slimmer, then they would both be chic.

But they're not. :(

Feminine bowtie?

I think not.

Mandarine collars are cute, but a tie attached? Really?

The scrunch bottom is cute too. Sometimes.

Bootylishous.

That is all.

Where to begin?

If you're looking to go back to the 90's, this jacket is a keeper.

And if you want to go back even further, these tidye-wanna-be pants would be the fad in the 60's.

Groovy baby, ya!

But just leave them in the on the shelf. And don't look back.

Leave the past where it belongs.

These bad boys are another story.

You can't go wrong with a pastels pink, or- as we like to put it- 'badazels' on the pockets to draw in the eye.

Not.

The shirt is cute though.

Are you serious?

If you feel like singing 'La cucaracha' while wearing any item of clothing, PLEASE put it back.

Trust me.

Matching!!

:)

Awww.

Too short?

Too bad.

Remember what I said about time travel?

80's counts too.

This pink stripped black dress is a nope.

Awww.

We were so bumbed that this dress was too short!! :(

Ya. I'm cool.

Not so cool actually.

It has to zip up.

No exceptions.

Enough said.

This is her wild side!

It has pockets!!!!

Park City Fasion

It all started with a three day weekend, two fashion experts, and one trip to Park City.

It was a three day weekend, and these two fashion experts decided to head up to Park City in search of some fashion do's and don'ts

Snowy Monday morning after an interesting breakfast, we were off on another adventure.

This little number is an obvious and big no. Even though this two piece business skirt and jacket are matching, it's too much of a plain, neutual, (and ugly) color to be flattering even when paired with a colorful shirt, shoe, or jewelry.

Not to mention the sleeves are hidious.

Here we are again in the dressing rooms of one of our favorite stores.

But do not be decieved, no store is perfect.

Although the color and shape of this navy blue pencil skirt is a find, it is much too short to be a keeper.

Remember; moddest is hottest.

Similar to the skirt above, this dress is on the short side.

We love the pattern, color, and overall fit of the dress,

but modesty is a must, so this dress is a no.

Our next stop was at our favorite place to try on and critque footwear.

We love shoes!
However there are many things to consider when shoe shopping, and style is a big one.

We have noticed that sandles are big an popular these days but let us give you a few tips about them:

The shoe above is an example of a gladiator sandle, and therefore unexeptable.

Sandles that have to wrap around your ankle, have excess buckels that take more time than necssary to stap on, or look like something Nephi would wear, are not for you.

We do approve of sandles in general, however this particular pair is of the devil.

Flats are usually a good choice. They are easy to slip on, usually cute, and fun to pair with any outfit; casual or dressy.

These flats are fun and come in different colors to choose from.

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"What Not to Wear"

Here we meet again on another adventure in the land of the great and spacious Sandy. Sandy is a shoppers paradise with a splendid mall with oh so many stores to choose from. Just across the street from the mall you will find a DSW shoe store AND a Nordstrom Rack. (Jackpot!!)

We felt that we needed to be more informative about what NOT to wear. So this time instead of finding people wearing unfashionable clothing, we found our own not-so-chic outfits and decided to model them ourselves.

Here we have a shirt that looks like it was made for a 6 year old girl going to a tea party. The pioneer pattern is really not helping either. It has a rather awkward length...is it supposed to be a dress? a shirt? oh wait, maybe it's a Shress! (shirt dress) Also those sleeves...yikes..not flattering.

Floral print + tube top = disaster. Well it looks more like a tube dress...all you need is some "stretchy pants" to wear underneath. Mmm Sexy...or not. Tube tops were never flattering on anyone. Plus, sometimes you wonder how they even stay on..

Can you say bedazzled?? We often wonder why a lady in her 20's..or 30's..or even 40's would want bedazzled jeans? It's not very age appropriate. Maybe if you were 12 and wanted to re-live the days of when you were in middle school.

Ah yes, the paint-splattered skinny jeans. Very classy. You also can't go wrong with a nice pink top with an overload of fringe. Kinda looks like a lamp shade from the 70's.

*GASP* My epidermis is showing!!!

Uneccessary holes in the sleeves of a shirt is...well...uneccessary. Also bold prints on tops can be a tad excessive and it draws attention away from your beautiful face because people are too busy wondering why you even bought that shirt in the first place.

Sit back, relax, and grab a bag of popcorn because Suzanne will show you why this sweater/jacket thing is never to be bought or worn!

*It all began with a trip to the SLC library on a sunny January afternoon. We took the Trax over to the library and while looking out the dirty trax windows we noticed that Salt Lake is full of very unfashionable people. In this blog entry we will be critiquing a few photos from our journey.* (Note: Photos were taken by Suzanne. Blog entry by Aubrey)

To be truly considered a gangster, one must wear a bandana, have dyed hair, piercings, and the most important item: a glamorous greenish colored fannypack. Stylish? No. Gangsteriffic? Yes.

We all know that feeling (especially if you're a lady) that if you walk by a construction site, the workers will give ya a little catcall or a whistle. Well this construction worker got a few catcalls from us. From his stylish hardhat to his snuggly warm red jacket all the way down to his matching red lunchbox, we gave this man 3.5 stars...for effort.

Here we have a group just chillin' like villains. Notice the thuggin' hoodie? Well, we zoomed in on his hoodie only to find gangster hot diggity dawgz (aka dogs) all over the hoodie. Wow. And how old are you again? P.S. Nice neon orange earrings lady...so chic!

From Freak to Chic

Welcome Readers!

We know that the only reason you're looking at this blog is because you want to go from being a freak to looking oh so chic!!!

We're here to give expert fashion advice and counseling. (Refer to our advice column)

We're just getting started, so check back often.

Until next time,

SM & AA