Men’s Fashion: Stylish Polka Dots

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Look stylish and trendy in this season’s polka dot looks.  Whether it be in a head to toe look, or wearing a polka dot shirt, pocket square or tie this trend sets you off in style.  Wear varying sizes of polka dots in a look to make a stylish statement, think small polka dot shirt with large polka dot tie … Read More

BLACK & WHITE PRINTS = CHIC ALL OVER

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Look crisp and modern in Black & White this summer.  Pair the two neutrals together in a fresh new way by wearing an all white or all black outfit and pair it with the opposite color handbag, sunglasses, and heels.  Black and White Prints are a hot trend to try.  Jacquard prints, aztec, and ikat prints are the summer’s hottest … Read More

REV UP YOUR RESORT WEAR

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Who doesn’t want to look fabulous on their next vacation?  From your wrap to your bathing suit, look stunning in what you put on.  While cut-outs and mesh have been trending in dresses, why not try it in in a one-piece bathing suit.  This oozes sex appeal and shows a little skin in a daring but not over-the-top way. Cut-Outs … Read More

Men’s Casual Cool Summertime Looks

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Whether you are a shorts guy or tread in pants beat the heat in this summer’s stylish looks.  Dress up shorts by pairing with a linen or blended fabric button down shirt.  Add a zippered cardigan or a light v-neck sweater.  Leather flip flops or drivers and cool shades finish off your look. Look trendy and cool by wearing lightweight … Read More

Lights, Camera, Action…The Politics of Fashion

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June 3, 2014 Svelte, LLC debuted The Politics of Fashion: D.C. Unboxed.  Elaine Mensah, of Svelte, LLC began work on this film in 2012 and includes an ensemble cast from designers, media, photographers, PR, stylists, and more discussing the DC fashion industry, how the DC fashion marketplace is changing, areas of growth, and a look at DC’s retail and fashion … Read More

Re-Energize Your Wardrobe with Bold Accessories

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Incorporating bold colors into your wardrobe doesn’t have to end with dresses, pants, skirts, shorts or tees. Go all-the-way and fuse vibrant patterns or colors into your footwear. Pairing your little black dress with a shoe in cobalt blue, canary yellow, emerald green or hot pink, adds an instant punch of pizzazz without being overdone.   Bold colored footwear amps up … Read More