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What to wear with booties

Thanks to a blog reader, Sherri, for asking me to post “what to wear with the bootie trend” that I highlighted last week. Great question! Here are some suggestions of several different ways to sport booties late summer into fall…

1. A shirtdress (pictured shirtdress by Elizabeth and James). Wear booties barelegged with this dress during warm months and add a pair of opaque or patterned tights for Fall.

2. A ruffled, floral feminine dress (pictured by Fire/Nordstrom Juniors). This is a great way to incorporate booties into your summer wardrobe. Just throw on a denim jacket for a cute transitional Fall look.

3. Cropped or cuffed pants with a tee, jacket, or cardi. I saw a pair of military-styled cargo pants cuffed with booties in Lucky Magazine and loved the look. Below is a pic of a similar look featured on Anthropologie.com. Since the military look is a huge trend for fall, this is a great way to blend western booties into a military motif!

4. Cropped or cuffed jeans. Of course, a straight or skinny leg jean is going to look best cuffed! Throw on booties with a pair of fitted jeans, a long tee and a statement necklace for a laid-back, funky look.

These Citizens are currently my favorite straight-legs. They look great cuffed!

5. An above-the-knee skirt. Any casual or whimsical skirt, including denim, cargo or floral-printed, should pair well with booties. The thing to love about skirts is that most styles and patterns can be worn year-round simply by adding tights.

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com

Stella & Dot Summer Sample Sale!!

Exciting news! I’m selling some of my Stella & Dot jewelry samples to make room for the new Fall Collection! Unless noted, these samples are in near-perfect condition and don’t show signs of wear. Most items are discounted by 50% and some ever greater! This is a great time to shop early for Christmas gifts or to stock your gift closet!

Items are available on a first come, first serve basis and do not come with any kind of replacement warranty (unlike typical Stella & Dot purchases). Email me at lauren@editbylauren.com to claim any of these pieces. I can ship nationally for a small shipping charge and accept payment via check or credit card via Paypal.

The Cortez Bib Necklace (Originally $148) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $59 **SOLD!

The Kelly Cuff in Red/Ivory (Originally $89), SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $44.50.

Jardin Ring (Originally $44), SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $22 **SOLD!!

Devi Bangles, Gold, set of 3 (brand new, never worn) (Originally $79) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $55

Grace Pearl Bauble Bracelet (Originally $89) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $59 **SOLD!!

Boca Bee Necklace (Originally $98) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $49 **SOLD!!

Cortez Cuff (Originally $118) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $48

Adele Cuff, Gold (Originally $69) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $34 **SOLD!!

Cypress Bangle (Originally $39) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $19.50

Stone Wrapped Hoop Earring (Originally $69) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $34.50

Lily Flower Ring (adjustable ring is slightly bent but fits on finger, flower looks fine) (Originally $44) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $18

Olivia Mixed Charms (Originally $34) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $12

Saveena Flower Ring (one small clear stone is missing…not obvious) (Originally $49) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $20 ** SOLD!!

Garden Party Chandelier Earrings, Ivory (these earrings have never been worn, one “circle” on one side lays a bit loose, but not very obvious) (Originally $54) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $20 **SOLD!!

Signature Clover Necklace (Originally $59) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $41

Vintage Link Bracelet (shows some wear) (Originally $79) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $39

Selma Brooch Cuff (Originally $138) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $69

Gilda Hoop Earrings, Silver (Originally $44) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $22 ** SOLD!!

Flower Brooch in Ivory (same as pink that is pictured, but in ivory and shows slight wear) (Originally $39) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $19

La Coco Brooch (clips onto any necklace or can be worn as a brooch) (Originally $39) SAMPLE SALE:: $19

Lulu Vintage Glass Necklace with Velvet Ribbon Tie (Originally $198) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $98

Delilah Necklace, made of semi-precious amazonite and new jade with glass and resin. (Originally $278) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $199

Selma Brooch Cuff (Originally $138) SAMPLE SALE PRICE:: $79

Free Fall Accessories!!

Want free jewelry to spruce up your Fall Wardrobe? It’s SO easy to transform an ordinary jeans, top and heels (or flats) outfit into a spectacular ensemble with one statement piece of jewelry! It’s never been easier to get free accessories!

Stella & Dot, Edit by Lauren’s exclusive jewelry line, is giving away an additional $50 in free jewelry to each and every hostess who hosts a trunk show between now and August 31st. A trunk show can be held at your home, office or even virtually, for friends and family around the country. Invites are provided. All you have to do is come up with the locale and the guest list. There are certainly no cheesy presentations (for that matter, no presentations whatsoever)…simply a private boutique shopping experience brought to you and your friends.

I’m hoping to host at least one more show in July, on either Thursday the 29th, Friday the 30th or Saturday the 31st and am offering another $50 extra in free jewelry to a hostess willing to plan a last minute show this week! That means a whopping $100 in extra free jewelry, in addition to the already generous hostess rewards. Email me at lauren@editbylauren.com if you are interested in booking a date for either July or August and racking up on fabulous Fall accessories!!

For more info on how the hostess rewards work, click here.

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com

Western Booties

Short, sleek and ultra-chic, what’s not to love about Western Booties?! Booties look fab worn bare-legged with shorts and skirts, cropped pants or over tights in the cool-weather months. Most booties have a comfortable, low heel for all-day wear. In my book, a western-styled bootie is a must-have for this Fall…and is something you can begin to wear now during the late summer months.

Blowfish Whence Western Bootie, $69.95.

Coconuts Pecos Suede Cowgirl Boot, $99.94.

Lucky Brand Studded Western Bootie, $169.

Frye “Billy” Short Boot, $159.90.

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com

What a great dress!

The Silk Jacquard “Nava” Dress by Hype, featured in Lucky Magazine this month, looks oh-so-flattering! In fact, Lucky features the dress as one that can “disguise your butt” due to a slightly longer back hem.

I love the back tie of the dress, too! This is the ideal style dress for transitioning from late summer into fall by going from bare legs with wedges to tights and boots.

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com

Bra-llelujah!

I don’t know where I’ve been, but I honestly had no idea Spanx made bras until shopping the Nordstrom Pre-Sale last week! Two ladies I was shopping with told me that the SPANX Bra-llelujah! Bra is heaven-sent. The bra is designed for supreme comfort and to eliminate back-fat and strap-digging into shoulders. Hallelujah, right?! If for some crazy reason you are like me and haven’t heard about or tried this bra, I encourage you to do so. And now is the perfect time, since the Bra-llelujah! is currently on Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale for under $40.

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com

Planet Blue Sale {up to 75% off!}

Planet Blue is a California-based boutique with a fabulous online shop! The website carries brands such as Robert Rodriguez, Adriana Goldschmied, Cynthia Vincent, Alice + Olivia, Rebecca Taylor and Splendid. Planet Blue is currently offering up to 75% off select merchandise!

Here are a few examples of the amazing markdowns::

Ella Moss Flare Sleeve Dress, discounted from $170 to $42.50!

Kettle Black Plaid Pirate Dress, discounted from $140 to $70.

Ella Moss Ikat Top, discounted from $165 to $82.50.

Stylishly yours, Angela

Stella & Dot’s Fall/Winter Line Launches Today!

The much-anticipated Fall/Winter 2010 Stella & Dot Jewelry Collection launches today and is available for order! I’m in San Fransisco viewing the line in person this week and am OBSESSED! I know you will be, too. I’ll blog about my favorite pieces when I return, but for now, view the entire new collection online here. You’ve got to check it out!!

I’m offering a 10% discount on any purchase from the new Fall collection today through end of the month (July 31st). To receive the discount, please email me your order at lauren@editbylauren since I’ll need to input the discount and order personally.

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com

The Perfect Summer Clutch

This summer, the air is heavy and hot, leaving me searching for cooler options to add to my wardrobe. With temperatures rising near the triple digits, the thought of having less to carry is refreshing and welcome. For this reason, I’ve been dazzled by clutch purses, such a feminine, “less is more” look. What do you think about these beauties?

The Orange S Clutch by Sandra Roberts, $39.

The J.Crew Floral Fantasma Clutch, $128.

The Tory Burch Logo Wristlet, $155.

The Charming Composite Clutch, $68.

Stylishly yours, Angela

A Tory-Twin

I met a girlfriend for a lunch and shopping date a few days ago and gushed about how much I loved her top. Though I didn’t say it, I was positive her tunic-top was a Tory Burch. No question. While shopping, several strangers asked if her shirt was a TB. Nope…we were WRONG! Later on in our conversation, my friend casually mentioned her super-cute top is from Target! This must-have tunic by Merona (and only $26.99!) won’t be around for long…so hurry into your local Target or shop online ASAP!

Stylishly yours, Lauren www.editbylauren.com