Who doesn’t love an outfit that you don’t even have to think about putting together? Well, that’s why matching sets, whether for a casual loungewear look, date night, or teacher outfit, are the biggest trend this coming fall. Matching sets don’t have to just include sleepwear, especially when a more utilitarian & minimalist 90s aesthetic is dominating retailers. Take a look at the matching sets below!
I love the inclusivity of both styles, especially with different skirt lengths, but I’m really impressed with the ease of taking these from day to night as well. For either look, the pieces can be coordinated with other wardrobe staples, such as a knotted graphic tee, button-down shirt, or light wash jeans. Not to mention that the shoe possibilities are endless with loafers, mules, sneakers, or ankle boots.
Once the weather transitions from hot & muggy to cool & crisp, it’ll be time to break out the outerwear options. Fall fashions are in full force right now & there are so many cute & affordable options to freshen up last year’s fall wardrobe & top off your look in style.
I love the ease of this jacket, which looks like a sweat jacket with a belted blazer silhouette. It’s perfect for casual Fridays or a teacher outfit with a button-down or blouse & jeans or topping a peasant dress & cowboy boots to transition into the next season. While I love the olive hue, I do have my eye on the versatility of the black jacket.
I’m constantly torn over blogging about summer or fall fashion since there’s so much of both right now that is on sale & brand new, but a frequent question I get from friends & followers is how to build a capsule wardrobe. While this post isn’t going into great detail about the specifics of that, the best piece of advice I always give is to find pieces that you can wear multiple seasons & that layer well for a variety of occasion.
There is so much possibility with this top as the satin texture instantly dresses up any pair of jeans & slides, linen shorts & wedges, or peasant skirt & sneakers, but it can also be made even more sophisticated with a pencil skirt & stilettos, plaid trousers & ankle boots, or faux leather leggings & sneakers. This top is ideal for a professional look, a holiday dinner, happy hour, or date night. Keep an eye out for upcoming back-to-school deals from Old Navy to get a discount on this top that’ll be sure to rotate frequently in your wardrobe!
So a pair of high heels may not be on every Style Darling’s holiday wishlist & it’s nearly impossible to buy someone else high heels as a surprise—unless you’ve received a specific request, you know their style & size to a tee, or you’re a stylist who can read people’s style needs easily. However, for the rest of us, some high heels remain a dream & that’s fine. That’s not to say that I’ve hung up my high heel collection & passion, but we’re taking a break in the name of happy arches & comfortable days at work. With that… a little sparkle, plaid, & velvet perks my feet right up for holiday footwear!
SHOP:Liv pump in red plaid (on sale: 59.46, available in sizes 6-12), Liv pump in purple metallic (on sale: $62.96, available in sizes 6-12), & Lyla pump in teal green & purple (on sale: $55.96, available in sizes 6-12) @New York & Company. Check site & emails frequently for coupon codes!
I love the idea of pairing the plaid with a sweater dress & faux fur vest. Likewise, the metallic option can amp up a little black dress & statement necklace; whereas, the velvet styles with the blingy bow offset faux leather leggings & a tunic sweater or sheath dress & drop earrings for your next holiday gathering!
I don’t normally promote juniors department clothing, but when I see something all over Instagram, I have to investigate to find out more! Specifically, I mean the No Boundaries scoop neck top with floral bell sleeves in brilliant red, black soot, hunter green, & winter white @Walmart ($17.98, available in sizes XS-3X).
If you search #walmartfashion on the ‘Gram, you’ll see what I mean; however, I love the sleeve detail, especially in green! This top can be worn in so many ways this season, including with a sequin midi skirt, plaid trousers, faux leather leggings, winter white corduroys, or velvet joggers. Take your pick of jeweled ballet flats, embellished evening sandals, velvet pointy toe pumps, or suede ankle boots & your outfit is set!
Just because summer is almost over, that doesn’t mean the fun has to end. This summer’s best empowering dance anthems are still hot, so grab that playlist & get moving! Particularly, one pop artist whose star meter keeps rising is three-time Grammy winner Dua Lipa, who celebrates her 27th birthday today.
Her past & present smash hits, including “Sweetest Pie” with Megan Thee Stallion, “Levitating” featuring Da Baby (my favorite!), “New Rules, “Don’t Start Now,” & “Break My Heart,” are just some of the British singer’s best jams that prove her vocal range, lyrical versatility, musical relevance, & staying power as a compelling & feel-good pop artist.
Additionally, the music videos for these songs, & more, recall the TRL days of over-the-top choreography, fashionably playful costumes, & futuristic plot twists, making them major style inspiration sources from the club girl inside us all dying to shake things up.
So…what’s your favorite Dua Lipa song & video? Turn up the volume & watch the 10 stylish music videos below to get your week started!
Just as fruit prints & tropical patterns are signature to summer, houndstooth is a symbol of fall as fashion transitions from the lightweight to the heavier layers. In fact, wearing houndstooth is one of my favorite ways to greet the fall, no matter the color combination, although black & white is the more traditional route. I love a modern take on houndstooth with varying sizes, styles, & colors; particularly, the new Check It Out collection @New York & Company. The black houndstooth that we all love to wear with more subdued solids is brightened with more than white as we see bright yellows, kelly green, & even magenta to experiment with this fashion forward menswear-inspired print. I’ve selected a few tops, bottoms, & shoes that are my favorites to recommend anyone who dares to be bold with this striking pattern.
First, I love the combination of houndstooth on these tops with the details over a trimmed neckline, neck-tie bow, & solid collar, which are perfect to match with a pencil skirt & pumps, joggers & ankle boots, or jeans & ballet flats.
Next, houndstooth certainly makes a style statement on the lower half, especially when coordinating with a pullover sweater & layered necklaces, classic tee & statement necklace, or pleated cami & tailored blazer.
Playing up houndstooth in your footwear evokes confidence & tons of personality, especially when adding that wow factor to a pinstripe suit & button-down shirt or sweater dress & choker.
As we’re headed into mid-August & all the back-to-school merchandise is out in stores, it’s an exciting time to get thinking about fall fashion & how to transition favorite summer pieces into the next season. Particularly, when starting the new school year, having versatile, stylish pieces that are also comfortable–bonus!–makes the getting ready process easier & more exciting.
For example, Walmart‘s Time & Tru brand strikes again with the printed midi dress with flutter sleeves($19.98) available in sizes XS-XXXL & 4 patterns: green chili, papyrus beige patchwork, sheer salmon, & winter white watercolor ditsy.
Another options includes Time & Tru’s 3/4 sleeve smocked midi dress($24.98), which is also available in sizes XS-XXXL & 4 patterns: rustic red painted peony, black plaid, papyrus beige patchwork, & peach glaze batik leaves.
Of course, any of these dresses would like darling with a pair of neutral slides, a charm bracelet, & some drop earrings for this summer, but the classic & colorful prints match with some signature fall hues, including burgundy, mustard, olive, navy & brown, which is why the following cardigan suggestions are perfect to match up with these dresses for cooler days.
When Adele sings, talks, poses for a photo shoot, & posts on Instagram, the world stops & for good reason! ELLE knows this, which is why the 15-time Grammy winner is featured on the coveted September issue cover in all of her diva glory, beauty, & style. In the article, written by Emma Carmichael & photographed by Mario Sorrenti, Adele discusses the heartbreak behind cancelling her Las Vegas residency, being a mother to her 9-year-old son Angelo, the authenticity of her performances, her continued excitement to share her recent album 30 with audiences, & her relationship with sports agent Rich Paul.
For her show in London earlier this year, Adele recounts the audience’s response to her hit ballad “Someone Like You,” stating, “I wrote that on my own, in my little tiny flat, when I was 21…The fact that they all still remember the words and love the song, it was just incredible.” Also, the singer cherishes & still learns from the early days of her career to keep her grounded, sharing, “I remember writing 19 very, very much, and going from the studio to meet my friends at the pub. I remember getting on the Tube and going to every meeting I had, and I remember going to after-parties of my friends’ little gigs. I remember all of those things, and I remember all of the first times I did something. I remember them even when I’m doing them for the millionth time.”
Oscar-winner & A-lister Jennifer Lawrence celebrates her 32nd birthday today. The actress, & new mom, is a style star on the red carpet, for sure, but the success of her fashion choices is, in part, to her bombshell & edgy hair styles, as well as her gorgeous & flawless beauty looks at a variety of occasions, including major awards shows, film premieres, film festivals, & photo calls. The Kentucky native’s look has changed since her big break in 2010’s Winter’s Bone, especially with long dirty blonde locks, a more dramatic darker mane (like in Silver Lining’s Playbook & The Hunger Games), as well as a layered blonde bob. Additionally, the Mother! actress typically opts for a smoky eye, but often plays up her lips in a dark berry, bright red, or candy pink tone.
During a recent black hole viewing of Instagram stories (I’m not the only one, am I?), I came across a blogger sharing their interpretation for summer-to-fall teacher outfits, including A New Day’s high-rise slim straight pull-on pants @Target ($25.00, available in sizes XS-4X). There are 2 qualities about these pants that I loved right away: 1. They’re pull-on. Ever since I’ve had my daughter, pants with zippers are the enemy & pull-on pants are my loyal subjects! 2. They’re available in 8 neutral, professional colors / patterns.
The variety includes navy (windowpane), black pinstriped, gray (plaid), gray (& black/purple houndstooth), cream, green, brown, & black. So far, I’ve ordered all, except the black because they weren’t available in my size, & I’ve received the navy & gray houndstooth. They’re very comfortable & run true to size. I love the length (being that I’m 5’3″).
For a professional day, they will pair nicely with a blouse-cardigan-ballet flat combination or a short sleeve sweater & statement necklace with mule heels. I’d love to style these pants for more than just work though. When headed somewhere more casual, I can see pairing the solid options with a dolman top & sandals or a printed tee & wedges. As always, the possibilities are endless! Check out some options by A New Day sold @Target below:
Lastly, an outfit isn’t complete without some stylish (& affordable shoes). Target really knows what they’re doing when it comes to products in the line for A New Day as so many neutral pieces can be coordinated, especially with the pants:
SHOP: Millie twin gore slip-on sneakers in green ($14.99, available in sizes 5-12, wide width options, 6 colors), Thea mules in black ($19.99, available in sizes 5-12), Sue heels in blush ($29.99, available in sizes 5-12 & 2 colors), Corinna ballet flats in mahogany ($14.99, available in sizes 5-12, wide width options, 6 colors), Danica platform loafers in off-white ($32.99, available in sizes 5-12, wide width options, 2 colors), & Kiki mules in cognac ($29.99, available in sizes 5-12 & 3 colors).
Singer and actress Olivia Newton-John passed away yesterday at the age of 73. The beloved Australian star had been battling cancer on & off since the early 1990s, but her legacy will continue to brighten the lives & imaginations of audiences forever with her memorable roles as Sandy in Grease & Kira in Xanadu, along with her 26 studio albums. Aside from Olivia’s remarkable stage & big screen talents, she remains one of fashion’s most underrated & timeless icons, especially after such a long career that endured through many decades of fashion risks, frills, & hairstyles!
Whether Olivia was channeling the mod looks of the 60s, bell-bottoms & peasant dresses of the 70s, pastels & sparkle in the 80s, or tailored menswear inspiration, Olivia’s style has inspired even today’s trendsetters & entertainers. Many of Olivia’s past outfits are similar what we see now on stars like Gigi Hadid, Hailee Steinfeld, Drew Barrymore, & Keira Knightley! Take a look at the gallery below at some of Olivia’s most stylish ensembles from the red carpet, photo shoots, film stills, performances, & more:
And… who could ever forget Sandy Olsson’s blonde bob & sweet voice that transforms into Danny Zuko’s bombshell dream in Grease? What about the suggestive, 80s chart-topper “Physical” from the four-time Grammy winner? Enjoy the videos below to relive these classic tunes that cemented Olivia’s superstar status.
If you’re still catching up with the second volume of Stranger Things‘ 4th season, lean in! The anticipation for the 5th & final season is real, especially as star Sadie Sink is stepping more & more into the spotlight both on the Netflix fantasy drama & in other projects. The 20-year-old redhead is the face of FASHION magazine’s September issue, speaking to the article‘s author, Annika Lautens, about her journey to stardom starting out in regional theater in Houston with her brother, along with learning from colleagues, like Taylor Swift & Helen Mirren.
For the feature article’s photo shoot, styled by Karen Clarkson & photographed by Royal Gilbert, the Fear Street star’s feminine side sparkles with lots of pink, lace, regal jewels, & pointy toe pumps, which are a departure from her personal off-screen style that includes baggy jeans, a tee, & a blazer. However, the looks for the shoot derive from designers, such as Miu Miu, Versace, GCDS, Bulgari, Moschino, Gucci, Alaia, & Prada.
As the temperatures rise, the need to stay cool & comfortable is much greater, but when you have places to go, finding a balance between the weather & your style isn’t always easy. However, Academy Award-winning actress Anne Hathaway effortlessly proves otherwise while out & about in New York City this past weekend. Opting for a minimalist cream, loose-fitting shirt & coordinating shorts, the WeCrashed star paired her look with a BarbiecoreValentino crossbody bag (shop here), Bulgari sunglasses (shop similar here), & Dolce & Gabbana sandals to shop & hail a cab.
To make this look your own with alternate pieces on a budget, especially if you want to play up the different muted tones of white, cream, or beige, depending on your style, the options are out there! Additionally, this outfit is so realistic & chic for all body types, which is why I’ve included the options below to wear when running errands, between appointments, or grabbing some coffee with friends:
As summer comes to an end, one upside to look forward to (aside from the pumpkin spice latte craze) is that awards season is just around the corner. This year’s Emmy nominations for the most groundbreaking & entertaining performances on television (networks, cable, & streaming) were announced last month, inciting shock over snubs & much debate about the worthiest of nominees. However, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel star Rachel Brosnahan earns her 5th, & well-deserved Emmy nomination (garnering 1 win in 2018 for the show’s debut season), 4 of which are for her portrayal of the lovable, frustrating, hilarious, & stylish Midge Maisel as a struggling comic & divorcee in the 1950s-60s.
At a recent Emmy FYE event, Rachel was photographed nailing a combination of trends, paying homage to the 90s with wide-leg pants, a crop top, & a peace sign pose (#girlpower). More specifically, the look included a long twill jacket (shop here), orange cropped tank (shop here), & bold parrot-printed jeans (shop here) by designer Loewe. That comes to over $4,000 with the 3 pieces & you can’t really even tell what kind of shoes she’s wearing, but let’s just assume for the fun of it that the $850 matching parrot mules (shop here) by Loewe are hiding underneath the voluminous bottoms.
In true Style Darling Daily fashion, you don’t have the break the bank to revive Rachel’s look in your own way, coordinating similarly shaped & colored separates to hearken back to the 1990s & make this yours. Check out the suggestions below for any combination of colors that appeals to your personal aesthetic:
SHOP:The Drop Blake long blazer @Amazon ($69.00, available in sizes XXS-5X) in black, ivory, rose pink, coffee bean (as well as desert sage, lilac marble, & praline).
SHOP: fitted ultra-cropped rib-knit tank top @Old Navy (on sale: $5.97, available in sizes XS-4X) in white lilies, cosmic rouge, sun worship, Mediterranean Sea (as well as iced peach, cochineal, date palm, watercolor, & dried herb).
Last night, Hollywood was a glow with gray… as in Netflix’s The Gray Man, directed by The Russo Brothers, premiered with all the stars gracing the red carpet in their very best glam for one of the hottest movies of the summer. The film reunites Cuban actress Ana de Armas with her Knives Out costar, Chris Evans, in a casual chic navy suit, and Bladerunner2049 lead, Ryan Gosling, Ken-ning it up in a mint & white, answering questions about the film’s stunts & his preparation for the upcoming Barbie movie with Margot Robbie.
However, Ana stole the spotlight in a shimmering Louis Vuitton Cruise 2023 gown, especially with all the buzz surrounding her upcoming portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in the film adaptation of Joyce Carol Oates fictional biographyBlonde, directed by Andrew Dominik. After a breakout last two years in Knives Out and the recent 007 film, No Time to Die, Ana is one to watch on screen & on the red carpet. Every angle of this gown is beautiful & her poise, starpower, & style are breathtaking.
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Additionally, the film’s cast includes Bridgerton alum Regé-Jean Page in a navy suit, Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood rising star Julia Butters in a gold sparkling gown, Jessica Henwick from The Matrix Resurrections wearing a plunging v-neck gray gown, Oscar nominee Alfre Woodard, Oscar-winner Billy Bob Thornton, & Indian actor Dhanush. Also, in attendance for the premiere, lighting up the red carpet were Bridgerton star Simone Ashley in a black cut-out gown, the voice of Moana & Brazillian actress Any Gabrielly, model Kara Del Toro in a red ruched lace high-slit gown, model & YouTube star Emma Brooks in a black deep-v mini dress, & Disney star Kelli Berglund in a mixed printed mini dress.
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Ana de Armas in Louis Vuitton at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ana de Armas in Louis Vuitton at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ana de Armas in Louis Vuitton at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ana de Armas in Louis Vuitton at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ana de Armas in Louis Vuitton at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ana de Armas in Louis Vuitton at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ana de Armas in Louis Vuitton at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ana de Armas in Louis Vuitton at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ana de Armas in Louis Vuitton at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, and Chris Evans at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, and Chris Evans at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, and Chris Evans at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Chris Evans in a navy suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Chris Evans in a navy suit and sunglasses at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ryan Gosling in a mint suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ryan Gosling in a mint suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ryan Gosling in a mint suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ryan Gosling in a mint suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Ryan Gosling in a mint suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Regé-Jean Page in a navy suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Regé-Jean Page in a navy suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Regé-Jean Page in a navy suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Regé-Jean Page in a navy suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Regé-Jean Page in a navy suit at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Julia Butters in a gold gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Julia Butters in a gold gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Julia Butters in a gold gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Julia Butters and Ana de Armas at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Simone Ashley in a black strappy cut-out gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Simone Ashley in a black strappy cut-out gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Simone Ashley in a black strappy cut-out gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Simone Ashley in a black strappy cut-out gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Simone Ashley in a black strappy cut-out gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Simone Ashley in a black strappy cut-out gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Any Gabrielly in a black high-slit cut-out dress and knee boots at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Any Gabrielly in a black high-slit cut-out dress and knee boots at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Any Gabrielly in a black high-slit cut-out dress and knee boots at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Emma Brooks in a plunging v-neck black mini dress at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Emma Brooks in a plunging v-neck black mini dress at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Emma Brooks in a plunging v-neck black mini dress at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Jessica Henwick in a gray plunging v-neck gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Jessica Henwick in a gray plunging v-neck gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Jessica Henwick in a gray plunging v-neck gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Kara Del Toro in a red ruched lace high-slit gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Kara Del Toro in a red ruched lace high-slit gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Kara Del Toro in a red ruched lace high-slit gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Kara Del Toro in a red ruched lace high-slit gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Kara Del Toro in a red ruched lace high-slit gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Kara Del Toro in a red ruched lace high-slit gown at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Kelli Berglund in a mixed print mini dress at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Kelli Berglund in a mixed print mini dress at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
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Alfre Woodard at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Alfre Woodard at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Alfre Woodard at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
Dhanush, Regé-Jean Page, Julia butters, Billy Bob Thornton, Jessica Henwick, Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, Chris Evans, and Alfre Woodard at the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix’s The Gray Man
For more access to the red carpet premiere of the film, check out the videos below to hear from Ana, Chris, & Ryan all about preparation for the action-packed The Gray Man & more!
If you haven’t seen it yet, check out the stars in The Gray Man with the trailer below:
The film debuts on Netflix for your streaming pleasure on July 22nd! I know I can’t wait to see it–even though action films aren’t necessarily my go-to film choice, I’m a loyal follower of Ana de Armas & Ryan Gosling, happy to support their stylish endeavors with posts on Style Darling Daily, along with their on-screen accomplishments.
Barbiecore? That’s a thing? you ask? Well, yes. Hot pink fashion is super hot right now, not only because of recently released photos of Margot Robbie in the upcoming Barbie movie, but because it’s the summer of fun, feminine, flirty, & fierce fashion! Top A-listers are appearing in all-pink for red carpet events, major fashion shows, & all over social media every. single. day. Additionally, pink is popping up on runways & go-to retailers to take a not-pink-enough world by storm!
Some of the best latest & recent past Barbiecore moments making headlines include the ladies at Valentino‘s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2022-2023 show in Rome, such as Emily in Paris actress Ashley Park, West Side Story & Academy Award-winner breakout star Ariana DeBose, Black Widowbadass (nipple & all!) Florence Pugh, & fashion darling Anne Hathaway.
Film festivals have been no exception to Barbiecore, especially on model Caro Daur, singer Ciara, Spanish actress Penelope Cruz, & the unstoppably stylish Zendaya.
Finally, memorable red carpet appearances popping with Barbiecore include model Gigi Hadiat Prince’s Trust Gala, both artist Saweetie & actor Billy Porter at the Grammy Awards, actress / talk show host Drew Barrymore at the Daytime Emmy Awards, & actress Lana Condor at the MTV Movie & TV Awards.
Check out the slideshow & gallery below to relive these pinktastic moments:
Reese Witherspoon at the Where the Crawdads Sing premiere
Ashley Park at Valentino’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2023 Show in Rome
Lana Condor at the MTV Movie & TV Awards
Caro Daur at the Cannes Film Festival
Ciara at the Cannes Film Festival
Duckie Thot at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue Launch
Penelope Cruz at the Tribeca Film Festival
Dua Lipa on her Future Nostalgia tour
Florence Pugh at Valentino’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2022–2023 Show in Rome
Ariana DeBose at Valentino’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2022/2023 Show in Rome
Zendaya at Paris Fashion Week
Simone Ashley at the BAFTAs
Lizzo at the premiere of Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls
Anne Hathaway at Valentino’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2022-2023 Show in Rome
Saweetie at the Grammy Awards
Nicola Peltz at the Met Gala
Conan Gray at Coachella
Vanessa Hudgens at the MTV Movie & Television Awards
Drew Barrymore at the 2022 Daytime Emmy Awards
Hailey Bieber on Instagram
Kacey Musgraves at the Met Gala
Sebastian Stan at the Met Gala
Billy Porter at the Grammy Awards
Karen Pittman at the Where the Crawdads Sing premiere
Kim Kardashian on Instagram
Gigi Hadid at Prince’s Trust Gala
Khloe Kardashian on Instagram
Reese Witherspoon at the Where the Crawdads Sing premiereAnne Hathaway at Valentino’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2022-2023 Show in RomeKhloe Kardashian on InstagramGigi Hadid at Prince’s Trust GalaKacey Musgraves at the Met GalaSebastian Stan at the Met GalaKim Kardashian on InstagramBilly Porter at the Grammy AwardsHailey Bieber on InstagramFlorence Pugh at Valentino’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2022–2023 Show in Rome Ariana DeBose at Valentino’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2022/2023 Show in RomeCiara at the Cannes Film FestivalDuckie Thot at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue LaunchAshley Park at Valentino’s Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2023 Show in RomeLana Condor at the MTV Movie & TV AwardsCaroline Daru at the Cannes Film FestivalPenelope Cruz at the Tribeca Film FestivalDua Lipa on her Future Nostalgia tourMegan Fox in New York CityGlenn Close at the Met GalaLizzo at the premiere of Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls Simone Ashley at the BAFTAsZendaya at Paris Fashion WeekDrew Barrymore at the 2022 Daytime Emmy AwardsSaweetie at the Grammy AwardsNicola Peltz at the Met GalaConan Gray at CoachellaVanessa Hudgens at the MTV Movie & Television AwardsKaren Pittman at the Where the Crawdads Sing premiere
Details matter, especially on footwear. I love to contrast my flowery, feminine outfit with some metallic flare on my heels or play with a dark dramatic look against an unexpected pattern on my flats. However, for summer, when the toes are out & I’m all about sandals, I love the studded look for any casual outfit or maxi dress. A metallic stud in silver or gold instantly makes a jelly or PVC material sandals more elegant & definitely on-trend. Check out the below options from Macy’s, currently on sale for under $30!
Now that volume two of Stranger Things‘ fourth season has finally hit Netflix, the show’s stars are talking up that major cliffhanger ending in preparation for a final fifth season. This week, Max Mayfield herself, portrayed by the always luminous Sadie Sink, hit the press circuit with an appearance on Today, wearing all Miu Miu in a floral prairie dress & kitten heel loafer slingbacks. The 20-year-old actress discussed not only “Running Up That Hill” by Kate Bush as Max’s escape song, which, by the way, is still charting strong, but also Netflix’s binge-worthy success with Stranger Things, her supportive family, and starring in Taylor Swift‘s short film for her song “All Too Well.”
The dress includes many classic summer dress elements, including the delicate floral print, button down closure, & puffed sleeves, adding maturity & retro style to the ensemble that is paired with an unexpected, though on-brand, menswear-inspired footwear choice. See below:
However, if shopping the luxury price tag of Miu Miu isn’t in your budget realm (it’s not in mine, that’s for sure), I selected some look-alike summer dresses to recreate Sadie’s anytime look, which is perfect for work with a cardigan & pumps or weekend with flat sandals & a crossbody bag.
The news that actress Cameron Diaz is coming out of retirement to join Jamie Foxx in the new feature film, Back in Action, for the first time in eight years has me very nostalgic for the movie star style that inspired me to begin Style Darling Daily over a decade ago. If you haven’t seen My Best Friend’s Wedding, The Mask, There’s Something About Mary, Charlie’s Angels, any of the Shrek movies, or The Holiday, then you’re missing out on some 90s-00s film gold for the entertainment & charm that Cameron serves up on screen. Hence, why the blogosphere is in a tizzy over her highly-anticipated big screen return.
In addition the aforementioned films, the four-time Golden Globe-nominated star & best-selling author was once a red carpet regular, but an international superstar of the silver screen, not only wearing the chicest designers to events, like the Academy Awards, but also for her California-girl appeal, elevating mini dresses for glamorous movie premieres & other photo-worthy occasions. Check out the slideshow & gallery below for over 60 images that prove Cameron rules the red carpet & will continue to do so when she makes her return to Hollywood:
Cameron Diaz at the Academy Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Academy Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Vanity Fair Oscar party
Cameron Diaz at the Vanity Fair Oscar party
Cameron Diaz at the Golden Globe Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Golden Globe Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Vanity Fair Oscars party
Cameron Diaz at the Vanity Fair Oscars party
Cameron Diaz at the Golden Globe Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Golden Globe Awards
Cameron Diaz at the MTV Movie Awards
Cameron Diaz at the MTV Movie Awards
Cameron Diaz at a German talk show
Cameron Diaz at a taping of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart
Cameron Diaz at the Rag & Bone store opening in California
Cameron Diaz at the Los Angeles premiere of Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle with Lucy Liu & Drew Barrymore
Cameron Diaz at the Shrek premiere
Cameron Diaz at the Barcelona premiere of Sex Tape
Cameron Diaz at the Los Angeles premiere of Sex Tape
Cameron Diaz at the Home L.A. Eco Garden Picnic and Screening
Cameron Diaz at the Brazil premiere of Knight and Day
Cameron Diaz at the New York premiere of Bad Teacher
Cameron Diaz at Paris Couture Week
Cameron Diaz at the Cannes Film Festival
Cameron Diaz at the Cannes Film Festival
Cameron Diaz at the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Cameron Diaz at the Moscow premiere of Bad Teacher
Cameron Diaz at the Germany premiere of Bad Teacher
Cameron Diaz at the Toronto Film Festival
Cameron Diaz at the UK premiere of Knight and Day
Cameron Diaz at the Film Independent Spirit Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Met Gala
Cameron Diaz at the Met Gala
Cameron Diaz at the Met Gala
Cameron Diaz at the London premiere of Annie
Cameron Diaz at the New York premiere of Annie
Cameron Diaz at the Vanity Fair Oscar party
Cameron Diaz at the Vanity Fair Oscar party
Cameron Diaz at the Golden Globe Awards
Cameron Diaz at a screening of The Other Woman
Cameron Diaz at the Germany premiere of The Other Woman
Cameron Diaz at the MTV Movie Awards
Cameron Diaz at the New York premiere of The Holiday
Cameron Diaz at the New York premiere of The Holiday
Cameron Diaz at the Madrid premiere of The Holiday
Cameron Diaz at the London premiere of What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Cameron Diaz at the New York premiere of What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Cameron Diaz at the Los Angeles premiere of What to Expect When You’re Expecting
Cameron Diaz at the Screen Actors Guild Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Academy Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Academy Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Academy Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Academy Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Academy Awards
Cameron Diaz at CinemaCon
Cameron Diaz at the Shrek Forever After premiere
Cameron Diaz at the Academy Awards
Cameron Diaz at the Academy Awards
Cameron Diaz at Los Angeles premiere of The Green Hornet
Cameron Diaz at the Gambit premiere
Cameron Diaz at the London premiere of The Other Woman
Cameron Diaz at the Los Angeles premiere of The Other Woman
Cameron Diaz at the premiere of Knight and Day in Spain
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Her return to spotlight is long overdue & demonstrates her consistent triumphant style, grace, & polish as she turned heads in an unlikely summer combination of velvet & Mary Jane heels (shop similar here). However, Keira nails the look, especially with bumper sunglasses (shop similar here), a quilted clutch (shop similar here), & elegant rings (shop here & here). See the photos below of Keira’s exquisite style, alongside her husband, James Righton, to inspire your next summer LBD outing.
Even though summer is a season all about colors & patterns, a little black dress for a variety of occasions is a timeless wardrobe staple, including these more affordable options to help a Style Darling live your best French-girl fantasy, whether you’re headed to a cocktail party, wedding, weekend brunch, or somewhere fabulous & fashionable.
Additionally, an LBD doesn’t necessarily demand coordinating black shoes, especially as seen on Keira wearing beige & black Mary Janes, but this season, black sandals come in a variety of strappy & mule styles that elevate any ensemble. Here are some suggestions:
I’ve said it once & I’ll say it again… If there’s something that I love & it’s made in multiple colors, I’ll take it! This goes for cardigans, blouses, pants, ballet flats, & dresses too! So when I was searching Amazon for options to spruce up my summer maxi dresses, to wear to both work & for weekend or night occasions, I wanted something lightweight, classic, & effortless to pair with wedges or sandals, along with a cardigan or crossbody bag. When I happened upon this one-should midi dress from Zesica, I searched their Amazon store for more options, which included a Bohemian Spaghetti Strap Swiss Dot Sleeveless Smocked A Line Flowy Maxi Dress ($37.99) in 12 different colors: black, burgundy, dark orange, midnight blue, mint, navy, pink, plum, purple, rose, white, & green.
I’ve worn the midnight blue (which is more of a periwinkle) three times now: to a carnival fundraiser, a family dinner, & to work with a cardigan. The slit is only visible if you pose a certain way. Otherwise, I had no problem wearing it & liked the movement that the maxi offered. Additionally, I liked that the straps could be tied & bowed to fit my frame as I usually find that some straps are too loose, if they’re not adjustable, & then they tend to fall down. I bow for the straps is also a nice touch, adding to the Swiss dot, feminine feel. I paired this dress with metallic sandals, laser cut ballet flats, or flowered flip-flops, wearing a statement earring in a coordinating color. Also, I ended up ordering the plum color (which is more of a dusty rose) & have the mint & purple on my mind since I do love a bright hue, especially when there’s a $2 off promotional coupon applied to the purchase, but I may invest in those colors with other dresses that I have saved at the moment.
The only downside to the dress above is that Zesica only sells it in sizes S-XL. However, for plus-size maxi dress recommendations, check out: CARROTMOB wrap dress (available in 5 colors, sizes 1X-5X), The Drop tiered maxi dress (available in 7 colors, sizes XXS-5X), & LONGYUAN short sleeve maxi (available in 32 colors, sizes XL-6X).
The article, written by Adam B. Vary, includes not only Natalie’s reflection on her career, including the painstaking transformation that she experienced while filming Black Swan, her Academy Award-winning role, but also she discusses family, giving back, activism for women’s rights, & upcoming projects, including Lady in the Lake for Apple TV+.
Natalie speaks to the publication about her own superhero experiences and wishes, along with how she prepared for the role.
On the red carpet for the premiere, Natalie continues to praise her fellow superheroes, stating how lucky she feels to be a part of such an important role for young girls.
Also, last month, Natalie appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live, interviewed by comedy actor Sean Hayes, for more fun discussion about the film & Natalie’s preparations for it.
If you haven’t seen it already, here is the trailer for the highly anticipated film:
Today, June 30th ends PRIDE month, but that doesn’t mean that #PRIDE style must end, by any means! Our love for the LGBTQ+ community, & for love in general, remains a constant as all people should always celebrate themselves, especially through style. As a part of New York & Company‘s Color of Love collection, I’m obsessed with these bold & summer-ready rainbow stripes in a variety of separates & one-piece items, all of which are currently on sale, in sizes XS-XXL, to show not only your true colors, but to express love & PRIDE, inspiring the world around us!
Consider adding any of these dresses, rompers, or tunics to your wardrobe with hoop or drop earrings, metallic sandals or bright pumps, & white quilted clutch:
Otherwise, these tops & toppers are perfect to match with any denim of your choice, crisp white linen ankle pants, a primary colored-maxi skirt, or cut-off shorts:
For a vibrant bottom option for work or weekend, choose any of these options, paired with a classic scoop neck t-shirt, crochet top & tank, or a chambray button-down:
It’s everywhere & yet so far away still! Greta Gerwig‘s live-action Barbie film is currently in production & the internet is ablaze with images & commentary on the ultra neon on-screen duo of Barbie & Ken, played respectively by two-time Academy Award-nominees Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling. One may ask, could the movie get any blonder? However, you’re going to get more than meets the blinded-by-neon eye from this movie, especially with Gerwig at the helm… which is slated for a July 2023 release. I will be glued to the web with updates over the course of the next year, waiting with bated breath for the first major motion picture about the ultimate Style Darling herself: Barbie.
In the mean time, throw on some shades, play that 90s Aqua song, & scroll through the slideshow & gallery below for all that’s been photographed so far of the Hollywood icons portraying iconic characters:
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie in car
Barbie Movie – Ryan Gosling in denim
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie in Western theme
Barbie – Margot Robbie in Western theme
Barbie – Margot Robbie in Western theme
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling in Western theme
Barbie Movie – Ryan Gosling in Western theme
Barbie Movie – Ryan Gosling in Western theme
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerblading
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerblading
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerblading
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerblading
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerblading
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerblading
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerblading
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerblading
Barbie Movie – Margot Robbie in carBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie in Western themeBarbie – Margot Robbie in Western themeBarbie – Margot Robbie in Western themeBarbie Movie – Ryan Gosling in denimBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling in Western themeBarbie Movie – Ryan Gosling in Western themeBarbie Movie – Ryan Gosling in Western themeBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerbladingBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerbladingBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerbladingBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerbladingBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerbladingBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerbladingBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerbladingBarbie Movie – Margot Robbie & Ryan Gosling rollerblading
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