Learn to Love Your Jeans!

Sure, it's the height of summer, and the weather outside is getting HOT, but there's at least one thing you have in your closet that can be safely be worn all year long: jeans! Sexy, stylish, flirty, fun - whether it's spring, summer, fall, or winter, a cute pair of comfortable denims makes the perfect addition to any ensemble, because they're guaranteed to never go out of style! But how does one go about picking the perfect pair of jeans? Because, as we all know, not all jeans look great on every girl, and not all styles are attractive on every body type! Luckily, I've taken the time to compile a short list of jean style recommendations for common feminine figures - hopefully this will help you out when you're trying to decide if that pair of skinny jeans that looks so good on the rack will look just as good on you!

Apple-Shaped
Women who are apple-shaped, like Catherine Zeta-Jones, can sometimes seem disproportionate because they have large chests offset by smaller waists and thighs. High-waisted jeans, specifically skinnies, look flattering on this body type because they create a waist and help to widen and emphasize your hips, making your figure appear more balanced and even. Jeans with oversized pockets and jeans that are faded at the hips, thighs, and seat are also a good bet for women with apple-shaped bodies.

Pear-Shaped
Pear-shaped women like Beyoncé, who have wide hips, thighs, and buttocks that are usually offset by a smaller chest, tend to look best in low-rise and boot-cut jeans. These styles are very flattering on the waist, while the slightly flared pant legs add height and help to minimize excess curves. Dark wash jeans are also recommended for pear-shaped women since they create a slimming effect, while jeans with side pockets should be avoided because they tend to make your hips look even wider than they already are.

Petite
Petites into two categories: women with average frames who are under 5"4' and women between 5"4' and 5"9' who have very small frames. Those who fit into the first category look best in straight-leg jeans like the ones pictured here, but should avoid extreme flares and baggy carpenter-style pants. Jeans with cuffs are also a bad idea, since they tend to make your legs look even shorter than they already are. Women who fall into the second category, on the other hand, need to be concerned mostly about length - finding jeans that are actually long enough to fit their frames, as opposed to worrying about styles that will flatter their figures.

Be a Beach Bound Beauty!

Ok, so I'm in the middle of packing for the beach (I leave Wednesday) and thought I would share with some of you beauty bloggers a few of my "newest fashion favs" that I have gotten from the store to take with me:-) The destination is Charleston and the reason is for fun (with the exception of a little work that will be done by my boyfriend who is in the exciting insurance business). This calls for the following clothing categories...fun and flashy, beachy and casual chic, and semi business-worthy for the insurance seminar & meeting I will be demanded to attend:-)

Here are some of my newest fashion fav's to keep me from being a beaching blunder!

First of all, I LOVE Joyous and Free! Their clothing is so comfy and they always do the best job of taking a more basic piece and twisting it into a unique style! This orange/coral shade I love, especially with a sun kissed skin tone! The matted gold detail along the bust is perfect for shoe matching! I am pairing this with my new brown and gold heels and wearing this out! You always seem to have so much more fun when you feel "fashion flirty"! One of my favorite things about the LuLu dress is that if our night looks like it is going to take a more "low-key route", I'll just throw on my gold flops; no stress at picking out a new dress...whew(you can do this with almost all of Joyous and Free's dresses)!

This is my plan for the seminar or the meeting I must attend. I just had to throw in a little pizzazz with the awesome flower zipper belt! The style and fit of this dress, by our junior line, is a more conservative and classy fit, but the shortness of it makes it a little more fun and trendy for my age! I have had this pair of Naughty Monkey heels since last summer and I LOVE them! If we have your size in them, you better snatch them up because they are a steal of a deal right now! (I also have a mustard belt & a coral one I would like to pair with this dress for a more fun occation that may roll around. I love pops of color with grey!)

This is one of my casual chic Charleston outfits; a mixture of relaxation and education with a splash of sophistication.Ben shorts by Trina Turk and my "Devil May Care" top by Nanette Lepore! With some gold flops and cute pearl and gold bangles, I'm ready for a day of fun in the downtown shops! I have put my "Devil May Care" top with skinny jeans and heels too! I rolled my skinnys up at the bottom (a cuff of only about an inch to 1 1/2 inches, don't get it too thick), and threw in a clutch and I felt very classy and trendy! My shorts I have also put with a black cotton tank and some black flops! So many options for both of these very neutral colored pieces! Mix and match away ladies! These two are fun!

Look of the Week: A Night on the Town!

The start of summer means longer days and hotter nights - literally! There's nothing more fun than an evening spent out on the town, whether it's dinner and dancing or a classy concert and a walk through the park. Of course, before you even start planning your sizzling summer nights, there's something much more important that has to be taken into consideration - your wardrobe! Every girl loves to see and be seen, after all, and it wouldn't do to be caught out and about in just anything. Luckily, McAuley's has everything you need for the perfect late-night outfit, so you too can be as evening-ready as possible in this LC (Lauren Conrad)-inspired look!

Bailey 44 Up the Ante Tank Top with Chains in Emerald ($225): This sexy shirt will add a touch of color to your attire, and even comes equipped with its own accessories!

Black and White Lace Print Top ($69.98): If you're going for an edgier look, this Black and White Lace Print Top would make an excellent (and cheap!) alternative to the Bailey 44 Up the Ante Tank!

Stretch Belt Hardware in Silver ($29.98)

Longer Grey Pencil Skirt ($79.98): This stretchy polyester pencil skirt is comfortable and classy, but not so dressy that it would look out of place outside an office or a fancy restaurant! When worn correctly, it can add just the right amount of sex appeal to your evening outfit - just take a look at the one pictured on Lauren Conrad!

Naughty Monkey Punkalicious in Black ($23.50): If you can find some totally fierce footwear like these Punkalicious shoes by Naughty Monkey, you'll be all set to take the city by storm!

The perfect wedding attendee pick!

Picking what to wear to a wedding can be a major headache! All kinds of things go into play: What time is the wedding? Where is the wedding? Were there specifications on the invitation? What is everyone else wearing? HEADACHE!! Well, I have picked out a perfect dresses that you are SURE to be safe with! All you have to do is accessorize this pretty pick a little differently to accommodate for the time and place! Your sure to get complements on this fashion statement without looking like that girl who wants to draw attention to herself (because remember, weddings are all about the bride, not you!). But with this piece, you can look pleasantly classy and sassy while still maintaining wedding attendee etiquette!

Any "type" wedding, any "time" wedding

KIND OF DRESS

The Zafira Dress by Trina Turk is a perfect wedding pick! With the lace overlay and belted waist, it presents a perfect and "safe" fit for a casual or more dressy wedding! (not to mention the color being navy, which is this summer's "new black")

How to wear it to a casual wedding:

Outdoor/beach wedding do gold sandals like the ones we have pictured. For an indoor wedding throw on some gold wedges with a higher heel. For both, accessorize with cute gold bangles (throw some coral in there, it looks great with navy). If your not a bracelet girl, do a really fun ring like our clustered pearl one! Throw in a gold clutch (or coral if you can find it) and your safe for any casual wedding thrown your way!

How to wear it to a night wedding:

If your going to a wedding after 6, just put on some saucy gold, nude, or tan heels, add a big ring (bling or costume), large gold earrings, and a gold clutch or chain strapped purse! You can even change out the belt with a cute gold skinny one!

Soak Up That Summer Sun - In Style!

Summer is finally here, so it's time to break out those cute, sassy sundresses that have been hiding at the back of your closet since the beginning of last fall! Or maybe you're running low on warm-weather couture and are planning a start-of-the-season shopping spree to pick up some fresh, flirty pieces that will have you sizzling all summer long? Whatever the case may be, you should definitely check out these tips for finding the perfect summer sundress from McAuley's!



Small Bust - The fitted top and banded waist on this plaid dress will emphasize your chest to make you appear more curvy.
Large Chest - The halter-style neckline and banded waist on this dress will offer support without showing too much skin.
Adds Curves - Ruffles and pleats are a great way to emphasize your body shape, especially if you're skinny or slender.



Adds Height - Printed maxi dresses can create the illusion of height by appearing to elongate the body.
Creates a Waist - Belting a dress at the waist (especially a bubble dress!) is a great way to emphasize your curves.
Slims Hips - Dresses that are banded or belted just below the chest can make you appear both taller and more slender.

Items pictured in image: Plaid Strapless Tube Dress in Blue and Red, Ivory Halter Dress with Black Flowers, Envi Ruffle Dress in Aqua, Envi Multi Halter Dress, Blue Strapless Floral Dress, Envi Band Tank Dress in Coral/Multi

Look of the Week: From Dawn 'Til Dusk!

Are you a fashionista on the fly? Trying to balance a schedule that includes work, school, and other obligations, while still squeezing in a bit of quality time for the boyfriend or the girls? Well, believe it or not, it is possible! McAuley's has all kinds of clothes that will fit your constantly changing lifestyle, like the gorgeous Trina Turk Destiny Blouse pictured above! Fashionable and versatile, the Destiny Blouse can be dressed up with a cute Michael Stars cardigan or sexed up with a pair of skinny jeans - an item that truly is perfect for all occasions! So what are you waiting for? This trendy top is 25% off through the end of this month... but there are only two left, so you'll want to hurry up and get one before they're gone!

Items pictured in image: Brown Cardigan, Joe's Jeans Cigarette Skinny in Tessa, Michael Stars 1x1 Slub 3/4 Sleeve Shawl Neck Cardigan in Atlantis, Trina Turk Destiny Blouse in Aqua, Trina Turk Mills Skirt in White

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