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Thu, 07 Feb 2013 13:41:59 -0600

Thanks for stopping by the CakeStyle Blog! We’re no longer updating our Tumblr, because we’ve moved our blog to a new location. For our latest style tips and fashion advice, head over to our Style Library on the new, rebranded CakeStyle website.

Ask A Stylist | Fall Lipstick Trends What’s the hot...

Fri, 07 Sep 2012 15:00:42 -0500

Ask A Stylist | Fall Lipstick Trends

What’s the hot lipstick for this fall? What does it look best with, and where should we skip it?

—Zina, Santa Monica, CA

We asked one of our CakeStylists, Lory, to answer this great question. Here’s her response:

For this fall, we’re seeing a lot of wine red shades - it’s toned down from the bright reds and oranges for the summer, but still a bold statement look. With lipstick, we’d recommend avoiding matching your lipstick to your clothes. Sure, if you’re wearing a black lace top with wine red accents, that’s fine - but don’t wear wine red lipstick and wine red skinny jeans. Never get too matchy-matchy! We also recommend avoiding pairing your lipstick with a piece it clashes with - so, with wine red, don’t pair it with a bright orange cardigan.

Check out the collection of varying shades and hues of wine red lipstick we collected above! Wine red varies a lot - it can simply be a darker shade of hot red (which is still very bright), or it can look pretty close to a brownish-red or brick red. Check out this great piece by DailyCandy to learn how to choose the best red lipstick for your skin tone (but also remember that these rules aren’t strict - wear whatever you feel fabulous in!).

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Do you have a style question that only a CakeStylist could answer! Ask us anything at questions@cakestyle.com!

Are you already in love with these pieces from 81 Poppies? (We...

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 10:54:00 -0500

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Are you already in love with these pieces from 81 Poppies? (We are too!) We’re carrying all of these gorgeous little numbers starting this fall, so if you’d like to receive one in your next box, let your stylist know. To request a specific piece, click on the image to enlarge it and see the reference number!

[images via 81 poppies]

Spotted: CURRENT/ELLIOTT Rider Jeans Effortlessly...

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 08:23:00 -0500

Spotted: CURRENT/ELLIOTT Rider Jeans Effortlessly Styled

Refinery29 recently did a piece titled Slacker Beauty: Speedy Shortcuts To Try Now. The piece shares quick beauty tricks for those mornings when you just don’t feel like getting out of bed. The cover photo for the article features a pair of CURRENT/ELLIOTT Rider Jeans, which we sell at CakeStyle! We love how these army green jeans effortlessly make a statement, with the stripe down the side giving a nod to tuxedo pants. The jeans are edgy and trendy, without trying too hard (exactly like the beauty tips in the article). We love how Refinery29 styled the look, pairing the jeans with a flowy top, gold sandals, and a simple, but interesting, necklace. It’s a great weekend look that perfectly transitions from summer to fall. Add in the hair and makeup tips from the article, and you have the perfect combination for effortless style!

How to Transition Your Summer Pieces into Fall

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 17:50:02 -0500

Labor Day marks the end of summer, and sadly, that means it’s almost time to put away those sandals and sundresses. Fortunately, there are a few summer pieces you don’t have to hide away just yet. We’ve picked two summer staples, white jeans and black shorts, that we think will effortlessly transition your look from summer into fall.

The question of white jeans always comes up around this time - can you wear them after Labor Day? We say absolutely! As long as your styling indicates the change in seasons, don’t let this ‘rule’ stop you. The key is to pair your white jeans with items that highlight some of fall’s main trends. We’ve chosen a chunky sweater, ankle booties, and a bold collar necklace. And don’t forget the wine-colored nail polish, of course!

The next transition piece we’ve chosen is a pair of black shorts. The key to wearing shorts into fall is the material and the color palette. Make sure your shorts are a heavier weight - a thick linen, wool, or cotton is good. It’s also important that the color is not too summery. Avoid lightweight shorts in pastel colors - you’ll have a hard time making them look seasonally appropriate.

Here we’ve gone with a black cotton and silk blend. We love the panels on the sides of these shorts - they add an element of trendiness and edge to the look. As with the white jeans, in order to make these shorts work for fall, we’ve paired them with some of the season’s biggest trends, a jewel-toned blouse and studded flats. This ensemble would also look great with tights and a blazer when the weather starts getting colder.

CakeStyle Dress on the Today Show

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 17:32:00 -0500

One of our dresses recently made an appearance on the Today Show! Jenna Wolfe was spotted wearing the Elie Tahari Henderson Dress, which we sell at CakeStyle.

We love how Jenna paired the dress with a simple necklace and bracelet, since the cobalt blue and chartreuse detail make such a statement on their own. We took notes from Jenna when styling the dress ourselves, pairing it with one of our simple, classy Dana Rebecca necklaces in rose gold. We also added some studded chartreuse heels to complete the look.

How to Wear Metallic Oxfords by cakestyle featuring silk tops

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 13:24:03 -0500

How to Wear Metallic Oxfords by cakestyle featuring silk tops

Ask A CakeStylist | Matchy Matchy “Can you wear shoes...

Wed, 15 Aug 2012 12:01:00 -0500

Ask A CakeStylist | Matchy Matchy

“Can you wear shoes that match the color of your dress? Not black-on-black, but something like a cobalt blue dress with cobalt blue shoes.”

—Sara, Chicago

We asked one of our CakeStylists, Kait, to tackle this question. Here’s what she had to say:

“We actually love mixing in different hues with your shoes because it’s refreshing! We do not like matching your shoes to your dress - it looks weird. Our rule would be to wear the darker hue on top and the lighter hue on the bottom, and the more extreme the color difference, the better! Don’t try to wear colors that are really close in hue - it will look like they’re trying to match.”

Based on Kait’s solid advice, we came up with the example above: a deep purple Peter Som tweed sheath dress with three different colors of heels you could wear with it. We think a cherry red, a light mint green, or a bright chartreuse pair of shoes would work well with this subdued shade of purple.

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Got a question that only a CakeStylist could answer? Ask us at questions@cakestyle.com!

We have these lovely Dana Rebecca Designs necklaces in stock now...

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 11:47:30 -0500

We have these lovely Dana Rebecca Designs necklaces in stock now at CakeStyle! Ask your stylist for yours today.

Fall 2012: Leather and Lace

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 10:49:00 -0500

When August rolls around, many of us start longing for boots, sweaters, scarves, and everything else that comes with fall (pumpkin lattes, anyone?). Even though we have a month or more of hot weather left, it’s not too early to start picking up the next season’s trends. For fall, we’re looking at two things: leather and lace. Check out some examples of how to wear them - we have ideas whether you want a bold look or a subtle hint of each.

Leather

Leather jackets are nothing new, but for this season we expect to see them paired with extra-feminine materials (think floaty neutrals or lace).

Rebecca Taylor Quilted Leather Jacket, $1195

Like a little less leather? Go for a piece with leather paneling or trim, like this jacket. It keeps you trendy without overwhelming the rest of your look.

Willow Woven Tuck Jacket with Leather Trim, $995

Lace

Neutrals and lace are both in for fall, and this dress combines the two. We love the flower pattern of the lace.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Lily Lace Dress, $298

Not ready to go full-on lace? Not to worry, because lace paneling (like leather paneling) will be big this season too. We love the femininity the lace adds to this gorgeous dress.

Tocca Penny Lace Panel Dress, $552

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[images via shopbop]

Kat by cakestyle featuring high heel shoesH M woven...

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 13:23:50 -0500

Kat by cakestyle featuring high heel shoes

H M woven shirt
$24 - hm.com

Alexander Wang leather jacket
net-a-porter.com

J Crew pencil skirt
jcrew.com

Senso high heel shoes
asos.com

Kenneth jay lane jewelry
net-a-porter.com

Marc by Marc Jacobs black jewelry
my-wardrobe.com

Iza by cakestyle featuring platform high heelsPaul Smith loose...

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:43:57 -0500

Iza by cakestyle featuring platform high heels

Paul Smith loose shirt
$260 - paulsmith.co.uk

Hobbs side zip pants
$185 - johnlewis.com

Diane von Furstenberg platform high heels
nordstrom.com

Beige handbag
$155 - danielfootwear.com

MICHAEL Michael Kors chronograph watch
nordstrom.com

NARS Cosmetics eyeshadow
narscosmetics.com

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics lip treatment
bloomingdales.com

Wedding Season | What You Need in Your Closet

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 14:45:42 -0500

A ridiculous number of people tie the knot every year between April and October, and once your friends start pairing off, it feels like they’ll never stop. Or maybe it’s your children and your friends’ children who are getting married - either way, you’re bound to need some wedding-appropriate dresses that are versatile enough to be worn to other occasions. And no one wants to end up in jeans, like Kristen Stewart apparently did at a friend’s big day.

Refinery29 did a great piece showcasing dresses to wear for outdoor summer weddings, which we love. Here are a few of our favorite looks from their article; stock up on these looks and you’ll be ready for any wedding:

1. Eyelet dresses

Nothing says summer better than a dress full of eyelets. We love this look from J. Crew that Refinery29 selected.

2. Florals

Flowers are also associated with summer, which is why we love this number from Diane von Furstenberg.

3. Light colors

We adore light colors worn to a wedding (except, obviously, white). This dress from Zara is so edgy and classy!

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Looking for a cute way to accessorize your wedding look? Check out our Accessories Pinterest board for some inspiration!

Check out our awesome recent press!

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 15:49:00 -0500

CakeStyle has been in the news a lot lately, so we wanted to share the good news with you! Check out our recent features below and click through to read more.

CakeStyle and Founder Cecelia Myers were featured in Chicago Social Modern Luxury magazine this month! Check it out.

Cecelia and our stylists also put together a few summer chic outfits for Racked, which you can see here.

We also made Chicago Reader’s list of Best of Chicago 2012 - find out why here!

CakeStyle was also featured alongside our friends at Lost Crates in a Bloomberg piece on subscription boxes.

Check out more CakeStyle news on our website.

[image via CS Modern Luxury]

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Reboot Your Shoes: gorgeous DIYs for your spare pairs

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:08:21 -0500

Everyone has that pair of shoes that’s a little too old, kind of boring, or just plain out of style, and you probably don’t get much use out of them because of it. For me, it’s a pair of Steve Madden brown suede pointed pumps from six years ago - they’re cute, but they’re just not me, and I’ve probably worn them twice. So what do I do with them?

We say, there’s a DIY remedy for everything! Our friends at ShoeSnap have a great Pinterest board dedicated to DIY projects for shoes, which is what inspired us to search for a few of our favorites. (Here’s what I’ll be doing to those suede pumps.) Check out some fun DIY fixes for those shoes you want to spice up - or just go buy a brand new pair to decorate at home. We won’t tell.

1. DIY Bow Sandal

This is a cute and summery way to make your sandals stand out, and you can switch out the ribbon if you’re feeling colorful. Here’s the how-to!

2. DIY Studded Shoes

Studs are in right now so there are plenty in stores, but we’re willing to bet you have a perfectly stud-able pair in your closet right now. Plus, if you make them yourself, you’ll have the spare pieces to fix them up if you lose any studs. Genius. Learn how here.

3. DIY Dip-Dye Shoes

Dip-dying is another trend and these pastel canvas shoes are too cute. Find out how to make a pair of your own!

4. DIY Bling Heels

These are stunning! Just picture them with your favorite little black dress. Are you sold yet? Learn how to bling a pair of your own.

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Wedding Shower by cakestyle featuring a green dressMilly green...

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 19:46:23 -0500

Wedding Shower by cakestyle featuring a green dress

Milly green dress
stylebop.com

Pumps
$130 - sirenshoes.com.au

Brass Spike Collar Necklace
jeweliany.com

Elements of Style | Interior Design II

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 13:17:00 -0500

Just like our last post on interior design, we’ve chosen to highlight a theme; this time, it’s the rustic home. It wasn’t hard to find these photos because my personal interior design Pinterest board is full of rustic rooms - I’m a sucker for an old-timey bedroom, kitchen, or office - but it was hard to choose just a few. Check out some of the rooms in my dream home below!

I absolutely love the rough wood ceilings in this bedroom. The stormy blue walls are also a nice touch!

[image via southernpiphi]

Again with the wood ceilings, but this time there are cute chandeliers to class things up. I like the wam glow they give the room.

[image via capecodcollegiate]

This bedroom shows off how much I love white walls and decor, but the dark wood floor changes things up enough to keep it from being too stark. The panels on the walls and simple furniture are the best parts.

[image via myhomeideas]

This bright, cheery kitchen is just too cute. I especially love the scalloped curtains and lamp, and that tall white bookshelf.

[image via decoratinggallery]

Exposed brick and antique mirrors make this room look industrial and give it a nice variety of textures. Plus, the mannequin looks just like CakeStyle’s!

[image via thedrifterandthegypsy]

If I had a workspace like this, I would never get up. I can’t say enough about what I love about this room, but here are a few things: the eclectic windows, the light blue colors, the stained glass, and the cute antique desk.

[image via tillyandfran]

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Fireworks by cakestyle featuring a lip stickA L C sleeveless...

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 14:25:57 -0500

Fireworks by cakestyle featuring a lip stick

A L C sleeveless dress
boutique1.com

Bloch flat
$110 - zenggi.com

Nixon water resistant watch
bloomingdales.com

Yellow gold necklace
pixiemarket.com

Tom Ford lip stick
bloomingdales.com

Stars and Stripes by cakestyle featuring beach tote bagsJ Crew...

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 13:48:13 -0500

Stars and Stripes by cakestyle featuring beach tote bags

J Crew summer top
$88 - jcrew.com

Hache short shorts
$92 - lespommettes.com

Giuseppe Zanotti leather sandals
$488 - giuseppezanottidesign.com

Gucci beach tote bag
£360 - profilefashion.com

Chan Luu boho jewelry
$190 - bloomingdales.com

Kate Spade south sea pearl earrings
$48 - dillards.com

[TREND] The sunglasses of summer

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:58:00 -0500

You can’t make it through the summer without a good pair of sunglasses to protect your eyes from the blazing sun, and we wouldn’t suggest you try it. There are so many fun styles in right now that work for anyone! Here are a few of our favorites so far:

1. aviators

Aviators are a timeless classic, and lots of brands are putting their own spin on these glasses this year. These are from Gucci.

2. wayfarers

Ray-Ban Wayfarers are in this season, and they come in tons of amazing styles. We love the beachy feel of this pair.

3. cat eye sunglasses

Another fun trend this year is the cat-eye sunglasses look, like this gorgeous pair.

4. round sunglasses

The newest member of the CakeStyle team, Liz, is obsessed with round glasses! She has a vintage pair like these.

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[images via pinterest]