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dressing for your valentine’s day!

Published on February 8, 2010 in Events and Festive Things and Uncategorized. 0 Comments Tags: bebe, forever 21, necklace, outfit, purse, valentine's, valentine's outfit.

Regardless of whether you’ll recognize this Sunday as the celebration of love and St. Valentine or National Singles Awareness Day, you’re going to need a killer outfit. But perfect outfits one cannot make without the perfect accessory. Yes? But if you’re like me, you might find clothes and accessories specifically designed for Valentine’s to be a bit…tacky.

Well, we set out to find the hottest ways to make your Valentine’s statement WITHOUT going overboard. Yes, you CAN find ways to embrace the holiday without looking cheesy. These look-at-me pieces around will add a subtle hint of holiday spirit to your ensemble, whether you’re trying to either a) sweep your sig other off his everlovin’ feet or b) become a magnet for cupid’s arrow.

I can’t help but find this BeBe bag to be absolutely presh. Pair this with your favorite dress and add a festive (yet subtle) touch to your night’s outfit.

Yep, that’s right. LIPS. Tacky? Maybe. But pair it with a black mini-dress and you’ve got yourself a statement.

Add a floral touch to your look with this Rosette necklace from Arden B. It’s not too loud, but definitely girly and fun!

Those are just a few to try on for size — but the idea is to create an outfit as you would normally, then complete it with a good, festive accessory. I think you’ll find that with this holiday, less is more.

Think you have the hottest Valentine’s outfit? Post a picture in the comments! We’d love to see!

These are a few of my favorite things…

Published on November 9, 2009 in lovefun. 0 Comments Tags: best tank top, flower hair pins, forever 21, infinity scarf, oprah's favorite things, PINK, rouched racer back tank, steve madden intyce cognac boots, trinity tank top, victorias secret, victorias secret cotton hipster, victorias secret esstential tank, victorias secret sweatpants.

If oprah can have a favorite thing list…than by-golly so should I!

(And I really do own all of these items)

Mary’s Favorite Things

1) Steve Madden Cognac Intyce boots

Yup, Pretty much obessed with these. Perfect with Jean and dresses!

2) Infinity Scarf- Sickest thing in Warm Weather Accessories!

You know it’s good when you own it in two colors, I have this in cream and black. Multiple ways to wear it! We have some great versions of this scarf at both Cameron Village and Thru-way Locations.

3) Flower Hair Accessories

Lacquered Floral Bobby Pins $5.80 Forever 21

Silk Rose Hair Clip 2.50 Forever 21

I’m no Hair Gu-ru, so vintage looking pins and flower clips make it look like I sort of know what I am doing!

4) BEST Tank top in the World

Bevello $35.00

Once again. If I have it in two colors….It must be good! This tank by Trinity is stretchy and little tighter so it’s perfect underneath tops or under a cardigan. I have it in gray and purple and no lie..I wear both every week! It’s got a sexy racer back and super flattering rouche detail in the back!

5) Victoria’s Secret PINK line

Victoria's Secret Pink® Essential tank

Victoria's Secret Cotton Hipsters

: Victoria’s Secret PINK sweatpants

This PINK line is seriously worth the money. The Softest beaters, undies,shorts and pants that will ever touch your body. Usually I am not one to justify paying for a name brand but TRUST me when I say it is well worth the price!! Oh yeah it doesn’t hurt that it’s so freakin cute too!

Hope you enjoyed this segment of

Mary’s Favorite Things

(Move over Oprah, I’m next)

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bejeweled

Published on October 16, 2009 in Fashion News. 0 Comments Tags: bebe, bib necklace, bling, chunky jewelry, forever 21, urban outfitters.

So, the summer’s gone. But how to beat the fashion doldrums?

Add some spark to your ensemble this fall with some chunky jewelry.

This bejeweled piece is from Forever 21 — only $6! Can you imagine how hot this would be with a black tunic, colored tights and a jeweled headband? Yes, yes, yes!

This Urban Outfitters specialty would rock my world. The agate pendant is the prettiest blue — a GREAT fall color.

And then you have the bib necklaces. I personally love them, but I’ve yet to find an outfit that I can rock one with. Any ideas? (This one is from BeBe — $69!)

Who cares if your jewelry isnt practical? I am of the opinion that one’s accessories should never be practical. Just have fun with it!

Ultra-destroyed denim: love it or leave it?

Published on September 25, 2009 in Fashion News. 5 Comments Tags: american apparel, destroyed denim, forever 21, nordstrom, urban outfitters.

Today I saw on the Forever 21 twitter that this fall is going to be full of uber-destroyed jeans. We’re talking ripped, grated, bleached, painted, dyed — the works.

Exhibit A:

Now THAT is what I call destruction. I’ve rocked the old Abercrombie and Fitch ripped jean look, but this is taking things to a whole different dimension. But I think I kind of like it.

The trendy, American-Apparel look is trading the minimalistic hipster vibe (we’re talking tight pants and low-cut V’s) for a funkier, edgier approach (super-destroyed jeans and leather…lots of leather). We shall call this…rugged-chic?

I don’t know about you, but I think the rips can be subtly sexy. It certainly kicks the solid, boring denim up a notch.

This trend is really going to be huge. I’ve seen the hottness at Forever 21, Nordstrom and Urban Outfitters already…and it’s only September. But if you don’t feel like shelling out the dough for a whole new denim wardrobe, don’t sweat it. Pull out the bleach and scissors and make yourself a pair. Let’s just hope this never goes out of style

Don’t you wish we had a “Re-Do” button

Published on August 18, 2009 in lovefun. 2 Comments Tags: bevello online fashion boutique, britany spears, fashion grail, forever 21, halle berry, organic, pink studio, re do button, urban outfitters.

Everybody by now has seen that STAPLES commerical for the “EASY” button. Boy, wouldn’t that be nice. But what i’d really like is a “Re-do” button! You know, for some of those “What was she thinking”? or better yet “What was I thinking” fashion moments.

Check out this website www.fashiongrail.com

Not only is a great go-to fashion guide. But check out the celebrity re-do links http://tinyurl.com/mfzdfa

Check out what they said about Halle Berry’s Fashion Re-do:

“The gorgeous Halle Berry out for dinner but looking like she’s ready for a play-date at the park. It’s a cute outfit; I just wish she snazzed it up a bit for the dinner environment. So, I pretty much scrapped the entire outfit and re-dressed her in linen slacks, a white tank and a wrap top. I kept her jewelry at a minimum but couldn’t help myself and added Alex and Ani bracelets that are well worth the investment.”

Halle Berry's Re-do

What a great idea! Instead of trashing the celebrities and tell them how BAD they look. Let’s tell them what they should have done! I decided to do a little Re-do of my own on Britney Spears:

Britney Disaster

HOLD UP! What’s going on with the undergarments Brit? The dress is alright but a golden snake arm band? Let see how a trip to bevello can help:

So here’s how I re-did Brit…. Still gave her a green dress, but one that actually fits. I opted for our green ribbon dress by trinity (available here). Its organic so its soft and comfy without showing off the undergarments (or lack there of)

I switched up her square glasses for a more retro feminine feel. Threw up some cute wedges from pink studio and a handbag that played off the shoes. Exchanged her scary snake arm band for a few accessories : Bangle from Forever 21 and a necklace from urban outfitters.

If Britany wanted to get on the fashion ”Radar” like her new song, she should take up some fashion tips from our “Re-Do” button instead of taking some undeniable fashion risks with little pay off.

WIN $5 Starbucks Card!

Published on June 25, 2009 in lovefun. 10 Comments Tags: banana republic, forever 21, hand sewn clutch, jcrew bridesmaids, mint dress, starbucks, win $5.00 starbucks gift card.

Wanna quinch that starbucks craving? I’ll award a starbucks gift card for $5.00 just for helping me stylize my bridesmaid dress from my best friend’s upcoming wedding on the beach in a few weeks!

Simply place your vote on a pair of shoes, a necklace and the clutch you think I should get!

Shoot me an email at mgillogly@bevello.com

Deadline is July 2nd, 2009 5:00pm

and out of all the votes I will randomly draw a winner!

Here’s the Bridesmaid Dress From J. Crew

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Shoe Options:

Shoe Option #1

http://tinyurl.com/lcr8gz

Delicious Viva Champagne and Gold Satin Platform Heel

Shoe Option #2

http://tinyurl.com/l55fyn

Shoe option #3

http://tinyurl.com/ncod5p

Necklace Options:

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http://tinyurl.com/kuqw68

Necklace Option 2

http://tinyurl.com/krdr3w

Necklace option # 3

http://tinyurl.com/nzd8×8

Clutch Options:

Clutch Option #1

http://tinyurl.com/m47ltj

Clutch Option # 2

Clutch Option # 3

http://tinyurl.com/ne7vrw

And the Winner is….

Published on June 18, 2009 in lovefun. 0 Comments Tags: $20.00 bevello bucks, antique cuff, baghaus, be a bevello stylista, bevello, Black platform pumps, celebrity style, charlotte russe, destroyed skinny jeans, forever 21, hoop earrings, jennifer leale, steve madden, thelooksforless, trinity cowl neck, wetseal.

Jennifer Leale

from the looks for less!! http://www.thelooksforless.com/

Jennifer won herself $20.00 in bevello bucks towards her next purchase at bevello!

bevello LOVES the look for less! They have an affinity for putting together amazing looks at amazing prices! Everyone wants to look as if a they have their own personal stylist.

The looks for less masters this craft ! My favorite part is how they put together celebrity looks for a fraction of the real cost of the actual outfit…..Kinda makes those celebrities look a fool =) I mean unless they like spending more!

Check out the sweet day and night look that the looks for less put together exclusively for bevello! CLICK HERE

Here’s the winning entry : to go with the bevello item this week

Jade Green Cowl neck from bevello

Destroyed skinny jeans from Wetseal

http://www.wetseal.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=20761

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Metal Mesh Hoop Earrings from Charlotte Russe

http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3512124

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Antique Elegance Cuff by forever 21

http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=acc_bracelet&product_id=1054820366&Page=all

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Black Platform Pumps

http://www.stevemadden.com/item.aspx?id=48846

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Deena Crosshatch Bag

http://www.baghaus.com/product/Deena-Crosshatch-Bag/black-handbags

Where: I love everything about this top… the color the neckline, the drawstring waist. The question isn’t where to wear this top, it’s where wouldn’t I wear this top. Other than work, since it shows a bit of shoulder, I would wear this to dinner with friends, to the movies with my husband, to the park with my puppy.

How: Because the neckline has so much interest, I wouldn’t want to take away from it with a necklace. I would accessorize with a bold silver bangle bracelet and some silver hoops. Since the top has a bit of a casual feel, I would funk it up with some distressed skinny jeans and some platform pumps. Add a nude handbag and you’re good to go.

Annnd the winner is….

Published on June 11, 2009 in lovefun. 0 Comments Tags: be a bevello stylista, forever 21, kelsey fry, kenneth cole, layered side bow headband, strawberry necklace, winner, works in progress, yellow ribbon rouche dress.

Kelsey Fry !

Kelsey stylized the winning look for our be a bevello stylista challenge with the yellow ribbon rouche dress!

Bevello "Sunray Yellow Rouche Ribbon Dress" by Trinity

Kelsey is a budding new designer of really cute vintage jewelry called “Works in Progress”! I am so impressed with the talent of such a young girl!

Check out her etsy shop! Her pieces are afforable and so darling! Works In Progress Shop on Etsy

Here is what Kelsey put together for the be bevello stylista challenge:

1. Kenneth Cole Reaction Glam in Bloom sandals

http://tinyurl.com/qfk38q

2. Works in Progress “the argent (silvery) strawberry” necklace

http://tinyurl.com/nk4jjd

3. Forever 21 Layered Side Bow Headband in Cream

http://bit.ly/w567o

How: I would wear the trinity yellow ribbon dress with the Kenneth Cole Reaction sandals. The bright coral adds a nice pop of color and contrasts the pale yellow of the dress. The Works in Progress necklace echoes the coral again and is super sweet as a juicy strawberry! Another sweet touch is the adorable bow headband from Forever 21. The pale ivory of the complements the softness of the dress.

Where: I would wear this outfit on a day around town shopping! The dress is super comfortable (100% organic cotton!) so I wouldn’t mind walking around town, seeing the sights, and scoping out new fashion finds! The flat shoes are perfect for this as well. Then the necklace and the headband are the perfect accessories to complete this sweet outfit. Very soft and feminine, and super cute too!

Cheap and Rewearable Bridesmaid Dresses that are still pretty enough for a wedding!?!? Yup I am so serious!

Published on June 1, 2009 in Fashion News and lovefun. 3 Comments Tags: 27 dresses, alloy, brown and pink themed weddings, cheap bridesmaid dresses, cheap weddings, chocolate covered strawberry dress, cocktail dress, delias, favor for bridesmaids, forever 21, homecoming dress, online fashion boutique, pandoras box, prom dress.

Do your Bridesmaids a favor! Lose the formalities!

While at home this weekend I opened up a pandora’s box in my own childhood closet.

Boxes, like 17 of them, of old notes from my entire grade school and high school years, My sister’s wedding china (Mind you she’s been married for 6 years and its never made it to her house) And Dresses…..lots of them! Prom’s, Homecomings and of course Bridesmaids!

Why do we keep these when we know were never going to wear them again? On the off chance that “Oh I can just get it hemmed and make it a cocktail dress.”

Who are we kidding? Every bride claims that the bridesmaids dress that she is choosing is totally re-wearable! Maybe….. as a donated Prom dress!

Now, see I am very aware now-a-days how far the wedding industry has come along with these new styles of bridesmaids dresses. Finally the cut and silhouette have improved but one thing hasn’t- The price! Tack on the alteration and you’re lookin at $200.00-300.00 For a dress that may or not be attractive, your style or too formal for any other occasion than well….being a bridesmaid in another wedding.

Well summer’s officially here, which is the most popular time slot in wedding season. If you’re having a casual summer wedding I have a great idea that your bridesmaids will be extremely thankful for…..yup cheap, mainstream find em’ almost anywhere, Bridesmaid dresses! That still look pretty enough and formal enough for a wedding!

Just shop around online or well known speciality stores for a dress that fits your wedding theme. Here are some great reasons why you should avoid the formal bridal party dresses in lue for a more stylish casual option.

1. Savings!- Huge savings depending exactly what kind of dress your wanting. If you’ve been in a wedding before, you know all the extra expenses required for being a bridesmaid. Hair and make up, Decorations, food and games for bachalorette and Bridal showers, Gifts for wedding, showers and bachalorette, shoes for the dress. It goes on and on ! Lets give our friends a break by picking out a dress they will be proud to pay for and that won’t break the bank!

2 Versitility- Think of the selection you can choose from. The Mall or internet is your oyster!

3. Avoid the Pins- Less possibility there will be any need for Alterations

4. Schedule your own fitting- Instead of 1-2 fittings scheduled in the brides hometown, You have the convience of ordering and going to the store and trying on the dress.

5. Wearability- The dress doesn’t have the formality that holds you back from being able to wear typical bridesmaids dresses. You can wear a mainstream dress again….and again!

6. The Perfect Bridesmaid Gift: Give a useable and appropriate gift! Skip paying for the jewelry or some cheesy ingraved item thats bound to get trashed. Get them the dress! You can find many options from $25.00 and up! Oh! I am so serious!

Check out some possibilities! My favorite of all (honestly, not partial at all) is Bevello’s,online fashion boutique,Chocolate Covered Strawberry Dress. This dress is formal enough to be bridesmaid savvy, but also so re-wearable! Its very girly and feminine and goes great with brown and pink themed weddings!

bevello $55.00

Delias "Lianna Dress" 44.50

Forever 21 "Enchanted Cocktail Dress" 24.80

Alloy "Chiffon Halter Dress" 29.50

Be a bevello stylista winner is….

Published on May 14, 2009 in bevello News. 0 Comments Tags: $20.00, be a bevello stylista, bevello, bevello harem pants, chirp necklace, contest, etsy, forever 21, katie marchese, tuesday, vixen and prudence.

Katie Marchese! Congratulations! you have earned yourself a $20.00 bevello gift certificate!

Here’s what Katie put together with our harem pant

black harem pants from bevello!

http://www.bevello.com/product_p/rp9007.htm

Bevello Harem Pants

ruffle top from forever21

Ruffle top Forever 21

http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=top%5Fdressy&product%5Fid=2060262360&Page=all#

vintage beaded pillbox hat from vixenandprudence on etsy

Vintage Pillbox Hat Etsy(vixen and prudence)

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22676775

long necklace from bevello

Chirp Necklace from bevello

http://www.bevello.com/product_p/fo277.htm

HOW:

I’d dress up the harem pants with a brightly colored ruffle top, and accent the look with a vintage pillbox hat to add that extra oomph. You could go crazy with some super colorful stilettos, or keep it simple with basic black pumps. The long birdcage necklace adds the perfect touch of whimsy.

WHERE:

Perfect for an evening of cocktails at a poetry slam in NYC. This look is urban chic and sure to turn heads.

Thank Katie! You have amazing taste! Katie is also the co-owner of Vixen and Prudence http://tinyurl.com/plbree. You can find the pillbox hat(Katie is also modeling the hat!) as well the clutch in my orginal contest post. Katie and her friend Lena started the shop recently and have some really amazing vintage finds for extremely affordable prices!

Great first contest! Next week we will be holding another be a bevello stylista contest on tuesday so be on the look out!