Slingbacks are making a major comeback so today we are sharing a wallet-friendly alternative to the classic Chanel slingback.
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Karlie Kloss Found Your Perfect Fit Jeans
Is there a model more beloved than Karlie Kloss? We think not. We’re inspired everyday by her personal style, motivation and confidence. But, as we all know, Karlie is more than just a pretty face. Supermodel, yes. But Karlie is an equally passionate student (she recently enrolled at NYU), entrepreneur and philanthropist. An iconic trailblazer, Karlie has now joined Express in a new role as both brand ambassador and creative consultant. Her first role as brand ambassador? Fronting the retailer’s #ExpressLife campaign, which celebrates the optimistic attitude and dream-big mindset of the Express customer.
From flares to leggings, the new #ExpressLife collection features an assortment of updated washes and innovative fabrics, including the new Performance Stretch jean made from a breakthrough fabric that retains its shape throughout the day (buh-bye baggy jeans).
Plus, true to Kloss style, the campaign will also support a great cause. The “Like a Kloss” T-shirt (pictured above) will be carried in Express stores and online, with a portion of proceeds supporting Kode with Klossy, a coding camp launched by Karlie that teaches girls to build real apps with code. To celebrate the launch of the new campaign (and our love of Karlie!), we selected our favorites from the #ExpressLife denim collection.
Scroll through to find the perfect pair for your personality, and together, let’s share the power of dreaming BIG.
Excited about the trying the jeans? Head to Express to shop the latest!
This Print Trend Is About To Blow Up
ICYMI the 90’s are back–and as 90’s babies, we could not be happier! We all remember the rainbow jerseys we wore growing up. Well, now thanks to celebs like Soraya Bakhtiar and Bella Hadid who have already been spotted wearing rainbow jerseys, the trend is going to be huge come fall!
In the mood to have one again? You’re in luck–our favorite rainbow jersey from Chloé is on sale. Shop it here!
All Hail: The LOEWE Bag That Will Always Be a Classic
When it comes to your wardrobe, items will come and go. Yes, I’m talking about that jelly bag those over-the-knee gladiator sandals that were so in a few seasons ago and the cut out shoulder tops – thank heavens for trend cycles, am I right ladies? On the other hand, there are a few pieces in your wardrobe that never go out of style. They’re your go-to for a busy day, your third wheel on a date night, and maybe even your travel buddy. The Loewe ‘Puzzle’ bag, as worn by on Parisian-Londoner style doyenne Camille Charrière, is one of those classics. It’s versatile and timeless, yet makes a statement with its architectural structure and wide selection of patterns and colors.
The best part, however, may be the versatility–because unlike other single-occasion bags, the Puzzle Bag can be worn in five different ways: clutch, cross body, messenger, over the shoulder – and as a satchel. While some trends come and go, this bag is here to stay. So clear some shelf space in that closet of yours, this bag is worth the investment and you’ll love it for years to come.
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Do you have a bag you think is a classic? Let us know your favorite in the comments below!
The Jacquie Aiche Earrings That Every Blogger Is Wearing Right Now
It’s Official: Every Girl Is Obsessed With Off-The-Shoulder
For a chic, comfortable top you can pair with almost any bottom, look no further than an off-the-shoulder top. Perfect for weekends and evenings out, this season’s off-the-shoulder tops are perfect to give you that je ne sais quoi vibe.
Keep scrolling to check out our favorites to add to your closet now.
The Only Shoes You’ll Need This Season
Trimmed with cozy shearling, Gucci’s Princeton mules have quickly become the go-to shoe of street-style stars everywhere. We love the shoe and while we’re all for investment purchases, we know that spending $1000 on shoes is often not the best decision. Luckily, we’ve sourced two stylish alternatives to the lust-worthy shoe–and you’ll never know the difference. Wear yours with everything from denim to midi dresses–and even overalls.
Keep scrolling to shop our affordable selection of slip on mules—and the Gucci Princeton mules, if you’re so inclined.
What do you think of the backless mule trend? Tell us in the comments below, and then shop more from mules from Nordstrom!
We Found The Perfect Under $100 Desk to Dinner Shoe
This is How To Wear Pleats Like An It Girl
You may remember when Naomi Watts stepped out at the Met Gala wearing a white pleated Thierry Mugler gown, bombshell waves and red lips, channeling the iconic Marilyn Monroe. Well, being a supermodel—Watts looked ferociously hot— and while dressing like Marilyn isn’t for everyone, this trend totally is.
Pleats are appearing more and more this season on clothing, headpieces, bags—and even on shoes. From micro pleats on shoulder bags, to knife pleats on voluminous skirts—and even and even a pleated strap on a sandal, this trend is taking over—in fact, according to Forbes, pleats are now the third biggest fashion trend for 2016 because of the movement, style and class they add to any look. Although most trends are passing, we are predicting this one will be here well through 2017.
Keep scrolling for some serious pleat inspiration!
Tip 1: Try wearing a pleated dress with unexpected pieces.
Who: Gilda Ambrosio
Tip 2: Create a playful day time look by pairing a casual blouse with a pleated leather skirt.
Who: Jane Keltner de Valle
Tip 3: Team a your favorite jeans with a pleated silk blouse for a casual Friday look that commands attention.
Who: Elin Kling
Tip 4: Layer your favorite tee over a pleated dress.
Who: Lauren Recchia
Tip 5: Try wearing your favorite crop top with a pair of pleated, high waisted pants.
Tip 5: Who: Erica Hoida
What’s your favorite way to wear pleats? Tell us in the comments below then head to Revolve to shop more pleated pieces!
The Art of Perfecting Your Emails—An Expert Weighs In
Here’s a scary stat for all you businesswomen out there: according to Inc. most sales emails only have a 1% response rate! That’s a lot of unanswered emails and while many of you ladies aren’t in sales, it is still indicative of the amount of ignored emails. We’ve all been the victims of unanswered emails and it is definitely not a good feeling. While it is easy to place blame on the receiver, the truth is there are a lot of ways you can improve your emails to engage the audience and make it impossible for them to ignore you. Lucky for us, (and now you!) Maritza Berta, Senior Integrated Marketing Manager at Omnia Media, writes killer emails and has great insight to offer on what are the best tactics for sending a great email. Berta sat down with Style Salute to offer her valuable advice on how to perfect emails—and we’re here to relay that information to you.
Keep reading for Berta’s valuable tips for perfecting your email etiquette—plus shop our favorite office accessories that are sure to motivate you during the workday.
TIP 1: ARTICULATION IS KEY
“I like to think of articulation (clarity and focus) as a form of email “karma.” If you go in with the intention of wanting help the person on the receiving end of your email (whether it be a colleague, client, or your boss), your thoroughness will be rewarded; as it will avoid unnecessary follow up emails…everybody wins!”
TIP 2: ORGANIZE BEFORE COMPOSING
“Whatever the purpose of your email, take the time to organize your own thoughts and understand what it is you want your message to convey. Once you have a clear understanding of what you want your email to achieve, you’ll find the right language to get your point across in the most efficient and comprehensive way.”
TIP 3: MAKE IT EASY FOR THE RECEIVER
“If action is required on the part of the email recipient, then perhaps flagging the “action items” or “next steps” will prove a helpful way for all parties to get on the same page.”
TIP 4: BULLET POINTS ARE YOUR FRIENDS
“Often times, when updating your team after a creative brainstorm or a strategy session, you’ll find that the notes you took are more in form of shorthand or abstract thoughts. That’s when bullets points come in handy. They allow you to breakdown your thoughts and highlight/categorize information. I’ve noticed that when presenting a lot of information, people tend to have an adverse reaction to long paragraphs. So separating paragraphs into “snackable” bullet point format will make the information more digestible.”
TIP 5: PROOF READ
“Though deadlines might be pressing, I would still strongly encourage that you give your email a fine-tooth comb reading before you hit the send button! While the instinct might be to rely on spell-check, we’ve all experienced the unintended “typos” that occur from autocorrect.”
TIP 6: MAKE SURE TO PUT YOUR BEST SELF FORWARD
Your emails are a reflection of you, so make sure to put your best self forward. “In the same way that your personal appearance says a lot about your inner esteem, I feel there is a comparable sentiment that careless typos or grammatical errors reflect an individual’s level of thoughtfulness and attention to detail – it’s a form of respect to those receiving your emails and those are qualities that matter! “
TIP 7: BE AN EMPOWERED WOMAN AND AVOID THE WORD “SORRY”
“Please avoid starting a sentence with the word “Sorry.” I’ve unfortunately found this habit to be more common among my female colleagues – especially when asking for information or requesting action to be taken. There is nothing to be sorry about. The key to avoiding having to apologize in an email is to be cognizant of the tone (or unintended tone) that you are projecting in your email. You don’t want to sound overly apologetic in your email, as it will eventually undercut your authority.”
TIP 8: DON’T BE TOO ABRASIVE
“I feel there is definitely ways to cushion the language. For example, if you are waiting for a report from a colleague, your request could be positioned as: Looking forward to receiving the X report. Let me know when you think it will be ready for review, thanks! VS. I need the X report by EOD.”
TIP 9: HYPERLINKING IS YOUR FRIEND
“So, maybe I’m late to the party on this one, but I recently learned how to hyperlink key words in Gmail. You press the “command” button and the letter “K” at the same time over the word you want hyperlinked. Now I use this function all the time! At my company we use Gmail as our email provider and share all of our documents in Google Drive. So instead of attaching documents to our emails, I “hyperlink” to the relevant documents in the shared drive.” More on how to hyperlink using Gmail here.
TIP 10: SUBJECT LINES SHOULD BE RIGHT TO THE POINT
“Subject lines, in general, should be simple and direct. If you are sending several emails to your internal team throughout the day, regarding a whole variety of different projects, then using key words in your subject line that provide practical information (perhaps the name of the given project or the current Version of a document) will help when filing your email, as well as for future reference when searching for past material. If your email is intended to be more client-facing, then taking a moment to come up with a catchy subject line will be well-worth the effort. In the end, we all want the same thing: for our emails to be read!”
TIP 11: THERE IS ALWAYS TIME FOR A POLITE LEAD
“Even though we all operate in a “need it 5 minutes ago,” world, there is always time to be friendly. Sometimes it feels like an antiquated practice, but ultimately, I think it’s appreciated. Also, depending on the nature of your relationship with the recipient, a friendly introduction may be a great place to further build camaraderie. Seasonal or sports events lend themselves to natural opening greetings (“Hope you enjoyed your Father’s Day” OR “How about that game?”).”
TIP 12: BOLD IMPORTANT INFORMATION
“If a client needs a presentation by a certain date and/or time of day, then I will definitely bold that information and flag it at the beginning of my email. Establishing deadlines puts wheels in motion since there are always a lot of moving parts in a team dynamic and it’s important everyone is operating accordingly.”
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