The Maxi Skirt 3 Ways Posted by Unknown | Wednesday, May 8

In honor of Mother's day week... I wanted to offer my suggestion for the best go to, and stylish, kid friendly look! The Maxi skirt! When your chasing toddlers, short skirts don't work, trust me I have had a few moments! Short shorts are uncomfortable and jeans are too hot so the maxi is the perfect easy breezy option. The best thing about my top 3 is they are affordable and they are not floor length. Although I like a long skirt, I also need some air... if you know what I mean! Ha. The gray is the perfect grab and go and can be dressed down or up for an instant pulled together look. The black and white is slimming, and skimming on the hips and cuts at just at the right spot to elongate the leg. The salmon flows and can be dressed up with a statement necklace and fantastic sandal. All three can be worn with a basic white tank and this denim top, which also is flattering, providing a little coverage but still breaths.

The Maxi Skirt 3 Ways by ahndeamay featuring giuseppe zanotti

Miss Selfridge sleeveless top
missselfridge.com

Tall shirt
$23 - nelly.com

Topshop foldover maxi skirt
nordstrom.com

H m
$20 - hm.com

Mid calf skirt
$23 - chiarafashion.co.uk

Guess
guess.com

Giuseppe zanotti
giuseppezanottidesign.com

J Crew j crew jewelry
jcrew.com

J Crew j crew jewelry
jcrew.com

The Wrap Dress... for your shape Posted by Unknown | Monday, April 22

The wrap dress has been deemed the most flattering and comfortable type of dress for many years. I have in fact rocked several wrap dresses in my day, but have found there is no such thing as "one style fits all," even with an easy and accessible shape like this, you are still dressing for your body type. Hopefully by now, you know what body type you are, but if your not sure or need a refresher you can read about it here when I posted about the little black dress. 

Here are a few tips when searching for your go to wrap dress:

1. Understand your shape as it is right now. Not how it used to be in college, or how it was after you had a baby, or when you ran that 10K. What is your shape today, and how can you play up your best assets. 

2. Try on, try on try on. Even expert stylists don't know exactly what wardrobe will look like until the model or client tries it on. This processes becomes easier, the more comfortable you are with your body and learn the shapes that flatter most. 

3. Remember to fit the smallest part of your body.  

Athletic shape, you are fit, lean, and usually have a smaller chest. You want to focus on giving a nice line across the shoulder, allowing a v at the neck, and really emphasizing right under the chest, creating an hourglass shape.  

Bootylicious is my word for the pear shape, as I really wouldn't want to be compared to a pear rather embrace that I have a booty and make it look fantastic! This body type is typically smaller up top, which allows for tank top straps, or A line type styles. Really fitted at the waist line and then a bit more fullness on the bottom. Again, giving that hourglass and focusing the eye on that tiny waistline. 

Petite, this is actually one of the harder body types to style, as you need to avoid bulky materials and fabrics.  Keeping it simple with small print and details will allow you to look womanly.  Even though you are able to fit into more youthful styles, you still need to make smart choices.

Long and lean body types typically have longer torso's and legs. This can be a problem when looking for shorter style dresses. You would look amazing in a longer to the knee or right below fitted style with a wrap tie, but I wanted to give you a shorter option as well.  This dress has some detailing with the pockets and the small ruffle which will allow room for a longer torso. Also be prepared to grab a fun colored tight or legging as sometimes the length becomes tricky. 

If you are curvy your goal is to synch that waist allowing for a balance between a broader shoulder, large chest and a curvy hip line. Look for the v neck or a nice neckline showing the collar bones and a small amount of cleavage. Narrow at the waist and then a fitted bottom skimming the hip and thigh to really accentuate your shape.  Be careful, you can easily add unnecessary bulk by choosing wrong fabrics and styles. 

The Wrap Dress by ahndeamay featuring halter top dresses

Black and White Crush Posted by Unknown | Thursday, March 21

One of this seasons hottest trends is Black and White! Of course you know I have already been obsessed as I have black and white stripped shoes, a jacket, and this HeirBloom flower.  Mixing stripes and polka dots is another fantastic way to show off your unique style and play with different patterns.  You can honestly mix black and white with any color of the rainbow and it works. Today's feature is from my Spring collection and will be $5 off with coupon code spring5 

The promotion will run through Sunday so make sure to get your order in before they sell out. I only have a limited number available. Happy shopping! 

Black and White Crush by ahndeamay featuring leather pumps

Lot78 printed shirt / Ralph Lauren blazer / Warehouse mid-rise jeans, $64 / Truth or Dare peep toe ankle strap heels / Zara leather pumps / MICHAEL Michael Kors gold bracelet watch / Aurélie Bidermann heart jewelry / NARS Cosmetics