"There are no ugly women, only lazy ones."
-Helena Rubinstein




14 March 2012

understated

le blog de betty

le blog de betty

the sartorialist
There's something just so downtown parisien chic about a simple sweater and jeans combo. True beauty is effortless, natural, and found in understatement. It is not found in layers of make-up, hair treatments, and too put-together ensembles, rather it shines when the mask comes off and the guard is let down.

05 March 2012

march inspiration



Free People's March catalog was, as usual, filled with gorgeous, vibrant, inspiring images. Check them out. xo



















04 March 2012

denim

free people
Urban Renewal Cold Shoulder Denim Shirt
free people
I've always sort of considered denim anything-other-than-jeans to be tacky and a little too reminiscent of '90s rock stars, that is, until recently. I have completely fallen for denim dresses and blouses, and while I'm not sold on denim jackets just yet, they are growing on me.

 In particular, what I love so much about the denim trend is the downtown-chic feel created with the mixture of well-structured, well-fitted silhouette and a casual, unpretentious, durable fabric. In looking for denim dresses and blouses, make sure that the pieces are well-fitted; anything too loose or even slightly shapeless will ruin the effect.
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