Rompers.

What’s old is new again. Emerging as a trend last year, rompers have now taken a huge section of the clothing industry. For those of you wanting to dip your toes into the confidence and freedom a romper can give you, here are a couple different styles you can choose from.

Casual: This romper is perfect for strolling around shopping with your girlfriends or meeting your parents for lunch. This style should be somewhat conservative, and is perfect for running errands. They are still not appropriate for work, but maybe this would be boarder-lining acceptable for casual Friday.

Date Night: Ok ladies. Along with multiple things we love, floppy hats and bright lipstick included, your man may not buy into this trend just yet. Something about a “playsuit” reminds him of daycare. Make the date night romper sexy by playing with necklines, back detail, and heels. 

Girls Night Out: This is the time to experiment with that crazy-awesome print or embellished romper. Your girls will support you in your fashion-defying outfits any day. Go wild ladies.  

Beach/Festivals/Soul Searching: This is the romper for the inner hippie, beach lovin’ goddess in each of us. You can spot these flowy, lace and crochet-detailed rompers at festivals and the beach. They are more of a cover-up than an actual outfit. Rock them with wide brimmed hats and heart-shaped sunglasses.   

Here at  Lucky B we have a couple of different styles to choose from. Come shop in-store or online today!

http://showmestreetstyle.blogspot.com/2014/02/blackless-style-2014-tendencias.html

http://withlovefromkat.com/splendid-olive-green-cotton-romper-with-valentino-rockstud-sandals-and-maje-scarf/

https://saboskirt.com/Shop

http://www.happilygrey.com

Finding the Perfect Maxi Dress

Finding the Perfect Maxi Dress 

The bright sunny weather of summer is right around the corner, and it’s the perfect time for dresses. Maxi’s are comfy and beautiful, but sometimes it’s a struggle finding the perfect one that really flatters your body. 

Here is some advice for all body types, particularly for petites and plus size women.   

Petites

If you’re short, like me, you might be hesitant about trying on maxi dresses, because you’re pretty sure a maxi dress will make you look even shorter… Despite that, with some of these tips below, you can rock a maxi style. 

Length 

Remember to pick a dress that’s no longer than your ankles. Anything longer can overwhelm your body, looking like you’re buried in your dress. Besides, it’s harder to walk with a long hem, unless you wear heals.  

Fit 

Pick a fitted dress over a loose one. A flowy maxi is elegant and stunning, but it can make you look wider than you really are. A fitted dress with a defined waist line is the most flattering for a petite body type. 

Neckline 

V-neck lines are great for someone who is petite, since allows the eyes to draw attention to your upper body. On the other hand, strapless or spaghetti straps are less ideal, since it can make the upper body look wider, providing a short and boxy look.  

Color 

Solid colors have a slimming effect, which makes a petite look taller. Don’t be afraid to try prints though! Tiny prints are preferable compared to larger options as to not overwhelm the frame.  

Plus Size 

Fit 

Similar to petites, it’s better to wear fitted dresses over a flowy maxi dress. Maxi dresses with undefined lines can look shapeless so be sure to find a dress with a fitted or adjustable tie at the waist to define those beautiful curves. 

Neckline 

Wide straps are recommended, since it flatters the body by making the width of your shoulders look narrower. Also, large straps can provide that extra support if you’re busty. However, try to avoid spaghetti straps, since a body frame tends to look squared without lines.  

Color 

Again, solid colors are ideal for a maxi dress, since it has a slimming effect. Also, have some fun with bold prints! Bold prints draw the focus away from any imperfections and have an overall flattering affect on all body types. 

Accessorize 

Accessories are also great because you can mix up your basics and get more looks out of a smaller clothing collection! Having a statement neckless can focus the eyes on the upper body (just like V-necks or large straps). Adding a belt around your waist defines the body line, allowing you to show off the curves that you have. 

Maxi dresses are now available in store and at luckybboutique.com

Come stope by and pick your favorite dress to wear on a bright sunny weather! 

References: 

http://www.buzzle.com/articles/how-to-find-a-maxi-dress-for-your-body-shape.html

http://www.theblondielocks.com/2013/07/24/maxi-dresses-for-every-body-type/

http://www.thebudgetfashionista.com/archive/petite-maxis/

http://www.thechicfashionista.com/maxi-dresses-2.html

Spring Makeup

Birds chirping, flowers blooming, spring break, longer days, breaking out the sandals ... whats not to love about spring? A new season calls for a new beauty routine. Achieve a fresh, feminine look with these simple spring makeup pointers.

Face: Clean, moisturized skin with a soft blush will give you a youthful appearance. If you need to use foundation use a liquid one that will give you enough coverage to look evened out, but will still let your skin breath. To achieve that dewy look, apply highlighting powder to the top of your cheekbones. To add a little more shine to your face use a light, shimmer eye shadow and dab it into the tear duct area of the eye, brow line, and down the middle of your nose.

Eyes: Your eye shadow should be minimal, ranging from pale shades of colors to neutrals. Go heavy on your mascara for an extra-feminine look.

Lips: Experiment with lip color. Since the eyes and face are toned down you’re free to experiment with a bright coral lipstick, or pop of fuchsia. A pale pink lip-gloss that’s pigmented will round out the look.

Don’t forget to stop by Lucky B Boutique to get the latest spring fashions.

 -XOXO

Photo credit: http://www.makeuploversunite.com/image/80387171781

Our Favorite Workouts

Get excited because this summer we will start carrying a new active wear line here at Lucky B Boutique. In honor of the new workout clothes, we decided to make a blog of some of our favorite Pinterest workouts!

 

Have you always wanted beautiful, toned, arms like Jennifer Anniston? Next time you hit the gym try these six arm moves and be on your way to great arms.

Dreaming of six pack abs? Try these moves to get the stomach you always wanted

 

Because we all about that bass, bout that bass... Sorry couldn't help it. These moves will help you strengthen your glutes and get a butt even J-Lo is jealous of.

 

 

 





Two-Tone Pearl Nails

A couple blog posts ago, I wrote a blog about some tips when doing your nails. So, this time when I did my nails, I decided to try using some tips that I found, and created this fun and girly two-tone look.

  

What I did

1.  I filed my nails to a box shape

2.  After filing and putting on hand cream (it’s healthier for your nails to moisturize), I applied a coat of baby pink polish

3.  After the first coat of nail polish dries, I gently laid a piece of masking tape on my fingernails

4.  I painted a beige polish over my nails, and removed the masking tape carefully after the nail polish dried

5.  Using a toothpick, I drew a straight line across the split of the two manicures with a thicker consistency of glitter nail polish  

6.  After the glitter nail polish dried, I used a tiny bit of super glue to attach a bead on the middle of my finger

 

What I Learned  

When you’re using masking tape, make sure the first coat of nail polish is COMPLETELY dry before applying it. I learned that the hard way when I peeled off the masking tape and saw my nail polish got smudged… 

Also, toothpicks were a wonderful tool to work with, when I needed to remove any excess nail polish on the side. I was able to utilize a toothpick for tiny details too, making my nails look a little more like they were professionally done.

Tips For Your Best Beach Vacation Ever

 Baby Powder- We all know how great the beach is, but the sand that comes with it is absolutely horrendous. If you’re as tired of dragging sand back from the beach as we are, then try sprinkling baby powder on you to get the sand off your skin.

Fitted sheet- How have more people not thought of this awesome trick? Put your bags in the corners of a fitted sheet to get the sides to stay up, this will help prevent sand getting all over where you lay and it gives you a nice big area to lay in.

Empty sunscreen bottle- Tired of lugging a huge beach bag around, simply empty a sunscreen bottle and stuff the essentials (keys, phone, chapstick) inside it and bam, you never have to worry about that big bag again

Spring Break Nails

Whether you’re taking a vacation somewhere warm and tropical or staying home this spring break, there is always an excuse to get your nails done. This spring, pastel colors will be very hot again. Try mixing and matching colors using stripes, chevrons, or whatever you think looks great! Another trend is painting them beach-themed. Anchors, palm trees, and starfish are just some of the options you can choose from. Have any other great spring break nail ideas? Let us know in the comments below!

XOXO

Lucky B Boutique