June 2019 – A Shopping Queen's Blog

Summer Essentials You Need In Your Wardrobe

To all warm weather lovers, summer has arrived. We bet that you have stashed away heavy leather and chunky knitwear in order to usher in the stylish season ahead. With an abundance of trends emerging from both the runways as well as the social media feeds, do you know what’s skipping and what’s worth coveting? Well, read on.

If you are looking to keep your wardrobe up-to-date, the top street style fashionistas have the women fashion clothing inspiration you need. From Paris, Milan to New York, every fashion week featured outstanding outfits. We have rounded up some street style trends for you to add to your shopping list. From the 90s-inspired strappy sandal to beach-ready seashell adorned accessories, these are some style essentials to know for Summer 2019.

Animal Prints

This season, street style stars let their animal instincts take over with bold and wild prints. Animal prints are having a major moment thanks to the likes of Burberry, Gucci, and Tom Ford. Walk on your wild side with the cheetah, leopard, zebra, and snakeskin. oud leopard print was a favorite amongst the fashionistas and appeared on a variety of clothing, including pants, coats, dresses, suits, and more. Unleash your own inner jungle cat, choose strong and striking designs with bold and bright colors. You can consider an all-over leopard print look with matching separates or a dress/jumpsuit.

The Smocked Dress

Smocking is not necessarily new but for this season, designers and brands are coming up with more feminine scrunchie details in the daintiest silhouettes. From eye-catching pleats to girly floral prints, there is nothing that screams summer more than these smocked cheap women dresses.

One Shoulder Tops

One shoulder is the new off-the-shoulder. Show off your frilly side with this white ruffled top.

Sensible Shorts

Cycling shorts may have stolen the show last year, but for this season things are looking a little looser. Tailored, micro, knee-length shorts are definitely the new summer go-to.

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Where To Buy Evening Gowns Online

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Received an invitation to a party or a wedding dinner? If yes, then this means you will need an evening gown with a flattering fit and the right material. It is not every day you get the chance to dress up like a princess, which is why we think you should make the most of the chance when it comes. There are many reasons to own a fine evening gown, whether it is for a summer ball or Christmas parties. Nothing boosts a dress as much as outstanding self-confidence. Wear your formal dress with pride and remember the only one who can hold you back is you.

Where can you buy beautiful and affordable gowns online? Well, look no further than Babyonlinedresses, a well-known online store that specializes in gowns and dresses. As a leading brand of bridal and evening wear, Babyonlinedress has been making dreams come to life with their stunning collections.

There is a lot of options when it comes to formal attire for women. If you are searching for sexy evening gowns for your special events, take a look at some of the gowns below:-

You cannot go wrong with a classic gown in a solid neutral like black or deep blue, but especially for events like prom, why not take the opportunity to shine in a gown in a jewel tone like red or turquoise?

For weddings, especially day-time ones, a long dress in a pastel hue will have you looking sweet. There are many styles to choose from, from trendy off-shoulder to backless and slit details to embellishments like lace and pleats.

An open back formal dress is beautiful on its own. You can style your dress with glamorous jewelry and stylish heels that heighten your game.

There is nothing like a new evening dress to make you feel amazing, especially if you are attending a special event. From sleek and elegant cocktail dresses to glamorous floor-length evening gowns, Babyonlinedress can make you look and feel great without having to leave the house.

Zara Sandal Trend

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Zara is a retailer that is always the first to stock up the coolest emerging trend. Recently we spotted this sandal with buckle details on their website. From strappy kitten heels to espadrilles, the buckle details on many sandals at Zara makes us realize that this trend is coming soon and will definitely be a hit. Get ready and shop them now.

Strappy mid-height heel

Leather sandal with tortoiseshell buckle

Leather wrap espadrille with ankle strap

Thick sole athletic sandal

H&M Latest Release For Summer 2019

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We are always on the lookout for affordable and tasteful must-haves. So, when we hopped over to the H&M site recently, our jaws dropped. Their new summer range is filled with on-trend essentials. There are strappy sandals, playful rompers, cute dresses and more. Honestly, it was difficult to narrow it down to our favorites because there are just too many.

If you are planning to give your wardrobe a summer makeover without breaking the bank, take a look at these irresistible options. Snag these releases while you can, because we have no doubt they will be gone soon.

Ruffled Jumpsuit $24.99

Short Tee $17.99

Sandals $12.99

Knee Length Denim Shorts $29.99

Choosing The Perfect Pageant Dress

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If you are in a pageant, then you want to be noticed. After all, all the contestants in attendance are bound to be beautiful. Confidence is key when it comes to winning your pageant. A lot of confidence comes from what you are wearing. The right dress can really make you stand out amongst all of the other women competing in a beauty pageant. There are many things to consider when it is time to choose between the wholesale pageant dresses available today.

It is very important to take your time when choosing the dress. Below are some of the things to consider when it comes to choosing the right dress for you.

The Shape

The first thing you want to consider is the shape of the dress. The silhouette of a dress is important because it can accentuate or bring attention to your best features as well as hide areas about which you may feel insecure. If you really like your torso area, you can go with a form-fitting number. If you are conscious about your hips, you can have the dress puff out once the dress hits your hips.

Colors and Patterns

Next is to consider the color or pattern of your dress. You want to choose a color or design that is flattering to your skin tone and will show up well on television. Therefore, it is good to consider which colors look best on you but also which colors may not pop well on camera. When trying on pageant dresses, try looking at a dress from far away. Very often, a camera will not be able to pick up all of the details of a dress. Thus, you may not want to choose dresses that have elaborate details and go with a color that pops or design that is easy to recognize from far away.

The Neckline

The neckline is one of the most important features of your pageant dress. You definitely want to wear a dress with a pleasing neckline, but you want to make sure that it is not too low. After all, if a neckline is too low, you risk showing too much of yourself and giving off a negative impression of your character. Try to go with a neckline that accentuates your features in a classy way. For example, if you have toned arms, you may want to go with a high neckline to draw attention to your arms. You can also go with a halter top-type neckline or you could have a neckline that is more square in nature.

Dress With Straps

The straps of a dress will affect both the neckline and the shape of the dress. There are many choices to choose when it comes to the straps of your pageant dress. Dresses with straps make a good impact. If you decide to have straps on your pageant dress, you then need to decide how thick these straps will be and where they will fall on your body. Remember to make sure that the dress does what it needs to do, which is stay in place when you are walking across the stage.

Materials and Fabrics

The type of materials the dress is made out of will affect its overall look and how comfortable you feel in the dress. You can find dresses that are made from beads, satin or silk. Ultimately, the materials of the dress will be affected by the look you want to go for and what feels best when you try the dress on.

You cannot steal the crown if the pageant gown is not worthy. Shop through the wide selection of styles, colors, and designs at Babyonline, the only retailer that has everything you need to impress even the most experienced judges. Their gowns are the most show-stopping collection for the season. With any of these dazzling pageant dresses, you will be able to show your individuality and personality. Hurry and start shopping now.

Swimwear That Will Be All Over Instagram

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The swim season is finally here! With longer days and warmer weather on the horizon, many of us are ditching our knitwear in favor of poolside backdrops and a lot more skin. Whether you just returned from a winter getaway or are headed out of town for a summer break, it is never too early to update your swimwear collection. Unless you live next to the beach, we are aware that most people buy just one or two new swimsuits per season. Thus, deciding which one you are going to invest in for this year requires some careful research. Like everything else in fashion, every season you will find designers releasing new bikinis and one-pieces.

Last year’s viral swimwear trends included fruit prints, ruffled sleeves, cut-out one-pieces and of course, the ultra-flattering tie-front top. While these trends certainly are not going anywhere this year, there are some fresh sexy womens swimwear styles starting to crop up. The trend for 2019 seems to be corset-like lace-up detailing, animal prints to wrap-dress inspired waist ties. Fortunately, these upcoming trends are as flattering as they are wearable.

Do read on to see which trend speaks to you.

1. V-Neck

A plunging neckline is ultra-sexy and the floral design gives this one-piece a bohemian touch. It features a crisscross strap in the back. Deep V-necks and more flattering bold styling were an incredible adjustment to the one-piece styles from before.

2. Ruffles

Ruffled trim along the top and bottoms make this sunny suit super sweet.

3. Wide Straps

If you do not like delicate spaghetti straps, then this one-piece with wider ones ensures everything stays put when you are frolicking out in the waves.

4. Leopard

Nike Is Celebrating All Bodies With Plus Sized Mannequins

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Whenever we see activewear at the stores or online, we are often shown mannequins or images of lean bodies with abs. This is how many sportswear retailers market their clothes. Well, things are changing because last week, Nike introduced a female plus-size mannequin at its flagship Oxford Street store in London. This sports brand has a plus-sized range since 2017 but now shoppers can see the natural range that female bodies come in. Besides the plus-size mannequins, there are also mannequins with disabilities, which is a welcome addition in the sportswear industry. Nike has worked with high profile plus-sized influencers like Chloe Elliott.

Hottest Sandals Of The Season

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Summer means vacations and barbecues, but sartorially speaking, it is also a huge shift to open-toe season. It is the time of the year where we can break out our open-toe shoes and let our bare feet breathe fresh air. This also means that it is time to make space in your closet for the new shoe trend.

There was plenty of shoe inspiration to be found on the spring/summer 2019 runways. From womens water sandals to sneakers to clunky platforms, there are shoes for every occasion. After examining the spring 2019 collections, we can narrow down to which sandals everyone will be packing on vacation come summer. They are going to be the heel you will see everywhere.

Without further ado, below are sandals trends that will be dominating this season and it is time to find out how to get the looks for yourself.

The Platform

Designers got a jump start on the platform trend for spring and summer 2019 with this carefree, woven, ’70s-style sandal options that are just aching for a good summer date night. Comfortable and impossibly chic, these womens walking sandals are an excellent addition to your summer wardrobe.

The Simple Mule

One and done. That’s how much effort it takes to put your foot into a flat slide mule. This season’s best options come in chunky heels and different hues. Keep it simple with these slip-on mules.

The Naked Sandal

You might have noticed a certain footwear trend that has trickled down from the spring/summer ’19 runways and popped up on your feeds. “What trend?” You asked? That would be these downright sexy “naked sandals” that are perfect for hotter temperatures ahead, thanks to their cool, foot-baring, minimalist silhouettes.

The Two-Strap

The block heel sandals are still going strong. These subtly tapered heels give a trendy update to any block-heeled shoe. Try them out in any height, or in a sandal or fancier pump. Consider it the shoe mascot of the summer wedding.

The Flatform

Remember the chunky flatform styles made famous by the likes of Steve Madden and Rocket Dog back in the 90’s? This controversial footwear trend is popping up this season again. If you did not wear them as a kid, you better buy yourself a pair now.

Gladiator Sandals

All hail the gladiator sandal. With endless styles and shapes, do not be afraid to play around with this season’s “it” sandal style. For the most flattering results, consider adding a bit of height and go for a nude color skinny stiletto heel. Pair the lace up gladiator sandals with an A-line skirt or a shift dress with a hemline that falls mid-thigh, to give the illusion of leaner limbs.

Athleisure Sandals

The enduring athleisure trend, marked by sneakers, activewear, and old-school streetwear staples are reworked with a polished edge this season. One of this summer’s staples is basically a warm-weather version of sporty sneakers. These strappy sport-style Lostisy Shoes with fuss-free Velcro strap are about to go viral.

Hope you can find some inspiration from this list and have your pedicures at the ready!

To Wear Or Not To Wear A Wedding Tiara

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When it comes to wedding accessories, there is none more hotly debated than the tiara. Why? This is because some women believe that the traditional princess tiara is an outdated piece which reminds them of children’s fancy dress party but we believe that a woman’s wedding day is a chance for her to go all out and make herself feel like royalty. A wedding tiara definitely adds a touch of sparkle and grace. In recent years, there were royal weddings such as the wedding of Kate Middleton to Prince William and Megan Markle to Prince Harry. Both the brides wore diamond tiaras at their wedding. Since then, the wedding tiara has gained popularity among brides today.

So should you wear a stunning wedding tiara on your wedding day? Firstly you have to ask yourself whether your day is suited to such a formal piece. If your dress, venue or theme is fairly casual, then a traditional tiara would look out of place as part of your bridal ensemble.

If you have decided that a tiara is right for you, then you have plenty of beautiful styles to choose from that can complement your wedding day look and theme. There are many types of tiaras and even ETSY Personal Made ones. Let’s take a look below:-

Floral

Inspired by nature, this floral tiara by Davids Bridal® USA is a delightful design. Instead of having a design running all around the head, you can have an elaborate and intricate design on one side. This tiara looks great with tied up hairstyles too.

Pearls

Pearls are a classic symbol of grace and signify femininity. This wedding tiara by AW Bridal® exudes elegance and charm.

Queen Bee

If you want something different, this berry crystal tiara is just perfect. It has the perfect crown design that is sure to up your wedding style.

Gold

A subtle gold wedding tiara with crystals from AW Bridal Tiaras makes a gorgeous piece that will make you look elegant and regal.

Wedding tiaras are a fashion statement which has existed centuries ago. Whether for a wedding or any function, a tiara can really add to a woman’s overall look. So have you picked one that you really like? You may want to check out more beautiful tiaras at AW Bridal, the only online wedding retail store that has everything you need for your big day. If you want to find out more about this company, read the AW bridal Review and ratings by their customers.

Big Hair Clips Trend 2019

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Hair clips have been around for a few seasons but they can be difficult to wear, especially when one bad clip placement can take you from sophisticated to school girl in a single snap. Remember when you had like 10 different types of hair clips and barrettes in your drawer during the 2000s and eventually threw them away? Well these hair clips are back and there are endless ways to wear them.

During the recent fashion weeks, many models were strutting down the runway with exposed bobby pins and statement hair barrettes. There are a lot of options to choose from, so if a statement Gucci barrette or snap clip is not your thing, you can go for a simpler, dainty look with sleek hairpins. Take a look below at how you can style the 2019 hair clip trend.