The Hotness

Olcay Gulsen Wide Neck Dress - $500

It would be an understatement to say that I'm in love with this Olcay Gulsen dress, which is available through Shopbop (www.shopbop.com).  I love everything about it: the high slit, the wide neck and the silk jersey material.  I'd like to wear it out to dinner during this holiday season--this is how we do sexy in Atlanta.

Jennifer Lopez Faux-Fur Crop Jacket - $50

I'd rock it with this faux fur cropped jacket from Kohl's (www.kohls.com) and these stunning T-strap pumps from Dillard's (www.dillards.com).

Sam Edelman Scarlett Pumps - $200

Have a question?  Do you want suggestions on what to wear for a specific occasion?  Email me at wearing.it.out@gmail.com.  Follow me on Twitter - @SophiaHonora

Happy shopping!

Sophia 

Deal of the Day

Francesca's Collections (www.francescascollections.com), one of my favorite shops for party dresses and work blouses, is having a sale on dresses this weekend.  The "Buy One Dress, Get one 50% Off" sale is available online and in stores.  Dresses range in price from $38 to $68.  The discount will be applied to the lower priced dress.

Animal Games Dress - $44

Blue Horizon Dress - $44

Skyline Dress - $44

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Sophia 

What to Wear to a Fall Wedding?

I received a question from a dear friend on my Facebook page about what to wear to an upcoming wedding.   My immediate thoughts when I received the question were "Please let this be a Fall wedding!" and "Oooh, a fur cape?"  Yes, I'm really itching for an opportunity to wear a fur cape, and I think that evening weddings in the Fall will be the perfect occasions to wear one.  Here's my suggestion:

I love this strapless dress option by Adrianna Papell ($130, www.dillards.com).  Navy is a more sophisticated neutral than basic black, which guarantees that you'll stand out from the crowd.  Also, the criss-cross ruching under the bust and flowy pleats give the dress a feminine quality that keeps it from being too plain.

Touch Ups' play on the T-strap are a great complement to the navy color of the dress ($73.95, www.endless.com).  The gold-tone and the jewels will look great on darker skin tones.

And, finally, the (faux) fur cape.  I love this option from Robbi & Nikki ($325, www.nordstrom.com).  It's faux, which will keep you from being splattered in red paint, and comes with three removable brooches.  Sexy.

Have a question?  Do you want suggestions on what to wear for a specific occasion?  Email me at wearing.it.out@gmail.com.  Follow me on Twitter - @SophiaHonora

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Sophia 

Saucy Office Wear

I try not to be too predictable in life, because I like to keep people guessing.  My date last night was amused by my apparently paradoxical ability to love both the color pink and football.  I told him I'm an enigma.  I am, however, fairly constant in one area of my life: I love appropriately sexy work outfits.

I think that this dress from The Loft (www.loft.com) and these Michael Kors pumps would make any of us feel office-saucy.  I think I may coin that...

Juliette Lace Cap Sleeve Dress - $89.50

You and I both know that those Kors by Michael Kors Gunmetal Python Print Peep Toe Slingbacks are spectacular.  They are definitely worth the $290 (www.stylebop.com).  The Tory Burch (www.toryburch.com) Robinson satchel is $550.

I just had to wipe a tear from my cheek due to the overwhelming admiration I have for this outfit.  Siiiiigh.  Ogle on, ladies.

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Sophia 

Fashion Crush Friday!

This one-shoulder dress from Miss Selfridge is my fashion crush for this weekend.  I plan to wear something similar to Fashion's Night Out festivities next week.

 Mink Mesh 1 Shoulder Dress - £45.00 (www.missselfridge.com)

Glittered Bangle Set - $6.80 (www.forever21.com)

Wild Diva Women's Lorane - $40.50 (www.endless.com)

 Elliott Lucca Cordoba Clutch - $98.00 (www.nordstrom.com)

Want to find FNO activities near you?  Check out Event Listings at http://fashionsnightout.com. 

Have a question?  Do you want suggestions on what to wear for a specific occasion?  Email me at wearing.it.out@gmail.com.  Follow me on Twitter - @SophiaHonora

Happy shopping!

Sophia  

Deal of the Day Thursday

If you know anything about me by now, you know I love Banana Republic.  I love the cute silk shirts and pencil skirts and jackets and shoes...sigh.  Well, for today only the Banana, as I lovingly refer to it, is giving us 30% off of our entire purchase.  This offer is available online only (I called Banana's customer service line, because the initial offer was for both online & in-store.  The rep assured me that they are changing the website to state online only).  The online promo code is BRWEEKEND, so be sure to enter it at checkout.

Happy shopping!

Sophia

Banana's fine print:

30% off your purchase: Offer valid on Banana Republic merchandise purchased online only from 9/1/2011 12:01 AM ET through 9/1/2011 at 11:59 PM ET. Not valid at Banana Republic stores, Banana Republic Factory Stores, Edition by Banana Republic or on online international shipments. Discount does not apply to value of gift cards purchased, packaging or applicable taxes. No adjustments on previous purchases. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts, including Gap Inc. employee discount. Excludes Timeless collection, Monogram Dresses, Men’s Gavin, Dawson, & Emerson pants, Men’s Bags, and Chan Luu.

What to Wear to an Evening Wedding

I accompanied one of my best friends to an acquaintance's wedding this weekend.  The ceremony was held in one of the oldest churches in downtown Atlanta, while the evening reception was held at a posh, yet understated, venue in trendy midtown. My friend wore a gorgeous black and tan chiffon dress with a sexy surplice neckline.  I chose a black Herve Leger inspired bandage dress with a low boatneck to flatter my décolletage.  We both sparkled in gold jewelry and wore subtle evening makeup.  Obviously, we were expecting to fit into an equally well-dressed crowd.  Imagine my horror when we spotted an attendee in black flip flops.  I know what you're thinking--"Maybe they were just sandals with a kitten heel."  No ma'am.  I know a flip-flop when I see one, and that was some beachy, college bathroom don't-step-on-the-shower-floor footwear.  I was shocked by that sight, but I nearly had a fit when I saw a guest in jeans.  Listen--I know we're all very casual these days. Heck, I'm all about rocking denim and sneakers to MJQ.  But, this is a wedding, folks.  This is the time to dress to the 9s and act like you've been there before.  Clearly this post is needed.  

When the bride looks like this:

then you may not wear these to her reception:

You shouldn't even wear this to the rehearsal dinner.

What are you, a hobo? Get some gosh darn shoes!

If you're not at the beach, get a real dress.

If you want an inexpensive, yet sophisticated option for attending an evening wedding, Spiegel (www.spiegel.c0m) has quite a few:

My point is that when you're an adult, you must put aside childish ways.  There is a time and a place for jeans and flip-flops.  A classic evening wedding in a metropolitan area is not one of them.

Love ya!

Sophia

Have a question?  Do you want suggestions on what to wear for a specific occasion?  Email me at wearing.it.out@gmail.com.  Follow me on Twitter - @SophiaHonora