4 Style Tips and Takeaways from Cúpla
What kind of style/trend/feeling are you looking (or hoping) for? “I’m a bit over the place with what I like. I like a mix of casual chic, preppy looks and pops of color/statement pieces too, with comfort being non-negotiable. What I find most difficult is finding classic, everyday wear that is comfortable and fits me well. I want to leave the house and take my kids to the library, looking effortlessly put together.” Sarah was paired with Lilac Bijoux , at 180 Main Street, Suite 101 in Annapolis. Lilac Bijoux offers women's fashion apparel, ◊ How to roll sleeves = aggressively fold the sleeve up once, until it hits your elbow, then fold/roll from the bottom, until you meet your elbow. • Every season, purchase a new white shirt or take your old one to the dry cleaners to freshen it up. #treatyoself Melanie found several outfits she loved, with her favorite being dark vintage high-rise cargo pocket jeans and a knitted cream top. Cúpla recommends she style this outfit with tan booties in the Fall, and she can even wear an Oxford shirt underneath the sweater to give it a different look. Melanie: “I am happy that I tried on the high-waisted pants. They are something that I will look for more in the future!”
• Wearing shorts under a dress gives you an extra set of pockets. • You can change a look by changing its accessories, like switching out a belt or shoes. Secondhand belts are easy to thrift! • Rolling or pushing up long sleeves is a quick way to add style to an outfit, and it creates better proportions.
MEET: SARAH Age: 35
Occupations: Mom of 2, government project manager, freelance writer, wedding and event planner, nonprofit board member Why are you interested in a style refresh? “My sense of style over the years has gone from going out clothes —> urban eclectic (I worked at Urban Outfitters in graduate school) —> preppy —> comfortable —> unknown.
Pre-COVID, I wore business clothes to work. Since the COVID pandemic, I’ve been working fully remote from home where ‘business on top and PJs on the bottom’ really defines my style now. I also have two young kids and have been living in pregnancy and nursing clothes for the past four years. I’ve come to appreciate my post-babies body and would love to find clothes that make me look and feel good.” How would you define your current style? “Comfortable. Is that even a style? I definitely prioritize comfort above all else because it’s 2024. Who wants to be uncomfortable?! I live in my T-shirts and sweatpants. With the few pieces in
accessories, shoes, and gifts for trendy women with casual chic flair. The boutique is a reflection of the owner Fern’s breezy personality and passion for effortless style. 4 Style Tips and Takeaways from Lilac Bijoux • Trust your gut. Intuition is that feeling you get when something is right or wrong, and you just know it. • Build a wardrobe color scheme. Determine your four best colors and stick to it when shopping! It makes things easier when you’re deciding whether to buy a dress or put it back on the rack.
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my closet that I actually like, I’d define them as fun and colorful. As a 5’2” person, it’s always hard for me to find proper pants that fit me well, so I tend to wear dresses.”
• Be comfortable in your shape. Fashion is not one-size- fits-all, and it’s essential to embrace our unique body shapes. Focus on understanding your body type and how
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