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Girls’ Night Out!

My friends and I heading out on the town this summer.

Let’s face it, every single one of us needs a good girl’s night out on the town every once in awhile. Between the laughs, drinks, gossip, and opportunity to look fabulous, they’re truly hard to beat. If you’re anything like me, you could try on clothing for hours with your girlfriends to find just the right look for that particular evening. In honor of our stores hosting their own GNO events this Thursday, Here are a couple look suggestions we recommend trying this summer!

Be Bold
No matter what that latest trend is that you’ve been eyeing, girl’s night is a great chance to rock it! Whether it’s sequins, metallics, or neon colors, don’t shy away from eye-catching items. Being with your favorite ladies will give you that extra boost of confidence to try something new.

Closet Essentials
As a very social fashionista that loves any excuse to get dolled up, I must admit I own a skirt in almost every color. The key with skirts is having a variety of styles. You cannot go wrong with a pencil, circle, or high-low skirt this summer, all you need is the right blouse. One trend we cannot ignore lately is sheer and lace. No matter how they are worn, these items always make your look classy and chic. If you don’t know what to pair a button down blouse with, we suggest trying a killer pair of bright shorts.

Pump It Up
If you happen to be on the shorter side like myself, you love any opportunity to give yourself those extra few inches. One item every fashionista should have in her closet is the perfect, and comfortable, pair of pumps. We recommend always having a pair of nude pumps because no matter what crazy color combo you may throw together, these shoes are always going to match, while making your legs look awesome. If you’re a city gal, always keep in mind those pesky grates! You may want to stick to a thicker heal if you’ll be strutting through the streets. And if you’re not confident you’ll last a long evening in those new heels you just bought, don’t be afraid to rock sandals, people will envy your comfort and style.

The Essential Accessories
Be sure to not leave your house without an adorable clutch that can hold all of the essentials: your phone, money, identification, and lipstick of course. Avoid taking a big bag at all costs, you’ll regret it when it’s time to hit the dance floor! For jewelry, try going big and bold with either your earrings or necklace, while staying simple with the other. Bangles and statement bracelets are always a fun accessory, along with bigger rings. If you’re looking for the perfect opportunity to rock your fun costume jewelry, your next GNO couldn’t be better.

More Formal
To keep your look more on the formal side, it is all about finding that perfect dress. For these occasions, its OK to invest! For the frugal fashionistas, STA has some fabulous designer dresses at amazingly affordable prices, so be sure to stop in one of our stores to check them out! You will not regret that little extra you may have to spend on the perfect dress for you. If you need a cover up, this summer is all about the blazer! We recommend every fashionista keep a plain blazer in her closet this summer, it is sure to get plenty of use.

We want to see what you fashioniSTAs are rocking this summer!! Tweet or instagram a picture of you & your girlfriends with the hashtag #fashionistasGNO and we will share our favorites!

Image credits: pinterest.com

Three Looks for a FashioniSTA Girls’ Night Out

Every once in a while we all need that one night where we can dress up, have a few cocktails, gush about men, discuss the newest additions to our shoe collections, and dance the night away with the girls. This fashioniSTA is getting ready for an evening with the ladies and put together a few different looks for a night out on the town. We paired the high end with the budget-friendly, and mixed in a few treasures from STA, to give us looks that will have us looking chic for any girls’ night out.

Dinner Party
Unless you plan on attending a black tie dinner party, chances are the attire for girls night will be much more casual. Skinny jeans, pumps, and a sassy top is the perfect outfit to take you from day to night- just add a cardigan at the office and you’re good to go!

J.Brand Jeans, Walter Baker top, Chanel pumps, leather turn-lock clutch.

Fun and Flirty
We’ve all seen every episode of Sex and the City, (maybe more than once or twice), and for a night out at the bar or lounge, think “Carrie Bradshaw” and go for that feminine, flirty frock. Keep the look grounded with a pair of edgy heels and a oversized clutch.

Dress by Scout, BCBG MaxAzria “Haze” heels, CC Skye chain fringe clutch.

Just Dance
A night out dancing is the best time to show off your favorite stand out pieces. Try an LBD with on-trend details, like mesh cut-outs, peplum, or a sexy body-con silhouette. Throw on a statement heel and sharp blazer to top off your look.

H&M cut out detailed dress and colorblock blazer, J.Crew necklace, Loeffler Randall “Keira” platform sandals.

~Lisa, fashioniSTA

FashioniSTA Adventure: Vegas Essentials

This weekend I’m heading out on a Las Vegas adventure to watch my best friend and STA supporter compete for the crown at the Miss USA pageant. As I get ready for days by the pool, evenings wining and dining, and nights sure to be filled with plenty of dancing, I make sure I have all the fashioniSTA essentials for a Vegas vacation. Here is the fashioniSTA checklist for a weekend getaway with the girls in Las Vegas.

Airport Essentials:

Leggings

Comfortable tunic

Lightweight cardigan

Ballerina flats

Sock bun or top knot up-do

Fully-charged iPod

The latest issues of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and Glamour magazines

Photo: Tory Burch “Quinn” flats

Pool-Side Staples:

Bikinis

Sandals:
Basic flip flops
Dressier pair of t-strap sandals
Sky-high wedges for dance parties by the pool

Beach cover-up

Cut-off denim shorts

Neon tank

Oversized sunglasses

Photo: Jessica Simpson wedges, Chanel sunglasses, azure bikini

Dinner Date Must Haves:

Skirts - a bandage mini and a form fitting pencil skirt are sexy staples for every fashioniSTA wardrobe

A few silk blouses

Clutch

Pumps

Stackable jewelry

Photo: Alice + Olivia python-print skirt (purchased from STA), Chanel heels (purchased from STA), leather turn-lock clutch

Night Out Necessities and Pageant-Attendee Attire:

A variety of cocktail dresses - cut-out details, bandage dresses, and backless LBDs are some favorite fashioniSTA trends

Strappy stilettos and platform pumps

Plenty of glam jewelry - you can never have too much in Vegas

Metallic clutch

Photo: Report Signature pumps (purchased from STA), Express clutch, black and white colorblock dress (boutique purchase), chandelier earrings

With this packing list, this fashioniSTA is sure to have an entire weekend full of fun in the most stylish way.

~Lisa, fashioniSTA traveler