This $21 Old Navy Blouse Is My New Fave Summertime EssentialJuly 07, 2022 at 01:05AMSummer whites are my favorite. I’ll be honest, though: it’s a real risk for me to own so much of it because I’m infamous for making a mess nearly every time I sit down for a meal. But nonetheless, it’s become my warm-weather go-to. To point, I own a breezy maxi dress worthy of both special occasions and casual wear and a white button-down that I legitimately wear on repeat. And as of this week, there’s a newbie in my closet, and I can’t get enough of it. Enter the Old Navy Tie-Back Cutout Swing Blouse ($21, originally $30). Ahead, I break down everything you need to know about the design in case you want to add it to your cart, too.What I Like About This BlouseI was instantly…

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This Free People Bodysuit Is the Most Versatile Staple in My WardrobeJuly 06, 2022 at 11:05PMBodysuits are having quite the moment this summer - and rightly so. While the staple certainly isn’t new to mainstream fashion, it’s seen a particular resurgence throughout 2022 - with more people embracing bodysuits beyond the limits of athleisure wear and incorporating them into everything from figure-hugging nighttime ‘fits to casual, work-from-home styles and beyond. Even in my own wardrobe, few pieces have proven to be more versatile or flattering than a bodysuit. But for as much as I love the style, I’m often skeptical about whether the piece is durable enough to keep up with my busy lifestyle - especially if I am ordering it online and can’t feel out the material beforehand.So when I heard that Free People was releasing an (made up of fan-favorite pieces…

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Lori Harvey Wears a Cropped Denim Jacket as a Top at Essence FestivalJuly 06, 2022 at 10:40PMWith “It’s the Black Joy For Me” as the theme and headliners like Janet Jackson and Nicki Minaj, the 2022 Essence Festival delivered Black-girl magic, energizing music, and head-turning celebrity style. Minaj nailed her inaugural debut on the Essence stage on Friday, July 2, in a formfitting black velvet catsuit with a plunging bra top designed with two midsection cutouts. Meanwhile, Jackson made a sparkly return to the stage at the Louisiana Superdome in a black jumpsuit covered in sequins. The speakers were just as stylish, with Lori Harvey making an appearance on stage in a denim-on-denim look complete with a cropped jacket and blue jeans. She styled it with a silky purple headscarf and burgundy heels.Other performers included Ashanti, who wowed the crowd in a hot-pink,…

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Yara Shahidi’s Cutout Bikini Is Made From Recycled Fishing NetsJuly 06, 2022 at 08:00PMAs summer rolls around, Yara Shahidi is showing it’s possible to look good in sustainably made clothes. The “Black-ish” actress posed in a retro-looking floral two-piece in a photo posted on her Instagram, exuding flower-power energy in a kaleidoscope of green, yellow, and red hues. Given her dewy summer glow, she appropriately captioned the photo “Glazed donut summers.”The suit is the design of Galamaar, an LA-based swimwear brand committed to developing its products with eco-friendly fabrics. The brand’s website claims it makes longer-lasting products that can be worn season after season. “With thoughtful consideration for quality in materials and construction, our intent is to create elevated wardrobe staples, steadfast through changing trends and wear,” its statement reads. When it comes to sustainable clothes, the better the construction, the longer they…

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13 Outfit Ideas For Styling Your Timeless Air JordansJuly 06, 2022 at 06:35PMThe Air Jordan 1 is often regarded as the most iconic of all sneakers, worn by Hall of Fame basketball player Michael Jordan during the last game at Madison Square Garden of his Chicago Bulls tenure in 1998. The shoe itself, introduced in 1984 when the athlete signed a deal with Nike, is now a street style symbol, which means building outfit ideas around it - whether with jeans, shorts, or dresses - is practically essential.After ESPN aired a 10-part docuseries, “The Last Dance,” about Jordan’s famous career, his original red Jordans from 1985, aka the “Notorious” Jordan 1s, sold for $560,000 in a Sotheby’s auction. But today, there are 36 editions of Jordans and counting - with a new model released yearly - many of which you can find on…

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Dua Lipa Wears a Sheer Lace Dress and Thigh-High Boots For a WeddingJuly 06, 2022 at 06:20PMView this post on InstagramA post shared by DUA LIPA (@dualipa)Taking a break from her vibrant stage costumes and casual off-duty outfits, Dua Lipa appeared as one stylish wedding guest at her friend Olive Uniacke’s dreamy nuptials over the Fourth of July weekend. Uniacke, a literary agent who famously worked on “Harry Potter” and happens to be Rosamund Pike’s stepdaughter, wed Dane Ensley in Pimlico, London on July 2, in front of famous guests like Lipa, Nicholas Hoult, Poppy Delevingne, and Bonnie Wright.Working with stylist Lorenzo Posocco, Lipa donned a lingerie-inspired look almost entirely from Bottega Veneta’s fall 2022 ready-to-wear collection. Her lace slip dress was covered in sparkles and fringe detailing, but the drama didn’t stop there. She added matching lace sequin opera gloves and metallic…

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North West Has a Paris Street Style Moment in Kanye’s Vintage JacketJuly 06, 2022 at 06:20PMKim Kardashian and North West are attending Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week, where the Skims designer, Skkn founder, and Balenciaga muse just made her debut on the couture catwalk on July 6. In the days leading up to the event - which marked the unveiling of the French fashion house’s 51st couture collection at the original 1937 atelier near the Champs-Élysées - Kardashian and her 9-year-old daughter were spotted shopping and running errands. One of West’s outfits, in particular, made headlines as she repurposed dad Kanye West’s blue varsity Pastelle jacket that he wore onstage at the 2008 American Music Awards.Coordinated by Kardashian’s stylist Dani Levi, West wore the recognizable piece - which was a product of Ye’s short-lived brand launched alongside Ian Connors, the late Virgil Abloh,…

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Gabrielle Union Twins With Her Daughter Kaavia in a Floral SwimsuitJuly 06, 2022 at 06:12PMGabrielle Union spent her Fourth of July weekend with her family, dancing under the California sun with her daughter Kaavia James Union Wade. The actress posted an Instagram video of the two showing off their dance moves to Latto’s “It’s Givin.” Union wore a floral two-piece bathing suit in shades of white, purple, blue, and hot pink. The bikini featured a string top with triangular cups and matching bottoms with ties on each side. She wore it with black-and-brown flip-flops and styled her hair into sleek cornrows.The “Bring It On” star’s set perfectly matched her daughter’s one-piece, which was also splashed with brushstroke-style pink and blue floral motifs. “Me and @kaaviajames twinnin and grinnin,” Union captioned the post. “Big 4th of July/Hot Links/Rose’ energy ❤️❤️❤️🎇🧨🎆” Indeed, the mother-daughter duo…

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Kim Kardashian Dua Lipa and Christine Quinn Walk the Runway at the Balenciaga Couture ShowJuly 06, 2022 at 05:41PMIt’s one of the hottest dates on the Couture calendar, and the Balenciaga show did not disappoint. On July 6, the runway, which was located at the brand’s original 1937 Couture Atelier near the Champs-Élysées in Paris, was not only awash with some of the world’s top models, but a group of familiar faces were on the catwalk with them.Rumors had been rife that Kim Kardashian would be involved in the show, as her love of the brand is no secret. She became the face of the label in February and has been wearing the designer’s garb around Paris, so it was not a big surprise that Kardashian took to the catwalk for longtime friend Demna at his second Couture show as creative director.Wearing a…

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The Best Green Smoothie RecipesThe Best Green Smoothie RecipesJuly 06, 2022 at 05:23PMThe Best Green Smoothie RecipesWe love green smoothie recipes because you can drink your breakfast smoothie and get a serving of greens all at the same time! Don’t be intimidated by the color, I promise there are many green smoothie recipes out there that hide the bitter taste of power greens but that gives you all of the benefits…Browse READ: The Best Green Smoothie RecipesContinue Reading…Author Lee Funke | citywomen.coSelected by CWC

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