Get Zendaya's Look Without Paying the Price

Zendaya Coleman made her way to fame in 2010 on the Disney Channel hit show called Shake It Up. Airing in 30 minute episodes, the show follows the friendship of two teenage girls: Rocky (Zendaya Coleman) and CeCe (Bella Thorne). This dynamic duo is best known in the show for both their passion for dancing and their funky mix-and-matched fashion choices.

These ladies are just as trendy in real life too! Let's take a glimpse specifically at Zendaya's street style.

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Zendaya is often seen wearing boyfriend jeans (as pictured above). Blogger Sincerely, Jules captured Zendaya's look PERFECTLY in her celfie shirt and boyfriend jeans. Check out how you can accomplish a style similar to both Sincerely, Jules & Zendaya.

Here, Jules puts a fun twist on the selfie trend with her loose-fit "CELFIE" graphic tee. It's simple with its black-on-white text to tee combo and slouches over her boyfriend jeans.

Her jeans feature distressed rips, a baggy fit, and are cuffed at the bottom. Along with their cute look, boyfriend jeans are such a favorable trend because they are COMFORTABLE , leaving room to move and breathe. Jules successfully rocks the layered look by tying a camouflaged utility jacket around her waist.

Playing on the tomboy look, with her loose-fitting clothes and camouflage accents, she still keeps it classy and girly with her shoes and accessories: Wayfarer frames, a polka-dotted cross-body purse, and her Valentino-inspired pumps (which is our favorite).

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Here's Where to Purchase Everything:

Target: Celfie Shirt | Sincerely, Jules: Celfie Shirt

Boyfriend Jeans

Camouflage Utility Jacket

Valentino Inspired Pumps (Check out our article for more info on the Pumps)

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Here are other looks by Zendaya Coleman that we absolutely adore:

3 Ways To Look Chic In Camel

Camel is not only a timeless classic, but totally on trend this season. It’s a neutral that can be worn with many different outfits and always adds a sophisticated edge to a look. Here are 3 popular ways to wear this classy color. #1 Camel and black is a match made in heaven! It always looks chic. Danielle from WEWOREWHAT kicked things up a notch by incorporating leather leggings into the mix. You can't go wrong with leather!

 #2 Camel paired with stripes always looks like a million bucks. Kat from With Love From Kat incorporated camel into her outfit through accessories. The boots and scarf really pop when paired with black and white.

#3 Camel and white looks fresh and modern. I love how Helen from Brooklyn Blonde added a pair of animal print heels into the mix which adds depth and really completes the outfit.

Camel is a safe and wise color to invest in. It's always nice to have staple colors like this on hand ,along with black, grey, and white in order to mix and match easily. It's all about building a functional closet and making your wardrobe work for you right?!

How would you wear camel? Are you a black and camel kind of gal or are stripes and camel more your style? Let us know in the comments below! We can't wait to hear from you.

Happy Styling,

Rebekah

Trend Alert: Slip On Sneakers

Step out in style AND comfort this season with slip on sneakers! Whatever your style may be you're bound to find a color or pattern that fits YOU. Whether you fancy leather, plaid, or even cheetah print, slip on sneakers come in an assortment of styles. Here are 6 popular sneakers that can easily work with a number of outfits in your closet.

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Which sneaker is your style? Let us know in the comments below!

Happy Styling,

Rebekah

Celebrity Travel Style

With the holidays just around the corner, many of you will be doing a lot of traveling this season. It 's important to be comfortable while traveling, but why not also travel in style? Here are a few stylish looks from celebrities as they traveled around the globe.

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Julianne Hough kept it neutral and comfortable with camo pants, a graphic tee, and a loose fitting cardigan.

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Carey Mulligan paired a plaid shirt and black pants with a two-toned leather jacket and nude framed sunglasses.

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Lauren Conrad looked comfy and cute in a striped tee with thick rimmed glasses and an essential oversized bag.

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Jennifer Lawrence kept it cool in a trendy moto jacket and black skinny jeans.

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Emma Stone paired black and brown perfectly with leather ankle boots, black pants, and a sophisticated double-breasted jacket.

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Reese Witherspoon, looking stylish as always, added a pop of red lipstick to complete her black on denim outfit.

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There you have it, six of our favorite looks to pull inspiration from as you travel this holiday season.

Photos by POPSUGAR

Celebrity Street Style: Plaid

Plaid is a perfect fall trend, not only is it cute and comfortable to wear but it is also a timeless and versatile fashion choice. You can pair a plaid top with skinny jeans, shorts, or even a skirt. You can also find plaid in just about every type of clothing, whether it is jackets, skirts, pants, or shoes. There are so many ways to style it, which makes it a great item to have in your closet! It is also a popular trend among many celebrities and they wear it in all different ways. Take a look at how these celebrities chose to style their plaid.

Kate Bosworth's look is a bit grunge with an open button-down layered over a long sleeve shirt with leather boots.

(Photo provided by Elle)

Jessica Alba paired her plaid button-down with a leather jacket, beanie, and cute leopard flats.

(Photo provided by Glo Fashion Magazine)

Cameron Diaz dressed her look up by adding a tailored blazer over her plaid top.

(Photo provided by Glo Fashion Magazine)

Try out the trend and let us know your favorite way to wear it!

*Featured image of Reese Witherspoon provided by E! Entertainment

Take It Easy: Effortless Summer Style

Don't sweat it this summer when it comes to your wardrobe! This summer's style is easy, relaxed, and comfortable. With the cool and classic "boyfriend jean" making it's headway this summer,  making a style statement has never been easier!

Wear them distressed, light washed, slim, long, short, cuffed, cropped- however you wear them, they are sure to add an element of effortless edge to your outfit. Not to mention, they are wonderfully comfortable and breathable for those hot summer days. Pair them with your favorite white or message tee for an extra dash of boyish charm. And of course, complete the look with some eclectic accessories to express your personality and add a feminine touch.

This look says confidence and one-of-a-kind style! The top is a bold and fun muscle tank from H&M for only $7! Paired with AG relaxed skinny boyfriend style jeans from Nordstrom for $205. A cute tan bootie heel is another summer essential, found at Nordstrom Rack for $25! The finishing touches to the look are a studded hat from Charlotte Russe for $10 and a multi-chain necklace found at a consignment shop for $7.

This next look features another way to wear boyfriend jeans: boyfriend shorts! These were found at Nordstrom on sale for $25! The message tee is from Aritzia for $15, and the hat is $10 at Charlotte Russe.

This look includes a loose-fitted white tee with sheer panel details from Nordstrom for $25 with a baggy-fit, light-washed boyfriend jean from H&M for $30. Finish this effortless outfit with a chunky statement necklace and a fun printed oxford. The statement necklace is one of the hottest trends in accessories and can be found just about anywhere. The printed oxfords were found at Nordstrom Rack for $15!

So, this summer, keep it simple. Be relaxed. Be yourself.

PHOTOGRAPHER: HANNAH DOBSON

Tips & Tricks to Find Your Summer Wardrobe on A Budget

Shopping for the perfect summer wardrobe is very important, but in many places summer is such a short season that it comes and goes before we even get to wear our favorite pieces. Included in this article are a few tips that will help you make purchases that are both affordable and versatile enough to wear for seasons to come.

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1. Tip #1: Shop the clearance rack at stores like Target. When there's a shift of seasons, what's left from last season goes on sale. Specifically look for DRESSES! Practically any dress can be fashioned in the summertime. Alexis found these on the 70% off rack, and depending on the occasion she can find somewhere to wear each of these dresses.
2. Tip #2: Buy a pair of nude sandal wedges! They are a must-have!! Although Alexis found the ones below brand new at Goodwill, they were originally from Target! The boots were an added bonus find, and were so cheap because they were purchased in the off season. Sometimes a purchase now can save you money in the long-run. (Note: Only buy thrifted shoes if they are new or gently used.)

   

3. Tip #3: One-piece swimsuits are cheaper, more comfortable, and provide more coverage! Instead of trying to buy two separate pieces with the added cost of each piece, why not pay one price? Plus, when you're out and about with friends at the pool or beach, you won't have to worry about adjusting your suit. Alexis found a red halter one-piece with ruffles across the bust for $15 at Bealls Outlet. Other affordable one-piece suits can be found at Target, H&M, and even Charlotte Russe.
4. Tip #4: Buy thrifted florals!! They will surely be in style for summer, and pop when you where them in the fall. If you want to make a statement, raid the racks of your local thrift store for some floral finds. Floral print is one of those trends that never fades, so there's always lots of options at the thrift store, PLUS you'll be sure to get something that NO ONE else has. [divider_line]

We hope you enjoyed these tips, and we look forward to seeing your rock your summer style on a budget! From comfy dresses, to shoe essentials, to modest swimwear, and even to floral prints - there's so many ways to put together an affordable summer wardrobe that will carry into next season.

Be sure to tag us (@topbuttons) in your trendy Instagram posts!

Meet Macey and her Modern-Chic Apparel

Meet Macey and her Modern-Chic Apparel!She's currently in college pursuing a degree in Multi-Disciplinary Studies. Her charming personality is both fun-loving and personable. Macey currently  juggles several involvements between her college classes, maintaining friendships, and volunteering at church. She even serves as a Community Leader in her residence hall at college, meaning that her role is to help build community among her peers. What amazed the Top Buttons team is that she accomplishes all this and more with such poise and professionalism.

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For Macey's first outfit, she wore a plaid flannel top (purchased at Salvation Army for $3) and her favorite high-waisted black pants (purchased at Forever21 for $10).

What's so great about this look is that Macey pulls together staple items and makes them her own! She wears her clothes, and doesn't allow her clothes to wear her. It's amazing how much confidence can make a difference.

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Macey's second outfit provides a completely different look and feel, but incorporates a lot of the same articles of clothing.

This is a really admirable quality, because most girls deal with the illusion of thinking, "I have NOTHING to wear," in the midst of staring at a full closet. While most of us here at TopButtons can admit to having said that, we all know we were mostly being dramatic. Instead of resorting to that thought, challenge yourself to rework old pieces with new ones and pair a variety of tops and accessories with the same basic pants and shoes. Your closet will seem to grow without breaking the bank.

Let's see how Macey did it:

Macey wears a denim chambray that her sister gave her as a hand-me-down; a chunky gold necklace that she got from a closet exchange with a friend; and the same pants and shoes as her last outfit.

[blockquote]My favorite piece is the necklace. It dresses anything up. It was a tie between that and the shoes. They're just so comfy.[/blockquote]

Now that you've seen how Macey styled two outfits by incorporating a few of the same pieces, TopButtons encourages you to do the same with YOUR wardrobe and to let us know your results!

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On behalf of TopButtons, thanks for staying tuned with us on this three part article series with Tiffany, Maddy, and Macey!

Maddy and Her Perfectly Polished Style

Maddy Lynott is currently a college Freshman. Her sense of style is just one of the many attributes that makes her so charismatic! Aside from dressing cute and original, Maddy dedicates much of her time to ministry opportunities by volunteering with children at a local community and even going on global missions trips! In fact, Tiffany (from our recent post Trends with Tiffany: A Classy and Sweet Style) and Maddy are both going to Zambia this summer! Maddy's love for God and love for people shines throughout everything she does.

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Maddy's first look in the city was practically pulled right off Pinterest because it was so coordinated and put together.

She gave Top Buttons the scoop on where she bought all the items she's wearing, so we've done the web-hunting for you and have found similar essential pieces to accomplish a look like Maddy's!

Chiffon Blouse  | Maroon Skinny Jeans | Tan Riding Boots | Bangle Watch | Gold Belt

[blockquote]I love items from Target because they are like a copycat of J.Crew (but a lot cheaper), which is where I get a lot of my style inspiration from.[/blockquote]

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Maddy received this dress as a gift from a friend who originally purchased it at a consignment boutique, which offers such a one-of-a-kind and sentimental touch to this outfit.

[blockquote]The dress can easily be transformed into something casual or fancy with the adding of accessories and change of shoes. I love the hippie look of the lace and sleeves.[/blockquote]

To accomplish a similar look, here's some similar items you can purchase:

Dress | Leggings | Tan Riding Boots

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(From left to right: Tiffany Hammer, Macey Rikard, Betsie Amendola, and Maddy Lynott)

Trends with Tiffany: A Classy and Sweet Style

Tiffany Hammer is a Pennsylvania-raised fashionista currently studying as a freshman at Southeastern University. Not only is she an amazing pianist, but her style is just as classy and sweet as her personality. Top Buttons had the pleasure of capturing two different outfits while Tiffany was out on the town with some friends. (Check back later this week for more details on their looks too!)

[blockquote]A gold watch is essential to any wardrobe. I got this one at CottonOn for super cheap![/blockquote]

[blockquote]My favorite article of clothing is the pink blazer from Charlotte Russe. I love taking a risk with a bold color that makes an outfit pop![/blockquote]

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[blockquote]I really like my lace dress from Urban Outfitters! Pairing a jean vest with a neutral color creates an Indy look.[/blockquote]

For a similar look to Tiffany's lace dress, make sure to check out our article featuring Zooey Deschanel's Look for Less, where she also wears a cute lace dress and some black tights.

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This is a sneak peak of some of the other styles from our Top Button's photo shoot that we'll feature in upcoming articles.

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For more insider scoops inside the lives of everyday ladies, check out our recent posts called A Winter Wardrobe with a Southern Belle, and a A Western Winter Look on a Budget

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Creating A Stacked Bracelet Look is Still "In"

Modern day bracelet stacking might be considered an automatic- easy staple for a gal's wrist, but for some, it is an unintentional- perfectly- imperfect jewelry collaboration. In fact, we believe some profound fashion trends started out as accidents. Some of THE best bracelets to stack with are pictured above, if you need some inspiration. The perfectly imperfect bracelet stack can be formed by mixing textures, colors, and thickness.  The items featured above are about a year old and are still in great condition. The prices are not cheap by any means, but they are investment pieces that look nice all of the time.

Don't forget.  A killer watch is a must.

Watch- Michael Kors | Ronaldo Pearl Bracelet | Michael Kors Lock Bracelet | Alex and Ani Bracelets 

It’s Not That Black and White

  I’ve been checking out these stunners for far too long and finally had to lay my hands on them.  I’m not really the type to run after every single trend out there but you have to love print trousers.  This black and white Aztec printed trouser is a statement in itself.  It would simply look just as amazing with a simple black top lightly accessorized with a few bangles and a necklace. However, if you decide to play on a bright colored top, you might choose to keep the accessorizing minimal. Chances are, you've already created a nice work of art.! I just couldn't resist adding my oversized DIY bow as a cherry on top of it all. It’s not that black and white. Just have fun and play around with the look!

You can find similar items by clicking these links.   Pants | Sweater

Post by: Sandra Eneh

A Year Round Trench

Regardless of the weather or season, jackets and coats are here to keep you comfy and cozy. But when it comes to facing elements of the outdoors, a pea coat or hoodie may not do the job. So with wool coats, hoodies, and leather jackets off the table, the only option that will keep you warm and dry is the trench coat. Not only are trench coats fashion forward, they protect your clothes from deteriorating under harsh or rainy weather. So next time you step out into the cold, snowy weather, or pouring rain, keep the trench coat in mind...it will save you AND your clothes.

Now that you have incentive to add a trench to your wardrobe, the process of finding "the one" begins. If you are looking for a trench that is versatile through all seasons, stick to the usual color palette of tan, black, navy, and often red or other blues. Going for option number two would entail trending colors such as lavender, mint, black & white prints, deep corals, and any trench that goes beyond the standard belted trench, i.e. leather inserts, rubber, hardware.

Here is our take on the trench coat!

  Trench | Dress | Shoes | Handbag | Ring

Makeup Artist: Melissa Kinsey

Photo Credit:  Moments by Jen

Not Your 80s Denim

Trendsetters beware! Shoulder pads and leg warmers have remained in the past but their denim counterpart of the 80's is trending forward! Denim on denim is a must-have look that is here to stay. Granted, denim from the 80's was all about the acid wash and matching denim from head to toe. The current denim trend is mixing denim pieces and washes for contrast. Pictured is a light wash boyfriend jacket paired with a dark wash skinny jean. Now it is quite obvious that the jacket contrasts with the jean, but styling different washes modernizes this 80s craze. As for the blouse, go for prints. Prints offer a bolder look to the denim on denim. Add a vibrant embellished clutch for a pop of color and a "men’s-like" watch to complement the boyfriend style jacket and the finishing touches are complete.

Boyfriend Jacket | Skinny Jean | Printed Blouse | Clutch | Watch | Heels

 

Written by Jenna Olinger

Photos by Moments by Jen

Still Trending: Floral Pants

Ladies, there is no need to look both ways before crossing the street in an eye catching floral look! This edgy take on a floral pant will have people clearing traffic as if the streets were a runway! With Spring on the horizon, patterned and floral pants are taking their place as the latest fad. Even though florals are rooted with a feminine touch, playing with colors and textures can take a once girlie print to an edgy style with spunk. The floral pant shown here is paired with a solid scoop neck and faux leather vest. A cap sleeve tee works just as well as a long sleeve, especially if you live in a warmer climate and the faux leather vest gives the outfit just the right amount of texture. Accessory wise, pick your pleasure: gold, silver, gunmetal, rose gold, etc. Any metal will look great against a floral, just be sure to stick with one type of metal. Add a crossbody in one of the hottest colors for spring such as blush, with an ever so classic Mary Jane pump to your look, and you are ready to take on any sidewalk or street... as if it was your own personal runway.

Vest  | Scoop neck | Floral pant | Mary Janes | Blush cross-body | Ring

Makeup Artist: Melissa Kinsey

Photo credit: Moments by Jen