3 Ways to Style Boyfriend Jeans For Spring
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Boyfriend jeans are the perfect way to transition from winter to spring, and from spring to summer. Check out the video below, where we share some creative looks that use this versatile garment!
The Accessory Every Girl Needs This Spring
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The one item you need to invest in this spring is (drumroll)....a hat! It is the accessory that adds a definite "wow factor" to an outfit. You can wear hats with shorts, pants, or our personal favorite-- dresses. Besides our trusty mascara, hats are a girls best friend! We can always count on them to make us look chic no matter how bad our hair day is. Priscila's look is simple, yet sophisticated with a sundress, button- up shirt, and sandals. The icing on the cake is the hat, which pulls the outfit together making it look like a glamorous afternoon on the town.
Luckily, you don't have to look too far for the perfect hat these days. Since, they are extremely popular this season, you can find budget-friendly hats of all styles at Target, H & M, and Forever 21.
Dress: Target (old), similar / Hat: Target / Shoes: New York And Co (old), similar / Shirt: Ralph Lauren (old), similar
If you've never worn a hat before, this is the time to branch out. Stop by your local Target and try on a few different styles. From floppy hats to fedoras, there are a ton of options. Not all shapes and sizes will work, but the more you try on, the easier it will be to find one that fits your style.
Will you be wearing a hat this season? If so, what's your favorite style? Let us know in the comments below.
Happy Styling,
Photography by: Elisabeth Huijskens
Celebrity Hair Inspiration for Spring 2015
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Spring is in full swing and summer is just around the corner. We are turning to celebrities for the scoop on this season's hottest hair trends with an emphasis on styles that are fun, care-free and easy to manage. Last summer, we highlighted the long bob, and are happy to report that it's still trending this season. Celebrities like Lauren Conrad, Lucy Hale and Emma Roberts are all successfully rocking this look. We especially love how they tuck one side behind the ear, which adds a little edge and shows off their statement earrings.
Taylor Swift was recently spotted at the iHeartRadio Music Awards with a change to her long bob: thick, choppy bangs with lots of volume. Her awards for the night included Artist of the Year and Song of the Year with "Shake it Off" among others. Taylor's music and looks are adored by fans and this night was proof that she still has it.
We haven't forgotten about the long-haired beauties! For long hair, it's all about long layers and subtle ombre (aka, 'sombre'), illustrated perfectly by Minka Kelly (above). 'Sombre' is taking the trendy ombre hair color and making it more subtle and blended by adding layers to frame the face and brightening the ends with a natural color.
Kenza Zouiten is a great example of how long layers combined with subtle ombre can create a care-free, beautiful style for long hair. Bangs blow-dried away from the face matched with a deep side part can help achieve this look.
To get another great look inspired by Taylor Swift, check out our tips here.
Written by: Katy Abramowich
Get the Look: AnnaSophia Robb's Romper
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Soul Surfer star, 21-year-old AnnaSophia Robb took the photo above (which was published in Teen Vogue) while in Florence, Italy. This travel friendly outfit is ideal for spring break traveling and family vacations as we approach the summer months. AnnaSophia's outfit is totally adventure-worthy. With celebrities rocking rompers all over the streets as the weather gets warmer, AnnaSophia wears it best in our book. The romper is a classic piece that has a history dating back to the early 20th century, but is making a huge comeback. Rompers are cute, comfortable and provide coverage while still being cool enough for the summer, or wearable when it's colder in the evenings when paired with a cardigan. We love how AnnaSophia's romper features long sleeves and a button-up look along with a really fun pattern. AnnaSophia accessorizes her plaid romper with a neutral-colored belt, sunglasses, comfortable flats and a long gold pendant necklace. The trick to wearing a romper is choosing one with an interesting pattern or material and having fun pairing it with accessories.
Good news! You can get a look similar to AnnaSophia's, all at Forever 21, and all for under $60.
Romper/Belt/Sunglasses/Necklace/Shoes
We love our Top Buttons photography lead, Elisabeth Huijskens and how she is choosing to rock her romper this spring! For more romper history and details on where she scored her outfit, visit her blog here. Happy spring!
Written by: Katy Abramowich
Jennifer Lawrence: Minimal Makeup Looks for Spring 2015
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"I'm a big believer in accepting yourself and not really worrying about it."
Jennifer Lawrence, the 24-year-old Hunger Games star is known for being blunt about the importance of self-confidence. We love Jennifer for many reasons, including her ability to rock completely natural and minimal-makeup looks all over magazine covers and red carpets.
A lot of assumptions come along with wearing makeup– there are stereotypes that girls who wear heavy makeup are self-conscious or vain. However, we love makeup and the fun that comes along with trying a bold, fuchsia lip or a subtle smokey eye.
On the other hand, a minimalistic makeup look lets others know that you are confident in your own skin through your makeup choice. It allows extra time to sleep in, and a fresh face can feel great from time-to-time, especially on long days when you do not feel like reapplying your pretty pink lipstick multiple times.
You do not need to avoid makeup completely (which we definitely do not object to!), but your makeup routine can be oh-so-simple with just a few quick steps. To get a look like Jennifer's, all you need is five or six products.
The trick to being confident with a natural look is starting with a fresh foundation. If you are prone to blemishes, dab a concealer under your eyes and on any blemishes. Next, add a pea-sized amount of foundation all over, including over eyelids and down the neck-line. We love Tarte's Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Full Coverage Foundation because the clay-base formula makes it wearable all day long, and it also has SPF 15 (we love anything with a little added SPF!)
Eyebrows can make a huge difference when going for a minimalistic look, so once you have gotten rid of any stray hairs, try lightly filling them in with a shimmer-free eye shadow color that is just a shade lighter than your eyebrow color.
Finally, finish off the look by curling your lashes and adding one or two coats of black mascara and a tinted lip gloss. Trust us-- that's all you need.
Hillary Duff and Katy Perry, prove that a minimal-look can be gorgeous worn in different ways.
One last thing– it is officially spring, which means that lots of fun-in-the-sun is on the way. We can not stress the importance of wearing sunscreen enough. Preserving that beautiful skin is crucial to being able to rock the minimal-makeup look as you get older and wrinkles start to develop (which we know seems so far away that it will never happen– but trust us on this one). Use an SPF of at least 30, pay special attention to the face, and reapply after you go in the water or sweat. We love Sun Bum's Sunscreen Face Stick SPF 30 because it makes protecting your face easy and is compact enough to fit in any bag for those on-the-go pool and beach trips with your girlfriends.
Written by: Katy Abramowich
Why Kari Jobe Wins Best-Dressed for March
/At Top Buttons, we are always looking to draw inspiration from women who are smart, talented, and classy. Singer/songwriter Kari Jobe fits these descriptions perfectly. Her many roles include worship pastor at Gateway church in Texas, Dove award recipient, Grammy nominee, and recently, wife to hubby Cody Carnes.
While Jobe is well-known for rocking neutrals, we absolutely love how she chose to add a bright pop of emerald green to her outfit. This is a great piece to draw inspiration from with St. Patrick's day just around the corner. Kari Jobe illustrates perfectly how green can be mixed with other pieces to tone down the vibrancy of the color and keep the outfit d0-able.
We love everything about this classy, cute and fun look. For this particular ensemble, Jobe chose to add classic oxford heels in a pretty mustard-color, sticking to her vintage-style roots in a subtle way. We love oxfords and their recent comeback over the past year. Choosing a pair with a heel like Kari did adds a little dressiness to her frock, leggings and casual scarf. She chooses to accessorize with bold nails and a stack of bracelets.
Kari Jobe is one lucky lady, but we adore her for being such a brilliantly talented Christian role model for girls of all ages. What's not to love?
Written by: Katy Abramowich {Image via Pinterest}
Super Top Buttons Fans show us Their Favorite Spring Looks
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Recently TopButtons had the opportunity to do a photo shoot with two of our biggest supporters: Abby and Makailey. These lovely high school students remind us why we do what we do and they are living examples of what it means to reveal less and express more.
Enjoy some of our favorite shots accompanied by some details of their trendy outfits.
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Meet Abby! Her bright colors and cute pose represent her fun personality! Abby's ombre dress blends from pink to orange, which is perfect for Spring. She purchased her dress at Target.
Abby chose to accessorize her outfit with layered necklaces and a cute bow ring, but this dress can be paired with all kinds of jewelry to express one's unique style.
Abby's metallic sandals are from TJMaxx, which is a great store because it offers high quality name-brand clothing at a fraction of the price!
Abby's Favorite Bible Verse: I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live. [Psalm 116:1-2]
Photo credit: Betsie Amendola
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Meet Makailey! She chose to create a color contrast with a sea-green blouse from Bealls and a pink bauble necklace that she scored at Goodwill.
Makailey's white pants are perfect for Florida's warm weather. She was able to get these at Old Navy, which provides several affordable options.
Makailey's Favorite Bible Verse: By day the Lord directs his love, at night his song is with me— a prayer to the God of my life. [Psalm 42:8]
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Not only do Abby and Makailey have a good sense of style, but they also have good hearts. Because they have such a unique and dynamic friendship with each other, they're able to remind each other of their value in Christ.
Photo Credit: Brittany Biddinger
Easter Outfit Ideas for Any Budget
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[blockquote]We all know that Spring is the time of the year to dress up in bright colors and floral prints, and what better day to do it than on Easter? [/blockquote] Easter is a holiday of celebration of Jesus' life and resurrection and one way we can express ourselves and rejoice is through the way that we dress. Aside from the obvious approach of having our wardrobe reflect our beliefs by dressing in modest attire, we can also intentionally dress in brights to celebrate the spirit behind Easter.
Top Buttons has compiled three Easter outfit ideas that fall in various price ranges and meet the aforementioned description of Spring fashion. We hope this inspires your outfit choice.
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All three of these looks are very in touch with the current fashion trends. The central focus of each outfit is of course the dress, while all the accessories shown are just ideas on how you can style it to fit your personality.
- Look Number 1 - This whole outfit costs around $63, but chances are that you have a black handbag, a nude shoe, or a floral necklace to accompany the dress. If you don't, then these neutral items are worth investing in because of their versatility. The floral chiffon dress itself is only a $17 investment and can be accessorized with items you already have. To purchase these items: Dress | Necklace | Shoes | HandBag
- Look Number 2 - This outfit is a little bit more expensive ringing in at $84, but it's still very classy. It features a floral knee-length body-con dress accompanied gold-toned accessories. The layered bracelets, the ankle-strap on the heels, and the glittered clutch are all eye-popping accents. To purchase these items: Dress | Bracelets | Shoes | HandBag
- Look Number 3 - Outfit number three is centered around the sea-green A-line dress. The rose colored earrings accent the look nicely, especially with the coral purse and shoes. It adds a nice contrast. This outfit is on the higher-end of the price range, but similar pieces can be purchased elsewhere. To purchase these items: Dress | Earrings | Shoes | HandBag
For more outfit ideas, check out one of our previous posts called Thrifty Thursday: Three Church Outfits on a Budget.
Be encouraged this Easter season to spend quality time with your family and loved ones. Jesus died and rose again so live your life to the fullest!
Trendy Tuesday: The Bomber Jacket
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Though for some of us winter may carry on for a few more months, it's time to start thinking about transition pieces and springtime jackets! Yippee! We can almost dream of putting away our chic wool pea-coats and heading towards warmer days! Coming your way this spring - bomber jackets.
(This Topshop number is fresh and fun for spring!)
But unlike WWII days, this retro look has stepped it up a notch. This spring look for bold patterns, fun prints, and exciting textures - lace, leather, satin, and everything in between!
Coming fresh off the runway from Marc Jacobs, Tracy Reese, and Alexander Wang, bomber jackets are ditching the old wool lining and picking up new sophistication with mesh detailing, perforated leather, and sweet silky prints - perfect for toning down a dressy outfit or adding a sporty (yet girly) vibe to daily jeans.
While we love designer pieces, and even these jackets found from J. Crew and Topshop (and who wouldn't?!) Who can afford the steep prices that come with them?
Both of these bomber jackets from Topshop (leopard found here, foil print found here).
Luckily, Forever 21 is forever there to save our wardrobes. With a plethora of adorable - and affordable - bomber jackets, this trend will not only keep you cute, but keep your wallet happy too!
This leopard print bomber is comparable to the topshop jacket seen above, but without the steep $160 price tag.
This fresh Geo-print bomber jacket is light enough to stay with you as the seasons change and the air gets warmer.
We're loving this fun twist on the bomber jacket - classic leather body, but cool, cute lace sleeves! Find it at Forever 21 - and bonus points for being under $40!
Stay trendy, ladies!
Trendy Tuesday: Contrast-Collar Button Downs
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With winter heading out and spring beginning to blossom, it can be stressful to find pieces that transition well between seasons, are in style, and most importantly - are functional! Luckily, button-downs will always have your back. As we have all seen, button-downs come in all manner of cut, color, and style - and include a variety of embellishments and sleeve lengths - one trend we at Top Buttons are loving for spring: the contrast-collar button-down.
Like any other button-down, it can be dressed up or down - and don't shy away from statement necklaces or other impressive jewelry!
Dressy? Check. Silky? Check. This gorgeous number can be found at ASOS, although at a steep $64 price
On a budget? We are too. This sweet color-blocked sleeveless top from Forever 21 won't break the bank at just under $20
Last tip for this trend? Buttoning it all the way to the top keeps the structure of the collar and shows off your stunning new trend (looks like Top Buttons is no joke!)
Have a lovely Trendy Tuesday!
In Style: Geometric Print
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Among the fashion trends for Spring & Summer, geometric prints have made its mark both on and off the runway. Geometric prints are noted for their bold and eye catching patterns: blocking patterns and tribal shapes are appearing on everything from pants to dresses and handbags.
So what is it about these quirky patterns that draw our attention. For starters, geometric prints make for an easy focal or statement piece. If you are looking to stray away from the typical "pop" color garment and statement accessories, geometric prints are the answer. Styling with geometric prints as the focal piece is an easy and great way to spice up any outfit, whether it be a geometric pant or over-sized geometric tee. And if you are not worried about the styling aspect of geometric prints, give the trend a try simply for the FUN factor. Trends come and go, but geometric prints add such life and fun to any outfit! Prints range from sphere's to triangles, from tribal to sophisticated blocking and the color pallets are boundless.
Below is a styling option with a geometric pant.
Mint is not only a fun color for Spring and Summer, it pops against the geometric print.
Flats are always a go-to option with pants, but with warm weather on the horizon, sandals and wedges should be THE first pick!
Geometric prints are versatile and offer a range of possibilities regardless of your styling preference. So whether your style embodies a classy approach or a boho-chic, geometric prints may just be what you have been searching for this season!
Here are similar options:
Geometric Pant | Studded Tank | Wedge Sandal | Necklace
Photo Credit: Beth Carter Photography
Mix It Up For Spring
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Spring is in full bloom with vibrant colors and beautiful weather. It's a time when flowers and new beginnings blossom. As for fashion this season, why not begin trying new trends and experimenting with textures and prints.
We decided to take experimenting a bit further by layering a floral crop top over a lace dress. It is a perfect balance of texture and print. Because crop tops can be a hassle to pair "appropriately," this dress is a great solution. So whether it is styling garments in a new way or updating the old wardrobe, Spring is the time for fresh trends.
Dress | Jacket | Floral Top | Purse | Bracelets | Ring
Photo Credit: Moments by Jen
Sunshine in Borås, Sweden
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Spring is coming surely but slowly in Sweden. The most visible sign of this is the radiant sunshine that peaks through the clouds- on almost -a daily basis. The days are longer and people's moods are getting brighter. This time of the year is altogether joyful but always seems like a new phenomenon every year it comes. It's only now that I realize how long the winter darkness has lasted.
Ever since I remember, spring brings a radical change to the types of clothing people wear up here in the north. All of a sudden we move from very dark gloomy colors to brighter and happier tones. You can really see the transition and its impact on people's behavior.
I don't know anything better than to soak up the sun. Just recently, we really experienced some amazing weather here in Borås, Sweden. After many months of being heavily wrapped up in woolen sweaters and knits, I was able to grab a pair of open-air pumps that I have been waiting for so long to wear, paired up with a colorful top + a neat pencil skirt. This is a look I would normally sport back at my home town when going out for Saturday lunch with the girls. Sadly, though, I guess I'll still have to wait for better days to come. It's still a period when you really can't predict the weather. I guess it's just Scandinavia really...
Written by Sandra Eneh
(Sandra is a regular contributing team member for Top Buttons and has her own personal fashion blog too! We are looking for other young fashion bloggers from around the world with a conviction for modesty in their styles. If you are interested in being a guest or regular contributor, click here.)
A SHOPPING SPREE WITH PURPOSE
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The team would agree that our favorite part of the Top Button's Project is being able to Give Back. In addition to providing cute and modest clothing styles online for young ladies to get ideas from, we take young women on shopping sprees who would not otherwise be able to do so for themselves! As our organization continues to grow, we look to offer the Top Buttons Wardrobe Makeover opportunity for young women across the country- and more often. At the bottom of this post are details on how to collaborate with us on this project if interested.
This month we partnered with The Core; a youth group from Epic church in Lakeland, FL. Anastasia Malone, the host who nominated the teen chosen to be on this shopping spree, began as a leader for The Core a little over a year ago. She shared a bit about why she volunteers to mentor youth by saying, “I do it because I have a passion for young ladies between the ages of 12-16 to see, understand and grab hold of what God has called and purposed them to do! I just love that age in general, so why not take time out of my week to just love on them!”
As we have done with shopping sprees before, we took Deni into a shop and filled 2 carts full of clothing! Choosing clothes for Deni to try on was a fun-filled, group effort. As the shopping progressed, the “no’s” turned into “maybe’s” and the “maybe’s” turned into “YES!” We did have to convince her to step out of her box a bit to try on a couple items, but once she put them on, the smile of satisfaction on her face told us how pleased she was. We enjoyed sharing ideas on how to wear different pieces in a way that would express her personal style, work with her body type, and keep her essentials covered. After a morning of power shopping, Deni went home with several items to create a new wardrobe with! This sweet young lady came out of the store radiating with positive energy.
And off to Peterson Park we go for Deni's photo shoot in one of her new outfits...
When asked what her favorite part of the day was, Deni said, “picking out the clothes!” She shared how she felt honored to have been nominated, and we felt honored to have been able to provide her with this experience.
Anastasia Malone is seen below on the left, then Kenady (our TB teen team member), Deni (shopping spree winner), and Anastasia Jones (our TB Give Back Director).
All shopping sprees are funded through donations given to our non-profit organization. If you are interested in donating funds or services to provide deserving teens with a Top Buttons Wardrobe Makeover, please contact Anastasia Jones-Downing at anastasia@topbuttons.org.
Written by: Anastasia Jones
Photo Credit: Shelby Danielle
Molly's OOTW
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In our TB fashion posts, we will still be showing off some styles for cooler weather, BUT we have to face the facts! Spring has sprung according to the groundhog! Therefore, now is a great time to break out those white jeans that you have been sobbing about not being able to wear since Labor Day!
Pair them with a cute pink pastel shirt and another solid color jacket for a business casual look great for school, work, or play! Below are the links to find these items at the right price.
For the shoes, I would pair something that would tie in the color in the jacket, like these adorable peep toe wedges.
For accessories, to me less is more. I like these adjustable bracelets because they are inexpensive and they come in so many varieties.
Jacket | Jeans | Top | Belt | Shoes | Bracelet
All of these items were found at Forever21.com. Forever 21 is a popular store with lots to offer, but not all items are TB worthy. We will provide our modest picks from this store and others like it with our "OOTW" posts!