Weekend Style Guide: Red, White and Blue Brilliance!

Happy Thursday, friends!

It’s almost the 4th of July, which means its time for a fun weekend at the lake, cookouts with family and friends, pretty fireworks, hometown parades, and boxes of sparklers to celebrate! Here are a few patriotic outfit ideas to help you celebrate the holiday in red, white, and blue fashion.

Add an accessory! You don’t have to go all out, you can simply add a pop of red, white, and blue with a fun patriotic scarf, a kimono, a pair of sunglasses, a flower crown, or a cute patriotic bag!

Make a statement with a bold patriotic piece! Find an adorable red, white, and blue sundress, American flag shorts, or an American flag tank top. Put on your stars and stripes, ladies!

Pick your favorite solid! For a more subtle and simple patriotic look, pick your favorite solid, whether it be a fun sundress or a romper!

Go nautical with your look! Add some anchors to your 4th of July weekend fun!

You can’t go wrong with some patriotic denim! Try a fun pair of denim overalls over your red, white, and blue bikini, or a cute pair of denim shorts!

There are so many ways to celebrate in style this weekend! Have fun adding a little red, white and blue brilliance to your outfit! And don’t forget to check out our 30% OFF SALE on our website today!

xoxo

It’s Vacay Time… Let Us Help You Pack like a Pro!

Summertime, the weather is hot, and we all know what that means… vacations are right around the corner! Whether you are heading out in a car or on a plane, most people at some point this summer will be heading for the beach, and ladies if you’re anything like us, the packing prior to the actual vacation can cause some real anxiety.

A very lucky few of you might have the luxury of not having to worry about packing space, but most of us either have the small trunk of our car or that scale at the airports looming over our heads, filling our hearts with dread as we place items into our bag. Of course, the guys in our lives don’t understand where we’re coming from at all, as they throw in exactly one t-shirt and pair of shorts per planned vacation day. However we know that within those days there is the potential need for all different types of attire! Beach days, casual lunches, nights out, shopping, sightseeing, dancing, outdoor activities… the possibilities are endless! How exactly does one prepare for all of these occasions yet fit within the packing constraints placed upon us? Don’t worry the girls at Jules are here to help!

The key to packing success is bringing versatile items that when mixed and matched can have you prepared for all of the events you might be attending.  Check out our list below for ideas of how to utilize what you already have in your closet, or come in to Jules and pick up some of the basics that you are missing!

1. Best purse combination: one big tote and a small dressier clutch. When you take a big tote, especially on the airplane, you can pack it full of all of your vacation essentials- sunglasses, reading material, water bottles, sunscreen, etc. Your small clutch fits inside the big bag but can be easily carried by itself for those nights out on the town or shopping when you don’t want something heavy to carry around!

                    

2. A basic long tank top or tee. Pick a solid color that you love on yourself and you will be able to get a lot of miles out of this tee! Knot it off to the side over your swimsuit for a cover-up by the pool. Pair it with a maxi skirt or mini wrap t-shirt skirt for a casual dinner or sightseeing. Pair it with your patterned cloth shorts for a shopping day. Plan on doing some hiking around the island? Just throw it on with your jean cut-off shorts!

3. Flattering halter bikini top. Clearly you will need a favorite flattering bikini for all of the sun you plan on getting laying on the beach. However the halter trend of bikini tops this summer allows for so many more outfit possibilities! Pair it with your maxi skirt and it functions as cute crop top outfit for a night out! Wear it with your patterned cloth shorts and wedges for dancing, happy hour, or a lunch date.

    

With these basics, not only will the stress of packing be alleviated but you are sure to vacation in style!

Fashion Whiplash

Hello Fashionistas!
Spring is here!  Or is it?  One day we’ve got sun, one day we’ve got rain.  One day you’re shivering in your sweater, the next you’re wishing you hadn’t worn long sleeves.  Not only does this bipolar weather cause frustration for those of us craving vitamin D and trying to make outdoor plans, but it definitely causes some fashion whiplash.

Are we to still be wearing our winter clothing or busting out our new spring looks?  Don’t worry ladies, this struggle is something we all experience together.  What do we at Jules recommend?  LAYERS.

In this awesome (not really awesome) transitional season period that we are experiencing, just go to town on the layers.  Tanks under tees for added warmth and a possible pop of color or print.  Cardigans, jean jackets, leather jackets or blazers for when the sun decides to hide its face behind the clouds.  Scarves for extra color and pattern, not to mention some warmth that is easy to shed or add.

Honestly, weather like this that calls for layer also opens doors for lots of wardrobe creativity.  By combining different layering pieces with your top, you can create a variety of outfits, making your top feel new each time.  Don’t be afraid to be bold!  One of my recent favorite combinations was a crop top over a coral maxi dress with a jean jacket. I could peel off layers as I needed, and the dress felt totally new when paired with the crop top!

Remember to layer it up and try new things! Share your looks with us here and tell us your favorite way to layer up your looks 🙂 ❤
Stay Happy!!!
XOXO

Be bold. Be brave. Be you!

Hello Fashionistas!
I have a confession. In my perfectly ordered closet, with every item of clothing grouped with like pieces and gradually transitioning from warm weather to cold, when I honestly step back and look at it, I’m hit with how many of my pieces look the same.  For starters, I love me some basic colors.  Black. White. Gray.  And then there’s my accidental obsession with horizontal stripes.  I have so many tops and tanks and dresses that fall into one of these color categories.  Does this mean that things aren’t getting warn because I have doubles? Absolutely not.  That’s what’s almost shocking actually, is that those little black dresses or tank tops that I own are some of the pieces that see THE MOST wear.  What does this tell me?

Well first of all I clearly understand my own fashion niche pretty well.  I know what I like to wear, what I feel good in.  Secondly, these pieces each have their own unique twist that is what drew me to them and is the exact reason I wear them so much. That favorite black tank I have that I love to layer things over, well I don’t know about you all but I’m not to the point where I’m going to ACTUALLY wear it every day, there needs to be a little rest.  Therefore, the new items, although similar to ones I already own, get worn a lot and are loved for their own special twist.  What does this all add up?

You’ve loved and worn your other piece and I promise you will do exactly the same with this new one.  Often times one little unique detail is enough to really freshen up a wardrobe and make an outfit feel special.

My advice to you is to know your style! Know the things that make you feel good! If you see a new little black dress, or tank top, or whatever it is, that drew you to it even though you already own something similar to it, don’t be afraid to buy it!

Stay Happy!!
XOXO

Summer Accessories!

One of the best things about changing seasons is changing your wardrobe! It is super easy to transition into wearing cute dresses, shorts and sandals but one thing can be easily forgotten…. ACCESSORIES! Yes ladies, we are all guilty of it!
I have gotten so attached to my favorite black studded purse that it is difficult to part with it. Recently on my trip to Florida, as always I brought along my favorite black cross-body, as I was out and about I didn’t realize the sun was baking my purse. Without thinking about I grabbed my purse and… OUCH! My purse felt like it was on fire! That was it, I decided enough is enough and committed to make my accessories more summer friendly.

Not sure where to start? Think about color! Spring/Summer is a great time to have fun with your accessories, wear bright colors. There are so many options out there, why not have a little fun with it?! A purse is a great way to pull an outfit all together. As pictured below, our cute teal purse gives Marissa’s floral top new life. Choose a purse or clutch that is versatile and comfortable.

  

Don’t forget to change-up your necklaces, earrings and bracelets! Layered necklaces are super popular and very practical for this time of year. A layered necklace gives you an easy ready-to-go look, light enough for the warmer weather!

All of these styles are available at julesbtq.com and at our Goshen location! Remember to have fun with your accessories, take advantage of the sunshine ladies!

Stay happy!!
XOXO

Relish your rompers!

Rompers are all the rage right now and I can’t blame people for being obsessed with them because I am! A romper can be compared to a jumpsuit/jumper. Practically every celebrity is sporting a romper to red carpet events, dinner parties or days off and so can you!

    

The great part about a romper is that it an ready-to-go outfit, one piece and you are out the door. Rompers come in a variety of shapes, colors and prints. So it is important to pick one that suits you!
If have an eclectic style pick a romper with a fun print
If you are more sophisticated/chic pick a solid color romper with a fitted structure.
If you are a boho girl pick a floral romper with a flowy structure.

Try on a romper and it doesn’t work? Don’t give up! When rompers first became popular I had my hopes fixed on getting one for myself. After a couple of fails in the dressing room I about gave up on finding the perfect romper. When I least expected it I found the cutest halter top, loose fitted romper at Jules Boutique and my love for rompers was ignited once again.

Keep trying until you find one that you love. There are so many different types of rompers, trust me you will definitely find one for you!

Not sure how to style your romper once its sitting in your closet? Here are a few tips…
– If you want to dress up your romper for a formal occasion pair it with nude heels or wedges and a belt.
– If you are wearing it for a casual day pair your romper with strappy sandals and a sun hat.

Most importantly, HAVE FUN with your romper!
Don’t be afraid to take a risk, play with different accessories and styles. Let your romper be you mini-getaway!

Stay Happy!!!
XOXOXO

What goes around comes around: throwback style

What goes around comes around! That phrase doesn’t only apply to karma but also to style! Come on, did you really think that fringe is a brand new thing? 😉

Styles tend to circle right back around and the things that you wouldn’t think are back! The great thing about throwbacks, you can take a little from the old and put your own spin on it. Here are a few styles that are back and aren’t going anywhere.

Throwback style 1: OVERALLS

 

Throwback style 2: HIGH-WAISTED SHORTS & CROP TOPS

Throwback style 3: FLORAL CROWNS & FRINGE 

I am in love with all of these fun looks! Whatever your style is rock out these throwbacks like there is no tomorrow. Keep your eyes open for these looks featured in our store and on julesbtq.com

Stay Fashionable!
XOXOXO

It’s okay to give in sometimes: Our All Black habit

We all have habits we need to get rid of but I just can’t seem to justify letting go of my all black attire habit! Birds are chirping, flowers are blooming and the dreary weather is gone. Our natural instinct is to pack up all of black and move on to brighter things, but I’m here to tell you it is okay to indulge in your habit. You can wear black in the spring and summer, yes I just said that, YOU CAN WEAR BLACK!

Now, I’m not telling you to wear all black everyday in the summer time because you will definitely be sweating bricks!

Wearing black can tend to make you look slimmer and is super to easy to accessorize since it goes with everything. When incorporating black into your spring/summer outfits it is important to remember one word, balance. When picking out your black outfits balance color and proportions. For example, if you are wanting to balance color, wear a black dress & pair it with some nude heels or bright wedges.

Quick tip: When picking black wardrobe items make sure the item is not heavy and is light/airy. 

          

Proportions is another important key to your black outfit! For example, pair your short black summer dress with booties, or wedges. When wearing something a bit longer wear an open toed sandal or heel. Following both of these tips will help to elongate your figure!

     

Now ladies, you can incorporate black/white prints to play up your outfit. As shown below you can experiment with prints and graphic tees to give a fun look to your sneaky habit of wearing black. All looks below can be found at Julesbtq.com or stop in and see us at our store in downtown Goshen!

Stay fashionable ladies! And remember its okay to give in to your habit when done right 😉 Drop a comment below on your favorite way to wear black in spring/summer!

XOXOXO

BOHO BEAUTIFUL!

The boho style is big in LA and sweeping its way across to us! This style is perfect for people with a care free spirit, who live for comfortable clothing and prefer to wear nude tones.  Whether layering it up with a chunky sweater cardigan, or going breezy in a maxi skirt and crop top, you will feel so comfortable and stylish at the same time.

Many of us may not typically gravitate towards this style but I would challenge you to make sure you are giving boho pieces a second look this spring.  Sometimes one or two signature items will speak to you and add a playful relaxed twist to existing styles in your already existing wardrobe.

 

For example, we have a great chunky sweater cardigan right now in Jules that creates a entirely different look when combined with a spring dress than the typical blazer or jean jacket might.  Boho is all about allowing your natural beauty to shine through!

As shown above you can throw on a drapey dress and just picture yourself on a beach with the wind blowing through your hair. Hey, who doesn’t wish you were on a beach right now?

Check out styles shown above at julesbtq.com 🙂 or at our store in downtown Goshen!

Stay happy!!
XOXOXO

Say what’s on your mind!!

Say what’s on your mind!!

Can I just say I’m OBSESSED with making outfits with graphic tees?  Absolutely crazy about them.  Like I go to sleep imagining new ones and never want to change out of them once I’ve got the outfit on.
Why do I love graphic tees so much?  They are a fun, basic piece of clothing that is extremely versatile.  Style is not just clothing, it is a statement to the world of who you are for that day, and graphic tees allow you to say exactly what you are thinking.

Basics of wearing a graphic tee:
Tuck it
Knot it
Add Bling
Add Structure

My personal favorite?  I like to play around with mixing casual and dressy elements.  For example, I might pair a loose half-tucked graphic tee with jeans, a big statement necklace, a blazer, and heeled ankle boots. Or, to go a little more casual and play with layers even more, I might pair my graphic tee with some distressed jeans, several dainty layered necklaces, a spring scarf, open cardigan/sweater, and flats.

Need ideas or inspiration?  See the pictures below or feel free to come into Jules and ask us!

XOXOXO