Summer Business Looks

With rising temperatures this summer it may be hard to find a good work look that keeps you looking professional as well as cool. Here are a few looks that will do both for you.

A nice tailored dress is always an easy business look. Try this Sweetheart Dress in brown by ABS. Remember to keep the length no higher then the knee and nothing to low cut.





For a more relaxed flowing look try our Nougat Skirt in Cream with raffia. Pair this with a simple light weight cardigan with cami underneath such as our Nougat V-Neck Cardigan in Dust Pink. This look is also great for creating curves for the lower half of the body.






Choose blouses that are light weight and flowing. This blouse by Fifteen Twenty in orchid is great for work and for warmer weather. The ruffled effect in front act as its own accessory. Keep in mind width of straps, they should be no smaller then an inch, and nothing to revealing.






To shop these looks to complete your summer business look check out UrbanMinx.com.
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What to Wear: Date Night

Dressing for a date always depends on the occasion, but we've managed to put something together which will hopefully keep you covered in everything short of extreme skydiving.

The trick is to find that perfect balance between sexy, sophisticated, and sweet. The Velvet Burnout Halter from Hale Bob boasts all three elements with a sultry cut, decadent fabric, and sugar sweet pattern in pink. If you're in a colder clime, Nougat's Lambswool Cardigan will not only keep you warm but will also leave the outfit at a lower key without looking conservative - at least until the fun starts.

Of course you'll want to present your most flattering figure possible, so don't balk at wearing a skinny jean. The Red Engine Cayenne Skinny has an especially forgiving form which caters to every body type. Add a pair of peep toes like these Bukala heels will have your legs looking sky high.

Because the top is busy, accessories should be understated. A simple leather tote like the edgy Turnlock Hobo Bag from Juicy Couture would be just right. Jewelry choice allows for some wiggle room, but be sure to choose something in the same colour family as your outfit that represents your personality well.

One of the Boys

We've already discussed the menswear as womenswear trend of last fall, but now the look has evolved into something much more fun and feminine - while still maintaining a decidedly masculine touch.

This look incorporates a lot more lace, ruffles and general textures than its late predecessor, tucked in amid still-tailored jackets, but more catered to the feminine form than former, blockier styles.

The most noticeable change is the incorporation of colour. Ranging from pale blues to pop pinks, these garments are meant to noticed.

Shade of the Season: In the Pink

Now that spring is in full swing, a blush has been seen rising on runways - hot pink, neon pink, baby pink, all shades of pink make the grade this season, and there is a palette to suit all skin tones. You'll be surprised how easily it slips into your wardrobe - the once scary looking florescent pink has been transformed this season and we think you'll agree it is both stylish and very wearable.

Nougat has mastered the prima ballerina pigment, a tender pink presented best by their Cami with Smock Detail and V-Neck Cardigan in Dusty Pink. If you favor this fainter flush, Mimi and Coco has also captured it with a set of feminine basics like the Katia Lace Tank and Arabella Tank to get you started.

Embolden your pinks with a hint of orange in the hue. As with any flash color, a little goes a long way. It’s best to wear your brights in moderation, whether it’s in a choice accessory like Skinny’s Finger Candy Ring, or a carefully selected top in your shade of choice. A coral like the one in Bailey 44’s Virtue Reward Tank or Wicked Top in Flamingo will add that extra spice to your outfit without being loud.

Now that you're thinking pink, why not browse some of our newest items in this sought-after shade?