Bottoms Up!

We've been showing a lot of tops on here recently, but we haven't really given you any bottoms to pair them with. We at Urban Minx have an absurdly wide selection of pants, but let's showcase a few of our new favorites! The Buxton Leather Pants in Charcoal by TAG are so rocker chic, and they'll look great with almost any top, but with their muted color would be best paired with something white or black. The Penelope Pants in Black by Bailey 44 are stretchy yet form-fitting and would look amazing under an over-sized tank or tee. The Mid Rise Boot Cut Jean in SMT from Hudson Jeans are a classic homage to blue jeans, but with a bit of a twist on the back pockets.

Ask Elyse: Downsizing

Dear Elyse,

I regret that I over-indulged a bit over the holidays so I'm looking to find a way to slim down my silhouette in time for New Year's. Any tips?

Thank you,

Breanne

Dear Breanne,

The holidays are all about going a little overboard, so you're not alone if you're still feeling that Christmas feast.

First off, I have to tell you that light colours are not your friend of the moment. Darker shades will always present a more slender silhouette. Also, opt for more forgiving (though not necessarily looser) fabrics with only a little extra stretch to them. This way your outfit will allow for a little wiggle room without letting it all hang out. I recommend ponte knit trousers like the 7 For All Mankind Bootcut in Double Knit Black or Tag's Stretch Knit Bootcut in Black.

The same rules apply for formal attire. Stay in the darker shades and avoid jersey knits. Dresses from Stop Staring! are cut in millenial fabric perfect for creating a sleek silhouette by sucking in all the right bits of your anatomy. If you're looking for something a little less clingy, opt for a dress in the empire style, which flatters the bust but makes sure your midsection only exists in imagination.

Lastly, heels always help. Not only will they encourage you to stand straighter (and slimmer), they will elongate your legs and give you a tighter appearance.

Hope this helps and happy holidays,
Elyse

Grand Opening

UrbanMinx fans rejoice! UrbanMinx is delighted to announce that we have recently added yet another location in which to discover even more fashion finds and some already-favorites. Opened this December the 5^th within the holiday hot spot of Sun Valley, Idaho, our newest store can be found in a postcard picturesque setting surrounded by choice restaurants, fabulous shopping, hot springs, and an even hotter nightlife.

Along with providing the brands familiar to our stores such as Hale Bob, Ella Moss, Tulle, Sky, and Bailey 44, our Sun Valley store will also be carrying exclusive brands like Black Halo, Tag Denim, Jennifer Ouellette, and DL & Company, as well as Laundry by Design and Santi.

So if you're in the area, be sure to drop by and have a warm Minx welcome on us!