Can You Wear Boots in the Summer?

Yes You Can! Some people automatically push their boots to the back of the closet and make them patiently wait for Fall. Boots can spice up an outfit faster in the Summer than in the Winter. Dresses and skirts are so hot in the fashion world right now, and although the perfect sandal is also a summertime necessity don't forget your boots. Another plus is that you can make the same dress you wore with sandals or heels look and feel different with boots.

There have been endless bloggers and persons with fashion advice bashing UGG's for a couple of years now. I don't think they should be worn for fashion in the summer, but I don't think they are going out of style no matter how much the runways hate them. I think you can still sport your UGG's on a cold morning headed for the tanning salon, or grabbing some coffee. I would advise not to wear them as a fashion piece out at night but you always have to show your trusty UGG's some love.

If you want to see some other amazing summer styles from head to toe worn with boots check in with Free People, they have been making outfits Boho Chic with boots for years now. At denM, we love it.

Peace.

What to Wear to a Funeral

I am going to a funeral this week and I met another girl that had one on the weekend. We were discussing what was appropriate attire for a funeral these days. I found myself giving what to wear a lot of thought. I even went as far as asking my mother if I must wear black. I finally did some research, and deeper thought on the issue, and decided to share what I found. Now I can help someone else out.

The first thing you need to do is think about the type of funeral you will be attending. If it is being held in a very formal environment such as a big Catholic church, or in a location known to be flooded with wealthy or upper class people then your attire will most likely need to be formal. Men, in this case, should wear black suits with black ties and ladies would be in longer, covering black dresses, with closed toed black heels and possibly a black hat. Think of a funeral scene from a movie and you'll get the picture.

However, the majority of funerals these days are not that formal. They are gatherings meant to mourn and celebrate the life lost and lived of the person who passed. What you wear should reflect the statement you are making in your thoughts regarding the person lost. It is easier to celebrate the life of a person lost after a very long and fruitful life, but it is very hard to celebrate the passing of a life cut too short. Many would not want to wear anything but black to a very upsetting funeral for a child, and you may want to wear something a little more fun to a funeral for your grandma who left quietly after many beautiful years. It is really is a matter of opinion but here are some basic rules.

• Never where bright colors such as hot pink or neon green, such a bold choice may be offensive to some. Obviously if hot pink was the deceased persons favorite color it would be appropriate for a bunch of girls to match wearing the color of her choice. There will be exceptions to the rules.

• Never dress sexy or provocative. You can never go wrong with being respectful & conservative.

• Check what church you will be going to. Some churches do not allow  your shoulders to show.

• Be clean and well put together. Shoes should be clean, and clothes should fit properly. Never wear athletic shoes or beat up jeans. 

Guys can wear a black button-up with no tie and the top button unbuttoned to look formal while feeling more casual. For a more casual look add nice jeans. For a  more formal look add slacks. Safe colors for girls include darker jewel tones, like deep purple, emerald, or even grey would be great. Many shades of blue are also very safe. The main point is not to dress to bright, or light. If you avoid being flashy or trashy and follow a few simple guide lines you can reflect your own personal style and feel comfortable. Don't stress, it's not as hard to get it right as we make it seem. 

Don't forget to accessorize this Spring. Amazing colors in bright hues are all the rage. I love it; from frilly dresses, vintage looking flowered headbands, all the way down to your yellow painted toes. Don't leave anything out. Grab a big, sparkly, hot pink cocktail ring and pair it with some hot pink studs in your ears and you won't go wrong. It feels good to be a girly-girl this Spring. denM & Nectar have all kinds of fun little things to choose from to celebrate the beautiful blue sky.

Toms Shoes for a Cause

I've been hearing the buzz of Tom's for a while now but never really looked into the shoe brand. I thought it was just new shoes for hippie latte drinkers and their hippie little wild haired kids. That was until one day a preppy clean cut guy friend of mine stopped by the store wearing a pair- and they looked good!

Come to find out Tom's shoes are just one of the few brands out there helping to make fashion have a positive impact on poverty around the world. A truly good cause I would love to support. Instead of buying a pair for ourselves we bought a hundred pairs for denM to sell and help others make a fashion statement and a difference.

For every pair you purchase Tom's will give a pair to a child in need. One for one. TOMS Shoes has given over 10,000 pairs of shoes to children in Argentina, they took 50,000 pairs to South Africa and have been on a “shoe drop”in Ethiopia. The brand gave away over 200,000 pairs in 2008 alone. Watch the video to see the powerful difference a brand can make. And buy a pair of Tom's to get your fashion on too.

The Boyfiend Jean is in Full Effect

In case you have not noticed, the boyfriend style is in when it comes to jeans. The boyfriend cut is usually worn baggy and pinch rolled at or above the ankle. You can wear it with flats or dress it up with some bright colored heels. I am not gonna lie, this look I totally love. Something that I love about it too is that I've seen older women and younger girls pull this look off and look great.

I put a bunch a pic's on here so you would have an idea how to pull it together. denM is getting in the most well name brand to do the look with, Current Elliot. The shorts and pants will be in any day. Do your research and then come in ready to pull off the entire look.

Cheers!

Nectar

I haven't posted in a while because a new birth was taking place, and I have been dealing with the labor pains. She is born! We have a new designer inspired store- Nectar.
Nectar Clothing is just two doors down from denM on the same block in historic downtown Redlands. The store is full of fashion for ladies only. Nectar has a fresh, hip feel, but the most beautiful thing about Nectar is the prices!
Tanks and basics start at $4.99, and we have great fitting V-necks for only $5.75. There are oodles of dresses, and all the girly things that Spring is calling our name to buy. Dresses are all under$40, tops are all under $27, but we have tons of tops under $15.
Come in and see our new baby, Nectar.

Watch out, I'm gonna be bloggin' you to death because Spring Fashion has arrived.

New Man-Fashion Terms To Know

This is pretty self explanatory. If you are a guy, and putting your wallet and cell phone in your pocket comes a distant second to using your man purse, you know what I'm talking about. I am talking about feminine trends that have been around for centuries now crossing over to being acceptable for guys.

My husband is no exception. My mom has been trying to convince me he is gay for years now. Especially when he sports his marf and rolls his mants up. I knew his little feminine ways would be more accepted sooner or later. His time has come.

Guys are now sporting man-purses, otherwise known as a "murse". They wear man-scarves that have now been termed a "marf". Now even man-jewelry is becoming quite common, which I call "mewelry".

Make your own terms, it is open season to come up with some new words. Man-short pants could be mants, shants, or even man-diggers (instead of clam-diggers). Man accessories should have a general term to function. Any ideas??