Me too! Yahoo’s, ‘Get It Guide’ asked me to briefly weigh in on {insert JAWS theme song}… JEANS!

Check out the looks in the segment! The Look 4 Less

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From Left To Right
Black Cowl Neck Sweater – Gap 49$
Blue Short Sleeve Sweater – 29$ (SALE)
Gold Earrings – 9$
Silver Earrings – 9$
Rose Gold Boyfriend Watch – $10 *All Jewelry from Nordstroms T.B.D
Grey Suede Booties – Lucky Brand $79
Brown Leather Booties – Dolce Vita $89 (sale)

The point is there are NO rules anymore! Let all your old hangups & ‘rules’ about dressing go, and just have FUN! You might actually surprise yourself with what you come up with!

“Play around! Fashions fun and their are NO RULES!!” -JB

Armani Chic

Channeling your inner dapper and savvy gentleman. -JB

Belted Beauty’s by jbstyles on Polyvore.com

This post is for all us gals who may not be a size 6, and trotting around in clothes that could be just as easily mistaken for a two year old’s duds. Specifically I focused on the belted trend. Just because we may be a size 12 or 14 doesn’t mean we should be afraid to draw attention to our waist lines! Oh no! Quite the contrary, in fact I want you to draw attention to your favorite assets, whether that be your great cleavage, your tiny little waist, or those killer legs…flaunt it, you know you’ve got it!

Also I featured some of my favorite ‘plus’ brands/websites, here are a few more to check out. Gap.com, Faith21, Saks.com, J.Crew.com (up to 16), Banana Republic.com (up to 16), Bloomingdales.com, Rachel Pally.

Jeans by jbstyles featuring GAP jeans

Ok ladies: I was with a client who needed a new pair of great fitting jeans…and yes she wasn’t a size 2…so believe it or not we ended up finding ‘the one’ at the gap! They were great! They have redesigned their denim line and really have a bunch of great, affordable styles that flatter a wide range of figures. So when you have the time and ENERGY go check out their new great fitting denim. -JB

Great Belt!

Leather belt, Brave Leather, $80 after discount (originally $100); at braveleather.com.

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GQ Glasses Slideshow

Here's what you need to know to find your ideal glasses for your face!

Lands End Revamped!

I found this great little illustrated diagram on how to fold a pocket square, and thought that this might be very helpful for my male clients out there, who would love to sport a pocket square;

I mean come on, it’s not every girl who has one of the most well known and classic Hermes bag’s named after them! -JB

Groove Pant by jbstyles on Polyvore.com

Lululemon Groove Pant our a staple in EVERY woman’s wardrobe!  These are seriously the most flattering, comfortable and versatile ‘workout’ pants you will EVER purchase!  Yes, they are $98 but they are worth every penny.  You can wear them to the grocery store, picking the kids up from school or even just around the house and rest easy that you will be looking fabulous and fashionable.

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Lululemon.com to pick up your own pair!

Nude heels are one of the best kept secrets out there ladies!

We LOVE Mara Hoffman’s beautiful and extremely original silk printed dresses and jumpsuits. She is a NY designer who loves using bursts of color in all her designs.

April 2010 – GQ

Dressing well doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune. It’s about combining old-school know-how (Yeah, you better have a skilled tailor) with the realization that there are now more affordable style-centric stores than ever. Here’s where—and how—to shop, the items you should always buy for less, and the 25 rules that will make you a better-dressed, more cost-conscious man.

We felt that this slide show (link featured below) offers valuable tips for all you men who are trying to look fashionable yet may be on a tight budget. Even if your not on a tight budget it is still worth checking out, for unique sources of fashion. Cheers! -JB

Men\'s Style Savings Guide

Our Budget Beauty Favorites by jbstyles on Polyvore.com

Lets face it we are not all Donald Trump, and cannot afford to spend a small fortune on Beauty products and Cosmetics, fortunately for us we don’t have to. After years of research we have put together a list of our favorite easily purchased and affordable drugstore purchases that you will be sure to love!

Apricot Scrub: It smells lovely, and works as well as much more expensive scrubs
Degree (Men’s deodorant): We suggest this, yes for women, because as much as we hate to admit it we DO perspire and this deodorant both smells lovely and provides the ultimate protection.
Jergen’s Natural Glow: Great to build up a slow and natural glow. Use it occasionally throughout the week, and it will give you the look of being sun kissed without the UV rays.
Dove Body Wash: Great moisturizing body wash. Smells lovely. Also can be used as shaving lotion.
Gilete Razor: Men’s razor. But again this is the best razor we’ve found for getting down to the nitty gritty of things:) Those boys seem to really have it figured out in certain areas!
St.Ives Vitamin E lotion: All around great body lotion. Use it all year round, this is non greasy and is loaded with vitamin E.
ProV Restoratives: Pantene makes this great Shampoo and Conditioner. Out of almost all of the Shampoo and Conditions including salon brands this is by far the best for hydrating and repairing the hair shaft.
Neutrogena SPF 15 Facial lotion: Lotion for the face with spf. Apply prior to your makeup and it will keep your face moisturized all day!
No Slip Elastics: These are amazing! We have been looking for something like this for ages! These are ribbed so they do not slip out of the hair and they stay in for days! They are wonderful!! Run out and get them today!

Little Black Dress, a seasonless essential!

Hey guys! We thought this was a great tutorial on shaving! It seems a bit like the holy grail, to get that perfect close shave. Try these tips and to follow these instructions and you may be pleasantly surprised! -JB

Giltman 5/26/10

We’re digging into Goodyear Welt Construction (named after William Goodyear, whose father invented Goodyear Tires). Most men’s dress shoes are made using this method. What’s the difference? Basically the upper part of the shoe is fitted on the last (that’s the mold) and fastened together by sewing a leather strip (called a welt) to the inner and upper sole. Typically, a 12-strand-thick thread is used to hold the pieces of leather in place.

This construction method leaves an empty space that is later filled with a material called Flexofil. Finally, the sole of the shoe is attached using a powerful adhesive. Goodyear-welted dress shoes take much longer to manufacture and is the preferred process for most high-end shoe companies.

Eyebrow Mistakes by jbstyles on Polyvore.com

Eyebrows can make or break your entire look. Here are a few things of what not to do when grooming your brows…

1.) Over Plucking-your eyebrows give your face interest and help define your eyes: Don’t go crazy with your tweezers!

2.) Bleaching-many woman try to bleach their eyebrows to match their colored hair. This is a BIG NO, NO!

3.) Misplacing your Arch-Do not place your arch too close to the center of your eye, it will make you look angry.

4.) Do not darken your brow too much; DO darken your brow for a dramatic night look, but subtle is the key, one to two shades darker then your hair color and color in sparse hair

5.) NO TATTOO MAKEUP!! YIKES! That’s a major NO!

The scarf is a timeless, ageless accessory that can be found in all sizes, colors and shapes! The great thing about a scarf is that it is can provide a punch of color, texture or pattern to an outfit in a blink of an eye.

Whether you are a High Fashion Model or just you or running out looking for a new outfit there are few things you should always wear to the stores to ensure you can get an accurate fit. After all you want to ensure you are purchasing the most flattering garment possible!

Tips for Women:
-Properly Fitting Bra
-Heels (If the outfit will require heels) *i.e. for hemming
-A white or black camisole
-Thong (For those who do not wear, underwear that will not show underwear lines)
-If you are shopping for evening wear, bring a strapless bra

Tips for Men:

-White fitted tee
-Boxer Briefs or Briefs (preferred)
-Dress Socks (Dark)
-Dress Shoes (If you are shopping for slacks, or suits) *Important for tailoring

Happy Shopping! -JB
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Hot Denim! by jbstyles featuring Paige Denim

Ladies! Don’t miss these must have new denim styles! Super flattering…and are season-less (well except for maybe the white capris) Take Care! -JB

Get out to the beach in style.

Toms, a slip on canvas shoe available in a variety of colors, the hottest fad or here to stay? We feel that there not particularly flattering or attractive, however they are convenient, comfortable and philanthropic. Every pair of Tom shoes purchased an additional pair are purchased for a child in need! Fad or not, we could certainly use more companies of this nature. SO….long live the Tom’s?

Toms by jbstyles on Polyvore.com

Some of the best inspiration comes from our past! Don’t be afraid to look back and get inspired. -JB

Foundation Wardrobe Key Ingredients:
Perfect Pair of Denim (preferably dark wash)
White button down blouse/shirt (fitted)
Suit Jacket/Trousers (can be worn as a set or separates)
Little Black Dress
Trench Coat (Khaki)
Cardigan
Pencil Skirt
Perfect tee (White and Black)

Once you have these building blocks you can add in your Accessories (think shoes, belts, jewelry, scarfs) to give your foundation wardrobe panache and flare.

Your Foundation: Building Blocks of a Great Wardrobe by jbstyles featuring J Crew

I have to say for men and women on the go this should really be your new best friend.  Actually scratch that.  For anyone who doesn’t LOVE to press every crease or kink in their shirt or skirt then THIS product should be their best friend!

Currently I believe I have two bottles in my residence, one in my office, and a travel size for my purse. (Also a must for vacations!)

If you haven’t discovered the wonders and time saving benefits of this magical product run out to the store NOW and get yourself this magical little product.

Enjoy! -JB

(Send my regrets to your iron/steamer, it wasn’t personal.)

For some of you this may seem intuitive; but for many of us this concept has passed us by.

The BRA, aka your FOUNDATION GARMENT, in my opinion, is the most vital part of your outfit on a day to day basis!  So first and foremost, if you have not been to a professional bra fitter go now!  (I mean drop everything, and go get those tah tah’s measured asap!)

Once you know your correct brassiere size, then you need to invest in 3-5 bra’s.

Here are my recommendations:

1-2: Everyday Bra’s: Proper support, t-shirt friendly (sorry no lace ladies, if we’re going for practical the cups need to be smooth) Colors: Nude, Black

1-2: Sports Bra’s: Not only will your girls thank you when your running on that treadmill, your posture, your back and workout silhouette will thank you!

1-Strapless bra: NUDE! Ideally with straps that can be removed and placed in different strap positions for various shirt designs. (razor back, haler, etc)

1-Low plunging bra: For those nights out that you are feeling a bit more daring and still need the support of a bra!  This will be your best friend girls!

DEPENDING ON BUST SIZE:

Large Bust: 1- Minimizer- This is a great tool for garments that might need to de emphasize the bust, or shirts that may be a bit tighter in the bust area. (Also a good trick is if you really need to minimize the bust where a sports bra, try it! It really works well, and is comfy!)

Small Bust: 1-2 Push-up/Water Bras’s- These are well known to be a girls best friend!  For those of us who haven’t been as blessed in that area, there are many bra’s on the market that can give the effect of a cup to two cups larger with simply a bra!

Alright my last tip is that bra’s are worth investing in!  A good bra should cost you $45-$90; depending on brand and embellishment.  Ladies, this is a staple of your wardrobe, and in many cases your health can be affected by these garments!  Your worth it, go out and buy those quality bra’s!

You and your significant other will thank me! -JB

P.S. A few recommended brands: Le Mystere, Chantelle, Simone Perele, Wacoal, Champion, Spanx

Investment Bra’s! by jbstyles on Polyvore.com

The New Way to Pack Travel Features: GQ.com.

Click on The Picture For Slide Show

Our first Print Ad hit the streets two days ago in Chicago Social: The Men’s Book! We are all very excited! Chicago Social this year…Vanity Fair next! Thanks to all of you who have supported us from the beginning! Best. -JB

Check out this great article from Real Simple.  Click on the link below, and you’ll find suggestions for every hair type.  (Not that “we” no anything about ‘bad hair days’)

No More Bad Hair Days: Great Hairstyles Every Day | Real Simple.

1.) Never Wear Anything Your Grandma Wouldn’t Approve Of.

Women: Think low cut blouses, skirts

Men: Baggy, Low Pants, Controversial/ Innapropriate T-Shirts

2.) Tailored – Cleaned – Pressed

Presentation Over Price

3.) Less is MORE!

Women: Think Jewelry, Makeup, Hair Product, Perfume

Men: Think Facial Hair, Man Jewelry, Hair Product, Cologne,

4.) Know your body, and Dress Accordingly.

We all come in different shapes and sizes, embrace yours.

5.)Confidence is your best accessory.

Without Confidence; the other four rules aren’t as effective!

Best.-JB

Be gentle, this is my first big TV segment. We all start somewhere;) -JB

We love these fun, quirky pen and ink drawings!  Check them out!

Daily Beauty Tip – InStyle.

Layered Blush

Le Cointreau Privé on Cool Hunting.

As the former curator of he renowned Château de Bionnay, a massive castle near Lyon that’s now a residence for artists, transforming the hotel periodically comes naturally to Rousseau. Its latest incarnation, a tasteful burlesque theme, was designed to serve as the home to Dita Von Teese, who will perform there nightly for the month of October 2010.

If we  had all the money in the world, we would FOR SURE be catching a show and enjoying the lovely residences of this boutique hotel in sweet Pari! For now fall in Chicago will do quite nicely.  -JB

Jenna Lyon’s, director of J.Crew, empty’s out her purses contents.

Jenna Lyon's Purse Contents

I think this is a really great way to get a glimpse into a woman’s life.  What’s in your purse?  Please let us know!  Attach pictures too! -JB

A Dermatologist’s Skin-Care Picks | Real Simple.

Face Basics

Arielle Kauvar, a dermatologist in New York City, switches to richer skin-care products before the cold weather really sets in. “This helps your skin transition and avoid the dryness and sensitivity that can come with winter,” she says. Here, her personal goods.

A Creamy Cleanser

Kauvar swaps her warm-weather foaming face wash for Skinceuticals Cleansing Cream ($29, skinceuticals.com). She prefers its milky formula because it contains alpha hydroxy acids to slough off flaky dead cells and comfrey extract to soothe skin. If your face is very dry, she suggests Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Anti-Aging Nourishing Cream Cleanser ($9 at drugstores). This extra-emollient wash won’t strip skin of precious oils or leave it feeling parched.

Look of the Day – Fashion – InStyle.

Elizabeth Hurley

Welcome to Anthropologie - Anthropologie.com.

Hey Guys!

Think there are some valueable tips in this 1min clip.  Think:

• -Colorful Hanky
• -Fun Tie (texture, pattern, size)
• -Cufflings
• -Socks
• -Detail Detail Detail (Linings, Shoes, Tie pin or clip)
• Little things can make all the difference!

GQ Rules – Daily Video.

Here are a few new purchases I made recently. Let me know what you guys think. I will include photo’s later of how I accessorize each piece. I am really excited about each piece. Especially that Elie Tahari sequin number! Hot right!?!

I think I am going to rock it tonight with black tights and a turtle neck to play it down a bit…Anyway. Hope ya all have a great weekend and remember…Fashions fade, but style is eternal!

Oh, and there are TONS of great sales going on right now…if you need anything great time to take advantage!

Best. -JB
Sequin Dress: Elie Tahari $395
Grey Dress: Ted Baker $295
Cordoroy Black Leggings: Hue $28 *MUST HAVE…soo comfy!

Accessories:
Two Rings (Black and Turquiose)
Spanxs Tights…The best!

Makeup:
Mac Pigment Powder: Naked
Fix it liquid

Last night was the Final of Chicago’s Fashion Focus…i.e.’s Chicago’s Fashion Week for local designers. I thought the show was wonderfully done, and by far the best of the five of the week. Kudos to Tyler and his crew that put in so much HARD work!

Here are some photos from the event. Unfortunately I took my friend Peter Wagner (photographer) with me and he forgot his camera LOL…so these are courtesy of my iphone;)

Halloween is right around the corner…what are you wearing???

Here are a few beautiful masks we found from Italy; Handmade, real Ostrich feathers (sold on Gilt for a few hundred $$ but I think you could accomplish the same look with purchasing a mask from your local craft store and adorning it with your own feathers and beads)

Let us know some of your ideas and costumes!

-JB

This is a Total must have for Winter! Etsy.com! LOVE. -JB

the OVERSIZED EGO scarf / color SUNFLOWER by topherco on Etsy.

One of our favorite Holiday’s @ JBstyles! A day when you can be anybody or anything you choose. Only your imagination is the limit.

One of the most common issues I face with my clients is ‘How do I dress for my shape’. All of us have different figures, but generally we fall within certain categories. Wearing clothes that emphasize your shape or flatter your figure can make all the difference in your confidence, self-esteem not to mention over all image.

Here is a helpful graphic that I pulled from InStyle, that breaks-down what items are perfect for your shape.

More to come on this subject, because we really believe this is one of the most important key’s to looking FAB and feeling great! Best. -JB

Rookie wide receiver Eric Decker went to school at Minnesota and now laces ‘em up for the Broncos, which means he knows something about cold weather. Here in the Twin Cities, he stays warm in the kind of toggled, hooded, heavyweight duffel coats that will help you graduate to the next level, even if you’re on a starter salary

Eric Decker of the Denver Broncos Models Fall Duffel Coats: Wear It Now: GQ.

(View the slide show for more great outfits/and images of Eric)

So you’ve been invited to a dinner party and you need the perfect gift. Well here are a few ideas…

(These little creations are great for cooling whiskey or liquids without deluding them!)

(Pair with a nice bottle of wine, unique and sure to make a lasting impression!)

Well have fun, and don’t forget to have a drink for me! -JB

Looking for gift ideas? We will be featuring different gift themes for the follow 7 days. Todays theme: HIM

Gifts Guide: HIM by jbstyles on Polyvore.com

by.Unabashedly Prep.

Other then loving the models unruly Nicole Kidmanesque  hair; love the school girl white socks, loafer look! The Monogram sweater is also a huge must!

by.Unabashedly Prep.

Love this ensemble!  Particular favorite is the Italian suede loafers, sans socks.  YUM!

The GQ Spring Style Preview: Wear It Now: GQ.

We can’t wait until Spring when these babies are due to debut! -JB

Best and Worst Dressed of the Academy Awards: Jennifer Burton: MyFoxCHICAGO.com

Elizabeth Taylor: Tribute to an Icon by jbstyles on Polyvore.com

Her life was marked with great love, great success, and at times great sadness.

One of the last icons of ‘Old Hollywood’, Taylor optimized everything that era stood for.

Her combination of classic beauty, genuine talent, and larger then life persona, all contributed to the legend, that is Elizabeth Taylor.

As all great icons, she will forever be remembered for her contributions as a actress, business woman and philanthropist.

-Jennifer Burton

Loved this guys styles. And @ 7:45 in the am! You rOcK Raymond!

By Nicolette Mason

Dorothy Perkins Coral Colorblock Shift Dress, $24, at Dorothy Perkins; ASOS Curve Color Block Big Pocket Maxi Dress, $94.81, at ASOS; Evans Colour Block Shift Top, $56, at Evans.

“Avoid Denim, Especially Skinny Jeans”—I was completely baffled when I came across a column on what plus-size women should avoid, and found that the columnist discouraged the use of denim, insisting that they only highlight problem areas. As for the “skinny jeans” part? False! Actually, if you are concerned with clothes being “flattering,” a slim, fitted cut can elongate the length of your legs, creating a slimming effect. But more importantly, skinny jeans are a good look. I’d hardly recommend you saddle up with a pair of boot cuts, right? A great pair of well-fitting jeans are an essential part of every wardrobe!

Plus-Size Fashion Rules- Rules For Plus-Size Clothing.

That time of year has come for the Semi – Annual Nordstrom Anniversary SALE, and this year there are more then enough stylish items to choose from.  Some of our FAVORITE sale items over here at JBStyles include: the always fashionable Cape style jacket, A great fur/faux fur piece, oversized sweater (think Trouve or Vince), Over the Knee Boot, and of a few key accessorizes. (cross over bag,chunky bangles, oversized watch, maybe even a feather or two)  You’ll be ready to rock fall and your pocket book won’t be bleeding! Happy Shopping! -JB

How To:
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