Summer Necessities

As summer approaches the search is usually on for that perfect bathing suit.  Except this year, we are all about finding drop dead gorgeous accessories to create an amazing beach day outfit . The beach bags, hats, and of course sandals are catching our eye this season. Accessories are a must have for any day in the sun. Forget about your typical summer necessities we are stocking up on hats, bracelets, and more this year.  It is all about making a statement and large colorful accessories are the way to go. We love pops of color so we picked out some of our favorite shoes, bags, and jewelry for you to browse.  Take a look and tell us what you think! 

Don’t forget to head out to the beach this summer with your best accessory.

How to Wear: Monochromatic Colors

Monochromatic Colors can be done a couple of ways. It is a daring look, but we believe anyone can pull it off. Just wear it with confidence.

Here are some tips!

Make sure the colors match perfectly. There is nothing worse than trying to dress in one shade and wearing two colors that are slightly different. So make sure to keep the colors consistent. You can also mix in another tone. This is easy to do with the accessories.  Here we chose a brown clutch and flats. It helps balance out the outfit, especially if you are a little concerned about the same tones.

P.S. monochromatic outfits can make you look taller! 

Another trend similar to monochromatic is color blocking. This is when you wear two different shades of either the same color or complementary colors. This look is great for those a little worried about completely matching their outfit.

Remember two colors are best or the outfit will become too busy. Complementary colors are great, but colors within the same family can also complete this look. If you decided to pick colors within the same family make sure they are at different ends of the spectrum. One of the best parts about color blocking is there are a ton of options, while monochromatic is limited.  We love how fun and bright this outfit is, and reminds us that summer is right around the corner!

Would you try either of these looks? 

1 Dress 3 Ways

Model: Jackie Farrior

Most of us have a sophisticated dress in our wardrobe that we only wear for special occasions.  Why not wear it all the time? Re-using and re-mixing your wardrobe is so much fun and gets the most out of your closet. So take a look at how we styled one dress, three different ways!

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Look 1: Professional & Flirty

This bright, bold blazer gives this dress a more casual feel, while making it appropriate for the workplace. The blazer is a perfect color for spring & summer, while the neutral sandals don’t overwhelm the outfit. We paired this dress with our over sized “Pardon My French” bag, a favorite of ours at Bella B. We love when an outfit makes a statement.

Look 2: Casual & Rustic

For this look, we wanted an outfit that is perfect for any daytime adventure. To tone down this dress we added boots for a carefree vibe.  We also wanted to show a little of our country side, but continue with vibrant colors.  The yellow scarf and sun hat really complete the look.  This outfit is excellent for wine tasting, exploring a farmer’s market, or attending your county fair this summer.

Look 3: Sophisticated & Dainty

This dress really is elegant and so on our last look we wanted to make sure it didn’t loose any of its beauty. The black tights against the white dress give a bold, strong contrast that we love. Paired with white and yellow Lily and Laura Bracelets this outfit screams sophisticated.

Brands That Rock a Cause

    Here at Bella B we always strive to carry the latest  fashion trends for our customers. However, keeping up with recent trends is not always easy…  When a brand has an amazing product and gives back through humanitarian efforts we can’t help but love their product.

Pura Vida is an example of a brand with gorgeous accessories that stands behind a cause.  Not only do Pura Vida’s bracelets rock a cause they have an incredible range of stylish, fun bracelets. An obvious favorite of ours at Bella B.

“Pura Vida or pure life in Spanish”

The company was started by two California locals, Griffin Thall and Paul Goodman. Pura Vida, means pure life in Spanish. Pura Vida gives back to the Costa Rican community where they first discovered these handmade bracelets.

     They currently provides full-time employment for 30 local Costa Rica artisans and they aim to continue increasing this number. Additionally, Pura Vida is a member of 1% for the Planet. By donating 1% back to Surfrider Foundation they are helping  protect and preserve oceans and beaches worldwide.

     With so many different styles and fabulous colors Pura Vida’s bracelets really rock. They are easy to mix, match and stack. So next time someone compliments you on your Pura Vida bracelets don’t forget to add that it is not just a fashion statement, but helping a world-wide cause.

This is just one of the many brands helping give back the community. Check back weekly for more Bella B featured brands that rock a cause.

Little Black Dress

We all have our go to black dress. It’s the one you can wear for any occasion and it never gets outdated even though its been worn at least 20 times. Every woman’s little black dress hugs her just right and brings out the confidence in her.

Next time your black dress is ready to make an appearance  try dressing it up with colorful accessories. Why not wear your favorite color with your favorite dress?!

In case you haven’t found the dress that was made for you yet, try one some of our favorites!

Life can be so “Charming”

 Express your individuality with a charm bracelet that represents who you really are. Alex and Ani charm bracelets are eco-friendly, and designed and created to be “positive energy products that adorn the body, enlighten the mind, and empower the spirit.” From the horoscope charms, to initials charms, to empowering symbol charms, there is a bracelet for everyone! Wear just one or stack them up to express the multiple sides of your personality.