Tag: Forever 21

How to Style Puffy Sleeves

MASTER THIS RUNWAY LOOK LIKE A PRO!

Erin of She's Red Haute wearing a floral puff sleeve dress

The puffy sleeve trend has made its rounds from the 1800’s to the 80’s, and started resurfacing in the 2019 runway shows of designers such as Marc Jacobs and Valentino. You probably even caught a regal glimpse of Beyonce sporting the style at the 2020 Golden Globes! Here are a four tricks of the trade to style puffy sleeves!

Erin of She's Red Haute wearing a floral puff sleeve dress

FOCUS ON FABRIC: Finding the right fabric is the basis of conquering a puff-sleeve ensemble. A light fabric can be too wispy and cling, where as sturdy fabric will help the look from losing its shape.

Erin of She's Red Haute wearing a floral puff sleeve dress and hot pink accessories

BOLD ACCESSORIES: You can add heightened accessories to help even out the drama of the look. My recommendation, wear your hair up with a large pair of earrings, or even go with a bright color. In this look, I chose to do both with the hot pink Forever 21 bag and earrings.

Erin of She's Red Haute wearing a floral puff sleeve dress

PRINTS: A good print, like the floral motif seen in this H&M dress, is a perfect way to help camouflage as well as accentuate the puff. You’d almost think that adding a bold print with puffy sleeves would be too over the top, but really, it ups the drama and can give the whole look high-fashion vibes.

Erin of She's Red Haute wearing a floral puff sleeve dress

CINCH THE WAIST: To even out the fullness of the sleeves, find a design that has a cinched or form fitted waistline, or even do it yourself with a cute belt! It will allow the puff sleeves to be the statement piece without feeling frumpy everywhere else!

Trying this dramatic look takes some getting used to, but with these four style tips, you’ll be ready to wear puffy sleeves like a pro! Who says the runway models should have all the fun?

Winter Whites for the Win

She's Red Haute Winter Whites, All white outfit on a redhead with white background

White is a tricky color, no matter the season. Some white articles of clothing are made cheaply, creating a see-through effect. Sadly, the color itself doesn’t do much for camouflage. However, in the depths of winter, when an all black look is at the top of the list, a bright color goes a long way to bring a little sunshine into your wardrobe. Here are some tips to making Winter Whites a Win:

She's Red Haute Winter Whites, All white outfit on a redhead sitting on grey stairs
  1. THICKNESS: Pair white pants with a thick cozy sweater! Unconsciously, white clothing, even if heavy, can give an airy effect in your brain. So, you want to make sure you battle the chill! Personally, I love this one from Forever 21 (similar here). This turtleneck keeps out the cold with thick material and has a loose fit for comfort.
She's Red Haute Winter Whites, All white outfit on a redhead sitting on grey stairs

2) TAILORED PIECES: Don’t waist your time on pants that are too tight or so thin you can see more of your butt than the pant. Face it, we have all seen this! Finding a well-tailored pant with a good lining is key! These Forever 21 high-waisted slacks elongate the legs and are a great price!

She's Red Haute Winter Whites, All white outfit on a redhead with white background

3) PAIR WITH LIKE COLORS: To captivate those who pass you by, try a head to toe white look! It’s sure to catch eyes in a sea of dark winter wardrobes. To complete this all white look, I paired it with these Forever 21 White Boots. For a more multi-dimentional look, you can pair white pieces with other cream and tan colors to ensure a similar effect!

She's Red Haute Winter Whites, All white outfit on a redhead sitting on grey stairs

4) MAKE YOUR RED HAIR POP: Redheads: winter whites are perfect for making those fiery tendrils pop! Luckily, we have the benefit of allowing our hair to be the best complimenting accessory! You can also match your hair to other accessories, such as bracelets, or belts!

She's Red Haute Winter Whites, All white outfit on a redhead with white background

So, when you’re in need of a pick-me-up throughout the cold months, try wearing Winter Whites to lighten your mood and boost your confidence!

Redhead wearing all white with grey background