Gwyneth Paltrow's new website -- GOOP!

Gwyneth Paltrow has launched a website! And it's GREAT!

www.GOOP.com is a great place to go for just about anything. She reveals the best places to shop, explore, and rejuvenate. Gwyneth's decision to share her secrets will inevitably benefit you! All you have to do is spend a few minutes at her site...click here for the goop!



If you don't have time, have no fear! That's why dcstylestop.com is here! Check out the spring fashion newsletter by Goop. Military chic is definitely in, and Goop has pulled a few looks together. Fair warning, these looks are designed more for people with a budget similar in size to miss Paltrow's...but it is still a great place to get ideas!

Washingtonian.com's Sarah Zlotnick Makes Spring Shopping Easy!

Spring is officially in full swing, and you know what
that means...WEDDING SEASON! Sarah Zlotnick, at the Washingtonian.com took the time (so you don't have to) to pull together some really great Spring wedding looks ( see all of the looks here). Focusing on florals, long dresses, and great shoes is a sure way to pull together a classy look. Shopping shouldn't be difficult, and Ms. Zlotnick has made it easier than ever! Enjoy! (and don't forget to leave her a few comments to say thanks!)


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If you're getting antsy about spring and summer fashion, be sure to check back here regularly. dcstylestop.blogspot.com goes into full swing on May 9th and we promise we won't let you down. Expect to find great deals, amazing looks, and fun tips each and every day.

Spring Must Haves

Every magazine, website and blog have given their best opinion as to which articles of clothing are absolutely essential to complete your stylish spring look. One thing is certain--spring dresses are EVERYWHERE and they look fantastic! Everything from floral prints, white flutter dresses, and bright colored shift dresses to little black dresses with bright accessories are seen at every happy hour, coffee shop, and museum in the city.

Tights are out. Great legs are in. Accessories are bright, bold, and flirty. Shoes are casually sexy. And loose tank tops with skinny jeans have made it through the winter and are sure to stick around until the end of spring (if not all the way to fall)!

InStyle.com let a few celebrities choose their favorite pieces for spring... click
here to see what they came up with!

**Photo Credit: Instyle.com

Washington Post has done such a great job of capturing the fashion scene in DC...but this story really kicks a few stereotypes to the curb -- Fashionable wardrobes can be donned by highly educated men and women!

"The notion of a fashion smackdown has the ring of something simplistic and base. It makes these two women -- Obama with her Ivy League degrees and the multilingual, musical Bruni-Sarkozy -- seem inarticulate, as if they are communicating in a smattering of grunts and exclamations, and are ultimately incapable of uttering anything more thoughtful than "My dress is prettier than your dress." --

We're Making Progress!

Working on this site has already been such a great experience. It has allowed me to meet so many new people while opening my eyes to a part of Washington, DC that I had yet to see. I thought about bringing the site down for a few weeks until it was completely ready to go, but I love the feedback I have been getting so I have decided to leave the site public. Please look for updates and changes on the site in the next few weeks as pieces begin to fall into place--and as always, any feedback is very much wanted!

Spring Fling

I spent three hours in Macy's last night. Normally I would feel guilty devoting so much time to one store, but they have great sales at the moment and I needed a day of relaxation. I'm not quite ready to try on a swim suit, but they are definitely out and ready to be purchased. Instead I spent my hard earned money on new "underthings" and a refill of my favorite perfume (DKNY Be Delicious Fresh Blossom). Now, the reason that link is to Sephora instead of Macy's is because Sephora ships for free, AND Sephora offers the 1oz size...which is only $40 and perfect for your purse. I got the 1.7oz size because I was feeling impulsive...but now I am concerned about carrying it around with me.

Either way, I LOVE this fragrance because it is light, not too sweet, but still exceptionally unique. The 1oz container lasted nearly 6 months for me....and I used it more than most people would (plus I probably shared it with others as much as I used it on myself). Perfume is such a great way to top off your look. Even if others don't smell it, you will know you smell wonderful. Shop around and find the fragrance that is perfect for you.

Great picks for spring weddings...

Spring is near, and with it comes dozens and dozens of weddings. Choose a few great dresses and match them with different cardigans and jewelry for each wedding. This will not only save money, but also your precious time. We all know how hard it is to find a great dress, let alone a new one every week. Buy shoes that are cute and comfortable, jewelry that won't fall apart, and cardigans that can be mixed and matched to a few different dresses. Good luck!

Here are a few suggestions,
1. Instead of a dress with sleeves, go sleeveless and add a colorful cardigan. It breaks up the look of the dress and is more comfortable -- plus, it is super feminine.

2. Dresses are great, but if you can't find a dress that you love, go with a skirt and blouse or even nice pants and a nice blouse. Avoid business casual and go for business professional (but don't forget to wear color!!)

3. Once again: COLOR, COLOR, COLOR! We all know that black is usually not okay to wear to a wedding, but try to avoid grays and pale colors. Bright colors are what weddings are all about (hint: avoid red or you'll end up looking like the "lady-in-red" at the wedding...also not okay).


So here is what I found for my friend. . .


This is an Eliza J. dress from Nordstrom and I absolutely love it. Once again, the cut of the dress is great for all body types. I love the idea of an orange or blue cardigan with this dress because it would give you the necessary sleeves while also accenting the bright colors. There is a bit of white at the bottom of this dress, but don't worry--it's not enough to be considered wearing a "white dress" (especially once you put on the cardigan).

Another similar option that I think would look great on her because of her amazing olive skin...

First, get over your fear of all things coral colored. This dress , which is also from Nordstrom, was designed by Ralph Lauren. The coral colors make it a great choice for spring weather and weddings. With a white cardigan, you can turn this sleeveless dress into a more conservative dress. It is not necessary to match your shoes to the color of the dress if you can match them to the color of your cardigan or jewelry. Speaking of jewelry; turquoise goes GREAT with coral! If that isn't your style, you will be safe with pearls, black or silver jewelry--just use your judgment and have fun!

A great place to find affordable cardigans is Express.com . Go here to see the different colors of cardigans!


I hope this helps!