Check out the latest arrivals for the Standard Coop line. These shoes are affordable and more importantly, on trend. Here are some of our particular favs.

The 62nd Annual Primetime Emmys aired Sunday night with hits and misses spotted on the red carpet, and this year the opinions were all over the board. I picked my top five while watching the pre-show, but even the most credible fashion critics didn’t agree with some of my choices. Everyone one has their opinion but I applaud those who aren’t afraid to take a risk and pull it off, while some of my picks where a little forward I think my top five did an excellent job of polishing off an entire look without being over the top. Continue Reading…

Fur has been turning everywhere from clothes to shoes to purses; this is a trend that you can’t get away from. If you haven’t invested in a faux fur piece, now is the time to. Faux fur vests are oh so chic and can instantly add a sense of luxury to any outfit. This one by Rebecca Taylor is great for layering as the fall season approaches and can be found at Standard Style on the Plaza.

Must me nice to have Chanel, Balenciaga, Tom Ford and Valentino on your resume. This Danish model is showing up all over every publication’s September issue.  Her hairstyle alone is causing all the rage, it’s dubbed the “freja”

“The haircut of the season is undoubtedly the Freja, after model du jour Freja Beha Erichsen. The fresh-faced Dane sums up the mood of the season with her choppy, laissez-faire, shoulder-length style, which is given definition and volume with layers and texture, and cut using a sharp-edged razor. It suits pretty much any face shape and doesn’t take much upkeep.”- The Irish Times

She & Him, a musical collaboration between the massively talented M. Ward and the ethereal and equally talented Zooey Deschanel, performed last night at the Uptown Theater. Zooey, better known for her roles in Almost Famous, Elf, and 500 Days of Summer, captivated the crowd with her sweet yet sultry voice and oh-so-stunning good looks. She wore a precious, sparkly, baby blue dress that made it impossible to keep your eyes off her and bounced around with infectious energy while shaking a tambourine. They performed songs from their latest album, Volume Two, as well as M. Ward’s latest album, Hold Time, on which Zooey also collaborated. During their cover of “Wouldn’t It Be Nice” and “Fools Rush In,” Zooey entertained the crowd by playing the ukulele.

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Another great transitional look for the time between summer and fall is to incorporate darker floral prints into your wardrobe. Floral patterns using more muted colors such as mustard, plum, and olive are great alternatives to the brighter colors of summer. The color palette indicates fall while the floral pattern implies summer, the combination of which is perfect for the in-between months! Try pairing a darker floral skirt with a denim or army jacket or style a floral dress with a distressed leather belt. For shoes, stick to some must-have lace up boots or some cute booties for the perfect touch!

My pick for this week is more than just one piece, but a whole look. School is now in session and I’m loving this classic, prep school inspired look by Haute Hippie. They really did a great job of pairing preppy oxford shirts back to embellished minis for a cool contrast of conservative polish with edgy glam. You can find both the boyfriend oxford shirts (with attached scarf) and the sequined minis at Standard Style Boutique.

As the summer is coming to an end, so is the day of the messy, tousled beach hair. It’s great for warmer weather when your hair needs a break from the heat and other harmful chemicals, but it’s much too fussy for fall. In its place is a much smoother and sleeker look, perfect for the conservative glamour hitting the runways. Parted down the middle or to one side, you’re sure to look chic for any occasion.

This fall, animal prints have been dominating the runways of designer collections like Gucci, Dolce and Gabbana, Cavalli, and Oscar de la Renta. They can be seen anywhere, everywhere, and on any color. Try choosing it for pieces like blazers, blouses, coats, dresses, and shoes that are classic, versatile, and can last through seasons to come. For work, you can pair a leopard print blouse with a chic pencil skirt, or a printed blazer with trousers. And for a night out, a sexy spotted dress or animal print stilettos with a LBD. From clothes and shoes to accessories and handbags, this trend is sure to command attention and bring out your inner vixen.

As the seasons transition from summer to fall, don’t forget to update your hair color along with your wardrobe! The latest celebrity trend in hair color is to simply let your summer highlights grow out, leaving your hair with a beautiful and natural ombre affect. This look is best achieved when fading more subtle highlights similar to your natural hair color, such as light brown to brown or blonde to light brown. This is also a healthier alternative for your hair, as it doesn’t require any harsh dyes or treatments and helps restore your hair after any summer sun damage. When styling your hair, try simply enhancing the natural texture and wave for a completely fuss-free and easy look that will compliment your fading highlights and create a more subtle transition.

Standard Style Boutique in Leawood, KS  and Kansas City MO are looking for qualified individuals to join their sales team. Individuals must have at least 2-5 + years sales expeience, have excellent customer service and motivated to work as a team. We are looking for people who have a strong sense of style and be educated on trends and designers. We are hiring full and part time positions, nights and weekends. If you are interested please contact us here.

The boyfriend denim trend first made its big debut a little over a year ago and I feel like some people think the trend has already come and gone, but if you style it right I see this look lasting through the upcoming seasons. The key to this trend is good layering, since the jeans will be looser try finishing the look with a tailored blazer or a fitted leather jacket.  This look is also a great way to display your favorite shoes, cuffing your loose jeans and pairing them with great heels takes this casual look to the next level. So instead of packing up your boyfriend jeans pull them out and start layering them in new ways, mix in new trends that we are seeing for this fall including nude-tone silk blouses and army v-necks with a shinny statement necklace.

In the last few years, the speed at which knock-off designs hit the mass market has rapidly increased. The most popular gowns of the Oscars and other high profile events are often available less than a month after their red carpet debut, in a nearly identical version at a cheaper price. The same thing also commonly happens with handbags and fabric patterns. To keep this from occuring, a bill has been presented to the Senate that aims to protect designer’s original creations from piracy. Tha law would protect very specific designs from being copied for 3 years, which will in turn spur more design creativity within individual retailers. This law would also benefit consumers since it would provide the market with more unique choices, instead of seeing the same pieces on the designer runways and at mass retailers . This is the third time this bill has been presented to Congress since 2006 and, after several ammendments, it looks promising that it will finally be made into a law! For more information about how the law will help designers, click here.

One of my favorite LBD’s of the season is Milly’s Dominque dress. The shape is so figure flattering and the over-sized bow keeps it youthful and fun.