Luxe Tux Touches

Editor's pick from the pages of Lucky magazine: Tuxedo inspired pieces. But how does such a man's style translate for women?

Let's start with tops. Ella Moss's Agatha Turtle Neck is a great example - a relaxed, feminine turtleneck is updated to high-class with a tux style ruffled bib. Adding a vest like Free People's Nomad Vest to a button down or bibbed shirt gives it a nice masculine feel, and the nomad vest has a knit hood and lapels for a funky twist.

To solidify the look, tailored bottoms work best. A pencil skirt like Velvet's is flattering and sexy but still formal. Young Fabulous & Broke's Ruffled Tuxedo Dress has got the look down pat, all in one piece. (Just think, all you have to do is slide in and grab your fave heels!) Or if you're a pants kinda gal, Bailey 44's Wide Leg Sea Pants with a tucked in blousy top will most definitely give you a formal tux feel.

And don't forget to finish off the look with a great playful pair of trouser socks like Hue's Argyle socks!

See more tuxedo inspired pieces at tee-zone.com!



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The Shorts List

So it's summer again: the temperatures are rising and it's time to pull out the shorts! For me, finding the perfect pair is always a task (I usually just end up cutting my own from last season's jeans).

Then I tried on the new James Perse shorts and fell in love. With a wide ribbed waistband and light weight fabric, these shorts will keep you cool and comfy all summer. Think of shorts as those cryptic bottoms reserved only for supermodels or (gasp!) the beach? Don't be so hard on this ever-rebuked summer staple (or yourself).

Velvet's Crew-neck Wide Tunic

Even the most shorts-phobic will find themselves looking great when pairing them with a loose, flowy top while walking around the city: think Blue Life's Best bum tee (below, left). For the beach, a cool sleeveless tee like Juicy's Sleeveless Ruffle Front Top (below, center). And if you're feeling really frisky, try them with a Sexy Ella Moss (below, left) top for a night out on the town!

Some more shorts-friendly options:
Michael Stars' Flutter Sleeve Square Neck Top
Young Fabulous & Broke's Logo Boyfriend Top
James Perse's Linen Blend Racerback Tank
Susana Monaco's Cross-back Babydoll