style profile: Mallory

Another friend who always dresses well is Mallory. She grew up in Bountiful, Utah, and now lives in Naperville, Illinois. She loves dancing and is majoring in Communications and Public Relations.
Here are the key elements to Mallory's style...

Three words to describe my taste...trendy, classic, simple.
My three favorite brands/stores are...Forever 21, H & M, Banana Republic.
The best season for clothing is summer...bright colors, flip flops, and you can carry a lightweight jacket to add to the outfit, especially in the evening.
I never leave home without...my purse and cute shoes.
I've got a great style secret: I've gotten some of my favorite items at Banana Republic on sale... on huge sale. They have great sales!
I get inspiration for my personal style from all over; I take a bit from everything to make my own style.
My worst fashion-victim moment: I don't think I really have one, but I probably would say peasant tops...I looked awful in them.

Thanks Mallory!

As most of you know, H&M is an amazing source for up-to-the-minute fashion trends that are affordable. The only downside is that they are unavailable online. Click here to find a store location near you. It's usually worth a trip!
Check out these stunning looks from their Spring 2008 collection...

High waisted, wide leg, denim trousers, H&M, $24.50.

Yellow colorblock top, H&M, $12.50.Pink blouse, H&M, $24.90.

style profile: Leila

This multi-talented (professional make up artist, photographer, filmmaker...) up-and-comer is currently in grad school to be a physician's assistant.

Leila, (pronounced Lee-la), you have fabulous style, and we want to know more...

Three words to describe my taste: Trendy, Sophisticated, Fun!
My three favorite clothing stores include: The Limited, Banana Republic, and Anthropologie.
The best season for clothing is Fall because I love wearing knee high boots and trench coats!
When traveling, I never leave home without... a simple black t-shirt. It is easy and is always slimming!
I've got a great style secret: Really know your body shape and flatter what you've got! For example, I have a really short torso and long legs, so to even things out I wear finished shirts that hit below my hips or just leave my shirts untucked.
I get inspiration for my personal style from: Reese Witherspoon and Cate Blanchett-these women know how to dress their type of body!
My worst fashion-victim moment: Be careful of being too trendy! I look back at my freshman year of high school and cringe when I remember body suits, rolled jeans, and the "waterfall" bangs!

Here's is an outfit from Banana Republic Leila can wear to class/work...Short sleeve empire waist top, Banana Republic, $20. Torso-lengthening top in a great color.Wear the top over these versatile glen plaid trousers...Martin glen plaid wide leg pant, Banana Republic, $70.
It probably gets chilly in the hospital! 3/4 sleeve crochet button cardigan, Banana Republic, $64.

Thanks, Leila!

style profile: Amy

Hello Amy! Tell us a little about yourself.
I'm from: Arizona
I currently live in: Arizona
My occupation is: Mom
My favorite less-expensive clothing comes from: Forever 21 (lately).
My favorite place to splurge: Haven't really ever saved up for anything, but maybe Jcrew or jeans at Nordstroms.
I feel stylish when... clothes are slimming.
My style theory is...Not sure I have one, but here it goes... Clothes should be different, but not eccentric, slimming, but not revealing.
Three words that best describe my personal style: Simple, comfortable, stunning (this last one isn't me, but i wouldn't mind it being me :)).Polka Dot Floral Tunic, Forever 21, $23.
Thanks, Amy!

style profile: Darcey

Hello Darcey! You have great personal style and we want to know about it.
Tell us a little about yourself...
Where did you grow up? Longmont, Colorado
Where do you live now? Chandler, Arizona
What is your occupation? Social work
Favorite splurge store? Express and Nordstrom
Favorite save store? Target
I feel stylish when... I actually spend time putting my outfit together! Like my favorite jeans with heels and a cute top.
Three words that best describe my personal style: casual, feminine, versatile.

Darcey recently had on this super-cute top...Gray Tuxedo Front Top, Windsor.com, $35. Hers was deep purple and she wore a layer underneath...
Great find, Darcey. Thank you!