Babe. Of The Week: Sam

1. Whats the occasion? Rehearsal dinner.
2. Why did you pick this dress? It's very unique and I love the pattern.
3.What is your favorite trend right now? I like sequins, sequin tops and skirts. Also loving brightly colored tights.

Sam is wearing our Animal Instincts Dress by Charlie Jade ($174)

Babe. Of The Week: Kate

1. Whats the occasion? Out to dinner/date night
2. Why did you pick this dress? The backless got me and the pattern is really different.
3.What is your favorite trend right now? Ankle booties! Heel or flat, I love them both!

Kate is wearing our Charlie Jade Belted Print Dress, $162.

Babe. Of The Week: Vanessa

What's the occasion? I'm always looking to add a classy dress to my collection for those days you just don't want to think too hard about what to put on.
Why did you pick this dress? You can't go wrong with black and white and the cut is very classic.
What is your favorite trend right now? I am not one for trends, but I love to mix and match patterns and pull them off in surprising ways.

Vanessa is wearing our Angelina Jersey Blocked Dress from Greylin, $128 and our Metallic Hard Case Clutch, $48

The Bomber Jacket

It is jacket season and what better way to keep warm than with a black bomber jacket. Originally created for pilots during World War I, the bomber jacket has quickly become a fashion staple in most closets. The bomber jacket is extremely versatile. Make the jacket a statement piece by pairing with distressed jeans, or throw it over your favorite printed dress. It's low collar makes a colored scarf the perfect accessory and make sure to add your favorite shade of metallic nail polish (all the rage this season!) and a dark cat eye.

Stop in today to grab Babe.'s Black Bomber Jacket, only $54.

Babe. Top 5 Fall Favorites

1. Black Leather Ankle Booties from Poppy & Stella are only $129.

Everyone loves a good pair of riding boots. It is an essential in a fall wardrobe. But, if you are looking to add to your collection, Ankle Boots are the way to go, and most importantly- can easily transition from the end of summer to the beginning of fall.

2. Bella Dahl Button Down Chambray Shirt is $128.

There are so many possibilities with the right kind of Chambray Shirt. Not only can it easily be worn all year round, it can go with almost everything! The Chambray is also perfect to keep you warm with the fall chill in the air. Worn unbuttoned over a simple tank or v-neck or as a buttoned-up layer, the versatile Chambray shirt is a key piece for your fall wardrobe.

3 DL1961 Emma Legging Jeans are $138.

Dark skinny jeans are the perfect match for your fall boots. A good pair of dark skinny's can complement
any body type. They can be worn dressed up or down, effortlessly going from a day to night look.
Pair with a comfy button down and boots during the day or a loose top and heels for a night on the town.

4. Splendid Black Seam Legging is $82.00

While the dark skinny jeans will be the most-worn pants in your wardrobe this fall, the legging is just as practical/relaxed option. If you're not quite ready to put away your favorite summer dresses or skirts, you can always add a pair of leggings to keep you warm. The options are endless. Simply add a sweater or tunic to our favorite pair of legging for a cute outfit for the fall!

5. Animal Print Scarf is $24.00.

The best way to add a nice "pop" to a fall outfit is with a printed scarf! Not only does a printed scarf spice up a seemingly simple outfit, but adding it will instantly transform any casual outfit into a chic one.

Babe. Of The Week: Kim

1. What’s the occasion? Going out for my birthday tonight.

2. Why did you pick this outfit? I tried it on and had to get it! Not overstated, very classic.

3. What is your favorite trend this season? Scarves! You can wear the same outfit and add a scarf and no one notices.

Kim is wearing out Woven and Lace Cocktail Dress from BCBGeneration, $128.

Happy Birthday Kim!!!!

Babe. Of The Week: Sarah

    1. What’s the occasion? I am involved in Animal Allies Rescue Foundation and I would wear it to one of our events. 

    2. Why did you pick this outfit? I saw it on the mannequin and I love the Tie Dye fun print.      

    3. What is your favorite trend this season? I really love scarves. The bigger the better!

    Sarah is styled head to toe in Babe! She is wearing our Splendid Basic Tank in White, $38, Tie Dye Maxi Skirt, $58, Bella Dahl Chambray Shirt, $128, Textured ADA Belt, $74, and our Green Multi Strand Necklace, $28.

The Envelope Clutch

Are you sick of carrying the same old handbag around? Well, why not try out an envelope clutch! This style has been a consistent trend throughout the last century. Larger than a clutch, but smaller than a tote, this bag combines the convenience of a smaller sized clutch with the wearability of a shoulder bag. Easily adaptable to any situation; adjustable shoulder straps can make carrying the bag around during the day incredibly easy, while removing the straps transition the bag into a great evening accessory.

Babe.'s collection of envelope clutches by JNB have just arrived in store. There's a style and/or color for everyone! From bright jewel tones to basic black, the options are limitless! Stop in store today to pick yours up!

"The girl who knows how to dress up a tee and dress down a dress" - Ella Moss

Its no secret that Babe. loves Ella Moss. From effortlessly chic tee shirts to stunning dresses, we just love how easily wearable these one-of-a kind pieces are! With more and more of our fall collection rolling in, some of our favorite pieces continue to be Ella Moss.

Ella Moss was created out of the collaboration between Pamella Protzel-Scott (Ella) and Moise Emquies (Moss). While many people think Ella Moss is a specific person, Pamella says that "she is more of a muse, a modern bohemian, she represents the vision for the collection". Pamella, the designer and creative director behind Ella Moss, began as a graphic designer, but soon realized her true passion in pattern-making and enrolled at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in LA. She founded Ella Moss along with Moise in 2001. You can definitely see the influence of graphic design and printmaking behind Pamella's designs. We here at Babe. believe that this is why her designs continue to be unique, all while maintaining that specific 'wear-ability' that is necessary for truly timeless clothing.

Stop in store today to check out Babe.'s Ella Moss collection.

Babe Of The Week: Caitlyn

1. Whats the occasion? Tonight is girls night out!

2. Why did you pick this dress? The wild pattern stood out. I'm from New York and I can wear it out there and know that one else will have it.

3. What is your favorite fashion trend right now? Striking, wild prints and patterns.

Caitlyn is wearing our Flying Tomato Aztec Sweater Dress, $54

DL1961 Jeans

As September slowly creeps nearer and the searing temperatures of summer lower we all know it is time to start pulling out our jeans. Well, if you are like us and find yourself in desperate need of a new pair, look no further than DL1961 Jeans, now in stock at Babe! Available in a range of styles, sizes, and washes, these jeans can adapt to any situation you need them for. Flats, sunglasses, and a plain top make for a perfect combination during the day, while colored patent leather pumps, flashy jewelry, and the perfect cat-eye are great for going out to dinner or grabbing a few drinks with friends. Pick up your pair today!

One Dress, Two Seasons: Summer to Fall

Our first fall arrivals have begun to trickle in, and it is this time of year when we start thinking about staple items which we can wear well into the next season. This Ella Moss Tabitha Stripe dress is perfect to wear during those last summer days and easily layered for the autumn chill. Pair the dress with some ankle wedges, a woven fedora, canvas bag, and some chunky accessories for a fun summery look. Then once those leaves start to fall, add a pair of dark tights, leather bag, earthy toned nail polish, and printed scarf for an easy transition to the new season.

Tabitha Strip Faux Snakeskin Dress by Ella Moss, in stock now, $174.

Babe. Of The Week: Heather

1.       What’s the occasion? Girls Dinner.

2.       Why did you pick this dress? The color and the cut. You have to find something on your body that you really like and play off of that.

3.       What is your favorite trend this season? I don't focus much on trends. The most important thing is fit and how things compliment my body and my favorite assets. And if a couple cut outs are thrown into the mix, that doesn't hurt either.

Heather is wearing our Cap Sleeve Faux Wrap Dress by TBags Los Angeles.

STYLE PROFILE: ADA COLLECTION

ADA Collection was founded in 2004 by Ada Komorniczak, who realized her inner talent for design while earning her International Law & Society degree and Master’s degree in Business. It was then she decided to pursue a project of her own. While traveling in South America, Komorniczak stayed in Argentina where she became inspired by the one-of-a-kind colors, textures, and finishes used to hand craft leather. In Argentina, she also met her business-savvy and entrepreneurial husband, Gaston Deferrari. Together, they started building their line of functional and versatile handbags made with rich leathers, known today as ADA Collection.

Since then, ADA has expanded their popular collection to include belts, wallets, and other leather accessories made with the same rich and smooth leathers, unique shapes, and functional details used in their handbags line.  

Here at Babe, we love the ADA wrap belt’s sophisticated yet functional style, which makes it one of our favorite summer accessories. 

The best part: it can be tied an endless amount of ways! Watch the video below to learn how to tie, wear, and style the wrap belt with your wardrobe. 

 http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=H1lJ7dFOqvA

Babe. Of The Week: Monique

1.       What’s the occasion? Just because!

2.       Why did you pick this dress? Maxi dresses are such an easy go to, because you can wear them anywhere and for any occasion. I also bought a Deux Lux clutch at Babe which is the same coral color as the polka dots in the dress!

3.       What is your favorite trend this season? I like that anything goes, and nothing is too matchy-matchy. I also love that this season is really about embracing personal style, which for a woman over 40 has taken a long time to develop!

Monique is wearing our Hourglass Lilly Dot Maxi Dress in Navy/Coral, just in and only $78!

Babe. Of The Week: Anna

1. What’s the occasion? Looking for a good staple to wear during the hot Baltimore summer.

2. Why did you pick this? I loved the cut-outs, I thought they looked very unique.

3. What is your favorite trend this season? ROMPERS! So excited to finally own one. 

Anna is wearing our BCBGeneration Dewberry Print Romper, originally $118, but now on our Sale rack for 20% off ($94!)

Babe. Of The Week: Emma

1. What's the occasion? 
A friend's wedding barbecue.

2. Why did you pick this outfit? 
Rompers are very on trend right now and very versatile because they can be dressed up or down. I was skeptical of how a romper would work on my body type, but was very surprised with it's flattering fit.

3. What is your favorite trend this season?
Bold prints. They add a summery feel to my very neutral wardrobe.

Emma is wearing our Charlie Jade Silk Amy Romper.

5 Key Fashion Tips For This Season

1.  Accent your wardrobe with colorful accessories

-Mix casual clothing with bright accessories

2.  Wear multiple necklaces

-Get the layered look by overlapping necklaces of different lengths

3. Show a little skin

-Pick pieces that show a little skin without revealing too much

4. Mix and Match prints

-Change up your look by adding a combination of printed separates

5. Make your own personal Look Book

-Take photos of your outfit daily to inspire new looks and reference old looks. Selfies!!

All merchandise is currently available in store :)

STYLE PROFILE: TBags Los Angeles

TBags Los Angeles was started in 2001 by Shadi Askari-Farhat and Su-Lyn Tay, who met while completing  their post graduate degrees in merchandising and product development at the Fashion Institute of Design and  Merchandising in LA. They both realized that there were a lack of affordable but inventive lines in the current market and saw an opportunity to change that. While they were still in school, they began to work with vintage fabrics, suede, and upholstery to create stylish and unique handbags. Quickly, their line was picked up by high end boutiques and department stores. Since then, it has evolved into an in-demand clothing brand that still stays true their original ideas.

“We create clothes that we wish we had hanging in our closets,” says Shadi. “It’s not about trend or the look of the season, it’s about creating what we think is missing.”

“It was a natural progression,” says Su-Lyn. “We were using all sorts of vintage fabrics and giving them a contemporary edge through the use of modern silhouettes. The idea of draping, shape, and pattern translated easily into a fresh and modern collection of pieces that easily went from day to night.”

Known for their signature prints, lux "non-wrinkle" fabrics, and their overall inventiveness, TBags Los Angeles has earned a special place in Babe.'s heart.

   

Cutest Cover Ups!

Vacation season is upon us! Time to bust out those bikini's and swimsuits! While some of us are ready to bare it all on the beach, some of us might want to invest in a cute little cover up to wear on the beach or at the pool bar. Introducing Echo Designs! This is a new line for us here at Babe. but we are already obsessed. Check out these new styles! And did we mention they are all under $78!

Summer Preview!

With Spring time coming to a close, it's almost time to get your beach, pool, and vacation clothes ready for Summer (eeeeek!, we know.) Lucky for you, Babe has finally gotten in some great pieces to add to your Summer wardrobe. Whether you are at a pool, a bar, or a pool bar (we hope), it is important to be effortlessly chic and comfortable, because nobody likes pool hair.

                                       

Left to Right:  YA Coral Stripe Racer back Dress ($52),Splendid Neon Athletic Slub Tunic ($96), TBags Los Angeles Strapless Crochet Overlay Dress ($188), Tolani Rachel Dress ($158), Ella Moss Print Caftan ($136), BCBGeneration Jackson Bleached Short ($78), Ella Moss Silk Floral Racer back Tank ($142)

STYLE PROFILE: Splendid

As many of you know, Babe. is a huge fan of Splendid. The luscious materials, fashion forward styles, and bright colors, keep us coming back for more.

Splendid is the brain child of  Moise Emquies, a law school graduate, who is now credited with creating the world's most perfect T shirt.  While waiting for the results of his California bar exam, his friend asked him to dabble in design and make a shirt to sell in her boutique. Emquies dove into the opportunity, learning everything he could about textiles, design, and what it would take to make the ultimate shirt. He found the highest quality fabric he could and his first design sold out very quickly. During this time he had gotten a job at a law firm, but still continued to design shirts for his friends boutique.  He improved and modified his shirts with each design and eventually opened his own fashion company called Leopold.  Through Leopold, he was was introduced to Pamela Protzel, who would later become the head designer of Ella Moss (another Babe. favorite ;)) which is also owned by Emquies.

Splendid is the culmination of  the softest fabrics and most color absorbing yarns in the world in order to make the ultimate t shirt.  After a ten year search Emquies has found the perfect combination, using 50% supima cotton, which gives the fabric body, and 50% micro modal, which is a super soft form of rayon that deeply absorbs dye. In 2002, Splendid the brand was born, with a full t-shirt collection including 9 different body styles. Since then, the brand has expanded, carrying all types of clothing for women, men, and children.   Splendid is also mostly manufactured in the USA, which also makes it stand out from other brands. Comfortable, stylish, and effortless, Splendid makes us look like a million bucks while feeling like we are wearing light weight pajamas.

Here are some Splendid styles currently available at Babe. Being stylish never felt so good!

 

Preakness Palooza!

With Preakness just around the corner, I'll bet you are starting your Preakness shopping and wondering what to wear. Whether you are sitting in the Grand Stand or just taking in the sounds of Pitbull and Macklemore on the Infield, Babe. has everything you need to get you ready for Preakness!

Grandstand Girl

(From Left to Right:) Three Quarter Sleeve Dress, TBags Los Angeles ($168), Sophie Black Dress, Dress The Population ($178), Jade Pleated Top Dress, YA Los Angeles ($64)

All that's needed to complete the look is a fun fascinator, a pair of wedges, and a cocktail!

Infield Chic

(Clockwise:) Maddy Top in Peacock, Show Me Your Mumu ($88), Jackson Short, BCBGeneration ($78), Gingham Top, Splendid ($96), Jasmine Lace Top, Ella Moss ($144)

Cute, Comfortable, and Cool, all things that we want to be on the infield this year.

All of these items are currently available in store, and will definitely ensure that you have the cutest outfit at Preakness! In the meantime, check out our Pinterest board for some other inspiration! This Black Eyed Susan Cocktail looks amazing!

Festivus Shopimus!

Warm weather is here! Or right around the corner depending on the day... And that means Festival season is upon us. Whether it be a music festival, a street fair, or simply the Farmer's Market , we still think it's important to look super cute! Here are some key spring festival pieces that you NEED in your wardrobe:

1. The Perfect Sundress.
This coral shirt dress from Three Stones is casual and comfortable. It also has a super cute back cutout detail that we are loving this season!

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2. Cool Cut offs- 

Everyone needs a go-to pair of denim shorts, and we promise the Mavi Emily ripped shorts in Nolita are an essential for your wardrobe.

3. Something sheer!
We love this trend and it looks great layered with crop tops and camis. This sheer Maddy top from Show Me Your Mumu is perfect layered with a printed top and denim shorts.

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4. Layering tops. 

Layering tops are so versatile and can add a bit of fun to any outfit. Layer it underneath looser fitting tops, knits, and sundresses. Added bonus, you won't need a bra!

5. Scarves forever!

Scarves are a simple and easy way to accessorize any outfit. Wear them with anything in any season and they just work!

So, wherever you're going to spend your day, remember that there are all sorts of ways to make your outfit cute while having some fun with it.   Now... Go out and have a blast!