The New Spring Collection Is Here

Wow, have you seen the new metrostyle catalog? I have to say, we look great and I’m not saying that just cause I work for them - it’s true. The product and creative look fabulous! The models look better than ever, especially Dani Evans – love the new hair – she’s so metrostyle!

There are lots of wear now styles in this new catalog, and also trendy looks for the spring like fun bright colored charmeuse and color blocked dresses and tops. There are also some great tropical prints and ruffle detail tops – both must haves for this spring. There’s something for everyone!

One of my favorite looks is the denim bell bottom jumpsuit – so hot! Right now it’s one of our top sellers – seems to be everyone else’s favorite too. What do you think – could you rock a jumpsuit? If head to toe denim is not your thing, how about a colored twill jumpsuit like the red one below? My only objection to the jumpsuit – it makes it a little harder when you really have to go -- ladies, you know what I mean.

by EM

Hair Style

I know I mention my wife a lot in these posts, and today will be no different. She got back from the hair dresser yesterday after having spent over $100 on what she referred to as a "cut, dye, and blow out". $100 bucks for a hair cut! As a man, I pay Jerry, my local barber, $10 to cut my hair and I don't even think the guy owns a hair dryer so even in the dead of winter I leave with wet hair. And it doesn't bother me in the slightest. My wife on the other hand claims that going to the hair dresser every 6 weeks and paying obscene amounts of money on it is necessary for her style. I just don't get it. Does hair have anything to do with your personal style? Do you ladies out there feel that a great hair cut is necessary to how fashionable or well dressed you are? Is there some sort of correlation between hair and dressing? I'm clueless and am really interested in hearing about whether your hair style or lack thereof effects the way you dress..

By Mr. Y

What's your Fashion Resolution?

I have committed many fashion faux pas in 2008. I am a new mother and I just don’t have the time to devote to my appearance the way I used to. I favor practical instead of pretty these days. But of the long, long list I have compiled, I would say my biggest offense would be keeping my Uggs on all day at work.

My intent is always to change into heels or pretty flats once I get to my desk, but life at home and work is so busy, I always forget! Sometimes I don’t even bring any shoes to change into, forcing me to keep “ugging” it all day! This needs to stop. If any of you catch me committing this fashion crime in 2009, you will need to call me out!

By Sarah

Who's that girl?

Ever seen someone that is so beautiful, you just have to say

“Bless Your Mama” and “Bless your mama’s mama!”

Yes that’s how I feel about Denise Vasi. She’s made her model debut with metrostyle in Spring 09.
But we all know her as Randi Morgan from All My Children.

Oh my! Oh my! She’s reminds a little of Stacey Dash, don’t you think?

It’s official I have a girl crush.

I can't decide

I can’t believe it, but we’re already in full swing of designing the catalogs for the spring season! As part of the creative team for metrostyle, we always try to design front covers that are fun, colorful and hopefully dramatic. We have three covers we just love and what we hope you’ll love too. But we can't decide which one is the best. Care to give us your vote? As one of the Asst. Art Directors, I'm looking for your feedback on what you like (or don’t like) about the covers we’ve designed for the catalogs you’ll receive in a month or so. Share your thoughts - which one is your favorite and more importantly, why?!

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The Secret Life of Spandex

Let’s face it…when someone says “spandex” you can’t help but have horrible flashbacks of neon-colored, 1980s style bike shorts. Ugh!

But the truth of the matter is that spandex has been secretly working its way into lots of our favorite fabrics (even the high-end ones), making even the trendiest styles down right…comfortable. Check it out:

knit dresses – the fast favorites of designers and everyday women alike, knit dresses are so darn comfortable, it’s not even funny.

charmeuse – once a forbidden fabric, silky charmeuse used to show every body flaw. Now with a hint of spandex, this shimmery sensation is a whole lot more forgiving.

denim – a touch of stretch has given denim a new life…it hugs curves, flattens tummies and just feels good.

In a world of real women, with real curves and a real need to look AND feel good…something’s gotta give. And that, my friends, is why spandex is my favorite fabric for 2009!



By Bren B

Employee Interview: Elizabeth

1. Who are you and what is your official job title?
Elizabeth, Assistant Catalog Developer

2. Briefly describe what you do on a daily basis...
Everyday is different. I work as a liaison in a sense between the product, the merchants, and creative so no day or task is ever the same.

3. What's your favorite part of your job?
Seeing the finished product. To watch ideas change from a worksheet to a catalog is an amazing process.

4. Least favorite?
On some days I don't get to eat lunch because I am too busy and cant stop, even for a minute!!

5. What aspect of your job most directly affects our customers?
What the customer sees in the catalog would probably be something I occasionally affect. My opinion on a shot or a layout can sometimes change what the customer will see in print.

6. Do you shop on metrostyle.com?
Yes, sometimes.

7. Just one more...what's your favorite food?
My homemade tacos, and anything spicy!!!!

Interview by Jon