Spring is Here…at Least I Hope So

I could not be happier that winter is officially over, at least date wise anyway. As much as I love to bundle up, shedding away all the layers for lighter, brighter, happier clothes really get me energized. These past few weeks around New England have been crazy weather wise. One week we are building our Ark’s the next week we are wishing the water would be warmer to go for a swim. It is such a tease lately. I am going to think positive about the weather. The weekend is going to be nice just in time for the Easter Bunny to come. I cannot wait to see my little niece in her Easter dress. What gets you excited about warmer weather?

By: bjil

What's Hot 'White' Now?

So we all spend a lot of time talking about trends for the new Spring season; Nautical, Safari, etc. But if you're like me and work a "normal" job and make "non-celebrity level" money, then you know it gets to be very financially tasking to buy into every trend that's out there and most of our wardrobe usually consists of basics - your basic white button down shirt, basic color tees and cardis, your favorite blue jeans - and every now and then, a trendy, flashy accessory to glam it up.

I love some of the basics we have this season on metrostyle - some of the basic knit tops and especially in the Buy 2 & Save section, loaded with tops and shoes (you buy more, you save more!) And these basics will last you through all seasons - Sleek Knot-Front Tank and Bootcut Jeans with flats or sandals in the Spring, and throw a Cascade Cardigan on for the Fall! And you don't HAVE to buy the plain old white shirt, we've got some great alternatives too, like this Ruffled Short Sleeve Shirt - I think I'm going to have to get!

What basics do you have in your closet and what do you do to 'trend' it up?

Summer Preview is Here!

What is small and sweet? Our Summer Preview sneak peek video!
Check it out: view the video

Ode to the Jean Jacket

How do I love you? Let me count the ways...


I love you in springtime.


I love you in fall.


I love to wear you anytime at all.


I love when you're sexy.


I love when you're chic.


I even love you when you are pink.


But oh, jean jacket, I must confess...


I love you most because you s-t-r-e-t-c-h!

Every Day is a Jeans Day

If I had to make a list of my favorite things, jeans would be at the top of my list! Dark, medium and light washes. Relaxed, curvy, bootcut and slim fits. Plain, embroidered, embellished with rhinestones, rips and tears. These are a few of my favorite things. If you haven't guessed I am a jeans kinda gal, which is why I was so excited when our company announced we could wear jeans every day! Oh my!

Jeans are no longer just for the weekend as more and more companies go casual. The jean can be dressed up with a great pair of boots and a blouse and still look professional. With so many styles out there now, it is easy to create a new look and feel everyday. Of course there are still rules to follow as to what is acceptable in the workplace. For example, jeans with rips and tears that show skin are out. Use common sense and when in doubt, save them for the weekend.

Just slipping into the perfect pair of jeans can lift your spirits. They can express a mood: relaxed fit - laid back, slim fit with embellishments - flirty. What makes a pair of jeans perfect to you? Fit, color, style? For me the fit is very important, then the style.

Now is the time to shop for that next perfect pair of jeans - Metrostyle is having a denim sale. You can get 20% off select denim styles by entering the promotion code MSDENIM. Go to metrostyle.com and check out some of our great styles!

by Izzy

Poll: What's Your Denim Style?

There are so many different styles of denim today, it's hard to know what to choose!

You've got your comfy basics, of course. But there are also jeans with rhinestones, studs, prints, tie-dye, rips & tears...not to mention the denim trouser!

We're taking a poll: what do you look for in a jean?

Comfy basics or Unique embellishments or Specialty cuts

Vote in the poll on the right. Click "comment" to state your case for your favorite.

Too Sexy for My Catalog…

We’ve heard it all a million times before on TV, radio & magazines everywhere: sexy sells. But how sexy is too sexy? Back in 2009, metrostyle did try out the super sexy approach, like so many other fashion brands. But it just didn’t seem to fit the brand right.

Guest Blogger, Belinda B. agreed, saying:

“I like the quality of the clothing from Metrostyle. I’ve not been disappointed, ever. One comment though, the way the clothing is modeled in the catalog takes away from the value of your product. Many times your models look a bit trashy just by virtue of the way the clothes and shoes are worn, or rather, should not be worn. Otherwise, I like Metrostyle and see no reason to shop elsewhere.”

For 2010, we shed the super sexy approach and opted for a more playful-yet-flirty approach.

OK blog readers – what do you think? Do you prefer the “super sexy” look or the new “playful” approach?