Ali Ro Trends: Set Sail

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Ali Ro, Ali Ro Trends, nautical stripes, summer

We may not have a yacht docked outside (as much as we would love it!), but that hasn’t stopped us from reaching for summer’s nod toward nautical stripes. Navy and white or red and white are the classic combination blending prep school summer style with vintage seaside attire. However, thankfully this summer the style has been updated. 2012 has brought with it neon and neutral stripes, bold on bold blocks of stripes, and bright basics paired with classic stripes. Pair this easy striped dress with espadrilles and a wide brim hat for a chic boat side, or pool side, look that never fails.

The New Neutral: Simply Sexy

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Ali Ro, neutrals, prints, summer

As much as we love to stand out in bright blocks of colors and funky prints, there is something equally statement making about a “new neutral.” The new neutral is anything but boring with details like sheer paneled straps, a draped front, and cinched waist. Try this simple and sexy look in light ivory against black or light tan in our exotic neutral print. Sometimes, less really is more.

My Life: The Sock Bun

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Ali Ro, beauty, style inspiration, summer

The Ali Ro team is a stylish bunch of girls, but we’re also a busy group. To get up and out the door looking fabulous everyday, we’re constantly hunting for quick beauty tips and tricks. The one thing everyone in the office can’t stop buzzing about? The Sock Bun. Lauren launched our office trend using a large sock before graduating to the donut, and of course Amy just has such gorgeous long hair that she doesn’t need the extra poof of a hair donut! PS I Made This kindly instagramed her four step tutorial, how easy is that?

What is your go-to hair routine for getting out the door on time? (P.S This style is especially gorgeous with a strapless dress!)

My Life in NYC: Manhattanhenge

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events, New York, summer

Oh how we love living in NYC, and events like last night’s, and tonight’s, sunset spectacle remind us why. Dubbed Manhattanhenge,  the setting sun will perfectly align with the city’s street grid lighting up both the north and south side of the street. Pros recommend heading east and looking towards New Jersey for the best view. So head to your balcony/fire escape to take in the evening glow and send us any photos you capture!

Ali Ro Out: Casual Chic via TropRouge

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Ali Ro, blogger style, New York, summer, travel

When the temperatures rise, we pretty much live in flirty dresses with skinny straps, ruffles, and maxi hemlines. However, some days…it’s just a lazy day. Maybe you’re traveling, maybe you’re running errands, or maybe you just don’t feel like “girling” up.  For these days, Christina nails casual, chic, cool style in our classic anorak. The look is edgy, cool, layered, and just so comfortable. Here’s to getting back in the swing of a new week!

Ali Ro Trends: Work it Out

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Ali Ro, blogger style, Sportswear Trend, summer

As cute as your yoga clothes may be, we’re not ones for spending a day in spandex and sweatshirts. However, this summer has us feeling pretty sporty thanks to the “Game Day” trend. Touches of neon colors, athletic cuts, and sporty details are a fun contrast to feminine summer pieces clearly intended for brunch over the gym. Our bright colored classic anorak is a natural fit, as is the sporty racerback of the Ditch Plains tank dress. Accessorize with a waterproof watch and crossbody bag that can keep up with you.  For the bold, Krystal even took the trend all the way with an updated baseball cap.  Just save your sneakers for Saturday’s spin class.

My Life: Summer Concerts with Jack White

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Ali Ro, concerts, summer

One of the most anticipated concert tours of the summer, Jack White, is stopping in New York tonight. While tickets for the Roseland ballroom concert are sold out, it was just announced that the concert will be live streamed on Sirius XM radio. Plus, a member of our team was lucky enough to score tickets, and we are crossing our fingers for a recap tomorrow.

As huge White Stripes fans, we can’t wait to hear Jack’s debut album, Blunderbuss, live. Plus, after this quirky interview, we can only imagine what he will come up with next.

Summer’s Eye-Catching Prints

In warm muggy temperatures, we tend to reach for loose silhouettes and light fabrics. The easiest way to make a simple cut stand out in a crowd is a bold print in an eye-catching color. The Palm Springs definitely works with psychedelic swirls of bright salmon and neutral grey.

My Weekend Plans: Food Festival

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activities, Ali Ro, New York, summer, The Great GoogaMooga Festival

When Erin created the bright and colorful spring line with plenty of drawstring and drop waists, she may have been looking out for our plans this weekend.

While NYC has an endless supply of delicious restaurants to curb any craving, food festivals are a special warm weather addition. The Great GoogaMooga Festival starts this weekend and promises plenty of sweet and savory treats from fantastic restaurants across the five boroughs. With cheesecake bombs, veggie friendly pizza, and lobster rolls, a forgiving waist and plenty of napkins are highly encouraged. The Kiawah or Newport with wedges and oversized sunnies should work just fine.

Have a great weekend!

My Life: Stylish Gifts for New Grads

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Ali Ro, Beach, gift, graduation, travel

Summer’s around the corner, which means graduation season is in full swing! What new grad wouldn’t love receiving a jumpstart to their real world wardrobe? Here are our top graduation gift picks for the stylish and sophisticated new grad in your life, and congratulations class of 2012!

1. She’s been working hard all year and now she has a full party circuit schedule. Our Barcelona dress is the ultimate summer party dress.
2. After finals week, we hope your grad is getting some R&R sea side or pool side. Even if your destination isn’t Palm Springs, this print screams summer relaxation and is perfect for throwing over a bikini.
3. School is over, but summer is likely the start of an exciting internship or fresh career prospects. A fabulous first day dress always helps to ease the new job jitters, and a buttoned up shirt dress in a graphic print is great for a creative workplace.
4. No matter where your grad may be moving on to, help her beat the elements in style with a classic anorak. Over a cocktail dress, jeans, or work wear this classic always helps you arrive in style.