Posts with tag MarchMadness

Have you been watching March Madness? Can you believe some of the upsets? We could hardly believe it when #16 seed Courtney Peldon knocked off #1 seed Lindsay Lohan in the first round. And then, Sharon Stone against Posh in the Final Four -- it was almost too much for our little hearts to take.

In honor of March Madness, Styledash blogger Lauren Perdue is bringing you the scoop on what really matters in this year's tournament -- fashion. We know two of the teams we're featuring today technically lost last night, and are no longer in the tournament, but this isn't a sports blog, so we prefer not to bother ourselves with these sorts of trivial details.

Oh, Texas.

Texas, Texas, Texas.

When the Powers That Be were coming up with UT's school colors, they tossed around blue and orange, yellow and orange, etc. but finally settled on burnt orange, causing a headache for the style conscious ever since. Myself included.



However, there are cute items to be had in this signature color, such as the Nike Womens' Track Jacket ($59.99), this zip up jacket with really cute embroidery ($39.99), and these super cute Bevo earrings ($6.99). But there are also many logo items in different colors so you can support the 'Horns without looking jaundiced.

If you want to go the fashionable route (and you know you do) then there are actually quite a few sweet pieces in shades from pumpkin to deep red orange to mimic the heavily-trademarked color. Consider this strapless Lotta Stenson top for $69 and the DARLING Rachel Pally Tie Detail tank for $79.99, both from Bluefly.com. If you've got more to love then YOU will love this drop-waisted dress for $29.50 from Old Navy. Hook'em!

In honor of March Madness, Styledash blogger Lauren Perdue is bringing you the scoop on what really matters in this year's tournament -- fashion. We know two of the teams we're featuring today technically lost last night, and are no longer in the tournament, but this isn't a sports blog, so we prefer not to bother ourselves with these sorts of trivial details.

As I was perusing through the Sweet Sixteen teams to see who I'd cover this round I ran into a conundrum. A blue, blue, red, red, red, orange, blue blue conundrum. Thank you, Michigan State, for being green. I know it's not easy.

And what a lovely shade of green it is! Not too dark, kinda kicky! I like it. And I really like this short-sleeved raglan shirt by Nike for $21.95- the way the sleeves are cut in kinda like a halter is flattering on many shapes. My first instinct was to look for a jacket because obviously Michigan's cold, and this one is my favorite- the fleece hoody zip-up jacket ($55) would be warm without being bulky, always a plus!



And if green is not your color then by all means keep it to your bag with the fabulous Marc Jacobs supply tote ($98).

A more stylish option would be this va-va-voom mock wrap dress with removable belt for $128 at Dillard's. Curvy girls can mix it up in a green and white print dress ($58, Torrid) with flattering graduated pattern. All these looks will be a great way to show off that Spartan Spirit!

In honor of March Madness, Styledash blogger Lauren Perdue is bringing you the scoop on what really matters in this year's tournament -- fashion. We know two of the teams we're featuring today technically lost last night, and are no longer in the tournament, but this isn't a sports blog, so we prefer not to bother ourselves with these sorts of trivial details.

Madness is upon us and it's time to suit up and root for your favorite team/alma mater/whoever won't mess up your bracket. But let's face it, when the founding fathers of these schools chose their mascots and colors, they weren't putting fashion at the forefront. If your colors aren't that great or you're stuck supporting State U's Fighting Angry Badgers, you might eschew dressing for your team. But worry not, Basketball Jones- Styledash is here to help you find the most stylish outfit possible, even for your less-than lovely teams.



Washington State is actually pretty fortunate because red is ubiquitous and therefore it's easy to buy chic wardrobe pieces that translate easily from gametime to all the time. If you do want to rock the logo, try these earrings ($7.98)
for a subtle look and this tee with a subtle stripe for $24.98 is also very cute.

For a different twist one team spirit this fabulous dress by A.B.S. is figure-flattering and the style translates easily to post-game drinks for $126.00 at bluefly.com. And this $29.50 cross-front halter from OldNavy.com is just for plus-sized girls! Check it out and cheer for the Cougars in style!

Even if you haven't yet been swept up in March Madness, chances are that someone in your life is devoting this weekend to nothing but college hoops. If you're the host with the most (or hostess with the most-est) in your particular circle of friends, you may even be staging some kind of party-like watching ritual at your house. If this is the case, you better decorate and dress accordingly.

For this, look no further than your friends at productdose.com. The site has listed a number of items that'll help you and your friends get the in the spirit of the season, including a Portable Basketball Grill, a Basketball Slow Cooker, Kitchen and Bathroom LCD TVs in the shape of basketballs, a Basketball Cooler -- even a Basketball Serving Bowl.

My personal favorites, however, are the Basketball Pilsner Glasses, and the Basketball Cuff-links -- both for the same reason. I can't help but fall in love with anything that takes something as deliberately un-stylish as sports (in this case, college basketball), and tries to make it classy. It makes me want to take off my shirt, mow the yard, crack open a can of Miller Lite and demand that my girlfriend bring me extra hot wings from the kitchen. (Not that I could ever get away with that, but I'm just sayin'.)

Because there's nothing like a little class to make your Final Four party an event to remember.