New Years

  • Always Dress "As If"

    Don't lie, you've been there before. You're not alone. We've all suffered from that epicly embarrassing fashion fail at one point or another. The type of horrifying moment you couldn't conjure up in your most demonic and disturbing of nightmares. Hopefully, it's well in the past and you've fully recovered. If not, don't crawl in a hole just yet.

    With the new year rapidly approaching and a new resolution that would traditionally go with it, I thought today would be an appropriate time to discuss the importance of always being sure to dress your best! I've gotten a head start on my resolution and, as you'll soon find out, for good reason. Perhaps by the time the New Year rolls around, my thought's will resonate and you'll make a resolution of your own; to always be dressed "as if". Dress as if you were being stalked by the paparazzi, as if you were on a reality show and knew the world were watching you, as if you knew you'd be awkwardly stumbling into your ex... and his lovely new fiance.

    Whether dressing up for a winter formal, homecoming, a night out with the girls, or, as you'll soon see why, even if you're just walking your dog, it's always important to be conscious of your appearance strive to look your best. After all, you never know who you're going to run into! No matter how hard we try, ghosting ourselves is an impossibility. We've yet to discover a method for achieving invincibility, so accept the inevitable, you're going to be seen. Read on for a short story detailing how and why I finally realized that it's time to make sure I'm always dressed "as if".

    alexander wang quote

    Its 7 a.m. and my alarm goes off, echoing the most revolting of noises one could hope to rise and greet a new day with. Not only am I now awake (begrudgingly), but my dog has decided to take a morning stroll upon my face. Time to start my day. First thing's first, time to take the pooch out for his (official) morning walk. As I scramble to find my glasses, and something warm to go for a walk in, the thought never crosses my mind that I will actually be appearing in public. I've just dressed myself in a black and yellow Batman hat, baby blue hoodie, over sized sweatpants, two different color Ugg boots, neon pink gloves, and to top it off, a purple fur coat. (FASHION NO NO!!!) I figured hey, its 7:00 in the morning who am I going to cross paths with at this time. Well, of course, I immediately run into two neighbors (should have seen that one coming), get three honks acknowledging my atrocious ensemble, and here comes the kicker; as I am crossing the street with my dog, I fall flat on my face. Traffic was stopped and a small village gathered to help me get my bearings and make sure I was alright. It was an all around disaster, to say the least!

    And, with that 'experience,' I have FINALLY learned my lesson. No matter where I am  going, it is important to understand the likelihood of encountering other human beings... and to dress accordingly. I have no excuse for the outlandish outfit I had put together, considering that my closet is overflowing with adorable hoodies and matching sweatpants. So ladies, common courtesy to the general public, put a little effort into your look. No matter whether walking your dog or having a fun night out with the gal pals.

    When it comes to a quick walk outside with Scruffy or a jaunt to the nearest convenience store, there are some easy fashion staples you can always keep in mind to look put-together without much effort at all.

    For starters, oversized sunglasses are VERY helpful- not only do they help disguise you, they cover up the bags under your eyes or the smeared makeup you were too tired to wash off from the night before.  Throwing on a pair of leggings or yoga pants is always a cute choice for a fast fashion fix, while still maintaining your level of comfort. As for tops, I love wearing oversized sweatshirts with my leggings... and MATCHING UGG boots, of course! Yeah, pair them up, I assure you the two seconds it could take is much less agonizing than the shame you'll endure while others take notice of the fashion fail.

    After my morning shenanigans, I come to the conclusion that it is time to give my Batman hat to my 8 year old cousin. My baggy sweatpants will be worn only in my house and, as for my purple fur coat, there's just no acceptable reason to validate how it ever entered my closet, nonetheless made its way onto my person. I'll try to donate it and, after Goodwill rejects it, I'll toss it in the dumpster to the side of their building.

    Alexander Wang said it best:

    "Anyone can get dressed up and glamorous but it is how people dress in their days off that are the most intriguing."

    -Alexander Wang

    So, with those ever so slight yet vitally important alterations made, my newfound resolution to "Dress Your Best" is well under way. And, what better way to kick off that resolution than by picking out some cute new digs here at Rissy Roo's

    Have you ever been caught wearing some major fashion no-no's? Leave us a comment below and share your most embarrassing experience.

  • Happy New Year 2016!

    We can't believe 2016 is finally here! We hope everyone had an incredible 2015, and is as excited as we are for the new year and what's to come. If you've made a New Year's Resolution, stick to it! And, if you're not one for making new year's resolutions, just be excited for lots of new experiences, new dreams, new fashion looks, and creating new goals in the New Year.

    New Year 2016

    So, New Year's Resolution or no Resolution, here are some words and ideas to live by when celebrating tonight and into 2016: Continue reading

  • Happy Holidays 2015 From Rissy Roo's!

    Happy Holidays 2015 from our family to yours! For those celebrating Hanukkah, we hope you had a wonderful 8 nights of festivities. And, for those celebrating Christmas, enjoy Christmas Eve tonight and Christmas Day tomorrow with your family!

    Happy Holidays 2015

    A Roo Reminder that we'll be closed tomorrow, December 25th, to be with our families, and we'll be back open on December 26th. So, shop our website and give us a call or come by the store if you're in New Jersey starting on the 26th and we'll help you get dressed up for New Year's Eve!

    If you're still trying to finish off your Christmas gift list, grab an e-gift card! It's an easy way to get a present for any gal on your list, and they'll surely enjoy getting to pick out their very own dresses and accessories at RissyRoos.com!

    Rissy Roo's Gift Card

    The gift certificates can be redeemed for any product in our store, so whether shopping for prom, homecoming, NYE, Sweet 16, Bat Mitzvah, a wedding, or any other event, you'll have a very happy friend or family member.

    A very happy holidays and new year again!

  • 10 Festive #OOTD Holiday Fashion Ideas (Part 2)

    The holidays continue (for those celebrating Hanukkah, at least!), and so do our festive holiday looks! Earlier this week was Part 1 of our #OOTD Holiday Fashion Ideas, and now we're finishing off our list (and checking it twice) with five more looks to complete the countdown to ten. Our first post showed you how to rock everything from animal print to florals, and dresses to onesies, and now we have more fabulous finds to share, so read on below!

    Faux Leather

    Leather Dress Jovani 88152

    Leather and faux leather is a go-to fabric for the cooler fall and winter months, but usually it's reserved for clothing like jackets and pants. There's no reason why you can't extent the totally badass fabric to dresses, though. We especially love Jovani 88152 to rock a little leatherette for the holidays. This stunner features gold studded detail on the shoulders to bring an extra bit of edge to the look and an eyelet cut-out detail throughout the dress. It's easy to keep dressed down for a night out at a concert or club, or dress it up for a more formal holiday party, such as your office holiday party. Continue reading

  • 10 Festive #OOTD Holiday Fashion Ideas (Part 1)

    It's time for holiday parties! From work parties to family events to New Year's Eve, picking the perfect outfits will have you feeling confident no matter what the atmosphere. So, stand out in style at all of your holiday parties this year with these 10 so glam outfit ideas that have 'outfit of the day' written all over them.

    Animal Print

    Sequin Elbow Leopard Print SweaterAnimal print is a sure-to way to get a totally chic look, and it's so perfect for the holidays because it's super easy to dress up or down depending on the occasion. For a shirt, we love this Sequin Elbow Leopard Sweater, which can be worn in so many different ways. Keep it casual by pairing with jeans, or dress it up by pairing it with black pants or a mini skirt. To get an edgy vibe, just pair this shirt with black leather pants or a mini skirt and black pumps, booties, or combat boots! Continue reading

  • Happy New Year's Eve!

    With New Year's Eve 2015 officially here, we wanted to take a moment to wish all of our Roo Girls a fabulous, glamorous, and sparkly New Year!

    New Year's Eve 2015

    We hope that 2014 was full of not only lessons, but the best of times with your family and friends. And, with a brand new year here, we hope that 2015 brings you an incredible year that you'll never forget.

    Ready or not, 2015 is here, so make the best of it! If you haven't thought of a New Year's Resolution yet, that's a great way to help get ready for the new year. And, of course, the most important part about getting ready for the new year is putting together that perfect NYE outfit! As you know so well, we love dresses at Rissy Roo's, and New Year's Eve is one of the best possible nights to rock a dress (even though it's cold out). So, whether you purchased a brand new dress to wear for this special night, or are breaking out your favorite reliable number, have fun putting your outfit together from head to toe! New Year's Eve is all about glitz, glam, and sparkle, so don't be afraid to accessorize. Whether sequin heels, a studded purse, or shiny jewelry, you'll stand out in style! Of course, if all else fails, you can always rely on a sparkly gold or silver dress to stand out on NYE.

    Last, but not least, if you want to make sure you're ready for 2015 with a brand new dress, whether for your next party or for Prom 2015, don't forget that today is the final day of our End of the Year Sale. There are so many dresses at deep discounts right now, so have fun browsing and finding that dress you've been looking for at an incredible price.

    Happy NYE 2015!!

  • Miss America in Tony Bowls at the American Country Countdown Awards

    The 2014 American Country Countdown Awards was held this past Monday night in Nashville, TN, and it was an amazing show! As much as we loved the show, of course our favorite part was watching all the celebrities walking the red carpet in their stunning outfits. The lady celeb looks really amazed us at this awards ceremony! Many of the ladies wore dresses sexy, sparkly dresses that would be so perfect for a new year's eve outfit, so they were definitely inspiring us for the biggest night of the year!

    Miss America in Tony Bowls TS21452 at the ACCAs!

    While there were so many looks that we loved, our best dressed of the night goes to Miss America Kira Kazanstev! She wore Tony Bowls TS21452, and it looked so gorgeous on her! This is a jersey short dress with long sleeves and jewel neckline that features a full length back zipper and gold beading. This dress is all about the accenting embroidered sparkles, and we love how they follow all the way down to wrist-grazing sleeves. Plus, the sparkles match her stunning blonde hair in such a perfect way. We loved how she let her hair be an accessory to this dress with her side fishtail braid. Our favorite part about her outfit? How she brought it all together with a touch of bold red on her nails!

    From head to toe, this is a perfect outfit to rock for New Year's Eve. All you need to finish off Kira's look is a small black clutch, like Magid E7486 Jeweled Box Clutch, and a pair of black high heels. If you have other formal holiday parties to attend, such as a Christmas party, the long sleeves makes this dress a versatile option for a number of different occasions during the winter months. Kira rocked the dress without stockings, but don't be afraid to wear stockings with this dress for those colder December and January winter nights!

  • Wear It Now And Later: Sequin Crop Top

    The holidays are all about dressing up and going from party to party - an activity that every fashionista loves! But, sometimes it can be difficult to rock a new look for every single party, so mixing and matching is an essential part of any girl's holiday party wardrobe.

    A couple of weeks ago we showed you 4 LBDs under $100 that can easily be mixed and matched with different accessories to wear both now and later, from day to night. This week, we're showing you one of our favorite accessories to help attending all of your holiday parties that much easier: our Sequin Crop Top T16758!

    Wear It Now And Later: Sequin Crop TopSequin Crop Top T16758 is a stunning compliment to any party look. We especially love this crop top for the holidays because of its stand-out sparkly sequins, of course! It's a perfect option to add a little sparkle to any holiday outfit, whether the event's during the day or at night, with family or with friends. So, the photo above shows you how you can easily wear this look both now and later! You can rock it with jeans and a black tank top for a toned-down look for during the day at a family get-together or casual party. Then, step it up a notch for a nighttime holiday party by wearing it over a little black dress or with a cute skirt. In the photo above, the sequin crop top is paired with baby-doll flare dress D16988 and Bow by Jonathan Kayne open toe shoes.

    If you love the idea of showing off some skin, but are afraid of showing off too much, this crop top is a great way to get the best of both worlds. Plus, if you decide you want to show off those shoulders and back as the night progresses, you can easily take the crop top on and off as you feel comfortable! This look is definitely all about comfort AND style, so rock it proudly!

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