Brilliant Blogger: Le Blog De Betty
I guess it’s true what they say, the French really do know their fashion. Just take one look at French blogger Betty Autier’s website, Le Blog de Betty, and you’ll instantly want to don her clothes from head to toe.
Like an old pro, Betty effortlessly sports slouchy sweaters, mixes sequins with basics to add sparkle, and works cutesy bows into her wardrobe in a way that would make Blair Waldorf proud.
Why else should you take note of Betty’s style? She has a keen sense of how to mix current fashion trends into wearable everyday looks without looking like she’s trying too hard.
Want to try out Betty’s style? Here are some tips to get you looking chic and sophisticated too.
1. Don’t Be Afraid of Color
We all know that old adage that the French love to wear black. But you wouldn’t know it looking through Betty’s wardrobe photos. What’s great about her is that she isn’t afraid to shake things up by adding a bold color to her outfit. That color grabs people’s attention and keeps it there.
Just keep in mind that it’s best to only choose one or two colors to put on display, try to keep the rest of your outfit neutral or else your zany color sense might distract people from your otherwise great outfit. You want your outfit to pop, not overpower.
2. Sequins Aren’t Just For Showgirls
Sequins have this magical power. You put with them on and instantly your outfit gets ten times shinier and ten times chicer. Betty understands this fact of life and harnesses the magic of sequins to create equally magical outfits.
The trick with sequins, like color, is to make sure that the sequins are the focal point of the outfit. Also, try and find sequins that are one solid color (like all silver or all gold) otherwise the sequins wont look current and the outfit moves from stylish to dated and (gasp!) tacky. So do like Betty, and keep things simple, I guarantee you will sparkle.
3. Sometimes It’s All In The Shoes
One of the reasons I love Betty’s blog so much is because of her collection of drool worthy shoes. The bottom line is sometimes shoes can make or break your outfit. After all, where would Nancy Sinatra be without her famous walking boots?
Here’s a tip, next time you’re trying to figure out what to wear in the morning, work backwards. Choose your shoes first. It mixes things up and that way you can avoid the dreaded “What should I wear today dilemma?”
Moreover I dare you to try out something different. Instead of wearing your favorite flip-flops or vans to class, break out those new boots that you have been dying to wear to a “special occasion”. Like Zephyr said in a previous post, life’s too short and you’re only young once. Make every day a special occasion!
Thoughts?
So what do you guys think of Betty’s style? Would you wear her clothes… or not so much? If you want to see more of Betty’s style, check out her blog Le Blog de Betty. And, if you have a favorite blogger that you would like to be featured next time, don’t be afraid to drop me comment!
Posted on on September 13, 2009 / Filed Under: Fashion Tips / Tags: Brilliant Blogger, Color, Inspiration, Sequins, Shoes, Websites
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Valeria
I love her look!! Definetely I’ll bookmark it! :) Thanks for sharing ^^
Anna Kittitanaphan
wow shes amazing! thanks for featuring her! i will definitely follow her and her blog. ..colors…sequins…and shoes..ok got it ;D
Casey
HEYYYYY omg its rlly good. def know your stuff Kim im a fan
naomi
OMG all her clothes are amazing.I need to steal her wardrobe!
ramney
It must be the genes! I couldn’t of spelled it out any better!
Bizzy
Her style is really cute, but she is so tiny, why is she swimming in her clothes? I think she would look a lot more chic in some more fitted clothing, oversized stuff shouldn’t be worn daily.
Luinae
She has awesome style- I can’t wait to start following her blog!
And then I will steal her entire wardrobe
Annessa
I am in love with the shoes on the bottom left of the last pic!
Rania
I just love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Colleen
i love love love your idea of picking out shoes first for an outfit! so clever
MyTien
Awesome, I love her style. I crave new shoes and apparel now. Thanks!
Teresa
Omg YAYY!! She’s definitely one of my favorite fashion bloggers and I’m so happy you’ve decided to feature her. She has the cutest style and I always am inspired after seeing what she wore that day.
Carrie
Wow, Kim. I must say… Betty pulls off every one of those outfits amazingly! Good choice! I will definitely be paying attention to her from now on style for inspiration.
Kristina - University of Arizona
Ummm that red military coat is probably the CUTEST thing I’ve EVER seen. Ahhh love it
Kelly
Where can I get one of those sequin tanks she’s wearing in the middle photo under sequins?? I need it!
Marwa =)
Soooo cuteeeeeee ! <3 <3 <3 I loved the outfits and her style !
Thanks for sharing Kim !
Any Idea where we can find similar clothes to her style ?!
Catherine
Thanks for sharing this blog with us.
I wish I could raid her closet… and borrow/steal things. hehe.
Katie
Her sequence tops are SO cute, and on one of her blogs she’s wearing the CUTEST blue jacket. I love her style and I wish I could pull off over-sized t-shirts like her. :) But I do agree, she would also look cute in some closer-fitting tops as well. She’s just a cute girl all around!
Catherine
Kelly – Express has some sequin tops that are longer in length, more like a form-fitting tunic. On their website (look under tops – tanks) they have a plain one in a navy blue or gray, and a black one with a subtle zebra print. If you go to the store though, you may find more options. I remember seeing a nice selection of good quality pretty sequin tops the last time I was there.
Jess
I love her style. That’s the style I like, its very cute and chic.
Kelly
Thanks Catherine!
Kim - Cal State
Haha I’m loving the positive feedback everyone! Betty is definitely my favorite blogger. And Bizzy, I think she works the slouch look really well but I agree with you, girls with nice figures should show them off once in a while :)
Kim - Cal State
And Marwa, if you want to copy some of Betty’s style, I recommend checking out some thrift stores. A lot of her stuff is one of a kind. But I also noticed she shops a lot at H&M and Topshop, so you should definitely try and check out those two stores. Maybe next time I’ll encorporate a wardrobe inspiration too, that way people can get ideas for copying the blogger’s styles. :)
Lisa
I really like her style, plus she is not afraid of standing out. Love it
Zephyr - CF Editor
She really does have great style and I had actually never seen her blog before Kim recommended her for a feature! Such a good pick!
Lalalina
I want almost every single outfit you have in your post, especially the one with the red military coat that Kristina likes. Betty sure loves her tights and that is something I am trying to work into my wardrobe more. Tights can so easily add so much to an outfit. Thanks for the heads up on this fab blogger!
Cara
She’s cute! Not my style, really…too baggy and edgy-dark…but still an inspiration in how she combines unusual pieces and pops vivid color (not that I need help with that one). She is undoubtedly original and creative, which is really the point of true style and fashion, isn’t it? Very fun to see her looks, thanks. And darlings, shoes ALWAYS make or break an outfit. Not just sometimes.
Katrina
Wow that girl is amazing! I wish I had half the style she does. I am bookmarking her blog.
Jen
I’m in love with all of her outfits! I don’t think there is one picture on here I don’t like…
Thanks Collegefashon.net for another bookmark to add to my collection!
Caitlin
love love love her style! definitely following her blog from now on, thanks :)
Mani
Girls like these make me sooo jealous. She has a great body and can pull off any type of clothes. And her sense of style is AMAZING. I love how her looks are just enough to be different, but not too outrageously couture. She’s lovely!
meg
hey i just wanted to say that i love this girl and her style, it’s exactly my kinda thing
Gen
Love the clothes, the look-it’s fabulous. Unfortunately, I think I’d look very lost in some of the oversize clothing, because I’m so short. I wonder how tall she is. Nonetheless, very cute, very sweet.
Kristina - University of Arizona
if you like leblogdebetty…you should check out this girl’s blog…its similar in style to betty’s…
http://fyndigt.devote.se/
Molly G
wow, great style, that green coat is the best thing i’ve ever seen! Does anyone know where I could get a pair of boots like the ones in that boot collage? I am talking about the pair all the way to the left on the bottom, white and slouchy ones…
Kim - Cal State
hey molly! i checked out aldo for you, and they have a lot of really nice boots that are similar to the one you liked. like these:
http://www.aldoshoes.com/us/women/boots/mid-boots/75341512-sebo/91
other than that, i would recommend checking out websites like piperlime, topshop, and h&m, maybe even if you’re lucky, forever21. great choice btw, those shoes are gorgeous.
sam
dude kim this rocks!!! i love youuu you r amazinggg! betty’s style is pretty BAMF! im loving the laid back vibe i get from the slouchy boots and sweaters. TRE CHIC!
chanel
i totaly luv her her fasion is amazing totaly mi inspiration fashion icon.
hmm wat does tre mean
yay its sckool holidays
go cromwell college u rox (not i hate skool)
jst being stupid
k
You forgot the most important point..
4. Be European. Otherwise you have no chance of pulling off those outfits without looking like a circus freak on the street.
k
By the way, I recommend wishwishwish, she’s a British fashion blogger with a beautiful unique style that’s always adorable.
She even made a cool video outfit post just now: http://wishwishwish.net/?p=704
Leslie
if you like betty, her bestfriend may interest you…their styles are different but she’s cute too!
http://www.tokyobanhbao.com
Griselda
WOW!! I Alwayss Checkk Out Thee Newest&& Latest Blogs Of Betty(: iAbsolutelyy Loveee Herr<3
maxine
What a unique stylish fashionable girl. Hmm… looks like a bit eclectic to me :)