The New Femininity in 3 Easy Looks

Real talk: we are beyond ready for a shift away from the same old Valentine’s lace and lingerie. It’s time to celebrate a new femininity—free from expectations, full of confidence, and imperfectly beautiful—all about the freedom to choose how you present yourself to the world. Explore three effortless looks from Stylist Cat, selected to help you define a style that’s all your own.

Deliberate Balance

I find that life and style are all about balance. Top a sleek bodycon dress with a zipper-studded moto for an evening look with just-right proportions of polish and attitude. While head-to-toe black may be the obvious choice, I love how a blush or ivory shade gives this iconic jacket a surprising lightness. Pack all your essentials in a compact clutch for a streamlined finishing touch.

Unapologetically Feminine

Feel free to embrace the ultra-femme with a combination of floral, frills, and a flowy silhouette. Pair a delicate peasant top with frayed-hem denim for a contemporary bohemian vibe with a touch of the unexpected. A new bag is one of the easiest and most practical ways to add a pop of on-trend color to a wardrobe—try blush or lavender this spring.

Modern Modesty

I’ve grown tired of the “brand” of feminine style that translates to baring it all. Covering up feels cool and refreshing in a fluttery bell-sleeve top and skinnies. Choose a style with daintily ruffled seams to help accentuate a full, statement sleeve. A simple, muted bag and quirky statement necklace take an everyday ensemble to the next level.