Elie Rossetti Serraino, Author at Raleigh Magazine

Attention Grabbers: Earrings with attitude

by Elie Rossetti Serraino | Jun 19, 2017 | June 2017, Polish, Stuff

Crawler earrings offer the illusion of multiple piercings: mix and match or wear together

When the weather gets hot, the natural inclination is to pull one’s hair up, bringing attention to the ear. Dangling earrings can be a nuisance at the pool or on the beach, but ear crawlers or climbers attract attention and offer a stylish summer solution.

Pave Diamond Crawlers, $895; Bailey’s

Ippolita Turquoise Slice Earrings, $1,995; Bailey’s

Kendra Scott Billie, $59.97; Kendra Scott

Be Je Desi Earrings, $68; Kannon’s Women’s

Pearl earrings, $45; Reliable Loan and Jewelry

Summer Denim for Men

by Elie Rossetti Serraino | Jun 12, 2017 | June 2017, Polish, Stuff

For many men, jeans are a year-round staple but there’s no need to suffer from heat to wear the style. Lighter-weight denim fabrics offer breezier solutions. Plus, you can experiment with different fabrics and colors in the traditional five-pocket style. It’s a versatile option that can take you from day to night—simply throw on a jacket for evening.

Jones Basalt Cotton/Linen, $245; Raleigh Denim

Jones 525 Selvage Raw, $295; Raleigh Denim

Peter Millar Khaki Sateen Stretch 5 pocket jean, $145.00; Kannon’s Men

Peter Millar Light Sand Sateen Stretch 5 pocket jean, $145.00; Kannon’s Men

Jones Cornstalk Trouser, $225; Raleigh Denim

Color Me Bold

by Elie Rossetti Serraino | Jun 12, 2017 | June 2017, Polish, Stuff

Get the most out of your wardrobe using a bold color wheel!

Just like in fine art, fashion can explode with color. Don’t be afraid of it! Instead, embrace bold shades for summer. We try to make it a little simpler by showing how fashion relates to a traditional color wheel. There are three primary colors—red, yellow and blue—with secondary shades filling the gaps in between. Seeing the spectrum of hues can make mixing shades more palatable.

Instead of pairing a bold yellow with neutral shades like white, glance across the color wheel and go with a contrasting hue, like a bright royal blue. Look at different shades within the same color family and experiment. The color combinations are endless so be adventurous. Your mantra can be bright and bold!

This season color is everywhere. You’ll find handbags in canary yellow and emerald green, sandals in electric orange and royal blue, and jewelry in a rainbow of shades. If you’re hesitant to invest in a bright ensemble, at least accessorize with bold color.

And, men, you can include color in your wardrobe too, and it doesn’t just have to be with shirts. Jeans are available in a spectrum of shades, including yellow, red, teal and more.