Trend Spotlight: Polka Dots

There are a lot of ways polka dots can go awry. You can risk looking seven years old. You can way overdo them and end up with too much of a good thing. Or you can just plain ol' end up looking like Minnie Mouse. None of these situations are ideal, so maybe we should attempt this trend the right way? … [Read more...]

How to Dress Your Shape

Women - we all come in different shapes and sizes, and despite what runway models seem to tell us with their stick-thin frames, this is a good thing. If we all looked exactly like Kate Moss, life would be a super-snooze. (No dig at Ms. Moss intended. I love her stylish self as much as the next gal, … [Read more...]

Weekly Roundup: Rachel Zoe, CFDA Nominees and More

Attention all expecting mommies! It seems to be that one of this season's hottest trends is the baby bump, so if you're en route to motherhood, you're right on trend with some of today's A-list celebs. Natalie Portman, Kate Hudson and Jessica Alba are just a few expecting celebrities, but if you want … [Read more...]

MTV’s “The City” — May This Stylish Show Rest in Peace

Well, readers, one of my favorite shows will no longer be filling the small screen with fashionable pleasures. “The City” has been canceled. Cue the tears, because I loved this show! At the end of last month, Whitney Port confirmed to Ryan Seacrest that MTV had no plans to renew the show for … [Read more...]

Wear Shapes that Flatter: How Good are You in Geometry?

Fall 2009 runways in New York, Milan, Paris and Japan saw more than their share of architectural lines, zebra stripes, sensuous waves, polka dots and bold shapes this year.  While all of these magnificent designs will look spectacular on tall willowy models, for most average women all shapes are not … [Read more...]

Luggage Deal: Diane von Furstenberg Working Girl Set

Gosh, I can't believe Halloween is next Friday!  You know what that means.  Soon it will be Thanksgiving, then before you know it you won't have much time left to shop for all your holiday gifts!  This also means you will most likely do some traveling to celebrate with friends and … [Read more...]

Designer Inspired Look: Seeing Green

So, if you didnÂ’t get the chance to plant a tree and celebrate Earth Day properly last month, donÂ’t fret, for itÂ’s never to late to go green! Before you bust out your re-usable shopping bags and recycling bins, make sure you are properly outfitted first! My favorite runway look this week … [Read more...]

New York Fashion Week Fall ’08: Hair and Makeup Trends

New Fashion Week is happening this very second, and while I love the clothes, I'm also into the makeup and hair. Here's a roundup: At Thakoon, hair was big and messy (kind of like Tippy Hedron in The Birds), while plums and pinks ruled the face. Diane Von Furstenberg opted for high glamour … [Read more...]

Valentine's Day Fashion Picks: Top 5 Red Dresses

I know! Red dresses on Valentine's Day--how predictable! But, I'm thinking that it's so obvious that it might actually be cool in an ironic way.  Plus, these dresses are cute any day. Diane Von Furstenberg Coen Cashmere Dress, $495 Okay, so it's a little lot pricey, but a red cashmere dress in … [Read more...]

Top 5 Cocktail Dresses from Nordstrom’s Half Yearly Sale

The Nordstom Half Yearly Sale is on, and there's lots of good stuff to gush over, as usual. If I have one money-saving tip as we approach the holiday season, it's to take advantage of this event and others like it to outfit yourself for all those festive parties you'll be attending. Here are my top … [Read more...]