Because I live in Los Angeles, I can get a kick-start to my spring shopping. I'm always on a budget, so I love sifting through sale racks and rediscovering old favorites in my closet. Last week, I was digging through some old storage boxes, and I found three military-inspired jackets from about four … [Read more...]
Women’s Jackets: Holiday Weekend Style
December 26, 2009 By 2 Comments
Women's jackets are found in many different styles and can help flatter your figure. After reading a Lucky Shopping Manual by Kim France and Andrea Linett, there were a few jacket tips I was able to find. There are blazers, which can help fill out sloped shoulders. Double pocketed or western styles … [Read more...]
Runway Rockshow: Balenciaga Leather Jacket
October 14, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Making a big splash on the runways right now is the Balenciaga Leather Jacket with it's asymmetrical zipper, fine details and warm brown leather design. The originals have been selling like Hot Pockets off the racks and online markets, but where can you find your own look for less? Here's what Smarter.com … [Read more...]
Spring Flings: Denim, Trenches and Scarves
April 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Any fashion forward girl wants to stay on top of the current season's trends which this year include a broad range of styles including chunky denim sandals, paisley scarves, zipper skirts, and boyfriend blazers. The mix is eclectic this year, but it also includes the spring season mainstays like … [Read more...]
Fashion Accessorizing: Keeping It Chic, Not Shabby
April 27, 2009 By 1 Comment
Yes, it's true, sandal season is upon us...but flip flops aren't exactly what I have in mind. Spring is a good time to begin shopping around for fancy footwear that reveals your feet without getting too beachy. Wedges are cool for spring fashion, and you can definitely carry them into summer when … [Read more...]
This Ain’t Football Season, but Shoulder Pads Are Back
April 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment
As one of the other fabulous Smarter Fashion bloggers has already alerted you (check out Shoulder Pads are Back from the 80's), the 80's revival is back in full force, with the return of leggings, neon colors and the Ray-Ban Wayfarer. But readers, it's shoulder pads that really seem to have fashion … [Read more...]
Cool Deal: The Bosworth Jacket
February 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Right now is the time to find the BEST deals. This jacket definitely does not scream "Paul Frank!" It's sort of a more "mature" Paul Frank.  It's on sale for 5o% off because all the new spring stuff is already on the shelves. It's still been pretty cold and the weather has been extremely unpredictable! The … [Read more...]
Montreal
February 4, 2009 By Leave a Comment
In two weekends, I'm going to Montreal! It's going to be fantastic and wonderful, and I'm going to have to learn how to bear with the snow. Two inches fell today in Providence, the streets and sidewalks were slick with ice, and I was already grumbling about how I wish spring would just come...consider … [Read more...]
Cozy Deal: Billabong Moonstruck Jacket
January 6, 2009 By 2 Comments
This jacket does not look like a typical Billabong jacket. You actually wouldn't even know it was Billabong at first glace. It is not their typical sporty/surf style. I prefer this Bogota Berry color, but it also comes in black. It can be dressed down for a more casual look and can even … [Read more...]
Personal Pick of the Week: In the Hood
September 10, 2008 By 1 Comment
While shopping a few weeks ago, a sweet sales gal at BloomingdaleÂ’s gave me a tip—she turned me onto Aqua, an affordable line of clothes that is exclusive to BloomingdaleÂ’s, and is designed similar to many of the styles you see in the Marc by Marc, Joie, and Juicy collections that are featured … [Read more...]
