The Best Layering Accessory for Spring

Blazers are THE best layering accessory for spring. With bright colors and new playful patterns, these structured jackets are no longer just for the office. This spring’s blazers are perfect for any occasion. Wear a pastel moto jacket with a lacy spring dress or rock a boyfriend blazer with floral skinny jeans. As another stylist friend of mine recently reminded me, we all look waaay skinnier and more put together in a blazer. I'm wearing my favorite Theory blazer as I write this!
Any way you wear it, you’re sure to look amazing!

Floral jackets make the cutest spring statement pieces!

Tibi Daisies Jacket, $595

Roseanna Iggy Floral Oversized Jacket, $595

Rag & Bone Bailey Floral Print Jacket, $345.50

H&M Patterned Fitted Blazer, $49.95

Haute Hippie Dropped Lapel Blazer, $495

Wear bright colors, like these blazers, with softer tones in the same color family for a look that's totally on trend.

Forever21 Open-Front Blazer, $29.80

 Elizabeth and James Crepe Heather Blazer, $297

Sherbet colors go with almost anything, adding the perfect feminine touch to an outfit.

J.Crew Schoolboy Blazer in Linen, $175

Gibson Collarless Linen Blazer, $59.90

Who knew leather could look so polished? Whether you choose leather accents or full-on metallic, you can't go wrong.

Theory Yaisa Leather Sleeve Blazer, $495

Pierre Balmain Fitted Leather Blazer, $1,725

 Vince Leather Shawl Collar Jacket, $995

Tweed made a return this season in styles that range from preppy perfection to totally glam! Which style of tweed do you like?

Rebecca Taylor Tweed Jacket, $395

H&M Blazer with Glittery Threads, $59.95

These motorcycle jackets range from leather to denim to fleece so that you can choose the style that best suits your style.

alice + olivia Leather Moto Jacket, $898

 Tibi Denim Biker Jacket, $375

Paul & Joe Sister Pompon Jacket, $295

Chaser Fleece Moto Jacket, $128

Black Friday Special

Black Friday: you either love it or hate it. If you're in the "love it" party, this post is for you. A lot of the deals haven't been announced yet... but I'm all for spreading the word on a great deal, so here's what I've found so far (and if you know about more, feel free to mention them in the comments!).

Bloomingdale's is opening at 7am on Black Friday and will have steal-deals, like 25% off women's denim. However, they've started their deals already--including the designer handbag sale--in-store and online, so get shopping!

 

Shopbop.com also started their sales earlier this week--forget Cyber Monday, they're celebrating Cyber Week! Shop online and use the code BIGEVENT12 to save until 11:59pm on Monday. 

 

Remember my ode to C.Wonder? They win again, this time by doing a half-off sale between midnight and 8am on Black Friday, and 25% off purchases $100+ from Saturday to Monday. Now there's really no excuse to check out this amazing store!

Target is giving shoppers a head start by opening at 9pm on Thanksgiving. Here's a preview of their great deals: 

Banana Republic already has a lot on sale for 40% off, and that sale will continue until Black Friday is over. Need a new coat? This might be your best bet!

 

If beauty is your focus, check out Nordstrom. Bobbi Brown is holding the Pretty Powerful Event, where you can get a make-up lesson and a Pretty Powerful tote bag with purchases $50+. There will also be discounts on Chanel, MAC, L'Occitane, and other great beauty brands. 

 

For more Black Friday beauty finds, check out MAC. They'll be previewing their new Taste Temptation collection at Macy's MAC counters, and from 12pm to 4am at the Times Square location and online, you can find this exclusive nail polish and lipstick duo. 

 

H&M will have sweaters and dresses starting at $5, outerwear, kid's jackets, and pants starting at $10. Street locations will open at midnight. 

 

Were you inspired by my post on JCP (JC Penney) to find those inexpensive, on-trend items we all need? On Black Friday, JCP will open at 6am and you can find stylish boots starting at $25 and coats starting at $40. 

 

And if you're looking to tackle BlackFriday with some digital help, use mobile apps to shop instead. To buy shoes, use the Zappos mobile app: 

 

 

 

Fall Boots Under $500

What would fall be without boots? Boots can be a practical basic or the missing link to making a statement with your outfit. Don't get it wrong! Although in style every year, the must-have looks change each season. Below is my list of must-haves for Fall 2012. As a bonus, all of them are under $500!

The equestrian look is a major trend this season, so a riding boot is a definite must-have. Try them over skinny jeans or cords, or under a maxi skirt. Frye boots are a classic, so don't worry about these ever going out of style.

Frye Paige Tall Riding $358

With a simple two-tone look and rounded edges, this pair is effortlessly elegant. Try it with a plaid blazer for a Ladies & Gents look.

Lauren Ralph Lauren Jenessa $249

Keren Blazer $249

This riding boot has a little heel, which will make your legs look like you've been riding horses your whole life! The heel also keeps the look from overwhelming a smaller frame.

Luxury Rebel Harness Boots Aspen $265

I know I have trouble getting tight, tall boots over my legs sometimes. Try a pair like these that has a stretch panel down the sides, giving you extra room in the calves. These look awesome in black too!

Cole Haan Flat Boots Jodhpur $348

Out of the country, and into the city! The Moto (i.e. Motorcycle) boot is another must-have this season. Can't you just see this pair wandering the streets of Paris?

Pour La Victoire Flat Moto Booties Montero $350

Leather, buckles, and studs... oh my! Who said Moto boots had to be black? I'd love these with an oversized, soft pink cashmere sweater...

ASH Footwear Titan Boot $350

You can even get the Moto look in rain boots! How cute are these?

KORS Michael Kors Moto Rain Booties Stormette $125

One trend that never goes away is the cowboy boot. 

Frye Billy Pull On $298

Cowboy boots can have higher heels, too! Take these for a night out as a comfortable alternative to spiked heel boots.

Marc by Marc Jacobs 85 mm Cowboy Boot $475

The final boot style is the bootie. Because of their low profile, these boots can go with maxi skirts, short skirts and tights, tucked-into jeans... you name it, they work!

Modern Vintage Virginia $295

The wedge bootie is one of the most important shoe shapes this season. Wear it with cropped pants and a blouse.

Rosegold Lace Up Wedge Platform Booties Bevin $225

This heeled platform bootie shows femininity and power. Hands down, these are one of the sexiest, most affordable pairs out there!

DV Dolce Vita Bansi High Heel $119

Lastly, for those of you who have trouble getting boots to fit your calves, J.Crew, Cole Haan, and Zappos  have extended calf size boots.