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Thursday, April 17, 2014

Head-to-Toe Spring Prints

One of the cooler trends for Spring 2014 is the head-to-toe print look. Sometimes it is just a matching top and bottom, other times the look includes a matching bag or shoe. How fun is that? And for all of you who were equally in love with/horrified by the uber-expensiveness of last week's Shoe Candy blog, I've included a budget option below. Just remember, I always show you the most expensive version of the trend first, that way you'll know it well when you find it at your price point.

Stella McCartney Jane Floral-Jacquard Top, $890

Stella McCartney Warwick High-Rise Floral-Jacquard Shorts, $780

For a casual outfit that requires little effort with maximum impact, look to this cotton version by Suno.

Suno Printed Cotton-Poplin Top, $390

Suno Printed Cotton-Poplin Shorts, $450

These shorts are disguised as a mini skirt for a classic, extra feminine look.

Michael Kors Printed Silk-Crepe Top, $975

Michael Kors Printed Fluted Silk-Crepe Shorts, $895

My favorite part of the look? Wearing matching shoes as well. This Gucci combo printed with parasols is perfect for a summer dinner on the boardwalk.

Gucci Parasol-Print Silk Crepe de Chine Top, $895

Gucci Parasol-Print Silk Crepe de Chine Shorts, $595

Gucci Printed Satin-Twill Espadrille Sandals, $695

The Look for Less

Land's End Long Sleeve Pattern Supima No Iron Shirt, $59

Land's End Pattern 5" Chino Shorts, $45

Land's End Lucy Pointed Toe Slingback Shoes, $49

Love what you see? If you'd like to purchase any of my featured items, simply click on your favorite picture. This will link you directly to my Pinterest page, where you can click on the picture again to reach the store's website. Happy shopping!

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Shoe Candy for Everyone

This shoe season is crazy. Did you hear me? C-R-A-Z-Y! What's in style? Everything. Ok...not everything, but a little something for everyone. How awesome is it when everything from a stiletto to a chunky heel to an orthopedic sandal to a sneaker are in style all at once? You know what is more awesome? When shoe designers offer all of the above in the same patterns so you can have your cake and eat it too. Happy spring shoe shopping!

Lanvin Metallic Jacquard Sandal, $890

Lanvin Metallic Jacquard Slip-Sneaker, $495

Christian Louboutin Pigalle Spikes Red Sole Pump, $1,295

Christian Louboutin Louis Spikes Calfskin High-Top Sneaker, $995

Saint Laurent Cheetah-Print Ankle-Wrap Sandal, $895

Saint Laurent Solid/Leopard Canvas Slip-On Sneaker, $395

Valentino Rockstud Neon Camo Point-Toe Pump, $1,175

Valentino + Havaianas Neon Camouflage-Print Flip-Flops, $295

Valentino Rockstud Camo-Print Sneaker, $795

Givenchy Floral Shark-Lock Ankle-Wrap Sandal, $950

Givenchy Swiss Floral-Print Flat Sandal, $795

Givenchy Floral-Print Slip-On Sneaker, $570

Thursday, April 3, 2014

The New White Shirt: How Will You Wear it?

The white shirt was one of the biggest trends on the Spring 2014 runways. However, it's not your classic white button down. The New White Shirt is clean, crisp and subtly different in its styling. It's more cool than classic. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, see below for plenty of examples. Which one is for you? Although I don't usually push a specific trend, this one is just so easy and refreshing, there's no excuse not to try it!

The Shirtdress

Vince Drawstring Waist Shirtdress, $275

Alexander Wang Pleated Split Back Shirtdress, $695

Amanda Uprichard Miah Fit-and-Flare Shirtdress, $208

Splendid Shirt Dress, $117.99

Diane von Furstenberg Aviana Shirtdress, $298

The Sleeveless

Rebecca Taylor Sleeveless V-Neck Poplin, $225

Chalk Rider Ruffle Sleeve Top, $216

Equipment Keira Top, $188

The Short-Sleeve

Burberry Brit Cotton Roll Sleeve Shirt, $275

Madewell Latticework Shirt, $110

DKNY Short Sleeve Blouse with Peplum Back, $195

Calvin Klein Zip Detail V-Neck Blouse, $69.59

Nonoo Organza Panel Collared Blouse, $250

The Long-Sleeve

H&M Cotton Shirt, $24.95

James Perse Side Panel Button Front Top, $155

Rag & Bone Cooper Oversized Shirt, $350

Thursday, March 20, 2014

A Perfect Spring Outfit

I'm usually initially inspired by the expensive, i.e. investment version of a fashion trend. Not this week. No, this week's blog was inspired by the $14.95 pleated H&M skirt in the Cheap Chic version below. I thought it was so beautiful and reminiscent of all that is fresh and new for spring 2014, that I decided to create an entire outfit around this particular skirt. However, I knew some of you would rather invest in a skirt of better quality so I am giving you the investment version also. Enjoy and happy spring shopping!

Cheap Chic Version

Kasper Sleeveless Suiting Shell, $39

H&M Pleated Skirt, $14.95

Loft Open Tuxedo Jacket, $98

London Rebel Mule Sling Back Heeled Sandal, $60.22

Baublebar Primary Aztec Drops, $38

The Investment Version

Theory Emlay B. Crop Woven Shell, $225

Red Valentino Stretch Cotton Pleated Skirt, $345

Equipment Anais Blazer, $468

Vince Addir Bootie, $395

Erickson Beamon Girls on Film Gold-Tone Crystal Earrings , $535

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Spring Trends at the 2014 Golden Globes

The Golden Globes are considered a preview of the Oscars. This applies to both the award winners and fashion choices. The 2014 Globes were no exception and the attendees were on trend! If the spring runways are any predictor, the Oscars' Best Actress, whoever she is, will be wearing white! See below for the most highlighted spring trends from this past Sunday's Golden Globes.

White Hot