In Chicago it appears that winter is here a bit “early” this year. On the avenue (that’s Michigan Ave.) you can see folks already donning the leather as a nip is definitely in the air.
This is my favorite time of year because it allows for layering. There are really... 
Friday Fashion Finds (8/28)
This week’s HOT SPOT Flower Tee at J.Crew. I was shopping for a client and fell in love with this very girlie tee, so I got one for her and one for me. I can’t wait to pair it with a white skirt sandals and pearls. We got it for her to wear... Read More
How to wear the black leather dress trend.
So my bad, I read InTouch Weekly the other day. Trash! But boy do they have good gossip. This issue they were dishing on Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Anniston. Claiming that Angelina was trying to show up Jennifer in her leather dress. Honestly, who cares? They both look amazing and... Read More
Shopping & Goodies is all accessorized.
From makeup to accessories, this week’s shopping & goodies links provide you with the finishing touches. Enjoy! A Few Goody Gumdrops loves the Nars Bridal Pallete and Orgasm Blush for your Wedding! Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy gives tips on makeup for Asian eyes. Couture In The City shares with... Read More
What to wear on a movie date.
Now here’s a great show and tell. Want to have him eating popcorn out of your hands? Check out the video and then read the repost for what to wear on a movie date. REPOST I am a HUGE movie fanatic and will go see just about... Read More
NEUTROGENA Cosmetics Announces “Flaunt Your Inner Celebrity” Contest
You’ve always known you deserved to be in the spotlight. Now NEUTROGENA Cosmetics is going to give you that chance. They just launched the “Flaunt Your Inner Celebrity” Contest. One lucky winner will get to travel to NYC for a celebrity-style makeover and photo shoot. Just... Read More
Friday Fashion Finds (8/21)
This week’s Hot Spot? One Shoulder Top by INC at Macy’s. I just did a post yesterday on how to wear the one shoulder trend casually. Now here is an expensive way to try it out. Normally $39, this top was on sale for $14.9; so throw it on with some... Read More
Do celebrities help to make value brands more desirable?
I just tweeted about this on twitter. Please vote. I’m dying to know what real people think. From Hamburger Helper to clothing lines, celebrities are used for all kinds of brands. But do you really think they use/wear/buy them? Does it influence you? Take the poll now, click... Read More
How to wear the one shoulder trend casually.
Have you been admiring celebrities in those great one shoulder dresses? You would love to wear the trend but don’t have anywhere fabulous to sport the look? Well, I say if you’ve got it “FLAUNT IT” even if it is only to the ice cream shop. But I know many... Read More
Shopping & Goodies Love Denim
We all wear it, denim that is. So we might as well get the best tips for wearing it, right? So check out all of the links. You might win a pair of jeans, learn a new trend, get the perfect fit or even the perfect makeup to wear with... Read More
Three tips for wearing a romper.
So I’ve written how to wear a romper (see post Can you wear the romper trend?), now I’m going to show you. Make sure you pay close attention because I show you how to measure your inseam too. Make sense? ... Read More
Will NYC location make JCPenney more fashionable?
Okay, I know you have all heard the buzz that after 107 years in business, JCPenney finally opened a store in the country’s fashion capital — NYC. JCPenney is striving to be the “department store of choice for the moderate-priced shopper” says JCPenney Chairman and CEO Myron E. (Mike) Ullman, III.... Read More
Men’s Jean Jackets Make a Comeback
If you are “of-age” then you remember wearing jean jackets to middle school. It was cool to don the boxy denim jacket with buttons from concerts of our favorite rock or R&B groups. Although you and I have entered a new life stage, far from the middle school years; the... Read More
Sample Sales This Week (8/16)
This post is courtesy of www.WWD.com and it is for all of you who have yet to sign up for online sample sales. Gilt Groupe Website Photo By Courtesy Photo Privacy clearly has its attractions. While online discounters such as Bluefly and Overstock have been around for years without impressive results, the online sample... Read More
Friday Fashion Finds (8/14)
Target calls them “Good Buy”, Kmart calls it a “Blue Light” special so what should I call it when I’ve got great deals for you…hmmmm? Ithought about “Good Blue” or “Buy Light” or even “Good Light” but I decided to call it “Hot Spot”! Why? Because I spotted it and... Read More
Shopping & Goodies (8/12)
A Few Goody Gumdrops tells you how to scoop a free Love Quotes Scarf! Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy professes her eternal love for Asian snacks Couture In The City shows us how to get Sienna Miller’s G.I. Joe look! diva in a carry on reminds you that there’s still time to... Read More
How to choose leggings.
I know, you think it doesn’t need to be said. How can someone not know how to pick out a pair of leggings: capri or long? Small, medium, or large? Color? What’s left? The most important thing — COVERAGE! Ladies, all leggings are not made equal. Take a look at the... Read More
Hooray by Cynthia Rowley — Classic-Styled Baby Basics with a Twist Available in Select Babies”R”Us Stores and Online
Don’t think of Babies”R”Us as the fashionable spot for your kid? Just more of the basic necessities? Well, they’ve now taken it up a notch…or several. They are adding an exclusive collection of fashion-forward baby products by distinguished designer Cynthia Rowley to their merchandise offerings. From distinctive layette,... Read More
Men’s Underwear Etiquette
From time to time a topic comes up that…well, just needs to be discussed. This week that topic is underwear. Ladies should not be the only ones that are concerned with “unmentionables”. (see the post Oops! Don’t Forget the Underwear) Men, we have a right (and a duty) to pay attention... Read More
Sample Sales this Week (8/10)
Have you joined any of the online sample sale sites yet? What are you waiting on? This week there are deals on Adrienne Vittadini, Black Halo (you’ll see me sporting one of their sexy dresses in an upcoming podcast), BCBG, Laundry, and even Urban Decay cosmetics — who... Read More
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