Take A Dip!

Dip dyed clothes and even accessories have come back in full force this season! And they are more versatile than ever. You are now seeing not only bright colors being dip dyed but also darker shades so this is a trend that you can find both in day and evening wear! I will show you a variety of both!

Here is my first pick of the day this shaded magenta skirt from Express for $49.50. You could easily play on the bright or dark side of this skirt depending on the time of day or occasion!



How about accessorizing with this dip dyed scarf? Available in three colors, it would style up a crisp white t shirt or tank easily! This one from Kmart for $6.39.



My next three selections are a little more pricey than I like BUT I feel they are totally worth it if you have something special coming up or a little extra cash saved!

I think this dress is amazingly chic! The roped look of the straps is a great detail and sort of gives this dress the "goddess" look. This dress is $169.99 from Bluefly.




Next up I chose this truly elegant silk top available at Nordstrom's for $98. This piece also has the twisted straps and the graduation of colors is like a feast for the eyes!






And finally...for my last piece I chose a stunningly shiny bag! The shading is splendid! Made by Guess and costs $115.





Wasn't that fun? Another great reason why I think this will be one of the best years in fashion yet!

Get Inspired By Nature!

Birds, butterflies, trees and more! They are all part of nature and they are all finding their way to adorn our wears! Everything from shoes, jewelry and dresses.

I happen to be partial to birds...in particular swallows! There is a lot of pretty jewelry out there decorated with these little guys. Check out these cute locket earrings from Target for $17.99.

What about these adorable peep hole pumps covered with a leafy jungle print! Three different colors to choose from and available at Charlotte Russe for $22.99.


Give this butterfly scarf a try with a khaki colored shirt dress to snazz it up a bit. An absolute steal at $5.80 from Forever 21.




Check out this amazing tree patterned dress from Delia's. Its light cotton material is just what is needed on a hot summer day! Price tag: $39.50




And finally I found this spectacular wallet from Urban Outfitters for $36. I love the cool sumi ink inspired watercolor print in the background but most of all I LOVE the gold snake especially because his tail wraps around the entire wallet and also serves its purpose as the snap closure! How innovative :)



Now that's a pretty easy trend to incorporate into your lifestyle...don't you think? Especially if you have a fondness for a particular creature, flower, etc. If nature makes it you are bound to find it on an article of clothing or a pair of earrings or something you can wear! So get looking!

April Showers...

...bring May flowers! Ok, so it is not yet April but it is quickly approaching and with these rainy months you will need essential spring outerwear. Most importantly you will need a trench coat! The iconic trench coat is a spring classic and will forever return. However, we are seeing some real unique takes on the old stand by and here are a few of my absolute favorite trench coats for this season.

First up is this one from NY & Co. This coat is the traditional style double-breasted trench but it is available in a fun vibrant blue which makes it perfect for this spring. Even better is that it is $49.95!




Ready for a real twist? Check out this great trench coat from Target. The best part of this coat is that it has a superb funnel neck which makes it completely different and not to mention it is in vivid red! This one is $69.99.



Here is an unbelievable deal once again from Forever 21. This is a great variation of a classic black trench first of all it is all satin and secondly it has dramatic puffy sleeves! $34.80 for this one!




My final selection is this one from Tulle. It nicely incorporates the ruffle trend without being to frilly. $85 and available in three colors.



There are so many great choices when shopping for a trench coat! I hope you enjoyed some of these great finds. When you have a lovely coat like one of these you won't mind all the rain so much!

Add Some Height!

Wedges continue to be a popular choice for the upcoming seasons. With so many varieties and styles you can easily spice up your outfit with the right wedge shoe. Not to mention they add great height and length to your legs....and who doesn't love the comfort of a wedge heel?

There are so many to choose from so I had an extra hard time trying to narrow down my selections but here are my top five all over best picks!

First up are these from Sears for $35.99. With basic black you can never go wrong! I love that the cork heel also has a little black block of color as well.



How about a splash of color? Red shoes can easily transform a nice outfit into a fantastic one! These are from Piperlime and are $40!





For something really fun try these satin shoes from Victoria's Secret. They come in two amazing patterns and also black and white. $49 each.



Nothings says summer like white sandals! Plus the detailing on the heels of these shoes makes them unique! Give these a try for $22.99 from Payless.



My absolute favorite pair would have to be these from Baker's. I adore their color and material but most of all the peak hole in the heel! Gorgeous! On sale for $49.99!



That's my round up for today! So, give you feet a break from stilettos and try some wedges! It's beginning to be that time of year again!

It's Simple Geometrics!

Squares, circles, triangles, octagons! Anything goes with the new graphic prints that you are seeing everywhere nowadays! Geometry never looked so good! So enjoy it while it lasts and find your perfectly bold top or dress.

For my list of favorites let's start off with this tunic from Old Navy. It's flashy but also very feminine. Best part it's $12.99!




For a very mod look try this light tunic from Express. With this top you still have the great graphic print but it's not as vibrant in color which makes it less intimidating for some. This top is $59.50.




Why don't you give a dress a try with an eye-catching pattern? This great dress from Target has an amazing circular pattern and in black and white it is sure to stay in style for quite some time. Only $26.99!





My final selection is this silk blouse from bebe. Its stunning cubic print ties in nicely with the braided waistband. Truly elegant; however, a bit more expensive at $79.



I hope this has given you some ideas on some geometric styles you may like to try. Until next time...enjoy a little abstraction!

Flower Power!

How about adding just a dash of floral to your getup? Spring is most definitely upon us and nothing gets us more amped up about its arrival than seeing the first blooms. So...speed up the process start accessorizing with blossoming designs.

The best part about these picks? These never wither and die!

First up is this great cocktail ring from Urban Outfitters is $18. It makes a great focal point and the soft rose hue could match up with several outfits.




Another gorgeous option is this brooch with small yellow floret accents. This one can be found at Long Hair Girl Accessories for $11.99.




Love the timeless strand of pearls? Than you should try the trendy and modern version like this Y necklace from Kohl's for $22. Sweet and delicate with the added porcelain rosebud.








My final selection is a steal at $7.99 this fancy flower hair pin is the perfect accessory. Available in nine different colors. This piece is also from Long Hair Girl.




There ya have it folks! A little bit of everything today. I hope you find something that interests you. Spring is just around the corner....

Wrap These Scarves Around A Cozy Spring!

Just because warmer days are approaching us doesn't mean that the scarf is on vacation! Actually scarves are becoming increasingly popular for spring and summer.

Think your outfit is looking boring? Add a little zip with a colored or patterned scarf.
There are plenty of light and crisp scarves to choose from and here is my list of favorite picks!

This first scarf is single colored and comes in vivid shades of yellow, green and blue. The sheer crinkled texture is ideal for warmer climates. It's long and could be wrapped in countless varieties...use your imagination! Available at Ann Taylor loft for $29!



Want a printed scarf? Try this one from Old Navy. It's available in several bright and geometric patterns. I am partial to this one in brown and pink. Only $9.50!!!


Looking for a more natural toned scarf? Check this find from Delia's for $12.50!



And for my final pick a more traditional scarf which you can try out all your scarf tying techniques. This one is an airy cotton/silk blend and the poppy design is perfect for spring.




Not sure how to tie a scarf? Check out some online tips here.

Those are my affordable and adorable scarf picks of the day. So experiment and have fun with them. They are a great way to turn a lackluster outfit stylish!

My Favorite Thing About Spring '08 Fashion Is...

COLOR! And I'm not talking about muted pastels that seem to only look good on egg shells. This spring is all about bright, vibrant, shocking colors!

Why not add some royal blue, canary yellow or fiery red to your spring attire? It's a delightful change and very simple to incorporate into your spring wardrobe.
Scared to take the plunge into the colorful world? Start small....like perhaps some eye-catching shoes.

I love these fabulously shiny shoes from Newport News! They will make a plain old outfit pop! They come in a variety of colors and the best part is that they are only $25




Give the typical bland jacket a twist and buy one in a canary yellow. Like this one from Target. Only $24.99! An inexpensive item with tons of potential! Pair it with you favorite jeans for a cute spring look.




How about a crisp cobalt tunic that you can easily dress up or down with some added accessories.
This on is from Forever21 and only $19.80!






A colorful clutch is the perfect way to kick up your simple black dress a notch or two. Try this vivid red clutch from Target. It's only $22.99 and you are bound to find countless uses for it.


Dresses featuring spring blooms in bold colors are what you will be seeing as the "it" dress of the season. Though I am trying to provide you with incredible deals I still have to include this magnificent dress. Though the price is not too unsightly it is still more on the expensive side. Made by BCBG and available at Bloomingdals. Price tag: $158. But worth every cent!





So there it is an overview of my favorite thing about Spring '08 fashion. So give your pastels a break and try on some brights!

Welcome My Fashionable Friends!

This blog is going to be a basic how-to in terms of incorporating fashion trends and fashion classics into your life! I will be offering my opinions on the must-have pieces, accessories etc. that will happily boost you into fashiondom.
My blog is for the everyday fashionista who wants to keep up with the ever-changing fashion world but would also like to find items that won't leave you stealing quarters from your child's piggy bank!
Fear not I will do the research for you and scout out tons of reasonably priced must haves!
My entries will have the latest trends and samples of each. See something you like...click on the link and you are ready to purchase them.
So please be on the look out for my first fashion alert where I will discuss my favorite thing about Spring '08 fashion!