Trend Love: One Shoulder Style

I'm seeing trend alerts everywhere for one shoulder top and dress styles, but seriously...the one shoulder look is a personal fave...one that I've rocked since high school (maybe even middle school?).

Here are some of my current faves:

Old Navy - Women's Ruffled One Shoulder Top - $9.99 (on sale from $22.50)


ModCloth - High Tide Dress - $74.99


Maggy London One Shoulder Dress - $128 (via nordstrom.com)


Foley + Corinna Zigzag Jersey Asymmetrical Dress - $212.50 (on sale from $425 via shopbop.com)

What do you think of the one shoulder look?

NOTE: images from oldnavy.com, modcloth.com, nordstrom.com, and shopbop.com

Urban Outfitters Does Summer Scarves for 2008

I've always liked layers - mostly b/ I tend to get cold easily and need to pile extra layers over my original outfit to stay warm. Yes, this even happens in the summer when I enter a store/restaurant/whatever that has set its thermostat to "icebox." I think some of you know what I'm talking about.  Anywho, I've also really been feeling all the layers the celebs have been sporting over the past few seasons - even the Summer Scarf (click here for a couple celeb shots). It seems a little odd to me that for as much as I love regular scarves, I don't have a single summer scarf...not yet at least. I'm planning to head to the mall over the next week or so to get those jeans we've been talking about and in the interest of my new-super-tight-budget, I'm hoping to stick to only one store - Urban Outfitters (hopefully that one pair of jeans will be the one and I won't have to look around too much).

I've found a few super-cute scarves in their online boutique I'm hoping to scope out once I'm "in store":

Pash Like Scarf - $20
A great starter-scarf for someone just wanting to try out the trend. Also a great basic color (currently available in 2 more colors online)


Supernova Scarf - $24
Fun colors - love the touch of sparkle throughout


Ombre Linen Oblong - $19.99 (from $28)
You had me at turquoise...and ombre


Coin Fringe Square Scarf - $38
The plaid will make a great segue into Fall 2008

After proof-reading this, I was reminded that I actually do have one summer-esque scarf shown here (click).  I wore it to an outdoor event some time last year when it was a tad warm and everyone kept asking me if I was cold.  lol.

Would you/Do you rock the Summer Scarf?

NOTE: images by urbanoutfitters.com

Trend Alert: Cutout Sunglasses for Spring 2008

Designers are going cutout-crazy for Spring 2008. First, we had the cutout wedges, now we have the cutout sunglasses. Here are the best cutout sunglasses I could find on the web (for some reason they jumped from under $100 to over $300 - I couldn't find anything in between!):


Forever 21 H81 1674 Sunglasses - $9.90


Calvin Klein Open Temple Sunglasses - $58.00

*My personal fave*

Dolce & Gabbanna - $330


Tom Ford 'Whitney' Open Side Sunglasses - $360

Does anyone have a Sunglass Hut coupon so I can get those fabulous Dolce & Gabbannas??

NOTE: Images by respective sites

Trend Alert: Cutout Wedges for Spring 2008

How cool are these cutout wedges popping up for various spring shoe collections? I saw them on eluxury tonight and figured there must be more on the web. A quick web search turned up the usual - only high-priced designer versions. Why can't mainstream America keep up with the designers? It seems whenever something new and unusual hits the runway or high-end stores, it takes everyone else months, if not years to catch up? I did find a couple more wedges with cut-outs less than $100, but as I thought they were super fugly, I'll spare you the details. Here are the good ones I found:


Kors by Michael Kors - Danger Patent Wedges - $230
Super cute and pretty simple overall - it would be easy to pull off a look with these shoes...easy on the eyes...and easier on the pocket than the next two.


Sigerson Morrison - Belle - $315
Love the light and airy feel of these shoes...I'd definitely rock these with a flowy white skirt come spring...I mean, I would if I could actually afford them right now.


Stella McCartney - Crocheted Wedge - $1,095
I haven't figured out why these are so expensive, but I'm guessing that they were crocheted by a high-end consultant who charges outrageous hourly rates for their expertise crochet skills and that the material used in the crocheted part is interlaced with 20K gold...that's all I've got. What? You have a better idea? lol

NOTE: images by net-a-porter.com, shopbop.com, and neimanmarcus.com respectively

Navy for Every Budget: Spring 2008

It seems like navy has been showing up as a popular spring color for at least a year or so now, yet it can be a hard color to find in stores. This season, shops have picked up the pace by offering a lot more options for every price range. Personally, I love the navy look - paired with bright melon or green, or just white for a nautical look - it's a great alternative to black when worn right. Here are some of my picks from the web:


Old Navy - Women's Braided Trim Keyhole Tanks - $14.50


Forever 21 - 3Q Cotton Jacket - $29.50


J Crew - Chino 3" Shorts - $39.50


Gap - Belted 3/4-sleeve dress - $49.50


Anthropologie - Scalloped Linen Skirt - $68


Banana Republic - Silk-blend pleated dress - $108


Marc by Marc Jacobs - Ace of Spades Bikini - $158


Alberta Ferretti - Satin Platform Sandal - $575.00


Stella McCartney - Soft Patent Saddle Bag - $845

Note: Images/items by respective web sites/companies

A Little Shoulder - A Lotta Sexy

I'm such a huge fan of one-shoulder tops, whether they be on dresses or just tops-I think they're fab. Most importantly (for me), I think they accentuate my shoulders nicely, which is good for me, b/c I find my shoulders wide and awkward at times...maybe the one-shoulder strappy thing hides the fact that my shouldesr are wide? Stupid gymnastics! I dunno...what I do know is that I am so happy the one shoulder look is "in" again! I've seen a few on the runways, but not too many in the stores yet...maybe they'll come out in full force when we get closer to spring? I'll cross my fingers. In the meantime, here are some I found online:


As U Wish Juniors Gold Metallic One Shoulder Dress - $34.99 (from $58)


Red by Marc Ecko One-Shoulder Print Dress - $59


Maggy London One Shoulder Silk Dress - $138


bebe Sexy One Shoulder Dress - $149


LaROK Cleo One Shoulder Dress - $198


YAYA AFLALO black jersey 'Noir' one-shoulder dress $198 (from $330)


Carmen Marc Valvo One-Shoulder Taffeta Dress $565

Of course, you guys know me and my unlucky skill of always picking out the most expensive item of a rack...the Carmen Marc Valvo is my fave. Just look at the back of this!

Sexy and classy all in one chic package...it doesn't get much better than this. Hmm...maybe I should get this one for my rehearsal dinner?

NOTE: Images/items by respective web sites

5 Fall Trends Under $50

Well fellow shopaholics, I must sadly announce that I've put myself on a serious shopping budget...boooooo! I'm working on paying off a credit card, and so I must watch my spending for awhile. That being said, I can still shop! Yay! I just have to be very budget conscious. I actually find budget shopping pretty fun - it's a great challenge to me to find awesome clothes at super affordable prices...not to mention I'm a firm believer in the idea to "Buy classic quality, but trendy cheap." So, fellow budget fashionistas, I bring you 5 Fall Trends Under $50:

Gray Skinny Jeans - $29.50 (a two-for-one - the color gray and skinny jeans)

Old Navy - Women's Classic Rise Skinny - "The Sweetheart" Colored Jeans (Image/Item Oldnavy.com

Big Bangles - $24

Sequin Faceted Bracelet (Image/Item Nordstrom.com)

Wide-Leg Pants - $49.50

Solid tab-front Wide Leg Pants (Image/Item gap.com)

Patent Peep-Toe Platforms - $49.99 (three-for-one: patent, peep-toes, platforms)

Jessica Simpson Alaqua Patent Leather Slingbacks (Image/Item smartbargains.com)

Plaid - $29.99

Isaac Mizrahi for Target® TRS Godet Pleated Skirt - Brown Plaid (Image/Item target.com)

Happy Shopping!

Colored Hosiery: Must Shop or Must Not?

Not sure if you've noticed or not yet, but colored hosiery is popping up left and right for Fall 2007. What do you think? Is it too over-the-top for you or right up your alley? If I got colored tights (which I probably will), I'd probably start with purple:

American Apparel RSAPH Opaque Pantyhose - $14 (available in many more colors

There's been a lot of buzz on the blogosphere over these and while I've seen them done well in a couple outfits, I just don't think I'm this brave:

American Apparel RSAC306 Gold Lame Leggings - $40

Are colored-hosiery a "Must Shop" or a "Must Not" for you? Are you brave enough to try the gold lame leggings?

NOTE: Images by AmericanApparel.com

Gorgeous Grays for Fall 2007

This post was pretty popular for this past summer (click), so since the gray tones will carry through to fall as a hot trend, I figured I'd pick some new items as Gorgeous Grays for Fall 2007:

Kate Spade Georgia - platform suede pumps - image and item from zappos.com
*I think I might have to have these...if nothing else, don't be surprised if you see them on my Must Shop List*


Vince Empire Smock Dress - sweater dress - image/item from shopbop.com


Miss Sixty 'Blinky' Stretch Denim Trousers - skinny jeans - image/item from Nordstrom.com


MARC by MARC JACOBS 'Totally Turnlock - Faridah' Hobo Bag - gray purse - image/item from Nordstrom.com

Must Shop: Booties for Fall 2007

Not sure if anyone's noticed the new "My Must Shop List" to the right side of the blog, but one item I'm loving most right now are Booties. I'm completely obsessed with this latest must-have, meaning that I simply must shop for the perfect pair. Here are some of my faves:

(click image to enlarge - Blogger shrunk my image!)
Images and items from
Christian Louboutin - NeimanMarcus.com
Anne Klein NY - Zappos.com
BCBGirls - Nordstrom.com
Michael Michael Kors - Zappos.com
Moschino Cheap & Chic - shopbop.com

What do the Booties rate on the Must-Shop Meter?

I gave this trend a 3 due to uber-trendiness. This look isn't for everyone, but if you decide to rock the booties, be sure to rock them with confidence...You'll be the trendiest girl on the block with these bad boys!

I've narrowed my faves (within reason...sorry Louboutin) to these:

Which ones should I get? Does anyone know if Zappos has a good return policy if they don't fit? I hate ordering online, but the free overnight shipping rocks!

Shop Trends With Saks Want It! Picks

Sak's is working hard to make your life easier. Not only are some of the season's latest trends spelled out for you, but Saks groups trendy clothing and accessories by each category to simplify your trend-shopping.

Here's a sneak peek:


Click here to shop Sak's Want It! Picks

Get free shipping on orders over $150 by using promo code WANTIT at checkout! Offer good through March 25!

Here are my picks of the Want It! Picks:

You know I love the Louboutins!
Christian Louboutin Peep-toe Platform Slingbacks


Ooh...so sexy!
Streets Ahead double-buckle Stretch Belt


Just haute for spring!
Cynthia Steffe Belted Short Shorts

*All images and items from saks.com

Spring/Summer 2007 Must-Have: Day Clutch

You probably have at least one night time clutch in your closet, but with the day clutch rising to the forefront of Spring and Summer 2007 trends, you may need to make room for a new style of clutch. Here are some I've seen while shopping:


J Crew - Straw and faux-patent Avignon clutch - $78
Image and item from Jcrew.com


Michael Michael Kors "Big Valley" Flap - $188
Image and item from macys.com


Cole Haan - Taran Straw Collection Clutch - $195 - This is my favorite! If I get any day clutch, this will be the one!
Image and item from colehaan.com