Boutique 9 Alanee Pump

Dear Girlfriends,

With the winter season in full gear {just was snowing in metropolitan DC last evening}; we are all ready for some color beyond the dull gray, brown and black some of us tend to wear during the winter months.  Instead try a pop of color on your feet this winter.  Its guaranteed to make you feel better – its a trend you will love and it’ll make you feel good as well.

Here are some vibrant heels to consider; have some fun!

Bring a pop of bright color to your looks with these fun Deviaate platform pumps from Steve Madden. In rich purple suede, they feature a stylish peep toe and ankle strap for a unique touch.

Steve Madden Fierse Pump

From Vince Camuto, a cool-blue heel and glacial-grey platform lift an icy-chic slingback pump.

Betty Pump by Gucci

Twinkling metallic accents spotlight the triple temptation of a mary-jane platform pump supported by a feminine wrapped heel.

Vince Camuto Mazin Pump

A dash of complementary color jolts across the concealed platform of a peep-toe pump set on an angled-cut heel for geometric glam.

A color-blocked platform and wrapped heel boost an architectural sandal structured with a crisply cutout vamp.

A wrapped heel and platform lift a round-toe pump shaped from high-gloss patent leather.

Jessica Simpson Evannan Platform

and wrapping these up!  I found this! Eye-catching flare at the back intensifies a precocious pump with a high hidden platform.

Girlfriends, don’t be blah this winter – embrace the season and give your feet something to smile about – you’ll be fab in colored pumps.

Until the next style adventure,

Monica

Dior Peep Toe Platform Pump

Wearing romantic lace this fall is not only a great style value, these artfully crafted peekaboo numbers are all musts and no fuss this season.

Here are some style we found while out shopping;

Bouquet Lace Top; coming from designer Nanette Lepore, this lace blouse features a V-neck and a 6-button closure and scalloped lace trim. Ribbon bows at front and 2″ straps.

Lace Inset Top; this wide-neck silk top features lace insets at the bust and at the ruched 5-button cuffs.Featuring long sleeves and semi-sheer.

Long Sleeve Lace Dress: This floral lace dress features pearl buttons at the turtleneck and cuffs. Subtle smocking at waist. Sheer long sleeves. Slip dress lining.

Puff Sleeve Dress: This scoop-neck jersey dress features a lace back panel and a bow detail at the removable lace belt. Circle skirt. Gathered elastic at waist and cuffs. Short puff sleeves.

Trench Coat with Lace Trim: This double-breasted trench coat features peek-a-boo, ruffled tulle and lace trim at the hem. Hook-and-eye closure at fold-over collar. Storm flap and 6-button closure. Button-tab epaulets. Vertical hip pockets. Featuring ruching at waist, box pleats and buttoned strap at back, removable self-belt and strap details at cuffs. !

We can’t wait to rock this trend.

Nanette Lepore

Lace Inset Top

Trench Coat with Lace Trim

Long Sleeve Dress

Puff Sleeve Dress

We’ve been on the trend watch and funky plaid is one to watch.  A far cry from the prep school prints of yesterday, the classic check has been revamped {Essence Magazine}.

Here are some style selections my girlfriends and I found during our weekend of trend watching!

We saw these Sonia Rykiel Plaid Trim Pants; these knit wool skinny pants feature plaid tweed trim and faux back pockets. Vertical and horizontal seams at legs. Elastic insets at stirrups. Extended-tab, double-snap closure. There were even dresses in funky plaid. This scoop-neck plaid dress features leather trim and a handkerchief hem. Leather vest overlay ties at waist. 1.25″ straps. Double-layered at front.

Sonia Rykiel Plaid Trim Pants

Gleaner's Tank Dress

And this haute hat from Eugenia Kim, tweed hat features a suede tie at the earflaps. In need of a fall tote or handbag? This oversized plaid wool bag features leather trim and a detachable luggage tag. Snap-flap pockets at front and zip pocket at back. Metal feet and brass hardware. Double rolled handles and detachable shoulder strap. Zip main compartment closure. Lined interior features zip pocket and 2 patch pockets.

Eugenia Kim Trapper Hat

Luggage Bag

If you didn’t know if before you know it now. Skirts are a big hit this fall season and this plaid wool skirt features solid trim. Patch hip pockets. Hidden side zip.

Plaid Pencil Skirt

Girlfriends, this plaid blazer features a notched collar and flap hip pockets. 2-button closure. Double back vents and 2-button cuffs. Seam details at long sleeves.

Plaid Blazer

We all walked away loving this piece!  From Sass & Bride, the Art of Love plaid jacket. This collarless plaid jacket features a ruched peplum and a tie at the waist. Features light padding at shoulders, long sleeves and lined.

Art of Plaid Jacket

Don’t forget your plaid this season!

Herringbone Midi Coat

Dear Girlfriends,

We are finding that herringbone coats are a key option for coats this season.  Herringbone coats can be fashionable and affordable, framing your silhouette and keeps you warm.  Here are some options we found while on our search;

• A black herringbone pattern defines this Steve Madden women’s coat. The front features toggle closures for classic appeal.
• This midi-herringbone coat, double-breasted tweed jacket features a notched collar and a 6-button closure. Flap pockets at sides and vent at back. Cuffed long sleeves and lined.
• Elizabeth and James stamps its signature sartorial edge on the classic herringbone coat with ribbed-jersey sleeves and a cutout leather belt. Elizabeth and James double-breasted coat: gray herringbone wool-blend, notch collar, long ribbed-jersey sleeves, detachable buckled leather belt, front flap pockets, pleated seam detail, fully lined.
• Felted winter shawl coat from Funktional. Features over-sized shawl styling with piped edging, foldover collar, all over herringbone print, hidden waist pockets, and wide leather waist belt.
• Double breasted front closure. Oversized collar can be worn as hood or pulled over shoulders. Ties at waist. Two front slit pockets. Hits at thigh. Fully lined.

See didn’t we tell you, searching for the perfect herringbone coats can be fabulous.  We had a great time shopping and scouring for you all.

Until the next time,

Monica

Cascade Herring Coat

Belted Herringbone Coat with Hood

Elizabeth and James Belted Herringbone

Have you started planning for your end of summer/fall wardrobe? My girlfriends and I are! At least we are thinking of what we need for the season. Finding the perfect pencil skirt as we transition for summer chic to a polished fall season is first on our list.

These are a few of our favorite pencil skirts!

• Tailored skirt, featuring, a wrap over style, form fitting design, high waistline, with button fastening, and a midi length.
  

  Button Wrap Pencil Skirt

• Fishtail pencil skirt, featuring a variegated stripe finish with a high waistband, slim fit styling and a ruffle trim fishtail hem.

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  Stripe Fishtail Pencil Skirt

  Origami pencil skirt, featuring a fitted waist, an asymmetric folded detail to the side, and a zip fastening and seam split to reverse, all in a straight fitted style.

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  Ponti Origami Pencil Skirt

  Cotton pencil skirt, featuring a deep fitted waistband with a high asymmetric side split, tailored knee length styling, contoured seams and a concealed zip fastening to the reverse.

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  Skinny Pleated Fishtail Pencil

  Knee length skirt, featuring a high waistline, form fitting shape, and a pleat detail fish tail hem, with a concealed zip fastening to reverse, in a stretch finish.

Extreme Slit Pencil Skirt

Finding the perfect pencil skirt is a fashion thought you and your girlfriends should consider – get ready and plan for the rest of the summer in summer chic and prepare for a polished fall!

We are all trying to find ways to save money during this economic season!  And what better way than to discover fashions that are fun, chic and affordable.  Explore the latest fashion trends, join the conversation and discover how you can add the latest looks to create your own personal style.

Kmart Fashion This Spring!

We’d love to know what kinds of trends you’re exciting about this Spring!

Until the next style adventure,

Monica

• Get red-carpet worthy style with this chic cuff by Kenneth Jay Lane. Multiple strands of woven mesh come together with a magnetic snap closure.
• The Lucite logo cuff is an essential piece in the Tory Burch wardrobe. Throw it on with a t-shirt or an evening outfit.
• Gold look cut out detail cuff, diameter 65mm by Freedom at Topshop.
• The Liza cuff by Blydesign features a blooming bouquet of lucite roses delicately crafted in a soft shade of ivory. This stunning piece has the look and feel of a one-of-a-kind antique find. This brass cuff is the perfect accent piece to show off your feminine style.
• High polish cuff that features a pressed detail middle and faceted opaque beads.
• Dramatic gemstones and architectural bands of metal converge to create this bold cuff bracelet from BCBGeneration. Slide this cuff bracelet on to bring edge to simple ensembles.

From hammered metal to bright contrasting colors, the cuff is the “it look” of the moment – grab yours today!

Leopard print handbags can easily work well with a casual daytime look, a night time look, and even a business look.  We love that our fellow fashionistas can keep their outfits simple and use their bags as a statement piece.  We really dig animal print bags, and think this is a great piece for any fall wardrobe.

Richly textured calf hair patterned in a striking leopard print comprises a sophisticated satchel fronted with a casually sculpted nappa-leather bow.  Tactile calf hair lends trend-right texture to a leopard-print tote punctuated with gleaming dome studs.

Vince Camuto Handbag Wild at Heart

Leather handles and a chunky chain-detailed shoulder strap top the chic style.  The Fling is everything that the name conjures and more. Its the go-to style for occasions from red carpet to impromptu dance party for celebs like Shanae Grimes, who was spotted in her leopard Fling at Fashion’s Night Out in NYC!

Offering patterns in either delicate or bold print, chic leopard print handbags are available in all the current styles. When you think of a leopard print purse, typically the hues of brown and black leopard spots come to mind. Some prints are more subtle than others, but all are stylish and fashion forward in my opinion.  Check out this find from Vince Camuto; as the designer teams rich suede with leopard calf hair and textured patent leather in this striking flap bag. Rebecca Minkoff Leopard Fling

Valention Satchel

MK Kors Leopard Print Tote

Or consider a refined leopard-print design distinguishes a chic, textured calf hair satchel topped with double handles.

Chloé 'Aurore - Printed Leo' Calf Hair Satchel

Handbag trends come and go, but the leopard print is here to stay. After all, leopard print bags have been around for a long time and they will continue to be crowd pleasers.

Until the next style adventure,

Monica