When high-end designers collide with budget-friendly department stores, now that is fashion harmony! Just in time for the holiday season, chic meets cheap as designers like Oscar de la Renta, Maison Martin Margiela, Narciso Rodriguez, Nicole Richie, Brian Atwood and Lela Rose join fashion forces with Target, Kohl’s, H&M, Macy’s and more. Gift your fashion-fueled friends with haute high-low pieces... CONTINUE READING 10

Sure, it may be October already, but if you're like us, you still have no desire or energy to shuffle all those beloved summer styles all the way to the back of your closet in favor of a chilly weather wardrobe. Instead, why not save time, money and some sanity by taking those very summertime staples and making them fit... CONTINUE READING 11

Want to be fall ready without breaking the bank? We've got the most popular runway trends of the season without a decidedly less than designer fee! Check out what colors are making a statement, finding out what "It" bags are creating a buzz and what items are worth the splurge and which to steal. LEATHER Leather is an on-going fall trend that... CONTINUE READING 10

Did you watch the Academy Awards? The Artist won two of the top prizes—Best Picture and Lead Actor—plus several additional Oscars! The film was much buzzed about due to its black-and-white/silent properties. Naturally I was taken with the vintage, Old-Hollywood looks—tuxes for the men; pin-curls, pearls, furs, and lots of drop waist, flapper-style dresses for the ladies. Although the... CONTINUE READING 5

Winter is in full swing, but that doesn’t mean you have to be confined to wearing pants only. Break out those opaque and patterned tights and don a fabulous winter skirt! Nothing says luxe like velvet. This Frenchi Pleated Velvet Miniskirt ($42 on Nordstrom.com) comes in a rich bronze-colored velvet, with feminine box pleats to give it some girlie fullness. It... CONTINUE READING 8

New Year's Eve has always been my favorite holiday. It may just be the excuse to get dressed up and wear something sparkly, but I love the festive feeling in the air, and the excitement of an incoming new year! Here are my top picks to wear for NYE and other holiday occasions: Black You can never go wrong with an LBD... CONTINUE READING 8

Can you believe it’s November already? That means Thanksgiving and all those holiday parties are just around the corner! Finding the perfect dress is easy—you can always rock an LBD—but picking the perfect bag is the key to completing your look. Check out some of my top, affordable evening bag picks for the holiday season (psst: put our mini makeup... CONTINUE READING 13

When you're getting ready for a date, there are so many elements to think about: hair, makeup and...what to wear. These one-piece wonders allow you to take the pressure off putting together the best top with your favorite jeans or finding a skirt that matches your new blouse. Dresses are easy-breezy, allowing you to focus on the date itself, whether... CONTINUE READING 20

Suits deliver a sophisticated look for our professional lives, but sometimes the styles can be man-ish and drab. So, in honor of Women's Small Business Month and the many businesswomen who suit up every day, I'm bringing you sassy and bold work separates. Take a peek and see if you won’t be rocking one of these for your next job interview... CONTINUE READING 19

It’s that time of year again! It may be blazing hot outside, but fall fashion is already on everyone’s minds. In honor of today's Most Fashionable Girlfriend (have you voted in the National Girlfriend Awards yet?), here are my top 10 trends for fall 2011 (many of which you can start wearing now!) and where to buy them for under... CONTINUE READING 41