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Baby on Surf Board: Summer Pregnancy Style

June 4, 2012 No group is probably more aware that summer is almost here than pregnant women. Carrying around an extra life and having uncontrollable hormonal fluctuations in the summer heat is less than appealing. No matter how high the air conditioner is on—and it  is on, I swear—cooling off is a constant struggle. While…

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Kick Up Your Heels for Fall Shoe Trends

August 27, 2020 Ready or not the fall is fast approaching. Soon stores—both brick and mortar and online—will offer up styles to feel festive, stylish, and ready for the cool, crisp fall season. There is one fall fashion fact that hasn’t changed despite the fact that we are currently living in the upside-down. The boot…

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Kate & Meghan See Red! This Spring’s Hottest Color.

April 9, 2020 It’s no secret that Royals Kate Middleton and Megan Markle are super influencers when it comes to fashion and trends. Despite their differences, the looks each one creates frequently sell out within moments of either of them appearing before cameras or out in public. Now both women are seeing red—making it clear that this…

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How to Wear the 1950s Trend Without Looking Like a Vintage Barbie

May 5, 2020 History repeats itself. That is a fact. Fashion repeats itself too. Just go look through my teenage daughter’s closet. It is chock full of 90s fashion throwbacks like windbreakers, high-waisted jeans, combat boots, and sunflower prints. I wasn’t, and I am still not ready, for my own teen decade to repeat itself quite so…

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4 Ways to Wear The Shift Dress: Spring’s Stand-Out Silhouette

March 12, 2013 If you’re wondering what this season’s go-to dress style is, it looks like the shift is definitely it. Because of its clean lines and simple design, you can go really bold with your accessories – whether it’s a bright shoe or stacking bangle bracelets. A shift dress is also easy to layer if…

Mittens or Gloves? Which One is Best and Why?
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Mittens or Gloves? Which One is Best and Why?

December 12, 2019 Now that the weather has started to turn cold and snow flurries have arrived, it’s time to haul out the winter outerwear. Jackets, snow boots, hats, scarves, mittens, and gloves come out of the closet again. But, when winter is at its coldest, should you reach for mittens or gloves? The earliest…

Achieving The Look of ‘The Artist’ Without Having To Be One
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Achieving The Look of ‘The Artist’ Without Having To Be One

April 19, 2012 My husband and I settled into our theater seats for a little escape from reality (we have twin baby boys so an occasional escape is necessary) and were all set for the silent-movie phenomenon that is ‘The Artist.’ Of course, I ruined the vibe of silence the minute Peppy Miller (played by…

5 Shoe Trends You Need to Know About
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5 Shoe Trends You Need to Know About

November 9, 2016 Taking a cue from the denim evolution, the new fashion trends show that shoes can also come in a variety of styles and that almost anything goes today. For fall and winter, expect a lot of booties and over-the-knee (OTK) style boots as everyday essentials. Heels are morphing into nineties-inspired silhouettes and the menswear-inspired…

Fourth of July Outfit Ideas: What to Wear on Independence Day
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Fourth of July Outfit Ideas: What to Wear on Independence Day

July 2, 2013 Dressing in red, white and blue can be tricky. You don’t want to go overboard and look like a giant American flag with legs, but you do want to look stylish and celebrate the holiday with a cute outfit. Whether you’re celebrating with friends and family at a backyard barbecue, sitting on…

3 Bathing Suit Trends for 2013 and How to Wear Them This Summer
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3 Bathing Suit Trends for 2013 and How to Wear Them This Summer

May 7, 2013 It’s time to talk bathing suits ladies … please don’t cringe. The summer weather is rolling in and your kids are going to ask for some pool time soon, whether you’re ready or not. Maybe some talk of the 2013 bathing suit trends will have you ready to shed those winter clothes, sit poolside and start…

3 Ways to Wear This Summer’s Hottest Colors
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3 Ways to Wear This Summer’s Hottest Colors

April 9, 2013 The Pantone color report for Summer Fashion 2013 has been released and the colors are absolutely amazing. From coral and teal, to yellow and purple – these are the colors you should be looking for when you shop for those new summer ensembles. The great thing about these colors is you can wear them alone or…