First-Class Flats

While strutting your stuff and showing your glam gams may be all you can think about when it comes to Spring/Summer, don't forget sometimes your feet need as much R&R as you do.  Give them a break in any one of these pairs of fabulous and flirty flats!

"You can do anything you want, but don't step on my blue suede shoes"

"Chain Chain Chain" no way you could be a fool with flats!

"Chain Chain Chain" no way you could be a fool with flats!

Must have moccasins!

Bold buckles bring out simple style savvy

Bold buckles bring out simple style savvy

Voulez-vous porter...

I'm not going to lie, one of the trends I'm most looking forward to this Spring is the tres chic look of French Charm! Delicate laces, vintage florals,scalloped hems, and chambray are fluently and fashionably d'insperation fraçaise.

Everything about this look says subtle, sexy, and soft sophistication.  The flow of the fabrics caress any figure with grace and the ease at which they're worn make the look effortless.  Can't you just picture yourself, sipping a latte at a sidewalk cafe with the Eiffel Tower in the background?

Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

The holidays are fast approaching which means parties galore, but with hosts ranging from your boss to your future in-laws it's no wonder you might be mulling what it is you can wear to each event.  First stop, the office party...you want to look cute and festive, but the after work event is well, right after work, and there is no way that sexy lbd that you'd hope may catch cubicle #4's eye is going to fly in the workplace.

The Cure: Holiday 101

A pencil skirt keeps things "suitable" and sexy giving your shape a nice silhouette, choose a brighter color to show your holiday spirit.  A simple silk blouse with a slightly ruffled collar keeps the look primp and proper, but once you throw on a cropped lace jacket you add some flair and festivity.  Accessorize with a strappy heel and an embellished cuff that is fun and funky and this look with take your from cubicle to cocktails with ease.

Merry Metallics

With gold having been a hot trend this fall it makes sense that metallics would carry into the holidays. Sequins, metallic knits, matte, and shiny all put the luxe in luxurious.  Shine on this holiday season.

Silver, bronze, and shades of color are all welcome to this metallic party.  I recommend choosing one bold piece, or muted coordinating pieces, a little shine goes a long way!

Fantasy Fashion Becomes Reality

Are you looking for something fun and funky this season? How about the Pasha from 3.1 Phillip Lim.  This pointed toe pump with thin throat will certainly give your ensemble some edge.  The only drawback, I have a really hard time spending a significant sum on a pair that I may only get one season out off, and I think $395 is a bit pricey for this pair.

3.1 Phillip Lim, $395

If you're digging the pointy toe with thin throat Jeffrey Campbell has a similar option, with a heel that I actually prefer to the Phillip Lim.  The Keebler has a very likable wedge heel and at only $134 I would be willing to take a risk on this risque pair.

Jeffrey Campbell, $134

Fresh Faddish Fiftiesesque.

One of the many moods for fall combines lady like pieces with palpable prints and a little bit of quirk. Things like feathered skirts with a peter pan collared shell are both feminine and innocent in charm, while walking slightly on the wild side.

Give a floaty dress structure with a tailored jacket with pairing just about anything with polka dots gives it a sassy tone.  Add ruffles and bows to your menswear pieces and feel glam with long blousy sleeves and a short hemline.

Flirty Flats

Fall would not be complete without a fabulously fantastic flat!  We've got oodles to choose from and you can never have too many!

$88

$88

$99

$99

$84

$120

$122

$89

$89

$128

$64

$89

Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

We're having a heat wave! Just because the temps are on the rise doesn't mean you should let down your style guard.  I know what you're thinking, how is it possible to be comfortable in anything with this kind of weather, but it is possible to be cute, cool, and comfortable.

The Cure: Operation Cool Down!

Stick with shorts and short sleeves but dial it up a notch, go for flowy silk fabrics that gently graze the skin and not hug it.  One of my favorite color combos, yellow and gray, keep the look chic, while keeping your body cool.  Air-condition those feet with a cut-out oxford, add a few soft metallics and you're good to go.  Mission possible!

Graphically Yours...

While minimalism and utilitarian trends are still wildly popular this season, on the opposite end of the spectrum we have ultra-graphic, geometric bold prints in saturated colors.  Designers like Diane Von Furstenberg and Milly have added blocks of color in a very calculated way.

Zig-zags, stripes, circles, and triangles add quirkiness and playfulness to designs that are ultra modern and minimal in their own right.  You will want to school yourself in this trend, the combination of shapes and colors is anything but elementary this season.

Safari Style

For a more suggestive statement on the animal print trend consider a subtler walk on the wild side with safari inspired fashion.  With a muted color palette in warm tones, pieces feel light, fresh, simple, and stately.

Neutrals and rosy hues complement skin tones and adding a pop of color makes it modern.  Natural materials like bamboo bangles, straw hats and canvas cutouts keep you cool, pair with golds and bronzes to layer on luxe.  You'll be perfectly poised for the urban jungle.

Fantasy Fashion Becomes Reality

Somewhere in a galaxy far, far away I am parading around in glorious Lanvin t-strap sandals and basking in rays of sunshine all while  doing some afternoon shopping.  In a galaxy far, far away perhaps I can actually afford the pair of Lanvin t-strap sandals, because in this universe if I owned them, they would be displayed on a shelf and used for special occasions only.  Why do such beautiful shoes have to cost so much?!?

Lanvin, $955

Well in this universe I might choose to go with one of yet another great pair of Jeffrey Campbells to satiate my appetite for designer shoes.  This t-strap has a thicker heel, a platform, and is embellished with tassels giving it a slightly more casual and versatile look.  These I can dress up or down unlike those shoes on that other planet.  I've fallen for these Jeffrey Campbells so hard I don't even remember the "what's his name" t-strap from before.  Great color, great style, great price, what more could a girl ask for?!?

Jeffrey Campbell, $145

Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

Heading home for the holidays? Maybe a visit to meet the parents? You want to dress to impress but want a look that is appropriate and won't cause daytime drama. My plan of attack, less is more, simple shapes and silhouettes will come off as sophisticated and put together.  Use your accessories to showcase your personality, just remember a little goes a long way.

The Cure: Parents love me!

Start with a simple belted shirt dress, flattering for all body types.  Grab a knit cardigan for warmth, something with a little volume is totally acceptable.  Add a pop of color with your handbag, keep your jewelry simple, and then allow your shoes to be your conversation starter, so long as you don't go overboard, you're sure to make a splash of an impression.

Side effects: Be mindful of the shoes you choose, make sure they highlight the best parts of your personality, those sexy stilettos you wore out the night before may be a bit much at first. Remember, you only get one chance to make a first impression.

Color Combo Craze

Want to know how to bring your wardrobe out of its winter wear blues? Try brightening up your day with a fresh and fierce color combination, poppy orange with pale pink. I know what you might be thinking, but designers like Derek Lam, Jenni Kayne, and Matthew Williamson embraced it on the runway.  Lucky Magazine suggests anchoring your outfit with the darker hue and incorporating textured and drapey white elements.  Go neutral with shoes and accessories.

Back-to-Basics

These shoes are your best options when experimenting with the winter white trend, or to give your glitz and glam some subtlety.  Neutral colors, delicate details, and staying power, they will transition well into spring with the time comes.

Adorable Jeffrey Campbell flat. $109 

Adorable Jeffrey Campbell flat. $109

The studs add a little funk to this comfy Me Too wedge. $99

Cute and classic lace up oxford wedge. $78

A great basic mary-jane, the color goes with everything! $99

A girly suede pump in burgundy. $140

Cute clog from Seychelles! $106

On a Whim

You may or may not have noticed the slightly eccentric yet richly romantic stylings from the runway this fall. This boho meets froufrou uptown with a take charge front yet surprisingly soft attitude creates a playful and expressive trend. Ethereal tulle, dramatic feathers, slick leathers, and cheeky frills mix to create a whimsical style that would be appropriate for a tea party hosted by the Mad Hatter, and yet the mix of patterns, fabrics, colors, and expressions works! Be the biker and the ballerina.

Shine On!

Every now and then I think it is necessary to break out some shimmer. Who doesn't want to stand out and shine like a star? Of course in order to pull off glitz and glamour please make sure to do it in moderation, we may channel some rocker glam from time to time, but we are not channeling the disco ball!

Working metallics, specifically golds, into your wardrobe is as easy as accessorizing with a piece of jewelry and can be as daring as wearing it from head-to-toe. Even head-to-toe gold can be classy given the right fabric and occasion, think brocade prints and textured fabric! Pretty with pink, bold with black, cool with camel, gold is the perfect metallic neutral to add to all of this fall's fab colors.  Whether you add a little or a lot it's easy to follow this golden rule.

Biker Chick Chic

Tough and tumble, rough and rumble, women today are showing a slightly less softer side to their style. Playing around with chains, zippers, studs, and buckles definitely amps up the level of badass, but doesn't necessarily decrease the level of femininity.

Soft draping, a splash of glitz, and luscious leathers help balance the scales between "rebel without a cause" and "little goody too shoes".  Let nice mingle with naughty and pair skinny jeans with a biker jacket and simple white tee, soften the look with a simple flat or exaggerate the edge with a sky high suede bootie.  Either way you are going to be one bodacious babe!

Fantasy Fashion Becomes Reality

Well there is no denying it, clogs are one of the biggest trends for fall.  Everyone from Chanel to Prada are making them and celebrities like Sarah Jessica Parker and Kate Beckinsale are wearing them. What I wouldn't give to be BFFs with SJP just so I could have access to her closet, *sigh*. While I am all about keeping up with celebrity fashion trends, I'm sad to admit that I can't keep up with their price tags.

Prada, $595

Chanel, $945

They are beautiful with their fine crafted leather, chunky wooden platforms, and gold military studs, but way out of my budget.  Thanks to Jeffrey Campbell I can get the same look with a completely different price tag!  Leather, check, chunky wooden platform, check, military studs, check, convertible strap, BONUS, and the price is very nice!  The Jeffrey Campbell "Charli" is only $119. Dare I say, eat your heart out Chanel?!?

Jeffrey Campbell "Charli" $119

That 70's Style

"Come and knock on our door, we've been waiting for you", and we're primed to prep you for this fall's 1970's invasion.  The 1970's has influenced dressing this fall.  Luxe silk bow blouses and high-waisted wide-leg trousers graced runways from Chloe to Gucci in hopes of bringing out a more sensual side of power fashion while bell-bottoms, faux fur, oversized glasses, and the ever popular clog channeled the more laid-back vibe we love. Add just one of these easy to wear pieces to your wardrobe and you can take a tiny step back in time all the while staying current.

Fashion Rx: Your weekly dose of what to wear!

So you caved and bought the charming pair of Jeffrey Campbell Clogs that you've been craving. You've got a hot date tonight and you want to summon the spirit of the seventies by wearing your new kicks, but you have no intention of going all "Farrah Fawcett" with your look.  How can you raise your retro ratio without going overboard?

The cure: Start with a dark pair of flared denim, the darker you go, the sleeker your look.  Layer a long-sleeved white top under a faux fur vest and top with a multi-strand studded necklace.  Slip those clogs on your feet and you've got a look that is characteristic of the seventies but completely current.


Side effects: Your date will fall for you fast, hope it goes well and you're ready for date #2!