I love the hipster lumberjack trend.  Or maybe it’s the second coming of grunge with a more tailored twist. Whatever you call it, a piece of plaid is a must have item for your fall/winter wardrobe; particularly if its red and black plaid all over.
Here are a few plaid perfect items I found while surfing Forever 21’s website:
You can’t beat the style or the price.  I picked up a plaid jacket similar to this one at my local Forever 21.
I’m going to put this groovy plaid poncho on my Christmas list; that is, the list of gifts I want for myself.
This …read more

Remember back in the ’80s when everyone rocked a denim jacket (think Jennifer Grey in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off)? I literally wore my Guess jean jacket until it fell apart. 
Decades later, the denim jacket trend is all the rage again and a style staple on red carpet darlings like Rihanna, Ciara, and Kanye West-arm candy Amber Rose. 
Jean jackets are also the perfect addition to your summer to fall transitional wardrobe.
The modern take on the denim jacket seems to be more fitted and cropped shorter.  Below, check out the cool styles I found at one of my favorite stores, Forever 21:
 
The Dean jacket has 3/4 sleeves with slit cuffs. Novelty touches …read more

Every Hot Mama should have a side hustle or two.  Mine are freelance writing and operating two stores on Etsy.com.  Technically, Etsy is for handcrafted wares, but they also allow vintage clothing sellers.  My vintage store, Tracy’s Pop & Shop Too, is a companion to my thread/string earring store, Tracy’s Pop & Shop.

 
I love to shop, particularly at consignment shops, flea markets, clothing swaps (if you haven’t gotten in on this free trend yet, ladies, what are you waiting for?), thrift stores, and fashion-forward discount retailers like H&M, Target, and Forever 21.  And I launched my Etsy stores a couple years …read more

When it comes to making an enviable fashion statement, Halle Berry rarely disappoints.  Take this trendy look she wore to the 2th Shanghai International Film Festival for instance.  Halle’s casual chic ensemble is sporty and flawless: a striped black and white shirt paired with liquid black leggings and a black tuxedo jacket.
 
 
I’m not sure if I could rock the leggings, but I want this outfit. You too?  
Here’s how you can get Halle’s look for less:

From top to bottom:
1) Forever 21 Striped Open Back Top, $15.80 
2) Members Only Liquid Leather Leggings, $86
3) Rampage Stretch Single Button Blazer, $15
 
Image credit: Newscom

Forever 21 lives up to its name with a selection of styles that keep no-longer twenty-something fashionistas like myself looking and feeling young and hip. A few weeks ago, I popped in the Forever 21 near Herald Square in New York City and picked up this adorable “Bubble Gal” graphic tee.  I was pretty psyched the junior fashion-leaning brand’s size L still fits me.
 
 
Forever 21 is also offering free shipping on all swim wear that ends, tomorrow July 5.
Image credit: Forever 21

Readers younger than 30 probably won’t know what I’m talking about, but I’ve been a fan of Holly Robinson Peete’s since she co-starred with hottie Johhny Depp on “21 Jump Street.”  There must be something in the water Holly drinks, because the pretty and charitable actress (she runs the HollyRod foundation, dedicated to raising money and awareness for debilitating disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, with hubby Rodney Peete) hasn’t aged a bit.
 
 
I searched high-and-low to find Holly’s look for less from head to toe.  Here’s what I came up with:
Although it’s not an identical match, this similar Orange Geometric Print Faux-Wrap Dress …read more

Perhaps it’s because of the accumulation of clutter in my closet, but I couldn’t find “5 Things I Want Right Now” this week.  So I picked three:
 
This bold, woven print dress ($19.80) from Forever 21  is perfect for work or a night on the town.
 
I need these bamboo leggings ($30) by Brooklyn active wear shop Omala for the yoga routine I’ve yet to start. The leggings have an attached skirt that cinches for added style and that nicely conceals your bottom.
 
I’ve heard good things about Earth Shoes, the fashionable way to lose weight with every step.  And these “Kati”sandals  in antique silver leather ($149) look cute …read more

This week I’m in a city sophisticate, “Hot Fun in the Summertime” mood — perhaps I’m thinking of how to dress to impress during my upcoming trip to Toronto. 
So here’s my weekly Hot Mama Daily roundup of “5 Things I Want Right Now”:

 
 
From top to bottom:

Banana Republic Pleated Sleeve V-Neck Dress in Red Coral
Forever 21’s Colorful Macrame Top
Target Merona “Eleora” Tortoise flat sandals
Marc by Marc Jacobs handbag
Rosena Sammi Indian Monsoon bangles (set of six)

 
Image credit: Forever 21, Banana Republic, Target, ShopBop, Rosena Sammi

The inspiration for this weekly post, “5 Things I Want Right Now,” came from Lucky magazine, an endless resource for shopping trends.  I’m aware, however,  that Hot Mama Daily readers are fellow fashionistas, and I want to hear from you.  
What are five beauty and fashion items you are jonesing for right now?  Drop me a line and I’ll feature readers’ picks in an upcoming post.
Here are my picks for this week:
 

Girl Props Zodiac earrings, $6.99

I’m a Capricorn gal and I love these funky Zodiac earrings by Girl Props. Beyonce and Missy Elliott are also fans of the 2.5″ hoops.
 
If you’re …read more

Kick your spring style up a notch with some arm candy.  Chunky cuff bracelets are one of the hottest accessory trends of the season, and the perfect way to jazz up a casual or dressy outfit.

Celebs like Taraji P. Henson can afford bold, beautiful and most likely expensive cuff bracelets (see above photos), but we can get the look for less at retailers like Banana Republic and Forever 21.
Insider bargain shopper  tip: If you’re in New York City, you can find the latest jewelry trends at wholesale prices at  Earrings Plaza.
Style tip: Try doubling up your bracelets for a funky, bohemian …read more