Mercedes Benz Fashion Week is September 10-17 and I’ll be blogging from the Bryant Park Tents about all the hot Spring 2010 fashion shows and related events I attend.  Although Fashion Week is typically an exclusive affair for invited guests, members of the press, and retail buyers, thanks to the Vogue-sponsored Fashion’s Night Out, this season every fashionista in New York City can get in on the swag action.
 
The September 10 event is an effort to boost sagging retail sales, during which over 700 retailers throughout New York City (and in 13 other fashion capitals including Brazil, Japan and Italy) will stay …read more

I’ve been stalking this pair of Nine West gladiator sandals for months now.  I debated ordering the Ruffian sandal (on sale for $39.99), online but didn’t want to pay for shipping and handling. Besides, there’s not tax on clothing and shoes under $110 in New York.
When I no longer saw the sandals on display at a local Nine West store, I asked if they still had the shoes in stock.  They didn’t, but the helpful staff did the next best thing.  They found a nearby store and mailed the shoes to me without tax or shipping.
My Ruffian sandals arrived this week …read more

I know I’m asking a lot of questions this week, but I love it when Hot Mama Daily readers talk back.  So I want to know, am I the only urbanite still pondering the purchase of yet another pair of gladiator sandals? 
I bought a brown leather pair from Nine West at the end of last summer and they are surprisingly super comfortable. 
Because of that, I’d like to purchase this pair of black studded “Ruffian” gladiator sandals, currently on sale  for $69.99 with an additional 30% off.
Be honest with me Hot Mamas.  Do you think the gladiator trend is over or …read more

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

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

These  colorful, ’80s-reminiscent kicks designed by New Balance for Nine West are on my Spring “it” list.
Be the first Hot Mama on your block (or condo board) to rock these sneakers, available  March 15. 
“Classy” ($89) is a lightweight shoe made with jersey knit and vintage running nylon.  For every day wear, this classic New Balance style with a Nine West twist is also available in less flashy color combinations of gray with blue and yellow, and black and blue.
The futuristic “Emilian” ($89) is for the woman who likes to stand out in a crowd. Âhe stylish and sporty silver sneaker can be …read more

To be honest, I’m not a huge fan of Grammy nominee Leona Lewis’ voice.  It’s a pretty voice (”Bleeding Love” was a catchy song) and the natural beauty has all of the makings of a star, yet unlike vintage Whitney and Mariah, I’m just not feeling “The X Factor.”  What I am feeling, however, is Leona’s flair for fashion.  The Brit sure knows how to pull a casual yet chic outfit together.
The above photo captures her on a recent shopping trip in New York City and I love the riding boots, leggings, and black cap.  I’ve never considered a white coat, …read more

Rihanna makes it look so easy — shopping, dancing, and canoodling with Chris Brown in heels.  But you see, I have a rare disorder.  I’m missing the high-heel gene, which sucks since all of the cutest shoes this year have come stacked three-inches or higher.  And with the holiday season fast approaching and hopefully my pick of fashionable soirees to attend, I want to give heels another try.  

So I trekked to Nine West in my flat suede boots.  And to my shopaholic delight, the store is having an awesome sale.  Take 25 percent off the already low sale price!   
This is …read more