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, and I like the fit of Leona’s jacket.  And I know it’s a big trend, but I’m on the fence when it comes to the black fringe hobo bag. What do you think?

After a couple months of searching, I found the perfect pair of black riding boots for a nice price at Nine West.  I plan to break them in over the weekend.  So I have at least one component of Leona’s ensemble.  Here’s how you can assemble all of her look:

Boots from Nine West, $130 (plus an additional 30% off online and at most Nine West stores)

Coat from Victoria’s Secret, $94.99

Wool fitted cap from Amazon.com, $24.00

Fringe hobo bag by Melie Bianco, $67.50

Photo credits: Newscom, Victoria’s Secret, Amazon.com, Silvia’s Shop, Nine West

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In keeping with the celebrity trend of the moment, the first challenge was simple… to wear and/or buy a scarf.  So below is a photo of me wearing a black “Pashmina” scarf (and a cute black and white stripped turtle neck I scooped up at Forever 21 for only $8.50) during my dizzying four-day stay in Las Vegas.

The photo was taken by my hubby during a yummy brunch at the hip, new Sushi Samba restaurant in the uber-chic Palazzo Hotel & Casino on the Strip.

Next week, I’m hosting “The Hot Mama Challenge.”  Here’s where you come in. If you want to take the challenge, send me a photo of yourself wearing your fave, funky winter hat (or a photo of you in your fave hat and fab earrings or outfit to match).  Remember to think a ‘lil outside the box, but keep it fashion forward.  I have a thing for slouchy, bohemian knit hats (Nicole Richie’s vibe). What’s your hat style?  

On Tuesday, I will post the best photos that are emailed to me by noon EST on Saturday, Dec. 13.  

Along with your emailed photo, please include the following info:

Your name?

Age?  City?  Why your hat rocks? Where you found it? 

And as in incentive, the best three photos/descriptions will win a pair of groovy fake eyelashes or makeup from Black Radiance.

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