Jeggings – a jeans/leggings hybrid – is a big trend this season, but until yesterday, I had yet to try a pair.

Sears.com

Then, I open up my mailbox and am greeted with Grane Electric Stretch Denim jean-leggings.

Essentially, jeggings are a streamlined skinny jean – and I love them. Then are super-slimming, comfortable, and look great with this season’s trendy high boots.

Ladies, note, this style is Juniors-sized, so play it safe and go up a size when ordering online. (Or just go to the store and try a pair on!)

What do I love even more? I just noticed they are on sale for under $30 at Sears right now…meaning it’s totally budget-friendly to stock up!

I’m a big fan of Tory Burch clothes, handbags, shoes and most recently, eyewear. Her eyewear collection just launched recently online at ToryBurch.com and at all Tory Burch stores.
If you love Tory Burch as much as I do, you’ll be excited to find out that you have an opportunity to win a trip to Paris that includes a Tory Burch wardrobe.
You can enter the Tory Burch holiday sweepstakes daily to have a chance to win a grand prize trip to Paris for two. The trip includes three nights at the Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière, dinner for two at Le Diane, a …read more

If you are into plaid this season, check out this tank dress on sale right now at Nordstrom. This swingy dress features an empire waist and flirty style. You can wear it over leggings, skinny jeans or tights. Add a cropped cardigan for cool mornings.
This fully lined 213 Industry plaid dress was originally priced at $118.00, but right now it’s on sale for just $46.40.
Another plaid dress on sale is this Quiksilver Plaid Shirtdress. It’s marked down from $78.00 to only $51.90, also at Nordstrom. The dark plaid print is a fantastic choice for fall/winter.

After this weekend, I won’t be home very much for about a month – I’m going on a cruise launch in a few days, and then I’ll be in China until Thanksgiving.
There’s something about traveling – even when your laptop and major credit cards are coming with you – that make you want to be ultra-prepared before you leave. Who wants to be flying over the Pacific and realize they forgot their must-have favorite bra that works so well with a certain dress? Not me. And thus, I tend to overpack, and over buy.
Which means I need a bigger suitcase…good …read more

I’m going to confess something really shocking to you guys.
About fifteen years ago, when I was barely out of grade school…I had dirty dreams about Tommy the Green Power Ranger. And, yes, when he bacame the white ranger, I still sort of dug him, but he was less fun. Why? Because, well, much like my Angelus complex, I like bad boys. And I can’t kick it. Alas.
(Hey, who remembers that’s where Sarah Brown got her start? She played Heather, the home-wrecker.)
Anyway, Bandai America’s Power Up Video Challenge is a cool new contest that rewards kids for playing with …read more

The week is (mercifully) drawing to an end, and to celebrate, there’s some great sales going on today on our favorite sites!
Check out the GORGEOUS Jessica Simpson Shoes on sale at ideeli, or the hot BCBG looks at Gilt Fuse!
Modern Amusement
Spa Chakra
Arteriors Home
BCBG
DDF Skincare
Exhibitionist Jewelry by Michael Spirito
Calvin Klein Collection
ABS by Allen Schwartz
Blue Avocado
Bebe sunglasses
Jessica Simpson
Via Spiga Kids
Bindya New York
Millard Fillmore

Though we are getting set to head into winter, it’s fun to look at some of the hot trends for Spring/Summer 2010. One thing that is obvious when you view the resort collections is that it’s all about color. Today let’s look at some gorgeous apparel in bold, colorful prints.
Blumarine Floral Print Dress ($1,830)
Definitely too pricey for my pocketbook, the pretty floral print dress is just adorable. It features a scooped neckline, snap belt and straight skirt. Get this dress (and the other items below) at NeimanMarcus.com.
Thakoon Print Pleated-Neck Top ($790)
This amazing top features a watercolor ikat print and an …read more

After my fabulous foray into off-price retail yesterday, one may think I am shopped out.
Wrong. If that was so, I wouldn’t be the shopping maven you know and love.
And so, while I work tirelessly at putting all my goodies away, please check out all the awesome sales going on today. Some of my faves, like Laundry apparel and Carla Mancini handbags are available…check out details below!
Upper Echelon
Laundry clothing
Vivienne Tam
Malo
La Fiorentina
LAI Luxury Accessories International
NuFace
Loree Rodkin jewelry
Victorinox Swiss Army
Tibi
Magaschoni cashmere
Fendi sunglasses
Amrita Singh
Autumn Cashmere
Holly Morgan Designs
Enza Costa Rouge

Kowboys
Gerard Yosca
Carla Mancini Handbags

During party season, we are all tempted to spend a small fortune on dresses, trips to the salon and sparkling jewelry. However in tough economic times, it’s just not smart to splurge on a luxurious, expensive dress for every event and party. That’s why we have to shop smart — take advantage of sales, scour the sample sale sites, and hit local thrift shops.
If you haven’t checked out GUESS lately, it’s a fantastic time to shop. They have terrific prices on accessories, handbags, shoes and apparel. The G by GUESS holiday collection offers pretty party looks that are adorable and …read more

A few weeks ago, I had dinner with some of the AJWright team, and we discussed their concept of off-price retail.
It was one I am familiar with: I had flown out to Boston last fall to have a similar meeting with TJX (TJMaxx/Marshalls, of which AJWright is a family member) and learned a lot – about how their buyers get the deals, and just how far the deals can take you. Essentially, they take advantage of department store overstock, and end up with current-season merchandise at a fraction of retail.
But even I wasn’t ready for this experience. AJWright is sort …read more