Plaid will once again be on trend for fall. If you aren’t sure about how much you’ll like wearing plaid, then buy a couple cheap pieces at first before splurging on something more expensive. A great place to shop online is Forever 21, where you can find a cute selection of plaid skirts, dresses and tops at under $20 each. Here are just a few items that you might like.
Irene Plaid Belted Skirt
The woven plaid skirt features vertical pleats and a removable elastic belt. It has a full lining and a finished hem. You can get this white, blue and …read more

Get ready for fall with a fantastic new coat. Right now at Bluefly, you can find an amazing selection of coats on sale depicting some of the season’s hottest trends.
Unique Collars
Look for there to be a lot of attention on the collar of outwear this fall. This Cinzia Roccl wool-angora coat features a ruffled standing collar and single button style. Retail value of this coat is $975 but you can get it now at Bluefly for just $373.14. There are only a couple left, so grab this coat now while you can.
Fur Trim
Fur collars, cuffs and linings can be found …read more

With summer underway, you are probably adding a few pieces to your wardrobe. When shopping for new clothes and accessories, there are several fashion trends that you shouldn’t miss out on. Whether you are looking for shoes, handbags, dresses or jeans, check out these hot summer fashion tips and trends.
Ruffles
If you can only afford to add one new dress to your wardrobe this summer, make it a ruffled one. Whether you choose a dress with a ruffled neckline (like the one from Nordstrom picture here), a ruffled hem or allover ruffles, that’s up to you. One of the most popular …read more

Lloyd Boston, Jones New York Style Guy and star of Fine Living Network’s Closet Cases, talks about his essential summer pieces that are stylish yet classic and easy on your budget.

“White Denim is a MUST for Summer, they’re as close to universal as you can get, next to your natural bare legs.”

“Stylist trick — Nude underpinnings will not show through even your lightest weight white’s this summer so be sure to have them on standby by for any occasion!”

“Summer is all about bold, intense color — the hottest and easiest way to start sporting this look at your next summer …read more

The maxi dress continues to be one of the hottest fashion trends this spring/summer. In the past when everyone was wearing these dresses every single place they went, the trend was a little “too much” for me. But I think as long as you are particular about where you wear them (and pick the right dress of course), the maxi dress is a cute, comfortable choice.
This fabulous print dress from Truth & Pride looks fabulous. With tiers of floral patterned chiffon and a halter neck, it’s a sexy yet sweet option.
You can get this silk chiffon maxi dress right now …read more

Ruffled tops and dresses are a hot choice in spring fashion. You can choose from an assortment of silhouettes, including asymmetrical tiers and one-shoulder designs.
Ruffles offer a flirty, feminine look that every woman can appreciate and wear. Here are three fabulous ruffled blouses that are available at Nordstrom right now. Each feature a colorful print and unique shape.

Elie Tahari One Shoulder Blouse – $298
This one-shoulder top is a sexy choice that is very trendy this season. This blouse features an artsy orange print and a fitted shape. It would look terrific with white capris, a purple skirt or even your …read more

It’s New Year’s Eve, time to reflect on some of the best and the worst fashion trends of 2008.
Best of 2008
Ruffled Blouses
Ruffles came back in a big way – in shoes, handbags, dresses and especially blouses. It was great to see feminine, romantic fashions at the forefront. With all the menswear-inspired designs early in the year, girls could be girls again in ruffles.
Patent Leather Bags
Well really, patent leather anything – shoes, belts and especially bags. Glossy patent leather adds luxury and shine to any outfit. Hopefully patent is big in 2009 as well.
Skinny Jeans
Skinny jeans look hot with everything from …read more

Do you by any chance know how to run a sewing machine?? I’m only asking because I tried and gave up. Could never get the tension thingie to work for me. I can thank my lack of patience for that!! But now I wish that I had stuck with it. Just found this pattern that you can order and seeing that the fall is going to be all about the sixties, I thought that some of you just might want to try their hand at creating something from an authentic pattern. Looks pretty cool! Must point out… the price …read more