I like the off-the-shoulder look on this long black dress, as well as the mesh material and satin piping.  Both see-through and luxury materials are *in* right now.

This dress is actually all one piece, and it currently comes in sizes 4 through 16.  Pair it with this black designer clutch from Michael Kors and these Kate Spade high-heel sandals:
 
All three items are available when you shop online at Nordstrom, which ships to the United States.  If you like designer apparel, see their Designer Collections section.  If you like to buy at a discount (and who doesn’t?), see their sale section.
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Roses adorn this cotton sateen floral dress.  The black ribbon adds an elegant touch.

This is perfect for a daytime event, such as a garden or tea party.  Get the strappy sandals pictured above in a variety of colors.

Both are available at the online clothing store, Talbots, which ships worldwide.  They also carry petite sizes and plus sizes.  In addition to women’s clothing, they have kidswear and menswear.  While you’re shopping at Talbots, don’t forget to visit their outlet section for sales and bargains. 
If you have questions about their products or about fashion or style in general while you’re shopping there, Talbots has …read more

Ruffles are a hot 2008 trend.  Chic and fashionable, this navy blue women’s top features a double layer of ruffles and a keyhole button front.

Equally appropriate for Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter, this is a great piece to add to your wardrobe.  The ruffles go all the way around the back as well.

It’s on sale right now for more than half off!  In addition, they currently have a deal where if you buy 3 items or more, you get 25% off.  So go shopping.   
Available at the women’s online clothing store, Arden B.  They ship to the United States.  …read more

Just Cavalli’s quasi-snakeskin designer dress comes in a blue/green/yellow print and is made of a spandex blend.

Here’s a closer look at this combination geometric print and animal print:

Pair it with this platform leather sandal with 3-inch wooden heels from Frye:

You can buy the short print dress and women’s shoes at Neiman Marcus, which ships worldwide (but you’ll have to call them if ordering from outside the United States:  972.556.6011).
On a funny sidenote, there’s an urban myth perpetuated by the internet that Neiman Marcus charged some poor unsuspecting woman “two fifty” for a cookie recipe (which she thought at the time was $2.50 but turned …read more

This JS Collections dress is fantastic.  A lot of clothes tend to follow the same pattern, but this one is different while still being in line with current trends.  I love the sleeves on this, the little bows on the sleeves, and the piping; the black floral print against the white background is really exquisite.

Available at Barrie Pace which ships to the United States.  See their women’s clothing sale section, too.
Photo Courtesy of Barrie Pace

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Kate Moss just launched her Spring/Summer 2008 collection.  You can buy it at TopShop.  Here’s one of her pieces:

This daisy print dress has a romantic, vintage touch with ruffles down the front.  Here’s another view:

You can get this same style in a top, as well.

She has a lot of great pieces, and you can view the entire Kate Moss collection here.  TopShop ships worldwide.  To learn more about their clothes and see them in motion, view one of their many video podcasts.  TopShop also offers special sizes for petite, tall, maternity, and babies.
You can book a Style Advisor (a.k.a. personal shopper) in stores throughout …read more

Easter is coming up fast, and this season’s fashion offers all sorts of fun alternatives for your Easter attire.  Here are 5 fashion tips for a stylish Easter holiday.

1) Bright Colors:  Bright colors are in, especially yellow.  Bright colors against a black background are also very stylish this year.
2) Girly Stuff:  Ruffles, lace, florals — anything feminine or frilly.  Girl it up this Easter with romantic clothing styles.
3) Traditional or Casual, You Choose:  Fashion is much less rigid today, and choices abound.  If you’re not into dresses, wear a pretty floral halter top with slacks, jeans, or capris.
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I found a store that sells regular and plus size dresses up to size 20 to the general public for wholesale prices!  It’s called Buy in America.  Here’s a cute and trendy dress from their site:

Not only is it wholesale, it’s also on sale right now for about $30!!  The chiffon wrap is sold separately.  They ship worldwide.  See their women’s clothing clearance page, too.
Photo Courtesy of Buy in America

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Nordstrom has a list on their site of 10 Things To Add A Glamorous Global Twist to Your Look for Spring 2008.  Want to know what’s in style right now?  Let Nordstrom point the way.
1. The Gladiator:  This look features any kind of shoe reminiscent of ancient rome.  Shoes come in all heights, from heels to flat sandals.  It’s all in the straps.  This L.A.M.B. stiletto heel is made of metallic leather.

Explore more of the Gladiator Look. 
2. Primitive Prints: Animal prints, batik, and geo-ethnic designs define this style.  A good example is the pattern on this Diane von Furstenberg dress, made of …read more

The Audrina dress pictured below features draping reminiscent of ancient statues of greek goddesses, a style that’s very *in* right now.  What I especially like about this dress is that it has the fittied piece beneath the draping.

Available in other colors, as well; get it at Lauren Conrad which ships worldwide.
If you liked this post, you might also like my previous post about another dress with a draped effect:  Mini Dress — Pale Blue and Just Right for You.
Photo Courtesy of Lauren Conrad

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