Red, white, and blue are traditional summer colors, and the 4th of July is a fitting time to sport some new patriotic style.
Let’s start with wearing red:

Red Door perfume from Elizabeth Arden
A shiny red lip gloss, Bad Education, in a not-too-stick formula from Nars
Paint your fingers and toes red with Keys to My Karma polish from the India Collection by OPI
Tote around everything you need with a red domed duffle bag from Dooney & Bourke
Give your outfit polish and shine with a pair of red patent flats from Nine West

And add something white:

A bold V-shaped white jersey top with …read more

After seeing cropped denim all over Italy, it’s become apparent that I’m going to need to buy a pair.  If they’re still that popular in Europe, chances are they’re going to be around for at least another season or two in the US.
Here are a few choices representing options for nearly any type of occasion:

!iT JEANS ‘Ellie’ Boyfriend Jeans have subtle distressing details, making this dark blue wash casual and relaxed.  Cuffed hems can also be worn uncuffed.  $78.
Christopher Blue Julianna Crop Stretch Jeans have a curvy fit with a slightly higher rise.  Very flattering.  $148.
KUT from the …read more

July is National Ice Cream month, and with warm weather, Independence Day celebrations, lots of picnics and other outdoor events, it would be tempting to enjoy ice cream all month long.  And the darn ice cream truck that drives through the neighborhood, with its trilling lilt of music, tries to tempt as well.
Of course, we all know what eating ice cream all month long would do our swimsuit fit, so we’re going to have to choose our ice cream moments with care.
You don’t have to give up refreshing treats during the summertime, though.  Enjoy those yummy, but high calorie …read more

Though I can’t find much in the way of a historical reference or origin story on where National Pink Day comes from, I can say that I love any excuse to wear more pink! Sure, the color pink has been given many different meanings depending on the motives, cause or stereotype. Whatever it is about this fun, girlie color – let’s embrace it on June 23rd with some colorful clothes and accessories like these gems courtesy of Polyvore. In addition to picking up some new items in romantic hues, maybe think about indulging in a cosmo or picking up some …read more

Oh, how I love a good sale. Especially when super stylish pieces are up for grabs at a fraction of the cost. Right now Net-A-Porter is still offering tremendous discounts for a great deal of beautiful items, including a collection of apparel that comes in one of my favorite colors of summer – lime green. One of the more sophisticated hot weather hues, there is something about lime green that reminds me of vacations on the beach or hanging out on a backyard patio when the sun is boiling.
Here are six pieces on sale that you might want to consider …read more

If you are feeling like you are stuck in a rut and aren’t sure where to go with your style, then it might be time to get creative and give yourself a mini makeover. There really is on need to spend tons of time or money revamping your personal appearance – all it takes is a little creativity and gut instinct on what is going to make the most impact.
Here are twenty ways you can easily give yourself a mini makeover – without breaking the bank.
1. Stop by your favorite makeup counter and ask for help picking out a new …read more

If you make one investment purchase for your summer fun, it should be a Pucci dress. A classic, legendary brand, Emilio Pucci screams summer luxury – but quietly. And in a classy way.
Of course, unlike the flimsy, cheap light cotton sundresses you might have filling your closet…a Pucci dress will set you back a bit. You could find a cheap knock off for the brightly colored, swirly effect, but you know it’s not the same – there’s just nothing quite like the real deal, and this dress will take you far. Whether you’re lounging by the beach…chilling in Mexico…hanging out …read more