Fashion Friday: Coldwater Creek

Last month at Fashion Forward, I got to visit with Coldwater Creek, who had an fabulous display of jean trends for us to try on and test out! I was seriously tempted by the printed jeans. I really want me some printed denim. But I just couldn't stop crushing on the tuxedo skinny jeans with the … [Read more...]

Hanes Legwear for Fall

Fall fashion is the best, isn't it? I love falling into cozy sweaters, boots and layers after a summer of flip flops and sundresses! Fall fashion is always changing, but a new wardrobe is hardly necessary every year. A few simple pieces in the season's hottest trends are all you need!   Keep your … [Read more...]

High Fashion Plus Size

When you think of plus size clothing the thought of "high-fashion" is probably the furthest from your mind but it does exist. Case in point, Marina Rinaldi by the "the Italian Max Mara Fashion Group" who consistently produces high fashion for women sizes 16 to 24. This Italian designer has offered … [Read more...]

What I Wore: Type A

This past weekend I was at Type A Conference - which I HIGHLY recommend!! Here's a few of my outfits from the weekend... dress: Issa for Banana Republic {sold out - similar} shoes: Nine West {buy here} clutch: Ellington Handbags {old, discontinued - similar}   dress: Diane … [Read more...]

Get the Look: Fashion Forward

Wednesday I went up to NYC to attend the second Fashion Forward Conference - I attended last year and it was such a great experience. I was eager to go back, mix and mingle with so many incredibly talented bloggers,learn from top industry speakers and mix and mingle with fabulous brands. It was a … [Read more...]

How to Nail Casual Cool Style

It looks effortless. But like beachy waves or just-rolled-out-of-bed hair, it is actually tricky to pull off! There's more to it than thorwing on a bunch of clothes and running out the door. Think about the look you want and then think outside the box to achieve it. A few tips to nail the … [Read more...]

A New Way to Visit Your Doctor

Hate the cotton or paper gowns in your Doctor's office? Sharon Linder of Get Janes has a solution. Bring your own! Her affordable gowns ($32) come in an excellent size range (8 to 4x), are a soft waffle knit that is both comfortable to wear, warm, and easy to care for. They were initially designed … [Read more...]

Fashion Friday: Fall’s Most Wearable Trends

September is next week and Fashion Week is almost upon us... we're officially in fall fashion season, folks!! Join me in a cartwheel, won't you? This fall the trends are all over the map - and the 700 page fall fashion issues of your favorite magazines will prove it! But lets pick out a few … [Read more...]

Shabby Apple Giveaway

If I had my say, I would live in a place where it was warm enough to wear dresses year-round.  Cleveland is not that place, especially being the freeze-baby that I am.  But the summer does throw some beautiful days our way - and wearing a maxi keeps me warm and comfortable.   wedges: … [Read more...]