Guess Who Else Has Great Dresses?

Gap does! Have a Gap card? Shop the first Tuesday of every month to save 10%...I think I may be heading over to the mall after work tomorrow...hmmm

Silk voile pleated dress


Cross-back empire dress


Embroidered empire dress

NOTE: Images and items from gap.com

Breezy Beach Cover-Up

Two months till my Charleston vacation, and I can't stop thinking about vacation and beach gear. I just bought this awesome, breezy beach cover-up from J Crew in turquoise:

The beach skirt is gauzy and totally tropical weather-worthy, but I think anyone could easily pull wearing this skirt out and about. Umm...not so much to work, but if you're going shopping with the girls or out to get your pedi, this skirt would be as comfy as pajamas but so much cuter!

NOTE: Image and item from Jcrew.com

Luxurious Day Clutch

How's this for a day clutch?

Why have the $200 Cole Haan day clutch when you can have the $1000 Nancy Gonzalez crocodile day clutch? Ok, so maybe if you're super rich or just got a big bonus check you're taking me seriously now, but either way, is this not a smokin' haute day clutch? I'd love to see this clutch rocked with a gorge white dress or maybe a Spring 2007-inspired bright colored outfit.

If you can afford the $1000, the $200, or a $10 clutch, the way I see it, you should spend your money how you want and buy what you want...so long as it doesn't put you into debt, of course ;)

NOTE: Image and item from neimanmarcus.com

Nautical Business Casual

Anyone else out there as much a fan as I of the nautical theme! I loved it last year and I love it this year again! I put this lil number together for the office:

It's super simple, but I think the scarf gives it a lil something extra. I added the green tote for a splash of color. There's something about blue and green, especially navy and lime!

Wideleg Navy Pants - The Limited
Cream Cardigan Set - Banana Republic
Slingback Pumps - Banana Republic
Navy Anchor Scarf - J Crew
Lime Green Tote - MICHAEL Michael Kors

Fun Floral Wedges - Spring/Summer 2007

I've seen tons and tons and tons of espadrilles...seemingly everywhere, and while I love the wedge, especially the espadrille, sometimes you want something different, like these:

Giuseppe Zanotti Floral Wedge Slide - click for details
Shown here in "Blue Multi" but I saw it in green in Neiman Marcus and thought that the green was sooo much more yummy.

Instead of standard espadrille "roping" or raffia, these super sexy wedges feature a spring-inpsired floral, which along with the straps, is encrusted with bling-bling Swarovski crystals. Sparkly, feminine, and oh-so-pretty...what's not to like (except maybe the price tag)?

Note: image and item from neimanmarcus.com

Shop Trends With Saks Want It! Picks

Sak's is working hard to make your life easier. Not only are some of the season's latest trends spelled out for you, but Saks groups trendy clothing and accessories by each category to simplify your trend-shopping.

Here's a sneak peek:


Click here to shop Sak's Want It! Picks

Get free shipping on orders over $150 by using promo code WANTIT at checkout! Offer good through March 25!

Here are my picks of the Want It! Picks:

You know I love the Louboutins!
Christian Louboutin Peep-toe Platform Slingbacks


Ooh...so sexy!
Streets Ahead double-buckle Stretch Belt


Just haute for spring!
Cynthia Steffe Belted Short Shorts

*All images and items from saks.com

Sping-Inspired Business Look

Spring is here, and in honor of the season and warmer weather, I decided to start my work week with a spring-inspired business look:

It's an all Banana Republic outfit - I normally don't like to do outfits completely from one store, but I simply couldn't resist. I'm a big fan of accessories, so when I saw this scarf on bananarepublic.com, I knew I had to have it...and an outfit to go with it, of course. Would I be a true shopaholic if I didn't get an entire ensemble?

Anywho, for any gals out there shopping for some great work-gear, I highly recommend these wide leg pants. They're super comfy and the cut is awesome - very work-sppropriate! Oh, and the top is a great purchase - I have it in a couple colors. It's lightweight, sooo soft, and a steal at only $38.

Oh, and if you decide to shop for any of these pieces, I recommend trying the stores first - they're almost all sold out online...eek!

Top - Banana Republic
Wide leg pants - Banana Republic
Slingback pumps - Banana Republic
Scarf - Banana Republic
(see, I wasn't kidding)

Spring/Summer 2007 Must-Have: Day Clutch

You probably have at least one night time clutch in your closet, but with the day clutch rising to the forefront of Spring and Summer 2007 trends, you may need to make room for a new style of clutch. Here are some I've seen while shopping:


J Crew - Straw and faux-patent Avignon clutch - $78
Image and item from Jcrew.com


Michael Michael Kors "Big Valley" Flap - $188
Image and item from macys.com


Cole Haan - Taran Straw Collection Clutch - $195 - This is my favorite! If I get any day clutch, this will be the one!
Image and item from colehaan.com

Fashion Friend Finale

Fashion Friend Finale for week ending 3/9/07:


Couture in the City shows us her picks from new, high-end label Calypso

Shop Diary helps us find "The Secret Balenciaga Bag"

The Daily Obsession finds the perfect Spring/Summer 2007 Black dress by Sunner

Petit Tresor offers a special reader discount code for preppalicious online boutique CCC Gifts

Fashion Food Culture-Life needs help picking out the perfect designer wallet - Prada, Chloe, Bottega Venetta, Gucci, Tod's, or Lodis - what should she buy?!

Simple Spring/Summer 2007 Casual Dress

This weekend at J Crew, I tried on a jersey dress (click for details), which would make a perfect casual outfit for Spring/Summer 2007. I know, I know, I'm blogging about another dress, but they're just so fun...can you really have enough?

Shown here in Botanical Green


Also available in a fun daytime color - Bright Papaya


and Black, Chocolate, and Classic Navy.

On all the models in the store, they had this dress paired with tank tops - a good call considering how low cut the front of this dress is, not to mention the back. When I tried this on, the back section was so lowcut my bra clasp was showing. I think putting the tank top under the dress adds something to the look though...makes it fun.

*NOTE - Image and item from jcrew.com

Chic Black & White Dress - Cheap!

Hey Ladies...like the Anthropologie dress I blogged about yesterday but don't like the price tag? Yea, I don't have any Anthropologie dresses yet for a reason, but there are other super cute dresses out there! Maybe not with the exact same color or the same shape, but def with the same "chic factor!" Check out the sweet dress I found at The Limited recently:


Black & White Rose Dress by The Limited - A great purchase for only $68

This dress is an awesome piece to add to your wardrobe because it's so versatile! Just remember that dress is a tad on the low-cut side, so if you're planning on wearing it to work or to meet the parents or to go on a nice date, do remember to add a cami to the look to keep you looking super classy.

Pair with a nice blazer to make this look business casual appropriate.

Punch up the look with bright shoes or a bright purse (or both)!

Dress - The Limited
Cami - The Limited (they have the best camis!)
Shoes - Michael Kors
Purse - Ann Taylor Loft

Chic Spring Dress

Looking for the perfect dress for spring - something not too casual, but not too dressy? Anthropologie has a great selection of fun & flowy dresses.

My pick:

Savannah Dress - $228 (click for details)
Image and item from anthropologie.com

This dress reminds me of one of those chic ladylike looks a Beyonce would rock. Wear this dress to a daytime or nighttime date or even just to shopping with your girlfriends. Add some hot pumps or wedges and your look is complete, like these:

Vachetta t-strap platform sandal - $128 (click for details)
Image and item from bananarepublic.com

This look will catch any hottie's eye for all the right reasons!

Sexy, Stunning Shoes

While shopping for my perfect pump, I ran across this stunning and oh-so-sexy pair by Giuseppe Zanotti - Jeweled Leather d'Orsay Pumps:

Image and item from saks.com

For a split second (or maybe more than a second) I wondered "Perhaps I don't need those work pumps. Hmm...I could get some pretty good use out of these shoes. I could wear them to...the mall...and...ummm...hanging out with my friends...and...oh yea, the grocery store..." Yea, needless to say I didn't get these babies...oh, if only I could wake up rich! These jeweled Zanotti pumps would so be in my shoe rack!

Any rich girls out there trying to fill their Spring 2007 metallic quota should snatch these pumps up asap! These shoes would fit the metallic trend with class!

Look to Keep for Spring 2007 - Espadrilles

Another great look to keep for Spring 2007 - espadrilles! Yay! Not only are wedges in general super hot this spring, but preppy-looking espadrilles are here to stay...at least for a little longer. Here are some day-time options for every budget:

Great Buy

Image and Item from Macys.com - Anne Klein Vivian Ankle-Wrap Wedge - $79
Get these to add a little extra preppiness to your spring/summer ensemble

A Little Pricey

Image and item from bananarepublic.com - Banana Republic Leather Wedge Espadrilles - $98
Make your spring/summer daytime look a tad more dressy with these leather peep-toe espadrilles

Serious Splurge

Item and image from neimanmarcus.com - Christian Louboutin Satin Slingback Sandal - $310
Add a hint of class with these luxe espadrilles. Bonus - save time & money - you can get 2 spring looks for the price of one with these babies - espadrilles AND the color yellow.

Signature Spring 2007 Top

Does anyone else out there want this top as much as I do?

Image and item from Anthropologie.com - swallowtail halter - $128 (click for details)

At over $100, this top would make a great signature piece for spring/summer 2007. I don't know about you, but a top over $100 better be damn nice and I better get good use out of it...which is why a signature piece here and there for different seasons are always make a good buy. Anywho, this top has lots of great colors in it, making it a good focal point for your outfit. You can let the top be the star of your outfit and wear it with jeans, a black skirt, white pants, and you can even dress it up or down. Brighten up your look by pairing the top with green or turquoise bottoms - just have fun with it! By pairing the same, signature top with different bottoms or accessories, you can get more use out of it without wearing the same stale outfit over and over again, not to mention you can get away with wearing a top you really love more than your normal ones.

Black/White Graphical Bag For SP07

Is this bag not the hottest for spring 2007?

With black, white, and graphics being such serious trends for Spring 2007, this bag's got it going on.

Image and item on eluxury.com - click for details

Opposites Attract for Spring 2007

It looks like the saying "Opposites Attract" couldn't be any truer for Spring 2007 fashion. Luckily for you, you can find all your fave spring 2007 trends in one store - Anthropologie.

Cool cobalt blue is complimented by sunny yellow. These colors will look great together, but make a statement with a gorgeous sundress in one solid color or the other:

Seven Hills Dress - $98 (click for details)


Blue Holly Dress - $188 (click for details)

Wide leg men's style trousers will be in full swing this year, but to keep yourself from getting complimented by businessmen (and I don't mean flirting), sweeten up your look with a girly top:

Safe Passage Pants - $118


Algarve Blouse - $78

All images and items from Anthropologie.com

A Dress For Any Occasion - Spring 2007

With dresses still being so hot for Spring 2007, there are a bazillion choices for all your warm-weather occasions. If you're on the lookout for great dresses for this spring, look no further:

1. Day Time Diva

Image and item from Nordstrom.com - Ella Moss Waldo Dress (click for details)
This comfy cotton dress would be the perfect daytime dress for going to the mall or hanging out with your girlfriends. The green and black stripes will look hot with boots during transition weather and simple flats once things heat up. Perfect with a long beaded necklace

2. Day Time Date

Image and item from Guess.com - Desert Palm Dress (click here for details)
Since when did Guess get so classy? The white polka dots on the navy empire dress invoke a certain sense of preppy, making this a perfect day time date dress. Coincidently, if you're headed to a more casual wedding this spring 07, this may just be the perfect look, but maybe not so much for a black tie affair. Pair with white espadrilles to complete the look.

3. Work It, Girl!

Image and item from saks.com - Diane VonFurstenburg Short Sleeve Shirtdress (click for details)
What's black and white and oh-so-trendy? How bout this wrap dress, which is not only hot for Spring 2007, but is a great look for work. If you want to update your work wardrobe, remember this DVF number. This ladylike cut, paired with some round toe pumps and simple diamond studs make your workday look corner office appropriate.

4. Meet the Parents

Image and item from jcrew.com - Leilani printed poplin dress (click for details)
Ok, so if your honey's parents are super conservative, you may want to check out dress #3, but IMHO, this dress is oh-so-ladylike and would make a great first impression (or regular visit if you've been together awhile). This dress reminds me a lot of something Sarah Jessica Parker would wear - the full skirt and preppy pattern make the look simply chic. Pair with some simple strappy sandals or pumps to let the dress shine.

5. Date Night Dress

Image and item from Nordstrom.com - Tocca 'Vivienne' Dress (click for details)
If you're trying to figure out what to wear for a date this spring, try this flirty and uber romantic dress by Tocca. The look is reminiscent of Marie Antoinette (thanks Kirsten Dunst), but the frilly ruffles and simple off white tone are updated with this modern cut. Look sweet and sexy with this fabulous dress, which would look great with simple strappy shoes.

Happy dress shopping, darlings!

Hot Tod's

Darn you, Tod's. Why do you torture me so?


Image and purse from eLuxury.com (click for details)

Is this purse sass or what?! This will be especially hot for spring with white still being such a hot color. This purse would surely make you the envy of every girl in the room. C'est chic, n'est-ce pas?

Fashion Friend Week Finale 1/26/07

Check out all the hotness going on in the blogosphere

Couture in the City blogs about Must Have Shoes by Isabella Fiore

Image and Shoes from eLuxury.com (click for details)

Shop Diary gives us the scoop on the latest Miu Miu S/S 2007 Ad Campaign

Kiss Me, Stace asks if Large Bags are In or Out and debates the health effects.

The Daily Obsession shows us some of her faves of the Derek Lam SP07 Bag Collection

Catwalk Queen gives us Winter Accessory advice via Shiny Fashion TV

SheFinds shows us how to get the celebrity Golden Globe look on a budget

Thanks for all the great posts, lovelies! Keep rockin your blogs!