A Few Cover-up Ideas

1. Victoria Secret Dress

2. Romper

3. Simple Tunic

4. Striped Dress

5. Bright Coverup

Scoop it up while it's hot!

Summer fashion is slowing disappearing to make room for fall finds. This is unfortunate because most of us have quite some time left with sizzling temperatures. Therefore, scoop up some of these last minute finds that won't break the bank but will look great for your time left in the heat!

1. Victoria's Secret

2. Bikini

3. Dark Skinny Bermuda Short

4. Strapless Dress

5. Knit Cutout Dress

Five Fab Finds

1. Racerback Maxi dress

2. Puma Flat

3. Michael Kors watch

4. Strapless Dress

5. Racerback dress

Utility Pants.....

The nice thing about the utility pant/cargo pant seen on the celebs lately is that they can last from summer through fall. They go nicely with a simple tank top and can be paired with a cool boyfriend blazer for evening. The cropped version is more "in" right now and with a pair of neutral wedges and chunky bangles can easily been worn out on the town.


1. Topshop

2. Forever 21

3. Gap

4. Abercrombie

5. Jcrew

Generation....

I love BCBG for great dresses and other items. Its sister brand, BCBG generation now has an online store and they have tons of cute finds for under $100. I've bought the line before and the quality is not disappointing. Also, just be aware that you may need one size up in the dresses/skirts because they run a tad short. Besides that, the options are endless....




1. Floral Print Dress

2. Maxi Dress

3. LBD

4. Printed Top

5. Skirt

6. Clutch

The skinny on shorts.....

Shorts are a tough purchase to make. I am devoting this post on shorts that are ok for those that don't necessarily have matchstick thighs. These are some options that are universally flattering.

1. Gap Bermuda Shorts Wearing a darker, more relaxed fit of shorts creates a slim look. Pair these with a gray deep v-neck t-shirt and nude wedges for a casual and comfy look.

2. Old Navy Shorts A trick with shorts is to buy one size up and wear them slung more on your hips so that they don't squeeze your mid-section or upper thigh. These would look great with a bright camisole or neon skinny belt.

3. Jcrew If you are comfortable with a shorter short, a patterned style is another way to look slim. Again, I would advise going a size up and wearing these more on your hips with a loose tee on top. These would look great with a simple white v-neck or navy blue tank.

4. Banana Bermuda Short
I have owned a few Banana Republic Bermuda Shorts and they do fit a curvier behind. Also, these are more dressy. So, I would wear with a flowy silk top and shoes with a heel. If you pair with a loose fitting top your legs will look even thinner underneath.

5. Wink Silk Paperbag Short
If you are bold and want to look fashion-forward, these paperbag shorts are perfect. They fit really loose and high on the waist. You must tuck in a fitted shirt in order to pull this off.

Shoe deals

Another good online site for shoes is AkiraChicago.com. They have a decent selection of really unique styles. Here are some deals they have going on right now.

1. Wedges

2. Metallic Gladiator Heels

3. Cutout Flats

4. Colorful Flat Sandals

5. Tall Nude Wedges

Put it in the bag....

1. Cross Body Satchel This works well as a casual cross-body bag or a great evening-out clutch. It comes in black or rose.Sat

2. Satin Bow Clutch Another great bag that can easily be used for any more formal event you have to attend.

3. Leather Hobo Bag Such a great deal for a large carryall bag. Perfect for travel.

4. BDG Canvas bag A great pool or beach bag that won't embarrass you as you stroll out onto the street.

5. Marc by Marc Jacobs Use as a pouch to hold items or as a cute clutch to add a punch of pattern to your look.

Shady Lady

Sunglasses can really add a lot to your look. If they are oversized, they help eliminate the need for makeup or can hide flaws. If they are unique or funky they can act as an additional accessory. If they are designer, they can help your casual outfit look more expensive. Here are some really cute designer sunglasses that are under $150.




1. Marc by Marc Jacobs

2. Ray Ban

3. Michael by Michael KORS

4. Carrera

5. Diane Von Furstenburg

Haute Looks

When the temperatures climb it may be hard to find something cute to wear. However, here are some items that won't make you sweat but still look stylish.....

1. Satin Shorts

2. Maxi Halter Dress

3. Ankle Cuff Sandal

4. Summer Jersey Dress

5. Three Pocket Dress

Lofty Dressing

1. Empire Waist Dress

2. Lace Skirt

3. Ruffle Neck Halter

4. Petite Linen Dress with Ruffle]

5. Mini Spots Dress

Saks Sale

Right now Saks Fifth Avenue is having a pretty great sale and the stuff online isn't too picked over. Here are some great items I found. Check them out:)

1. Tory Burch Sneakers

2. Halston Heritage Bag Sarah Jessica Parker wore tons of Halston Heritage in STC2 and this bag is a steal and super useful.

3. Ali Ro Silk Dress

4. Theory Racerback dress

5. Michael Kors Sandals These are by far the most pricey of the items I chose, but are worth it because they would go with literally any dress you buy for summer events. The nude is in season and they look comfortable and classy.

Friday Fab Finds

Here are five items that are under $100 and are great for hot weather. Little dresses, a cute skirt, cutoffs, and sandals all make great day outfits for the heat.


1. Cut-off shorts

2. Sandals

3. Summer dress

4. Silk Dress

5. Floral Skirt

Body Bronze

My friend Devin showed up to my baby shower with the most amazing tan. Thinking she had been laying out daily to achieve such a glow, I asked her what she'd been doing. She then told me about an amazing spray tan in a bottle that she had used and loved. Here are the details on how to get a quick, beautiful tan in a cinch.

Body Drench- Tanning mist sunless tanner

Shhhh.....

Not such a secret anymore.......Victoria Secret has amazing sales online right now. You can basically get a bikini, dress, and sandals for under $100. Their dresses and swimsuits are super cute as well as some of their other apparel. Check out some of these items.




1. Strapless Dress

2. V-neck dress

3. Playdress

4. Wrap

5. Espadrilles

6. Peace sign sandals

7. Bikini

8. Basic Racerback Tank

Nothing but Net

Feeling festive after a Chicago Blackhawks win last night, I decided to post options for sporting events. If you have trouble finding apparel to wear out to a day at the field, here are some options that are more fitted than an XL Jersey. Paired with Jean cut-offs or skinny jeans and converse shoes, you will look stylish in any of these options. I even posted one Men's shirt in case he is also in need of a supportive shirt. Go Team!


1. Victoria Secret Baseball collection

2. Victoria Secret Collegiate Collection

3. Urban Outfitters

4. Urban Outfitters

5. Nordstrom Men's Shirt

Top Five Finds

Sometimes I find some great deals out there that I have to share. Here are my top five this week..... act quickly because they probably won't last!!!!


1. Kensie Girl Heeled Sandals These are so fun for summer. The colored ones would look great with an all-black dress or black tank top and skirt. The all black ones would look great with any style. The heels aren't high and the ankle straps add a lot of comfort.

2. Banana Slim Cargo Pant All the celebs are wearing slim fit j-brand cargo pants with heels. These are the same style for a ton less and look so cute with nude wedges or heels. I would pair a more loose racerback tank with these to balance out the fitted bottom.

3. Printed Scarf Scarfs work well through summer if paired with a light top and shorts or cropped jeans. Pair a fun, brightly patterned scarf with a white tank top and skirt.

4. Evening clutch A great evening clutch can last you years and years. This particular one looks super expensive and works for all weddings and special events. It is under $100 but looks like it is much more than that.

5. Gladiator Sandals Fun Gladiator sandals for summer that are great for any casual event.

Flip-Flopped

Given my current condition, my feet are a teeny bit swollen right now. Therefore, flip flops are looking better and better. You don't have to be pregnant to like a comfy, cute pair of flops. They are great for the beach and pool or running a quick errand. Here are some cute styles that are easy to use all summer long.

1. Havaianas Gladiator style These are cute and Havaianas have become a go-to flip flop brand. The nice thing about metallic is that they appear a little more dressy than the plastic they are.

2. Diane Von Furstenberg DVF flip flops for under $35 and they are super cute!!! Need I say more?

3. Tory Burch These flops definitely will lend themselves more to running errands straight from the pool or beach. Reminder to choose a darker-soled flip flop because they won't require as much daily washing.

4. JCrew Why not get a flip flop that is inexpensive but has a bit of embellishment? I like these in the metallic hydrangea color the best.

5. Cole Haan These are on sale and Cole Haan is notorious for comfort. Plus, they are on sale:)

Check it out!

Today I was a guest blogger for Eating Made Easy. Check out the site for my latest post on dressing for your body shape:) Let me know what you think and stay tuned for more posts soon!

Down the aisle...

Summer wedding season is in full swing and if you are like my friends, you are in at least one wedding in the next few months. Finding an appropriate bridesmaid shoe can be a chore. And, what is more difficult, is finding a shoe that is somewhat comfortable. I found a few ideas that may work (unless you don't have a choice in the matter).

1. Caparros These come in a variety of colors, are not too high in heel height, and satin goes with most bridesmaid styles.

2. Anne Klein Aussie Dress SandalThe pewter color is perfect for any blue-hue of dress. These are under $100 and could be worn to another formal event later on.

3. Michael Antonio If the wedding is black tie, or the dress is floor-length, these are perfect shoes. They are super dressy, but under $60! They come in a variety of metallic shades and aren't too high in height.

4. MaxStudioIf you have the liberty of going a little more fashion-forward with your shoe choice (and you can wear black) these are the perfect blend of trendy and dressy. This shoe will look great with a simple black strapless or one-shoulder bridesmaid dress.

5. Nine West Lollypop These come in a variety of colors and the nice thing about zappos is the ability to order and return the shoes very quickly if they don't work.

6. Nina Gesalyn Champagne-colored bridesmaid dresses are often the most difficult to match a shoe to. This gold satin color may match perfectly.

7. Nina Website Design your own The Nina Shoe website has a really cool feature that allow you to design your own shoe. There are a variety of colors and styles and you can choose the heel color, sole color, and embellishments. Perfect gift for your bridal party or if you need a really specific shoe that you can't find and want to design yourself!!!