Flower Power

This spring I'm loving the idea of purchasing a floral scarf! I wear so many solid clothes, and think a print scarf would quickly and easily jazz up my outfits! As we get closer to spring, I'm sure there will be many more flower scarf options to choose from, but this is what I've found so far:

1. Floral Bauble Scarf - $24.50
2. Ditsy Print Scarf - $12.50
3. Flashback Flowers Silk Blend Scarf - $14.99
4. Floral Scarf - $24.50
5. Floral Trimmed Woven Scarf - $7.90
6. Groovy Flowers Scarf - $34.50
7. Simply Vera Vera Wang Botanica Scarf - $30.00
8. Elegant Rose Scarf - $34.50
9. Rose Scarf - $24.50

Merona Trapunto Dress

This time of year is pretty exciting because everyone is just about sick of the snow and cold weather, but the fashion world is quickly gearing up for spring! I love "window shopping" online and looking at all the fun new spring pieces! It really helps me get over my winter funk!

Today I spent some time looking at Target and was so excited when I came across this dress! It seems like the last 3 (at least!?) spring collections have included this dress or something very, very close! I have a version of this dress in a royal blue from at least 3 years ago? I'm not even sure how old it is! I love it though because for some reason it is the easiest thing to add pieces to and get a completely different look! Some pieces are just easier to wear than others, ya know?

Trust me, if you like how this dress fits, it will quickly become a staple in your wardrobe! It's dressy enough for work (for most places!) and casual enough that it's perfect for the weekend, a girls lunch, a bbq, or even as a swim suit cover up if you wish! OK I may be day dreaming about warmer weather activities here..FOCUS!

Here are the 4 colors this year, in addition to brown ("Spanish Brown") and black ("Ebony"):

Swimmers Blue, Haywire Purple, Aqua, & Cactus Green

Styling suggestions:
A typical rule of thumb I try to follow - if a dress comes with a belt - don't use it as a belt. Maybe that's me being snobby, but generally speaking the item will like SO much better if you use your own belt with it! One way to make use of that extra piece of fabric (if you just hate to throw away a good piece of.. belt?) is to wear it as a headband or make it into a bracelet - heck, use it to decorate a present - just don't use it as a belt... you can do better!

This dress pairs really nicely with leggings, boots and a sweater during the cooler temperatures! Also try wearing a long sleeve shirt under it, or even a button up! With the scoop neck, there is just enough room for a collar to peek out, and it's cute!

Want one more reason why you should check out this dress? It's $24.99 people! Whether you go for a neutral brown or black, or one of the fun colors, at least give it a try! Every time I wear mine I get compliments and people are shocked  that it came from Target.

Have I won you over? Let us know if you try it on and what you think!

P.S. If I seem a little unusually sarcastic and enthusiastic, I blame it on Fashion Police - I watched it for the first time last night (I know!) and loved Joan's take no prisoners attitude!

Denim

Denim on denim is baaaack. And I kinda want to run for the hills! I just have bad visions of the "Canadian tuxedo" that was rocked in the 90's and really boxy jean jackets! I'm telling you, it doesn't have to be that way.

Here are some runway shots of this denim trend for Spring 2011.

Need more real-life inspiration? Check out these blogger's looks with denim chambray shirts.

What Would a Nerd Wear

Good Life For Less

Clothed Much

Kendi Everyday

The Daybook

What do you think? Obviously not all of the pictures show denim on denim.. but what a great variety of ways to wear a denim shirt! ...And truthfully, the light denim shirt with dark jeans actually looks... pretty cute! I'm no longer as scared!

If you're thinking "I've got to get a denim chambray shirt!"... I've found a few options for you!

1) Denim button up - $22.80

2) Denim shirt - $59.50

3) Denim boyfriend shirt - $19.80
4) Chambray boyfriend shirt - $44.50
5) Pintucked tunic - $26.50
6) Chambray tuxedo shirt -$29.99 on sale!

Other denim shirt options: here, here, here, here, here, and here!

Clearly you can find these shirts just about anywhere in a price that will meet your budget!

Golden Globes

Golden Globes 2011 breakdown.. according to Tina!

Best Dressed - for me this goes to the stunning Anne Hathaway. I love everything about her look - the dress looks great on her and her hair looks fab!

Honorable mention goes to Carrie Underwood!

My favorite red carpet trends: emerald green, one strap, pink & black!

My favorite is definitely the emerald green (and Mila Kunis!):

Angelina & Mila Kunis

Elizabeth Moss & Catherine Zeta Jones

One strap wonders:

Amy Adams, Julie Bowen, Mandy Moore, & Julia Stiles

Pretty Pinks:

Claire Danes, Emma Stone, & Lea Michele

Stunning in Black:

Eva Longoria & Piper Perabo

The princess award goes to:

Olivia Wilde

On to the bad news..

For me, the worst of the worst is Helena Bonham Carter. I get that she is "creative" and "having fun".. but seriously? The hair, the dress, the shoes, the attitude! Not a fan.

Second worse for me is Tilda Swinton:

These numbers I was just confused about.. not loving, not extremely hating (I know I'm going to get crap for putting January Jones into this category - I just don't love it):

Natalie Portman, January Jones, Christina Aguilera, & Michelle Williams

I don't know if you all noticed this too, but there were a few ladies with insanely high slits that got dangerously close to showing off lady parts! I'm serious! The coochy offenders:

Halle Berry & Megan Fox

Who caught your eye??

Are you watching???

Stay tuned for one, or a couple posts on our favorite picks!

Bootights

I have new item on my wish list: BOOTIGHTS!! I saw bootights on Oprah last week (via DVR!) as she was introducing some new, must-have, 2011 items.  Bootights have socks attached to the tights, so you dont have to put on tights and then socks.  The socks are wiked, which keeps your foot dry and less stinky :)  I don't usually get runs in my tights, but I always make a toe-hole in my tights (which is sooo annoying to throw away perfectly good tights!). 

There are all types of tight designs : argyle, herringbone (seen here), opaque, cableknit, pin stripe and even fishnet!  The colors that can be found are black and grey. You can even choose sock length depending on your boot height.  However, I predict that with an endorsement from Oprah, this company will begin to expand their products. The bootights cost around $30 and stores are even starting to sell them.  You can look and see where they are in your own state.

I wear tights and socks quite a bit during the week since I am out in the community, seeing clients, and it is COLD right now.  I think this product would be a very practical addition to my wardrobe.  I might have to get a pair and have a product review post :) Do you think bootights would be a good addition to your wardrobe??

Braid power!

If y'all haven't noticed the popular side braid style yet - you will after this post! It's everywhere (and has been for sometime), including my most recent copy of In Style magazine (thanks hubs, great Christmas gift!).

I immediately thought of Claire when I saw the article in my magazine! She flawlessly sported the braid during grad school and I definitely think she could rock this side braid look - if she hasn't already!?!

Here are some pictures of celebrities sporting this style!

Thanks to Hairstyles for All and styles for long hair for the pics!

Last night I tried it out and I would need many, many bobby pins to make it work! I'm always looking for cute looks for lazy hair days (everyday? haha.), so stay tuned!

What are your thoughts on the side braid??