After my experience of walking to school and work everyday, I’ve come to realize that it is a lot harder to dress good, while staying warm too. It’s easy to find a comfort of a black North Face jacket, with plain jeans and Ugg boots…everyday.

But the problem with this look is that you become content with settling for less, and all the adorable clothes in your closet just become moot and you see them once in a great while, maybe for special occasions.

My goal this winter is to find clothing items that we women can rely on. Clothes that are cute, stylish, and of course, WARM. Take a look at my pics for this week that I found using magazines, articles, reviews, and my own personal shopping and buying!

1) A Wool Sporty Hoody - Find yourself a good fitted hoody that has a nice collar and buttons. One with a waist wrap and cuffed sleeves is preferred.

2) A thick shawl or scarf - Infinity scarfs are great because they are really thick, warm, and trendy. Choose a neutral colored scarf or shawl that you can wear with almost anything. Scarfs always look cute with a nice jacket and keep your poor neck safe from that wicked wind!

3) Warm High-top Boots - You can look in any direction and find women wearing boots nowadays. You can find really cute boots at almost any clothing store. My suggestion is to get at least one good pair of boots without a high heel that are suitable for all weather conditions. A pair of suedes that lace up are a good choice because the material is sustainable and the lace-ups are durable and add a fun edge versus the typical zip-up kind.

4) Weatherproof BIG bags - You need to fit everything in it, you need it to be safe in the rain. Find a good bag that you can carry your essentials in! And guess what? They don’t have to be an expensive leather bag. A fine-knit material is just as good in harsh weather conditions while walking outside. Get a bag that is black, brown, or gray so that water isn’t totally noticeable and so your bag won’t clash with what you’re wearing.

5) Convertible wool gloves - Have you ever tried to text or get money out of your wallet with super-cold hands? It’s nearly impossible! Get yourself a GOOD PAIR of gloves! (Not the $1 kind from Fred Meyers) The convertible ones are great because you can wear the mitten while walking from point A to point B, and flip back the ends to have the glove for times when you need your fingers.

In my opinion, you shouldn’t be afraid to spend a few extra dollars on good quality clothing items, especially when they are much needed to keep you warm! I think it’s extremely worthwhile to invest in items like the ones above. My travels have been much more enjoyable!

I don’t know about you, but I love being a girl. No matter what time of the year it is, if I want to completely change my look I can change my hair color, get a hair cut and adjust my makeup accordingly and I feel like a completely different person.

I have been going back and forth whether or not to have long hair or short hair. I got married last August and I grew my hair out for a year for the wedding. So after the wedding the first thing I wanted to do was chop it all off - and I did!

Since I cut it off to about shoulder length, I have been letting it grow out ever since. It has been about six months so I finally have some length back. Now it comes down to this question - do I keep the look I have had for the last few months or should I start looking at new hairstyles?

My whole life I have always had the pattern to go blonder in the spring and summer time and darker in the fall and winter. The problem is I have been blond now since last summer and I am getting bored with it.

I think next time I go to the salon I am going to get a whole new look! I want to add a bunch of brown back into my hair and just give it a little more of an edge. The picture I attached is what I have in mind.

I will keep you all posted on how it goes…

Wish me luck!

I know we are only in the middle of January, but Spring is right around the corner! What do we have to look forward to in these upcoming Spring months? I made a list of some of the top trends to look out for according to NYC Fashion Week. From looking at the photographs I can see why these styles are coming back! There is a lot to look forward to in the next upcoming months.

1. Square Sun glass Frames - If you haven’t tried on a pair of these bad boys you are missing out! The square is the new circle - check it out!

2. Sexy Backs are back.. no pun intended Like they ever went anywhere, but they are extra hot this Spring so be ready to bare some back!

3. The t-shirt dress - these dresses are comfortable, hot and super stylish this summer!

4. Pastel suits for men! I know it is about time they stepped into some Spring colors!

5. Printed Denim for the men.

When the weather gets cold - you have to keep dressing warmer. What are the winter weather styles for 2009?

Lets start with the most important layer - a good coat. Depending on your budget a nice coat can be anywhere from $100 - $1,000. I know it is a big price range, but remember you are going to get what you pay for. When looking at winter jackets there are a few things to keep in mind. First of all, you want it to be warm - the whole point of a jacket is to keep you warm and toasty. The second thing to consider is versatility. The more versatile the jacket the better - think of it like this, a black jacket vs. a bright colored plaid jacket - which one are you going to get the most use out of? Last but not least you have to remember a flattering fit. You do not want to look like a marshmallow! Choose a style that is flattering to your figure and your pocket book.

Once you have found the perfect winter jacket the next step is to find the perfect boots. During the wintertime a good warm pair of boots can provide good insulation all winter long. Whether you go with ankle boots or knee high boots make sure they are the right fit for you. This winter boots are hotter then ever - be sure to check out all the latest styles such as tie up boots, lace up boots and even cut out shoes!

So you have the shoes and the jacket it is now time to think about the perfect winter hat. I myself am a visor bean fan. They are warm, cute and very stylish. They are also very affordable. Not only do they come in a variety of colors and styles but they are very versatile and can be worn with just about anything!

I hope these styles give you a jump-start for your winter wardrobe!

If you are wondering what is at the top of the trends reports - look no farther then right here. Below I have listed the top 6 trends for 2009.

1. Biker brigade - That is right designers went hog wild with this trend. They took the original bikers jacket and turned it into a tough chick must have. A new look for a biker jacket by tapering the jacket and shortening the length.

2. Boudoir Crossing - All eyes are on the bust this fall. From lacy to leather this is a risky look to pull off!

3. Forties and fabulous - You guessed it - we are going back to the forties for fashion tips!

4. Party like it is 1983 - Getting a little closer to this generation - the eighties are full of metallic and acid wash jeans. Who can forget those looks? Apparently not all the latest designers.

5.  Ruche Hour - Drapes are back and bigger and better then ever. Layers are a must have along with enough fabric for extra draping.

6. Smart Investments - Can anyone say camel hair? Risky times call for risky measures - from camel hair suits to classic pin stripes.

As you can see it is going to be an interesting future…for the runways!

Can you believe that summer is slowly coming to an end and it is already time to start thinking about fall? How did summer creep by so fast? Well unfortunately it is true that summer is almost over and it is time to start thinking about fall fashion. So what are the new top fall trends for Fall 2009?

1. Lets start with a classic - the fitted jacket. Now ladies the jacket should be fitted to show off some of those curves.

2. A crisp white shirt with long sleeves - a must have for your fall collection. The varieties are endless from cotton to a nice stretch material.

3. Solid black pantsuit - the most flattering outfit for a workingwomen and a classic look.

4. Can you say turtle neck… don’t worry we are talking about the sweater turtle neck that always helps bring your face into focus and has earned its place as a must have for the fall.

5. Neutral colored jackets - it will go with everything in your closet - that’s why

6. Tall boots - you cannot go wrong with this look whether they are worn with a mini skirt or tucked into your favorite skinny jeans.

7. Big Leather Bag - you will never run out of room in this style of purse!
Alright there is your heads up - now hit the mall - I know I need to

If you want a nice glow all summer long but you don’t want to damage your skin I have the perfect solution. The answer to all your summer needs is an airbrush tan. Unlike the sun airbrush tans are UV free and do not cause premature aging or cancer!

If you have never had an airbrush tan I encourage you to give it a try! I have only done it a couple times in my life, but I have always been happy with the results.

The first time I had an airbrush tan done it was before my sister’s wedding. All of the bridesmaids and my sister the bride decided to do it. Everyone’s tan turned out pretty good. Keep in mind her wedding was 4 years ago and technology has improved a lot.

The only complaint to our tan back then was it did rub off a little on our dresses. Other then that they looked natural and everyone had there own glow. Since then I think the salons have mastered the art of airbrush tanning.  They can even match the color of tan they use to your skin tone!

I plan on getting an airbrush tan for my wedding day! I am so excited to have it done – I will keep you all posted on how it goes ☺

I have a wedding in 3 months! So I have started working out everyday and with this I am running low on work out gear. I decided to surf the Internet and see what is in style for work out gear and find myself some new outfits. My typical workout attire consists of sports bra (usually Nike, or Adidas); work out shorts or workout pants - usually stretchy and my running shoes.

Having good support and wearing comfortable work out clothes are my two main concerns. I also love to wear black when I work out. I think this is because it is slimming. I also like to wear bright clothes when I work out. I think this is because I don’t normally get a way with wearing bright clothing but if it is workout gear it feels like anything goes.

I usually get my work out gear from Nike or Target depending on what I am looking for. If I am looking for a good cheap bargain on workout clothes Target is the way to go, but if I am looking for good quality items like a nice fitting sports bra Nike by far is my first choice.

When surfing the net I find a couple great online stores that I just might have to shop at! One I recommend you checking out is:
http://www.collegefashion.net/college-life/exercise-in-style-cute-workout-clothes-for-the-gym/

Happy Shopping!

Just the other day I had an eye doctor appointment. My eye doctor informed me that I was going to need glasses. Now I knew my vision was a little blurry but I had no idea I was going to need glasses! Lucky for me eyeglasses are very stylish and some people even wear glasses just for that reason! So what is in style for eyewear for 2009? Well I decided to do some research and see what my best options would be for eyewear.

I found out that for women thick plastic frames in rectangular shapes are very popular. I have seen these styles around a lot and I think they are pretty cute. The next question that came to my mind was what style of frames would look best on me. I know what the current style trend is, but can I pull it off?

I learned that the frame you choose should match your best feature. Example if your eyes are green - look into green frames. The second thing I learned is the shape of your frames should contrast with your shape face. An example of this rule is if you have a round face a rectangular frame is recommended and vice versa. The last thing to keep in mind is the frame size should scale well with your face size.

After learning these tips I am happy to report that I have found the perfect frames!

It is a guilty pleasure of mine to watch the Oscars. I love to check out all of the latest looks put together by celebrities and then rate them.  This year the celebrity that stood out the most to me was Ann Hathaway. I loved the dress she was wearing and I thought that she really glowed in it. The dress was a breath taking Armani gown and fit her body perfectly.

My second favorite look was Natalie Portman. She chose a radiant pink chiffon strapless gown that really stood out. Bright colors can be risky if you do not choose wisely but Natalie chose a color that was very complimenting to her skin tone and make up.

My third pick for who heated up the red carpet was Alicia Keys. She also chose a lilac Armani gown and was not afraid of wearing a brighter color. I loved the cut of this gown and thought it looked amazing on her.