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Shoe-Nomics: Stretching the Shoe Dollar

Shoe-Nomics: Stretching the Shoe Dollar

August 7, 2009
By Karyn Taylor Okelo
Owner, Sovereignty KO Collections, LLC
IMAGES, Courtesy of SKOCollections.com

No need to go out and burn through your rainy-day money for that new pair of $500 designer shoes this season. Play it smart and sassy in this recession! Try recycling. Read more »

 

The Short Report

The Short Report

July 13, 2009
By Lisa Ponzoli
Owner of Babe, a Boutique in Federal Hill

Shorts are one of the hardest wardrobe pieces to wear. However, they are also one of the most comfortable and practical pieces for summertime. Here are a few tips from Lisa Ponzoli — Owner of Babe, a Boutique in Federal Hill (www.babeaboutique.com) — to help you find the right style. Read more »

 

Celebrity Style Worth Copying

If you like what you are wearing you will feel more confident.

Celebrity Style Worth Copying

June 8, 2009
By Colin Megaro

Colin Megaro, celebrity stylist and founder of Planet Style Concierge (PlanetStyleConcierge.com), says we can often look to celebrities for style cues. Which celebrity is a sure-fire hit when it comes to style? “There are a few celebrities who always catch my eye,” Megaro says. Read more »

 

Print This!

Print This!

May 13, 2009
By Sara Rogers
Image courtesy from BodenUSA.com

Prints are an important trend for spring and summer. They span the gamut from exotic animal prints to geometric designs. When it comes to choosing prints, keep in mind that light colors tend to make you look bigger and dark colors make you look smaller. Read more »

 

Test-Drive a Gucci

Test-Drive a Gucci

April 7, 2009
By Pamela Pekerman

You would never buy a Ferrari without test driving it; why buy a Fendi without giving it a whirl, either? If you are thinking about investing in a signature handbag that costs the same as a mortgage payment, then consider this Smart Style Tip from handbag guru and BagTrends.com founder Pamela Pekerman. Read more »

 

The Height of Fashion

The Height of Fashion

March 17, 2009
By Bianca Sultana

When it comes to Spring 2009 shoe trends, I’m seeing the great divide between sidewalk flats and skyscraper heights. Anything in between, is just that. Read more »