Designer for less: Roland Mouret for Banana Republic

August 10, 2014, 10:11 pm

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Your fall work wardrobe is sorted with the new Roland Mouret for Banana Republic collection. Filled with simple chic dresses, pencil skirts, blazers and crop tops in an elegant mix of black, navy, white and fuchsia, these clothes are made to be worn from desk to dinner. We’re loving designer touches like the black and navy leopard print, asymmetrical silhouettes and colorblocking. Hurry though, the collection is selling out fast!

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Kids’ shark clothing and accessories to celebrate Shark Week

August 11, 2014, 10:00 pm

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Like The Wizard of Oz and Peanuts holiday cartoons, Discovery Channel’s Shark Week has become a late-summer favorite for the whole family. Sure, we could say we love it purely for it’s educational value, but really, who doesn’t love watching episode after episode of one of our favorite predators chomping down on a rubber seal in the name of science? If your kids, like mine, are big shark and Shark Week fans, they’ll probably love the shark clothing and accessories available to them. The great thing about the shark-themed styles: they are practically gender-neutral and fun for any age. Choose pajamas, swimwear or rainboots…there are plenty of shark clothing and accessory styles to take them straight through until Shark Week 2015.

Clockwise from left:
Western Chief Shark Chomp Light-Up Rain Boot, $30, nordstrom.com
Mackenzie Blue Shark Travel Case, $15, potterybarnkids.com
SunBusters Reusable Swim Diaper in Shark, $12, diapers.com
Kickee Pants Pajama Set in Lemon Shark , $27, diapers.com
Stanton Short in Embroidered Shark Diver, $50, jcrew.com
Volcom Sharks Tank, $10, tillys.com

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It’s official: double denim is a “do” + how to wear it

August 11, 2014, 10:33 pm

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It’s official, double denim is a trend, appearing on the covers of both Marie Claire and Glamour magazines this month. But how to wear this tricky trend without looking like a “don’t”? The key is to choose tops and bottoms in different washes. Dark denim + light denim or denim worn with white or black denim. Below are some of our favorite denim shirt/pant combinations for inspiration.

1969 Denim Shirt $59.95 – Gap

Rails Harper Contrast-Paneled Denim Shirt $147.00 – Saks Fifth Avenue

Current/Elliott ‘The Prep School’ Denim Shirt $218.00 – Nordstrom

Current/Elliott ‘The Perfect’ Button Front Denim Shirt $198.00 – Nordstrom

Paige Denim ‘Kadie’ Denim Shirt $169.00 – Nordstrom

Becket Shirt – Hayward $199.00 – Paige Denim

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More wearable than you think: patchwork denim

August 12, 2014, 10:57 pm

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In case you haven’t heard, patchwork denim is a thing right now. Forget the hippie images of colorful patches on holey jeans, this season’s patchwork is more elegant and refined. Think colorblocked denim in a variety of washes on jeans, shirts, dresses and jackets. Below are some patchwork pieces to add to your denim wardrobe now.

Celeste Color Block Shirt $139.50 $99 – Club Monaco

FRAME Le Skinny Colorblock Denim Jeans, Hayden $269.00 $94 – Neiman Marcus

Ganni Denim Shirt $241.84 $121.89 – Asos

Moto patchwork western jacket $104.00 – Topshop

LOVE Moschino Women’s Denim Patchwork Long Sleeve Dress $375.00 – Amazon.com

Jonathan Simkhai Patchwork Denim Dress $385.00 $197 – STYLEBOP.com

Blank NYC Spray On $98.00 – Designs by Stephene

Fade to Blue Tri-Color Patchwork Slim-Fit Jeans, Medium Blue $119.00 – Last Call by Neiman Marcus

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The pencil skirt is on point for fall

August 13, 2014, 10:10 pm

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As we transition our summer to fall wardrobe, we’re putting away the casual shorts and tanks we favor in the heat and trading them for skirts and blouses that can last from day to night. This fall’s hot day-to-night look is monopolized by the versatile pencil skirt. Perfect for a day at the office paired with heels and a smart blazer or great for cocktails with the girls with booties and a graphic tee, the pencil skirt is the perfect way to welcome fall.

From left to right:

Search for Sanity Lace Midi Skirt, $89, at piperlime.com

Blue Underlay Lace Skirt, $79.50, at loft.com

ASTR Textured Geo-Print Pencil Skirt, $54, at nordstrom.com

The Fifth Label Hey Blondie Skirt, $79, at piperlime.com

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Perfect for commuters: the work/play backpack

August 14, 2014, 3:03 pm

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If you’re on the hunt for the perfect new work-to-weekend or back-to-school bag, look no further than this season’s sleek backpack. Offering style, function and hands-free convenience, it’s the perfect way to lighten your load for fall. Here are some of our favorite backpacks for every budget.

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Fall denim trend: coated denim for every body type

August 14, 2014, 10:00 pm

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I’ll be the first to admit that I have a momiform (mom uniform). Skinny jeans, a black top or sweater and sandals or boots…it’s what you catch me in day after day, season after season. As boring as it may sound, I do like to put my own spin on the look with interesting textures and accessories. One of the textures topping my list this year is coated denim. Looking very much like leather but with easier care instructions, coated denim gives your overall look a little attitude. Of course it’s great for a night out, but coated denim is also very daytime-appropriate with a tee and oversize cardigan or a chambray shirt and slip-on sneakers. If black feels a bit too heavy-metal-mama to you, try a rich gray or burgundy coated denim. And don’t be afraid to rock this trend if you’re expecting. It’s guaranteed to make you feel confident and sexy no matter your trimester.

Left to right:
Paige Verdugo Ultra Skinny Maternity Pants, $199, nordstrom.com
1969 Demi Panel Coated Legging Jeans, $27 (sale), gap.com

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BlankNYC Coated Denim in Healthy Selfie, $98, bloomingdales.com
Coated Gray Skinny Ankle Jean, $89.50, bananarepublic.com
Current/Elliott The Ankle Coated Skinny Jeans, $188, cusp.com

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Perfect backpacks for heading back-to-school

August 17, 2014, 10:10 pm

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If you haven’t already started school and have put off on getting the new school supplies, it’s not too late to get the cutest and latest gear. My kids look forward to picking out the perfect backpack each year that surprisingly matches their personality to a “T.” From junior backpacks perfect for preschoolers to big kid backpacks that are functional and cool, these are our favorites for the new school year.

Preschool backpacks, from left to right:

Skip Hop Zoo Packs, $20, at skiphop.com

Teacher’s Pet Backpacks, $29, at landofnod.com

Backpack Jr., $34.95, at garnethill.com

Kitty Cat Backpack, $34.95, at gap.com

Grade school backpacks, from left to right:

There & Backpack, $31.50, at hannaandersson.com

Tucker + Tate Backpacks, $38, at nordstrom.com

Herschel Supply Co. Backpacks, $49.99, at nordstrom.com

MadPax Blok Backpack, $60, at nordstrom.com

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Back-to-school must-have: ankle boots for girls

August 18, 2014, 10:00 pm

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When it comes to back-to-school shopping, finding versatile footwear can be very key. Having a few easy, go-to styles that match nearly everything in your child’s closet can make the difference between a frazzled morning and a calm one. Ankle boots for girls are perfect for just this reason. As soon as the days cool just a bit, she can start wearing styles like the ones featured below with skirts. When the cold hits, the same styles look perfect with jeans or when paired with tights or leggings. And although basic black or brown leather is classic, a metallic may just make her whole ensemble pop.

Clockwise from left:
Small Frye Engineered Buckle Boot, $128, bloomingdales.com
DV by Dolce Vita Sunrise Bootie, $70, nordstrom.com
Wendy Boot, $55, striderite.com
Peek Birch Short Boot, $95, peekkids.com
Sam Edelman Petty Bootie, $65, nordstrom.com
Kors Kids Emmanora Suede Ankle Boots, $68, saks.com

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Get a jump on fall style in equestrian-inspired looks

August 20, 2014, 10:10 pm

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I can almost feel fall in the air and therefore, my style should look that way too. This season one of the biggest trends is the equestrian-inspired look. Go for feminine blouses featuring a fun horse print, tall skinny boots, structured blazers, neutral skinny plaid pants, quilted bags and puffy vests, and chain link jewelry. Incorporating a few of these items into your everyday wardrobe will make casual days a little more preppy and fun.

From left to right:

Sam Edelman Pembrooke Boot, $189.95, at nordstrom.com

Composed Pintuck Buttondown, $78, at anthropologie.com

Quilted Nylon Barn Vest, $118, at cwonder.com

Plaid Shirtdress, $79.50, at loft.com

Berry Horse Pendant, $28, at nordstrom.com

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It’s a cinch: Dapper Snappers toddler belts

August 21, 2014, 10:00 pm

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Adjustable waistbands go a long way toward extending the fit and life of kids’ clothing. Still, if you happen to have a really tall, skinny kid, he or she may have an incredibly hard time keeping his or her pants, skirts and shorts up. Of course there are toddler-sized traditional belts on the market, but as we all know, extra buckles and potty-training kids just don’t mesh well. Thanks to an ingenious design, Dapper Snappers toddler belts solve all the problems of waist gap for little ones. With snaps and/or clips, Dapper Snappers affix to the back of a toddler’s waistband. This helps cinch up the slack without making pants feel uncomfortable, tight or difficult to remove. With an assortment of both solid colors and cute prints, you can easily make the belts blend in or become an accessory. If you happen to be pregnant, it’s worth checking out Dapper Snappers for adults, too! Worn on the front of the waistband, they make it easy for you to eek out a few more weeks from your pre-pregnancy clothing.

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Dapper Snappers Solid Toddler Belts, $11, dappersnappers.com
Add-On Clips for Original Dapper Snappers, $3.50, dappersnappers.com
Dapper Snappers Toddler Belts in Prints, $11, dappersnappers.com

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Try a wedge boot for the fall season

August 24, 2014, 10:10 pm

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I’m so ready to trade my sandals for boots in the next couple of weeks. I’m secretly hoping for a quick turn of seasons where I live so I can break out all of the boots I’ve stocking up on the last few weeks during the pre-fall sales. While boots are always on trend during this time of year, I’m looking forward to the wedge boot the most this season. From bootie versions to over-the-knee styles, this is one boot to try for a little extra height and style.

 From left to right, top to bottom:

Nine West Heartset Boot, $188.95, at nordstrom.com

TOMS Desert Wedge Bootie, $88.95, at nordstrom.com

Lucky Brand Keno Boot, $149.99, at zappos.com

Denise Wedge Heel Bootie, $34.99, at target.com

Franco Sarto Obelisk Knee High Wedge Boot, $189.95, at nordstrom.com

Madden Girl Domain Boots, $59.95, at zappos.com

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Get personal with monogram jewelry for fall

August 25, 2014, 10:00 pm

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Looking for a trendy new fall accessory? This one has your name all over it…literally. Although it’s really very classic, monogram jewelry pieces are showing up everywhere suddenly. And even if ‘preppy’ isn’t your thing, the newest styles look and feel fresh thanks to funkier fonts and unexpected shots of color. Also, the old rules of letter placement within monograms can go totally out the window. Your own initials work, but why not do something different like the kids’ initials? The styles featured below are some of my absolute favorite monogram jewelry styles around. They’re simple and easy to wear but can make a real statement.

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Auburn Jewelry Monogram Pendant and Bracelet, $90-$110, auburn-jewelry.com
Metal Block Monogram Bracelet, $120, baublebar.com
Danielle Steven Jewelry Engraved Necklace, $96, couturecandy.com
Modern X-Large Signet Ring, $100, markandgraham.com
Moon and Lola Tortoise Acrylic Script Monogram Bracelet, $68, neimanmarcus.com
Moon and Lola Chelsea Small Monogram Earrings, $48, nordstrom.com

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Varsity looks reign supreme this back-to-school season

August 27, 2014, 10:10 pm

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As a mom, I often long for the innocent cool kid look of yesteryear. You know the slicked back greaser hair, poodle skirts, rolled jeans and letterman jackets. Lucky for my nostalgic heart, the hair and poodle skirts may never come back but the jeans and letterman jackets have made a huge comeback for this back-to-school fall season. Kids everywhere can sport the varsity look with a cool jacket, long cardigan and hip tees. Now if they only brought back 5 cent soda shops, I might call it a win-win for all!

 From left to right, top to bottom:

Varsity Dress, $19.94, at oldnavy.com

Stripe Letterman Jacket, $64.95, at gap.com

Quilted Varsity Jacket, $34.95, at gap.com

Boys Varsity Jacket, $19.99, at target.com

Caroline Colorblock Cardigan with Heart Elbow Patches, $59.50, at jcrew.com

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Build a capsule maternity wardrobe with Storq

August 28, 2014, 10:00 pm

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During my first pregnancy, I bought loads of maternity clothes. Honestly, it was daunting trying to get dressed every morning. What would fit that week? What looked good together? It was a hassle. During my second pregnancy, I wizened up and made the decision to create a capsule maternity wardrobe. With a small collection of high-quality basics, getting dressed was a breeze. If I had it to do over again, I would create the same wardrobe but it would come from one place: Storq. With four exceptional basics–dress, leggings, skirt and tank–you’re covered stylishly from the first to the third trimester (and probably well into the post-partum period). Storq also gives you plenty of buying options. For $195, you can order all four pieces in their Basic Bundle. If you need to pick and choose your pieces, you can also make single purchases. And if you’re feeling uninspired about creating whole ensembles out of your Storq basics, the company’s website is chock-full of styling tips to take you from work to weekend. See the entire line, as well as body and beauty products, at storq.com.

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Storq Dress, $75, storq.com
Storq Leggings, $45, storq.com
Storq Skirt, $65, storq.com
Storq Basic Bundle, $195, storq.com

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Greet fall weather in a pretty shift dress

August 31, 2014, 10:10 pm

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Since it is now officially September and there is only 22 more days until the first official day of the fall season, I can’t think of any better reason to put away the tank tops and shorts in favor of fall wardrobe favorites. This season the shift dress takes center stage and has gotten a makeover from designers featuring details like collars, pockets, buttons and bold colorblocking. So grab your favorite pair of boots and head out in the “it” dress of the season for a perfect fall look that works for day or night.

From left to right:

Ivy + Blue Laser Cut Shift Dress, $159, at piperlime.com

Denim Patch Pocket Shift, $148, at anthropologie.com

Wayf Crepe Print Shift Dress, $68, at nordstrom.com

Piperlime Collection Layered Shift Dress, $79, at piperlime.com

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Send them back to school in Splendid for Stride Rite kids’ shoes

September 1, 2014, 10:00 pm

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Collaborations are practically a dime a dozen these days. Some miss the mark, but then there are the great ones that make perfect sense and lead to outstanding products. In my opinion Splendid for Stride Rite is one of the great ones. True to their usual design aesthetic, all the kids’ shoes in the new line are solid basics with just enough color and special accents to make them fun and bright. Add the cute looks to Stride Rite’s great fit, and you have the perfect shoes. Most of the Splendid for Stride Rite styles come in sizes to fit babies through big kids with just subtle variations to meet the needs for each age (infant, crawler, walker). And although there are styles that look very feminine, many of the sneakers and crib shoes are perfectly gender-neutral. See the entire line of Mary Janes, sneakers, boots and booties at striderite.com.

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Splendid for Stride Rite Jettah Mary Jane Shoes, $45, dillards.com
Splendid for Stride Rite Zayden Shoe, $45, nordstrom.com
Splendid for Stride Rite Portia Shoe, $45, nordstrom.com
Splendid Lex Crawl Shoe, $35, nordstrom.com
Splendid Kip Crib Shoe, $25, nordstrom.com

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Dark florals bloom into fall

September 3, 2014, 10:10 pm

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If you’re like me and you love a good floral print, the good news is you won’t have to wait until spring again to wear one. This fall it’s all about the dark floral print on everything from blouses to skirts and shoes. If you are typically a solid black only wearer, this is a great print trend for you to try without going too much outside your comfort zone.

From left to right, top to bottom:

Trinity Floral Top, $79, at piperlime.com

Floral Short Sleeved Dress, $29.94, at oldnavy.com

Floral Scarf, $34.50, at loft.com

Neotropic Silk Shirt, $138, at anthropologie.com

Ankle Pant, $27.99, at target.com

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Usher in autumn with pumpkin beauty products

September 4, 2014, 10:00 pm

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If the change of the calendar didn’t tip you off that fall is near, the influx of pumpkin-themed recipes on Pinterest probably did. Although I’m right there with everyone else, cooking and baking everything pumpkin, my favorite way to use the autumnal gourd is packed in pumpkin beauty products. Besides being tasty, pumpkin is actually a fantastic skin brightener and exfoliant. Surprisingly, you can slap some puree on your face for a quick masque, but I prefer ready-made serums, lotions, soaps and creams for their extra shots of antioxidants. If you’re skin didn’t fare so well over the summer, a great pumpkin product may be all you need to get back your glow in time for the holidays.

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Naturopathica Pumpkin Purifying Enzyme Peel, $56, apeainthepod.com
Om Aroma Pumpkin Seed Renew Serum, $58, urbanoutfitters.com
Arcona Pumpkin Body Lotion, $35, nordstrom.com
Nest Pumpkin Chai Liquid Soap, $22, bergdorfgoodman.com
Peter Thomas Roth Clinical Peel & Reveal Dermal Resurfacer, $58, nordstrom.com

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Top it off with a denim jacket this season

September 7, 2014, 10:10 pm

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The denim on denim look is not going away anytime soon and this season it’s about layering your denim too. For a casual vibe, try a denim jacket with your pencil skirt and graphic tees for a fun look that can work day or night. For a different take on the look, try a black or colored denim jacket to really spice up your style.

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Splendid Corby Jacket, $198, at piperlime.com

Black Denim Jacket, $29.94, at oldnavy.com

Light Denim Jacket, $29.99, at target.com

Free People Denim & Knit Jacket, $148, at nordstrom.com

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