Designer shoes are the choice for any wardrobe

A detail in a designer shoe can say a million words.

I still heart bows on shoes!

Love the color combo here...MJ knows how to mix things up:)

Isn't this just sexy, and perfect for work?

I love the strappy detail here and how the color of the back strap is different from the rest.

Classic---this is truly timeless...

This is a very romantic shoe.

This is darling...I love the 3 straps at the peep toe and this shoe looks comfy!

Another classic...you could keep this forever!

From Marc Jacobs to Louis Vuitton, I am truly in love...no lady can deny what a good, designer shoe can do to an outfit...Plus, with the work that is put into the shoe you know it will last.  I still have Jimmy's I got when I lived in New York and that was 3 years ago...

Even though people used to say that they wouldn't wear items from "last season," I feel like designer shoes are the styles that can stand the test of time.  You can wear them out in one season and get a good life out of them...or you can do like I do with my designer shoes and save them for important occasions or when I wear something really basic to have something that is still interesting.

Also, since designer shoes are usually made of leather, you can easily take them to a cobbler or the place your purchased them to get them fixed.  I remember, I had a pair of shoes from Nordstrom that I took to have fixed from my wear and tear about two times without question.  But, even if the store or designer won't take back to fix like my Jimmy Choo's that always click when I walk when I first buy them...the cobbler always knows the tricks to keep them in working order.  I used to intern for CosmoGIRL! magazine when Atoosa Rubenstein was the editor-in-chief and I used to take her fab shoes to the cobbler all the time!!!  That's when I knew, it was a MUST!  But, remember...if there is a defective, you can get a new pair or money back if something breaks.

Styled Wedding Bliss at David's Bridal

This is very Audrey Hepburn style to me.

This was the show stopper for me...I couldn't believe this was David's Bridal!

This style is delicate with the ruching.  I really love the neckline.

I think this is an alluring, classic style.  

Once again, I love the standing collar on this dress---it just makes it very modern.

My wedding days are long gone now...until the 50th or something maybe:)  But, I work with bridal all the time with my photo shoots that I style for Tucson Bridal magazine and coordinating fashion shows for the Tucson Bridal Expo.  This past weekend I was honestly surprised by the styles that David's Bridal had for the show...To be very honest...I always thought of David's Bridal as a budget-friendly, but lacking in unique styling and personality for the bride...I felt like they were cookie cutter styles that you could see anywhere...but, the show Sunday proved me WRONG!  So, I decided that I had to share that J. Crew is not the only styling, budget-friendly place to go for brides...David's Bridal has a new look...I am curious if they have a new design team or something...

Style 101: Where are vintage stores in Tucson?

Style 101: Where are vintage stores in Tucson?

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Forever 21 Dresses All Under $30

The deciding factor will be what passes the length test for me at the store.  I usually don't like wearing dresses or shorts above the knee....we shall see...

This reminds me of a ballerina silhouette, but, I am not sure if the bubble will look bad on my lower half...
I am in LOVE with this dress with gladiator style shoes!
This was what I am looking for...but, longer...strapless dress to wear to work with a blazer...I really want the one I saw at W Boutique in Tucson by Trina Turk...around $300:(
Ballerina all the way!
I love this...very edgy!
Preppy meets sexy!
Linen is essential in HOT places like Tucson!  I love this class style dress!

Edgy workwear:)

Fashion iPhone Apps Everywhere

Recently, I have been excited to download apps on my iPhone with all of the new fashion focused apps...when I first got the iPhone, I only had a couple of pages, now...it just keeps coming!

This week was the addition of Net-a-Porter and then today, on Fashion Week Daily, I read that there is a new app letting us into (only catch, it costs...99 cents) Miami Fashion Week...how much better can it get???  The oldie, but goodie, Style.com has all of the fashion shows you can dream of and then we can't leave out Shop Style for your search to find anything!  I can just keep going on...

Here are a few of my other faves:

Carrie's Closet (it's like having the virtual closet Cher on Clueless had:)

Shop Lucky (haven't really used this...but, I know it will be fun:)

Lady Mardo's Fashion Trivia (haven't played this yet either...but, I can imagine it will be fun once I do:)

I haven't really found anything fun on the Chanel app...but, it's fun to have:)

Just downloaded Oasis Fashion while writing this:)  It's funny what you can find when you google, "iPhone fashion":)

Have fun with these apps!!!!!!!!

Sample Sale Alert: Tulle

I love back detail!  Cut-outs are AMAZING!

Tulip skirts are really a strong trend this fall too...I would add a black cropped blazer with this.

Cropped tops are really big this fall...I would play like you were wearing a cropped top with this...people might think they are separates.

I just fell in love with the Tulle label after seeing it in the August issue of LUCKY.  Did the research and I really appreciate what the designers do for fashion lovers like me.  Not only are the prices already AMAZING...but, there is a sample sale coming up on July 25th (10 a.m.-3 p.m.) and prices are going to be dirt cheap!

Where: 350 W. Apra 

       Compton, CA 90220

Prices: 

Jackets $10 (buy 3 for $25)

Dress $8 (buy 3 for $20)

Top/Bottoms/Sweaters $6 (buy 4 for $20)

How can you say no!?

Workout in Fabulousness: Body Language Sportswear

I've always been a believer in a woman rocking her style while working out regardless how much she sweats...I used to intern for Nike and just fell into the, "I need it all to match phase."  Well, I don't think I ever got out of that...but, I still believe that you can ROCK out even harder on your workout if you are looking good.  Labels like Body Language Sportswear know how to do it right.  The styles accentuate a woman's body just right.  Use Coupon Code, "inspire" to receive 20% off of your purchases.  

You better work!!!!!!:)

EXCLUSIVE on GILT----Brian Reyes

I am in LOVE with this dress!!!!!  I love the dramatic neckline that dips down almost to the navel.

These gorgeous pieces by Brian Reyes will be available to buy on Gilt Groupe sale at noon on July 20^th and will run for ONLY 36 hours or until the merchandise is sold out!!!!!!!!!  

Use this code to purchase and let me know if you do end up purchasing...this is essentially your invitation to Gilt Groupe if you aren't a member.

P.S. Prices will be AMAZING!  Almost better than going to the New York showroom sample sale:)

xoxoxo

Coat Tail Jacket

This is what I am looking for...I saw this jacket on someone at a wedding and took a pic...I found something similar just now...not sure if this is close enough...let me know what you think:)

Fall In Style Shoe This Fall

I just received my August issue of Marie Claire and it is so exciting to see similar items this summer at a fraction of the price.  Brocade shoes are very in style this coming season and I saw a pair very similar in DSW by Jessica Bennett (for less than $50!) when I was doing my multi-strap Mary Jane search last week:)

The Fall It Shoe:Multi-Strap Mary Jane

My must-have shoe for fall is one that was on Michael Kors fall 2009 runway show.  The great thing is that this shoe can be found from a variety of lines right now and they are on sale.

Nordstrom

Steve Madden

Nicole Miller @ DSW

Jones NY @ DSW

Stuart Weitzman

Boutique 9

Christin Michaels

Tulle: Brand Based on Price, Quality, and Accessible Designer Label

Finally a designer line that doesn't just do a one-time only line to gain mass recognition like Go International for Target, H&M, or any other location that takes on a designer name for a short amount of time(not that that is wrong).  Tulle is a LA based line that is reminiscent of vintage looks and also resembles looks from the hit show, "Gossip Girl."  All prices are less than $100 and the SALE section is worth checking out first.  I am really in LOVE and so glad I found the line in the August issue of LUCKY!  

FALL into The GAP

I love the style of the skirt w/ the cummerbund detail on the waist...it's casual with the fabric used---but, it looks really chic for fall.  And you can use the pieces as separates for the entire year.
It looks like cropped trousers remain strong this season.  I love the sweater that looks like a cloak...and great layering.  Patrick Robinson shows how to layer in Glamour magazine.
Loving the sweater!  Plus the neck detail is a MUST!
I am in LOVE!!!!  I already know what I need for this fall...I am on a roll skipping over summer like this...I am just ready to get out of this AZ heat!:)

Top Fall 2009 Fashion Trends

Start planning...keep these trends in mind when searching through racks at Thrift Stores and Second-Hand Stores.