Accessories

Accessories include necklaces, earrings, bracelets, scarves, handbags and anything else a fashionista falls in love with.

Urban Accessories

Haute 5

One of the things I love about Twitter is that I get exposed to unique businesses that I would not normally; like Haute Brown Sugar, an online jewelry boutique for urban, funky jewelry at incredibly affordable prices. I instantly fell in love with these five pieces: From left to right: Aspire necklace and earrings,...
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Chandelier Earrings

Chandelier Earrings

They look good with long hair and they look good with short hair. To me they make a great signature piece to be worn alone as a minimalist look but I have seen women combine them successfully with other items in their wardrobe — and some not so much. I was over at Loop18...
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What to Expect Book Giveaway

What to Expect Book Giveaway

One of the things I do not talk a lot about is plus size maternity fashion (although I have on occasion, usually when someone emails me for help). Last year “a member of the team at WhatToExpect.com the online version of the What to Expect When You’re Expecting book series” contacted me about doing...
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Holiday Hair Style

braided long hair for holiday partying

Lilith Moon has some wonderful videos on styling medium to long hair. Here is her latest on creating a beautiful braided updo that I thought would be perfect for New Years: What she does with her hair is amazing. You still have a few days to practice! In the mean time follow Lilith on...
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How to Tie a Scarf

Wendy Tying Scarves

I bet you received a scarf for Christmas. If not I bet you have many in your closet that you never wear. This month I challenge you to wear a scarf every day and actually wear it differently every day. Here is what has to be the best video on how to wear a...
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Last Minute Gift Certificates

Last Minute Gift Certificates

If you are like my husband then you are a professional last minute shopper. Ok, I may have perfected a little last minute shopping too. Especially with the convenience of online shopping and e-certificates — and no need to worry about shipping times! Here are a couple places that help us last minute shoppers:...
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Colorful Coconut Jewelry

bright colored jewelry

Back in November I went a bit crazy on eBay. One of the places that took up a lot of my attention was the “wholesalebeads2009″ shop where the owner makes jewelry out of coconut shells. “Coconut shells?” you ask. Why yes, and they are damn pretty too. Not only that, extremely affordable. After I...
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The Snood

The Snood

The snood or tubular neck scarf or cowl neck collar or infinity scarf, if you prefer, is a scarf that has no ends. Personally, I like the word snood. There is something very snoody about it. It is a fun name for a scarf that can be worn double our triple wrapped around your...
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An Every Day Bag

Black Bag

Not only do I love the color and design of this Urban Expressions Marty Bag ($65 from Baghaus), I love the sweater cape the model is wearing! The bag comes in the black shown here and bone. With the magnetic, zip closure and minor detailing it is a great every day bag that looks...
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The Red Pencil Skirt

The Red Pencil Skirt

Yesterday I showed you my favorite red dresses but many women are not brave enough for allover bold color all at once and need to work up to it. A great way to do that is with a red skirt (or top) paired with neutrals like white or black. Here is Retro Chic Pencil...
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Bracelets from Bits n’ Beads

Bracelets from Bits n’ Beads

Bits n’ Beads by Gilliauna makes handmade artisan jewelry “rich in color and quality” for sale on Etsy (one of my fave places to shop) including these playful bracelets: Top Three: Celestial Abalone Charm Bracelet, $234 Panda Bear Charm Bracelet, $62 Turquoise Howlite Charm Bracelet, $54 Bottom Three: Bronze Floral Beaded Bracelet, $40 Pewter...
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Khaki Style

Khaki Style

On first glance a pair of khakis can look like a boring pair of beige pants. But beige khakis are actually a versatile base piece to build upon and can go from casual to dresses with a few simple pieces. Get the most from your khakis with these three simple looks. First lets start...
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Fur Trim

Fur Trim

Whether it is real or faux, fur trim is back and it is fierce. Not only on jackets, it is showing up on handbags, scarves, vests, sweaters, tops, hats, gloves, belts and boots. The only thing I have not seen them on is swimwear. Everyone seems to be getting in on the trend but...
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