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I keep pointing out horrifying examples of wedge boots. This time, I want to show you what to look for in a wedge. What works, and what doesn’t. I’m not against a wedge heel, I think they can look sophisticated and elegant when done properly.


When you’re looking for a wedge:
1. Keep it contoured and feminine. The wedge part of the shoe should have some definition.
2. There should be some transition from the shoe to the heel. It shouldn’t look like a continuos block.
3. The shoe should look fitted and not bulky.
Note: The top row shows 3 great examples.


Things you want to stay away from:
1. You want to stay away from a wedge that looks like a solid block. It can add too much weight and drag you down.
2. The fit should not be baggy, or look unkept.
3. It should not make you look like Herman Munster.
Note: Bottom row shows what to avoid.

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Maternity clothing has come a long way even in the six years since I’ve been pregnant. I remember quite well the day I walked into A Pea in the Pod and found a pair of Seven jeans… MATERNITY. If you’ve ever been pregnant, then you know how incredible it felt to pull on a normal looking pair of jeans. It’s a lot like getting into bed after an arduous day at work, or hugging a close friend you haven’t’ seen in a while. When you’re pregnant, it’s all about finding a comfortable place somewhere between the body you used to know and it’s bizarre transmutation. When it comes to your maternity wardrobe, stay true to yourself. Choose pieces that resemble your individual style, pre-pregnancy. Isabella Oliver has some beautiful pieces, like wrap dresses and tops, that grow with you. We also found a great top at figure8maternity, beautifully bohemian with a pair of jeans and boots. Luckily, empire tops have been in fashion for a couple of years. Check out what T-bags has to offer. You can easily wear it in your first trimester, maybe second, and definitely after the baby comes. Keep your accessories current and on trend. It will keep you from looking and feeling dated during the long nine months. Actually, it’s a good place to have a little fun. Choose a fun animal print that will really pop! Good luck girls, don’t be too hard on yourselves. In the end it’s all worth it when you see that beautiful face looking up at you!

Shout out to Jennifer, one of my readers, who suggested this post.

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All the excitement over the Olympics has us quite interested in Beijing. If you’re lucky enough to be going to Beijing, then you might be wondering what to wear. We’ve done some research for you. First of all, it’s going to be a little more conservative than you may be used to. You’ll want to choose pieces that are appropriate, but they can still be fashion forward. It’s summer there, and you can bet that it will be very hot. Some liken it to being in a sauna day and night. A dress is probably your best option. Make sure the dress you bring hits at the knee or just below. Bring your most comfortable sandals. Whether you’re sightseeing or going to the games, you’ll be walking a lot. During the hot daytime hours, many women carry an umbrella to shade themselves from the sweltering sun. Grab a hat and shades as well. For travel purposes, bring one bag that blends with all your outfits. A textured straw shoulder bag, like the Anya Hindmarch, is beautiful and functional. It comes with an added strap so you can secure it across your body. Jazz it up with some jewelry, and you’ll be good to go. Now, you can do Beijing in style and be comfortable at the same time. Travel apparel doesn’t always mean fanny packs, sneakers, and shorts. In fact… should it ever?

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1. The Slouchy Boot
This sexy style boot looks great going into fall. Tuck in a pair of jeans, and throw on a long cardigan and you’re understated gorgeous.

2. Patent Leather
No need to put away your patent leather from spring, unless it’s in a spring color. Designers are shining up wool and cashmere with a pop of patent for fall.

3. Leather Bomber Jacket
The leather bomber jacket is also going strong into the fall. It will look great with a pair of jeans, a tee, wrapped with a scarf.

4. Ruffles
Ruffles remain! A ruffle top will look great under your leather bomber, or a long cardigan. Pair it with skinny jeans, some slouchy boots, and you’re on it!

5. Skinny Jeans
At times we all wish the skinny jean would go away, but you’ll be glad they’re around when it’s time to tuck them into your tall boots. So, don’t burn them yet!

6. The Clutch
Clutch it, because it’s clearly a trend that’s going to stick.

7. A Long Cardigan
It’s an easy style that’s low key and can work over anything. We’re seeing it well into fall. It looks great over jeans, or belted over a dress.

From the minute you get off the plane, you can feel the energy that illuminates the city of light. The ride to the hotel is like driving through a beautiful painting. You want to immerse yourself as fast as you can, so that no time is wasted. A group of girls away for a few days, to do all the things girls like to do in Paris. The excitement bubbles up inside you. Free in a glamorous city, shopping, eating, and enjoying life. You’ve arrived! As you walk through the revolving door at The Ritz, you are immediately reminded of a famous Princess who walked through the same revolving door hours before her death. You briefly pause, and then walk to your room to get ready for your first day in Paris. What on earth are you going to wear shopping in the most glamorous city in the world? Well, one thing to remember is that you will be doing a lot of walking. So, choose your most comfortable, stylish shoes. The fashion should be urban chic with a sense of haute couture. It should be casual enough to wear all day, and fabulous enough to stop at a random cafe for lunch. You’ll want to have a bag big enough to carry all that you will need for the day ,including maps and all information on the city. You’re in Paris, so play the part. Kick your normal fashion up with a fun piece like a knit cap, or big sunglasses. Paris is about glamour, glamour, glamour. Embrace it, live the dream while you’re there. At the end of the day, you’ll crawl into your room, order cookies and hot chocolate, and wonder what they’re doing back home.

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So, you have to buy a dress for an event this Spring, but you want a dress you can wear more than once. That’s not just pipe dream, it’s actually a real possibility. If you choose properly, you can wear the dress to the event and then easily wear it to dinner with friends on another night. Choose a style that is flirty but with simple modern lines. This Ella Moss passionate pink dress can easily be dressed up for a party, or dressed down for an evening out with friends.
For a dressier look, add an exaggerated evening trench, shoes with shine, dazzling dangling earrings, and a whimsical bag. To take the dress downtown, give it some mod details. Top it off with a cropped leather jacket, add some black accent pieces like shoe boots, bracelets, and a bag that brings it all together. This outfit looks great going to a club or a hot new restaurant. You may even consider going into your closet and checking out some of the dresses you have. Maybe they can make the transition from dressy to downtown.

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