True, it’s only September but the Holidays will be here before you know it. You’re going to be doing some serious shopping. This year go prepared, and ready to scour the stores. You certainly don’t want aching feet or uncomfortable clothing to slow you down. Here are some tips on how to shop comfortably and in style.

Seamless underwear. Go with seamless panties to avoid any treacherous panty lines. Your backside will look beautiful in any clingy dress or snug pair of jeans you try. Also, wear a bra that you would normally wear with whatever type of clothing you’re shopping for. It might even be a smart move to bring another bra for those strapless or racer back tops.

The ideal one piece garment. Keeping in mind that you will take your clothes off at the beck and call of every cute garment you spot in the stores, you should select a ’shopping outfit’ that is nice and simple! These dresses will easily slip on and off, they have no buckles, straps, or complicated layers, and they never require tucking in, cinching, tying or adjusting.

Comfortable shoes. Wear a pair of shoes that will be comfortable for the entire day, and more importantly a pair that slips on and off with ease! They should also compliment the clothing you will be trying on. You can’t go wrong with a simple sandal, ballet flat, or clogs that have a bit of a heel. Stay away from those ultra high, uncomfortable wedges that you just purchased and definitely don’t go for the stilettos that will maybe, possibly, probably give you a huge blister - if your feet aren’t happy, shopping will not be fun!

Pull out the plaid this Fall and Winter season. It’s no longer just a fabric to be worn only around the holidays. Right now… play with it! Plaid is classic, funky, and fun. We’re showing two ways to wear a fitted plaid dress.

Look #1

To wear it from the office to dinner, pair it with a feminine coat, some lace-up pumps, textured stockings, and a clutch. Pop on some pearls before you leave for dinner, and you went from day to night in seconds. It’s classic with refreshing & current pieces.

classic tartan pieces in Look #1:

Look #2

To play up the funky side of things, add rock and roll edge. Think Gwen Stefani. Gwen has embraced plaid for years, and has given us a new perspective on how to wear it. Truly, she could be the reason plaid has a funky side. Although, I’m sure there are a few on King’s Road in London who would say they started the trend, I’m giving the honor to Ms. Stefani - she brought the look to the masses. To get her playful punk meets rock look : The plaid dress should be the center piece, try not to overwhelm it too much. Start by wrapping a studded leather belt around the waist, a vintage denim jacket, unrefined leather boots, and some bold textured stockings. This outfit is fashion forward with downtown edge.

funky tartan in Look #2: