Some of us are going to have the opportunity to travel this holiday season, possibly as early as Thanksgiving. Sometimes I find the hardest part of the packing process is figuring out what to wear on the plane. I like to try to pack efficiently, and that is much harder than it sounds. Ideally, you should pack a bunch of pieces that can all work well together. Well…that’s what they tell you on all the morning shows, but I need options. I want to be able to change my mind if I don’t feel like wearing the top I brought. This is precisely why I always end up packing too much. I go through the same struggle when I’m trying to figure out what to wear on the plane. I want to be smart about it by trying to wear pieces that will also work once I arrive at my destination. So, I’ve decided on my favorite “daytime” jeans a knit tee,, a comfy sweater, and motorcycle boots. My thinking is I can always use a pair of jeans for hanging around during the day, a knit tee and comfy sweater will work beautifully if an evening chill sets in, and motorcycle boots for walking around with the kids. PHEW - I did it! The question is … will all my planning pay off? Or will I get there and never touch my travel clothes until I go to get dressed to come home? Oh well, at least I made an effort. What are you going to wear?

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In high school, the Geeks were considered “un-cool” and were ridiculed for the clothing they wore. However, the ascent of computers and the Internet explosion has catapulted Geeks in to the “cool-sphere”. Now, the Geeks are hailed as the “rulers of the world”, and their style is suddenly ultra chic. The fact that they are “fashionless” is, in fact, the fashionable part of the equation. The idea is to look like you’re not trying very hard (or trying at all, in fact.) The clothing is more about functionality and comfort, and not at all about fashion. Geek Chic is about being quirky, choosing pieces that reflect your person. It’s about vintage, mixing patterns and unlikely color combinations. Key pieces to achieve the look: dark rimmed glasses, converse sneakers, a functional bag (like a backpack), and a vintage looking T-shirt. In order to own this look, be able to relate to it. If you’re not even a little “nerdy” you’ll never be able to pull it off.

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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!

Embrace your femininity this summer by stepping out in ruffles! This girly embellishment enhances the look of any outfit.

Going to an event? Try a sexy, sophisticated puff dress with pleats, dramatic in color, texture and design. Pair a ruffled sensation like this with some basic, but edgy, pumps. The bag should compliment the edgy nature of the shoes.

Meeting the girls for a poolside brunch? Choose a loose, comfortable ruffled dress in neutral colors. This dip dyed silky dress is smooth to the touch and balanced with ruffles from front to back. (Dip dye & ruffles! How fun!) With its lightweight and flowing nature, any woman will feel comfortable and fashionable in a sexy and feminine piece like this. It also makes a sophisticated cover-up!

If you need to run some errands and pick up the kids, but you just can’t resist the urge to look really cute, then go for a basic but stylish look. (Don’t you always end up running into someone you know?) Pair some dark skinny shorts with a pastel colored, ruffled top, some ruffled sandals and your favorite leather tote. Pop on your favorite shades and you’ll be the talk of the town… Get going!

Enjoy a summer picnic in a sexy, ruffled, sleeveless halter top, and some plain white sateen shorts. This is how the city girl does a picnic - toss some white with her standard black. The keyhole in the back of this halter permits a peep of what lies beneath in a very classy manner. Compliment the black and white theme with some black and white peep toe espidrilles and a striped hobo. This outfit works well from day into night.

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