Fashion Accessories

Victoria Beckham Messenger Bag For financial and practical reasons I set a challenge for myself in 2010, to not buy any shoes. Shoes are my one true love and it’s been a challenge but so far I’ve been successful. That is I’ve been successful in not buying shoes but maybe not in saving money. It appears as though my addiction has shifted to handbags. The handbag fixation started with an oversized pink handbag because that is one of the big trends for the spring. I may love this pink handbag... more

Sarah Jessica Parker A few new accessory trends are cropping up for spring 2010 and only one of them is getting a double thumbs up from me. One of the trends that seems to be moving our way is statement earrings. Statement necklaces are still riding a trendy wave so big warning to all those who are a little fashion impaired, more is not better. Choose your statement accessory wisely and go with that one statement only. This trend is okay in my book but I have a really funny class picture from the... more

Pamela Anderson in Lingerie Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and most people think of chocolates, flowers, romantic getaways and lingerie. If you’re looking to buy lingerie for yourself, which is really going to be a treat for your sweetheart there is sort of a standard rule of thumb, the sluttier the better. Okay so it’s not a tried and true science and some men may not fall into this category, but most men would love to see their special someone wearing a garter belt, sexy hosiery,... more

Rachel McAdams The up and coming trend for 2010 is military inspired. Rachel McAdams has fully adopted this style with her Smythe’s surplus jacket in a traditional olive color. And if you’re thinking about dipping your toes into the military fashion trend, a jacket is the perfect way to go. Another way to embrace the new military inspired clothing trend is by purchasing a pair of shoes that reflect this shift in fashion. Some military inspired shoes look very authentic, especially the Dr. Martens... more

New Years Eve I love New Year’s Eve, sure it’s for amateurs but the professionals know how to make this night a special one.  And the most important part of New Year’s Eve is getting dressed. New Year’s Eve is one of those nights where you want to make a statement and as long as your date or group plays along you can really up the ante with that statement. Meaning: it’s time to look FABULOUS! Get Noticed Dress You’ll get all the attention you want and need in a get noticed dress and... more

Rihanna Pearl Necklace The holidays are here and it’s time to look your best to let your family and friends know how well the year has treated you, whether it has or not. I mean that’s why we dress up for the holiday isn’t it? So what are the accessories that you need for the 2009 holidays to look your best? This season it’s all about glitz, glamour and overstated elegance. The Pearl Necklace Pearls are huge this season and I don’t just mean that figuratively. Look for large pearls or... more

Jessica Biel Practical Handbag 2010 is on the horizon and it’s time to look ahead at the trends of one of the most popular accessories for women, the handbag. So far 2010 clothing and shoes have been punctuated by economic concerns that have swept through the financial world and, as expected, this trend has swept through the handbag industry as well. The industry notes that the highest end bags are not moving the way they used to. People are still buying expensive bags but not with the regularity... more

Jennifer Aniston Sweater As an avid knitter and clothing designer I like to keep my finger on the pulse of what’s happening in sweater design and trends. This season there is definitely a change in sweater trends. Color  Look for sweaters that are more drab in color. There will be a lot of neutral colored sweaters this season, things that match a lot of outfits. This may be a reflection of the economy in a couple of ways as it makes the sweater versatile enough to wear often and the bland... more

Jennifer Hudson Little Black Dress Being a trendy dresser often means wearing some key essential elements and then knowing how to accessorize. Buy purchasing essentials that are modern and up to date but not trendy you will look classy, up to date, and you won’t have to buy a new wardrobe every season. Basic essential tops include tanks, tees, and long sleeved shirts in neutral colors that work with almost everything. A few carefully thought out accessories can dress up a basic top and make... more

Joan Rivers Statement Necklace The summer of 2009 was all about the hand. The most popular accessory was the statement ring with a “the bigger the better” attitude. And that has definitely not faded, you’re still going to find statement rings everywhere but the winter 2009 season has taken the attention away from the hand and turned it on the neck. Part of the focus change on accessories for women in the winter 2009 is that hands are often covered in gloves and it’s difficult... more