Excitement is in the air! Collaborations with luxury designers doing affordable collections for mass retailers – love it!  Remember Missoni for Target last year?

Jason Wu became the talk-of-the-town when Michelle Obama wore his custom-designed one-shoulder, floor-length white chiffon gown at President Barack Obama’s inaugural balls.  Mr. Wu created the perfect dress for her and she looked a-m-a-z-i-n-g!  We sat up and took notice of this rising star designer.

Starting February 5th, a Jason Wu 53-piece collection will be available at Target with prices under $60.00.  This will be a hot one…mark your calendar!

As we face the doldrums of winter, it’s refreshing to see what’s new at kate spade for Spring!

Behind the Brand

”Clean lines, vibrant color and impeccable quality are the calling cards of kate spade new york. Since the brand’s first collection of nylon totes, each new season has ushered in a modern mix of instant classics—including handbags, shoes, accessories, and women’s apparel.”

Great “nude” bowed kitten heels and adorable rain boots!

New Spring 2012 colors and products at Vera Bradley!

Abby in Island Blooms

Bowler in Camellia

Laptop Travel Tote in Ellie Blue

Laptop Sleeve in Rosy Posies

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LANVIN is a fashion house I “ooh and aah” over their well-made collections. I believe consumers hold certain labels in high regard for various reasons. For me, it’s “Why yes, it’s Lanvin.” And that says it all.

Python Shoulder Bag

Brassy woven chain will go equally well with gold or silver.

Metallic Amalia Tote

Great everyday bag!

About Lanvin:
’Lanvin is the oldest French house of fashion still creating collections. Founded by Jeanne Lanvin as a millinery on Faubourg Saint-Honore in 1889 Paris, the company earned a following among French socialites. Today, critically acclaimed designer Alber Elbaz upholds the Lanvin tradition of supremely well-made clothes, adding shoes, handbags, jewelry and accessories to the collection.’

It’s certainly getting chilly out there! While I’m not ready to put away my summer wardrobe as hope for the occasional warm day, it’s time to incorporate Fall accessories into your look. Here’s a few of my picks to bring Fall color into your wardrobe and keep you warm for cool days to come.

Halogen® Pocket Pullover $98

MARC BY MARC JACOBS ‘Pretty Nylon – Medium Tate’ Tote $188

Halogen® ‘Watercolor’ Print Challis Scarf $58

I have this in Petal Black. Great scarf!

Nordstrom Floppy Wool Felt Hat with Plaid Bow $58

On order!

Nordstrom ‘Keep Rockin’ Multi Stone Toggle Bracelet $58

Nordstrom Lined Leather Gloves $88

Beautiful colors!

I always feel good after a visit to an Anthropologie Store.  They create a “visual treat” in displaying their clothing, household and gift items.

You see, they utilize  store walls and ceiling as their  canvas for creative display.  Anthropologie never ceases to amaze me and a trip to their store puts you in a happy place! 

Fall is here! Shop our four new colors at verabradley.com.

Don’t forget BACK TO SCHOOL

Love NEW Mocha Rouge and Happy Snails!

Looking ahead to wardrobe options brings to mind we’ll be layering for cooler mornings and evenings. I like to plan outfits with this in mind: add a scarf, shawl or jacket or mix of two to take you from early morning throughout the day and night. Anthropologie brings great options to the motto “Be prepared” and look great doing it!

Fanning Scallops Pullover       AG Stevie Ankle

Pull it together with the Bordered Bars Scarf

Love this look!  Depending on weather, wear a shawl or short black leather jacket or both.

Drape and Twist Tee                   Square Study Skirt

These three pieces provide options for layering…and so cute

Swoop & Glide Pullover           Instant Classic Tee

AG Stevie Ankle

Really like this top: wear with jeans or your work outfit.

Clover Grains Tee

Baubled Fan Pullover                 Hyperbole Pullover

Time to take stock – soon enough college students will be making their way back to school. New Fall 2011 colors and VERA BRADLEY oFFERS  to get ahead of the game!

Cutest laundry bag

…Now through Monday, July 18, 2011 ON SALE for just $48 (regularly $58).

MUST HAVES…shower caddy and flip flops

DON’T LOSE your keys, student ID’s, phone.

Chain Lanyard

Laptop Portfolio

Free

shipping on orders over $100 until July 13th.

During a recent trip to Chicago, I floated through Nordstrom’s accessory department.  A delight for the eyes; pops of color and texture – ahh…summer is here!

It’s easy to spruce up your look with a new summer accessory and easy on the budget too.

I bought this scarf in white as shown. Love the detail – almost like your scarf is wearing a little bling. I wore it the other day to “casualize” a dressy dress.

Collection XIIX ‘Zanzibar’ Embroidered Square Scarf

$38.00

Adorable bangles!

Cara Accessories Colored Stone Bangle

$28.00

Shawls and scarves are great for summer as you slip in and out of air-conditioned venues. Don’t huddle up; warm up your body and look with an interesting scarf!

Make + Model ‘Lawn Chair’ Stripe Scarf

$28.00

Nordstrom always carries pretty headbands – and so many choices!

Tasha ‘Rockin’ Flower Headband

$32.00

This will be a keeper you’ll pull out for summer for years!

Mar y Sol ‘Guadalupe’ Straw Shopper

$88.00

Don’t forget: Nordstrom Double Fashion Rewards Bonus Points June 17 – 19th. Charge on the card that gives back!