Spring Shopping. Stocking Up On Colorblocking

The color blocking trend is not just reserved for celebrities. It's mainstream now. So take advantage of a little color this spring. Wear two, three, even four at a time! Shopping Guide: 1. Richard Nicoll Color Block Dress, $480 2. Alexander Wang Silk Combo Color Dress, $365 3. Mint Twist Neck Color Block Dress, $345 …

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Get It Now. Ruffled Feathers

Jacqueline Zenn for Second City Style Magazine Ruffled garments can be polarizing – you likely either love them or hate them. Furthermore, if they are done wrong they are either overly theatrical or overly saccharine, and no one wants to look like they are a little girl or wearing a costume. On the other hand, …

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Blahnik Tonic. A Trend to Avoid? Jelly Shoes

I took the day off this past Wednesday to meet a friend for some luxury window shopping. We browsed in stores like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Ralph Lauren, etc. and noticed a disturbing trend…expensive jelly shoes! Seriously? Would you really spend nearly $200 on a pair of Gucci rubber shoes? If so, you need …

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Spring Shopping. The Tapered Pant

The tapered trouser is back in a big way for spring. For those of us who wore this trend back in the 80's, the thought of going there again might be a little unnerving. Heck, back when I was…well on my way to becoming a budding slave to fashion (you didn't think I would reveal …

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