This Season's Must Have Accessory: A Watch

If you are trying to figure out what must have accessory to invest in this season the perfect thing is these oversized watches. They add a bit of sophistication and heavy metal (bling!) to the most casual or the dressiest of outfits. The bigger the better! Shown here: Swatch Fancy Me Watch at Nordstrom...

Studded Handbags by Olivia Harris

I am a big fan of these studded handbags by Olivia Harris. The studs are just the right size to add some more visual interest to these leather bags without being over the top. Tres Chic. Shown: Studded Ball Hobo $495 and Studded Baby Ball $...

RAW Minerals Beauty

After years of working as a product developer for several large beauty companies Christina Marcaccini grew frustrated with the beauty industry's unwillingness to invest in safer more natural ingredients. She stared the RAW Natural Beauty company to give women better choices for their skin and for their...

Fashion Delivers - Haiti Relief

Fashion Delivers is a charity organization that is coordinating to send new clothes, blankets, shoes etc to those who have been devastated by the Haiti earthquake. E-mail carla@fashiondelivers.org or call 212-629-6700 for a drop-off location near you and to find out more about how you can he...

Indonesian Inspiration - Ikat

In January I traveled to Bali for my honeymoon. I was inspired by all of the beautiful prints and laid back attire in Indonesia. Ikat is a traditional Indonesian style of weaving that uses a dyeing process similar to tie-dye before the threads are woven to create the pattern. Shown: Ikat Dress Roxy...

My Favorite Gift - Cozy Neck Warmer

One of my favorite gifts I received this holiday was a neck warmer. Hand knitted by Etsy shop owner Yokoo Gibran, the neck warmer is the perfect alternative to a scarf. I just throw it on under my coat and I am as warm and stylish as can ...

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My 2010 Fashion Resolution

As my fashion resolution for 2010 I have vowed to buy more classic pieces. I plan to invest in a few key pieces that will last a long time and can be paired with more trendy items to keep them looking fresh. For example, items like this Zoey Blazer from J.Crew ($145) can be paired with button down shirts...