Crocs!

I always thought that a "fashionable croc" was an oxymoron. That is until a good friend of mine wore her Croc ballet flats to a social event. Very cute. When she said they were Crocs, I almost swallowed my bubble gum!

I did some research and found out that Crocs are no longer just plastic, neon-colored clodhoppers worn by every six-year-old in town. They come in a variety of styles and colors and, I have to admit, they're kind of cute.

Sandals, clogs, mules, canvas slipons, mary janes, slingbacks, flip flops, boat shoes, boots and oxfords are just a few styles that are Croc-o-rific! Check them out at Footsmart.

London Fog

What comes to mind when you think of London? The Beatles? Buckingham Palace? Bridget Jones? For me it's umbrellas! I hear that in Seattle (the Rain capital of America) that the locals can spot a tourist a mile away because she/he carries an umbrella. I guess it's not hip to use an umbrella in Seattle. But in London (an other parts of the world) umbrellas are functional and fashionable.

There are colors, sizes and styles to choose from. And they do NOT have to match your outfit. That's what's fun about umbrellas. They "go" with everything.

So hold your umbrella proudly. Don't be afraid to get your "British" on!

Regards,
Carly

Dreamin' of Denim

Timeless, earthy and universal, denim is one of the latest fashion trends for spring and summer 2010. Whether you choose classic jeans, shorts, shirts, vests, skirts or jackets, denim breaks all the boundaries.

Denim can be decorated with zippers, rivets, chains, buttons and appliques and dyed in every color of the rainbow for a fresh look. Dress your denim up with a silk blouse, colorful scarf and heels, or dress it down with flats, a t-shirt and a quirky hat.

Available in dark, medium and faded washes, denim jeans come in a variety of styles: low-rise, mid-rise, high-rise, boot cut, relaxed fit and skinny...just to name a few.

So take my advice. Personalize your wardrobe this season with dramatic denim!

Regards, Carly

Earth Day Shopping

America celebrated Earth Day on April 22 so I'd like to share one way you can jazz up your wardrobe and help the planet at the same time.

Instead of purchasing new clothes and accessories, go to your local thrift stores and second-hand shops to get what you need. You can find good quality items for great prices, including dresses, suits, blouses, skirts, pants, shorts and t-shirts, as well as belts, purses, scarves and hats. Infants and children's clothes are available as well and are often in excellent condition.

You can also discover interesting items for the home such as pillows, artwork, knick-knacks, kitchen utensils, rugs, blankets, curtains. Just about anything you need.

And if you're doing some spring cleaning, you can donate items you no longer want or need.

Happy Earth Day!

Safari Style

This spring jazz up your wardrobe with exotic African prints and patterns. Colors can be bold and bright (yellows, reds, turquoise, poppy) or quiet and subdued (olive, khaki, ochre) depending on your mood. And you can really rock your safari look with animal prints like zebra, leopard and tiger.

Enhance your outfit with natural accessories such as woven handbags, raffia sandals and wood bangles, as well as lovely gemstone jewelry like jasper, jade, obsidian and turquoise.

Regards, Carly

Why did the elephant sit on the marshmallow?
So he wouldn't fall into the hot chocolate.

What is Your Season?

Several years ago the book "Color Me Beautiful" by Carole Jackson was all the rage. The idea was that you should choose the colors in your wardrobe and makeup based on your skin tone and natural hair color. Each person belongs to one of four seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer or Autumn.

Winters look best in white and black, as well as bright blues, reds and purples. They typically have naturally dark hair. (Catherine Zeta-Jones, Courtney Cox, Halle Berry)

Springs look beautiful in peach, egg shell white, coral, turquoise and aqua. Their natural hair color is light/medium brown or "warm" shades of blonde. (Julia Roberts, Kate Hudson, Reese Witherspoon)

Summers look best in pastels and clear colors like taupe, lavender, pink and soft yellow. Their natural hair color is light/medium brown or "cool" shades of blonde. (Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Aniston, Sarah-Jessica Parker)

Atumns wear rich, warm earth tones orke poppy, chocolate brown, camel and emerald green. Almost all redheads fall under this season. (Julianne Moore, Cynthia Nixon, Marcia Cross)

So which season are you?

Regards, Carly

What did the blanket say to the bed?
Don't worry, I've got you covered.