Lovely Lace

Right now I am beyond obsessed with black lace anything! Well not anything but still you can find the black lace trend everywhere right now, so go out and get laced up! I am only talking about black lace now ladies, now is not the time to bring out an old lace top and try to make it work. The sad thing about trends that come back is that they always come back slightly different so you can't use your old stand by that's been in your closet waiting for it's comeback. Anyway, I love this trend in a blouse, in a handbag, pump, and on a dress! I love it inset in a top as well! Pair with a nude cami or nude pumps-so hot! Wear the bag or pumps to liven up any outfit! The way to wear it is more sweet than sassy, more ladylike is fashion forward. I just bought a lace print scarf that was sooo cute and I pair it with my military jacket- a little mix of feminine with the masculine, always a do. One piece of advice; find a soft lace, not crunchy and not too fitted. Happy Shopping! Go to shopstyle.com and type in black lace to find your perfect piece for the trend! (From top: blouse by Alexander Wang;bag at Spegiel.com; pumps at dsw.com; lace top at revolveclothing.com; dress by Tracy Reese at nordstrom.com and always shop at Luxe Boutique!)

Wild About Prints!

 I feel that every woman should have a little leopard in her closet, honestly it never really goes out of style. This season leopard is really in! I like to see this trend incorporated as an accessory. A leopard belt or shoes can really make an outfit! Also, for the more conservative dresser or the woman who won't wear leopard, adding a little touch is a way to be trendy without being over the top. If you're a little more brave try a sheer leopard blouse! I like the blouse to be flowy and not fitted, so it's not street walker-esque. The rules with leopard are: wear only one piece at time, no leopard belt
 and shoes! This is not the time to be "matchy-matchy." Go out and get in touch with your wild side!

Gray is the new Black!

Even if you're fashionably clueless you're going to be bombarded with gray this fall in everything from shoes and accessories to coats and apparel! So get on board and get in with this trendy hue! I personally love to rock the trend in accessories! I myself have bought over the knee boots in gray, booties in gray suede, and a studded handbag in a taupe-ish gray (great for wearing with both brown and black.) What I love about the trend is it's versatility, you pair it with so many colors, it's a great neutral. Here were my personal finds: Handbag by Hype available at Bluefly.com; Boots by Sam Edelman available at Nordstrom.com; and bootie by Miss Sixty also Nordstom.com.

Must Have Fall Shoes!

The MUST have fall shoes are: the clog and the lace up bootie. Also, the over the knee boot (but I'll blog about that later; )) for now go out and scour to find your favorite version of the clog and lace up.
Wear these with just about anything, they're very versatile. I like the lace up bootie with boyfriend jeans, and a flowy top, so cute! Try your clogs with flare jeans like J Brand's Lovestory (sold at my boutique LUXE.)

Here are some of my favs: Phillip Lim if you're a big spender! Sam Edelman makes the lace up bootie, Collin Stuart for Victoria Secret makes for an affordable option and Steve Madden makes the sling back clog (great transition for Spring as well.)

A Furry Fall!

One of this season's biggest trends is Fur! You'll be seeing it everywhere and not just the usual fur coats and wraps but as detailing on shoes, purses, and my favorite way to wear this trend a vest! Sure real fur is very beautiful but if you're anti-fur you can still rock this look faux! Faux is also much easier on your wallet. With faux fur I definitely recommend shopping in person rather than online; that way you see the quality and can tell if it is soft and could pass as the real deal! My favorite picks for a faux fur vest are top right: Alice +Olivia's-shopbop.com; Micheal Kors-michealkors.com; and BB Dakota's available at my store LUXE!  The Micheal Kors and BB Dakota vest are under $150-very chic!

Happy Shopping!

September Issues are here! Fall's Top Trends!

The September issues are here, loaded with all the latest and greatest for Fall. I'm getting excited for pumpkin spice candles and falling leaves already, if only to wear some of the fun new styles in clothing, shoes, and accessories!

Top Trends for Fall:

1) Military-Military inspired clothes, shoes, and accessories will be HUGE this fall! Watch for jackets-one of the best ways to incorporate this trend in my opinion. The cargo that was big this summer (ie J Brand's Houlihan) will still be in this fall with some new twists like a sateen finish. You will also see camo on this fall's accessories. I suggest mixing in camo in a scarf or hat rather than a head to toe boot camp look.

2) Gray-This is a trend I am LOVING! I absolutely love gray shoes and handbags for the fall. It's in all the way down to your finger tips (see my last blog.)

3) Lace-up booties- You will see a ton of variety in lace up shoes. I love these with a cropped pleated dress pant! So chic.

4) Faux fur vests-I love these! I have already bought several different pieces for my store. This is a must-have for the season. Mix this in with your cargo skinnies, and booties-so hot!

5) Over-the-knee boots-We started seeing this last fall but it is in full force this year so definitely grab yourself a pair! I love a mid-heel leather with a tie behind the knee boot, maybe in this season's "it" color gray!

Trends from last Fall to keep:

Faux leather leggings and Plaid.

Will post individual blogs on these trends complete with pictures of my top suggestions soon!

The "IT" Nail Color!

My favorite polish from Spring was Sally Hansen's Commander in Chic and Chanel's Particuliere, both gray and lavender hued looked fresh and trendy! Now for fall I have just ordered Chanel's Paradoxal a shimmery gray and lavender that's neutral enough to look good on everyone and flattering for the fall colors we'll be wearing! Try this shade out today. Free shipping at chanel.com!