Okay, everyone. This is my last article for The Doings newspaper as a featured columnist. Hopefully, you will see my next article in their Trend section.
Hope you enjoy it!
Lynn
http://lagrange.suntimes.com/opinions/12775927-598/time-to-build-the-summer-wish-list.html
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Color Watches!
For all of those people out there that are still afraid to wear color, I have something for you...........Color Watches!
If you can't fathom the idea of wearing a bright top or bottom and want to stick with your neutrals, why not start small.........Color Watches!
If colorful shoes or handbags are not on your radar, why not add a blip of fun to your look.............Color Watches!
These colorful watches are a great addition to any wardrobe. They are a great way to add some life to your look. Try these fun colors pink, green, yellow, blue or orange. You can't go wrong.
Color watches come in all shapes, sizes and prices. If you want to go high end, try the watches from Coach. If you don't want to spend that much, you could try the ColorPop watches from Armani Exchange for $100. And if you don't want to invest that kind of money, try the ones at Target for less than $20.
Spend what you want, but remember this....these watches are the easiest and smallest way to try color!!
Enjoy your day and your Memorial Day Weekend!!
Lynn
If you can't fathom the idea of wearing a bright top or bottom and want to stick with your neutrals, why not start small.........Color Watches!
If colorful shoes or handbags are not on your radar, why not add a blip of fun to your look.............Color Watches!
These colorful watches are a great addition to any wardrobe. They are a great way to add some life to your look. Try these fun colors pink, green, yellow, blue or orange. You can't go wrong.
Color watches come in all shapes, sizes and prices. If you want to go high end, try the watches from Coach. If you don't want to spend that much, you could try the ColorPop watches from Armani Exchange for $100. And if you don't want to invest that kind of money, try the ones at Target for less than $20.
Spend what you want, but remember this....these watches are the easiest and smallest way to try color!!
Enjoy your day and your Memorial Day Weekend!!
Lynn
Monday, May 21, 2012
Toms Shoes
Next week is my daughter's birthday, today was my mom's and last week was my son's. May is such a crazy month!! All I have been doing is shopping for birthday gifts. My son only put four items on his birthday wish list, and two of them were money and gift cards. He turned 11.
My daughter, on the other hand, had 40 items on her birthday wish list. I am not kidding. But the number one thing on her list was a pair of TOMS Shoes.
TOMS Shoes is a great brand. With every pair that is purchased, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. Their trademark is One for One. How can you not like this brand!
So off we went to Nordstrom to find her shoes. She decided on the pink glitter ones. Which I have to say, are a lot cuter than the canvas ones. And they looked so cute on her. She thought she could wear them right away, but I said that she had to wait until her actual birthday. I know, I am a mean mom.
I really think TOMS shoes are cute on kids, even teenagers, but I think there is an age limit to them. That day, I saw a women (probably my age) wearing them. It just didn't look right. And she had them on with black dress pants. Not good. I think they are definitely for the young, not for the young at heart!
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
My daughter, on the other hand, had 40 items on her birthday wish list. I am not kidding. But the number one thing on her list was a pair of TOMS Shoes.
TOMS Shoes is a great brand. With every pair that is purchased, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. Their trademark is One for One. How can you not like this brand!
So off we went to Nordstrom to find her shoes. She decided on the pink glitter ones. Which I have to say, are a lot cuter than the canvas ones. And they looked so cute on her. She thought she could wear them right away, but I said that she had to wait until her actual birthday. I know, I am a mean mom.
I really think TOMS shoes are cute on kids, even teenagers, but I think there is an age limit to them. That day, I saw a women (probably my age) wearing them. It just didn't look right. And she had them on with black dress pants. Not good. I think they are definitely for the young, not for the young at heart!
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
H&M
Yes, I am getting in all of my shopping before the kids get out of school. This time I hit H&M. What a great selection of clothes at such reasonable prices!
They had sleeveless, round neck tops with a small keyhole tie front for only $4.95. I bought one in coral and one in a very pal pink. They also had them in lemon yellow, black and ivory.
Then I bought a cap sleeve ivory top with a floral print on the front for only $12.95. Remember, floral prints are in!!
One of their other specials were on short skirts in stone and cobalt blue priced at only $9.95. Unbelievable!
H&M is a great place to shop for summer items. I tend to spend more money on my winter clothes, of course, because of the fabrics, etc. So it's nice to spend less on summer clothes. And if I don't like the items the next year, I don't feel guilty getting rid of them because they didn't cost a lot.
H&M always has great styles and trends, and you won't break the bank. So try it....you'll love it!
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
They had sleeveless, round neck tops with a small keyhole tie front for only $4.95. I bought one in coral and one in a very pal pink. They also had them in lemon yellow, black and ivory.
Then I bought a cap sleeve ivory top with a floral print on the front for only $12.95. Remember, floral prints are in!!
One of their other specials were on short skirts in stone and cobalt blue priced at only $9.95. Unbelievable!
H&M is a great place to shop for summer items. I tend to spend more money on my winter clothes, of course, because of the fabrics, etc. So it's nice to spend less on summer clothes. And if I don't like the items the next year, I don't feel guilty getting rid of them because they didn't cost a lot.
H&M always has great styles and trends, and you won't break the bank. So try it....you'll love it!
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
TJ Maxx
I haven't stopped by TJ Maxx in a long time. Shocking, I know. So today I decided to make a quick pit stop there to see what was new and what designers they were carrying.
There are a a number of TJ Maxx stores that have the Runway to the Maxx store within a store. These particular stores carry designers and brands like Catherine Malandrino, Vince, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Valentino, Missoni, Kate Spade, Gucci and Fendi. Yes, crazy!! You never know what you will find when you go there. It's so much fun!
Today, I could not believe what great designers they were showcasing. There were handbags by Fendi, Jimmy Choo and Prada. I am not kidding you. I checked out the shoe department, and they had Gucci, Kate Spade, Coach, Ugg and Dolce & Gabbana. Truly unbelievable! As for the apparel, I saw everything from Theory, Vince, Escada, Helmut Lang, Nannette Lepore and much, much more.
I highly recommend going to a TJ Maxx store as soon as you can. But make sure they carry the Runway to the Maxx designers. It's worth the drive and the time.
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
There are a a number of TJ Maxx stores that have the Runway to the Maxx store within a store. These particular stores carry designers and brands like Catherine Malandrino, Vince, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Valentino, Missoni, Kate Spade, Gucci and Fendi. Yes, crazy!! You never know what you will find when you go there. It's so much fun!
Today, I could not believe what great designers they were showcasing. There were handbags by Fendi, Jimmy Choo and Prada. I am not kidding you. I checked out the shoe department, and they had Gucci, Kate Spade, Coach, Ugg and Dolce & Gabbana. Truly unbelievable! As for the apparel, I saw everything from Theory, Vince, Escada, Helmut Lang, Nannette Lepore and much, much more.
I highly recommend going to a TJ Maxx store as soon as you can. But make sure they carry the Runway to the Maxx designers. It's worth the drive and the time.
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Flowers in Bloom!
How does that saying go....April showers bring May flowers!! Well, it looks like designers and retailers alike are really making the saying come true. Floral prints are everywhere!!!
Florals are a great way to brighten up your wardrobe, especially after wearing all of those dark colors during the winter. It's a way to be feminine and romantic and ladylike and flirty all in one.
Let's start with dresses. Floral dresses are everywhere and at every price point and style. Vince Camuto, Shoshanna, Marc by Marc Jacobs and American Eagle Outfitters all have simple floral print dresses that range in price from $39.50 to $398. Try pairing them with a cute flat sandal or a high heel wedge sandal. Or try adding a wide leather belt. These floral dresses are so much fun for day and night.
Now, how about jeans...yes, jeans!! Floral feminine printed jeans are the hottest denim trend. Denim lines like J Brand and Citizens of Humanity are showing this trend. The style is skinny and tight, so wear an over sized top and hat with ballet flats or flat sandals. So cute!!
Then there are the accessories!! Purses, scarves and shoes!!! If some of you are afraid to wear florals, a good way to try them is with an accessory. Lovely People and Libby Edelman are showing floral print ballet flats that are $79. A subtle way to add a floral print to your look. Aldo Shoes has a floral faux leather chain strap clutch handbag for $40. You can't beat that! And of course, every store has floral scarves. Go to one of your local boutiques to grab one of those and support small businesses.
So instead of buying flowers at your florist, go buy yourself some floral print clothes!! They will last longer.
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
Florals are a great way to brighten up your wardrobe, especially after wearing all of those dark colors during the winter. It's a way to be feminine and romantic and ladylike and flirty all in one.
Let's start with dresses. Floral dresses are everywhere and at every price point and style. Vince Camuto, Shoshanna, Marc by Marc Jacobs and American Eagle Outfitters all have simple floral print dresses that range in price from $39.50 to $398. Try pairing them with a cute flat sandal or a high heel wedge sandal. Or try adding a wide leather belt. These floral dresses are so much fun for day and night.
Now, how about jeans...yes, jeans!! Floral feminine printed jeans are the hottest denim trend. Denim lines like J Brand and Citizens of Humanity are showing this trend. The style is skinny and tight, so wear an over sized top and hat with ballet flats or flat sandals. So cute!!
Then there are the accessories!! Purses, scarves and shoes!!! If some of you are afraid to wear florals, a good way to try them is with an accessory. Lovely People and Libby Edelman are showing floral print ballet flats that are $79. A subtle way to add a floral print to your look. Aldo Shoes has a floral faux leather chain strap clutch handbag for $40. You can't beat that! And of course, every store has floral scarves. Go to one of your local boutiques to grab one of those and support small businesses.
So instead of buying flowers at your florist, go buy yourself some floral print clothes!! They will last longer.
Enjoy your day!
Lynn
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