LBD (Little Black Dress)

The Little Black Dress was originally made popular in the 1920's by the fashion designer Coco Chanel. The Little Black Dress is considered essential to a complete wardrobe by many women and fashion observers, who believe it a "rule of fashion" that every woman should own a simple, elegant black dress that can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.

6 Steps to Find The Perfect Little Black Dress

Step 1:
Think about your body type. If you need to wear a bra when you go out for the evening, you may not be comfortable in halters, backless numbers and sheer shoulders. But remember that there are plenty of other ways to look sexy.

Step 2:

Identify your key assets. Is your back worth showing off? Want to expose a little shoulder? Is the low-cut look for you? Do your legs deserve the spotlight?

Step 3:

Find a dress that's comfortable. Eliminate any dress that makes it hard to walk, sit or dance.

Step 4:

Choose a well-constructed dress of a good fabric: light wool or silk crepe is best with a lining. The lining will smooth your figure so the dress hangs neatly.

Step 5:

Don't show too much. Choose a little black dress that's plain except for that one saucy feature: crisscross straps in back; a daring neckline; a deep slit in the side, back or front.

Step 6:

Accessorize: fishnet stockings, a bold bracelet, a choker, or leopard pumps with a matching bag.

Click on this link to take a 13 question quiz about yourself to find YOUR perfect Little Black Dress!

HOW TO STYLIZE YOUR LITTLE BLACK DRESS

SPLURGE:

Derek Lam: Buttoned Sateen Dress
$1,890
Available at Neiman Marcus

Zac Posen: Sleeveless Lattice Dress
$1,600
Available at Neiman Marcus

Dolce & Gabbana: Stretch Satin Dress
$465
Available at Nordstrom

STEAL

Nicole Miller: Black Strapless Bubble Dress

$290.00

Available at edressme.com

Michael Kors: Belted Sheath Dress

$119.62

Available at Macy's

Victoria's Secret

$95

Available at Victoria's Secret

Shoes to go with your Little Black Dress

Animal Instinct

Animal prints are another happening trend for Summer. Whether you choose to wear Leopard, Cheetah, or even Zebra you will be with the trend and in the know. So keep an animal instinct when your shopping because one of the hits for Summer is animal print, and get them while you can!

Check out this video to learn the tricks and tips of wearing leopard print!

http://video.aol.com/video-detail/fashion-fix-leopard-print/332825060

Splurge:

Dolce & Gabbana
Animal-Print Sheath Dress
Price: $1,650.00

Available at Neiman Marcus

Steal:

Tiana B. Leopard Print Strapless Dress
Price: $15.99

Available at Overstock.com

Splurge:
Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Patent Leather Pump
Price: $575.00

Available at Nordstrom













Steal:
Mossimo Dierdre Heel Pumps - Leopard

Price: $24.99

Available at Target














Splurge:
Dolce & Gabbana Canvas and Leather Hobo
$795.00

Available at Neiman Marcus





















Steal:
Merona Clutch - Animal Print
$14.99

Available at Target

Splurge:
Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Skirt
$995

Available at Neiman Marcus

Steal:

L.A.M.B. Pleat Black Leopard Skirt
by Gwen Stefani
$195

Available at Nordstrom


















So go and get your animal instinct on!! But don't forget only one animal print at a time, because once you mix your fashionable look you will go from chic to freak! :)

BEJEWEL YOUR LOOK

BEJEWELED ITEMS ARE VERY IN RIGHT NOW! WHETHER THEIR BEDAZZLED WITH RHINESTONES OR CHUNKY JEWELS, IT JUST GLITZ UP YOUR OUTFIT FOR THAT FUN, FRESH VIBE. JEWELS CAN BE PLACED ON TOPS, DRESSES, HANDBAGS, AND EVEN SUNGLASSES. SO START SHOPPING FOR THOSE EYE-CATCHING PIECES, AND BEDAZZLE YOUR LOOK.

SPLURGE:

Nanette Lepore "Cubist Print" Sheath

Available @ Nordstrom's

Priced @ $370.00

STEAL:

Pleated Satin Tunic

Available @ Forever 21

Priced @ $27.80

SPLURGE:

Charles by Charles David 'Fantasy' Sandal

Available @ Nordstrom's

Priced @ $104.95

STEAL:

Embellished Leather Sandals

Available @ Old Navy

Priced @ $19.50

SPLURGE:

Ed Hardy 'Koi Fish' Sunglasses

Available @ Nordstrom's

Priced @ $225.00

STEAL:

South Beach Rhinestone Sunglasses

Available @ www.eyewearpricedright.com

Priced @ $12.62

So get your dazzle on, because jeweled items are hot, and can take your look from ordinary to extraordinary!!

WOW THEM WITH METALLIC!!!!

Metallics are always in style, no matter how your wear them. Silver, bronze, gold, and steel are the hot metallics you can find everywhere. You see celebrities wearing metallics in dresses, coats, shoes, handbags, and even sunglasses! So grab your metallics and make your outfit POP!

SPLURGE:

Creenstone Fit & Flare Crinkle Coat

Retails For: $495.00

Available @ Nordstroms

STEAL:

Kensie Metallic Pleated Jacket

Retails For: $118.00

Available @ Macy's

SPLURGE:

Badgley Mischka Platinum Label Metallic Bubble Dress

Retails for: $286.99

Available @ Bloomingdales

STEAL:

Metallic Enya Sleeveless Tunic

Retails for: $22.80

Available @ Forever 21

SPLURGE:

Fendi Mini Clutch

Retails For: $1,180.00

Available @ Saks Fifth Avenue

STEAL: Evening Macro Gem Clutch

Retails For: $35.00

Available @ JCPenny

SPLURGE:

Jimmy Choo Elm Water Snake Pumps

Retails For: $920.00

Available @ Saks Fifth Avenue

STEAL:

Steve Madden Nighttime

Retails For: $49.99

Available @ stevemadden.com

So get your glitz and glam by adding a little metallic to your outfit. Not only will you dazzle, but you'll be in style too! And that's what it's all about!

SUIT UP FOR SUMMER WITH THE HOTTEST SWIMSUITS OUT THERE!!!

Spring Break is here, and Summer is just around the corner. So its time to hit the mall and find the hottest bathing suit that suits your body right. Their are many style to choose from such as the bikini, the tankini, the bandeau, and the one-piece. Bold patterns, bright colors, and the basic black swimsuit are hot picks for summer.

SPLURGE:

Becca Reversibile Bikini

Bikini Top: $62

Bikini Bottoms: $50

Avaliable @ Nordstroms

STEAL:

Venus Cream/Black/Gold Skin Bikini

Bikini Top: $31

Bikini Bottoms: $32

Avavilable @ Venus.com

SPLURGE:

Juicy Couture Halter Ruffle Swimdress

Retails for: $164

Avavliable @ Saks Fifth Avenue

STEAL:

Very Sexy Sun-thru one-piece monokini

Retails for: $60

Avallibale @ VictoriaSecret.com

SPLURGE:

Milly Bandeau Tie Dress

Retails for: $ 228

Available @ Bloomingdale's

STEAL:

No Boundaries Strapless Terry Dress

Retails for: $11.88

Avaliable @ Walmart

So when you find the perfect swimsuit head to the beach to get that perfect tan. Ohh... and don't forget the sunblock! :)

FLOWER POWER!!!!!!

Since Spring is here, it's time to look as fresh and beautiful as a flower.

Splurge:

Free People 'Pretty Poppies' Mixed Print Dress
$128.00
Available at Nordstrom's

STEAL:

Jovovich-Hawk Floral Dress Wild Cherry
$39.99
Available at Target

Splurge:

Michele 'Garden Party - Snail' Limited Edition Watch
$1,325
Available at Nordstrom

STEAL:

Guess Floral Watch $85.00 Available at Macy's

Splurge:

Juicy Couture 'Daisy' Daydreamer Tote
$195.00
Available at Nordstrom

STEAL:

Canvas Floral-Print Tote

$ 10.50

Old Navy

So start feeling the power of the flower, because floral print is the "it" for Spring!

SAFARI FUN!!

SAFARI styled clothes seem to be another happening trend right now! Tribal print also falls under the category of SAFARI trends. The clothes feature patterns like leopard and abstract prints, and basic neutral colors like khaki, brown, white, and beige. The jewelry is all about wood bangles, big earnings, and unique gem rings. In footwear, gladiator sandals are very popular, and wedged heels are a great option too! So get your SAFARI inspired pieces now because they are in the demand now, and will be stylish for Summer too!

SPLURGE:

Dolce & Gabbana

Safari Shorts

$850.00

Purchase at Nordstrom

Dolce & Gabbana

Short Safari Jacket

$2,595.00

Purchase at Nordstrom

STEAL:

Old Navy

Women's Safari Rompers
$19.99

Old Navy

Printed Belted Dress
$25.00

SPLURGE:

Sam Edelman 'Ginger' Gladiator Flat
$88.95

Purchase at Nordstrom
















STEAL:

Old Navy

Metallic Braided Gladiator Style Sandals
$16.50





















SPLURGE:

Michael Kors 'Joplin' Tote
$298.00


Purchase at Nordstrom's





















STEAL:

Old Navy

Wooden Handle- Clutch
$19.50

So although we may not live in Africa, it sure is fun to switch up your wardrobe with fun pieces that have that Safari vibe.

But if you ever do get a chance to travel to Africa, then you will be ready because you are already following the trends of the U.S.!