Add Some Spring to Your Step

Daylight is lasting longer, the sun is looking brighter and the weather seems to be getting warmer, but you don't have to wait for the sun or weather to bring Spring in full gear! Add Spring to your step and pep to your day with simple wardrobe updates. Plus, use the techniques of fashion stylists to obtain a slim appearance by elongating your body with a monotone color with accents. Here are some sample wardrobe selections using this Spring's latest color mixes:

WHBM

Suit, Purse, Top & Shoes

Jacket, Pants, Shirt & Shoes

Jacket, Pants, Shirt & Shoes

Off to the Races - Kentucky Derby Style

Every year people from all around the world make the pilgrimage to Louisville, Kentucky for the Kentucky Derby. For some the prep for the following year starts the day after the races end and newbies they are just beginning their search for the perfect outfit. One thing is for sure, it is a place where all levels of fashion collide and people are watching the attendees as much as the horses. 

The key is to be comfortable while being fashionable. Here are a few tips:

• Friday Oaks Races - Theme is Lilies and color is pink, also there is a breast cancer walk be for the Oaks Race on the track for survivors
• Saturday Derby Races - There is no theme, winning horse receives blanket of red roses, most people this is the "Sunday Best" dress day  
• Hat should match/complement your outfit - feel free to personalize with feathers, ribbon and flowers
• Wedges or known comfortable heel brands are recommended
• Max Size for purse/handbag is 12-inches in any direction
• No Umbrellas allowed (recommend clear poncho in purse)
• Recommend folding flats for walking to and from event (fit in purse)
• Sunglasses
• Official rules
• Care Kit 
• Blister Block (shoes wearing on skin - Southern moisture)
• Bandaids
• Sunblock
• Dollars for the washroom valet
• Safety pins or small sew kit
• Clothing tap (depending on your type of dress)
• Aspirin/Advil 
• Mints
• Clear sandwich bags (for phones if it rains)

The following images are examples for races:(links to purchase included below pictures)

OAKS

Hat, Handbag, Dress & Shoes

DERBY

Dress, Hat, Shoes & Handbag

3 Traditional Boot Brands Adding Swagger to Their Step

Successful brands always have a core product line everyone relies on them to provide and understand the need to keep relevant with new customers by providing new product which test the boundaries of design and innovation. In the traditional all-weather boot industry, it has always been about comfort, function and durability. However, as they are looking to expand their customer reach companies are learning they can add flare without compromising their core values. 

Three traditional all-weather boot brands I would like to applaud on adding new life to their traditional line-up are: Sorel, Hunter and Timberland. Each have taken attributes they are known for in their products and added some swagger the designs without an compromise. Amazingly comfortable, dependable materials and trendy for a fashionista to wear.

Sorel

Hunter

Timberland

Crush Winter Blues with Color

Winter weather starting to wear on your mood? Add some "Spring" to your step with the 2016 Spring Fashion Colors: Limpet Shell (link) and Peach Echo (link). You can add a splash through accessories, key wardrobe pieces or elements in your surroundings. Below are some thought starters.

Limpet Shell

'Deco Dots' Sticky Notes

'Fresh Air' iPhone Case

'Cape Drive' Tote

Brightly Twisted #25

Peach Echo

Vince Camuto Keyhole Dress

Steve Madden 'Belli'

Donald J Pliner 'Sania'