• 70s,  trend

    Getting That Cool 70’s Vibe

     It has been a while since a trend has so completely and assuredly dominated the fashion scene like the ’70s trend is doing right now. Not sure what I mean? Wait until fall and the proof will be everywhere, including in your closet. This trend draws its origins from Fall ’14 Fashion Shows, however we all know after watching Devil Wears Prada that there is a lag before the world at large adopts the trends dictated by the fashion elite. Still questioning the validity of what I am saying? Pop into any retailer and take a look at the color palette of the clothing especially the sale racks of Fall/Winter…

  • Forever21 Handbags

    Am I Too Old To Shop At Forever21?

    Find this beauty here Standing in my downtown Seattle Forever21 dressing room, staring at myself after wiggling into a pair of size 28 boyfriend it hit me: maybe the fact that those boyfriend jeans barely even fit me like skinny jeans in my normal size was an indication that I am OFFICIALLY too old to shop at Forever21. My fears were being realized, I was being aged out of a store I had loved that was a go to for finding treasures at and knockoffs since I was a teenager. But that’s life right? WRONG. Yes, one of the primary customers targeted by Forever21is in fact the pre-teen/teenager who’s idea…

  • cocoon coats,  tricks for hiding flaws,  wide leg trousers

    Beat Winter At It’s Own Game: Volume I

     Alright, time for some honesty: We just exited the holiday season and yes, I ate all of the cookies, indulged on eggnog and what have you, and consequently have become what I would call ‘festively plump’ and I know I am not alone. That doesn’t mean I am fat or any of us are, it just means that our skinny trousers perhaps are a tad too skinny for comfort and lets just say you won’t see me in a body-con dress tomorrow. That being said, I offer you two outfit tricks that will help you navigate this festive time of year, no diets necessary (time seems to take care of…

  • laser cut,  over the knee,  suede,  thigh high boots

    All About that Bass… I Mean Boots

      Sales, sales everywhere! The retail industry has certainly changed over the years as Black Friday Sales have become commonplace and now it the post-holiday after Christmas time period has taken the top position as the biggest sale season of the year. While I love a great steal (who doesn’t) I must admit that a bit of the excitement is lost when every single store I could possibly shop at has everything on sale. Also, it is slightly disheartening watching items that you buy at full price consistently going on sale. But let’s focus on a place I consistently love finding steals and deals: Nordstrom Rack. These ridiculously gorgeous colorful…