Shirley Applegate

Who Said Flats Have to Be Uninspired

A year ago an associate footwear editor working for a fashion trend forecasting company said that flats are not as elegant as heels, but they do enable more movement. That is so unfair to flats because it makes them sound uninspired, utilitarian and well…... Read >

Tribal Trends in Jewelry

Big, bold and colorful express the tribal trend in jewelry this season. Tribal jewelry has been around a long time and this season it is playful, daring and ethnic with a modern twist. This evocative style depicts the historically primitive people from al... Read >

The Shift Dress

One of the more popular dresses for women this season is the shift dress. Yes, this dress is one that you will love putting on because it fits right, looks great and it is so versatile. The shift dress will be a major component to the 2011 dress trends. T... Read >

Texture

One of the big trends in handbags for 2011 is texture. Different textures, different materials, even different hardware on the bags all contribute to a sense of touch and a sense of sensuality. The use of texture seems to be about bringing handbags into... Read >

Spring to Fall 2011

One definite trend with regard to handbags, that was really seen in the 2011 Spring Fashion Weeks, was color. Colors were evident with regard to the fashion collections for clothes, but also with regard to handbags. It s almost like a salute to the end ... Read >

Satchels and Hobo Bags

Satchels and hobo bags are quite on trend for 2011. They are different from the rather big and bulky designer bags that we saw in 2009 or 2010, these are much more compact, less roomy and much more dainty than the large ‘bucket style’ bags which weighed ... Read >

Sandals With Exotic Multicultural Influences

When the warmer weather arrives, shoes you have adored in the past few months can suddenly seem so uncomfortable. It’s difficult to let go of your wedge heels though because…let’s face it…you love them! They are the hot trend and this hot has nothing to ... Read >

Rose Gold Trends in the Spring of 2011

Let’s start with a little bit of history about rose gold, shall we? It is actually a mixture of gold and a copper alloy that has been around since the beginning of the nineteenth century in Russia. It used to be known as Russian gold or Red gold but neith... Read >

A Horoscope of Shoes

You can make fashion sense of your future by considering your horoscope of shoes. Different types of shoes represent different types of personalities and charisma. So for fun, let’s consider the different star signs and which shoes will make you happiest ... Read >

Top Trends in High Heels As Seen on the Red Carpet

If you like keeping up with the latest trends in clothing, shoes, and accessories, it's definitely a great idea to keep your eyes on the red carpet. You'll get to see some of the best trends and you'll probably even see some trends that you hate and want ... Read >

Top Clothing Trends Every Plus Size Woman Should Try

You don't have to wear a size 2 to find great fashion items that will make you look amazing. There are plenty of great designs out there for plus size women. However, you do need to know what trends you can try and the essentials that you need to have on ... Read >

Top Fashion Buys on a Budget - Secrets You Need to Use

With the current recession, many fashionistas are having to learn to trim down their budget. After all, you want to make sure you keep up with the current fashions without hurting your budget too much. If you are a savvy shopper, you'll be able to look gr... Read >

Top Fashion Mistakes to Avoid

One of the ways to not make fashion mistakes is learning how to avoid them in the first place, which might sound simple, but some women have a difficult time with understanding their body type and what they should and should not wear. There are several th... Read >

Fashion Advice and Tips

Have you ever seen a woman, whether they are famous or not that always seems to dress in the "right" colors that flatters and makes her look stunning? It's amazing that some women do not know the colors they should be wearing, and when you wear the wrong ... Read >

History of Women's Fashion

Have you ever wondered how over the years fashion has changed for women? Surprisingly, women's fashion through the years continues to go through cycles of what's in style and what's not. Every time something becomes fashionable, the designers add somethin... Read >