Hot Sandals!

I would have never considered myself as a fan of sandals…well not until this summer. During my vacation this year I could not help but notice how the right pair of sandals made a girl in casual outfit look like she had spent hours putting the outfit together. Sandals had become the “wow” accessory in my book! Last summer I invested in a pair of high heel sandals (which I love and still wear lots) but upon my return from vacation I was on a mission to find that perfect pair of sandals that suite my personal style. I refused to spend too much on it…this girl rather spend the money on her love of winter boots;)

So….Mission accomplished! Not only did I find the right pair of sandals but also found some jewel flip flops that can add flair to an outfit. I noticed that gladiator sandals still hold high priority but it really is about what your style is.

Where to get it:  You can get these sandals anywhere including Target, LOFT, J Crew…the list is endless. Trust me…just go to your favorite spot to buy shoes and you will find one in your style.

Seen on: Bridget Moynahan, Jessica Alba, Olivia Palmero, Nicole Richie…I think this list can go on forever!

How I wear it: These sandals will rock with your favorite summer dress!!! My favorite way to wear the pictured sandals is with distressed denim shorts and a baggy v-Neck shirt. I add some gold jewelry to the outfit as well. I also wear it with harem pants and my romper. The high heeled sandals are super fun to wear with harem pants and casual tanks…add a scarf to make it more fun!

Scarves…the year round accessory!

A thought which crossed my mind during my vacation was how much I love wearing my spring/summer scarves and what great statement piece scarves make to a casual layback outfit. Scarves are a souvenir I look for no matter where I am visiting. I LOVE going to local boutiques and making this fun purchase.

Confirmed by my favorite celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe “scarves are a year round accessory”!!!!

What does matter is the kind of scarf you do wear. You don’t want to wear a fall or winter scarf in the spring nor would you wear a spring scarf in the winter! Material is key here! Have fun with color & patterns when dressing up your casual outfits. Silk and sheer are great materials for summer scarves. With animal print so hot still, this is a great way to incorporate the look without being too bold. Bright colors (pictured) are a great way to go!

Don’t forget to add bracelets and some wedges!

Harem Pants….beyond comfy pants!

During my last two trips to Europe one thing I noticed and admired was how European women expressed their individual style. It’s one thing to buy a trendy piece but it’s how you express your own style with it that makes people turn in awe. Women in Italy, Spain and Greece do an amazing job with this and I just love it!

A hot trend right now in Europe and has slowly been making its way to the U.S. are harem pants. It’s so trendy and the perfect piece to express your style that I had to rush out and get my own pair. Stylish women in Europe wore these pants in so many different ways. There were those who kept it casual with a baggy v-neck shirt and gladiator sandals, some wore it with amazing accessories that you did not notice what shirt they were wearing just their accessories,  then there were those paired it with the most fabulous heels and one piece of accessory that just stood out (my personal favorite). There were even those who paired the pants with a fitted blazer. No matter if and how you decide to pull of this look just keep one thing in mind…express your own style!

Seen on: Jessica Alba, Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, Fergie

Where to get it: Forever 21, Zara, Alice + Olivia - carries similar sytle which I just love!