Fitting In: When you are looking for that ultimate comfortable fit remember to thoroughly analyze the fabric and ask yourself these questions:

• How much will it stretch?
• How is the quality, will it stand up to everyday wear?
• Can I wash these in the washer or will they need to be dry cleaned?

Getting the right answers for those questions will help to ensure the fit is just right for you from the moment you purchase them to your last day of wear.

Color Me Glad: Jeggings these days come in a wide variety of colors and selecting the perfect one can be a little intimidating.  To make your shopping excursion easier, follow these simple tricks for picking out the best color choice to mix with your wardrobe:

• Opt for lighter shades for more casual looks.
• Choose darker colors for dressier styles.
• Check if the color will fade over time or will bleed after washing.

Go to Great Lengths: Once you have figured out the fit and color, next stop is choosing the right length for your body and style. If you love to wear flats, then go for shorter or ankle length jeggings. However, if you’re a high heel kinda gal, opt for longer lengths; it’ll elongate your legs and keep you on-trend.

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The Working Woman

Jill Sander, Tory Burch, Rachel Roy, Nanette Lepore and Erin Featherstone know a thing or two about womenswear.  Once again they wowed the crowds with fitted blazers, suit shorts, bespoke dresses, lightweight cardigans and feminine blouses that not only serve as separate, functional wardrobes items, but keep you on trend as well. A ladylike nod to former days of 50’s and 60’s style of suiting received a myriad of modern updates full of prints, ruffles, florals, patterns and of course, impeccable tailoring. Say goodbye to the days of boring office attire and say hello to a bright future where professional wear is sexy , sophisticated and, most importantly, easy to assemble.  Whether you are layering each piece or keeping simple with just a beautifully fitted dress, you can take comfort in knowing next season’s collection are for the working woman on-the-go.

The Girls Night Out

Let’s face it ladies, too much stress in our work week can make us go crazy. So when Friday rolls around, we need to let loose.  Our dear designer friend, Marc Jacobs, knows that our inner playful self is in desperate need of some time in the spotlight.  His Spring/Summer 2011 collection is the perfect vehicle for heading to the famed Studio 54. Okay, so that might not be attainable, but a girl can dream, right? The collection featured a flowing array of 70’s glam, luxuriously fabulous dresses and party wear that will have all us swooning with delight.  To recreate this look, seek out gypsy blouses, below-the-knee length skirts, wide-legged trousers and drape-y maxi dresses with extravagant prints, bright colors and luxury fabrics like silk and chiffon.  Don’t forget the flower corsages and oversized sunglasses and hats.  Mimic the styling of Bianca Jagger and DVF back in the day and you’ll be the subject of envy.

The Budget Fashionista

Keeping up with the Joneses is tough work! While we would all love to have an endless supply of clothing like some of our favorite style icons, sometime it’s just not feasible.  Our fantasy fades, and we’re left feeling depressed about our wardrobe.  However this Fashion Week, designers made every attempt to keep us effortlessly chic and fabulous.  Their collections carefully harmonized both our financial constraints and woes with our passion and curiosity for fashion.  The best way for us to stay stylish and not break the bank is to go with what we know is timeless.  Fortunately for us, neutral colors, classic wardrobe pieces and strategic layering ruled the runway during Fashion Week.  It’s a femininity meets functionality approach, but one that works for our pockets.  Find your inner budget fashionista by searching for items such as a khaki blazer (see Tory Burch), a white shift dress (see Calvin Klein), a classic button down (see Donna Karan) and dress pants (see Michael Kors).  All of those work well together, but separately can be worn as statement pieces. Chic minimalism with a budget friendly creativity; a fashionista’s dream come true!

Fall Boot Trend One

A Heroine in Footwear: The ankle bootie. It’s part shoe, part boot and part well, frankly, superpower.  It can dress up or dress down any outfit and can be worn with a sexy dress, skinny jeans, a mini skirt or simply under leggings. Versatile, sexy and sophisticated, the hybrid shoe boot this season is definitely your new superhero. Cape not included.

Fall Boot Trend Two

The Bee’s Knees: It’s no wonder why the return of the over-the-knee boot is welcomed back with open arms.  Last season, it was a trend that could transform the ordinary go-to outfit into extraordinary by simply slipping on these outrageously sexy and chic boots.  This time around, designers were careful not to repeat the exact same styling of last Fall season, so they updated the new “it” boots by playing with height, texture and details.  Whatever style of the OTK boot you choose this season, just make sure to include these in your repertoire and you’ll be more than happy with the results.

Fall Boot Trend Three

Luck be a Lady: Designers have a sweet spot for us fashionistas; and nothing says it more than the intricate attention to detail they assumed when designing the A/W collections. This season’s boot has turned into the ultimate ladylike accessory. Details like lace, velvet, rosettes, ribbons, bows, floral printing and sexy cutouts pay tribute to decades of feminine styling by capturing the essence of female sex appeal and ladylike grace.  Looks like the odds are in our favor.

Fall Boot Trend Four

A Masculine Overhaul: The lines have been blurred, the laces have been tied and heels have been stripped. Designs that used to be strictly for men have sunk its teeth into women’s boots come Fall.  The lace up workman’s boot and motorcycle boot reigned supreme on the runway.  If you’re daring enough to try a slightly more androgynous look, these flat boots will certainly keep you stylish and chic.  Don’t like the overtly masculine look? Opt for a more feminine touch with a sky high stiletto.

Fall Boot Trend Five

All Laced-up and Nowhere to go?: In the old days, a lace-up boot was tucked safely under a billowing layered skirt, never to be seen.  It’s hard to believe anyone would want to hide a sexy silhouette, beloved Victorian, vintage vibe accompanied with a ladylike heel. So, designers this season decided to revive a once forgotten favorite and made it one of the hottest trends for Fall. Gone are the days of concealing footwear, flaunt those lace boots all over town and you’ll quickly be the envy of every fashionista out there.

Fall Boot Trend Six

Bring out your Inner Animal: The concentration this season seems to be defining the details in boots that curb your animal cravings:  fur-lined boots, pony hair detail, shearling trim, rabbit fur and goat hair fringe all inject a certain sexy bohemian style while keeping you warm during the blistery winter months.  It’s officially time to unleash your inner animal instinct.

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While sparkle is a way to glam your gams, print will get you to the other extreme. Try this for a more urban look but beware—prints, especially when worn tight as with leggings, tends to create the illusion of more fullness. Now I don’t know about you, but I’m not trying to look bigger than I am. Okay, okay, there are some exceptions. For example, I do own a muted leopard legging which I find acceptable because of its dark colors. Light or bright colors are more difficult to pull off. If you’re bent on the idea of a printed bottom, opt for dark over light and small over large. Larger prints, you guessed it, make you look larger! I say don’t run the risk but if you insist, try a tie-dye which has at most two neutral colors (grey and white, blue and white, etc.). Tell us what you think and don’t forget to visit our sister property The Leggings.com

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Numero uno: “They’re okay so long as your shirt covers you butt…otherwise it’s ghetto.” -Amy

Ah yes, we are all acutely aware of the controversy associated with the length of the shirt you choose to pair with your bottom huggers. I’m not too sure about “ghetto” but one thing’s for sure: it’s not the best look.

On to the next…“They’re horrible…especially the cheap ones that leave nothing to the imagination.” -Deirdre

Hmmm, maybe this is in reference to white leggings? I’m thinking if you’re leaning towards white and tight, you might as well forego pants altogether. Ya know, seeing how you can pretty much see directly through them! Don’t disappoint Deirdre, people…just. say. no.

“They are a disdain to fashion and usually make girls look like oompa loompas.” -Daniel

A little harsh? Maybe…The last time I checked, oompa loompas are orange but I think what dear Daniel means to say is they make girls look squat.

“The fact that Lindsay Lohan now has her own designer line of leggings should make a girl think twice before making the mistake of purchasing a pair…” -Dierdre

Poor L. Lohan just can’t win. We hear that Big Red is a cool half mil in debt, so maybe we should throw her a bone and buy a pair of her shredded leggings. Ya know, show some goodwill.

It seems as though the consensus is leggings are a no-go . Time to weigh in…I say green light ahead! No matter how others weigh in, I’m an advocate. Just be sure you know the basics. Avoid: prints, white (and any color other than clack), and anything too tight or too short up top. Consider yourself now passed in Leggings 101.   We’ve just launched a new Legging & Jegging Online Store that we think you’ll just love.

Let’s look at Paris, Tokyo, and London. Since I’ve been privy to travel to all three (score!), let’s say l have first-hand fashion exposure in the lands which extend beyond Uncle Sam’s terrain. Never been able to travel before? Go! It stimulates more than just your fashion sense.

Ok let’s be clear: we’re gonna talk street style. After all, fashionistas hitting the pavement abroad aren’t just wearing the latest Japanese, French, and British designer creations. No, no, no, it’s much more complex than that! Each city has its own culture and as you may know, culture can be expressed through food, music, dance, and style! If I had to, I’d summarize each city as such: See if you can identify which cities claim the following styles…and no cheating!

What city are you overwhelmed by Jackets-a-plenty + scarves + ankle boots + black?
What city is in love with skinny jeans + flats + pashminas (worn around the neck)?
Pick the city where you’re finding sky-high hemlines + floral prints + knee highs?

answers – Paris, London, Tokyo

Got them all right? You’re so smart! Ok, let’s break it down. The world marvels at Parisian style so what gives? Hmmm maybe it’s all the attractive, slender French people…or perhaps it is residents’ insane layering that makes their ensembles so chic. Either way, snapshots of Paris folk are bound to get you thinking, “Huh, I never would have thought of putting that together.”

Now on to the Brits. The English seem to favor the natural look and this means minimal makeup and naturally styled hair. No hair dryers, no straighteners, no curling irons, etc. How liberating!  Throw in the fact that everyone is size four and smaller, you have a whole bunch of off-duty-model-looking ladies walking around. Translation: not the place to go if your ego needs a boost.

Heading even more eastward into Japan we enter the land of (drum roll)…the schoolgirl. This look isn’t so popular in The States (sorry boys) but these ladies are avid fans of the trench coat and floral hem combo. Ultra-long, straight locks complete every look.

Au revoir, cheerio, and sayounara for now!

I just bought the sweetest little black, purple, and green ruffled umbrella which I’m actually really excited about. While a matching raincoat and galoshes would be ideal, bright blossoms aren’t only useful for shielding us from precipitation. I know we usually talk closet but these patterns are great for your home too! Lamp shades, upholstered dining and living chairs, and bed sheets are all items you can find decked out with the things April showers bring lots of. You must know by now I’m a fan of Target but if you’re a fan of tv you already know its new Liberty of London line carries floral everything from home décor to lawn and garden supplies.

Closet? Floral bottoms are really big this season. This means shorts and slacks but dresses are a little played out (sorry!). If you ARE going to do a dress, make sure it’s in a different way. This means pair it with a bright tight or some hardware for contrast. Blouses are good too so keep your eyes peeled next time you go shopping!

After talking, and complaining, the entire way home to my fiancé, it dawned on me, petite women my age have been overlooked.  It’s one thing to assume that all skinny and short people can just fit into anything, but it’s another thing to not offer wardrobe options that fit a petite body.  I’m used to having my pants hemmed so they fit, and finding tops usually isn’t too difficult, but finding nice suit pieces, blazers, slacks, blouses, or anything this says “I’m young and successful” without saying “ I shop in the old lady section” is a huge plus.  It sort of feels like I’m stuck in the middle and my body type has been overlooked and neglected.  It’s kind of a sad place to be.  Nothing is worse than looking forward to a serious shopping trip, only to wind up empty handed because nothing fit.  I just wish you didn’t have to be qualified for a Senior Citizens discount to shop in the Petite section. When will they make an adorable business-casual line for us vertically challenged girls of the world!

WFO Update – We hear you and we’re actually in the process of creating a Petite only online store dedicated to making sure you have fashion forward options.  Look for it May 2010.

Let’s talk velvet first. I love this because it’s chic AND warm; usually the two are mutually exclusive. Madewell, Alexander Wang, Charlotte Ronson, Nanette Lepore, and Mr. Zac Posen all used the luxurious material. If I were Cher Horowitz (Alicia Silverstone, Clueless) I’d give these designers “snaps!”

Green…the color of money, envy, and Kermit The Frog but for Devi Kroell, Monique Lhuiller, and Rag & Bone, it was the color which adorned their runway models (Posen and Wang were in this mix too). Other not-so-novel trends spotlighted included lace, black-on-black, and yes, sequins are here to stay (I don’t know how I feel about this one. I’m starting to think it’s a bit overplayed). On a more positive note, keep your eyes peeled for velvety numbers to keep you comfy, cozy chic in fall 2010. Word to the wise, avoid crushed velvet (we’re not going for your little sister’s or niece’s gymnastics leotard).