It’s hard to walk through the shoe department these days without being blinded by a fabulous pair of jewel-encrusted shoes. Sparkles, jewels and glitter have found their way onto everything from casual sandals to unforgettable heels. You might be …

round up: thigh scrapers.
Nothing makes you feel more powerful than a pair of kick-ass over-the-knee-boots. These thigh-scrapers are a stand-out this season with their jewel-tone colors, luxe fabrication and incredible lace-up detail. Adding to their allure, some designers are employing embroidery, …

texture overload.
Fall is in the air. Somewhere. Here in Southern Florida we pretend the palm fronds are changing colors and the air is crisp. As I experience my first Autumn in a sub-tropical climate, I think its important to try to …

round up: bell of the ball.
One of the best ways to add personality to your wardrobe this season is the statement-sleeve. Feminine yet dramatic, these tops make an entrance and look incredibly stylish at the same time. With this trend you can go subtle …

round up: crushing on velvet.
Whether a great pair of chunky-heeled ankle boots, a choker, or jumpsuit, velvet is ubiquitous this season. Every designer from Balman to Valentino showcased this luxe fabric in their fall collection. I remember when velvet was big in the 90’s. …

leather, lace & length.
Showing up unexpectedly in a statement dress is one of my favorite fashion moves. It never matters to me whether the occasion calls for such a look, but rather how confident wearing the dress makes me feel. As soon as …

patches & denim.
This is it. My very first from apple to orange blog post. For this maiden look, I chose an edgy pair of boyfriend jeans by Rag & Bone with a simple black bodysuit (omnipresent these days) and a fabulous pair of chain-link Chanel heels. …