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Brian Atwood’s lower-priced B Brian Atwood collection

Loren Ridinger — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:32:22 +0000

The new styles from celebrity shoe designer Brian Atwood’s lower priced line B Brian Atwood have caught my eye… I am loving all the straps and buckles in triplicate. So sexy! The nude leather, utilitarian and metallic mary janes shown below are all available for pre-order now just in time for spring at saksfifthavenue.com.

“Watching my vision for B come to life and sharing the excitement with shoe lovers everywhere is exciting. The response has been overwhelming!” - Brian Atwood to InStyle Magazine

Winter hats for women

Loren Ridinger — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:49:55 +0000

You can’t forget to add the finishing touch to your winter look: a hat! Keep your head warm this season and accessorize with a cap you won’t want to take off (which is good because no one likes hat hair!). Which winter hat for women is more your style?

Winter Hats for Women

Trends I’m Trying Right Now

Loren Ridinger — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:21:20 +0000

Step it up in the style department this year. Step out of your comfort zone and try at least one new trend… you never know it might make you feel like a million dollars and give you a boost of confidence! To give you a few ideas, I’m sharing five new trends I’m committed to trying right now. A colorful studded flat, a lightweight cape, a sparkly headband, floral printed pants and a rose gold watch. Each of these will transition smoothly into spring but I must admit, I am somewhat nervous about the pants! Which is why I chose a muted print so ease into the trend and not look too “busy” what do you think? Want to give any of these trends a try with me? Xoxo

Fall 2011 print trend: must-have mosaics

Loren Ridinger — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:50:27 +0000

Here’s a new print gaining popularity – retro geometrics are popping up with contrasting colors in a repetitive pattern for this fall. The runway at Loewe, Jonathan Saunders and Marni showed off mosaic pieces inspired by stained glass windows and classic cathedral ceilings. Will you give this traditional pattern with a modern twist a try next season?

1. Marni zip bag $825 2. Max & Chloe, Trina Turk necklace $240 3. Saks Fifth Avenue, Trina Turk dress $425 4. Bloomingdale’s mosaic tights $18 5. Topshop geometric dress $60 6. Debenhams wedges £44

Dresses that will hide a tummy

Loren Ridinger — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 22:51:18 +0000

Looking to hide a curvier midsection? Keep these three style-savvy tricks in mind during your next shopping trip!

1. Relaxed draping will be your new best friend and give the most flattering shape 2. incorporate visual details like color-blocking, asymmetrical cuts and two-toned fabrics and 3. stay away from anything that clings too tightly around the tummy or cuts into your skin, creating unsightly lumps and lines.

Here, a few examples:

1. Alice + Olivia double layer tank dress £175 2. Vivienne Westwood grey drape dress $133 3. Saks Fifth Avenue colorblock silk dress 4. Spiegel empire-waist maxi dress $39 5. Modcloth parade dress $74 6. Vanessa Bruno ruched dress $345 7. Paul Smith sleeveless dress $639

What are your tips to help hide a tummy?

I Am Fashion Weak (guest post!): Amazing Designer Looks for Much Less

Loren Ridinger — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 16:10:28 +0000

I am so excited to feature this guest post from Angela and Shane over at I Am Fashion Weak! They’ve put together some seriously amazing designer looks for less – take a look:

The holidays are near and you may be looking for the perfect party dress! Sequined pieces are all the rave right now. Looking good is not an option, but the price you pay is!

Check out this Alice and Olivia sequin dress for $484 from Neiman Marcus. Hot right? Now take a look at a similar long-sleeve sequin dress by Kensie, available at Macy’s for $69:

Leather is a haute haute haute item this Winter; the wow factor gets even bigger when you throw skinny pants into the mix.

If you are looking to add these babies to your line-up, Helmut Lang’s version is a luxe item that will run you $875 from Shopbop. You could spend more on these pants (chances are, you’ll be keeping them around for years to come) but why do that when Malene Birger has a pair on TheOutnet that offers great quality and style for only $73.50!!

Ohhhh don’t you love a fierce pair of boots? Or how about saving $1,946.00??

These Christian Louboutin Coyote Fur Boots from Saks Fifth Avenue are FURocious, but the $2,095.00 price tag is not budget friendly. However, have no fear: Nine West has a look-a-like for $149 that will make you look twice!

Let’s face it Winter coats can be expensive items to update! Fur is trending this winter which means you will be able to find some pretty reasonable finds.

We’d all love to have the Helmut Lang Shearling Jacket from Shopbop that retails for $1,840, but this Aqua Faux Shearling Jacket sold at Bloomingdales is only $168.30!

Don’t you love a deal!!

The ladies over at I Am Fashion Weak.com believe there are just few things more orgasmic than seeing their favorite shoe designer’s new summer line for the first time, or hearing that their favorite fashion designer is forging a collaboration with a new retailer, or just feeling like they are about to rock out on a trend that few others have caught onto, these things just make them WEAK for fashion.

I Am Fashion Weak is a blog that features posts on celebrity style and fashion trends. www.iamfashionweak.com

Thigh High Leg Warmers: Do or Don’t?

Loren Ridinger — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 21:16:51 +0000

Inspired by the 80s, these Alexander Wang Merino Wool Leg Warmers take on a modern twist with their exaggerated foot opening and longer, thigh-high style.

What’s your take? A Do or Don’t? I think thigh-high leg warmers would look best with a mini dress + boots. Discuss in the comments!

Lots of love,

Loren

Statement Shoes: Get the Look for (much) Less

Loren Ridinger — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 14:09:35 +0000

Let’s talk statement shoes for a minute. These Camilla Skovgaard Suede Foldover Booties hit a number of different fall trends: 1) are a neutral shoe 2) can work for either a western or military look and 3) they have a rubber sawtooth platform sole. They are also $677.

Here is a similar option for a few hundred dollars less :) You can get these Trouve ‘Lexi’ Ankle Boots at Nordstrom for only $109.95!

xoxo,

Loren

Christian Louboutin’s Maralena Voted “Sexiest Shoe of the Year”

Loren Ridinger — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 20:15:31 +0000

More than 8,000 shoppers cast their vote during Saks Fifth Avenue’s “Sexy Shoes” contest last week – Jimmy Choos, Manolo Blahniks and other high-end designers battled for the win of the “Sexiest Shoe of the Year” title. Which pair came out on top?

These Swarovski-encrusted, five-inch Maralena Christian Louboutins:

Would you have voted for the Maralena? Discuss in the comments!

xo,

Loren

Top 10 Trends You Should (and by should, I mean definitely) Try for Fall 2010

Loren Ridinger — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 19:09:15 +0000

Many of you have written in asking for information on the latest fall trends, and rightfully so! With the end of summer just a few weeks away, we’ll be talking about gloves, Halloween and hot chocolate before you know it :) After pouring over the new September issues and chatting with a few of my industry friends, here’s a list of the top 10 trends you should try out during the upcoming season!

Nordstrom, Sanctuary ‘Natalie’ Faux Fur Vest $137

Alloy Stretch Cargo Skinny $39.90

Urban Outfitters, Ecote Surplus Jacket $78

Forever 21 Knit Top with Sheer Lace Detail $12.80

Gap Varsity Cardigan $29.99

Victoria’s Secret, Colin Stuart Rugged Lace-up Booties $78

Overstock, Tahari ASL Red Ruffle Drape Sheath Dress $49.99

Saks Fifth Avenue, Irmena Ruched Leather Skirt $200

Bloomingdale’s, MARC by Marc Jacobs Nordic Sweater $298

J. Crew Herringbone 1035 Trouser in Camel $135

And there you have it! Do you plan on purchasing a faux fur vest, skinny cargo pants, a surplus jacket, sheer lace tops, varsity sweaters, rugged booties, anything red, a leather skirt, a nordic sweater or something camel-colored??

Let me know your favorite(s) in the comment section!

xoxo,

Loren