(Featured above is the Payless Minicci Watercolor Floral Shopper handbag for only $29.99.) It feels good to pay less. And it feels really good to embrace the floral femininity of spring. Be bright. Be bold. Be fun. And do it all for less than $30.

For the second year in a row, Elie Tahari at The Forum Shops hosted an in-store soirée on March 24 for After School All Stars, with 20% of sales from the evening going to the nonprofit group, which is dedicated to creating after school programs for kids. Featured at the event was the brand’s current [...]

Guest blogger Trendy Wendy (Wendy Albert), serves as Senior Director of Marketing for Miracle MileShops. Albert has been in the shopping industry for nearly 20 years. She has worked in the marketing departments of nine different shopping centers on the West Coast and held a regional position overseeing 10 shopping centers.           [...]

I’m so rebellious (and stubborn) that not even cold weather can deter me from shopping for cute spring fashion. I’m ready for a spring fling now! Here’s what’s on my shopping list. Coral – I am loving the color coral for spring. I love coral shoes and coral handbags, but I am avoiding coral overload [...]

Banana Republic just unveiled its Spring 2011 fashion campaign, “Journey in Style.” Inspired by the brand’s heritage of discovery and drawing on the themes of exploration, travel, and the classic American road trip, Banana Republic released a beautiful film trailer – a first for the brand – starring models Angela Lindvall and Jamie Dornan. The mood is so retro and romantic, inspiring [...]

Remember I said that if you do only one thing to update your wardrobe for spring, it should be to get a structured handbag in a bright color? Well, I’ve done a little more shopping for you and found this gorgeous Moroccan Handbag from French Connection. Originally $228, it’s now marked down to $68. This [...]

One size does not fit all. And even if you grab a group of women who are all the same size, what looks good on a 5’10″ size 8 may not look so good on a petite size 8. But fashion comes with various fabrics, styles and silhouettes, and whether your are tall, short or [...]

If there’s only one thing you do to update your look for spring, I suggest that it be to purchase and carry a brightly colored structured handbag. Set your usual everyday bag, which is probably black or brown, to the back of your closet and brighten up your day with one of these colorful cuties. [...]

From the Stuart Weitzman Spring 2011 collection comes Raffia Swoon, a gorgeous multi-colored woven designed pump. This pretty shoe is perfect for spring. Wear it with denim, a neutral shirt dress or a stunning white ensemble.

This precious dress popped up in my email along with this advice from Michael Kors: “Invest in neutrals – black, camel, gray, but when the weather gets a bit warmer embrace touches of color….” And embracing this dress is what I long to do. It’s only $89. Totally do-able.

If you haven’t added TJ Maxx and Marshalls to your spring shopping radar yet, check out my haul video to find out why you should. You can add a lot of great fashion to your wardrobe from these off-price retailers for a lot less than what you would spend at well-known department stores. So you [...]

I am so loving the new Spring/Summer arrivals of Miss L Fire shoes at ModCloth.com. So cute. So retro. So unique in design. Go check them out now!

This weekend I was shopping at TJMaxx and discovered a gorgeous pair of Sigerson Morrison sandals. Originally $685, they were marked down to $249 at TJMaxx. The encounter reminded me of why I adore Sigerson Morrison, especially the label’s sandals. Always unique, trendy, fashion forward and so pretty, Sigerson Morrison sandals are the extra special [...]

…with this super cute spring jacket. At first I thought it was gray leather, but it’s denim, making it so much more appropriate for spring. The construction creates a level of sophistication so that anyone can wear this jacket, from an 18-year-old pairing it with skinny pants to a 38-year-old wearing it over a slimming [...]

For me, cotton tunic tops are a stylish way to celebrate spring. They are usually so light and airy, making them perfect for warm weather. Plus, they’re a very versatile fashion piece that can take you from a casual event at the park to a romantic dinner at your favorite restaurant. My favorite type of [...]

Sanaa, $157.95   Summer, $99.95   Chiarina, $149.95

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