As if I don’t have enough to obsess over, now my friends at The Envied have me DYING for oversize roses. Oh, it’s so lurvely. Note: the following haute trend is brought to you by The Envied.

Worn almost as a chic badge of honor, thanks to Valentino and Sonia Rykiel, roses are a HUGE trend in fashion, appearing on both clothing and accessories alike. Having become less camp and more luxe over the years, it’s high time to find the perfect oversized rose for you. From roses that fall in soft knit layers to stiffer petals, and even the more more ostentatious varieties found in leather iterations on a bag, there are all kinds to suit your fancy. Our picks are for both the modest and superfluous rose-wearers – which is your favorite?

Arden B Exploded Rose One Shoulder Top

Kate Spade New York Striped Rosette Tank

Handbag Heaven Audra Floral Tote

Alice + Olivia Rose & Safety Pin Necklace

Silk-look Floral Brooch Pin

If you haven’t guessed by now, I am a total dress diva. I love a good dress. It is the perfect way for me to express my femininity and show off my girlish curves. And dresses allow women to be so versatile. We can look posh and work chic, trendy and sexy or bold and punk. Any fashion statement can be accomplished via one good dress.

So I turned to one of my favorite retailers, Bluefly, for advice on what hot dress trends I need to keep in mind for Fall 2010. Sandy Sahn, Bluefly’s Dress buyer, was happy to help me out. ”Dresses have become such an important category. After the sportswear-obsessed ’70s and the power-look-driven ’80s and ’90s, women are embracing the no-stress dress,” says Sahn. “It’s the idea of putting on one garment, rather than matching a top to pants or a skirt. Throw a dress on and go!” I couldn’t agree with her more.

Sahn advises that we should be all about draping. “Think Grecian-inspired,” she states. Look for flowing fabrics with distinctive colors. She also says we should look for leather sheaths, bold embellished mini dresses and silhouettes with cut-out details. I’m swooning already. It may be 111 degrees here in Las Vegas, but I am daydreaming about Fall!

Here are Sahn’s favorite Fall dresses available at Bluefly now. Happy shopping!

Under $100
“I’m obsessed with this Wyatt dress in every way— the strong shoulder detail and draping techniques…love, love, LOVE!”

Under $200
“I would live in this every day with leggings — love the back zip detail!”

Under $300
“In the wise words of Rachel Zoe, ‘I loves me a sequin!’”

This is SO typical of me. Already, I’m thinking about what looks I want to wear this Fall. And, I don’t just think in terms of single pieces. I always plan full-on outfits. Right now I’ve got three outfits on my mind that I must wear Fall 2010. Here they are.

I have to have a red shift dress and leopard print short jacket. I’m not too particular on brands for this look, most any label will do. But the designer fashion label wren has a really cute cheetah print jacket coming out for Fall. I may have to keep an eye out for that one.

Cocktail Dresses by Michael Kors
Platforms by Jimmy Choo

I already have the blue blazer, but what I need to do now is add gold buttons. That’s an easy re-style job. What I also need is a tone-on-tone white burned out tee and sequin skirt. The skirt doesn’t have to be blue and black, although I love this Tory Burch one featured below. A simple black sequin skirt will do the trick. Oh, and a total must-have is the tough girl military boots. Loves!

Shortsleeve Tops by Kowboy
Boots by Giuseppe Zanotti

I have to have clogs! And they must be embellished with studs. Add a simple long sleeve black tee, layer a yellow tube top over it and then wear together with a pair of cropped black pants, and I’ve got a great weekend look.

Cropped Pants by Bebe
Mules & Clogs by Report

If you’re in the market for a new dress, I implore you to search for a Utilitarian Chic one. It’s more than just a shirt dress. A Utilitarian Chic dress has special details that the typical shirt dress does not. Of course, look for pockets. But also look for other design elements such as really cool hardware (think metal buttons and zippers) or a belted waist. Wear this dress when you want to feel like the powerful contributor to the world that you are. Motivated to get things done? Wear a Utilitarian Chic dress.

Below are some great examples of some powerfully impressive Utilitarian Chic dresses. My favorite is the Tory Burch Rebecca Dress, which features metal buttons, zippers and pockets. Loves it!

Day Dresses by Cynthia Steffe
Black Dresses by Tory Burch

And the must-have Spring/Summer 2010 fashion trends are…

• The Maxi
• Clogs
• Cargo
• Body Con Style

And you can get them all at Free People!

The holidays just ended. And, it’s still cold outside. But all fashionistas are busy thinking the same thing at this very moment – “What will I wear for Spring?” Now is the time to start planning for your 2010 Spring wardrobe. There are hot trends and colors to be discovered, but the first area I want to explore is, of course, shoes!

I got a hold of Tanesha Smith, Bluefly’s Resident Stylist, who generously shared her insights and opinions on what’s hot and what’s not for this Spring.

Since I like to make my dollar stretch, the first thing I wanted to know was which Fall shoe trends I can continue to wear this Spring. “I would definitely hold onto any sky high platforms,” said Tanesha. “I think the aggressiveness (spikes, buckles, etc.) will loosen up, but the drama of the height will remain,” she said.

Giuseppe Zanotti white print leather cork platform pumps
$556.00 by Giuseppe Zanotti at Bluefly

And Tanesha’s pick for the number one, mega-hot Spring shoe trend? “My eyes are peeled for a sneaker wedge!” she exclaimed. A sneaker wedge? Sounds risky, but also exciting. I remember when my mother went through her sneaker wedge phase in the 70s. Maybe it’s time for me to go through mine. But how do I wear it? “Perhaps with a t-shirt dress a la Alexander Wang,” advised Tanesha. Alexander Wang-inspired? That’s it. I’m sold on the sneaker wedge!

I also asked Tanesha what shoe trends I should put away. “I’m a big cheerleader of personal style so I don’t like to rule anything totally out,” she answered. “But cowboy boots? Not a fan,” she finished. I’m keeping my slouchy, prairie-inspired boots available for this Spring, which were featured in a past Outfit of the Week, but I agree with Tanesha and am boxing up my western cowboy boots. For now, anyway.

A special thanks goes to Bluefly and Tanesha for all the great info. Now that you’re ready for Spring, happy shoe shopping!

When I covet something cute, stylish and shiny, I don’t merely want it. I MUST HAVE IT! Thankfully the savvy folks at Conde Nast are aware of the fashion lusts of every woman and put together a new website at MustHaveIts.com.

Calling itself “a piece-by-piece guide to wearing the season’s hottest trend, ” you can learn tips on how to showcase the hot one-shoulder look, or, learn more about looking tough and tender all at MustHaveIts.com. They even post recommended pieces from inexpensive, to moderately affordable to indulgent, so you can shop while you learn more about their featured trend. Shop, watch and learn how to wear it.

MustHaveIts.com even features their favorite beauty products, because in order to truly sport any trend, you need to have radiant skin. Bookmark this fun, fabulous website and check back for more lessons on trends.

Avon calling! Check out these key Fall fashion pieces from Avon. Worn together, they make a smashing statement. The best part? They’re totally affordable!

You don’t need to break the bank to make a statement. Experiment with a larger jeweled necklace inspired by the colors of the season like the new Avon Topaz Color Statement Necklace. $14.99

Handbags are to women what cars are to men – they show off your style. This season, try the new Studded Buckle Bag. With the buttery faux-leather body and side pockets, this will become your new “it” bag!  $29.99

It’s been a recent topic of conversation amongst my friends – biting one’s style. If you’re not familiar with the term, it basically means to copy the style, be it fashion, decor or any other materialistic element, of another person. CLICK HERE to see Urban Dictionary’s definition.

There are those in the world who complain about others biting their style and it can be blown up into a big issue, depending on how petty the person is. However, in a day and age when originality is seemingly obscure, aren’t we all essentially biting each other’s style? With mass production in effect and the Internet making the world a smaller place, isn’t it more likely than ever that we all own the same furniture, the same cars, the same fashion? 

I’ve received emails, tweets on Twitter and face-to-face confessions from many women who feel the need to reveal to me that they bought something I blogged about or tweeted, as though they are guilty of some sort of social faux pas.

The fact is that I do what I do because I want to share my finds, discoveries and bargains with anyone interested. You’re SUPPOSED to buy the things I blog and tweet about. I want you to benefit from my knowledge and expertise. 

I am flattered to be of such influence and inspiration to other women like myself who have a genuine appreciation for impressive fashion, sensible style and savvy shopping. One of my best girlfriends recently emailed this kind compliment to me: “You have never made any of your friends feel bad or horrible for ‘biting’ your style because you knew that you would make it your own and it would be different and incredibly fabulously looking on you.”

So if you are an influential fashionista finding yourself with petty notions of others biting your style, remember that you are probably not as original as you believe yourself to be, and you should instead take comfort in knowing that you are admired to the point where others find inspiration in your style.

I began this blog for my friends and I maintain it for the many readers I have discovered who enjoy reading my thoughts on trends, sales, products and more. I’m happy to inform and possibly inspire, and I am honored that you are here right now reading this blog post.

So please, go ahead. Bite my style.