Chunky chains and necklaces created with large open links were hot in 2009 and the look will continue to be popular in 2010.

“A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.” That is one statement to live by, especially when coming from the legendary Coco Chanel.

I have a weakness for two things: bad boys and great boots. It seems I can never get enough. But it was only recently that I realized the frightening similarities between the two. It’s actually hard to describe a bad boy and not think of a great boot. And vice versa.

Fireworks blazing. Colorful confetti and balloons falling from the ceiling. Glasses clinking, lips kissing. I’ve been fantasizing about my New Year’s dress for months. I know it’s out there. I know it’s silver.

It’s hard to believe, but the same thing that consumes me with excitement leaves many people trembling in fear: Dressing for parties.

It’s that time of year again. The time when we dress up and either have too many cocktails among friends, or too few among colleagues. Or wait, maybe it always ends up being the opposite?

If there is one thing I love in the magical world of fashion it’s that everything old can instantly become new again. And this season, the high glamour of the 1940s has been brought back to life.

In the end, handbag styles and self-improvement conquests may come and go, but my 5-zippered hobo bag is here to stay.

An exquisitely crafted cuff bracelet can be a distinct statement jewelry piece. And it has recently become a trend, found resting on the wrist of so many people.

To create a more glamorous look, find a vest made of black sequins. You can pair this with a crisp white button up shirt, a shiny leather mini skirt, and a pair of black bootie heels - and you’ll be ready for a fashion forward evening of fun. What other wardrobe accessory can transform your look into rock star chic, bohemian hippy or preppy schoolgirl with just one simple step? A perfect addition to almost any outfit – adding that extra definition and style that will make it all come together with effortless sophistication.

Now that you know brooches are back and better than ever, it’s time to find your very own. Searching for the perfect brooch could take some time, but luckily, Delamina designers are offering several beauties to choose from on the web site.

Trench coats. They’re the one thing that can protect you from wind chill and rain while somehow making your sultry cocktail dress even sexier.

While living in Europe I was left with no choice but to pack only one Little Black Dress. Just thinking about four months with only one LBD filled me with anxiety. But little did I know, that single Little Black Dress was more than enough.

A few weeks ago, I mentioned to a friend that there should be a guide for wearing cowboy boots. His response: “Is there ever a time you should wear cowboy boots?”
I paused for a moment, picturing my outfit from the previous weekend – a short, tight, strapless white dress, a wide tan belt and … [...]

Often considered the “oldest type of jewelry,” you may have thought brooches were a prehistoric accessory, something that was only worn by ancient royalty – and you may have been right – until now. This season brooches are making a comeback.

Two years ago, I never thought I would say this – at that point I had just left the northern tip of France after living there for four months. And, in over 120 days, I think it was sunny for five of them – but here I am, back in love with the one thing I swore I wanted to ceremoniously burn upon my homecoming.

If you ask me, Catwoman was the girl to make leather a sexy trend. The sassy feline burglar known for carrying a whip and getting away with high stakes theft - all while holding the key to Batman’s heart - was the reason for my first leather jacket when I was 15 years old.

Proof that function can be fashionable – exposed zippers are showing up on everything from purses to shoes, jewelry and more.

Sometimes I wonder where these trends come from … the excessively padded shoulders, polyester bellbottoms (or just polyester itself), huge scrunchies, acid wash jeans … but recently, I’ve wondered who to blame for black nail polish.