Hitting the Road

I'll be on an early spring break this week, so that means no updates for Fashion Trend Guide. In true form, I'll be shopping, people watching, and seeking inspiration for my spring wardrobe, and I hope to return refreshed and enthusiastic as my 3-year blog anniversary nears. More importantly, thank you to all my readers and commenters throughout the years, I truly appreciate each and every one

Fashion in the City!

DC divas be sure to check out the next discount sample sale in Georgetown next month. Many-a-deal will be had so don't miss out!

When: Tuesday, March 16
Time: 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Where: 3336 M Street, NW, Georgetown, Washington DC
Cost: $40

Learn more at www.districtsamplesale.com.

Accessorizing for Spring 2010

With fall fashion trends currently emerging on the runways of NY, it's a bit difficult to focus on spring 2010 trends. Fortunately, the weather in southern California has been so pleasant and warm the past few days that it already feels like spring has arrived. Retailers at the Westfield Topanga mall (just north of L.A.) have freshened up their window displays with new accessories for the warm

The February 2010 Wish List

Amidst following the endless online coverage of NY Fashion Week and taking care of all of my regular responsibilities, I've somehow managed to accrue another wish list of things I'm coveting for spring. Hand bracelets (or slave bracelets, as I call them) have finally made it to Forever 21's website, and I'm thrilled. My preference for platform wedges of five inches or more continues, as does my

Kardashians for Bebe

Known for their curve-hugging, trend-conscious style, the Kardashian sisters have teamed up with Bebe on a new line of slinky, party-appropriate apparel. The line, which features sexy dresses and jumpsuits in a palette of black, ivory, gray, khaki green, and hot pink, launched on February 11th and is quickly selling out. As the recipient of the black mesh dressed (pictured below, upper left),

Lighten Up

As I daydream about shedding my dark, heavy winter layers in exchange for lighter, fresher pieces for spring, I find myself drawn to pinkish/nude pastel shades. Pieces in muted mauve, dusty beige, and subtle ivory hues offer a more sophisticated alternative to typical Easter-like colors seen in spring such as buttery yellow, bubblegum pink, and sky blue. Come spring, I'll be reaching for my tan

Five Trends For Spring 2010

The first trend, which I'm calling Denim Revival, involves everything from chambray shirts and printed denim (such as polka dots or floral printed denim) to mixing classic denim jackets with jeans. In terms of washes and silhouettes, distressed denim will be strong, as will be styles that are cropped and rolled at the hem.Carrying over from the past few seasons, lace will continue to make strong

In 2010

I will continue to receive dozens of fashion marketing emails and poorly written pitches every single day asking for editorial coverage about things for which I simply don't care or which don't fit in with the content of Fashion Trend Guide. Sometimes I feel that everyone wants something from me or my blog and I'm tired of it. No, I don't want to share content, either. If you like my content,

Nighttime Dressing

I'm no party animal, but I've spent my fair share of time out on the town at nightclubs, lounges, parties, and the like. As a teenager, I definitely made my share of fashion mistakes, and now that I'm much older, and in better shape, I have a stronger understanding of how to dress to flatter my body and to feel confident for nighttime. Gone are the days when dressing up for me meant designer

Trend On The Rise - Flare Leg Jeans

Devotees of skinny jeans may not like the news that flare leg jeans are back this spring. Personally, I'll be embracing the trend again, as I enjoy variety in my denim silhouettes. This also means that I can revive all of those circa 2003 flare jeans that I have instead of letting them collect dust in the dark depths of my closet. Whether you opt for a high waisted or more flattering low waisted

Summoning Spring

Despite the fact that I've been wearing boots almost daily, my three latest footwear purchases don't include boots at all; they are more appropriate for spring's warmer weather. It's no seret that clogs are one of my favorite spring 2010 shoe trends, and I can currently count two new pairs in my closet, both with heels sufficiently high enough to make me feel relatively tall. I'm anxiously