Spring Cleaning

Let me first apologize for my lack of recent posts. With Spring's fantabulous arrival, I've been totally focused on my two seasonal obsessions: clothes and guys. ;-) The new acquisition of clothing has been much easier compared to the latter. So let's start with SPRING FASHION! I actually attended fall fashion week, so I saw all of the hot stuff last September. So I want to give you my fashion tips for acquiring a must-have spring wardbrobe. Let's start with shopping tips:

1. When you're heading out to shop for the day (yes, for the day. This is major shopping season! 1 hour doesn't do it!), make sure you're wearing jeans (if they're your bottom of choice the majority of the time), a basic top in a basic color (I usually wear a stretchy splendid black tee), a piece of jewelry (long, ropey necklace), a belt, knee high trouser socks, and shoes with a low heel (right now, I'm wearing cowboy boots). My reasoning is, this outfit is perfect for trying on ANYTHING. The necklace is perfect for trying on dresses and shirts to see how you'll rock them in real life. Jeans (like my True Religions) are also a needed staple.

2. Speaking of jeans, head to your local boutique and pick up the latest season style and color of your favorite brand. For me, it's True Religion. Trues fit my shape perfectly. My friend Whit looks amazing in Sevens. My sister is a little hottie in her Citizens. Don't buy the latest fad - buy what looks good on YOU.

3. Now that you've picked up a few pairs of jeans, head to TARGET. Yes, Target. Pick up a few pair of Mossimo velour cropped pants. I'm practically living in them right now. They're comfy and look cute for coffee runs to Starbucks. I pair them with my Juicy jackets, b/c I'm totally over those Juicy bottoms that don't fit anymore. Totally thanks to mass-production. Target also has the hottest t-shirts and dresses! You should also pick up some accessories there. Oh, and at least 3 pair of the same (yes, same) faux seude flip-flops. I have searched high and low, and only Target delivers the best flip flops for the season. They're $6, and will last about 3 months with daily wear. I usually buy 3 pairs at once.

3. Forever 21 should be your next stop. Their tops are AMAZING. They look extra hott with True Religion jeans, and they have the best trends! I picked up 3 or 4 striped shirts here. I also got some basic pastel shirts that look hot with spring necklaces.

4. Wet Seal. I haven't been here in a while, but a very stylish girl working in Steve Madden suggested I go over there to purchase the ultra hot top she was wearing. I picked up some cute pieces here!

5. Marc by Marc Jacobs has the must-have handbags of the season. Girls, you just can't buy a cheap bag. You'll use it too much. At least, I do. You need to know that you can beat up your handbag. And Marc by Marc Jacobs bags are around $350. Worth every penny.

6. For my other shoes besides flip flops, I'm loving Christian Louboutin shoes. Their spring wedges are superbly hot. I also have a pair of wedges from Marc Jacobs from last season which I'll definitely wear this year. I also picked up a pair of gold leather flats from K. Jacques. Love them! I also picked up a pair of Jimmy Choo slingbacks in turquoise which are beyond hott. I'm looking at some Jimmy peep-toes, too. Steve Madden had a few hott buys, which I've also picked up. FYI, if you want Christian L. copies, go to Madden. They definitely cover the hott designer styles the best.

7. For my jewelry, I picked up most of my stuff on a recent trip to Honduras. I have a lot of handmade stuff that's really unique and cool. I also picked up some odds and ends from Charlotte Russe and of course Target!

8. Ok, now you should shift your focus to online shopping. My favorite site is shopbop.com. I literally buy one item per week! Everything is unbelievably fabulous! I also love eluxury.com. This site is great for Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton.

9. My final tip is to pick up Lucky magazine for the stickers! Use it when searching for seasonal finds from Victoria's Secret, Newport News, and Spiegel. I alo always grab Marie Claire, which every season has THE BEST top 10 trend report.

Don't forget to get rid of those old items you don't need anymore! Donate them to a local shelter and make sure your items are getting to people in need. ;-)

Up next, we'll discuss guys...