Would you believe that the basic umbrella was invented over 4,000 years ago? According to About.com, evidence of umbrellas has been found in the ancient art and artifacts of Egypt, Assyria, Greece, and China.

Which brings us to today. The same rain drops that inspired ancient ingenuity are the same rain drops that inspire the fashionable to be creative, turning an otherwise unfortunate weather condition into a style opportunity.

Here's some rain-friendly gear that will have you wishing for showers.

Crocs "Prima" Ballet Flats
bloomingdales.com
$30


Solid Matte Rainboots - Rothko Red
target.com
$19.99


Michael Michael Kors white cotton-nylon short belted trenchcoat
bluefly.com
$96.00


Bubble umbrella
urbanoutfitters.com
$18.00

I'm inclined to believe that the more organized you are before you get dressed, the better your outfit will turn out. (Note that it's just an inclination...I wouldn't know, seeing as how my clothes are piled mountain high on my bedroom floor.) The same goes for your accessories, and this jewelry box is just the thing to keep all your prized necklaces, rings, bracelets and brooches neatly organized and easy to find. Not to mention it's a steal at $29.00.

Coordinating just got easier.

Bombay.com
Eugenia Jewelry Box
Orig. $99.00 SALE $29.00

Spring officially begins tomorrow! YAY! The snow has finally melted away...if only those 5 extra pounds we put on during the winter would melt away as easily. Luckily for us, there's Spanx, those magical undergarments that lift and tighten and smooth. They won't roll, bunch or pinch—and you'll still be able to breathe. So make the transition from stuffed winter couch potato to skin-bearing spring goddess with a good spanxing (sorry, we couldn't resist).

Spanx for Chico's Shapewear

Spanx at Bare Necessities

Spanx at Nordstrom

In what will perhaps become the first of many blog entries bearing the title "Geek Chic," we'd like to take a moment to sing the praises of a certain site called threadless.com. Threadless carries an eclectic array of tees bearing designs and catchy slogans submitted by users. How cool is that? For under $20, your torso can become a billboard for artistic expression, social commentary or your wacky, misunderstood sense of humor. It can become a veritable playground for your ideas, your sense of style, or your lust to be counted among the hippest of the hip.

By now, you've opened a new tab and checked out the site. You've created an account and you're well on your way to submitting clever type tees and voting for your favorites (mine reads, "Meat is Murder. Tasty, Tasty Murder." Heeeee.)

So that's threadless, in a nutshell. Can't say you haven't heard.

March. Such a painful month. Winter won't let go, and yet spring isn't quite here. Perhaps it all began with the untimely death of Julius Caesar, who was assassinated this month nearly two thousand years ago. At any rate, there's only one thing that can boost my spirit when the sun won't show it's face and I'm about ready to shoot myself—fashion. Ah yes, spring style. Always a breath of fresh air. And what's the first thing that gets many of us thinking about color? St. Patrick's day! St. Patrick's day, with all its green glory, makes us think of new life, sprouting plants—not to mention the color of our faces after one too many car bombs (shot of bailey's dropped into a pint of guiness, chugged). Without further ado, here's how you can go green without watching An Inconvenient Truth—and of course, without spending too much green, either.

Charles by Charles David Women's Button Pump
endless.com
If these don't scream "top o' the morning to ya," I don't know what will. Wear these emerald gems for work or play.

SO Floral Halter Bikini Green
kohls.com
TBB is giving you the green light to bear all in this spunky green bikini. You won't catch me wearing it, but by all means, flaunt it if you have it, ladies!

Xhilaration® Faux Patent Frame Handbag - Kelly Green
target.com
What budget fashion blog would be complete without Target? This green purse will add a punch of color to any outfit.

Silk Blend Dress
forever21.com
You don't need to be a redhead to look hot in this strapless green number. Wear alone with flats or pair with leggings and heels…you might just get lucky!