For Spring 2011, Macy's is celebrating the season with four main trends: Ocean View, Urban Island, Mediterraneus and Rainforest. This means we can look forward to harmonious colors inspired by nature, sophisticated utility, modern day goddess-inspired attire and rich combinations of textures, colors and silhouettes. Must-have pieces to get the looks include airy knits, flirty skirts, Grecian draped dresses, chic jackets, slim cropped pants as well as slouchy cuffed trousers. I love how Rachel Rachel Roy mixes prints and plays with proportion. And check out that pastel nail polish the models are sporting - gotta have it!

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Above: Rachel Rachel Roy jacket ($149), skirt ($69)

Here's a first look at the Simply Vera Vera Wang Spring 2011 collection, featuring clothing, shoes and accessories ranging from $24 for a printed tank to $109 for a patent tote bag, which is just starting to show up at kohls.com and Kohl's stores. Ah, spring! "Bold patterns mix with neutral tones, creating a striking visual contrast. Bright florals and embellishments pair with classic silhouettes for an effortlessly chic look," read the collection notes. I'm loving the pops of honeysuckle pink, the lightweight layering and, most of all, the shoes! Standout pieces for me include the "Zeus" lace-up peep toe wedges ($79.99) and the blue asymmetrical ruffle dress ($58). It's all classic Simply Vera Vera Wang, smart pieces you can mix and match for work and the weekend.

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Thanks to our friends at Nicole Miller, we have a first look at the nicole by Nicole Miller Spring 2011 collection, which has just begun to hit jcp.com and JCPenney stores. Prices range from $18.20 for leggings to $57.40 for a shawl collar leather jacket, with most tops, pants and dresses priced below $39.99. There are also several cool new shoe styles, including the 'Kendra' ankle-cuff open-toe heel in black or tan. The palette is mostly soft shades of pink, blue, purple and white with black accents that add contrast and sophistication. Nicole's trademark graphic prints and tunic tops make their usual appearance but the effect is fresh. This looks like the most wearable collection I've seen in a long time from this brand and I can't wait to see it up close and in person!

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Recently the fashionable folks at Polyvore.com invited me to be their guest blogger stylist for the day, and I am beyond excited to present my set, How to Wear the Cape Trend. Details are below, just click any item for more info!




How to Wear the Cape Trend
There's something super glamorous about the shape and silhouette of a winter cape. To keep your look chic, not costumey, stick with a neutral color palette like a crisp white blouse and black skinnies, which will balance out the volume of the cape. Add feminine flats, oversized sunnies and a cool bag to complete your sartorial superhero ensemble. —BB

Designers like DKNY, Salvatore Ferragamo, and Chloe sent brown leather skirts down the Fall 2010 runways in silhouettes that ranged from short and sassy to long and full. Wear yours now with a chunky sweater, knit tights and boots, then pair it with a silk blouse, envelope clutch and chunky heels come spring! Here are 5 budget options that will give you the look: