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Video: 3 Ways to Style Skinny Jeans for Fall





Recently I was introduced to a new collection of denim from a brand we all know and trust, Signature by Levi Strauss & Co.™! Available at Walmart, this affordable line of jeans wowed me with their quality and flattering fit – which is why I'm so excited to be able to share this video with you today. I've been wearing The Skinny and they are sooo comfortable, and the fit is true to size. Plus I love that they are available in petite, curvy and tall – so there's literally a fit for every body! The Skinny is constructed from premium, super-stretchy denim and has the perfect dark blue wash that's timeless yet on-trend - and so versatile. Inspired by these all-around awesome jeans, I put together this short video to show you three simple ways to style these jeans for fall, from a casual everyday outfit to a going-out look. Which look is your favorite? Let me know in the comments. And join the conversation on social media with hashtag #SIGNATUREJEANS.

To shop the jeans shown in my video, just follow this link:
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Signature-by-Levi-Strauss-Co.-Women-s-Mid-Rise-Skinny-Jeans/21142885

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Off the Rack: Altuzarra for Target Review


Off the Rack: Altuzarra for Target

This morning, I wrote a post about what I ordered online from the just-launched Altuzarra for Target collection; now here are some photos I snapped in the afternoon at one of my local Target stores. Truth be told, there wasn't a huge selection, but there were plenty of sizes left for the items they did stock. I didn't find the sold-out belt I wanted (boo) but I was able to scope out the fabrics and get a feel for sizing, too.

Altuzarra for Target Launched Today: Let's Talk About What We Bought


Altuzarra for Target Is Here: What I Bought

The highly-anticipated Altuzarra for Target collection has launched at Target stores, TARGET.COM and NET-A-PORTER.COM. I didn't stay up last night to shop but I logged on a few minutes ago (around 7:50 am EST) and was able to purchase two of the three items I wanted: The sumptuous red wrap-effect satin-jersey dress ($39.99), which I fell in love with after seeing how well it looked on Naomi Watts at the launch party, and the embroidered cotton-blend twill dress ($49.99), which is a fresh update on the LBD and features the collection's signature heron motif. I plan on wearing these to an upcoming semi-casual fall wedding lunch and dinner. I placed my orders from Net-a-Porter rather than Target.com because while both sites offer free shipping and returns, Net-a-porter offers fancy packaging. And it just feels more luxe. There, I said it.

Get the Look: Fall's Most Colorful Trends with Hanes


Fall trends with Hanes

Fall fashion means embracing our favorite neutrals and darker tones but this season offers plenty of bold, colorful options, too, not only for your clothes but for your undies as well. Hanes recently sent me a few pieces from their ComfortFlex and Live.Love.Color collections that have become instant favorites – they're tanks and bras in colorful, cute styles and patterns that create the perfect foundation under any look! Inspired by these supercomfy and super-stylish basics that are anything but, here are 3 ways to wear the trends this season (check out the 2014 Hanes lookbook for more ideas!):

Bold Colors: Brights are big and just about any color goes! Hanes Live.Love.Color scoop neck tanks and cute hoodies are available in colors to make women feel bright and carefree at any season.

Winter Florals: Floral prints are seasonless, just like Hanes Signature cotton camis - perfect layering pieces available in white and black that work year-round.

Chunky Knits: The chunkier, the better! Just keep your undergarments smooth and seamless, with Hanes ComfortFlex bras– they offer the perfect fit for every body.

To check out your perfect fit from Hanes, visit Hanes.com/lookbook

Shown above: Top, Old Navy / Dress, H&M / Sweater, ZARA

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Hanes and Style Coalition.

NYFW: Betsey Johnson's Spring 2015 Runway Show Was Buh-Nanas


Betsey Johnson Spring 2015 runway show

What can I say?! It was an experience; fun, flirty and soooo Betsey! This season models, "Real Housewives" and drag queens took the plunge in Betsey’s debut collection line geared to brides of all orientations. The audience (which included celeb guests Willow Shields, Miss J. Alexander, Jessica Hart, and Christina Milian to name a few) enjoyed the show and the clothes were super over-the-top and whimsical: mint green metallic and rainbow party frocks, playful lingerie, cage skirts, floral baby dolls and a tuxedo-style body suit, plus towering heels from the Betsey Blue bridal footwear collection. I loved the "PRENUP" theme that played out on giant crystal chokers, and the intoxicating energy of the show. If you want a taste of Betsey at home, tune in to Dancing with the Stars on Monday, Sept. 15, when the 72-year-old firecracker will be taking the dancefloor by storm no doubt with partner Tony Dovolani (who joined the designer for the finale!).