If you feel like there's only one thing you can work into your shopping budget this fall, it's gotta be a pair of new shoes. These fashion accessories can instantly transform a wardrobe. Whether you're a high-powered corporate CEO slipping on a stylish pair of oxblood suede boots or a college-bound freshman sporting funky lace-up Doc Martens, chic footwear is the fastest way to put your best ...

Whether you're shopping for your kids who are going back to school or you're just scoping out the new fall fashion trends, chances are you'll be scouring the stores and the Internet looking for a few bargains to get off to a stylish start for a new season. Here are some shopping tips to keep in mind. First of all, it does pay to make a list. It really does keep you focused. There are always items we need to replace, i.e., the jeans that don't fit anymore. Just tell yourself...
 

Time to dive in and take the plunge ... into the deep waters of swimwear fashion. For some, it's a murky pool, but there are ways to tread through the shopping experience that most women dread no matter what their size. Here are some tips and trends to get you ready for the summer season ahead: --First of all, you need to face the facts -- the body-shape facts. You don't have to wait until you get in front of a dressing-room mirror to figure this one out. If there is any sagging or drooping in your midsection, a string bikini is not for you. Opt for...

"Summertime and the living is easy..." and the styles are breezy. And it's the time when most of us want to take some downtime from smothering suits and high heels and chill out a little ... OK, maybe a lot. So how do you relax the dress codes but still enjoy your summer, whether you're hanging out at the beach or, sigh, hanging around the office? Here are some tips to keep you cool this summer and still make you feel like you're on a fashion vacation, no matter where you may be hanging...

The heat is on, and summer fashion is heating up with sizzling bargains on sales now in your favorite stores and online shopping sites. So with plenty of warm weather left to celebrate, now's a perfect time to take advantage of these hot deals. Then with a little twist on the styling, you can easily wear them right into fall and winter. --The maxi dress -- What started out being a staple of the hippie-chic generation in the '60s has turned into...

It's no surprise that it's a tough job market for recent college grads, but it can be a surprise to find out that how you dress for an interview can make the difference between being hired or not.
"Now, more than ever, college graduates seeking good jobs need more than a stellar resume," says Kyle Alexandra Moreland, founder of Kyle Alexandra, a Massachusetts-based wardrobe and styling company and author of the new guide: "Inspiring Confidence for the New College Grad....

Time to wear your true colors -- red, white and blue! To celebrate the upcoming Olympics in London, many fashion companies are offering lots of ways to get inspired both here and across the pond. Here's a roundup of some of my favorite things to get you in the winning spirit, just in time for the summer games. --The official site -- Start your search for Olympic-inspired fashion here at www.teamusashop.com. It's chock full of everything from collectible pins and accessories to...

It's time to do your fashion homework, even if it is still the middle of summer. You can study up on some of the latest trends and make your shopping that much easier, according to Todd Christiansen, divisional merchandising manager for Lands' End Kids. "It makes sense that parents are doing their research to make their dollars go further. If kids' backpacks fall apart or they tear through the knees of their pants, it's not only money that's wasted, but the time it takes to replace them...

The heat is on, and summer fashion is heating up with sizzling bargains on sales now in your favorite stores and online shopping sites. So with plenty of warm weather left to celebrate, now's a perfect time to take advantage of these hot deals. Then with a little twist on the styling, you can easily wear them right into fall and winter.--The maxi dress -- What started out being a staple of the hippie-chic...

When Britney Spears, Katy Perry or Miranda Lambert want to make sure their nails stand out as much as their dresses on the red carpet, they let celebrity manicurist Elsbeth Schuetz take their hands and paint her magic on their fingertips.  "Nail art is very hot right now," says Schuetz, who has received numerous beauty industry awards and works with a Los Angeles-based agency...

Jumpsuits. Rompers. Playsuits. Call them what you will, these one-piece wonders are jumpstarting spring fashion in ways that high-fashion skydivers would never imagine. Ever since this '70s favorite started appearing on the runways last spring, designers have reinterpreted them for modern women this spring. Now a favorite of celebrities, the jumpsuit is once again rockin' the style scene...

It's time to take a break and spring into action. The arrival of a new season is the perfect time to reinvent your wardrobe. Before you head to the mall, shop in your closet first. Here are some tips to freshen up your basics: Get organized. First, start by reorganizing your closet. Don't just shove your old clothes aside when you add some new spring and summer things. You need to be able to see what you have ...