Dots are everywhere this season since Stella McCartney added dots to her collection for the fall season. H & M has a fun dress that includes the peplum trend which updates the look of a dress for the spring/summer season. Just add ballet flats or some stilleto pumps & have fun.

One of the exciting colors for Spring is orange which is flattering on most women. I like the idea of mixing something more traditional like a houndstooth pattern skirt with a brightly colored shirt. Try adding just a dose of color to modernize your wardrobe for Spring. Available at H & M

As we all know, there is an explosion of color happening in trends for spring. I found some great looking tights at a very resonable price from DKNY at 2 for $25. Check them out as just changing the color of your tights can make something old from you closet look very fresh in the spring.

Of course most of us fashionistas are familiar with the Kelly bag (named after Grace Kelly) from Hermes. Structured handbags are part of a growing trend this season with a 50′s vibe happening in fashion. I was very impressed with the bag from Forever 21 with a price that is indeed affordable at $19.80 versus the real handbag at mega …

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Of course we have all seen snippets of the men’s wear look that women are mirroring the past seasons like the boyfriend sweater and tweeds. My favorite masculine look is the hat. Real men like Frank Sinatra & his rat pack embraced the trend in the past that continues today but, this time around, women are following the same path. …

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Yes, we are in the middle of winter but it is always fun to add some color and to think spring. Bright colors are going to be strong. I love the look of these pieces from H & M which add the right punch of color to our wardrobe of black to bring sunshine to us on those drab days …

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With lots of parties during this holiday season, it is always fun to find something to wear that may be embracing a different look. What about sequinned shorts with lace tights as opposed to a more typical black dress? This look from TopShop is certain to be an entrance maker! Leopard Shirt, $172, Lace Tights, $20, Sequinned shorts, $120  

Most of my readers know that I am mad for animal prints. And yes, they are all the rage this season. I found a wonderful faux leopard scarf at H & M at $17.95 which is a great way to make your wardrobe pop this season. The good thing about this trend is that it never really goes away & …

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How cute are these Ugg-like boots? They come in a variety of prints & colors to make any winter outfit pop. Yes, they are from Walgreens and don’t you just love them at only $19.95?!!

Winter is just around the corner for the windy city and many of us may be looking for a great new coat. I always look to the idea of classic for my choices for outerwear as I like to keep coats in my closet for years as I change my look according to my mood of my day. Nothing says …

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