25 Days of Fashion: December 6

Today's gift of choice is a blazer. You cannot go wrong with a classic blazer. My suggestion, invest in a great blazer since they will never go out of style. They are perfect to dress up a pair of jeans or keep a pencil skirt professional. They are easy to layer with a button up or just wear a tank and a statement piece of jewelry. We are starting to get a bit more adventurous and colored blazers are totally in. You can purchase a classic black blazer from J.Crew for $98 (on sale). JCrew Blazer

25 Days of Fashion: December 5

We are already a fifth of the way through our fashion calendar. On this day, we are obsessing over leather jackets. I am in LOVE with my black (and an early gift of a brown) leather motorcycle jacket. If you don't own a leather jacket, can you really consider yourself a fashion badass? I love wearing mine to edge up any look. Wear it with a dress, pants, skirt, anything! It can work as outwear or as part of your outfit. You can purchase your own at Free People for $198 and it comes in silver/ black. Free People Leather Jacket

25 Days of Fashion: December 4

And on the fourth day of December, the fashion gods gave us fur vests! However, I do not want PETA protesters going against us so I suggest faux fur. Maybe, it's the inner Russian skating coach coming out in me but I am obsessed with fur vests! They are my favorite winter staple. The fur is super cozy and fuzzy but it's super chic as well. Plus they are super easy to add layering pieces too. I am digging this Free People fur vest for $168. You get a two for one deal since it's reversible, love! Free People Fur Vest

25 Days of Fashion: December 3

Today's style of the day is the jean button down. The jean button up is the hottest trend this fall. You can wear it plain or layer it with a sweater over it. I love how the jean look gives some edge to a plain button up.  Plus, everyone is adding their own flair to the ombre look or even polka dots. The perfect layering tool for these winter months. You can purchase your own at Madewell for $88. Madewell Jean Button-up

Fashion Recap: December 2, 2012

* As reported two weeks ago, Nicolas Ghesquiere left Balenciaga after fifteen years. His replacement has already been announced, according to WWD. The rumors are true, Alexander Wang is now the creative director of Balenciaga. *OMG moment!* I am very excited what Wang will come up with for his first runway show. His style runs in the family of sportswear and is much simpler campared to Nicolas. It will be quite a show to see if he sticks to his roots or goes out of his comfort zone to fit into Nicolas's style. SO glad fashion week isn't too far away, dying to see what he has worked up his well-tailored sleeve.

* The fashion yearbook has officially been printed. In other terms, Bing.com has released their most searched fashion stars of 2012. Rounding out as number one is Michael Kors. This may surprise some, but Michelle Obama did wear one of his dresses to celebrate the second term win or her husband. Also, he has opened stores up around the world, collaborated with various creative talent, has a line at Macy's, and donated $1million dollars to Sandy. Others on the list included: 2) Louis Vuitton 3) Gucci 4) Ralph Lauren 5) J. Crew 6) Chanel 7) Prada 8) Juicy Couture 9) Burbeery 10) Tory Burch.

* Marc Jacobs is used to controversy, and his latest commercial is no exception. Please be warned, this material may not be suited for all so please watch with at your own discretion. (Possibly without parents or colleagues around.) The video is called Marc Jacobs: Jack of all trades. Take one of those words from that sentence and that is what looks like is happening... In a park... With people. Then at the end he whips out, his sunglasses! This video is almost appalling yet humorous. It's like a gag commercial for high fashion!

* NYC window displays are officially dolled up for the holidays. NYC during the holidays is actually amazing. From the tree in Rock Center to the window displays at Saks or Bergdorfs. It could be described as magical. This past week, the tree went up, the tinsel was thrown, and the sparkly gowns were displayed in the windows. I am hoping to get a chance to go up 5th Ave to give you my own version of what these window displays are like. Be on the lookout for a window display blog!

25 Days of Fashion: December 2

Welcome to 25 Days of Fashion, December 2nd edition.
One of my obsessions is my leather skirt. Confession, when I first saw it I thought it was cheap and slutty. However, I tried it on and fell in LOVE. Leather makes you feel like a total badass but you can play with it to have a total different feel. I can wear mine with tights and a cute top or pair it with a comfy sweater. You can purchase one for yourself at Asos leather skirt for $43.98. What is amazing about this is the detailing on the side which will actually slim you down!

25 Days of Fashion: December 1

Hello!
I cannot believe it is already December and almost the holidays!! I love the holiday time and not just because I get to dress up. Every year, ABC has their 25 days of Christmas. I have decided to do my 25 days of Christmas, fashion style. I will give you twenty-five pieces that you have to own in your closet.
December 1:
These Mia flats go for $59 at Piperlime. I actually bought these for myself on black Friday and paid a lot less. Being in the city, I have to walk everywhere. There is no way I can walk all over in heels so I always have a pair of flats in my bag. What I love about these is the silver toe and the ankle strap. They turn a boring shoe into a fierce flat. With these, I won't have to change into my heels! Piperlime, Mia Flats