fashion trends

Fall is in full swing here in New York City. The leaves are changing, the air is brisk, and it's my absolute favorite season to style and dress for. Let's talk about my floral maxi that I am so so in love with and totally screams out fall. I had a charity event to go to a few ...read more

Last year I picked up a hunter green satchel that I've rarely put down since it was delivered. There is something so luxe about that color and I've found it to be surprisingly versatile. Probably more so than my beloved camo that I highlighted in last week's Trendy Thursday. It ...read more

I am so impressed with Kohl's fashion forward collections that include collabs with famous designers such as Lauren Conrad and Peter Som. My business casual look is from Lauren Conrad LC Collection sold exclusively at Kohl's. Lauren Conrad's LC collection is tailored for the ...read more

Don't you just love when the designers you swoon over collaborate with the retailers where you actually shop? The newest collaboration at Kohl's is with American designer Peter Som, whose collection for Kohl's is inspired by the laid-back luxury of St. Barths. Even if you can't ...read more

I've enjoyed working a preppy vibe into my wardrobe for as long as I can remember...Even when it wasn't necessarily on trend as it is this spring. My mom loved dressing my sister and I up in perfectly preppy looks when we were little, matching hair bows and all. I've carried that ...read more

I know it might be hard for some of you to think about spring fashion, but wouldn't you like to sit back and daydream for a moment about the warm weather that's headed your way in a few months. I know I'm definitely looking ahead and planning out my spring wardrobe already! I ...read more

If I had to pick one print that I have worn the longest, I would have to say it's tartan plaid. I have been rockin' tartan since I was a wee one and I don't have plans to stop wearing it anytime soon. It feels like it was just yesterday that I was sportin' my Gap tartan backpack ...read more

How to Wear Camo by kristinleigh featuring flat shoes Madewell jacket / Karen Millen jeans / Nine West shoes / Lucky Brand flat shoes / Nixon watch / Forever 21 cuff bracelet / Aéropostale camo scarf There is one fall 2013 fashion trend that I know is still a bit ...read more

My baby sister is getting married at the end of the month! My family is elated and we can't wait to celebrate with her and her new husband! To get ready for the wedding, I have been searching for shoes and accessories (nabbed the dress during a recent trip to Chicago) and found ...read more

how to wear the harem pant by momtrends featuring patent leather handbags I'm slightly obsessed with this Eileen Fisher Harem Pant. I saw Eileen in them this week and now simply want to get them ASAP. For now, I'll settle for a Polyvore style session. You can join me in craving ...read more

Yesterday was the first official day of spring and that means it's time to bust out your whites! I don't subscribe to many fashion "rules" other than fit being of the utmost importance, but I don't tend to rock true white until the spring season has begun. There is something so ...read more

hot shoes for spring by momtrends featuring bracelet jewelry Nothing says spring has arrived like a pretty pair of shoes. I'm "marching" into spring head on and ready to lighten up and brighten up my footwear. Here are a few looks inspired by Target's spring collection. This ...read more

Spring fashion has my full attention. I am done with coats and boots--yet the weather simply isn't cooperating. So I am throwing caution to the wind and my coat in the closet and hoping to inspire you to do the same. I've found some fabulous spring sandals that sparkle that I ...read more

For Valentine's day, I pulled out one of my favorite dresses--a sleeveless knit Ralph Lauren sweater dress. This is the dress I wore back in 2002 the night i met my husband. The fashion lesson--good investments pay off. The dress not only packs well (it resists wrinkles) it ...read more

Yesterday eBay kicked off their latest "Fashion Vault" sale. This week it all about accessories from two hip brands: Betsey Johnson and Hype. Here's how it works: Simply shop and click. Unlike the eBay auctions this is all "buy now"--but you still need to shop with urgency. ...read more

I called in favors for a few special design month features and do I have a treat for you. Juile Browing Bova and I met at the Nate Berkus show. I asked her to tell me what is trendy and cool in the world of design and here's what she said: Pantone 18-2120 --the color of the ...read more

Footwear is extremely important to urban moms. Moms like me trade the carpool for subways, buses and sidewalks. The way I see it, my footwear choices are almost as important as the car I drive and say much more about me as an individual and a mom. And so footwear is my ...read more