Being a tween girl is awesome, there have never been more empowering messages for them. They can be smart, strong and creative and it's all encouraged. Now, that's not to say sometimes tweendom isn't confusing. There's puberty to reckon with and often shifting interests. My ...read more
They say, if the shoe fits wear it. One thing I've learned in my 40+ years on this earth is that not all shoes are made alike. I swoon over high heels as much as the next girl, but I know what works for my size and my lifestyle. I've learned to be picky about what comes into my ...read more
With a tween who loves to dance and play basketball, it has been challenging to find activewear that is both fashionable and functional until now. Imagine how delighted my daughter and I were to find Ivivva...the girl version of the women's active wear company, Lululemon. ...read more
Shopping is supposed to be fun. But sometimes, especially with your kids, it can really drive you up the wall. Ever witnessed a child's meltdown at the mall? It's miserable. You feel sorry for the parent and you thank the heavens that your kid isn't losing it, too. Even if your ...read more
Got a strong, sporty girl? You need to know about Dragonwing Girl Gear. To help explain the story of the brand and to give you a first-person review, we enlisted the help of our 8th-grade intern. I was so excited to get these clothes; I picked them out on ...read more
My girls now have STRONG opinions when it comes to clothes. It all used to be so easy. I would pick out adorable outfits and stock the closets and they would get dressed without a fuss. As far as I could tell, we shared a sense of style. Fast forward a few years and things are ...read more
Since opening in 1948 in Brooklyn, NY, Lester's has always been a go-to destination on the East Coast (Long Island, South Jersey, and Manhattan) for contemporary fashion with stellar service for the entire family. That's why I've always liked the store. It's a department-style ...read more
