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Work Pumps: Anything But Ordinary #ElevatedEssentials

[show_lookbook_widget id=”240942″] Work pumps don’t have to be boring. In fact, work pumps should signal you mean business and, in spite of your ability to ‘blend in’, you’ve got the goods to stand out…literally! Think sexy sophisticate. Think power professional. Think business bombshell. Think digital diva. Think savvy shogun. These are the shoes that can go with you from everyday meeting to girlfriend meetup at the Ritz to dinner at Rose’s Kitchen to date night at Mastro’s. Put them on

2015/09/30

Accessories

BIG Entrance: Bow Tie Heels

They’re fun. They’re fanciful. They’re statement-making. They have bow ties! They’re under $35!

2015/09/02

Accessories

Step Lightly into Spring: After-hours Heels (Part 5/5)

This is clearly my favorite category because I’m a heels-girl but also because we’re talking about the shoes you sport to show your personality or to add that pep in your step. All bets are off here – the only danger is to steer clear of going headlong into summer (nights are still cool); and expect these to run a little more because you’re adding instant POW to your look. A few you could still rock to work but these

2015/05/12

Accessories

Step Lightly into Spring: Work Pumps (Part 4/5)

You’re not quite sure how to usher in spring during the week so you err on the side of being conservative (and stick with your standard black pumps). NO! It’s spring and after the hard winter, it’s your right to get a little jiggy with it…without a full-on dorothy-and-wizard-of-oz moment. If you’re sticking with the standard pump then, at a minimum, upgrade yourself to a cognac/leather colored pump (with a coordinating handbag) to look like you tried. If you want

2015/05/05

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Style Challenge: I’m a Professional Who Wants to Push the Limits

Are you the woman who lives by day in a professional and fairly conservative work environment but your inner fashionista is screaming, “Don’t confine me!” Are you dying to push the fashion boundaries but your all-consuming work life isn’t making it easy? Three helpful hints: Choose bold jewelry – start with a few bold necklaces to frame your face and set off your outfit! Focus on statement pieces – under a navy suit, this stands out and by itself, it

2015/03/31

Accessories

Pumped About This Pump

I get lots of emails and when I saw two other blogs featuring this shoe, I had to get in on the game. It’s the Carly canvas platform pump by Ann Taylor ($115) and I’m loving it: espadrille-inspired sturdy heel leather sole (very important for comfort!) rounded toe And look how we styled it ~ Ann Taylor Carly pump, $114.99 Zara printed dress with gold piece, $29.99 Rochas two-tone leather pouch, $645 Topshop rose gold, large aviator sunglasses, $24

2012/07/13

Accessories

Trend: Capped Toe Shoes

It could be a passing phase but I doubt it ~ toe capped shoes. Most designers have them including YSL, Stuart Weitzman, Louboutin, and the always-on-trend Topshop and Zara. You all know ~ I’m partial to a high heel and the toe cap adds just a bit of edge to the everyday heel….it’s the way to go from ladylike to luxe lady diva. They work the same way as your everyday heel but with added pizzaz! Which are your favorites?

2012/04/05

Top 5 Items to Own Before Year-End

These items are no surprise but if you don’t have them, starting off the year stylish and chic will be difficult. Ladies, as you hit the stores and online sales, please remember that the basics are the building blocks to a fabulous wardrobe. Do you have yours? If you want helping locating or purchasing any of these items, click here. They include: Black sheath dress: Mrs. O rocks a different one at least once a week, and the working woman

2009/12/28

Kicking Off Shoe Week: Let Me Count the Ways in Which I Love Thee!

Recently I was golfing with a friend in Miami and had the good fortune to have great company and good conversation. I had to purchase golf shoes for the outing and as I looked down at them on a lengthy Par 5 (the new Nike Women’s Air Summer Lite II happen to be the lightest and best ventilated shoe out!), I smiled inside and giggled on the outside….I loved my new golf shoes!! During our conversation, we somehow got on

2009/07/28

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Work Pumps: Anything But Ordinary #ElevatedEssentials

BIG Entrance: Bow Tie Heels

Step Lightly into Spring: After-hours Heels (Part 5/5)

Step Lightly into Spring: Work Pumps (Part 4/5)

Style Challenge: I’m a Professional Who Wants to Push the Limits

Pumped About This Pump

Trend: Capped Toe Shoes

Top 5 Items to Own Before Year-End

Kicking Off Shoe Week: Let Me Count the Ways in Which I Love Thee!

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