Famous First Lady

Michelle Obama has made a name for herself in the fashion world recently. Ever since she appeared at the inaugural ball in a stunning Jason Wu gown, fashion icons have kept a close watch on what the First Lady wears. Many fashion magazines such as TeenVogue have done articles on this fashionista. 

New Balance

New Balance tennis shoes are popular among people of all ages. I have a pair, my mother has a pair and my grandfather also has a pair of these comfortable walking shoes. They offer a wide variety of styles and colors. You can also get these shoes for under $70. 

Splurge or Steal?

While browsing Cosmopolitan.com, I came across a interesting section called "Splurge vs. Steal." The section had found stores where you can get high fashion, high priced clothes and shoes for much cheaper. This zippered skirt by LaRok is priced at $188. Cosmo found an almost exact replica of this overpriced skirt at Forever 21 for only $14.80. Thats definitely a steal worth taking advantage of!

Gossip Girl

The new hit TV show "Gossip Girl" is not only loved for its drama filled episodes every week, but also for its fashionable characters. Blake Lively plays the role of Serena van der Woodsen, an upper east side New York teenage girl with lots of issues. However, despite all her problems she is always dressed in perfect Vogue style. Always wearing the latest fads, many young girls look to her clothes as model for their own style.

Lacoste

Lacoste has made a name for itself over the years as a top designer in preppy styles. They have clean cut styles that are fitting for all ages. Lacoste makes clothes, shoes, athletic wear, handbags, and even eyewear. 

CMA Awards

Half the fun of watching award shows is looking at all the gorgeous, and sometimes not so great, gowns that the celebrities wear. Last night the CMA Awards had their fair share of good and bad outfits. Taylor Swift not only won four awards but she looked stunning while receiving them! Swift wore a light gold gown with sequins on the top half. She looked beautiful in this age-appropriate gown. I think Taylor Swift is a great role model for young girls. I hope she continues to succeed. 

In Bloom

Most girls look to actresses and other celebrities for fashion inspiration now a days. Women like Reese Witherspoon and Gwyneth Paltrow can often be found on the cover of fashion magazines and on websites such as Vogue.com. Witherspoon is becoming influential in the beauty industry as well. She just launched her own perfume, In Bloom. It's available exclusively through Avon beauty products. Hopefully, this new endeavor will be successful for Witherspoon.

Most Wanted

Vogue's top ten most wanted items for this week include an assortment of clothing and accessories. One item stood out to me- a pair of New Balance tennis shoes that more closely resemble ballet flats than the typical athletic shoes New Balance produces. To make this new style of shoes New Balance paired with Nine West, a shoe and handbag company known for their always fashionable designs. These new athletic ballet flats sell for $69 at www.ninewest.com/newbalance.

How to Stay Warm

What's the one essential item that everyone needs for the fall? A jacket of course! NYMag.com shows the latest trends in outerwear for a variety of prices. They offer both long and short coats with a variety of patterns and fabrics. My personal favorite is a black and white houndstooth knee-length coat with a tie and big black buttons.

Aldo

Aldo is a shoe and handbag store that can be found in most up-scale malls. Aldo offers a variety of designers at moderate prices. They are most known for their shoes, however they carry many different styles of handbags as well. Right now, Aldo is keeping with the latest trend and advertising their vast collection of boots. They have flat, wedge and high-heeled boots to choose from with prices ranging from about $100 to $200.