Fight for the Cure with Your Feet!

Pink shoes are a great way to support in the fight against breast cancer! This is the last week of October and but not the last week to show your solidarity in finding the cure. Pink shoes are darling for every season and come in a wide variety of styles. Who says diamonds are a girls best friend? It’s impossible not to feel sexy and feminine in a pair of pink kicks.

No matter your personal style, you can find rosie footwear that works for you. If you’re super tall or just enjoy comfort, flat styles range from converse chucks to adorable canvas slip-ons. If you feel like making a spunky statement during a girls’ night out, strap on a pair of heels or pumps to glam up your outfit. Check out Polyvore for more options!

Sky high heels never fail to make your legs look fabulous. Your legs will look leaner and your calves will be tightened from the pointed toe. Heels can be neon pink and flirty or pale and subtle. You can wear your kitten heels with jeans for a casual night or go all out with a sultry dress. Styles range from $25 to over a thousand dollars.

Flats are a much more comfortable way to work the trend. The Toms shoe company specially designed two limited edition pairs of canvas shoes to contribute towards research in finding the cure for breast cancer. The all pink pair is adorable with solid outfits and daywear. If your personal look has more of a flare to it, you may want to invest in the custom ribbon design.

  

Sneakers are the most practical show to fund the cause. A pink pair of running shoes goes a long way in mileage and in fashion. You’ll get countless compliments while working out and they are perfect for Susan G race for the cure runs! Look adorable while getting fit or running for the cure!

If you would rather a bolder statement, custom shoes are available online with the signature pink ribbon detail! These punky looks are super cute and original. Shop on Etsy and The Pink Ribbon shop for custom designs. 

Rep Your State!

Ladies, it's time to represent your home state! Show your love of where you're from on your arm, neck or wrists! Companies have been creating beautiful metalwork jewelry in the shape of your hometown. You can shop on Etsy for unique, handmade fashions! These pieces come in gold, silver, and brass in a wide array of styles and items.

The most popular style for this trend is gold and silver state necklaces. You can purchase a solid gold or silver plate in the shape of your state with the name engraved or raised onto of the shape. This style ranges from $20 to upwards of $200 depending on the metal. The other unique style is the empty metal frame of your state with the name filled in! The California and Illinois states are to die for.

If you ant a more unique look, the trend isn't only created in plain silver and gold styles. The heart on each state can be places on your hometown! You can have a pendant created and enameled with different colors and heart locations. The pendants can be made from wood, paintings or even stones like turquoise. The states vary by size as well depending on your jewelry taste!

If you're more of a nomad and have two homes, not to worry! These double state fashions are perfect for those of us who have many homes. You can choose any two states joined by a heart! You can pick your home state and your new home or have your parents home state in the necklace! These pieces are ideal for long distance relationships!

Maps of hometown cities are perfect for the state-love trend! You can buy a pendant with your home city! Each map comes in a different color with plenty of cities. You can create your own pendant from a craft store back, printed map and glue!

Bracelets of your favorite places are super cute! You can buy a cuff with your most beloved city in gold or enamel fashions. You can select only one city or a bunch of locations that stole your heart! Shop for bracelet trends online here.

Last but not least, check out these trendy ring fashions! You can buy a ring made from molded state quarters. These make perfect gifts for any occasion. They're unique and priced all around $30. Represent your state today!

Chic for the Cure

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Tommy Hilfiger has partnered with Charlotte Gainsbourg and Drew Barrymore to created a limited edition tote in an effort to raise money for "Breast Health International," an initiative to assist breast cancer patients with funding.

Hilfiger and Gainsbourg created a sensational piece that is not only stylish, but is also extremely beneficial in the fight for a cure of breast cancer.

 

The tote is navy leather, with red handles. Its classic, sleek design enables the tote to be worn throughout all seasons.

Drew Barrymore's part in the collaboration was doing what she does best! She filmed an advertisement that starred Gainsbourg with the chic tote in several settings stationed on a luxurious couch. Barrymore said that it was an easy “yes” to be a part of this inspirational ad and initiative as a whole.

 

This Breast Cancer Awareness tote is irresistibly chic and for a wonderful cause! Be sure to pick up your own at any Tommy Hilfiger store nearby! 

PINK Accessories

Ladies, this is the last week in October to show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness. How can you step it up a notch? Accessorize with pink! You can fight for a cure by wearing the signature rosie color. Bracelets, necklaces and earrings are fabulous with almost any outfit and are a great way to show your support.

Bright pink statement necklaces are all the rage this season. They look perfect with dresses, skirts and even jeans. You can wear a pink bib or collar necklace with a white T shirt and casual pants for a fun Fall look. You can wear the signature bubble look made by J. Crew or find a similar, cheaper beaded alternative. These feminine pieces look amazing with white and blue stripes.

The bigger the stone the better! You can go chunky or simple. Stacked beads are fabulous and give your neckline a bit of weight to make your chest stand out. The lower line looks amazing with a V-neck cut shirt and you can find earrings to match!

Earrings are a sweet and subtle way to wear your pink. You can buy chandelier styles that dangle to a few inches above your shoulders. This style looks amazing with a fun Fall dress or it can even glam up a low key daytime outfit. Studs are also stunning for Breast Cancer Awareness month. Flowers or stumps are pretty in pink as well! Find a burst or ear color that suits your style.

Pink bangles and bracelets are a fabulous way to show your support. Stacking is perfect for this trend. You can wear over 5 bracelets on one wrist! Mix up your pink hues and your styles and have an arm party. Marc Jacobs and other high end fashion designers make pink cuffs for your trendy delight.

Last but not least, pink handbags are perfect for Fall and definitely are the most obvious accessory to show your awareness. Pink clutches or shoulder bags are hot for this season. You can wear puff and pillowed styles to show off your chicness. Chanel makes the highest quality bag for this trend. Keep your eye out at Nordstrom and other department stores for different styles.

You can wear your pink as shown above or you can be more obvious in your support! Buy pink ribbon styles to fight for a cure while looking stylish! You can buy earrings, rings or necklaces with pink ribbon pendants. Buy styles at The Pink Ribbon Shop today.

Boot Watch 2012: Black Booties

Black booties are an adorable look for the upcoming chilly weather! They are warm and perfect for evening attire. You can wear these boots with jeans, tights or skirts for a variety of looks. The greatest asset these shoes posses is they are a perfect blend of high heel and comfort. The support of the gradual arc and full top give your foot the cushion they need to offset high heel pain.

Short black combat boots are chic for this look. You can show off your rocker side with leather or extra straps to give your style an edge. Buckles are a popular detail on these booties and most have a small heel and full top foot coverage. This style looks best with a mostly black ensemble with some spunk.

If you identify more with the girly-girl style, the black boots have a great look all for you. Extra tall point heels are wonderful in the black bootie style. These shoes are appropriate for going out with the girls or spending a night on the town. Although this is not the most comfortable option of bootie, it looks ravishing with a skirt, jeans or dress. They will also make your legs appear wonderfully lean and long.

The booties look shockingly great with short. Black shorts compliment this look to perfection. The darker shade gives a stark contrast between your feet and bottoms. This look will give your legs a tan appearance and elongate them. Lace or flawy styles are best with these sexy shoes. You'll look flirty and playful in with this ensemble.

If you're not a fan of basic black shorts, there are still plenty of options for you and your black booties. For the medium temperatures, wear shorter skirts and fun shorts! Jean shorts are a super causal look to rock with your black boots. You can add more coverage with a long sleeve shirt as to show off your legs appropriately. Leopard and polka dots give these boots a retro feel that accompanies the throwback fashion to a T.

For the colder months, black booties and tights or skinny pants look darling. With tights, socks are unnecessary! For this look, you should buy your boots slightly smaller to account for this factoid. You can wear skirts, shorts or dresses over tights to reach Fall perfection. These boots can be work appropriate and even range from day to night attire! Depending on your outfit and heel height, mix it up with your bootie ensembles!

These boots can be plain Jane or funky! The styles have different embellishments and accents to your delight. Exaggerated buttons, leather lacing or cowboy styles are great with this trend. You can even have a different sole color for your black bootie. Make sure you plan your outfit accordingly to accentuate your crazy fun shoes.

No matter what, you're sure to look incredible with your brand new boots. Be sure to shop Nordstrom, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and other department and discount stores near you to pick up a pair today.

Herringbone: Not Just for the Fishes

The herringbone pattern is back and bigger than ever. Herringbone is a distinctive V-shaped weaving pattern usually found in twill fabric that resembles a broken zig-zag. This particular pattern was named for its resemblance to the skeleton of a herring fish. Herringbone fabric is usually made from wool and is most popularly used for suits and outerwear. Tweed cloth is often woven with this pattern. The typical warmth from the fabrics used makes these coats cozy and perfect for Fall and Winter. Stars like Emma Stone and Emma Watson love their warm herringbone and have been spotted wearing the trend to shoots and casually on the streets.

As perviously mentioned, herringbone is most popularly worn on jackets. Overcoats made from wool or tweed provide sanction from the rain, snow or chilly wind from the colder months. This look is not only warm, but extremely esteemed. The preppy style is worn by those in academia and is fashioned by companies like Ralph Lauren and Banana Republic. The mature stylings of the brown and grey colors give you a smart looking edge. Complete the look with a scarf, glasses or elbow pads to achieve the collegiate level of chic.

More recently, herringbone patterns have been popping up in non-traditional ways. Herringbone vests and skirts have given this pattern a funky edge. The vest is super causal and can be worn over jeans for mild weather afternoons. The weaving in different, more vibrant colors, gives the average herringbone style a kick! The orange is playful but still refined for work or a business meeting. Long herringbone trenches and scarves are also a great addition to this trend. Try scouting out Polyvore for more herringbone uniqueness.

Herringbone is not just for clothing! Footwear wants in on the trend. Shoes of many different styles are breaking onto the herringbone scene. The most casual of the styles are Toms flats. For every pair of canvas show you purchase, Toms company will donate a pair of shoes to a child in need. What better way to give back than to shop their herringbone styles on their website!

Flats can either be casual or office appropriate depending on your ensemble. You can wear Toms with jeans or the more formal styles above with tailored pants. The best thing about the herringbone patterned shoes is they are so versatile. The color is so neutral and goes with just about anything!

If you're more of a heel girl, never fear! There's a herringbone style for you. These boots give you a lift while making you Fall ready and chic. Herringbone boots are definitely a preppier look and go best with a more reserved style. Black pants, classic jeans or a tailored skirt would accompany these looks to perfection. Don't let fish have all the fun! Buy some herringbone fashions today!