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Celebrity Style: "Posh" Has A Smile!

Photo via Teddy & Moo’s Place

Who would have guessed Victoria Beckham, former member of the Spice Girls and sullen poster child of todays’ fashion elite, knew how to smile? She looks so darn young, attractive, and adorable when she smiles. Victoria, please keep it up. It truly becomes you.

Shoe Style: The Easy Spirit Rikki Wedge Sandal

I’m a bit accident-prone. I’ve broken both my ankles (pot hole and the electric slide, respectively) and my right foot (old sneakers), and have therefore limited my use of heels over the past few years. It saddens me to no end because I lived in heels. I even pumped my gas and shopped for groceries in heels. Now, nothing. Heels are a thing of the past for me, or so I thought. Ever since I discovered the Easy Spirit Rikki Wedge Sandal, I’ve been giddy with excitement.

This unbelievably comfortable wedge, with its’ manageable 3 1/2 ” stacked heel, is as cute as can be. Crafted from leather, the ‘Rikki’ features a hip, T-strap design with adjustable ankle strap and cushioned floral-print footbed. Once you take a few steps in these fun, flirty wedge sandals, you won’t want to take them off. That’s how comfortable they are!

If you happen to share my affinity for broken bones or just want to feel light as a feather when strolling through the mall, then scoop up a pair of Easy Spirit Rikki Wedge Sandals (available in natural, medium brown, orange, dark green and black (Pictured)) for a reasonable $79 via Easy Spirit.

Deal Of The Day: Yoox ‘Last Call’ Sale

Last Call Sales! Up to Extra 75% off on YOOX.COM

Top Row (L-R): Jill Sander Satin Dress $660…Now $264/ Emporio Armani Mini Dress $324…Now $162/ Gucci Wool-Velvet Coat $1105…Now $774/ Costume National Jacquard 3/4 length Jacket $1484…Now $298

Bottom Row (L-R): Gianfranco Ferre Suede Ballet Flats $314…Now $128/ Cesare Paciotti Suede High-heeled Sandals $270…Now $135/Coccinelle Leather Shoulder Bag $118…Now $59/ Megan Park Clutch $214…Now $128

Vintage is "IN"

Gorgeous clothing that’s trendy AND vintage-inspired. A look representing each of the last 4 decades of the 20th century. Time to reminisce.

See more of my Vintage is “IN” list at ThisNext.

Shoe Style: Steve Madden Deal Of The Day

Steve Madden Shoes on sale at SmartBargains.com

As if I need an excuse to shop for shoes, this fabulous sale makes it an absolute necessity. Don’t wait too long to snap these and other styles up.

Extra 20% off all Steve Madden Shoes – Starting at just $31.98!

Most styles are over 50% off
(sale ends Wednesday May 16 11:59pm PDT)

Denim Style: Straight-Leg Jeans

As a somewhat voluptuous gal, it’s hard to find a pair of jeans that won’t make me look frumpy or have me coming out of my pants in all the wrong places. I particularly love straight-leg jeans, but they seem to be the most difficult cut to shop for.

According to Life & Style Magazine, straight-leg jeans flatter everyone! Who knew?

Here are a few tips to follow when shopping for a great pair of straight-leggers:

• Wide waistbands help minimize belly bulges
• Retro-style jeans cut high in the back keep your undies under wraps
• Look for jeans that offer varying hem lengths to ensure a perfect fit
• Jeans with a silky sheen are great for dressing up
• Find a pair of jeans with built-in Lycra for an ultra-comfortable fit

Check out the latest issue of Life & Style Magazine to find out which denim designers fit the bill.

Get This Look: Cameron Diaz Movie Premiere Style

If you think Cameron Diaz is the coolest chick in Hollywood (let’s face it, she is!), then browse this list and see how simple it is to get her chic, sophisticated “movie premiere” look.

See more of my Get This Look: Cameron Diaz Movie Premiere Style list at ThisNext.

A Mother’s Day Tribute

It’s been 23 years since my mother passed away. She was 30 years old at the time. Very much full of life, the sweetest person you could ever meet. Her disposition was certainly fairer than mine, but I still strive to emulate her kindness and ability to forgive everyone for just about everything.

She was beautiful on the inside as well as on the outside. My favorite memories of my mom involve music, dancing, and, yes, handbags. She was obsessed with bags as much as I am. Gucci was her passion, but flea market finds and funky suede hippie-style hobos really got her excited.

I miss her everyday of my life, and wish she’d been here to see me graduate, get married, see the birth of her grandson, and just be the rock that she was for all those she knew. Thank you, mom, for being the most kind, beautiful woman I’ve ever known. Thank you for always smiling, always loving, and always encouraging me to reach for the stars. Maybe one day I’ll be able to touch one and realize you’ve been there all along.

Get This Look: Mischa Barton Does Flirty Spring

Do you love Brit-born Mischa Barton’s SoCal good looks and chic style? Say yes, and get ready to steal her thunder with this great spring ensemble.

See more of my Get This Look: Mischa Barton Does Flirty Spring list at ThisNext.