If I had to choose what I love most about this season’s fashions (and choosing one is no easy feat) it’s that purple is THE color to wear. From shoes to bags to dresses and jackets – shades of purple are popping up EVERYWHERE.

You can’t go wrong: neon, plum, eggplant. Deep shades of purple are h.o.t.

“But I will look more like a vegetable and less like a cute trendy person,” you say aloud as you hold up an amazing purple frock. To which I say: NOT SO! Add some black patent accessories, or a fun accent color and you are good to go!

Here are three chicks rockin the neon purple ensemble, but, as usual, the prices of these fabu garments are well out of our reach.

That’s where I come in! Your fashion researcher. Your best friend, the coolest person you “know” to bring you celebrity chic on the cheap: Purple Paradise. Read More »

Lately, I can’t seem to escape the shininess that is patent leather. It’s everywhere — peep toes, sling backs, clutches and handbags are all populating store shelves. Although, I can’t say I’ve ever fallen in love with this stiff material, I think it’s a total fashion staple.

Obviously I’ve come across some sweet deals because let’s be honest, I can’t afford anything too pricey these days.

Oh Deere Patent T-Strap $125              Seagrass Tote $12.99

Faux Patent Clutch with Bow $14.99     Steve Madden “LikeMe” $99.95