Trend Alert: Clear Lucite Jewelry

A lot of the fashion magazines, blogs, and retailers are touting clear lucite jewelry as one of the biggest of-the-moment trends. While there is an awful lot of clear lucite jewelry available for sale right now, I honestly had somewhat of a difficult time locating celebrities wearing this trend. I was, however, able to locate the above pictures of Drew Barrymore and Jennifer Hudson wearing clear lucite bangles at recent events. The great thing about this trend is that clear lucite jewelry goes with everything, including prints and bright colors. If you are interested in giving this trend a try below are some pieces to consider: Aqua lucite and chain necklace for $48 on www.bloomingdales.com (I LOVE this necklace and what a great price!); Ben-Amun lucite bracelet for $60 on www.maxandchloe.com; Kenneth Jay Lane bead lucite chain for $75 on www.piperlime.com; Aqua stretch lucite and chain bracelet for $20 on www.bloomingdales.com; Clear liquid lucite earrings for $145 on www.alexisbittar.com; RJ Graziano double row lucite necklace for $55 on www.bloomingdales.com; Small gold clear lucite hinge bracelet for $195 on www.alexisbittar.com; Stein & Blye bauble necklace for $28 on www.nordstrom.com; RJ Graziano frosted nugget stretch bracelet for $35 on www.bloomingdales.com; Sequin mixed chain and lucite messy necklace for $75 on www.bloomingdales.com.

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Tomorrow and Friday get 15% off your purchase; and Saturday get 10% off your purchase.

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Great Deal: LORAC Shining Star Summer Sampler Set

For a limited time only, get LORAC's Shining Star Summer Sampler Set (a $108 value) for only $25! The set includes: Starry Eyed Baked Eye Shadow Trio in Shining Star, On Screen Duo Powder Highlighter & Cream Eye Shadow/Liner in Rich and Famous (Bronze), Publicity Stunt Lashes 3 Day Long-Wearing Mascara in Black, mini TANtalizer Baked Bronzer, and Lip Polish in Kiss. No code necessary. Click here to purchase the set: http://www.loraccosmetics.com/p-136-font-colorcb0000-size1vip-discountfontbrshining-star-summer-sampler-setbrfont.aspx.

Summary of Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Trends

I have finally finished posting my thoughts on this Spring/Summer's hottest fashion trends, which include:

Jumpsuits
Cut-Out Sandal Shooties and Booties
Exposed Lingerie
Trench Dressing
Stacked Wedges
Soft Neutrals
Clogs
Mixed Prints
Socks
Sheer Fabrics
Nude Shoes
Super Short Shorts
Exotic Accessories
Side Braids
Denim on Denim
Polka Dots

For a summary of these trends, click here: http://cbusstyle.blogspot.com/search/label/Spring%2FSummer%202010%20Fashion%20Trends.

In sum, the trends this Spring and Summer are aimed at giving the appearance of nudity. Exposed lingerie, sheer fabrics, and super short shorts are aimed at showing as much skin as possible, while soft neutrals and nude shoes are aimed at making you appear naked by using colors that match your skintone.

Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Trend: Polka Dots

This Spring and Summer polka dots are not just for your itsy bitsy tiny weeny yellow bikini! Polka dotted prints were all over the SS2010 runways in all different sizes and colors (Above: 3.1 Philip Lim; Derek Lam; Marc by Marc Jacobs; Marni). While I'm not a huge fan of this trend, I don't really hate it either. Polka dots are classic and really never go out of style. I think the key is to not get carried away with the print. Also, remember that it is on-trend to mix a polka dot print with a contrasting print (i.e., stripes) in a similar color this Spring and Summer! Below are some polka dotted options to consider if you want to give this trend a try: Mango dot print tie detail top for $42.56 on www.asos.com; Mango dot print drop waist tunic for $76.75 on www.asos.com; Pencey twist polka dot miniskirt for $115 on www.shopbop.com; Nanette Lepore "Every Breath" polka dot dress for $328 on www.shopbop.com; Polka-peppered dress for $148 on www.anthropologie.com; Bycorpus polka dot jumper for $58 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; Caroline Hedaya polka dot drape back tank for $165 on www.shopbop.com; Noble Youth "Grenada" polka dot dress for $195 on www.revolveclothing.com; Polka dot knit top for $19.80 on www.forever21.com; Mango big dot print bandeau dress for $85.30 on www.asos.com; Jessica Simpson cotton halter dress for $128 on www.macys.com; Elizabeth + James artist polka dot shirt for $245 on www.shopbop.com; "Pop Goes my Heart" dress for $42 on www.lulus.com.

Deals for the Week of April 5, 2010

Couture Candy
April 9-April 11
$25 off your order of $100 or more on www.couturecandy.com
Enter code "GLAMOUR" at checkout
Certain designer exclusions apply

ShoeWoo
April 8-April 12
30% off any regular-priced purchase and $5 shipping on www.shoewoo.com
No code necessary
Click here to access sale: http://www.shoewoo.com/Categories/70287442,default,sc.html

Bloomingdales
April 8-April 11
20%-30% off select merchandise on www.bloomingdales.com
No code necessary
Click here to access sale: http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/index.ognc?CategoryID=18759&PageID=80569592304569&kw=Save%2020-30%20Percent&loc=leftnav&cm_mmc=EML-_-Sale-_-Promo_04-08-10_SGC-_-MainTopSlice_Sale2030&EMAIL_ID=159172141

Nine West
April 8-April 12
30% off all regular-priced merchandise on www.ninewest.com
Enter code "NWFRND4" at checkout

Jessica Simpson Collection
April 6-April 12
25% off your purchase on www.jessicasimpsoncollection.com
Enter code "APRFF" at checkout

Urban Decay cosmetics
April 6-unknown
30% off your purchase on www.urbandecay.com
Enter code "1SFNF" at checkout

Kooba
April 6-unknown
30% off select merchandise and free shipping on www.kooba.com
No code necessary
Click here to access sale: http://shop.kooba.com/pl/c/2.html

The Gap
April 5-April 8
20% off adult new arrivals on www.gap.com
Enter code "GAPNEW20" at checkout

Ann Taylor Loft
April 5-unknown
Extra 25% off sale items on www.anntaylorloft.com
No code necessary
Click here to access sale: http://www.anntaylorloft.com/catalog/category_sale.jsp?viewAll=true&Ns=SALE_SEQUENCE_NO&categoryId=3364&Nr=AND(CAT_SALE_FLAG:Y)&N=1200042&cid=E0002795

Gara Danielle
April 5-May 31
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Enter code "luckybreaks5" at checkout

Amazon.com
April 5-April 7
Clothing Clearance Sale: Extra 20% offalready-reduced merchadise for savings up to 75% off on www.amazon.com
No code necessary
Click here to access sale: http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=pe_78630_14789770_pe_g1/?node=2257247011&emi=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Bath & Body Works
April 5-April 18
Free Signature Collection shower gel (up to a $10.50 value) with any $10 purchase on www.bathandbodyworks.com
Enter code "SAPPHIRE" at checkout
Offer also good in-stores with coupon
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April 8-April 13
Get two Signature Collection travel-sizes for free when you purchase one full-size Signature Collection body lotion, shower gel, or fragrance mist on www.bathandbodyworks.com
Enter code "GETRITUAL" at checkout
Offer also good in-stores with coupon
Click here to print coupon for in-store use: http://ebm.cheetahmail.com/r/regf2?aid=528207786&a=0&n=39&D_CODE=2294&cm_mmc=CH-_-20100408RDMSC-_-10010967-_-mainPrintCoupon&cm_lm=sabrinahaurin@hotmail.com

Bliss
April 5-April 30
Get a free 7-piece styling kit (a $40 value) and free shipping when you purchase a Sedu blowdryer or full-sized flatiron on www.blissworld.com
Enter code "SEDU" at checkout

Victoria's Secret
April 5-April 6
25% off select styles of pants on www.victoriassecret.com
Enter code "25PANTS" at checkout
April 5-April 6
Free shipping on orders of $100 or more on www.victoriassecret.com
Enter code "SHIPVS10" at checkout
April 7-April 29
$15 off orders of $100 or more on www.victoriassecret.com; $30 off orders of $150 or more; $75 off orders of $250 or more
Enter code "SPRING10" at checkout
April 7-May 5
$10 off your order on www.victoriassecret.com when you purchase a Body by Victoria bra
Enter code "SP1023558" at checkout

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Radiant Sunset – a mid-tone red
Precious Coral – a light peachy coral
Golden Charm – a warm sheer gold
Vintage Merlot – a deep berry
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Spring/Summer 2010 Fashion Trend: Denim on Denim

This Spring and Summer don't be surprised to see many women wearing jeans with a denim shirt, vest, or jacket. Yes, believe it or not, it is actually on-trend this Spring and Summer to pair a denim top with a denim bottom. This denim on denim trend was seen all over the SS2010 runways (Above: Chloe, D&G, Ralph Lauren, Twenty8Twelve). The key to pulling of this trend is to wear contrasting shades of denim on top and bottom. For instance, pair a chambray top with dark wash jeans, or a dark denim jacket with white jeans. If you wear the same shade of denim all over then you risk wearing what my husband refers to as "the Canadian Tuxedo"!!! Katie Holmes was recently spotted trying out this trend (see below) and I must say she is looking good in her light denim top and dark denim jeans.

If you are interested in giving this trend a try below are some denim options to consider (the Gap biker jacket for $69.50 is such a steal!!!): 7 for all Mankind "Dojo" jeans for $154 on www.shopbop.com; American Retro "Vic" jacket for $368 on www.shopbop.com; Heritage slouchy boyfriend roll-up short for $79.50 on www.bananarepublic.com; Miley Cyrus & Max Azria long sleeve button-down denim shirt for $14 on www.walmart.com; J Brand curvy fit pencil leg jeans for $159 on www.shopbop.com; Denim biker jacket for $69.50 on www.gap.com; Shrunken denim vest for $49.50 on www.gap.com; Levi 501 white cap jeans for $68 on www.urbanoutfitters.com; Juicy Couture stretch denim western shirt for $158 on www.bloomingdales.com; Blank Denim relaxed straight leg jeans for $78 on www.shopbop.com; "Dean" denim jacket for $24.80 on www.forever21.com; Rich & Skinny laid back slim jeans for $154 on www.shopbop.com; Genetic denim rocky denim vest for $176 on www.shopbop.com; Citizens of Humanity "Bandit" boyfriend shorts for $185 on www.shopbop.com; Plastic Island "Jett" denim jacket for $165 on www.shopbop.com; Twenty8Twelve "Matt" distressed denim shirt for $180 on www.nordstrom.com; Boyfriend light wash busted jeans for $89.50 on www.bananarepublic.com; Cropped white denim jacket for $59.50 on www.gap.com.

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