Hosiery : We’re not talking about your mother’s pantyhose. Hosiery trends have come a long way in recent years. Show off your shapely legs without revealing too much skin in a refined pair of opaque tights. Deep jewel tones like plum and blue are fall favorites, look great on many complexions and are still refined enough to be worn in corporate settings...

Very few things make my fashion obsessed heart beat faster than a killer pair of boots. Alas, since I moved from the sidewalks of New York City to the sandy shores of Nassau, Bahamas my boot wearing days seem to be all but over.

However one of the most synergistic mergers in fashion history is that of shoe and boot – creating the bootie, a chic alternative without the bulk warmth of traditional boots.

Whether you’re looking for a pair to wear at the office or a spicy pair for nights out on the town, there are lots of options to keep you fashionable and comfortable. From trendy to retro, sexy to classic – there is a style to suit every taste and every look...

You pick up the organic carrots instead of the regular, turn off the lights when you leave the room and even drive a small, eco-friendly car - but do you think green when it comes to your wardrobe?

The benefits of eating organic foods and thinking green within your home are easy to appreciate. Eating foods grown without harmful pesticides and synthetic fertilizers directly benefits the way you feel and your overall health; while adopting environmentally sound habits within the home can save you lots of money over time. However, thinking organically when it comes to dressing your body is just as important for the environment...

This weekend I escaped. I threw a few lightweight dresses and cut off jeans into a bag and ran away to what is undeniably one of my favorite islands in The Bahamas, actually perhaps on this planet  - Eleuthera. 

With two Eleuthera experts as my unofficial guides, one of the first stops was Island Made - a tiny souvenir shop off of Queen’s Highway in Gregory Town. Dried coconuts brightly painted to depict smiling faces, reams of Androsia, and homemade preserves are just a few of the Bahamian made goodies to be discovered in this little gem of a store. 

I browsed the house wares and homemade gourmet delights but like a true fashion junkie, what really caught my eye was the jewelry...

So you've gotten the news. For the next 40 weeks your body will be performing the greatest feat the female body can. The beauty of what is transforming in your womb should be expressed in the beauty of the clothes you swathe your beautiful baby bump in. 

No longer are pregnant women subjected to dressing themselves in horrifying, oversized polka dotted maternity garb that makes them look like a walking tent. With all the great maternity fashion options, you can look as chic and fabulous during pregnancy as you do with your normal physique. Read on for the best pregnancy fashion tips and advice.

Once you’ve passed the phase where you feel sluggish and uncomfortable and your baby bump is officially showing, flaunt it! There are certain pieces that you will need to purchase for your curvaceous pregnant figure...

The most important part of building a house is ensuring you lay a solid foundation Just the same, when building a great outfit, you have to start with proper fitting foundation pieces - your underwear.

Wearing ill-fitting and unflattering undergarments is a cardinal sin in the fashion world. Laying the ground work for a stellar outfit starts with choosing the right basic essentials, your underwear.

The color and texture of your underwear directly affect how your clothes look to the world. The most surefire way to ensure your undies are not visible beneath your clothing is to wear a color that is as close to your skin tone as possible...

St. Valentine’s Day is upon us. For a single sister not planning to even think about dressing up for Valentines day, karma dealt me a hand of jokers with more ladies than I can count requesting personal shopping for dia del amor. The questions came rolling in – do I wear red or white, sexy or classy, cleavage or legs, or both?

For all those still at a loss for what special little number to pull out for the day, here’s a little guidance based on the type of night you are your beau are planning.

The Casual Date - Leave the skinny jeans, spaghetti strap tank and flip flops at home. Even if you and your beau are keeping it low key a-la a movie or drinks at a casual bar, show him a little love by putting a little extra thought into your look...

Sure it’s associated with hippies and arts and crafts “crunchy” types, but the art of tie dying fabric was established long before the late 1960‘s and early 1970’s -  the decade most associated with this textile dying process made popular by celebrities such as Janis Joplin.

Fast forward to today where fashion forecasters are predicting a modern spin on this age old textile design will be all the rage in 2010. 

Tie dye has appeared on spring and fall runways for several years - from Prada in 2004 to Balmain in 2007, but the trend has never fully taken off. From contemporary designers to high fashion houses, designers are giving it a shot again. 

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Truer words have never been spoken. For fashion enthusiasts who know the value of a dollar, or for those in search of clothes with a little more character than today’s mass produced department store fill, vintage and second hand stores are a godsend.

Vintage shopping is one of my favorite pastimes. When abroad with hours to kill on a lazy Sunday afternoon, browsing vintage stores and the rush of uncovering the perfect find provides the ultimate sense of accomplishment only a true shopper would understand.

Over the years I have scored fabulous finds during my vintage shopping escapades from vintage Versace belts in Rome, Italy to perfectly broken-in Armani riding boots in New York City. But, where to go in Nassau for a uniquely aged piece at a great price?

It seems as if I blinked and suddenly December is just a week away. With the holidays on everyone’s mind, it’s time to start prepping your closet for all the holiday festivities.

With everything that’s piled on your plate during this festive season, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Your wardrobe doesn’t have to be a source of stress. Throw away outdated fashion taboos and add a little sparkle to your look for effortless holiday chic for any festivity that’s thrown your way. Below are a couple holiday trends to get you started on your fabulous festive wardrobe.