There are a few different kinds of moms -- the baking kind (Martha Stewart), the singing kind (Maria von Trapp), and the shopping kind (Kris Kardashian).  I have the shopping kind. These mother-daughter relationships tend to be vain (albeit a lot of fun). Spa days, shopping trips, at-home fashion shows, hours spent going through Grandma's old jewelry...but what happens if the mother/daughter pair don't live in the same city anymore? What does one do without the joys of mother-daughter vanity? 

Have no fear, the VIP Dress Me App is here! From the comforts of their own computers, mothers can dress daughters to their hearts' delight in frilly, furry, frothy costumes, and if one so pleases, daughters can even purchase the selections on the VIP.Zappos.com website and wear them to the next family get-together for that euphoric feeling daughters get when they make their moms happy.

And daughters can dress their moms too! My sassy mother is quite fun to "dress" , so to introduce her to the new Dress Me app, I created an outfit for her that she can wear during the blustery Canadian winters she endures.

Daughters, dress your mom, and moms dress your daughters on the Zappos VIP Dress Me app today!

A few weeks ago, I had the honor of joining celeb stylist Janey Lopaty and designer Karen Zambos to film a couple of episodes for Flip Lifestyle.com. 

Stay tuned for episode two coming soon!

French Connection Princess Stretch Sequin Dress, BCBGeneration Lexie platforms,Tarina Tarantino cocktail ring

She’s trendy, always put-together, and adores accessorizing. The true fashionista is always in the know when it comes to fashion, and it shows.

Our stylists have created this star-studded ensemble for the fashionista’s night out. The super-sparkly mini dress is the star of the show, and the chunky platforms and a chic clutch round out this party-ready look.

To browse through even more outfits hand-picked by our stylists, check out the new Shop by Personality page. We’ve made it even more fun and easy to shop based on your own personal style. Happy shopping!

We like to think of shorts as that happy medium between pants and skirts, a versatile warm-weather essential that we wouldn’t want to be without. Even casual shorts can look impressively put together when done right.

Here are just some of our current picks:

1. Trina Turk Aero shorts: The refined pleating and chic khaki color give these shorts such a tailored feel.

2. Lilly Pulitzer Callahan shorts: Pair these pristine navy shorts with your nautical-inspired tops this summer!

3. Brigitte Bailey Nikki pleated shorts: This high-waisted number is sassy enough for a night out on the town.

4. Calvin Klein Jeans linen Bermuda shorts: Quite possibly the perfect vacation shorts.

5. Juicy Couture Bedford sailor shorts: The brass sailor-inspired buttons add a simple yet noteworthy touch to these shorts.

With all the fabulous styles we got to see at our recent trip to NYC, there were a few stand-out pieces that really resonated with us. All the more reason why we’re so excited for this upcoming fall season and all the amazing clothing that’s coming out.

Keep an eye out for these and all the other exciting fall 2011 trends on Zappos.com!

Can you believe fall is just around the corner? There are so many fabulous trends coming up this fall, and we’re thrilled to share some of them with you from our most recent trip to the Big Apple.

Here are some key trends we saw during our trip:

Cold Shoulder

Stripes

Colors mixed with neutrals

Lace

Colorblocking

Check back next week for even more fall 2011 trends!

Although we love the summertime, we can’t help but be excited about upcoming fall trends for the back-to-school season. Soon enough, it’ll be time to cozy up to woven knits, lush scarves and break out the boots and oxfords once again.

To make back-to-school wardrobe shopping a little bit easier, we’ve broken down some key looks and trends that transition well from summer into fall.

BEACHY BOHO:

Fringe

Maxi dresses

Floppy beach hat

Flat Sandals

Long drop earrings

White-on-white details

HIPSTER:

Bowler hats

Fringed scarf

Vintage-inspired romper

Slouchy boots

DOWNTOWN CASUAL:

Funky fedoras

Maxi cardigans

Lightweight layering tanks

Cut-off shorts

Layering necklaces

Distressed combat boots

LA SCENE:

Fedora hats

V-Neck Tees

Collared shirts

Chino pants

Suede sneakers

RETRO '70s:

Straw hats

Wide leg denim

Feminine camis

Platforms

ROMANTIC RENDEZVOUS:

Colorblock

Cat-eye shades

Neutral platform heels

Day-to-night dresses

BEACH NIGHTS:

Wedges

Open-knit cardigan

Halter dresses

BEACH BANDIT:

Metallic flats

Skinny belt

Aviators

Lightweight oversized hoodie

URBAN GRUNGE:

Engineer buckled boots

Fleece poncho

Distressed skinny jeans

ALL AMERICAN HIPSTER:

Newsboy cap

Woven plaid shirts

Relaxed jeans

Oxfords

CASUAL CHIC:

Open knits and oversized sweaters

Wide leg jeans

Wooden platforms and suede sandals

It’s a skill that every guy should learn at some point in his life: tying a tie. In this How-to video, I, with the help of our resident dapper dude Jonathan, show you how to tie a proper Four In Hand Knot.

Now that you’ve got the steps down, check out our awesome tie selection to spruce up your professional and dress wardrobe. Remember, a good tie is the centerpiece of your suite ensemble, so make sure you have a few to rotate around.