Adding a few menswear-inspired products to your closet can give you a classic look that is far from manly. Our style experts have some advice taken from his closet, but better suited for yours.

1.     Blazers are the business.

Buttoned or unbuttoned, blazers are still hot. Keep yours girly with ruching pleats or pop shoulders. Try something like the Douglas blazer from BB Dakota, a 100% polyester-lined blazer made for business or pleasure. Don’t forget the fedora too!

2.     Button-down shirts are timeless.

The classic menswear piece, button-down shirts can be paired with something frilly or lacy to chic up your style. Tucked or untucked, the button-down is a good standby.

3.     Plaid isn’t just for the lumberjacks.

Pair your plaids with a ladylike cut, like a shirt of fitted shirt for a modern look. We recommend the DKNYC Tiered Ruffle Skirt as a must-have skirt this Fall. The 19-inch skirt with allover plaid print and side zip entry will look great with your knee socks and Nine West heels.

4.     Lace doesn’t have to be limited to the bedroom.

A pop of something lacy, like the Bronte Lace Top from Free People, can add a vintage feel to your ensemble. Lace can really help your blouse pop too, serving as an accent piece when worn under it.

5.     Skinny belts do a lot!

Skinny belts worn at the waist can bring the classic, all-white button-down to life in a snap. Keep your girlish figure by throwing on a skinny belt over a button-down or blazer.

6.     Trousers are back.

Cropped, pleated or wide leg – there’s a cut for everyone. Trousers never really went away, but you’ll find many more options this Fall that are made just for you. Steve Madden makes excellent trousers for women, such as the Slick Pleated Pant.

7.     Lace-up shoes can instantly update any outfit.

Whether it’s oxfords, boots or heels, a lace-up version can add a unique touch to your get-up. The Almund heels from Nine West will match your trousers or plaid skirt flawlessly and add a touch of sass to your Monday morning look.

Brooke and Kaya, our style experts, are at it again with some helpful pieces from Zappos.com that can keep your style updated by simply adding a few necessities. Check out all of these pieces that were featured in Lucky Magazine.

Let’s start with most everyone’s favorite item – the shoes. Take advantage of the clog trend in a super modern pair of Sam Edelman Flair clogs. The Flair takes the hot clog trend and turns it on its head to create a memorable style that’s anything but dated. The leather upper with chain and buckle detail make matching accessories a cinch. Clogs are a must-have for Fall. Mix a vintage feel with modern updates like laves or buckles to clinch the trend.

Pair your Flair clogs with the Trouser from 7 For All Mankind, a sophisticated jean that flatters all body types and features a natural rise and full leg. The stretch featherweight denim, front scoop and back patch pockets are amazing. Dark denim is ideal for Fall. Pair a trouser cut with a floral top and a cropped blazer for a casual work look. Enhance your best features with the gorgeous Garden Paisley Scarf from Jessica Simpson. The vibrant color can set the mood for any occasion and it looks great, tied or not.

Of course we would never forget the importance of your handbag. The Cole Haan Village Devin Tote is a perfectly spacious shoulder bag made of pebble grain leather. Perfect for your wallet, sunglasses, water bottle and MP3 player, the Village Devin Tote can be your everyday bag. An oversized tote is essential for any season, but a rich brown leather bag with hardware details is an ideal addition to your closet this Fall. This bag would complement the Fossil Decker Stainless Steel Chronograph watch, a standout gold ion-plated stainless watch with three-hand chronograph movement and black dial. Big, bold and gold, this boyfriend watch makes a daring accessory to any outfit. Add some razzle dazzle to your outfit with the Harajuku Lovers In The Clear Ribbon and Strands Necklace. Let your inner rocker shine through.

For more great info on trends and new items, check out the Trends page on Zappos.com. What are you adding to your closet this Fall?

We have great news – boots are back! As you plan your Fall fashion, we have a few tips for each boot style that can help you stay up-to-date with ease. Tying together a trendy get-up doesn’t have to be difficult. You may already own each of the accents needed to accentuate your boots; if you don’t, Zappos.com can help. Our stylists have the inside scoop at their boot trends page HERE.

If you prefer cuffed boots, try pairing your cuffed boots with skinny jeans, a printed top and a leather jacket. Skinny jeans will help the boot blend into your leg for a slenderizing look, since cuffed boots tend to look heavy. Cuffed boots are extremely fashion forward, so keep them in mind when you are shopping this Fall.

Pair your military boots with leggings, a drapey top, military jacket, belt and most importantly socks for the ultimate military look. Not only can military boots handle the conditions better than most, they can also be paired with everything from flowing tops to lavish military coats. We recommend going for a military-chic look with an accent belt and jeggings.

Try pairing your riding boots with colored denim, a silk blouse, sweater vest and a cape for a clean, international look. Free your style’s color palette with a pair of colored denim that will help bring your blouse and sweater to life. A cape accent is an easy way to add an upscale detail to your look and you can take it a step further with a clean shoulder bag that matches your boots.

Wear your ultra-tall boots with a floral-print dress, boyfriend blazer and a statement necklace for the perfect look. A floaty floral print dress can give your style a mod-chic appeal when paired with ultra-tall boots. The boyfriend blazer and statement necklace will supplement your style with ease.

Check out all of our stylists’ picks and trends and feel free to experiment this Fall. Fashion is a great way to express your individuality.

This edition of talkin’ trendz will focus on your fashion creativity. Take your little black dress from 2 seasons ago to the next level and show every other girl at the party just how fabulous you are!

Take note of the sparkly details that make each look special and don’t be tardy for that party!!!

Falling into this season with the top boot trends for 2009. Featuring top brands such as KORS Michael Kors, Jessica Simpson and Stuart Weitzman. So get your boot-ie on, take that paycheck, and fill up your shopping cart at www.Zappos.com.
Xoxo
Alana and Jenn (aka BABS)

As we head into the fall months, one classic style that remains for fall and winter is again making a big appearance on the runways. Tweed is a style that never goes out of fashion, but this fall and winter you will be seeing much more of the wool fabric.

When some people think of tweed, they think of the dowdy, matronly looks of several years ago. Tweed clothing has gotten an update and it can be sexy, sophisticated and elegant. No longer are you only given options of brown or grey tweed, but we are seeing more and more colors such as purple, pink, and blue.

You can wear this runway fashion trend several different ways. The most common way to wear tweed is with your outerwear. Picture a fitted tweed pea coat or blazer for this fall or winter. Another trendy way to wear this style is with a tweed dress or skirt. Instead of going for the basic brown herringbone pattern, look for a purple or pink color. For a great work outfit, pair a fitted blouse with a pair of tweed trousers for the ultimate in sophistication.

There are also several tweed accessories that can make an outfit. A tweed hat added to a t-shirt and pair of jeans can add some drama to an outfit, while tweed shoes can add some effect to a plain dress. Other accessories to look for are handbags and scarves.

The great thing about this runway fashion trend is that it is a classic style that will still be around next fall and winter. This is a reason why you should be willing to invest some money into your tweed pieces. Knowing that you can wear them for years to come, makes it worth it since you will be able to look great for years down the road. Look for well-structured pieces that are made of quality wool and that will last. Also, there is nothing more tacky when it comes to imitation tweed. Just don’t go there!

Spring and summer beauty is all about that natural, lit-from-within glow, focusing on your natural beauty, and not trying to mask it!

When the temperature heats up, it’s time to put away heavy makeup and perfumes, and trade in for lighter, summer-friendly alternatives like a tinted moisturizer with that ever-important SPF, and fresh and clean fragrances. For this Spring and Summer, the top must-have beauty trends are: clear, exfoliated skin , a natural bronzed glow , stand-out eyes and lip color and, of course, the perfect finishing touch: light summer fragrances .

Our favorite glowing skin secret this season is the amazing MD Skincare® Alpha Beta Daily Face Peel . This easy two-step at-home micro-exfoliation kit takes only a couple of minutes to use, and delivers a more luminous and even complexion, the perfect glowing canvas for your summer makeup!

After you’ve exfoliated your skin, protect it from the sun’s harmful rays while creating a polished, more even tone using a tinted moisturizer like Stila’s Sheer Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 30. This handy little multi-tasker is just what you need to create a naturally gorgeous, pool-ready look!

Of course, it wouldn’t be summer without the perfect bronzed complexion! Stay the safe and natural route with a bronzer like purmineral’s Universal Marble Mineral Powder & Bronzer . Lightly dust on your cheeks and temples for a totally natural glow, like you just came back from a fabulous Caribbean getaway!

Last, but certainly not least, create a memorable impression this spring and summer season with a light and refreshing fragrance like the Calvin Klein CK One Summer for both men and women. This energizing and vibrant scent embodies the very essence of summertime.

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Now, we’re not suggesting you go sans clothing and just throw on a scarf&= ! But you can literally put on a simple white tee and your go-to pair of jeans , slip on a pair of comfy flats, then throw on a light and colorful scarf, and you’ve got yourself a look that’s effortlessly cool and pulled-together.

We’ve spotted this no-brainer of a trend on the hottest fashion mavens of Tinseltown season after season, and it’s no

Whether it’s at the airport or going out for a java fix, Hollywood’s hottest fashionistas like Ashley Olsen, Nicole Richie, Lauren Conrad and Rachel Bilson all know one thing; scarves are quite possibly the easiest way to throw new life into casual ensembles.

The rising temperatures call for lightweight and airy scarves, making a great transition from your winter to spring wardrobe. Try a lovely and flowy lavender scarf by Missoni with a simple tank top or a lightweight sweater for an instant pop of color, or for an edgy take on feminine, try this surreal Alexander McQueen silk scarf . These soft color palettes look particularly pretty when worn against a grey or black top for contrast.

If your style is more laid-back bohemian, opt for a bright pop of color in an overdyed Indian-style print, like this scarf by Lucky Brand. The exotic print lends such a worldly feel and the lightweight texture complements your warm-weather wardrobe impeccably.

So, next time you’re frantically searching your closet for something to wear, just throw on some basics and accessorize with a colorful scarf to get that uncontrived look that says, “I always look this good even on my off days”.