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Style on a Budget: Daytime Under $300

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1.Splendid Polka Dot Top w/ Zip 2.Fossil Liberty Flap Clutch
3.Levi’s® Juniors 534™ Skinny Flare Jeans 4.Nine West Merckie

I’m a firm believer that you can look stylish in any budget. That’s why I’m introducing this new feature to highlight a variety of complete looks at different price points.

For today’s Style on a Budget, I’m doing an easy, casual and stylish daytime look. It’s perfect for a lunch date with the girls, or catching a matinee show with your date—all for under 300 bucks!

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Fall 2011 Trends Preview Part 2

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!

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Trends: Spring Trend Preview

With Spring just around the corner, our style experts are hard at work to bring you the season’s upcoming trends. Make the most of the beautiful changing weather in a stylish maxi skirt paired with a fabulous pair of wedges. Look for comeback trends such as vibrant prints and updated bohoreturning to the fashion scene with subtle updates. This Spring is all about the three C’s – chic, comfort and color.  Our experts have done the legwork for you, so jump right in and get ahead of the game with their Spring picks.

Leave a lasting impression in an ensemble of quiet self confidence. Pair a frilly lace top with a plain-front skirt for intriguing contrast and elevate your standing with the classic appeal of a cork wedge. A leather bag with artistically embossed details and a free-flowing necklace of peaceful purpose completes your look with grace.

Items in this outfit:

Brigitte Bailey by Pour La Victoire Rochette Lace Top

Free People Seamless Scoop Tank

Free People Get Down Maxi Skirt

Chinese Laundry Double Twist

Stuart Weitzman Josephine Small Bucket

Lucky Brand Peace Necklace

Add a little sugar and a pinch of spice and before you know it, you've pulled together a look to remember! While the floral print blouse adds some color, the jacket adds a touch of refined beauty. Give yourself some height with the artisan inspired wedges and compliment it all with the gold earrings and sparkly bracelet.

Items in this outfit:

Three Dots 1x1 Combed Cotton L/S Office Blazer

Joie Edita S/S Top

Hudson Collin Flap Skinny in Stockport

BCBGMaxAzria Kadence

Rebecca Minkoff Embossed Leather Clutch

Lucky Brand Take Ivy Gold Openwork Earrings

It's a walk in the park with this cool and casual summer style! Softaccessories accent neutral color and fabrics of the dress and cardigan. A simple, but eye-catching look is the perfect style for an endless summer romance!

Items in this outfit:

Alternative Apparel Cocoon Wrap

Gabriella Rocha Saundra Owl Dress

Matisse Stella

Nine West Innovation Large Messenger Bag

Joe's Jeans Razor Blade Skinny

Fossil Winter Whites Flower Book Necklace

Show off your natural beauty and deliver a statement all your own. Although comfort is the ultimate goal, a fashion statement is definitely created. The outfit is not complete unless complimented with the adoring earrings, bracelet, and topped off with rugged yet refined hat.

Items in this outfit:

Free People Trapeze Boho Top

Alternative Apparel Burnout Tank

Hudson Ferris Flap Pocket Flare in Telford

Lucky Brand Marlene

Rebecca Minkoff 3 Zip Roc Large Savage

Echo Design Graphic Striped Fedora

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Start 2011 Off In Style With Our Sparkly Trends

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End 2010 on an amazingly fashionable high note with our top picks for sparkly New Year's Eve outfits.  Add a little sparkle to your outfit for added texture and shine. Our style experts have put together a few choices to help you start out 2011 in spectacular fashion.

As we turn the page on another year, we recommend turning to a classic fashion icon, Betsey Johnson, for your party dress. Light up the night with the Betsey Johnson Evening Caribbean Nights dress. This sparkling beauty features a tiered design with tulle overlay at the hem. If you would prefer a skirt this NYE, the Steve Madden Sequin Swing Skirt will have you dancing long after the ball has dropped.

If you’re braving the elements to party in Times Square, you’ll definitely need a jacket.  A stylishly sexy little black jacket from three dots such as the Ponte L/S Jacket offers exaggerated quilted shoulders for dramatic shape with a fitted silhouette. Kick up the sparkle a notch with the Type Z Sequin Jacket, a notched lapel blazer that will help you flash your swagger all night long.

If you’re looking for the ultimate showstopper heels for this year’s party, the ALDO Nacci will give you more than a glimmer of hope. This wrapped platform features metallic fabric and an elegant bow-design peep toe. We would never forget the bags and accessories in a New Year’s Eve trend update. Keep it all together with a dazzling BCBGeneration clutch like the wondrously vibrant Violet Clutch. Devine party style is only an accessory away with GUESS accessories. The 177065-21 necklace and 177428-21 earrings will set your look on fire! Look great and have fun this New Year's with our style experts’ picks. For more recommendations, visit our Trends page for the latest styles and tips. Happy New Year's!

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Trends You Can Gift

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Shopping for the fashionista in your life can be a challenge, but luckily for you the Zappos.com stylists have put together a few trendy gift ideas that will keep her stylish and updated. From SoHo-inspired sweaters to hip designer handbags, Zappos.com has everything you’ll need to stay in her good graces this holiday season.

New boots from UGG Australia are always a fabulous gift. But this year, it’s all about their newest styles like the Abilene. Add some style to her wardrobe with the perforated supple suede boots that look extraordinary with skinny jeans and a pea coat. Stick with the faux fur trend if you are leaning toward getting her a new jacket. The Natalie Jacket from Sanctuary Clothing is an amazingly soft faux fur beauty with a 100% polyester lining, great for a night out on the town. For cool weather days, the Free People have designed the cable knit Spindle Cardigan. A sweater this cool has to be complimented with a metallic bag. Our stylists recommend the Jet Set Chain Shoulder Tote from MICHAEL Michael Kors for the trendsetter in your life.

Remember guys – accessories bring her look to life. Don’t pass on a fashionable and feminine handbag from Aldo. The Soverns is a lovely cross-body that will add inspiration to any outfit. And don’t forget the BLING. Statement necklaces are super trendy right now. The Jessica Simpson Fall Jewels Mesh Drama Necklace will add a brilliant shine to her style.

Fashion-forward gifts show her that you are paying attention and she’ll be thrilled by your gifts. For more gift recommendations, check out our Stylists’ Picks for ready-to-wear outfits. Read more about these trends on the Trends Page and check out Brooke’s trendy giftables in the video below:

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Trends: Holiday Party Chic

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Whether you are attending a work-sponsored holiday party or throwing your own, your holiday party outfit can get you in the holiday spirit. Our stylists have put together a few looks that should help you prepare for your upcoming party.

Spice up your Holiday look with a strapless, tiered Betsy Johnson dress such as the Evening Pleated Organza Tiered Dress paired with matching color-family heels like the RSVP Effie heels. A gal can never go wrong with amazing accessories, so make sure that you're shining with a perfectly placed bangle and necklace. Add a cropped leather moto jacket like the True Religion Leather Moto Jacket for an edge.

A gal can never go wrong with a little black dress and this year is all about the details. The Calvin Klein Lace Sleeveless Dress offers a flirty overlay of lace and can really come to life with some eye-catching pumps like the RSVP Rain heels. Accentuate your posh look with a cluster bracelet and a sparkling necklace. A cute Franchi Handbags clutch like the Marge Nappa is all you need to finalize your elegant look! You'll be turning heads and knocking them dead in this gorgeous ensemble!

A seductive dress like the Nicole Miller Techno Metal Sleeveless Halter Dress is sure to get you noticed in all the right ways. Complete your look with a bold statement necklace and bracelet. The shoes make the outfit so turn to the Nine West Booboo Heels and a simple clutch to carry you through the night!

Our stylists have much more in store for you on the Trends page. Dressing up for the holidays can be a fun and creative way to showcase your individuality. Happy holidays from your fashion helpers.