Product review: Athletech L-Willow2 Athletic Shoe in neon yellow

Kmart’s Athletech Women's Ath L-Willow2 Athletic Shoe in Yellow, which feature contrasting lemongrass and bubblegum pink detailing.  Stock image.  Read full review here…

LINK:  http://www.examiner.com/review/product-review-athletech-l-willow2-athletic-shoe-neon-yellow

Simonton Says by George Simonton burgundy velvet V-necked dress

A very pretty and classic looking V-necked burgundy velvet dress with three-quarter sleeves from Simonton Says by George Simonton.  Fits in all the right places – just the right length and classy!

and perfect with these matching burgundy slingbacks...

and I would add a little edge with these Doc Martens style cherry boots...

or these maroon / burgundy hightops for a dress-down...

and possibly this burgundy satchel if it's not too matchy-matchy...

Susan Graver burgundy velvet pants

I’m crushing on velvet these days, specifically burgundy velvet, and these Susan Graver burgundy velvet palazzo pants were exactly what I was looking for.  They do run long if you’re of average height or shorter so be prepared to take them up and the waist is pretty high as well.  Other than that they drape really well and have a lot of stretch.

and they should team well with with this burgundy slingback...

 and this burgundy satchel...

loving the contrasting studs...

Duchess Kate dons cream ruffles for son George’s christening

Prince William, Duchess Kate and son Prince George arrive at Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, for christening of three month-old George by Archbishop of Canterbury on October 23, 2013 in London, England. Photo by John Stillwell - WPA Pool /Getty Images.  More pics, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/duchess-kate-dons-cream-ruffles-for-son-george-s-christening

Bullock and Roberts win Hollywood awards

Sandra Bullock accepts her Hollywood Actress Award for 'Gravity' at the 17th annual Hollywood Film Awards at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on October 21, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California. Photo by Mark Davis/Getty Images.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK:  http://www.examiner.com/article/bullock-and-roberts-win-hollywood-awards

Kristin Cavallari closes out Fashion Week with on-trend collection

From the runway at Kristin Cavallari Hosts Akira's 11th Annual Fall Fashion Show Featuring Kristin Cavallari by Chinese Laundry on October 20, 2013 in Chicago, Illinois. Photo by Jeff Schear/Getty Images for Akira.  More here...

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/kristin-cavallari-closes-out-fashion-week-with-on-trend-collection

Product review: oxblood faux fur cropped jacket

A very cute oxlblood colored cropped fur jacket by INC International Concepts in their color ‘Burnt Amber’ that has a touch of raccoon.  Full reviewhere…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/review/product-review-oxblood-faux-fur-cropped-jacket

What I'm listening to right now...

Take the A Train by Duke Ellington

Enjoy...

‘Locke’ with Tom Hardy screens at BFI London

Ruth Wilson, Tom Hardy and Andrew Scott attend a screening of 'Locke' during the 57th BFI London Film Festival at Odeon West End on October 18, 2013 in London, England. Photo by Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images for BFI.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/locke-with-tom-hardy-screens-at-bfi-london

Duchess Kate takes time out from baby George to play volleyball

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge plays volleyball at a SportsAid Athlete Workshop at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park on October 18, 2013 in London, England. Photo by David Bebber - WPA Pool /Getty Images.  More here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/duchess-kate-takes-time-out-from-baby-george-to-play-volleyball

Miranda Kerr won’t join Victoria’s Secret fashion show

Miranda Kerr in blue jeans at the Gilt and Stuart Weitzman Celebrate their 50/50 Boot 20th Anniversary on October 16, 2013 in New York City, says she won’t join the annual Victoria’s Secret lingerie fashion show!  Photo by Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images for Stuart Weitzman. More here (with pics!)…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/miranda-kerr-won-t-join-victoria-s-secret-fashion-show

Olivia Munn rocks lime as Hillary Clinton snags another award!

Julianna Margulies, Michael Kors and Hillary Clinton at God's Love We Deliver 2013 Golden Heart Awards Celebration on October 16, 2013 in New York. Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Michael Kors.

Cindi Leive and Actress Olivia Munn attend God's Love We Deliver 2013 Golden Heart Awards Celebration at Spring Studios on October 16, 2013 in New York. Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images for Michael Kors.  More here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/olivia-munn-rocks-lime-as-hillary-clinton-snags-another-award

Carey Mulligan shines at 'Inside Llewyn Davis' screening

Carey Mulligan and Oscar Isaac attend 'Inside Llewyn Davis' screening for the 57th BFI London Film Festival on October 15, 2013 in London, England. Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for BFI.  Article, slideshow, video with Q&A session at BFI here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/carey-mulligan-shines-at-inside-llewyn-davis-screening

Hillary Rodham Clinton honored by Elton John AIDS Foundation

Founders Award Honoree Hillary Rodham Clinton onstage with David Furnish and Elton John at Elton John AIDS Foundation's 12th Annual An Enduring Vision Benefit on October 15, 2013 in New York. Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images.  More here and pics of celebs attending…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/hillary-rodham-clinton-honored-by-elton-john-aids-foundation

Product review: Vera Wang for Kohls reptile print leggings

A very realistic looking Vera Wang for Kohls reptile print leggings in charcoal and black...

and I would team the leggings with these Superga grey hightops / high top sneakers...

Day of the Dead sugar skulls T-shirt made with neon glow-in-the-dark paints

My Day of the Dead sugar skulls t-shirt made with neon paints...

I will be wearing the sugar skulls top with these 1^st KISS oxblood jeggings from Wet Seal...

Old Navy StretchTech Raisin Arizona pants...

this oxblood / deep burgundy / maroon waterfall cardi / cardigan...

these cool retro cranberry red sunglasses...

and these burgundy slingbacks should work perfectly well with the look...

as would these deep deep cherry boots...

and this burgundy satchel with dark hardware and studs...

and this Wet n Wild Mocha-licious 914C lipstick...

Get inspired by NY Comic Con for Halloween costumes

A very cool fan dresses up for New York Comic Con 2013 Day 4 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center on October 13, 2013 in New York City. Photo by Laura Cavanaugh/Getty Images.  Article, slideshow and video here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/get-inspired-by-ny-comic-con-for-halloween-costumes

Birthday Boy Hugh Jackman performs “One Night Only” in LA

Hugh Jackman performs onstage during 'Hugh Jackman... One Night Only' performance benefiting MPTF at Dolby Theatre on October 12, 2013 in Hollywood, California. Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images for MPTF.  More here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/birthday-boy-hugh-jackman-performs-one-night-only-la

Helena Bonham Carter sports dreadlocks for ‘Burton and Taylor’ screening

Lachlan MacKinnon, Helena Bonham Carter and Richard Laxton attend the Hamptons International Film Festival on October 12, 2013 in East Hampton, New York. Photo by Monica Schipper/Getty Images for The Hamptons International Film Festival.  More here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/helena-bonham-carter-sports-dreadlocks-for-burton-and-taylor-screening

Best of the Naeem Khan Fall/Winter 2014 Bridal Collection

Naeem Khan poses with models during his Naeem Khan Fall/Winter 2014 Bridal Collection presentation and reception on October 12, 2013 in New York City. Photo by JP Yim/Getty Images.  More here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/best-of-the-naeem-khan-fall-winter-2014-bridal-collection

In the pink with Vera Wang Fall 2014 Bridal collection

Pretty shades of pink on the Vera Wang runway during her Vera Wang Fall 2014 Bridal collection show on October 11, 2013 in New York City. Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images.  More here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/in-the-pink-with-vera-wang-fall-2014-bridal-collection

Nicolas Ghesquière slated to be next Creative Director of Louis Vuitton

 Designer Nicolas Ghesquière could very possibly be the next Creative Director of Louis Vuitton, replacing Marc Jacobs after his last collection viewing on October 2, 2013 at Paris Fashion Week S/S 2014. Crop of photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images.  Full story here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/nicolas-ghesqui-re-slated-to-be-next-creative-director-of-louis-vuitton

Kristen Stewart (who has worked with him for Balenciaga) and Nicolas Ghesquière at Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations Costume Institute Gala at NY Met on May 7, 2012 in New York. Photo by Larry Busacca/Getty Images

Pastels and florals from Niyazi Erdogan Menswear S/S 2014

Pastels and florals on the runway at the S/S 2014 Niyazi Erdogan show for MBFW Istanbul presented by American Express on October 10, 2013 in Istanbul, Turkey. Photos by Ian Gavan/Getty Images for IMG.  Slideshow, embedded video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/pastels-and-florals-from-niyazi-erdogan-menswear-s-s-2014

Sandra Bullock rocks black lace mini at BFI London Film Festival

Actress Sandra Bullock wows at the screening of film 'Gravity' at the 57th BFI London Film Festival at Odeon Leicester Square on October 10, 2013 in London, England. Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images for BFI.  Slideshow, video and article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/sandra-bullock-rocks-black-lace-mini-at-bfi-london-film-festival

Pat Cleveland honored at United Colors of Fashion Gala

Pat Cleveland, who has been modeling for some 50 years and clearly defies age, was honored during the 3rd Annual United Colors of Fashion Gala at Lexington Avenue Armory on October 9, 2013 in New York City. Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images.  Picsand article here…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/pat-cleveland-honored-at-united-colors-of-fashion-gala

Celebs support Lunchbox Fund Fall Fête & Feedie Launch

Liv Tyler looking very stylish attending the Lunchbox Fund Fall Fête & Feedie Launch at Buddakan, New York on October 9, 2013 in New York City.  Liv was also co-chair at the charitable event.  Much more and picshere…

LINK: http://www.examiner.com/article/celebs-support-lunchbox-fund-fall-f-te-feedie-launch

Peter Nygard Collection autumnal colors top

Looking forward to wearing this gorgeous little Peter Nygard Collection autumnal colors top in warm fall colors of rust, brown, olive on a camel or beige background in an autumnal floral print, normally offered by Dillard's.  The V-neck is very flattering and the top is fom-fitted for a flattering fit but is stretchy enough to be incredibly comfortable.

These retro olive sunglasses team well with the tee...

I see it with this amber floral necklace...

and this burnt orange / pumpkin spice skirt...

this cognac waterfall cardigan...

And this longline cinnamon brown coatigan

these basketweave oxford shoes...

and these orange sunglasses...