Around The World In A Day

Are you ready? Okay, how about tomorrow? Don't worry about your vacation schedule and the travel arrangements, just look the part. You don't have to spend a month in Morocco to achieve the look of International Chic. All you need are a couple of globally inspired pieces (a dress here, a tunic or skirt there) and maybe a little more jewelry. Are we there yet?

photo right: Henna Fade Scarf $125, L.A.M.B. Hopefully you'll look a little happier than she does wearing it (she may be in need of a vacation).

Kimono Dress $396, Mara Hoffman.

Dante Fringe Thong $92, DV by Dolce Vita. Part global goddess, part fashionable hippie.

Don't forget to pile on the global inspired accessories like this wooden necklace and bangle!

Color Block Beaded Necklace $59, Banana Republic.

Wood Angled Bracelet $29, Banana Republic.

Ecote Shibori Top $29.99, Urban Outfitters. Bring sexy back with this cute V-neck tunic that's sure to make a dramatic exit.

Cute "T"s

I love the comfort of jeans and T-shirt? But, how about a t-shirt with built in jewelry (these have a sexy fit with cotton and spandex)? No need to search for accessories, just pull on jeans and throw on these cute t-shirts and instantly you have style. These shirts come from the famed Metropolitan Museum of Art that also carries very unique jewelry as well (so you can look cute and talk about how smart you are and how you love art and museums and stuff like that).

Egyptian Collar fitted T-shirt $30, Metropolitan Museum of Art

Calder Necklace T-Shirt $40, Metropolitan Museum of Art

Weekend Rev-up

We've finally reached the weekend and it's time to have some fun! Some of you may get a kick out of this one. Even if you don't remember this song, you have to remember this fashion. I wouldn't advise following any of the fashion leads put forth in this video. But, by all means feel free to perform the dance routine. Am I the only one who remembers this one? Enjoy your Easter weekend.

I Gotta Get Away

above photo: Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Beach Resorts

Girl's pack your bags and grab at least 4 of your girlfriends. It's time for a road trip (or plane trip)! Or at least start planning. Budget Travel.com has just listed it's top eight destinations for Girlfriend Getaways and I must say a couple of trips have really caught my eye (my passport's all dusted off and ready to go).

1. Santorini, Greece (I just need 4 girlfriends to agree to this one)




2. Niagara Falls




3. Paia, Maui




4. Tulum, Mexico




5. Sausalito, CA




6. Savannah, GA




7. Montego Bay, Jamaica




8. Bora-Bora, French Polynesia (This is one of my dream destinations)

Create Drama With No Sweat

How do you pull off being comfortable, fashionable, and dramatic and do it with ease? That's easy, you throw on a maxi dress (yes, the opposite of mini). I love dresses (one piece of clothing and you're completely dressed-so easy); make it long (dramatic), in a movable fabric like jersey or polyester (comfortable), and wear it in a great color or print (fashionable) and you have one of my all time favorite looks. Mrs. Roper from Three's Company wore them with such ease. Okay maybe Mrs. Roper wouldn't be your idea of a fashion icon but you have to admit some of her maxi dresses were absolutely fabulous.

American Retro Caftan, $587. Mrs. Roper never looked this sexy. This type of maxi dress (or any maxi dress style for that matter) would be easy to find in a vintage store for under $50.

Kimono Sleeve Maxi Dress $115, Veronica M.

Braided Strap Maxi Dress $68, Urban Outfitters.

Ancient Roman Secret

Looks like Russell Crowe and the other Gladiators were on the something. Gladiator sandals are all the rage for Spring. Are you up for the challenge?

LAMB 'Fatin' Gladiator Sandal, $295. Ms. Stefani never ceases to amaze me. These are a great interpretation of this season's trend. Perfect for showcasing your legs in a pair of shorts or kicking back in a long or short sundress (fab).

Sam Edelman 'Greco' Sandal, $89.95. Cute and carefree in metallic gold. Treat metallic like neutral colors (in place of black, brown)and they'll go with almost anything.

DV by Dolce Vita 'Marcel' Sandal, $129.95. Pure drama. Pull out that mini or your thigh skimming shorts and sizzle.

BCBG Girls 'Lexus' Sandal, $97.95. The Gladiator goes sexy in a fun color that pops. These look mighty similar to the $795 pair from Jimmy Choo.

Real Women Have Guts, Glam, and Grace

Hey ladies, I'm always looking for a good source of information and good old fashioned entertainment and when I find it, you know I have to share. Check out new online magazine Guts, Glam, Grace for the latest in lifestyle, entertainment, career and of course fashion (there's much, much more but you'll have to go on the site to see-no peeking here). I have to admit I am little biased to the fashion section (I happen to be one of the contributing writers). Yet another tool to make yourself look busy at the office (you can thank me later).