Holly in Heels

Ok ok ok, I will be the FIRST to admit what a wimp I am when it comes to winter. My fuzzy wool fedora seriously goes off to the people who live in the Midwest or the East Coast where freezing temperatures are well below what we experience here in sunny California!  So when the 40's and 50's roll around in the forecast, I sadly push my tees and tanks to the back of the wardrobe until May, and start to stock up on cozy pullovers and wool scarves. It's kinda fun for a change, really!  The key to mastering winter style in California is to keep it fresh . It's super easy to get stuck in a rut of solids and stripes - but if you keep your winter style new and fresh, it's bound to perk you up like a good latte in January. Geometric patterns are a strong accent to any top, polka dots keep style spunky and young, and mixing colors and stripes is key to keeping it interesting. And don't you forget the power of a colorful, patterned scarf!    'JANE...

Labor Day weekend has passed us right up, the "back to school" commercials are circling the airwaves, and the sun is going to bed a little earlier every night - so you know that means summer is drawing to a close. Personally, I'm ok with it - and guest fashion blogger, Lauren Farnoosh , agrees with me, too! Miss Lauren is author of the sassy style blog 'Styled By Noosh' at  styledbynoosh.com , and here gives a few key fashion tips on layering up those fall fashions. Enjoy! . . . Transitioning from summer to fall can be an uncomfortable time. One minute it's cool and breezy, then suddenly scorching hot! Layering with lightweight clothing is an easy fix. I personally love wearing a jacket with some shorts or a skirt. This is the time of year when you can be really creative with your wardrobe and mix and match your summer and winter clothing together for fun and eclectic looks.  for more fab fashion tips head over to 'Styled By Noosh'...

Ok sweet blogosphere friends--welcome to the final few days of summer. I simply cannot believe it. As much as I'm an "autumn" spirit at heart, I have loved this last June, July, and August which have been filled with so many memorable adventures, highs, lows, loves, heartbreaks, and of course...lots and lots of summer shoes! As you'll be able to tell from the amount of blogging I have not done, it's been a very good summer! I'd say one of the BIGGEST highlights of the hot, hot, heat this summertime was my adventure to Las Vegas! Exactly 1 week before my little baby Hazel's 1st birthday, I hopped a plane and met my beloved cousin in Sin City. Not only was it one of the most relaxing vacations I've had, but it was the most money I've ever spent in one weekend - ha! I'm still mayyy-jorly loving my husband for not disowning me after he saw the receipts ( more on that story later! ). During my fab Vegas adventure, I had a few go-to shoes that I...

I have to admit that I am an autumn girl at heart. I love traipsing around in leather boots, scarves, a colorful knit beanie, sipping on hot cocoa and curling up in a coffee shop. Now, don't get my wrong, I love the summer too - mostly warm summer nights that allow me to keep my shorts and tank on at 9pm, and feel the warm summer breeze on my sun-kissed, sunblocked skin! But to be honest, I'm always stuck on what to wear in the summer. In beautiful SoCal, we get this phenom called "June gloom" and it is enough to drive a fashionista bonkers. It's cardigan weather up until the clouds burn off, around 11am or 12pm, and I'm left needing an entire outfit change! So basically, layers are my BFF. This summer, you can find me in 3 key things: 1) stripes 2) short shorts 3) flat sandals I majorly love these summertime outfit ideas from Piperlime - fun combos of stripes + lace, nude strappy heels and flat leather sandals, too. The Steve Madden 'Stecy...

As I enter my mid-thirties, the summers of wedding after wedding seem to be simmering down. It's really a darned shame too - not only do I LOVE weddings...the decor, dresses, cocktails and dancing 'til my feet hurt...but I love to go SHOPPING for a solid wedding guest dress. With a few weddings on the calendar this summer (YOW!), it's high time I break out my shopping shoes, and find a good guest dress. #1 on my list? This Long Sleeve Crepe Shift Dress by Wayf . With an entire collection of perfectly patterned and cut dresses at Nordstrom (also my go-to for wedding wear, please note!), this classic floral pattern tops the list. I'm also adoring this great polka dot pick by Wayf - great shape and style, and perfect with a bright heel or sandal.  And option number 3, is this perfectly pink little number, also from Wayf . At $59, this beauty can easily be dressed up with a chunky statement necklace, and a killer pair of black leather pumps. I'll take t...

I love Target. I mean, who doesn't? Where else can you get a re-stock on your paper towels, pick up a birthday card, an adorable cake stand for that new cupcake recipe you just tried out... and pick up an adorable pair of under-20-dollar shoes?! I know you agree. So every time Target pulls off another one of their designer collaborations, I just fall more and more in love with the big-box store. This month, Target is teaming up with designer Peter Pilotto , which has been on my stylish radar since last September. Launching in stores and online on February 9th (just a few days away, hooray!), this color-clad collection is at a friendly price range of about $14-$80. Preview the collection here ! I love the dashes of yellow, poppy, turquoise and lime green amidst the geometric black and white shapes on each piece from this fashion-forward designer. Busy patterns and stripes all accentuate the clean cut lines of Peter Pilotto's dresses and jumpers. You'll find women'...

One of this generation's most stylish actresses, Miss Zooey Deschanel, is making headlines this week. That gorgeous, blue-eyed brunette is slowly convincing me (and the rest of the world) that she can quite possibly do it all. Not only does this doll sing, act, and show off her sophisticated humor in every interview we see, but she's now teamed up with designer Tommy Hilfiger on a new clothing collaboration! Deschanel and Hilfiger found their dream team beat when the two met and started chatting on the topic of vintage clothing. This "new girl" to the fashion scene is now ready to make her Macy's debut on April 14 with the retro-inspired line of 14 dresses, affectionately called To Tommy From Zooey . The price point is friendly, at $98 to $199, and will eventually expand on tommy.com and Tommy stores in North America, Europe and Japan one week later, along with Deschanel-designed jewelry and handbags, too. Photos by Carter Smith and via  WWD I think yo...

I'm big into monthly memberships these days--from Birchbox to Lacquerous ,  Rent the Runway and my husband's new obsession with Dollar Shave Club --when there's a cute product or service out there that helps boost my fashion sense, I have to check it out! Plus, it's just too fun to get packages delivered to my doorstep each month, and I don't have to do any of the shopping or choosing! My latest find is HauteLegs --a monthly service that sends women 2-3 pairs of tights leggings, hosiery or socks every month. Customers sign-on, fill out a style profile and then voila!...receive beautiful, unique legwear. I tried the service out for 3-months and LOVED getting a new delivery each month!: hard to see here, but adorable leopard pattern. grey opaque, a classic!   ankle tights, for the daring only! I asked Monica, from the HauteLegs Headquarters, a few questions about the company:   HinH: Tell us a bit about HauteLegs and how you got started. HL...

I love where I live. Have I ever mentioned that? Ok ok ok, so Southern California is full of its downsides: traffic, overpopulation, high housing prices, over-botoxed girls, and too much stucco. But I'll be the first to admit that there's never a dull moment, never a lack of fun + beauty where I live. And this weekend is no different--the Orange County Fashion Association is puttin' on their high heels and spreading the fashion love all around the county with OC Fashion Week at the Artists Village in Santa Ana! All of the local stars and celebs will be out and about, and yours truly is beyond honored to be invited to cover the event, front row! Woohoo, holluh! I'm especially excited to cover Saturday's OC Born Fall '11/Winter '12 fashion show--featuring locally-grown Adolfo Sanchez , 'retro-futuristic' brand Dual Society , contemporary California brand MATTEBLACK , and high-fashion iCTZN . All of these peeps will be struttin' their stuff on the...

Why do I have to love Ms. Rachel Zoe so much? Ya think it's her consistently bright red lips, or her oversized fur coats, or maybe sassy, semi-stressed out attitude that makes her so endearing? Not sure, but whatever it is, sista's got STYLE. Check out her latest picks off Piperlime.com & let me count the ways that I adore her: photo courtesy of Piperlime.com 1) Elizabeth and James 'Codi' Jacket 2) J Brand Denim Leggings 3) Trina Turk Disco Ball skirt 4) Elizabeth and James 'Lyla' 5) Steve Madden 'Scandall' 6) Joie 'Higher and Higher' 7) Boutique 9 'Illy' 8) Calvin Klein 'Sally' Ahhhh...the list could go on and on! Enjoy, ladies! xoxo, holly in heels P.S. Just a few more days til my high heel giveaway is up ! Get it while it's hot!

Welcome Friday! Here's to another weekend, the last one in February to be exact... spring is inching nearer! Check out all the amazing blogs on this week's list - there is great inspiration here! undeniable style compiles her wishlist for a 'pretty in pink' living room. I'm in love... she has such a great eye for style! (find undeniable style on twitter !) second street east diy's a simple and stylish monogramed throw pillow. I love the sophisticated personal touch this adds to any room! (find second street east on twitter! ) a delightful design features kitchens with cabinets that reach the ceiling... this is a great look that is easily recreated for a custom look. These are some gorgeous kitchens! (find a delightful design on twitter !) a spot of whimsy gathers lots of lovely hair inspiration... my personal favorite are the soft and feminine braids. So pretty! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter !) holly in heels is chasing away winter blues with gorge...

Welcome to February... we are one month closer to spring, which is a very happy thought for me! Grab a cup of tea and settle in to this amazing link around up from the web this week... there is so much amazing inspiration for a winter day! yams designs has snow white on the brain and it's hard not to with all this white stuff on the ground... in honor of snow white, check out the fun red, yellow and blue inspiration board she pulled together. I love this! (get more of yams design on twitter !) holly in heels is already picking out her spring wardrobe... surprise, surprise, it involves some lovely shoes! Heels to be exact... check out her picks! (get more of holly in heels on twitter !) undeniable style pulls together three gorgeous casino night inspired outfits... the dresses and the accessories are just fabulous! (and psst... all the dresses are under $100!) (get more of undeniable style on twitter !) a delightful design gives us her favorite finds at overstock.com - I alwa...

It's sort of a winter-ish, windy day outside my window, but nonetheless, I'm excited for SPRING! No doubt we'll be seeing a whole lotta coral colors, lace textures, and neutral-toned shoes. Here are a few lil' items that are makin' me stoked on spring. The Hive & Honey Embroidered Sundress IS spring itself--radiant coral color and the embroidered detail are DELISH. Tinley Road makes this great, dainty and sorta hippie-inspired 'Sarahh' sandal . An easy-to-manage 3-inch heel and the multiple-strap ankle details are makin' this kick so so special! Elizabeth and James has done it again--check out the amazing olive color of this strappy thang: the 'Tari' sandal . A bit on the pricey side, but style just might be worth it! Dear Mia Shoes: don't make me do it...you are tempting meeee! The Mia Limited Edition 'Seville' wedge sandal is the perfect spring-in-your-step shoe. Ready for a day at the mall, walkin' on that breezy boardwal...

Fall is quickly approaching, people! Can you even believe it?! I feel like it was just yesterday that I was posting on the latest in summer sandals and espadrilles! This time of year indeed means most of us are wrapping up our summer vacations, getting ready for school to start, and making lots of those back-to-school shopping trips. Look on the bright side, though--just means you get to trade in your summery wedges for chic boots! This season, fall is inspired by 'English prep'--think skinny cargos, layered looks with fitted jackets & blazers on top, and sleek riding boots. Plus, neutrals and earthy-tones are all the rage! For example, we got these preppy & pretty Seychelles 'Bismuth' Booties --coated in distressed suede that gives them that boost of vintage-oxford. The 3 1/2" stacked heel is the perfect little lift you need to get you through the day in style. Great price, great fall bootie! And if you're longing for a little more leather up your leg...