From the creator of Fresh Ayer & Kat Bradley comes a new guide to fashion...
The cold weather has arrived and fortunately so have chunky sweaters, scarves and wraps. Right now it is all about warm and cozy functional fashion. To wear this look well put the focus on one chunky piece rather then many. You want to drape yourself not swallow yourself.
Wrap your way to warmth with these one size fits all styles. Solids are great but for a little more adventure try our classic houndstooth or Persian print! (both reversible)
Drape yourself in luxurious knits. Long open cardigans in chunky knits are in store now from designers like Eileen Fisher and Glenmont Designs.
Jessica Simpson in a beige cape, Kim Kardashian in Houndstooth and blanket sweater from ADAM's fall ready to wear show.
This holiday season pair your favorite classic dress with layers of long necklaces. 
* You can customize your look by pairing chunky colorful styles with more basic metallics like Sarah Jessica or go more streamlined by sticking with different textures in a solid gold or silver like Jennifer Aniston.
Do you ever look at your outfit in the mirror and feel like there's something missing? Are you looking for an extra pop of color, or just a little more texture to take your look over the edge? Consider a triangle scarf. They're one of the hottest trends for the season, and they bring a wonder of shape, texture, and color to any top. They're an amazing accessory for stylizing a solid tee or sweater, and there's so many ways to wear them!
Step One: Lay the scarf across your chest, with the thickest part of the scarf pointing down in the center. Let the two ends drape across your shoulders and down your back.
Step Two: Reach back and grab each end of the scarf in your alternate hand. Pull both ends so they cross over the back of your neck.
Step Three: Drape both ends over the front of your shoulders and let them hang down on either sides of the scarf's center.
Why cotton gauze? It is breathable (natural fibers), lightweight, washable and looks fabulous on! (all styles are lined against transparency)
Styles: So far two of the four styles for spring/ summer 2011 have arrived,
The Tulip Top: This design was inspired by the tulip flower with its overlapping petals. The layered short sleeve is stylish and flirty while still offering a little coverage. The two-piece petal design in the back acts as a natural vent, breathing cool air over your back. Don't worry, it is stitched down in key places so that it won’t blow open. The fit through the front is loose and flowing. This style grabs you coming and going!
The Peasant Blouse: Our take on this traditional style offers a loose flowing sleeve that looks and feels relaxed. You can tie the front strands together or leave them open for a more relaxed look. The beads are pressed metal. The gathering just under the hips gives you a fullness around the tummy while maintaining a feminine shape.
We have all struggled to find that perfect bathing suit that will flatter our curves and looking for a suit in sizes XL to 3X makes the decision that much more difficult. The trick is to find a suit that flatters your curves without clinging. Here are the top five things I look for in a bathing suit.
this detail adds texture to the suit with out bulk and is more forgiving then a thin layer of spandex.
details that emphasize the waist are particularly good.
The perfect cover-up – weather it is a sarong or tunic it is important for your cover-up to compliment the color and style of your suit. Shapeless muumuus over a cute bathing suit are not a good look.