The pleated skirt is a great look for Fall and Winter, but many women are afraid the style is unflattering. It's true that pleating does add bulk, but that doesn't mean you should shy away from all pleated styles. Here are a few tips to wear it well:

• Look for a style that is made of a nice, draping material like jersey so it skims your body, rather than adding bulk. If you are slimmer, go for the heavier, firmer fabrics to give your shape some volume
• Choose styles with a straight waist band where the pleating begins 3-6 inches below.
• Pair with a top that is fitted and shorter (no long tunics) or add a waist length swing jacket.
• In general, pleated skirts tend to look more conservative, so balance the look with a turtleneck or mock turtleneck top and opaque tights.

Fall Favorites

So we seem to be a bit behind in getting our Fall Newsletter posted - Back To School hit us really hard this year and we have been extremely busy.

So what do you need this Fall? We all know gray is the color of the season as well as richer teals, burnt orange, gold and purple. Modern prints and feminine dresses are still big. Glam is all the rage and metallics are showing up in fabric and bags. Patent leather is still a big hit with shoes, handbags and skinny belts. The focus is on sleeves such as lantern, bell and flutter. Fashion jackets are a must as well as cozy cover ups.

Our top picks from New Arrivals:


Color Block Tunic $29 Autumn Jacket $42 Drape Neck Dress $32

Countdown to Fall

Fall is just around the corner and it's going to be an exciting season. We are just beginning to see new arrivals and are placing orders for some great merchandise that we think will please the most discerning fashionista (and the wallet). We will feature several new lines and are focusing on feminine, eclectic style. This season is all about finding your own niche in the fashion landscape and expressing yourself. Patterns will take on a more worldly and geometric edge and colors will be rich and earthy with a lot of deep purple, grey, rust, gold and soft neutrals. Silhouettes will remain feminine with full sleeves and blouson shapes and the slimming A-line. We will also see some menswear influences with neater proportions and modern styling.