Passion For Pretty is here to dish on her love for fashion and share with us a few of her top wardrobe picks for spring! Be sure to check out her fabulously over the top blog for fashion, beauty, and celebrity gossip enthusiasts to manifest their obsessions.

I have a passion for all things pretty. I LIVE for moments to garnish my body in fabulous high/low finds, nothing puts a pep in my step like an haute ensemble – shoes, outfit, and accessories (yes, including makeup)! I feel invincible when I am in love with my look, sashaying through the world and stopping traffic as I go. I love the power of fashion…am I the only one obsessed? *blink* If not, equally minded fashion and beauty enthusiasts can get a quick fix at Passion for Pretty.

I am uber excited every year as March approaches; I can start to feel spring in the air! I begin my finding pieces that bridge the gap between the two seasons and build up my wardrobe from there. Above are 3 pieces (selected separately, not as an outfit) chosen from my closets that have made my “spring cut”:

1. Statement pieces are the easiest way to glam up an outfit. A chunky bangle, eye-catching earrings, a stunning cocktail ring; whatever your poison, go hard! This bracelet, ring, and earring trio is from Lia Sophia.

2. LBD, period. I love this Cap Sleeve Control Dress, $69-$79, by Shape FX! (it’s currently in the cleaners) The flattering neckline, simple cut, built-in mesh power slip (get excited), and silicone gripper hem to prevent ride-up. The simplicity of the LBD allows me to create unlimited looks based on my shoe/accessory selections.

3. A multi-seasonal shoe is the best shoe! My Finsbury Mary Janes by L.A.M.B. work well with tights in the winter and I am looking forward to pairing them with nude fishnets for the spring or a straight leg pant.

Now on the count of 3, go see what makes your “spring cut”. 1, 2, 3…….

Smooches & Quick Claps

*image from ShapeFX

We could go on for days with reasons why we love Kelly Ripa. She’s funny, charming, intelligent, and oh SO stylish. Which is why we were thrilled to find the shirt she wore on Monday’s Live with Regis & Kelly in our Salemails this morning!

Click here to view the Fashion Finder video.

This adorable Marc by Marc Jacobs Silk Cherry Blossom Jacquard Top is 40% off at Bloomingdales!

Original price: $198, Now: $118

So not only is the top Kelly-worthy, but this deal is just too good to pass up! Snag one for yourself before it’s too late…

Happy Shopping!

It doesn’t even matter what top you wear – throw on this skirt and you’re ready to party. The colors and chunky sequins are gorgeous, and the elastic waistband is both forgiving and flattering.  Not to mention it’s 60% off.

LaROK – there is no question you make a mean, mean mini…

LaROK Ombre Sequins Skirt, Reg: $288, Now: $115.20

What’s better than a Zac Posen outfit? You may be answering “nothing” to this question in your head…

It’s true – there are very few things that have equivalent impact in the fashion world. Only problem is Zac’s creations typically range around $1000 and up (way up). Until now! Introducing Z Spoke – a sporty and affordable line designed by Mr. Posen himself, which is being sold exclusively at Saks Fifth Avenue. The best part? Prices start at just $78!

Here are a few looks we’re loving from the collection:

From Left: Crocheted Sweater with Poplin Tie-front Blouse, Matte Silk Judith Dress with Obi Belt, & Double Knit Curve Dress

View the entire Z Spoke line here. Which look is your fave?

Fashion shows are full of outfits you want to wear right off the runway, especially from ready-to-wear collections. However, even in these collections you’ll see some interesting styles that you might not be quite ready to wear just yet. For now, they’re just fun to look at. Spork Fashion’s Alyse Wax is here to share their favorite wacky fashions from the New York and London fall collections. Be sure to check out Spork Fashion to learn about new, emerging, and indie fashion designers.

Over at SporkFashion.com, we focus on indie and emerging fashion designers, but that doesn’t mean that we don’t love the big runway shows, where established names can afford to go over-the-top.  While the true theatrics don’t get underway until the couture shows, ready-to-wear offered some weird, wonderful, and wacky pieces.  Below are some of our favorites from the New York and London fall collections.

Vivienne Westwood – Too timid to let it all hang out?  Vivienne Westwood can help you out with her t-shirt sporting a pair of photo-realistic breasts across the front.  Be prepared for flushed faces, stammered speech, and a shifting gaze.

Todd Lynn – Big shoulders got bigger at Todd Lynn’s London show – and they sprouted fur.

L.A.M.B. – A conservative button-down blouse and black slacks are not exactly the L.A.M.B. way.  Gwen Stefani spiced it up with a vintage-style garter belt.  It looks like it came from Madonna’s Blonde Ambition Tour costume rack

Unique – This London label lives up to its name with a warm, cozy, layered collection.  Perfect for cold November evenings, or a Where the Wild Things Are reenactment.

Louise Gray – It’s a coat! It’s a shawl!  It’s a quilt!  Snuggies go high end with Louise Gray’s eclectic hobo-boho look.

Meadham Kirchhoff – The first thing you notice about this ensemble is the near-opaque veil topped with a bright pink crown.  But poke around, and you will find all sorts of odd quirks: nylon harem pants, peep-toe clogs (with socks, of course), and some hot pink accents that defy description.

Betsey Johnson – The always lovable Betsey Johnson took the wild west theme to a whole new plane of existence.  Old-fashioned long johns are topped off by saloon-style dresses made in a revolver print.  No outlaw’s outfit would be complete without a six-shooter, badge, and a “stick-em-up” mask.

About Alyse Wax: A native of Los Angeles, Alyse has turned her obsessive need to shop into something productive with her Spork Empire: SporkFashion.com, SporkBeauty.com, and SporkLiving.com.  When she isn’t shopping, she is a television producer and writer.  Alyse’s TV credits include Big Brother, Style Star, and Penn & Teller: Off the Deep End.  Her articles have appeared in Teen People magazine, Hollywood.com, and FearNet.com.  She lives in Los Angeles with a house full of boys: one husband, two dogs, and a rabbit.  They live walking distance to a mall.

Rebecca Minkoff bags make regular appearances on the likes of Agyness Deyn, Alexa Chung, and tons more Hollywood starlets. Let’s face it — we’re all kind of obsessed.

This one is a super steal for $147. The color is sophisticated, and the red lizard and subtle studs make this clutch stand out. It’s quite similar to the one Michelle Trachtenberg is wearing below.

I saw not one, not two, but SEVEN sale Rebecca Minkoff bags in my Salemail today. If you haven’t already, check your Salemail now so you don’t kick yourself later. They’re going fast!

Rebecca Minkoff Infatuation Clutch, Reg: $245, Now: $147

We’re excited to announce this week’s four fab new Trendsetters. Welcome to the Shop It To Me community!

agirl2shop4u is for those who have a LOVE for fashion but can’t always pay the price – with discussions and tips on finding affordable fashion…

Fell 4 Fashion is a blog that follows the daily wear of Danielle as she journeys through work life & living in Atlanta!

Dress like your favorite female musicians with the help of Steal Her Style – find exact items they’ve worn and style guides to steal the look.

Joobeelicious is a personal style blog for random thoughts, an outlet to share enthusiasm for fashion, photography, art, lifestyle, health, and culture.

*Want to be a Shop It To Me Trendsetter? Email trendsetters@shopittome.com with a link to your fashion or lifestyle blog to apply!

If I was playing Taboo, words I’d use to describe Kate Spade would include “adorable”, “charming”, and “whimsical”.  And these colorful enamel bangles just about sum that up.

At 50%-off, these bangles are the perfect accent to make any spring outfit a bit more fun!  Adding this pop of color on your wrist is guaranteed to make others smile.

Kate Spade Bangles:

Idiom Wide Enamel Bangle – Original $98, Now $48.90

Idiom Medium Enamel Bangle - Original $78, Now $38.90

As our 10,000 twitter followers mark draws near, we figured why not take the opportunity to celebrate?!

We’re excited to announce the Shop It To Me Tweepstakes! From now until we hit the big 5 digits we’d like to offer you a chance to win one of ten mystery gift cards – priced anywhere from $5 to $50 from shops including Saks, Shopbop.com, Starbucks, iTunes, and more!

For a chance to win:

• Follow @shopittome

• Tweet the following: “Follow @shopittome! Mystery giftcard me: {fill in your personal style philosophy in 7 words or less}. http://bit.ly/cWf98p #sitmgiveaway”

• For example tweets click here.
  

Once we hit the 10,000 mark we will select 10 winners from the tweets. You could be one of them!

Just tweet and repeat once daily for additional entries.

Good luck and Happy Shopping!

While we are all style-minded, each of us gals at Shop It To Me has our own unique philosophy when it comes to fashion. So you can get to know us better, we’d like to break it down for you!

Tamra: Dress like champagne: chic, optimistic, palatable!

Natalie: I’m clothing-budget challenged.

Francie: Everything looks better with heels.

Laura: Think outside the (shoe) box.

Kelly: I prefer classic to trendy.

Angel: Mix and match the unexpected.

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*For the Shop It To Me Tweepstakes, example tweets would be:

“Follow @ShopItToMe! Mystery giftcard me: I’m clothing-budget challenged. http://bit.ly/cWf98p #SITMGiveaway”

OR

“Follow @ShopItToMe! Mystery giftcard me: Everything looks better with heels. http://bit.ly/cWf98p #SITMGiveaway”