Tomorrow begins a new year and I'm sure like me, you have about 10 resolutions.  One of the ten being lose ten pounds of cookie weight.  So get geared up for working out with some cute and warm wear.  It may be time to replace the basics so the new workout regiment won't cause so much injury.  

Get a new bra support, your "girls" need love and strength.

Stinky feet is so not sexy, time to get new socks.

Your tresses have had a bit of holiday over styling so use a cute headband to keep them out of your face and make you look great while sweating the ham off.

It's still winter so get a long sleeve shirt to warm your little arms while you pump them.

These will help you look stylish while workin' it:

C9 by Champion Running Bra - Rose ($16.99 at Target)

Merona Triple Roll Socks 6 Pk White One Size 9-11 ($6.39 at Target)

Xhilaration Head Warmer - Pink ($7.99 at Target)

C9 by Champion Compression Long Sleeve Tee - Blue Herald ($14.99 at Target)

trying to burn off circa 10 lbs. of butter, Anna KS

p.s. I look nothing like the model pictured here :\

Every winter my father-in-law complains that everyone looks so drab in muted colors.  And I agree, even though the winter becomes gray doesn't mean your wardrobe has to.  So take a tip from my favorite father-in-law and add a colorful piece to any of your basics. 

• Brightly colored skirts can add life to any gray tops.
• A brightly colored belt will make your black cardigan pop.
• Stay warm with a jewel toned sweater.
• And take a tip from my father-in-law get your man a bright hoodie and then yourself one to match.

I have a strong conviction about undies.  You should always have good ones.  Maybe this is because every time I left the house my mom would yell, "do you have a clean pair of underwear on?"  Her philosophy was that if you were ever in some kind of accident and the paramedics had to come get you, at least you would have nice underwear when you are taken to the hospital.  

I believe that what lies beneath effects how your feel about yourself.  Who is going to feel sexy or hot wearing undies that are old and holed.  When you put on a nice pair of underwear and bra suddenly your day is starting with your own sexy little secret.  And that secret is that you may look like a lamb on the outside really you got lion pants on.  

So go ahead and treat yourself to a new pair of lovely underwear to bring in the new year.  You'll thank me when you have that secret smile on your face that says, "Why yes I do have a party in my pants."

Affordable party favors:

Gillian & O'Malley Push Up Bra - Ebony ($19.99 at Target)

Gillian & O'Malley Womens Thong - Ebony ($7.99 at Target)

Gillian & O'Malley Reversible Bra - Purple Animal ($12.99 at Target)

You've been shopping for everybody else, wrapping gifts, and preparing holiday treats, but what about YOU?  Now that Christmas dinner is done and all the presents opened and maybe a few returned, what are you going to wear to New Year's Eve?  

Give some holiday cheer to yourself with a new dress and bring in the new year G-O-rgeous.

• Be sure to dress for the occasion; sweater dress for casual gatherings, dramatic strapless for night on the town.
• Get your self a new LBD.
• Try a fun print to ring in the new year.
• Don't for get sparkly accessory to get you noticed in the new year.

All under $40, you're wallet will be heavy but you will look fabulous:

Mossimo Black Women's Stripe Sweater Dress - Polar/Black ($29.99 at Target)

Xhilaration Juniors Scoopneck Dress - Black ($18.00 at Target)

Limited Edition Womens Woven Strapless Dress - Silver Birch ($31.99 at Target)

Xhilaration Juniors Dress - Purple Python Print ($24.99 at Target)

Rodarte for Target Juniors Crepe Slip Lace Dress - Black ($39.99 at Target)

Braided Cuff Bracelet - Goldtone ($12.99 at Target)

Looking good for a new year, Anna KS

Its the 23rd of December and an acquaintance just gave you a cute little gift.  The panic is on!  She was not on your list and now you feel the need to return the gesture.  Don't worry I have a few last minute ideas that are inexpensive and so lovely you may just feel the need to write a thank you card and put it under your own tree.

Cashmere hat, gloves or scarf so soft and warm.

A nice piece of jewelry.

Any girl loves a cute bag.

And the only place for a snuggie is on your pet, so get one for your new BFF one for her four legged best friend.

Merry Christmas to your budget with these items all under $20

Merona Cashmere Beret-Pink ($15.99 at Target)

Sterling Silver Diamond Accent Snowflake Pendant ($14.99 at Target)

Carlos Flchi for Target Small Hobo - Purple Collage ($19.99 at Target)

Snuggie For Dogs ($9.99 at Target)

saving your butt last minute, Anna KS

One of my favorite new shows is Glee.  Though I could never carry a tune in high school and still can't, I love all the playful songs and dancing. So deliciously scandalous, the memories of high school days long past seem fresh.  Like the time I decided that silver was the color I was going to wear. I went so far as to spray paint my boots silver.  Growing up in the midwest snow, let me tell you the paint doesn't stick.  Luckily Glee's fashions are more stylish.  So why not try out a few of these show choir fashions, you'll look Glee-tastic.  I however will keep my singing strictly to the shower.

Amazingly these can all be accomplished by the cardigan staple to match it with your jeans or you long neglected school girl skirt:

• Imitate conservative star Rachel by rocking some argyle.
• Quinn does angelic, well as angelic as a pregnant teen can be.
• Get punk with Tina.
• Finn's good looking and you will be too when you don some plaid.
• Look sweet in a cardigan like Ms. Pilsbury.

Sing for joy at these deals:

Juniors' Mossimo Supply Co. Boatneck Cardigan - Oxford Blue ($19.99 at Target)

Merona Women's Chasmazing Jacket - Polar Bear ($19.99 at Target)

Go International Striped Sweater - Pink/Ebony (pictured, $24.99 at Target)

Rodarte for Target Juniors Mesh Lace Cardigan- Black ($29.99 at Target)

Mossimo Supply Co. Juniors Plaid Cardigan - Red ($24.99 at Target)

Merona Women's Beaded Cardigan Sweater - Ebony ($18.99 at Target)

Loving my Guilty Glee Pleasure, Anna KS 

There used to be a fashion rule about not wearing white between Memorial Day and Labor day. That rule is out the window as head to toe white is a way to dazzle in winter.  So look like the snow bunny you know that is lurking inside of you.  Just get out your white clothes and be sure to remember these tips.

• Layer because you never know when that latté will attack, leaving you with a brown shirt instead of white.
• Complete the Aspen look with a pair of fur trimmed boots.
• Accessorize with a bold piece of jewlery.
• For easy sophistication slick your hair back to a ponytail.
• Your in your bright whites now put the shine in your face with a shimmer lotion.

You be bright-gorgeous with a little help:

Soap & Glory Glow Hydrating Shimmer Lotion (pictured, $9.99 at Target)

Hollywood Intuition Mixed Bracelet - Adorned Gold ($19.99 at Target)

Converse One Star Womens Chino - Oyster ($27.99 at Target)

Women's Mossimo Supply Co. Kate Faux Fur Boots - Natural ($24.99 at Target)

Anna KS

Just in time for Christmas Target has released its Rodarte designer line today Sunday December 20th. Celebs like Reese Witherspoon and Keira Knightly love these designers.  The designs for Target are sweet and lady like with a rock and roll edge.  And with prices ranging from $9.99 to $79.99, you can fall in love with these too (and still pay the rent).

I have always loved scarves, but this season  it seems as if there is a new batch of beautiful ones. I have to confess I have an arsenal of scarves hand knitted ones, sparkly ones, and colorful ones, but I'm always on the look out for a new one.  They are inexpensive and make any outfit look finished. 

And it seems as if all the stars are accessorizing with scarves too.  I recently say Hillary Duff on a grocery run looking fabulous with an oversized scarf.   So why not look lovely and stay warm with one of my favorite winter warmers. 

Your neck will thank you for it! And with these styles all under $15, you pocket book will too.  Hey why not give one away too!

Multi Words Wrap - Black ($14.99 at Target)

Merona Solid Wrap - Angus Pink ($12.99 at Target)

Hollywood Intuition Metallic Wrap - Silver ($14.99 at Target)

Xhilaration Floral Combo Wrap - Orange ($14.99 a Target)

You know one part of your body that gets a beating during the holidays it your feet.  You've been stomping around in the snow.  Sprinting down the aisles of store trying to get your last minute shopping done. Standing around doing your holiday baking. Then running your thighs after consuming half a dozen of those cookies, oh wait that's just me.  Anyway treat those feet, make them feel like the beautiful again.

• Insulate them with a a pair of boots.
• Show a little toe cleavage with a pair of peep toes.
• Give your feet a break with a pair of pattern flats.
• And when you get home keep your tootsies warm with an attractive pair of slippers.

Show appreciation to those feet with these styles:

Women's Mossimo Kalena Studded Moto Boots - Cognac (39.99 at Target)

Women's Glaze By Adi Slouchy Vampe Peep Toe Bootie ($34.99 at Target)

Women's Mossimo Supply Co. Odell Ribbon Ballet Flats - Black ($12.99 at Target)

MkLuk Nordic Shortie Boot - Brown ($24.99 at Target)

Keep your toes happy, Anna KS