This time of year it is all about lists. Lists of holiday must haves, (see last week’s blog!), list of presents for the whole family, lists of ingredients for holiday feasts, lists of who has been naughty or nice, etc etc. So for today’s blog we decided to make a list of our fave online websites. And this is especially important right before the holidays when so many of us are shopping online from the comfort of our own homes. And the sales are getting better and better each day! So check out our list and get shopping!!

1. Revolveclothing.com – for fun, on trend clothes that can’t always be found in department stores.

2. Neimanmarcus.com – always a favorite!!

3. Renttherunway.com – if you don’t feel like spending hundreds of dollars on holiday fashions, check out this site where you can rent high end designer duds at a minimal price!

4. dvf.com – for THE BEST wrap dresses!

5. ramybrook.com – for sexy and chic pieces that will make you feel like a million bucks for girls night out!

6. jennifermillerjewelry.com – for cool jewelry that is either fine or faux…really affordable or totally worth the splurge!

7. calypsostbarth.com – beachy and bohemian styles for tropical destinations.

8. jcrew.com – for great basics and (believe it or not) FABULOUS jewelry!

9. blackhalo.com – for the perfect sheath! We love the Jackie O styles!

10. bluefly.com- one of the original online designer discount sites. Super sales!

As we head into holiday season, (how is it almost Thanksgiving, Chanukah, and Christmas already?) we have decided to put out a list of our Holiday 2014 MUST HAVES! These items are some of our fave gift giving ideas for this holiday season while others are personal must haves to treat ourselves for being good all year! So check out our list and let us know some of your must haves too!! Enjoy!

HOLIDAY MUST HAVES 2014

1. Jo Malone Candles

2. Saint Laurent Rings

3. Missoni Towels

4. Hermes Enamel Bracelets

5. Mrs. Prindable’s Gourmet Caramel Apples

6. C Wonder Monogrammed Jewelry Box

7. Tory Burch slippers

8. Chanel Glossimer lipglosses

9. Burberry Scarves

10. Rachel Zoe Faux Fur Vests at QVC.com

We love it when fashion geniuses take a couple of cool trends and combine them together to create a single fabulous piece.  Introducing color blocked, and furry outerwear!  We have always been big fans of fur vests and we love rocking color blocked outfits. Now put the two trends together and you have instant glamour!  And we also love it when you can purchase fun trends on a budget.  So whether you are ready to splurge on this exciting new “duo trend’ or save and get one at a really good deal, we encourage you to try it.  After all a duo is always better than one!

Throwback Plaid Pic! Mad For Plaid during our Tufts University days!

PLAID is back in style this Fall season and while we have always been big fans of this often returning trend, we are loving it even more than ever! Plaid’s strong presence in fashion this year is different than seasons past. Not only are plaid prints being shown on shirts, scarves, coats and pajamas, but they are turning up on dresses, shoes and fabulous handbags! While Burberry has kept this trend alive for years and years, many designers have followed suit and embraced this fun style. Whether you’re dressing casual for a fun day with friends, or planning a night out on the town, plaid can be the go to item in your wardrobe. This popular print comes in many shapes, sizes and colors, so it’s time to have fun with this versatile look and get MAD FOR PLAID!!!!

Hugo Boss

MARC by Marc Jacobs

Altuzarra

Manolo Blahnik

Lela Rose

One of the first things we learned in grade school was that Christopher Columbus discovered America in 1492.  We learned about The Nina, The Pinta, and The Santa Maria!  We learned many wonderful historical tidbits back then but what they forgot to tell us about were the FABULOUS sales that happen on Columbus Day year after year in modern times!! Now no one loves a good sale more than The Style Duo! But be warned. It’s easy to fall in to the trap of buying tons of stuff you don’t need or really want just because the price is good. So take this tip from us. When you see something that is a great steal but you are a little unsure about whether to buy it, ask the salesgirl to hold it for you for about an hour. Leave the store and if you are still thinking about that item after some time passes and feel like you have to have it then by all means go back and buy it. If you have totally forgotten all about it and have moved on to something else, well then you have your answer. And for those of you who can’t get to the stores tomorrow, have no fear. Online shopping sales are just as exciting and second to only Cyber Monday sales. So go ahead, explore and discover some treasures tomorrow just like Christopher Columbus did many years ago!

So what’s a New York fashionista to do when all of the hoopla surrounding fashion week winds down here in the Big Apple? Get excited for fashion week in Paris, of course! Now if buying a ticket and flying overseas to fashion heaven is out of the question, have no fear. Splashed all across social media and fashion magazines are pics of the most stylish looks straight from the runways. This year, the trends were so hot, hot, hot for Spring 2015, just getting inspired by them will help brace us for the winter chill that is right around the corner. Here are some of our faves from last week’s shows!

Yellow is a hot color for Spring 2015 and this canary Emanuel Ungaro jumpsuit can brighten any day.

Lace and transparent dresses with a play on textures were stunners on the Valentino runway.

Givenchy and Balmain were not the only designers holding on to a trend from season’s past. Cut-outs are back and sexier than ever for Spring 2015.

Watch for WHITES! Love this minimalistic cropped pant and tank from one of our fave designers PORTS 1961.

From floppy hats to groovy prints, 1970s inspired looks graced the Spring 2015 catwalks.

Take a group of notable and gorgeous people and put them together in one of the most magical cities in the world and there you have George Clooney’s wedding! As we all await to see the beautiful pics of Amal in her wedding gown as she married the ultimate (and most handsome) bachelor ever, we have gotten glimpses of some of their stylish guests. They were dressed to the nines and proved that wearing stunning colors and fabulous accessories never goes out of style. This is something we all can remember when we go to special events…that they are called “SPECIAL” events for a reason. This means indulging on a great blowout or wearing the metallic heels you have been hiding away in your closet. It means splurging on a fabulous new dress and rocking it with confidence! Laugh, live, rejoice and do it all in style!!

Temps are slowly going down. So it’s time to get COZY! And this Fall there are great chunky knits, gorgeous capes and snuggly wraps to keep us warm and toasty.

Capes, wraps, faux fur vests and ponchos are all great investments for Fall.  You can wear them over something simple like a long sleeve tee and jeans and feel fabulous!  And chunky knits are great over a lightweight shirt because it’s all about layering this time of year.

So here are a few of our faves to keep you cozy this Fall!

Kate Spade Cape

Burberry Wrap

Haute Hippie Plaid Chunky Sweater

Belle Fare Fox Fur-Trimmed Cashmere Capelet in Wine

Missoni poncho

6 Shore Road faux fur vest