When we spotted some of our favorite fashion-forward icons are rocking the same trend, we took notice!  Beyonce, Alessandra Ambrosio, Alicia Keys and Tracee Ellis Ross have all been spotted wearing Isabel Marant’s Wedge Sneaker. And occasionally, we too like to trade in our five-inch platform pumps for a pair of chic sneakers. We love that the high-top wedge sneakers trend features a concealed heel, so we can keep the extra height (yet walk a little more comfortably). The Isabel Marant‘s are pretty much sold out everywhere but we’ve been on a mission to find alternative versions...  Read More..

Shop today’s best online sample & flash sales at Gilt, Gilt City – New York, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Mintbox, Rent the Runway and more. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! AHA Life: Argentine Leather Unisex Bags Belle & Clive: Yves Saint Laurent, Fendi, Design History, Linea Pelle, John Varvatos, Pour la Victoire Beyond the Rack: Tory Burch,...  Read More..

Shop today’s top online sample & flash sales at Gilt, Gilt City – New York, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Mintbox, Rent the Runway and more. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! AHA Life: Bring the Stars into Your Home this Holiday Beyond the Rack: Shipping is free: Dream in Style, Dolce & Gabbana, Hilary Radley, Splendid Pearls, Ben Sherman, DeLonghi,...  Read More..

Shop today’s best online sample & flash sales at Gilt, Gilt City – New York, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Mintbox, Rent the Runway and more. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! AHA Life: Moore & Giles Rugged Leather Bags for Men Beyond the Rack: Buffalo, Grenier, One 2 One, Michael Antonio, Make Love Not Trash and Monster 3YC, Spiegelau and Portmeirion,...  Read More..

After hearing all of the Missoni for Target online ordering horror stories and tons of tales of canceled orders, I guess I can consider myself lucky. I snagged some items from the pop-up shop in NYC on Fashion’s Night Out, plus I managed to order some more stuff when the website wasn’t crashing. This cardigan was one of my online orders and now that I have it, I wished I had ordered two. It’s so comfortable – perfect to wrap yourself in on a chilly Fall day. I already know I’m going to live in it this season. Did you score any Missoni for Target? Which items did you...  Read More..

Fall for the season’s hottest fashion and accessories in this classic, neutral hue. Go for classic silhouettes, like a dolman sleeved cape or unadorned tote bag, or edgier accessories like a camel studded wrap watch or perforated brass cuff. And get in on the season’s haute trend – colorblock – with a mixed media loafer in a mixed hue. Shop our chic, camel-colored finds, below: 1. Hillary Radley Jacket, Dolman Sleeve Empire Waist Cape, reg. $220, on sale $169.99, macys.com 2. Brixton Pack bowler hat, $44, Zappos 3. ‘Keep Rockin’ Multi Stone Frontal Necklace,...  Read More..

As part of its Shoelaborations series, Nine West partners with various designers to create capsule collections of shoes and accessories. The first designer in the series was Sophie Theallet; next up is British designer Giles Deacon. Deacon previously designed for luxury fashion brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Bottega Veneta, with celebrity clientele including Gwen Stefani, Gwyneth Paltrow and Kate Moss, and now he’s brought his eclectic and quirky fashion sense to Nine West. The ‘”Giles Deacon for Nine West’” collection launched today, and it’s a fabulously...  Read More..

It takes a lot (like, a village) to get us out of our heels and into a pair of sneakers (aside from working out, of course). Very few brands have been able to do so – Ash, Reebok and Puma to name a few. And now – Nine West. Nine West has been a mainstay in our closets since, like high school, and every season we add more of its shoes to our collection. Next Spring we’ll be able to add sneakers as well, since the company just entered into a licensing agreement with Philip Simon Brands Group Inc. to develop a line of fashionable sneakers. The collection will debut at FFANY this...  Read More..

Lucky Magazine challenged a group of its Alpha Shoppers, including me, to create a piece of statement jewelry using materials found at Michaels. As a former jewelry and handbag designer, and all-around crafty person, I was up for the task. The real challenge was limiting myself to creating only one statement piece! With my $50 gift card in hand, I headed out on a shopping trip to Michaels. It took about an hour to browse the entire section of beads. I finally settled on creating a necklace out of a turquoise and gold metal plate, turquoise-colored howlite teardrop-shaped ‘beads’,...  Read More..

I’m always surprised that as girly and sexy as Victoria’s Secret is, you can find so many edgy camo-print items. I got this camo-print dress last summer, and after that, this pair of camo-print London Jeans. I love the versatility of camouflage – you can wear it with white and black of course, or any color of the rainbow. I usually prefer it with red, but I thought this bright orange cardi would strike an interesting balance with the camo print. Read more “In My Haute Closet” Share and Enjoy  Read More → Read More..

Dear What’s Haute, I’m having an island wedding this summer and I would like a pop of color under my dress. I’m looking for a coral or turquoise pump or sandal that is around 3″ or less and I would prefer not to spend an arm and a leg. Can you please give me some suggestions? Sincerely, Destination bride -Dear Destination bride, Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! It’s always fun to add a pop of color to an all-white ensemble when you get married. And a bright pair of shoes is the right way to go! We found eight pairs of evening-style shoe options for you, in...  Read More..

Shop today’s best online sample & flash sales at Gilt, Gilt City – New York, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Mintbox, Rent the Runway and more. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! AHA Life offers 1 New Discovery. Every 24 Hours. 100% Inspiring. In order to join, please email me at editor (at) whatshaute (dot) com: Optimize Me: Boutique Spring Cleaning Kit Ajaline:...  Read More..

Stand over and above in the Spring essential – the sky-high wedge sandals. We told you before that wedge sandals were one of the must-have shoes for the season. From wood and cork bases, to leather, suede and canvas uppers, we’ve rounded up the top 15 of these leg-lengthening, sexy, comfy and all-around cute shoes. Shop sky-high Spring wedges below: Pictured above: Nine West ‘Braxton’ Wedge Sandal, $99.95, NORDSTROM.com; Moschino Cheap & Chic Clear Heel Wedge, $580, NORDSTROM.com; SCRIPT Natural Linen High Vamp Peep Toe Platform Wedges, $140 Christian Louboutin...  Read More..

Shop today’s best online sample & flash sales at Gilt, Gilt City – New York, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Mintbox, Rent the Runway and more. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! AHA Life offers 1 New Discovery. Every 24 Hours. 100% Inspiring. In order to join, please email me at editor (at) whatshaute (dot) com: Dress Me: Cajonos Showpieces Designed by...  Read More..

On the heels of New York, London, Paris & Milan fashion weeks, we’re naturally thinking of fashion, accessories, and shoes. And although we’ve just previewed Fall trends, with warmer weather approaching we’re eyeing what’s haute for Spring and Summer. Based on this season’s trends, we’ve rounded up the 4 must-have shoes that you’ll need for the season. Take a look: 1. The Sculptural Heel Like handbags, shoes can make your outfit. A really special sculptural heel can take center stage, whether you’re dressing up or down. Diane von Furstenberg...  Read More..

Shop today’s best online sample & flash sales at Gilt, Gilt City – New York, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Mintbox, Rent the Runway and more. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beauty Story is a free, highly exclusive and invitation-only sample sale site. In order to join, please email me at editor (at) whatshaute (dot) com: The Beauty Blowout Beyond...  Read More..

Shop today’s best online sample sales at Gilt, Gilt City – New York, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Mintbox, Rent the Runway and more. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Avelle & Bag Borrow or Steal Private Sale: WlN a Juicy Couture Hobo + Shop 150 new Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Carlos Falchi, Coach, Tory Burch + more! Beauty Story is a free, highly exclusive...  Read More..

There’s something about menswear that has appealed to women for several seasons now. Whether single or taken, the ladies adore the “borrowed from your boyfriend” look and we must say that we do too. We’ve picked out a few our our absolute favorite menswear-inspired fashion pieces that mix both masculine and feminine details and can be worn for both casual and evening occasions. The key is to choose oversized yet fitted and tailored items like this shirt by Elizabeth and James and statement pieces like this lust-worthy MICHAEL KORS watch in rose gold. This fall, try the...  Read More..