Happy Birthday Off 5th!

Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th at the Legends Outlets is celebrating the first anniversary of their Kansas City location.

They are celebrating with 3 days full of fun events. On Sunday the 29th, I will be at the store giving free styling consultations from 1-4 PM. Come on out and let me help you get your fall wardrobe started!

Customers who shop on Sunday will also get a complimentary Saks Off 4th Tote and a Nail Polish set.

Here is a full list of all the fun events that will be happening at Saks Off 5th July 27-29th:

FIRST ANNIVERSAY EVENTS AT SAKS FIFTH AVENUE OFF 5TH:

Back-to-School Party – Friday, July 27 2012 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
The first anniversary celebration kicks off with a Back-to-School shopping and family fun event open to the public at Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, co-sponsored by KC Parent magazine.

• FREE Face Painting: Enjoy FREE activities and entertainment with face painting offered throughout the event for kids’ of all ages by Pigment Pie.
• Sheridan’s Frozen Custard Sundae Bar: Cool off with complimentary refreshments for a day of Back-to-School shopping, including a FREE ice cream sundae bar from Sheridan’s Frozen Custard with several toppings to pick and choose from.
• More Treats: Enjoy Topsy’s popcorn and other sweet treats.

“Best New Boutique” Party & Sporting KC Pre-Game – Saturday, July 28 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
As the winner of “Best New Boutique 2012” by 435 South Magazine, join Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH to celebrate with a pre-party event before the Sporting KC game.

• Shop and Sip: Browse the latest fall fashions in-store and enjoy tailgate themed refreshments and drinks, including complimentary mini-sliders, beer, wine and specialty cocktails.
• Sporting KC Ticket & OFF 5TH Giftcard Giveaway: Prizes! As a thank you for the support this first year, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH will host a drawing for five pairs of Sporting KC tickets.In addition, enter to win Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH gift cards in a drawing of up to $250!
• Pre-Game Beats: A live deejay will keep the mood festive before the Sporting KC match.

FREE Fashion Consultation with Style Spies – Sunday, July 29 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Receive free style consultations with nationwide consultant agency, Style Spies at our first anniversary shopping and style event.

• FREE Style Consultations: Shop the latest trends in fall fashion with mannequins styled by Kansas City Style Spies’ consultant, Melanie Knopke. FREE fall fashion shopping advice and a style consultation to fit any individual lifestyle, budget and personality needs.
• Sweet Shopping Snacks: Enjoy free assorted cookies as you shop during the event.
• OFF 5TH Mini Totes: As a thank you, each guest will be given a complimentary Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH mini tote and nail polish set.

Find extended savings and rewards with your Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH MORE! Rewards card. This membership card offers exclusive benefits with no purchase necessary to join. Sign-up for a MORE! Rewards card at Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH locations, including the Legends Outlets Kansas City store or visit www.off5th.com/more

Take me away on a vacay!

I styled a news segment this morning with fun, beach friendly fashions from The Legends Outlets Kansas City. Makes me want to pack my bags and head to the beach!

Spring trends (and some great budget finds!)

I did two news segments the past few weeks featuring Spring trends...with fun items like pleated maxi skirts, cropped tops and sweaters, white lace, pattern, and of course COLOR, COLOR, COLOR!

Rainy Day Fashion Segment
featuring items from The Legends Outlets Kansas City and One Nineteen

on Tracy:

All items from Standard Style Boutique in One Nineteen Shops

Diane Von Furstenberg Blouse $ 265

Mother Jeans $185

Rebecca Taylor Trench $ 428

Elizabeth & James Shoes $350

on Susan:

From Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Paige White Denim $119.99

Sperry Boots

Threads Top $59.99

Indigo Denim trench from Banana Republic Factory Store

on Lannette:

From Flirt Boutique in One Nineteen Shops

Tank $30

Skirt $45

Accessories from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Marc Jacobs Bag $314

Lucky Brand Sandals $59.99

Bangles and Necklace also from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Spring Trends Segment

On Barbara

All clothing and accessories are from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Top $59.99

Vigoss Jeans $54.99

Cole Haan Bag $284

all jewelry and accessories also from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

on Jackie

All clothing and accessories are from the Banana Republic Factory Store

Dress $119.99

Belt $39.99

on Ashlen

All clothing and accessories are from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Pleated Maxi Skirt $79.99

Cropped Sweater $49.99

If you are interested in my styling or personal shopping services, visit stylespies.com for more information.



Find Your Fashion...

This Wednesday Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth at the Legends Outlets is hosting an exclusive shopping event to kick off this years Duck Derby! The Duck Derby has moved to Schlitterbahn water park, and it will be a fun way to welcome the derby to the Legends neighborhood.

From 5-8PM, you will have the opportunity to shop for yourself while giving back to the Children's TLC community. 5% of the proceeds from the evening will go to the Duck Derby, and you also have the first chance to buy ducks for the Derby. Shoppers who spend $250 or more will also get 2 complimentary passes to Schlitterbahn for the Summer 2012 season.

Wednesday is also the kickoff to "Find your Fashion" and the chance to win one of 3 incredible prize packages. I am so thrilled to be a part of one of the these amazing shopping sprees! The second place winner will get a $500 gift card and a consultation with me as well as 2 hours of personal shopping with yours truly. I am so excited to help the lucky winner put together an amazing spring wardrobe! There are 3 easy ways to enter...

I will be at the Saks event on Wednesday night, I hope to see some of you there!

Let The Madness Begin...

Today is the day! The NCAA Men's Basketball tournament begins. Our family gets kind of crazy about the whole thing; with a bracket challenge which gets VERY competitive. I actually won last year! Here's hoping to good luck this year as well!

I did a fun news segment this week showing how to dress with "Team Spirit" without looking like you stepped out of the college bookstore. Kansas City is a huge basketball town, with 3 REALLY good teams going to the tournament this year. I styled looks for KU, Mizzou and K-State using school colors as my inspiration. Who says you can't cheer on your team and look good while doing it?

KU Girls:

On Victoria

James Perse Blouse $80 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Paige Denim $119 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Cole Haan Cross Body Bag $139 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Scarf $69.99 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Shoes by Lucky Brand from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

On Lucy

Tank $39 from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Joe's Cigarette Skinny Jeans $99 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Michael Kors Cross Body Bag $128 Saks Fifth AVenue Off Fifth

Shoes $109 and Jewelry from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

MU Girls:

On Sarah

Black Shirtdress $69.99 from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Big Buddha Clutch $39 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Shoes and Jewelry from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

On Margo
Gold Tank $44.99 Banana Republic Factory Store

Eyelet Shorts $44.99 Banana Republic Factory Store

Gap Outlet Wedge Sandals $49.99

 Cole Haan Cross Body Bag $164 from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

K-State Girls:

On Ashlen

Joe's Jeans $99.99

Blouse $47 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Rebecca Minkoff Cross Body Bag $209 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth Shoes $139

On Theresa

Stripe Tank $19.99 from Gap Outlet

Grey Knit Vest $39.99 from Gap Outlet

Belt from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

J.Brand Purple Jeans $100 from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

LAMB Shoe $199  from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Big Buddha Clutch $49.99 from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

All of the looks were pulled from the Legends Outlets Kansas City

Leap Year Fashions for 2012 and beyond...

We all love a good trend, but when it comes to your wardrobe this should not be the bread and butter of what is in your closet. It's the timeless pieces that will stand the test of time and carry you year after year. Once you fill your closet with the classic "must have" items, you can fill in the gaps with the fun, on-trend items per season.

On "Leap Day" I did a news segment on Fox 4 in which I featured pieces you should invest in for 2012 that will carry you into the next leap year 4 years from now and beyond...

All the items were from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth and The Banana Republic Factory Store at the Legends Outlets Kansas City

Cara:

Striped Dress $89.99 Banana Republic Factory Store

Navy Cardigan $54.99 Banana Republic Factory Store

Belt Banana Republic Factory Store

Patent Round Toe Pumps $209 ($125.99 on Promo) Stuart Weitzman at Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Bag: Badgley Mischka $229.99 ($160.99 on promo) at Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

 Sarah:

Trench Coat $139.99 ($42 on promo!!!) Banana Republic Factory Store

Vince Silk Blouse $164.99 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Statement Necklace $39.99 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Joe's Cigarette Jeans $99.99 ($69.99 on promo!) Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Saks Fifth Avenue Camel Open Toe shoes $139.99 ($89.99 on promo)

Jennifer:

Threads silk shirt dress $119.99 at Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Banana Republic Necklace

Betsy Johnson Belt $29.99 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Michael Kors Platforms $229.99 Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Marc Jacobs Bag $629.99 ($440 on promo!) Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth



Do you want to Tango?

I am absolutely loving this season's hottest color, Tangerine Tango!  Pantone describes it as a vibrant reddish orange, reminiscent of the shade of a setting sun.

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Whether it's in home decor, beauty or of course fashion you will have your pick this season of plenty of Tangerine Tango to choose from!

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I just did a news segment this week featuring some early spring items in this gorgeous Hue. All of the items are from The Legends Outlets Kansas City. Thanks to The Gap Outlet, Old Navy Outlet, Books-A-Million, Brooks Brothers Factory Store and Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth for letting us use items for the segment...

New Year, New Fashion!

On Sunday, I did a news segment on NBC featuring some early Spring trends and transitional clothing. Believe it or not, Old Navy has some of the cutest early spring items I have seen! I love the bold, graphic prints and the bright pops of color amidst neutrals like navy and cream.

I am also THRILLED that our Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth has started carrying Tory Burch...most pieces were over 65% off!

All of the outfits were styled with clothing from the Legends Outlets Kansas City

On Rachel:
Banana Republic Outlet Sequin Jacket $147.99
Banana Republic Turquoise Dress $89.99
Boutique 9 shoes from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth $119.99

On Cara:
Old Navy Outlet Graphic Blouse: $29.94
Old Navy Outlet Yellow Cross Body Purse: $19.94
Paige Denim from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth $119.99
Saks Fifth Avenue Patent Shoes $139.99

on Maria:
All from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth
Tory Burch Trench $167.99
Tory Burch Peacock Print Silk Dress: $130.99
Joan and David Shoes $187

3 outfits under $150!

Yesterday morning I did a news segment on KCTV5 sharing some of my favorite winter outerwear trends. It's crazy that it's mid-winter yet we still haven't had freezing cold weather! If you have held off on buying a new coat, then you are in luck. With Christmas only days away, most stores are offering incredibly low prices.

I styled outfits from The Legends Outlets Kansas City where right now there are some amazing deals to be had. Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth is offering 25-50% off the already discounted prices! And the Old Navy outlet will have over a million items on sale...yes, I said a MILLION!

On Madeline:

Old Navy Red Puffer-$17.99

Old Navy Polka Dot Sweater-$24.90

Old Navy Rockstar Skinny Jeans-$34.90

Gap Fingerless Gloves-$12.99

Marc Jacobs Bag from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth-$234

Enzo Angiolini Leopard Flats from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth-$179

On Cara:

entire look from Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth

Royal Blue Dress-$64.99 ($45.99 with additional discount)

Faux Fur Vest-$68.99 ($48.99 with additional discount)

Necklace-$69.99

Michael Kors Clutch-$144

Luxury Rebel Boots-$147 ($73 with additional discount)

On Shannon:

entire look from Saks Fifth Avenue Off fifth

Ellen Tracy Cape: $104 ($73 with additional discount)

Ellen Tracy Blouse-$59.99 ($41 with additional discount)

Ellen Tracy Pants-$39.99 ($27 with additional discount)

Kate Spade Patent Leather platforms-$199

Marc Jacobs Bag-$524 ($393 with additional discount)