When you go out to a party or need your hands free for the evening, the perfect bag is something small, cute, and easy to sling over your shoulder. But, sometimes finding that perfect bag may take some time. Stop looking, stop searching high and low and take a look at Forever 21′s Adorable Mini Handbag! Sometimes it’s just not an option to spend large chunks of money on a designer bag, and that’s why Forever 21 steps in and makes affordable bags for ladies with great fashion sense. This bag is a great balance of rocker chic and feminine fun. I adore the heart locket closure on the front and I’m also a huge fan of the part leather, part chain strap. This bag is a fun combination of accents without going overboard in any one direction. Isn’t it also great to have the option of adjusting the length of the strap? Whatever style you’re looking to rock, this bag will be your sexy sidekick!

Sweet To SassyNo woman plays just one role all the time. We are complex and intricate individuals whose styles and tastes vary with our mood and surroundings. We may be a mother, a student, a lover, a friend, sweet, edgy, classic, trendy and any combination of. To define ourselves under only one label really restricts our shopping and style possibilities so break free and change it up! HauteLook and others are offering our favorite labels from casual to dressy, sweet to sassy!
HauteLook – Affliction, Biatta Intimates, Dana Davis, mariechavez
Rue La La – Rock & Republic, Calvin Klein, MaxMara, Apart, Alberto Fermani
Ideeli – Jessica Simpson, Victorinox, Hale Bob, Matty M
Gilt Groupe – Eskell, Lauren Merkin, Moschino Signature, Vivienne Tam, Free People

Now that Fall has officially reached our doorsteps, it’s time to re-think our daily beauty routines. While bronzers and light, airy colors are beautiful for Summer, they look all wrong for these crisper, cooler days ahead. The no-fail trick to a pretty beauty look is to mimic Mother Nature, who always has her colors right on. Say good-bye to pale shimmers and sheer coverage and say hello to richer tones and a more season appropriate palette. Our favorite beauty brands are on the same page and are introducing saturated hues of vibrant colors and eye-enhancing browns and golds. A clear gloss is all you need for hot sunny days, but Fall is the time to try deeper, more noticeable lip colors and over-all more color and coverage. But with all these great new colors and the return to a Fall beauty palette, how can we choose just one eyeshadow or lip-shine? You don’t have to! Many of our favorite beauty brands offer palettes and sets that feature not just multiple colors and products, but have matched the colors for a seamless and coherent look. Just click on the slideshow to see some of our favorite Fall make-up palettes and sets!

The boyfriend and I love going to concerts together, and there is nothing worse than lugging around a large handbag when trying to squeeze up to the front of the crowd or show off my dancing skills. I hate being the annoying girlfriend asking my boy to load up his pockets with my camera, phone, i.d. and cash… and hate being the one with all that jammed in my pockets even more. So I’ve been on the lookout for the perfect concert-going bag for quite some time. My requirements are simple but surprisingly hard to fulfill: an over the shoulder strap for hands free fist-pumping action, small enough so as not to be a pain to carry around but large enough to hold the aforementioned essentials, versatile enough to go with many different outfits and genres of music, and not so expensive that if a drink spills on it my night is ruined. Okay, maybe my requirements aren’t so simple… but I have finally found it- the Madewell Brown Suede Minibag- and I’m in love. The bag is compact but big enough to fit the necessities, vintage inspired with hip fringe detailing, and has a turn-lock closure to keep my goods secure even during my wildest dance moves. My only dilemma is whether to get the fire-red carmine or perfect navy bandana blue… hm, perhaps I should just get both in case of accidental drink spillage on one? Which would you get?Where to Buy: MadewellPrice: $98Who: Zuzubean was the first to add ‘Brownstone Suede Minibag’ to the Hive.

Fall Festivities!There’s no time to mourn the loss of the sun just yet! Now that Fall is here, BBQ’s and beach parties may have to be put on hold for next year, but this doesn’t mean the social events have to end too! Bring the good times inside with a cozy get-together at home and serve up some delicious snacks and fun stories … all in impeccable style of course! Ideeli and others bring you chic party-wear and party-ware to help keep the good times rolling!
Ideeli – Kelsi Dagger, Cara Couture, Chetta B., Velvet Angels, Kenneth Jay Lane
Swirl by DailyCandy – Veda, Khirma Eliazov, Bread & Butter, Boutique 9
HauteLook – Bernardo, Rina Limor, Lauren G Adams, Alexia Admor
Gilt Groupe – Alexander Wang, Lutz & Patmos, Guillaume Hinfray, 3.1 Philip Lim, Splendid

Bad-girl jewelry- think spikes, leather cuffs, knuckle- duster rings and the like- is all the rage these days with cool girls everywhere. Influenced by rock ‘n’ roll, science fiction, fantasy art, and hip hop culture, the jewelry line Han Cholo is delivering the bad-girl goods and has become the “it” accessory among young Hollywood fashionistas and celebrities alike. I’m not the kind of girl who can pull off a brass knuckle or tommy gun pendant with any aplomb, so in order to keep up my cool girl status, I am all about layering the Han Cholo Spiked Bangles. Coming in an assortment of colors- gold, silver, rose gold, and gunmetal- the bangles are the perfect way to accessorize a bad girl outfit of leather leggings, tank and platforms… or add a just little edginess to a bohemian baby-doll dress and ankle boots. My favorite of the bangles has to be the rose gold (see, I’m not so great at the bad-girl thing) and also I love the look of layering all four colors or juxtaposing one or more with more feminine accessories, such as tennis or charm bracelets. Just like Sandy in Grease, I suppose all of us sometimes want to flaunt some tough girl style… just some of us prefer our bad-girl look to come in pink. Where to Buy: 80′s PurplePrice: $57Who: Zuzubean was the first to add ‘Han Cholo Spiked Bangle’ to the Hive.

Everyone knows the old saying: No white after Labor Day. But the saying is just that. Old. These days, not only is it ok to wear white after Labor Day, it’s actually very chic! White is always a crisp and clean look and it’s eye-catching but neutral tone makes it extremely versatile and a great match for almost any color. While linens and light cottons are reserved for hot summer days, cooler weather whites are just as refreshing and stylish. A plush coat or scarf is perfect for the ‘snow bunny’ appeal, or if it’s not that cold where you are yet, lighter wools and thicker cottons work beautifully for so many occasions. Whether it’s for work or play, night or day, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite white pieces that are just right for wearing after Labor Day!

Fall’s around the corner and there are a few essentials needed for any fashionista’s wardrobe. One of those staples is a great versatile belt! With something unique you have the option to play around with simple pieces and make them shine. Forever 21 has a great braided cord belt that I’m in love with. Wear this belt with a simple cream dress to step up your style, or strap it across a great pair of dark denim jeans to accentuate your sexy curves! I love that Forever 21 creates affordable fashion for any gal and this belt is no exception. At $6.80 there really are no regrets with this purchase. The buckles on the side give it a cool edgy look while the leather ring pulling the belt together keeps it cute and sassy. I don’t know about you, but I’m a belt fan and this baby will definitely spice up your long tanks or sexy sweater dresses! What’s better than a great accessory that transitions from Summer to Fall effortlessly!

When it comes to shoes, sometimes it’s hard to find a pair that is sleek and minimalist without being just a little boring. Often, shoes want to either be the center of attention, or just a sad afterthought to your outfit. Not the Matiko Nicki Peep-Toe Wedge from Urban Outfitters. This shoe isn’t trying to steal all your outfit glory, but it isn’t content with being a wallflower either. Chic and fashion-forward, these wedges have a completely leather upper with no seaming at the wedge, this unbroken line will make your legs look miles high… and the 4.5″ height of the wedge certainly helps that cause as well. They may be uber chic and modern, but the cute peep toe detail gives the Nicki just enough retro styling to save it from being too futuristic, and gives you a chance to show off your pedicure. The sleek style will complement a wide range of outfits, and earn you more than a few double-takes and compliments- and these compliments will no doubt be about how great your legs look… like I said, these shoes aren’t looking for all the attention. Available in both nude and black, this wedge is a perfect addition to your wardrobe right this moment, as it will look great with a tan and your summer dresses, but transition perfectly into fall with skinny jeans and sweaters.Where to Buy: Urban OutfittersPrice: $148Who: Zuzubean was the first to add ‘Matiko Nicki Peep-Toe Wedge’ to the Hive.

There’s nothing like a good kiss in the rain; so good you don’t even realize you are soaking wet! It’s like a scene out of a romantic movie. But if your knight-in-shining-rain-slicker has yet to reveal himself to you and a romantic rendezvous beneath the clouds isn’t in your near future, then you need a way to brighten up an otherwise gloomy day. Besides, let’s be realistic, boy or no boy, how many of us have really ever kissed under the pouring rain anyway? Most days, when the skies decide to open up, we’re rushing to work with freshly straightened hair or wearing new suede booties, or that fantastic leather jacket just purchased over the weekend. A kiss would be nice, but what we really need is an umbrella! I suggest you kill two birds with one stone and splurge on yourself with this adorable mini umbrella from Marc by Marc Jacobs. The black umbrella is covered in a red lip print and has a sturdy silver metal handle with a red designer stamped handle. It’s also quite small and lightweight, plus it’s less than a foot in length so it fits nicely into your purse and won’t weigh you down. You can keep it in your bag everyday and barely notice it’s there. That way, when your hear the thunder rolling in and the skies start to darken, you’re prepared! This little guy is definitely 100 times more dependable than most men I know (shining rain slicker or not) and a kiss isn’t going to save those suede shoes!Where To Buy: Net-a-PorterPrice: $50Who: MeliMeli was the first to add the ‘MARC by Marc Jacobs Mademoiselle Danger Mini Umbrella’ to the Hive