For this Style Icon article I chose a couple - Blake Lively and Penn Badgley. Could you get more adorable? These two are more than just super sweet, they are also incredibly fashionable and hip.

One of the things I love best about this duo is that…they are so darn cute…ok off that topic, they are in such a compatible state when it comes to their fashion.

Their looks always mesh well together and you just can’t take your eyes off them whenever you see them out and about.

Let’s start with the beautiful Blake. Unlike some of the more…er, revealing female celebrities…such as Paris Hilton and Tara Reid who seem to like to show it all off, Blake is much more conservative and demure.

Although she is always covered up enough to be classy and casual, she is still very much the sex kitten and we love that about her.

Turning to Penn, he too is very modern-chic but casual and approachable in his style.

He looks sublime in everything from a rainbow colored scarf to a lavish suit and tie, and quite frankly, even if this guy was dressed in a paper bag he wouldn’t be hard to look at.

Whether they are dressed down at the beach or dressed to the nines for a walk down the red carpet, these two are definitely eye-catching and their style, apart and together, is incredible.

For those of you out there who adore authentic vintage clothing, you are going to love the true retro fashions offered at ModCloth.

A smaller Canadian-based company, this is a business well worth checking out if you love the pin up styles of Marilyn Monroe and Sophia Loren.

They feature everything from dresses and bottoms to swimwear and accessories, so everything you need to fill your wardrobe up with gorgeous classic pieces you can find right here - and at an affordable price.

One of the best things I love about ModCloth is that you can even pay with Paypal, which just makes it that much simpler, in case you don’t have a major credit card.

They offer an array of styles, a few in particular that I really loved and which I wanted to share with you here.

Make sure that you check out their website for more information and to check out their entire line of apparel and accessories for yourself.

It’s summertime! Whether you are still trying to lose that last 5 pounds or not, there will be the perfect pair of shorts out there for you.

Shorts are all the rage this season, and although the style of shorts always variates from one year to the next, this year there is practically no style that is not accepted, as long as they are bright and fitted.

Liz Claiborne

This is the perfect pair of shorts to prove that you do not need to have Gisele Bundchen’s legs to pull off this look.

These cute orange Hawaiian print shorts are a delight, and are longer so you can cover up those problem areas if you are concerned with that.

For just $45 from Liz Claiborne you can snag a pair of these hip shorts for yourself, and feel comfortable wearing them everywhere from the beach to a BBQ dinner on the patio.

Try pairing them with a pale yellow tee or a bold red or blue blouse if you want to be daring.

Bongo 58

These shorts are just to die for. Sure, you are used to seeing denim or printed shorts, but what better way to jump into summer than with these red hot short shorts?

They would like fantastic with a plain white tank top and chunky necklace for daywear and then if you want to switch it up, pair them with a graphic tee and cute headband for the warm summer nights.

Perfect for showing off smooth tanned legs, these Bongo 58 shorts, available at Bealls for just $12.99, are affordable and a terrific addition to your summer wardrobe. They are even available in a few different colors.

Victoria’s Secret

Victoria’s Secret features these adorable shorts with a light blue pinstripe.

The side buttons add that little bit of extra detail which make these shorts dressy enough to wear on the day to day, even to the office if you pair them with a cute shirt, fitted blazer and the right shoes.

You can check out the Victoria’s Secret website for more on these and their hundreds of other shorts available this summer season.

So I was doing an article on the world’s most extravagant handbags and I have to admit I was pretty impressed with the selection, even though the price tags of some of these bags went as high as $100,00 and more.

However there was one that I was honestly distraught over, mainly with confusion, and knew I had to do a bit more research on it.

Louis Vuitton is one of the most renowned designer names in the world, and I am definitely a fan.

The Urban Satchel however, which is one of their most recent and definitely most talked about releases, honestly has me baffled.

The handbag, covered in everything from an empty pack of cigarettes to a package of gum, sweetener wrapper, bandaid…

I understand fashion and realize that many of the most exquisite and desirable fashions are a little bit kooky, but this is just too much for me. Are people just riding along with it because they think the Louis Vuitton name could never do any wrong?

No matter if you live in New York or LA, I simply could not imagine anyone feeling sexy or fashionable wearing this horrid bag.

I have read some of the comments of the public on this bag and surprisingly, almost all were positive towards the bag and considering it as the must-have look of the year.

To me it looks like someone dropped their bag in a garbage compactor or left it in a bar overnight, but what do you think?

FabSugar has announced that they are giving away three Marc Jacobs Day Fluo Key Pouches ($165 each) in mint, fluorescent pink, and acid yellow.

Neon colors are all the rage this season, and who doesn’t want a gorgeous Marc Jacobs anything for free?

If you want to enter, you just need to log on to FabSugar and take their quick and easy Marc Jacobs and neon trivia quiz.

The best part of all? It doesn’t even matter if you get the answers right, you just have to take the quiz once you are logged in and you will be entered into this fun, fabulous contest.

They want to keep it a surprise and so if you win, you will not know which color pouch you are getting until it arrives at your doorstep, making it all the more fun. Winners will be chosen on Sunday, July 6, 2008 at midnight PDT.

If you want to check out the full details on this contest, you can read the official rules here.

One of my all time favorite fashion designers, Betsey Johnson, is absolutely…amazing.

There is really no other word you could use to better describe this fantastically quirky, unimaginably talented, modern and hip designer.

She has some delightful new arrivals in her store, and I thought I would show a few off for you just to make sure that you are up to date in case you are missing out.

Of the hundreds of recent designs released by the lovely Miss Johnson, here are a few of my personal favorites.

If you want to purchase any of these gorgeous pieces for yourself or check out the rest of her fabulous line, you can do so by visiting the Betsey Johnson website. Have fun shopping!

One of the hottest new fashion trends out there today is the vest.

The new layering piece, the vest can be worn in a number of different ways, and there is such a wide selection of different colors, patterns and styles to choose from that they will never be boring.

The latest way to wear a vest is to mix it up. Try wearing it unbuttoned over a plain top and jeans or dress it up by wearing it with heels and a blouse with a ruffled front.

The only real rule when it comes to vests is making sure that the layer underneath is at least a bit longer than the vest, otherwise it will look tacky.

Another tip is to use long layered necklaces when you are wearing a vest, and keep the shirt underneath low cut in the neck so that you can emphasize your face and jewellery.

The lovely Kim Kardashian sure knows how to pull off the vest, wearing a sexy black one over a tight fitting white tank and dark fitted jeans. She keeps the jewellery minimal, with only a small gold wrist band and cute earrings and necklace.

Have fun with your look, and remember that you don’t have to stick with black and brown all the time. Reds, blues, and greys all look great on vests, so try a few styles out and see what works well for you.

One of the best holidays of the year is coming up - well for us in the great white North anyway - Canada Day, and what better way to celebrate than by showing your colors?

This doesn’t mean you need to paint your face up in a Canadian flag and get crazy, but if you are anything like me, you like celebrating holidays and when it comes to Canada Day, it is really all about color.

Here are a few outfits that I think would be perfect for the long weekend, whether you are heading out to see a parade, hanging with the kids at the park, or going out to dinner with some friends.

As a mother of two myself, I know how quickly little ones can grow out of their clothing.

I get a ton of secondhand clothing from family and friends which is nice, but you still need a couple of brand new ensembles for the tots, especially if there is a special occasion coming up.

There is definitely no lacking in terms of selection of kids clothing stores, but there are a few in particular that you will want to check out.

Crazy 8

If you like the preppy, modern look for your little one, Crazy 8 is an ideal choice for you. Here they feature some of the most adorable clothes for babies to toddlers, boys and girls.

They feature some very stylish clothing, such as ruched leggings, headbands, knit shorts, ribbed tights, bodysuits, camo shorts, and an array of hats and swimwear pieces.

Their prices are very affordable and they are always having sales on. You can check out their line of apparel in one of their retail stores but the entire line is also viewable online.

Baby Gap

We all know of the Gap, where you can find the best picks in men’s clothing, women’s clothing, plus size and maternity clothing, but did you know that they also carry a line of baby clothing? Their apparel is all of the highest quality and always up to date so you can keep your little one in style, but the prices are actually affordable.

Their preppy and print styles are particularly popular, and they feature a variety of departments including pants, jeans, shorts, swimwear, graphic t-shirts, bodysuits, one-pieces, activewear, sweaters, outerwear, shoes and socks, and accessories.

You can check out their selection through the Gap website or visit one of their many retail outlets around North America.

Old Navy

Old Navy is a favorite among parents of babies and toddlers. The prices are low enough that you can get a whole cartful of clothes for your precious little one but they are also very stylish and cute.

The clothes are also extremely durable and the online store almost always features a clearance section that is a bargain shopper’s delight.

They offer everything from bodysuits, swimwear, and jeans to shoes, newborn necessities, tanks and tops and more. Check out the Old Navy website for more.

Of course there is also always the option of making your kids clothes, but few mothers have the time to take a shower let alone sit at a sewing machine for hours. These retailers will help you keep your little one dressed and keep your pocketbook happy at the same time.

I was in a hurry the other day - it seems that happens a lot - and I needed a pair of gorgeous shoes within a couple days. I was checking out various websites, deciding to take my quest online after I couldn’t find anything I liked in any of the stores in my area.

Everything was either too expensive, too long for shipping, too tacky…then I came to Sears. A lot of people would laugh at the thought of getting apparel from Sears, in fact I have never heard anyone under the age of thirty going to Sears for their clothes and accessories.

I decided to check out what they had to offer, and I am so grateful that I did. They actually have some very stylish, modern footwear to choose from, and I found not one but two great pairs that I bought right away.

As a fashion fanatic, I have to say how excited I am that I have discovered just what Sears has to offer, and the best part of all is that their products are just as high quality as Le Chateau, Victoria’s Secret or any other great retailers that I mention often on here, but much less expensive.

They are always bringing in new items and expanding their selection, so take a minute to check out the Sears website and see all that they have to offer. Oh, did I mention that they also have next-day delivery?