Hello world! It's been a while since I posted anything. It has been challenging to work full time and blog. Blogging is not as easy at it seems, Specially, if it's a one person team. With this, I've been contemplating, perhaps it is time to close down thesmartstylist.com. It has been a good 4 year run. I may come to a decision by this year's end. For now, let's get back on the task at hand!

Anything mirrored, shiny and sparkly I love! That's why these Yves Saint Laurent pumps made it to this week's investment worthy splurge. These pumps are modern and edgy yet feminine, sexy and uber chic. Easy to pair with any look for day or evening. I love the silver metallic pump but the black one has more of a classic feel to it.

There are endless online stores you can shop. From established retailers to small independently owned boutiques. But only a few can deliver the latest must-have trends in fashion and style. And one of those places that comes highly recommended is Shopbop. You can find an extensive inventory of apparel, shoes, accessories and more from top designers and brands as well as from up-and-coming names in fashion. You can always find amazing deals on their sale section that would fit any budget. So, if you haven't experience Shopbop please do so and check out their newly refreshed site. Enjoy!

Starting September 25th to October 1st, Bloomingdale's is having their Friends and Family event. Take 20% off almost all regular- and sale-priced items from Women, Men, Kids, and Home (10% electronics. Save on highly coveted pieces from top designers and brands like Marc Jacobs, Joie, Salvatore Ferragamo and more! Take advantage of this amazing sale! As an added bonus, free shipping is offered to any purchase during the friends and family event. Make sure to use code: FANDF on checkout. Happy Shopping!

From Friday, September 14 through Monday, September 17 PUMA is having their most generous discount for the Friends&Family event. Save an extra 40% off on all men, women and kids' apparel, footwear and accessories.

Save on anything and everything during this event. There are NO exclusions which doesn't happen often, sale items included! Use code: PUMAFF912 at checkout. Happy Shopping!

Hello my dear readers, I know it's been awhile since I posted anything. Been a bit busy. And can you believe it is already Labor Day! You know what that means, summer days are numbered and the shopping season begins! For the holiday weekend, here are a few must-shop events. To be quite honest, I was expecting more than the list below. I was hoping to see some discounts from luxury retailers like Saks, Barneys, Nordstrom and even Bloomingdales. At any rate, there are still amazing and fabulous deals and steals to be had. Happy Shopping!

	40% Off Rachel Rachel Roy During the Rachel Roy Labor Day Sale. Now Through September 4th.
	Shop Labor Day weekend at Banana Republic and save 30% off. Use code FALLCALLS at checkout. Hurry, ends 9/3. Restrictions apply.
	Shop Labor Day weekend at Gap and save 30% off. Use code FALLCALLS at checkout. Hurry, ends 9/3. Restrictions apply.
	Now until 9/30 9:00 PM EST, OUR BEST SALE OF THE SEASON: Save 25% Off Your Entire Order With Coupon Code 'HARDWORK'.
	25% Off Clearance and Sale items + Free Shipping with promo code 25SALE. Valid 8/30-9/4/12. Exclusions apply.
	Labor Day Event! Through September 3rd: Every Single Item Buy 1, Get 1 50% Off. Plus, Save $25 Off $75 or $50 Off Your $150 Purchase with Promo code: 1816. Also don't forget our End Of Season Sale take an additional 40% Off already reduced clearance!
	30% off your entire purchase! Offer ends Monday, September 3, 2012. Use coupon code LABORYDAY12 for discount and get free shipping on orders over $85.
	New markdowns on denim, sportswear, footwear and accessories at 30-50% off! Free shipping on all orders through Monday, 9/3.
	25% Off Everything at Anne Klein During the Labor Day Sale (excludes watches). Now through September 3!
	Shop Labor Day weekend at Old Navy and save 30% off. Use code FALLCALLS at checkout. Hurry, ends 9/3. Restrictions apply.

Blugirl is known for classic designs with a playful twist. Made with eco-leather, this satchel has it all functionality, style and the right price tag. I love the heart-shaped hardware detail, They give the bag quite the feminine touch. This is just one of many accessories that are on sale at Forzieri's summer sale. Make sure the check them out!

It is no secret that accessories can make or break any look. With fashion trends coming and going every season, keeping up with what's in and what's out can cost a pretty penny. Of course unnecessary spending can be alleviated by having the right resources i.e blogs like moi and places where you can find affordable, trendy and stylish accessories like guiltystar.com.

Guiltystar.com is an online jewelry store that showcase the latest trends and must-have pieces at a very affordable prices. New items are added every week and features collections from up and coming designers.Aside from the fabulous offerings, there are a couple of things that really impressed me about guiltystar.com, their lifetime guarantee on items you purchase and their support of Fashion Hope.

Guiltystar,com is a site that I highly recommend, a true testament of how to be 'trendy and stylish the smart way'! So, let's support them by telling a friend about their fabulous site. And to show their appreciation, for a limited time save an extra 20% off your entire purchase with code: GUILTYVIP.