Pants, the ultimate wardrobe staple for comfort.   The trend of our favorite wardrobe bottoms seems to fluctuate in length, width, and material.   Constantly changing, the last few years favored the love/hate relationship of utterly chic (or as some would argue, utterly unflattering) leggings.

This spring, our bottoms will once again head for the wider and longer threshold, inspired by the many high fashion runways which showcased a vast selection of undeniably bohemian and retro influence.

If you are wondering how to switch up the black leggings in favor of the bell bottom-like craze, we’ve got you covered.   We’ll show you how to dress down and dress up the wide leg pant, with clever and creative mixing and matching of wardrobe finds you might already have.

We’re going to show you two ways to wear our favorite wide-leg pick of the season The Sierra Pants by Young, Fabulous, and Broke, $120.

Casual Elegance:

Running errands?   Pair your bohemian wide-leg pants with comfort of casual chic striped Ella Moss tank.

Since it’s important to not get lost in all that loose material, Ella Moss tank will give the outfit a little shine and a figure flattering compliment to help avoid looking shapeless or sloppy.

Keep your feet cool and comfortable with a pair of wedge sandals like Dolce Vita’s “Pela”, $119.29 (from $159).  Bring up your style quota 100% with a casual statement necklace like House of Harlow 1960’s Leather Drop Necklace, $75, It’s entirely optional but a surefire touch for a little added flair to your flare.

Out on the town:

Even if you’re dressed up, you can still stay comfortable (and elevated) for a night of dancing with the perfect platform Nell heels from House of Harlow, $240.

Your Sierra’s will be undeniably matched with sophistication and sparkle with a sequined top like Club Monaco Zoey Sequin Top, 129.50. Finish of the look with a beautifully layered necklace and you can go from cocktails to dinner date with absolute elegance and ease.

Check out our other favorite picks for wide leg pants and trousers and pair them with comfy flats to stride easy.

As much as I love watching the willowy-figured Gwyneth Paltrow throughout the awards season, I wanted to write an article that focuses on her daily look.   Gwyn’s real life style is chic, flattering, and attainable.

In this article, I capture Paltrow’s recent looks on various occasions.   Following each look, you’ll find an outfit to effortlessly recreate her style.

Gwyn’s Casual Look and Outfits To Recreate

During the day Gwyneth dresses for comfort, adjusts to a situation, yet looks casual chic.   Gwyn chooses practical pieces that perfectly mirror her lifestyle, whether it is trotting with kids,  traveling, running errands or decking out for a night with a girlfriend.

Look One  -  Downtown Chic

Capture Gwyn’s downtown chic elegance with this versatile asymmetrical leather jacket as a foundation piece.

Continue recreating Paltrow’s day look, by throwing on a well-fitting pair of black skinny jeans (If you are lusting for a perfect pair of skinny designer jeans in black wash and willing to invest, J Brand ’912 The Pencil’ Stretch Jeans in Shadow Wash is an excellent option).

Gwyn pairs up her short leather jacket with a long cardigan, but I found an even better option for the body conscious ladies.  The smart LNA Long Sleeve Back Tail Tee is longer in the back than the front and masterfully drapes over the booty, adds extra coverage and visual separation between the two blacks: the jeans and the jacket.

Complete the look by stepping into comfortable lace up booties and stashing all of your necessities into a supple grain leather bag.

Product Details(from top left to right): 1 - LNA Long Sleeve Back Tail Tee, 2 – Aqua Leather Asymmetrical Zip Jacket, 3 -  Black Leather Bag by Hye, 4 – Black Skinny Jean by DKNY, 5 – Indigo by Clarks Lace Up Bootie

Look Two – Classy Casual Around Town

Go classy like Gwyneth with a timeless trench coat, which incorporates many elements of Gwyn’s Burberry trench at a fraction of a price.    Throw on a favorite pair of skinny or boyfriend jeans.  Then complete the look by stepping into grey wedge booties to add height without giving up comfort.  

Product Detail (from top left to right): 1 – Cozy Bootie by Restricted, 2 – Calvin Klein Belted Trench Coat, 3 – Gap Always Skinny Destructed Jeans

Look 3 – Easy Convenience

The key element to spending a day out with small kids is convenience.  And what is more convenient than a right maxi dress.

Get Gwyn’s look by slipping into this universal dress that is chic, stylish, and will work for most body types.   It drapes over a figure in just the right spots and masterfully camouflages body flaws.

Gwyn pairs her dress with a pair of flat heel woven Givenchy gladiator sandals.   Get her bohemian look with these low wedged, gladiator sandals that have an eye catching labyrinth of strap details.  Complete the summer look with this white layered, fly-away cardigan.

Product Detail: 1 – Indigo by Clarks Lyon Sandal, 2 – T by Alexander Wang Tank Dress with Side Slit, 3 – Express Flyaway Cardigan

Gwyn’s Workout Outfit

Gwyn keeps lean by running (as well as doing pilates).  Get the same sporty slick look as Gwyn with the exact same pieces that Paltrow is wearing.   Look stylish with Stella McCartney aviator shades, keeps the wind in check with a stylish running jacket, and shows some skin with breezy terry capri sweat pants.

And if you are going to splurge on one item, paying a higher price for a good pair of running shoes will reap benefits in a form of healthy joints and knees.

Product Detail:1 – Stella McCarney Sunglasses, 2 – Nike Running Shoes Shox Turbo+ 10, 3 – Stella McCartney for Adidas Run Performance Jacket, 4 – PUMA Capri Terry Sweat Pants

Gwyn’s Evening Look

Gwyn transitions from day to night with ease and while her choices are never over-embellished, she always looks glam.   Go classy like Gwyn and make a statement by choosing  a perfect little black dress.  Paltrow chooses a classy little black dress that has a cutout details twist.  You can do the same with a sexy number below.  (For a lower priced alternative than the dress below, consider this cutout dress.)

Or if you are looking for a classy look that is less revealing, yet shows off legs, turn to this pretty ruffled tunic.

Last, whichever dress you decide to go with, accentuate your legs, like Gwyn with a pair of leg elongating killer pumps.

Product Detail: 1 -  Black Halo Alice Mini Dress, 2 – Steve Madden Women’s Loyyall Platform Strappy Pump,  3 – Juicy Couture Side Chiffon Ruffles Tunic Dress

Check out more celebrity styles for a mid day snack by stopping by a shopping guide section.

What do you think of Gwyneth’s style? Do you like it? Loath It? Covet It?  Share in the comment section.

If you are like us and always on the lookout for a fab shoe sale that has slick styles at rock bottom prices, you’re in luck.  There is a huge Steve Madden shoe sale running this weekend with all styles up to 69% off. Valid until Sunday, April 11.   There are footwear choices for every weather, from Spring Booties to heeled sandals to gladiator sandals, here are our favorite picks from each:

Spring Booties - perfect to wear right now, these stylish finds are priced to take home.

While there are more than a few styles to pick from, we especially love these black suede Steve Madden Trumpit Marc Jacobs-like military booties (discounted to $59.98, from 149.95). They will look fabulously chic with slimming leggings or dark washed skinny jeans.
For an peek-a-boo toe option, Mainst Open-Toe Platform Bootie details caught our eye.  We couldn’t just surf by without noticing the chic buckle and the grey multi insert that highlights the upper body and the platform bottom of this booties.  It is selling at $43.98, was $109.95.

Heeled Sandals – waltz into the spring in style with spring’s hottest trend: wedged sandals.
These Zorra Wedges ($48.75, was $149) are made from multi-tone suede, have a slick geometrical shape, and just the right heel height to wear to work and play. Our second pick is Tutuu Wedge, since they stylishly marry this season’s two hottest trends: wedge and CHANEL-like clog, but so much more elegantly.   This two-in-one trend sandal is $37.80(was $99.95).

Gladiator Sandals: As gladiator sandals continue to be a strong trend this season, this is as good time as any to get started.
We love this Genevvaa thong gladiator (now $47.97, was $79.95) for its unique look and military-safari like style.  These Steve Madden Battle sandals are as elegant and elaborate as gladiator sandals get.   They the perfect choice to test the gladiator trend and “step” into it gently - now $44.98(was $89.95)

Hungry Hippo:
1.Check out HUGO Hugo Boss Shoes -all styles up to 68% off!

2.Get extra 40% off designer Spring Tops at theOutnet -this K by Karl Lagerfeld Top is $64, was $150.

Looking for the right dress to go with your shoes? See our picks for best spring and summer dresses trends.

The right statement pair of sunglasses can complete an outfit.   That’s why we turn to designer shades for the kill.   And what better time to shop than the sunglasses sale?  We couldn’t resist these shades from Chloe, Tom Ford, Lanvin, Nina Ricci, and more at up to 70% off. These finds have all the ingredients for a style success: chic shapes, designer stamp, and reasonable cost.

1.Chloe Sunglasses -$94.50(from$270). These chic downtown shades have side cutout detail and a silver-tone logo-embossed plaque along arms.

2.Tom Ford Sunglasses -$150(from $250).  These oversized shades are so Jackie O with a modern twist.

Hungry Hippo: Check our RACHEL Rachel Roy sale for fabulous dress finds.

Shop Designer Sample Sale if you are Craving Louis Vuitton Bag?  Chanel Clutch?  Jimmy Choo Shoes? Marc Jacobs Dress? Online Designer Sample Sales are by invitation only sales for coveted designer clothing, shoes, accessories, and handbags.  These sales run  for a short period of time, usually 24 to 72 hours.   These sales feature up to 80% off discounts, which means things go quickly.   Online designer sample sales are a great way to shop for top quality designer goodies at discounted prices.   And yes, sometimes you can score a Louis Vuitton Vintage bag or Jimmy Choo shoes at a major discount!

Each day we feature the day’s best sample sale picks. Check back often to see best day’s picks and sign up for the designer sample sales using exclusive invites below.

The best of Wednesday, March 31st sample sales:
1.Temperley London Dresses 2.Furla Handbags 3.Bare Escentuals Mineral Makeup

The rest of today’s designer sample sales:
GiltGroup (Sale starts at 9:00AM PST): Pedoodles, nuLoom Rugs, Lonely Planet, Nina Ricci and Christian Lacroix Scarves, Miguelina, Loree Rodkin Jewelry, Anichini
GiltFuse(Sale starts at 9:00AM PST): Rory Beca
RowNine (Sale starts at 8:00AM PST): Fendi Eyewear Sale
Beyond The Rack: Jonano, The Lori Leavitt Collection, Bellissima Jewelry Designs
Hautelook(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST): Designer Sunglasses, Basq Skin Care, Prince Women, Briana Erin
Rue La La(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST): A.B.S., Corneliani, Steiner Sports, Rubicon Estate
Ideeli(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST) (sign up here!) or Log in here (if already a member): Theia Evening Wear, Dwell Studio, Claude and Co., Spring Outerwear, Wrap Star,  Lionel Handbags
Editor’s Closet(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST): Dakota Smith Los Angeles, Nicole Miller, Carmen Marc Valvo, Pur Minerals Makeup
The Top Secret: Body Language
Billion Dollar Babes(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST) : Cameo, Beautiful People Handbags, Belargo Jewelry, Erica Anenberg.

Don’t miss the hottest sales of the moment and check our Deals & Steals section.

Shop Designer Sample Sale if you are Craving Louis Vuitton Bag,  Chanel Clutch,  Jimmy Choo Shoes, or Marc Jacobs Dress. Online Designer Sample Sales are by invitation only sales for coveted designer clothing, shoes, accessories, and handbags.  These sales run  for a short period of time, usually 24 to 72 hours.   These sales feature up to 80% off discounts, which means things go quickly.   Online designer sample sales are a great way to shop for top quality designer goodies at discounted prices.   And yes, sometimes you can score a Louis Vuitton Vintage bag or Jimmy Choo shoes at a major discount!

Each day we feature the day’s best sample sale picks. Check back often to see best day’s picks and sign up for the designer sample sales using exclusive invites below.

The best of Wednesday, March 31st sample sales:
1.Temperley Londo Dresses 2.Furla Handbags 3.Bare Escentuals Mineral Makeup

The rest of today’s designer sample sales:
GiltGroup (Sale starts at 9:00AM PST): Temperley London, Jay Godfrey, Dransfield & Ross, Maharaja Jewels by Amrita Singh and Beaudry Jewelry, Diesel Shoes and Handbags, Heather WIlliams and Davis by Ruthie Davis, Modern Amusement & Torn by Ronny Kobo, Alanna Bess Jewelry, Zero + Maria Cornejo
GiltFuse(Sale starts at 9:00AM PST): Modern Amusement,Torn by Ronny Kobo
RowNine (Sale starts at 8:00AM PST): JaBene Silver Jewelry,The New LG 42LE5400 LCDTV
Beyond The Rack: Solution Cami
Hautelook(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST): Bask Clothing, Maya Brenner Jewelry
Rue La La(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST): Tumi, Bare Escentuals, Joseph Abbound
Ideeli(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST) (sign up here!) or Log in here (if already a member): Paper Denim & Cloth, Cuisinart, Suzi Chin, Ettika, Furla Handbags, Furla Watches, Matisse
Editor’s Closet(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST): Kosta Boda
The Top Secret: Body Language
Billion Dollar Babes(Sale starts at 8:00AM PST) : Paul Frank, Heys USA Luggage.  This week only, Mon 3/29 – Saturday 4/3, use coupon HIPPO310 – $10 off $100.

Don’ t miss the hot Spring 2010 trend: the nude and neutral shoes - stylish short booties, pumps, and platform sandals.

Banana Republic is offering additional 20% off already discounted sale items. Use code EXTRA20 at checkout.
This special runs for two days only, March 30th and March 31st. Works on all sale items.

Our shopping crystal ball predicts this sale is an excellent time to pick up spring essentials.  We especially love an adorable selection of cardigans in pretty pastels to keep you cuddled from spring breeze.

Pretty Pastel Cardi’s we love:

Banana Republic Wool-blend back sash cardigan -$55.99(was $79.50).  This pretty classy chic cardi is a perfect piece for spring to wear into the office and drape over jeans or a maxi dress.

Banana Republic Sweetheart exposed-seam cardigan-$47.99($79.50).  This shapely figure flattering cardi is available in multiple hues that will give you choices to match to anything in your closet.

Hungry Hippo? Yoox further reduced designer brands (think Marni, Alexander MqQueen, and YSL) up to 80% off.  This sale runs until tomorrow March 31st.

Jennifer Aniston put these Stuart Weitzman Alex wedges on a fashion map, when she repeatedly wore them around Tinseltown town in fall.   Her devotion to these chic espadrilles is understandable, since the neutral hue is versatile and the criss-cross style elongates the leg, while the wedge hill is comfortable despite the 4″ height.

These wedges sold out pronto once Jen showcased them, but for those ladies who are willing to shell out $300+ for these babies, they are available again in Khaki and Black.
Stuart Weitzman ‘Alex’ Espadrille Sandal -$365

For the more practical ladies, we found less pricey look-alike styles.

Bettye Muller Sage Sand Fabric-$170

MICHAEL Michael Kors ‘Juniper’ Espadrille-$139

For more neutral shoes, take a look at these chic finds for spring.