Duck Boots

Imagine: you're throwing the biggest party of the season. You have your outfit sorted and hair ready to go...then, what's that noise? RAIN? The first thought (sadly) that comes to mind is the state of our shoes - you don't want your heels covered in mud nor have soaked feet from the downpour. Well ladies, there is a solution. The duck boot. While the name may crack a smile, the only person laughing at the end of the night is you and your fashionably dry feet. The half heel, half rain boot is a new trend noticed on celebrities such as Olivia Palermo and Christina Aguilera who are staying dry while looking great on and off the red carpet. When Tommy Hilfiger introduced us to the duck boot in his Fall 2010 RTW, his peppy footwear looked fabulous with leggings and bright colors such as solid reds or camels. Made with suede, rubber, and leather laces, Hilfiger's boots go for $298, but many retailers are selling them at reasonable prices such as Lesportsac, $98. So go ahead, jump in the puddles, with your adorable duck boots - you will no longer want to sing the rain away.

Text Jessica Moy

Fashion Forecast

Alright here's the deal, we wait all year for our 3 months of summer only to have them drowned out by rain.

For months we sit and carefully plan our summer wardrobe and the first day of summer arrives and all our new clothes have been washed out by the rain. So what's a girl to do?

Well just because it rains doesn't mean you can't look fabulous. Personally I suggest wearing something bright and fun on a rainy day. If the sun isn't out add a little sunshine to your outfit. Don't let a little drizzle control your summer attire.

Anything with an outrageous colourful pattern is proving to be summers hottest trend. Look for something with a bold block print or an abstract shape, don't be afraid to draw attention to yourself. Another great summer piece is a vibrant coloured fringe piece. And obviously no girl can go wrong with a flirty floral print.

So the next time you pull back the curtains only to be faced with a dark and depressed looking day don't run for cover in your over sized sweats, pull something bright from your wardrobe and bring a little sunshine to your day.

- Erin Jones