InnovativeStylez By Erica Baez Colon

Scarfs

2011-04-14T05:48:00.000-05:00

ACCESSORIES!!!! They can make or break you!!! Literally!!! Okay I just wanted to share with you all some different ways and things you can do with a wonderful accessory (SCARFS). Check them out and let me know what you think. Post some of the ways that you wear your scarfs. These are a great accessory piece for this SPRING.

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

Ruffles

2011-04-10T08:37:00.000-05:00

RUFFLES, RUFFLES, RUFFLES!!! If you have been out shopping then I know that you have seen all of the RUFFLES everywhere. I think they are so classy/edgy and you can wear them DAY or NIGHT and still look good. Tell me what you think about these that I have found.

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

JUMPSUITS

2011-04-06T05:47:00.000-05:00

If you know me then you know that I love me some JUMPSUITS!!! I wish my mother would have saved her clothes from the 60's and 70's because I would so ROCK them all of the time!!!! But, the designers that are coming out with the new SPRING 2011 jumpsuits are really HOT!!! Let me know what you think about these!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

HOT FASHIONS FOR SPRING 2011

2011-04-01T06:41:00.000-05:00

I found some amazing things while I was out shopping you all are going to be running to the store to get some of these HOT styles. I just couldn't help myself they were all so HOT!!!! Let me know what you think about the different styles and please give me feed back so that I can continue to help you with your style.

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

BUSINESS AND PLEASURE

2011-03-30T23:39:00.000-05:00

A lot of us have a problem of trying to transition between business and after hours. So, I have some great examples to show you all on how to be able to go from the office to a date, cocktail hour, girls night out, etc. Check out these Day to Night transitions and let me know what you think. Being in the office doesn't mean you can't have style or show your fashion sense. As long as you keep it classy then you are fine.

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

SPRING'S LITTLE BLACK BOOK

2011-03-21T22:49:00.000-05:00

So, of course it is SPRING time and I'm going to share what is in my little black book with you all. So, that you all can have the best styled SPRING ever!!!!

1. Jackets

2. Shoes

3. T-Shirts

4. Skirts

5. Dresses

6. Purses

7. Sunglasses

8. Rings

9. Necklaces

10. Bracelets

11. Tights

12. Capri Pants

13. Jumpsuits

14. Bell Bottoms (Wide Legs)

White jumpsuit

Cargo pants with tank and a scarf to dress it up.

Spring dress

Orange spring dress

Spring Jackets

Accessories for Spring!!!

Don't forget your accessories!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

MANI AND PEDI

2011-03-18T05:22:00.000-05:00

I have two Mani & Pedi's to share with you all. I was on vacation last week so I got a Mani & Pedi while I was out and I got another one this week. Okay I know I said that I was going to do the pink polish for the month of February because it is the month of LOVE!!!! Well, okay I went a little overboard and still did it last week while I was on vacation. So, here it is this is not my usual nail technician because I got it done on vacation but she really did a great job. Let me know what you think and let me know what color you are wearing now a days....

Pinkish Rose with white hearts and black specks!!!!

Now these are my new ones for this week that I just got done so let me know what you think of my new color!!!

Blue with white flowers dipped in blue!!!!

Okay please share some of your mani & pedi's with me so I can see what you all are doing for Spring. And please leave comments I would love to know what you all think about my blog!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

Girl Gotta Have'Em Shoes

2011-03-15T15:45:00.003-05:00

Now, I can't wait to share the great shoe finds that I found this week!!!! They are going to knock your socks off. Well, you really shouldn't be wearing socks unless you are on your way to the gym. But, you know what I mean they are going to just make you run to the store and get you a pair or two or three. With spring being here and everyone pulling out shorts, dresses, etc... I am going to mix some spring shoes with some all year long shoes. Check these out and let me know what you think.

Wow is all I can say!!! This shoe can do wonders to any outfit!!!!

These shoes have such a great heel and they are just HOT!!!

HOT spring shoe!!!

Biker look and classy mixed makes a HOT shoe!!!!

Yes, you can wear your white shoes!!!!

Animal print and weaving is a great combination with the buckle added!!!

HOTT!!!!

Snakeskin red bottoms!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

Spring Style

2011-03-07T10:55:00.000-06:00

Okay it is SPRING time!!! So, I just wanted to share with you all some hot spring styles. Everyone knows that spring does come with a little rain, wind and coolness.... So, some HOT jackets will help you with your style. I found some HOT jackets that I wanted to share with you. If you blend a cute jacket with jeans, leggings, dresses or skirts. Then you have a winning look. Mix them up however you like just know that you can play with the jackets in a lot of different ways. Here are some HOT looks.... All of these HOT jackets come from BCBG Maxazria to which if you don't have a store in your area then you can order online. So, check my pics out and let me see what you think.

Single Button Jacket- Everyone needs one of these to add that flare and style to your outfit.

Sima Faux- Suede Vest- I have this one and the fit is awesome it looks great with skinny jeans or leggings.

Ozzy Double-Layer Jacket- this is an awesome jacket its so HOT!!!

Oriel-Raw Edge Leather Jacket- I have this one in white and it is just so cute I paired it up with black leggings and a pink tank top with my knee high boots and it was HOTT!!!

ANA SATIN Jacket is really cute and has a lot of attitude!!! All in its on!!!

Ponte-Sleeve Leather Jacket- I have this one in black and it is just an amazing addition to an outfit!!!

Ophelia- Ruffled Trench Coat- You know it's SPRING time so who says that you can't be in style when it rains. If you have style then you are in style in every type of weather. This trench coat is so SHEEK it also comes in gray.

Jordan Asymmetrical Jacket- Too DIE for!!! I have this one and it is so CUTE... It was also worn by Chili on "What Chili Wants"!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

"Girl Gotta Have'Em Shoes"

2011-03-05T19:21:00.000-06:00

I have been on vacation all week so I haven't been blogging much. But, I am back to work on Tuesday and that means we are back to blogging and bringing you the HOTTEST Shoe game around. While I was shopping for somethings for my vacation I discovered some serious SHOE GAME!!!! If I haven't told you all then I want to make sure that I let you know. If you have some HOT shoes then your entire style is going to be HOT. You can't go wrong with a simple outfit and then some HOT, BANGING shoes. Then your outfit turns into your "HOT STYLE"!!!! So let's check out what HOT shoes I found. Okay the first shoe that I had been looking for was one that I seen Kerri Hilson wear to an awards event last month. Well, I found some close to it I am thinking maybe her shoes were custom made but these are close to them. Please leave comments and let me know what you think.

Kerri Hilson

Alexander McQueen

Jimmy Choo

Jessica Simpson

BP "Ambrosia"

Jessica Simpson

Brian Atwood

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

MANI AND PEDI

2011-02-28T07:31:00.000-06:00

PINK, PINK, PINK!!!!!! I am still doing the PINK for the month of February because it is the month of LOVE!!!! So, of course my mani and pedi color this week is a lighter pink then I had last week. And my nail tech added some cute little hearts because LOVE is in the AIR!!! So, don't forget that you should show everyone that you love them daily not just on February 14 (Valentine's Day) cause you never want them to ever forget it!!!! Let me know what you all think and please share with me your mani and pedi's!!!! I would love to know what colors you all are wearing now and how well you are pampering yourselves.

Pink with hearts!!!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

"Girl Gotta Have'Em Shoes"

2011-02-21T23:11:00.000-06:00

I went out last week to do some shopping and of course I ran into the cutest shoes.... Well, I had to start packing for vacation so I needed to make sure that I have the RIGHT shoe to go with all of my clothes for vacation. Yes, I found some really good ones too!!! I told you in the title that you are going to have to have them. I enjoyed my shoe experience, the stores I went shoe shopping at: DILLARD'S, NORDSTROM, NEIMAN MARCUS and MACY'S!!! Check them all out and let me know what you think. Please leave comments or if you need any help with anything just let me know. Remember a shoe can really change your style, it can be an old dress that your going to wear. And if you pair it up with a new sexy, fun, classy shoe then it's like you purchased a whole new dress. With these shoes that I choose this week you can see that there are so many different textures with each shoe. That is the style right NOW!!!! So, you can put on some simple jeans and blouse and add one of these shoes and go from UMMM to WOW!!!

Christian Louboutin

Rock & Republic

Alexander McQueen

Christian Louboutin

Sam Eldeman

Gucci

Please leave your comments and let me know what you think about the shoes for this week. I would love to hear from you all!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

DREAMS DO COME TRUE

2011-02-15T20:10:00.000-06:00

Everyone please check out the article on our first lady Mrs. Michelle Obama in February 14, 2011, US Weekly magazine. I love this article because again she is just a phenomenal woman. If you get to read it they ask her different questions but mostly about fashion. So, her answer that I love is their are so many stylist and designers out there trying to make it. But, everyone tends to go to the WELL-KNOWN ones and not giving anyone else a shot. She says that she switches up and goes with a Up and coming stylist or designer. I so loved this answer because a lot of people just tend to go with the WELL-KNOWN. But, those that are NEW to the business and are trying to come up and make a name for themselves will never be able to unless someone (that can be you) just gives them a chance. If you all remember when President Obama got in office the night of the Inaugural Ball. Her chosen DESIGNER was a HIT-Jason Wu!!! She really shocked everyone because they just assumed she was going to go with a big name designer. Give people chances you never know what may happen and yes it may not always work out but at least you know that you tried and you learned a lesson out of it.

Michelle's Major Style

President Obama and First Lady

The dance

She just wore some simple dainty silver with diamond bangles

Dainty crystal earrings

Simple crystal ring

Simple white satin shoes

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

Phenomenal Woman

Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.
I'm not cute or built to suit a fashion model's size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I'm telling lies.
I say,
It's in the reach of my arms
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

I walk into a room
Just as cool as you please,
And to a man,
The fellows stand or
Fall down on their knees.
Then they swarm around me,
A hive of honey bees.
I say,
It's the fire in my eyes,
And the flash of my teeth,
The swing in my waist,
And the joy in my feet.
I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

Men themselves have wondered
What they see in me.
They try so much
But they can't touch
My inner mystery.
When I try to show them
They say they still can't see.
I say,
It's in the arch of my back,
The sun of my smile,
The ride of my breasts,
The grace of my style.
I'm a woman

Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

Now you understand
Just why my head's not bowed.
I don't shout or jump about
Or have to talk real loud.
When you see me passing
It ought to make you proud.
I say,
It's in the click of my heels,
The bend of my hair,
the palm of my hand,
The need of my care,
'Cause I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

Maya Angelou

MANI AND PEDI

2011-02-12T11:36:00.000-06:00

Okay, Ladies and Gentlemen it is the month of LOVE!!!! February!!!! So, my mani and pedi all month is going to be a shade of pink or red!!!! Make sure you don't wait until the last minute to get your loved one's their VALENTINE gift!!! And to all those men out there reading this, a mani and pedi is the perfect gift to give your loved one!!! You can give a mani and pedi to your mom, girlfriend, wife, sister, cousin, best friend, co-worker, teacher, etc..... Everyone loves mani and pedi's the sad part is every woman does not take the time to get pampered. We are usually so wrapped up in our work, life, kids, husband, etc... that we just always put ourselves off to be the last to be taken care of. And with that it is a new YEAR.. Take time for some pampering ladies and men!!!! It's a NEW DAY and NEW YEAR and make yourself a PRIORITY or you will look up 10 years later and think, why didn't I take some time to myself. Now, here is my color for this week, let me know what you think....

My mani and pedi lady is so good!!! (Hearts)

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

"Girl Gotta Have'Em Shoes"

2011-02-06T09:50:00.001-06:00

Now, I just happened to be out and about and found the cutest shoes ever!!! I mean a girl can never have to many shoes. Well, I just wanted you all to check out the cute little shoes I found this week. I must say I enjoyed my shopping experience as usual. I had been looking online for some different styles and I decided to go to the stores and WOW they looked so much better in person.... When I was able to slide them on my feet they fit just like Cinderella's glass slipper!!!!

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

L.A.M.B.

RED BOTTOMS

L.A.M.B.

CESARE PACIOTTI

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

Let me know what you think of my "Girl Gotta Have' Em Shoes"!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

YOUR COMFORT ZONE

2011-01-29T12:37:00.003-06:00

Okay, we all know that when we are used to doing something daily then we are just set into our comfort zone. And typically you don't want to come out of that comfort zone. I have done two photo shoots this month for three clients and I must say they were so much fun. I am so in my element that I could just pinch myself. I will be posting some photos from the photo shoots soon. My clients were very much in their comfort zones but I pulled them out to try something new and different. Comfort zone? What is it? Getting out of your comfort zone can make things worthwhile and more interesting. Comfort zone is our living, work and social environments that we have grown to be accustomed too. Your comfort zone determines a lot of things in your life. Examples- friends, associates, etc.... Comfort zones are related to your dreams and goals. For you to grow and change, you have to be willing to step out of your current comfort zone. If you are wanting to start your own business, a new career, a new job, a new project, etc.... you have to be willing to try new things. If you imagine yourself being and having the things that you want then you will see yourself in a different light. And you will be able to step out of your comfort zone to create a new YOU. "Whatever the mind can conceive and believe, it can achieve." So, I went into detail about comfort zone because I don't want anyone to miss out on something so special because they are stuck in there comfort zone. As, a stylist and interior decorator I can see a vision for you that you would not have chosen yourself but that is the beauty of having someone else's input. That is the fun part of my job and that is creating something so beautiful and something to make you come out of your comfort zone so you can see something new. And having such great clients that trust me to do my job makes it even more rewarding. MY PURPOSE, MY PASSION!!!!

Come on and get out of your comfort zone. You just might shock yourself and really like it!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

YELLOW

2011-01-26T21:47:00.002-06:00

Today I was in Target (One of my favorite stores). Some people love them some Wal-Mart but me I love me some Target!!!!! So, I was actually in target to get me some more workout pants and of course I had to walk past the home goods area. The first thing to catch my eyes was these beautiful pillows.

Yellow and Grey pillow!!!!!!

Grey and Yellow!!!!!!

Finding these pillows have given me my next project. Now I am going to decorate one of my guest bedrooms upstairs Yellow and Grey!!!!!! My vision is to paint the walls this Yellow that is in the pillows. And I'm going to order a new bed (Grey Suede). WOW!!! I am so excited about this new project.

Daisy is the name of this YELLOW paint from Home Depot. I think it is going to match perfectly.

So, I will update you all as I am working on my new project!!! But, It looks like I have a great start and focal point. Do something different this year? Add a lot of COLOR!!!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

MANI AND PEDI

2011-01-19T10:51:00.001-06:00

Ladies you must take the time out and do something for yourself. We have so many roles in life - mother, daughter, wife, auntie, boss, CEO, VP, DM, friend, best friend, counselor, cook, housewife, teacher, etc.... I could go on and on with the roles that we carry in life. But, I must say that I LOVE BEING ME!!! And I love pampering myself. I used to just be so busy that I didn't take the time to do anything special for myself. But, I do so much and we all do that we deserve some pampering ALL THE TIME!!! Now, I used to wear the acrylic tips on my nails for years. So, you acrylic wearing ladies know that sometimes you can stretch out your time at going to get them filled. Well, about 2 months ago I took my acrylics off and started getting a mani and pedi every week. WOW, it was a whole new world.... I change my color like every two weeks and I go and get them redone every week. I must say that I love my own nails and I am loving the playing with the colors it gives me a little extra UMMMph..... I used to just get the french on my nails and toes when I had the acrylics, can you believe I never got color all those years. OMG!!!!! I so love the different colors I choose on my nails and toes now......So, ladies don't forget to take the time to PAMPER yourself because YOU DESERVE IT!!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

This is my Mani and Pedi color of the week!!!!! What do you ladies think about my color choice?

"FASHIONS FADE, STYLE IS ETERNAL"~ Yves Saint Laurent

"Girl Gotta Have'Em Shoes"

2011-01-17T06:01:00.007-06:00

I figured I would try to narrow down which shoes I wanted to wear and that would help me with my statement for the fashion show. So, I just so happened to find some while I was shopping yesterday and I don't know if they will be the one to attend the fashion show with me but you never know. You know a shoe can make an outfit go from an outfit to a fashion statement. And I am all about making a FASHION STATEMENT!!!! A stiletto heel is a long, thin, high heel found on some boots and shoes. The name came from stiletto dagger, the phrase being first recorded in the early 1930s. Not all high slim heels merit the description stiletto.

These are my Flirty Pink Stilettos!!!!!!

These are the Ms. Attitude and that is because they are RED and that alone is a SHOW STOPPER!! HOT!!!!!!

Neutral Heels are in and they make just about any outfit say UMMMMM..... These are Leather and Suede so you can wear them anytime you want.

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

"Girl Gotta Have'Em Shoes"

2011-01-17T06:01:00.006-06:00

I couldn't forget about the all famous SEXY black stiletto. When I seen these shoes they had just came out and yes they were regular price but I just had to have them.... When you think of BLACK what do you think of? To me BLACK is SEXY, CLASSY, SOULFUL, I can go on all day. When it comes to fashion you can never go wrong with anything in BLACK. Check this pair of my SEXY BLACK stilettos out and let me know what you think?

SEXY, CLASSY and BLACK!!!

I just had to show the detail on these SEXY thangs here... The flowers that are a soft satin material with Black Onxy in the middle are just so me (Dainty).....

Dainty is exquisite, delicately beautiful, charming, pretty, delicious......
Black is classy, sexy, dainty, soulful, charming, pretty, delicious, delicately beautiful.....

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

FASHION SHOW

2011-01-15T13:57:00.002-06:00

I will be attending the Entertainment and Fashion Night Out on January 21, 2010 in HOT ATLANTA!!! EFNO will bring to you the latest fashions with celebrity fashion designer StevieBoi. The NY native haute couture mastermind has designed for Lady Gaga, Angel Lola Love, Patty Labelle, Christina Aguilera, Rihanna, and many more. He also had his first show case at NY Fashion Week in the Spring/Summer Collection back in September 2010. StevieBoi has showcased his new line all over the world and recently signed a contract to launch a luxury line in the beginning of Spring 2011!!!!!! So, I have just got my ticket for the fashion show and I am so ready to give you all the exclusive hot fashions for 2011. Yes, this also gives me the excuse to BUY a new outfit, shoes, accessories..... Well, I guess us fashionistas don't really need a excuse to shop but if the SHOE fits~~~~~ WELL, the SHOE FITS me just like FASHION does..... Kandi Burruss (Xscape, Real Housewives of Atlanta) will be performing at the fashion show as well. And I know I will be stopping by her boutique (TAGS) to see what I can add to my closet. I just might find something for the event....

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

Manifest Parlor & Club Primal presents Entertainment & Fashion Night Out on January 21, 2010!

FASHION AND TECHNOLOGY

2011-01-12T12:12:00.001-06:00

Just wanted to add my favorite app TRU!!!!!

Of course you know that I love fashion and I always said that Fashion and Technology go together. Well here is an app for the iphone, ipad, itouch for those that like to stay in style.... The app is called POSE- A New IPhone FashionApp. It looks like everyone is realizing that Technology and fashion go together. This app will allow you to take your fashion shopping to another level. The app also allows you to take a picture of your fabulous fashion find and share it via the app, twitter and facebook.

The “Pose” is taking your shopping spree to another level, so would you consider using this app?

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

WHITE?

2011-01-09T21:02:00.005-06:00

Who came up with the rule that you can't wear white until after Labor Day? Well, I don't know but I remember being told that all of my life. But, hey I believe that everyone has their own style and you can do with it what feels right to you. As long as you feel good about it then your good. Again, I am a true believer if "you look good, you feel good". Does your STYLE show your ATTITUDE? Or does STYLE show that you OWN YOUR OWN CONFIDENCE!!!!! I say that my STYLE shows that I OWN MY OWN CONFIDENCE and it shows my ATTITUDE TOO!!!!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

WOW, it just so happens that I match the chair in my foyer. Now, this chair has got some style it so sets off a sense of style when you first walk into my house. It is one of the first things that you see.

Look at those RED BOTTOMS!!!!HAHA I am so loving the red and black shoes to add some extra UMMMMph to the outfit.

At the office in my WHITE pants in JANUARY.

Shaunie O'Neal has on her white shoes and white dress. I love those shoes with a little bit of a grey tip on them. HOTTNESS!!!

STYLE

2011-01-06T21:14:00.001-06:00

I just love @Kandi's (Kandi Burress from the REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA) boutique Tags it is located in Smyrna, Georgia. The jacket that I am wearing in these pics is from her boutique. I really like the fact that every time I go to the boutique that there is new merchandise. And that there are usually only 1 to 3 of each item. So, therefore you will not see yourself around town. I don't know about you but I don't like to see myself all over the place. If you are not in the atlanta area then you can go to the website which is WWW.TAGSATL.COM and you can purchase from the website. This is such a nice cozy boutique. "ONE DAY" I want to have my own boutique. Well, one day I will have my own boutique. OH... I forgot to let you all know that Tags also has men clothing so it's not just for women. You can get you something ladies and get your boo something too....

Yes, my ring and my nail polish match..... Did I plan that? NO, I just have STYLE!!!

The black ring on the right hand is also from tags boutique. I just love this ring tooo.

Gathered Metallic Short Jacket from Tags Boutique. WWW.TAGSATL.COM. (Kandi Burress's Boutique) I just love this jacket it is so different and that is what makes it so unique to me.

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist

WEDDINGS (PART TWO)

2011-01-06T20:34:00.001-06:00

Back to the adventure. Yes, I have more pictures to share with you all on this wedding dress and bridesmaid dress adventure.

This is the perfect reception dress.

This is also a perfect reception dress.

Now how did I get stuck being the model to try on the dresses. A stylists has a lot of roles..... Plus I loved the fact that Prascilla's Bridal (Downtown Atlanta) has a silk robe for you to put on in between you trying on other dresses. This is the first bridal place that I had been to that actually had that. I loved it!!!!

Mikkisha on the phone with her bridesmaids. (Decisions)

Mikkisha waiting to try on "THE DRESS"!!!!

Mikkisha still on the phone with her bridesmaids.

I LOVE THIS DRESS!!!!

HERE IT IS AGAIN.... IT'S JUST SIMPLE AND BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!

ERICA BAEZ COLON – the stylist