Spring demands a certain amount of renewed optimism, and nothing gives your wardrobe—and mood—a more radiant boost like an infusion of yellow. Cheerful, playful and unexpected—and just the right amount of flirtatious—yellow is back in a big way. But the latest crop of this inspirational color is neither too buttery nor too pastel. This is a bigger, bolder, “look at me, I’m in a great mood” yellow that takes you back to your favorite childhood galoshes and the Man With the Yellow Hat, albeit with a decidedly more glamorous twist. This cheery hue is shining on every trend this season, from cropped pants and sheer dresses to bathrobe-style coats and billowy skirts, all designed to put you in the spotlight. Wear it well, sunshine.

A punchy yellow tote from Fendi.

For more yellow sensations, visit Red Typewriter’s Pinterest page.

Nishika de Rosairo has been an artist and she’s been a dancer. She’s lived on four continents, worked as an adviser to Fortune 500 companies in Silicon Valley, and served as an advocate for women’s entrepreneurship. Now, as the CEO and creative director of dE ROSAIRO, she’s fulfilling a childhood dream to design her own fashion line, drawing on both her artistic and business acumen to outfit sophisticated, successful women around the globe. … //READ MORE

Here’s one trend that won’t ruffle you. Designers have taken basic fashion pieces and adorned them with clusters of festive feathers. These airy accessories help keep the birds warm—so why not use them to heat up your winter wardrobe? With the exception of some froufrou styles that came flying down the runway, most of the season’s feathered friends aren’t unnecessarily fussy, so you won’t need to worry about overdoing it. Look for elegant dresses, vests, skirts and handbags softened with just the right amount of the light-as-a-you-know-what stuff, or Native American-inspired jewelry sprinkled with just a feather or two. Choose one item to make the centerpiece of your next date-night outfit, and this look will be a feather in your fashion cap. … //READ MORE

‘Tis the busiest time of year, but how do you get through all this month’s social activity with style and ease? Red Typewriter has got you covered. To inspire your December wardrobe selections, we’ve assembled a few fun and fashionable ensembles for seven different occasions. All of them are guaranteed to increase your holiday spirit and turn heads in your direction. … //READ MORE

Little Red Riding Hood didn’t know how good she had it. Sure, the Big Bad Wolf was a pain, and those bugs were probably a major turn-off. But all those grandma-bound excursions weren’t entirely lacking in charm. First, the red cape was a huge fashion statement. But more important, the forest itself was a lush and mysterious source of inspiration—one that designers are eagerly embracing this autumn.

The Brothers Grimm and other fairy tale spinners were onto something, setting their stories in the Enchanted Forest. They understood the irresistible call of Mother Nature and the lure of the wild woods. This fall, Dolce & Gabbana is leading a brigade of designers into the depths of the wilderness, making the forest their fashion landscape. Both flowers and fauna dominated the runways, with images of tree branches, leaves and blossoms competing with a precious array of wildlife including owls, squirrels, butterflies and foxes. Dresses, coats and separates are appearing in warm, earthy colors, enlivened with lacy textures, fur accents and charming prints that evoke the spirit of the forest.

Keep in mind that the women who wear this season’s enchanted looks are no damsels in distress. Instead, they are true earth mamas, saucy seductresses, fashion goddesses in the purest sense. The Big Bad Wolf wouldn’t stand a chance.

For more Enchanted Forest-inspired fashions, visit Red Typewriter’s Pinterest Page.

Enchanted Forest looks from (left to right) Alberta Ferretti, Valentino, Asos, Etro, Alberta Ferretti and Dolce & Gabbana

Some of us have had a romance we’ll remember until the day we die. Most of us have had a life-changing family or career moment, or a poignant life experience we’ll never forget. Ask a guy what he was wearing when that moment transpired, he’ll likely come up short. Ask a woman, well, that’s often a different story.

Writer Ilene Beckerman was onto something when she wrote her now-classic book Love, Loss & What I Wore. She understood that many females are detail oriented when it comes to remembering important events, especially those concerning matters of the heart. The fashion obsessed among us can even recall, down to the last button or bit of lace trim, what we were wearing when these moments transpired. Combining whimsical illustrations with a lifetime of memories both good and bad, Beckerman recalled the outfits she was wearing when these pivotal events took place. Of course, the clothes do not make the woman—or the moment. However, the image of outfit we wore during a particularly emotional time may very well be etched on our brain forever. … //READ MORE