Beauty Must-Haves

Found in my bathroom: Tea Tree Oil, Bobbi Brown Extra Bright Serum, Benefit They're Real Mascara, Clinique CC Cream

When it comes to my beauty regimen, skincare is my top priority. I'm always on the hunt for the latest and greatest to keep my baby face looking just that, youthful. (Aren't we all?) Your skincare and makeup routine should change seasonally, and moving from spring into summer it's time to focus on less is more - less makeup, more skin, that is. Here are a few new products that I am completely obsessed with right now.

Sunny Side Up | Hoss Intropia x Kelly's Kloset

Dress c/o Hoss Intropia, available at Bloomingdale's Aventura

Flower Crown borrowed from The Electric Boutique

Flowers in my hair, don't care! Sundays are for brunching, and that calls for a chic little dress. Chic, but effortless - no one wants to fuss over anything but mimosas on a Sunday, right? A bright little lace frock (like this one from Hoss' spring collection) will amp your ladylike factor, keeping anyone from noticing when you take one too many trips to the dessert station. Cheers to that!

P.S. Brides-to-be: this dress also comes in cream and is absolutely perfect for a rehearsal dinner. If I was getting hitched it'd be my pick! 

Photography by Bella Mente

Four Seasons Miami Presents Style Sessions with Kelly Saks, Sunday May 5

Buy Tickets

So excited for this next Sunday! I've teamed up with the Four Seasons Hotel Miami and some of my favorite boutiques for a Sunday brunch like you've never seen. We'll be chatting about what's hot for summer, indulging in a delicious brunch from Edge, Steak & Bar, and then hitting the Style Sessions Pop-Up Shop for summer staples from The Orchid Boutique, T'Audrey, South Miami favorite Ohm Boutique, and MIA Shoes. The ladies from Blo Midtown will be twisting up fab hair do's at our Braid Bar alongside the Beauty For Real team who will be treating guests to summer makeovers. All that plus a free pass to the hotel's rooftop pool party, and of course a VIP swag bag (valued at over $200!) Whew. Space is limited so don't wait to get your tickets! RSVP Here

* A portion of proceeds will benefit Dress for Success Miami.

Part II | Hoss Intropia x Kelly's Kloset

Top: ZARA

Skirt: Hoss Inropia, Available at Bloomingdale's Aventura

Shoes: MICHAEL Michael Kors

Bracelet: Forever 21

Photography by Bella Mente

#Wear2Where Derby Fashion

Last year I attended my first Derby at Gulfstream Park and couldn't believe how fun, and fashion-forward, the experience was!  I mean, what other sporting event practically requires you to look Stepford Wives fabulous? If you've never been to a race at Gulfstream, you need to gather your friends, some betting cash, and your most fabulous hat and make an afternoon of it. Better yet - let them treat you! Join me on Saturday for a Derby Fashion presentation at Bloomingdale's Aventura where you can enter to win "A Day at the Races" complete with lunch, VIP seating, and a race named in your honor. Pass the mint juleps!

IF YOU GO

Saturday, April 27 at 5PM

Bloomingdale's Aventura

Second Level

19555 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180

Red Lace

Spring Trends at Bloomingdale's Aventura

Early riser? Start your day with a dose of spring fashion tomorrow morning on Miami's Local 10. I'm dishing on the season's hottest trends at Bloomies Aventura with my girl MJ Acosta in her new segment MJ in the Morning. I had so much fun dressing my barbies models, Priscilla and Kristina, in monochromatic dresses, denim, sparkle, and something I like to call sporty spice. 

Priscilla wears Current & Elliot Chambray Top & Seven Bootcut Jeans. 

My dress by Karen Millen (borrowed), Sandals by C Label (Only $20!)

Kristina wears French Connection Embellished Jacket & True Religion Destroyed Boyfriend Jeans.

UPDATE: This segment was originally scheduled to air on Tuesday, April 16th, but was postponed in light of the Boston Marathon terror attack. While fashion is an expressive art form that brings us joy and inspiration, I stand with the rest of the country in honoring the victims and heroes of yesterday's senseless act. May prayers, love, and light spread throughout Boston and lead us to a brighter tomorrow. x Kelly

Lost on Lincoln

A while back I had photographer Emma del Rey join me on Lincoln Road to capture these images... somehow I lost track of them in the ensuing months. I was reminded of them last week when I visited the stretch of shops and restaurants twice; once for shopping (duh), and again on Friday night when I took Eric to a preview of Michael Bay's new action flick Pain & Gain. We're hardly into spring and Miami is already starting to reach it's boiling point, making leisurely strolls like this, well, sweaty. The solution? Breezy & backless, baby.

ZARA Top & Bag | Forever 21 Pants (similar) | Jeffrey Campbell Shoes | Swarovski Rocket Cuff (on Gilt)

My beauty mantra? You can't go wrong with big hair & bold lips.

Hair by Femme Coiffure Hair Spa

Photography by Emma del Rey

3 Ways to Wear Black & White

BLACK + WHITE

It's THE trend of the season, and unless you've been hiding under a rock, you probably knew that already. Back in December, I told  Aventura Magazine, "You only need two colors in your closet next season—black and white" Just call me Walter Mercado. (If you're not Latin, you'll have to Google that. I typically don't go crazy on trends, but this monochromatic phenomenon is far more. Black & white is tres chic, classic, and oh so easy to wear! Feel free to spice it up with a punch of color on your lips and nails, or with a bold handbag. I'm seriously crushing on Hoss Intropia these days (last seen here on NYE, and more to come.) The Spanish line's spring collection is chock full of feminine, flirty pieces that make you feel casually glamorous. This polka dot dress is flattering on any woman, and just plain fun. You can find Hoss Intropia exclusively at Bloomingdale's Aventura & Miami stores.

P.S. You're getting a sneak peek at my new digs! Since moving in December it feels like I've birthed a child... I'll get around to posting the extreme home makeover eventually.

Hoss Intropia Dress | Forever 21 Bracelet | Steve Madden Heels

Hoss Intropia Dress | Forever 21 Bracelet | Steve Madden Heels

American Apparel Crop Top | Skirt c/o Express | Z Spoke Zac Posen Bag

American Apparel Crop Top | Skirt c/o Express | Z Spoke Zac Posen Bag | Forever 21 Heels

Hoss Intropia Shorts | ZARA Studded Citybag | (Top is from the mall... can't remember where!)

Hoss Intropia Shorts | ZARA Studded Citybag

Jeffrey Campbell Sandals... and a black & white french pedi, why not?

Photography by Bella Mente

Celebrate your Style with #SwarovskiRIO (Giveaway!)

Enter the #SwarovskiRIO style challenge on instagram to win a $500 gift card!

Carnival may be over, but the sparkle and magic of the annual festival lives on through Swarovski's Spring 2013 collection aptly named Tropical Paradise. (The collection is beyond beautiful. Have you seen my maj bling?!) The iconic jewelry brand's Passport to Sparkle muse, Emma Du Mond, was so inspired during her recent trip to the exotic celebration in Rio that she's inviting fans to share their passion for fashion on instagram with a digital style challenge! I've teamed up with Swarovski to judge the contest, and will be sorting through your entries to choose three winners who will each receive a $500 Swarovski gift card!

How to Participate: 

• Simply tag your style Instagram photo with #SwarovskiRIO – then Swarovski will add the best looks to a look book on the site 52Grams: http://www.52grams.com/participate/swarovski 
• Entry period closes Sunday March 24, 2013 at 11:59PM EST.
• 3 winners will be chosen to receive a $500 Swarovski gift card by a panel of style expert judges: Kelly Saks of KellysKlosetBlog.com,  Hazzle of LipstickLaceandLattes.com, and Flor de Maria of FlordeMariaFashion.com.

#SwarovskiRIO 

Disclosure: This contest is sponsored by Swarovksi who has compensated me for my participation. All thoughts & opinions are always my own. 

Your Chance to Model for Original Penguin (Miami)

Have what it takes to be an Original Penguin model? Prove it!

The All-American brand is scouting for 10 college age students with model looks to participate in festivities at the grand opening of their new Dadeland Mall outpost this April. The casting call is open to both girls & guys age 18 & over and will take place this Saturday at the Original Penguin store on Lincoln Road. A judging panel comprised of Ocean Drive Magazine editors will select six lucky ladies and four guys to live model at the launch party next month. In addition to the opportunity to model for a major fashion brand, those that get the gig will score $500 in clothing!


IF YOU GO:
Saturday, March 23rd | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Original Penguin Miami 
925 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach

**You must be 18 in order to participate.**  

#Made4Impulse Arrives at Macy's Dadeland

Lookbook: My favorite looks from MADE for Macy's Impulse

MADE Fashion Week's new collection for Macy's Impulse hit stores this week as the first of a series of exclusive collaborations between the indie fashion group and the mega retailer. Designed to inspire personal style, the capsule collection includes versatile pieces like tanks, maxi skirts, skater dresses, moto jackets and vests in edgy galactic and floral prints. I've teamed up with Macy's to celebrate the launch of the collection this Saturday at Macy's Dadeland from 2-4pm and invite you to get a first look at the runway-inspired pieces while enjoying mini-cosmetic and brow makeovers by SmashBox and Benefit, and complimentary beverages by Onli. Guests who get their shop on with me will receive a free gift with any MADE purchase*!   (*While supplies last.)

The MADE for Impulse collection ranges in price from $39 - $139 and is available now at 150 Macy’s stores – including Macy’s Boca Raton Town Center, Broward Mall, Galleria Fort Lauderdale, City Place, Aventura, Pembroke Lakes, South Beach and Dadeland locally – and on macys.com.

IF YOU GO

Saturday, March 16 | 2 PM - 4 PM
Macy's Dadeland - Impulse Department
Fashion Building Level 2
Dadeland Mall
7535 N Kendall Dr
Miami, FL 33156

Wear 2 Where: Ultra Music Festival

Lookbook: The perfect Ultra ensemble, available at Bloomingdale's.

While there's a tech & fashion explosion going on in Austin, Texas this week for SXSW, Miami is gearing up for it's own cultural bomb by way of the Ultra Music Festival. House-heads and neon-loving ravers will descend on Bayfront Park for not one, but two weekends of intense dancing, moshing...and whatever else happens out there. Looking beyond fishnets & jelly bracelets for your ultimate Ultra outfit? Let me help you out...

Music Festival Fashion Presentation

Join me at Bloomingdale's Aventura this Thursday night for a fashion presentation of the latest looks to wear throughout festival season. From Ultra to Coachella, I've styled a show with the hottest trends to rock from coast to coast. DJ Aulden Brown will be spinning festival approved tunes.

If You Go:
Thursday, March 14 | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bloomingdale's Aventura Mall, Level 2
19555 Biscayne Blvd.
Aventura, FL 33180

Get Your Glow on with St. Tropez

Skin is IN at Ultra. Get tips on how to get a celeb-worthy tan just in time for the weekend from celebrity makeup artist Jackie Gomez this Friday at Sephora Aventura. Jackie is Hollywood's go-to-glow lady. (Bey is one of her clients, enough said.) Stop in for a complimentary consultation and learn how to enhance your skin tone with minimal makeup, plus the latest in highlighting & contouring tricks to have you feeling like a Victoria's Secret Angel (Candice Swanepoel is another client) from head-to-toe.

The Deets:
Friday, March 15th | 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Sephora Aventura Mall
19525 Biscayne Blvd. #527
Aventura, FL 33180    

(Giveaway!) Attend a Nicolas Felizola Fashion Show

The first person to email me with the subject line "Send me to see Nicolas Felizola!" will receive 2 tickets to tomorrow's Live on The Green Charity Social Weekend at Trump Doral featuring a runway show of Nicolas Felizola's latest collection accompanied by the sounds of Miami's own DJ Irie. The first annual event looks to bring fashion and music lovers alike to experience a different side of the PGA Tour's WGC-Cadillac Championship, taking place March 6-10th. Venezuelan born Felizola designs elegant works of art for the It crowd. Twice honored as the "Best Designer at Miami Fashion Week," he is a favorite among jet-setters and celebrities, and internationally recognized for his Haute Couture styles. 

Giving Back

The weeklong tournament and weekend events will raise money to support several local char ities.

Benefiting from Friday’s fashion show will be the Irie Foundation that seeks to improve the lives of

South Florida youth through educational and extracurricular opportunities that may not normally be

available to them.

Ready...set...email! Update: Congratulations to Stephanie Diaz!

Fine print: Must be 18 or older to enter. Contest winner must be available to attend event at the Trump Doral Resort on Friday March 8, 2013 at 6pm .

It's a Prom Party at Macy's!

Along with your wedding (and quinceañera,) your prom dress is one you will never forget. If you're like most girls I've asked, you'll love it years after it's last dance. I know I do! But shopping for "the dress" can prove to be a challenge. Back in 2005, I almost gave up after spending the day scouring every clothing store at The Falls. That was until my mom suggested I try on the one at the last store we stopped at. It was a beautiful Jessica McClintock gown in lavender silk, with a hi-low hemline and sweetheart neckline... interestingly enough it's right on-trend today! (Ahead of my time?) I felt like a princess on prom night - just like every girl should.

Prom 2013 is right around the corner and I want to help you find your prom perfect dress! Join me at Macy's Coral Square this Saturday for a shopping experience like no other. We'll have manicures, refreshments, live music, and even an etiquette class to make sure your special night is both classy and memorable.

To top it off? (Mom & Dad will like this) Receive 25% off any regular price or sale junior prom dress and a fabulous swag bag* full of goodies! Shoppers that make the Prom Promise with their parent will also receive a garment bag* for their prom dress.  *While supplies last

Make sure to tweet me @KellySaks & @Macys using #MacysProm and show us your favorite Prom styles from the event!


IF YOU GO
Saturday, March 9, 2013,  2:00 p.m.
Macy’s Coral Square, Level 1
9129 W. Atlantic Blvd. Coral Springs, FL 33071

Here Comes the... Vera!

My favorite look from Vera Wang Bridal 2013 

It Pays to Shop Miami

Miami may not be known as a shopping destination, but as a local I know we have some of the best and most diverse retail outlets in the world. There’s never been a better time to support local shops, as the Greater Miami Convention & Visitor’s Bureau launches Shop Miami Month. Consumers who spend $500 or more from February 1-28 at participating malls, marketplaces and retail establishments will receive a $40 Shop Miami Month Reward Card. My picks on the list? Head to Bloomingdale’s Aventura for exclusive brands like Hoss and Aqua, the new Forever 21 megastore on Lincoln Road for budget friendly statement jewelry, and celeb favorite Peace Love World in Coral Gables for luxe loungewear to live and play in.

Already shopped this month? Get your reward by sending a scanned copy of your receipts totaling $500 or more via e-mail to ShopMiamiMonth@gmcvb.com with the following information:

• Full Name
• Mailing address (where the card will be mailed to)
• Phone Number
• Birthday
• Name of Mall of where items were purchased

For a complete list of participating stores and more information about receiving your gift card visit www.shopmiamimonth.com

Golden Globes Fashion Hits & Misses (CBS Miami)

Argo, Les Mis, and Girls (my fave!) won big at last night's Golden Globes, but today was all about fashion accolades. I joined CBS Miami's Lisa Petrillo and Neiman Marcus' Katharine Rubino to dish on our favorite, and not so favorite, looks from the red carpet. While there were no major standouts or train wrecks to discuss (Jodie Foster's speech aside) my best dressed actress made me want to run to the spray tan booth and break out my MAC m'orange lipstick. Watch the video & chime in: Do you agree with my best & worst dressed picks?

What I Wore 

In the newsroom with Neiman Marcus' Katharine Rubino & CBS 4's Lisa Petrillo 

1. Forever21 Tropical Print Blouse 2. H&M Faux Leather Circle Skirt (similar) 3. Jessica Simpson Evangela Heels (last seen)
SHOP THE LOOK

I-Spy (All About the Details)

Styling by Kelly Saks

Photography by Emma Del Rey

The beginning of a new year brings a clean slate... and sometimes, a new wardrobe, too! Over the holidays, while I was settling into my new home, I decided to purge all the things from my closet that no longer fit my style or just didn't make me happy. (I sold them off at my Kloset Klean Out sale & raised money for Dress for Success Miami. The rest went to those in need.) Presents, and ZARA's semi-annual sale, made sure my closet wasn't empty for long. The latter is where I discovered this studded trench coat, which I instantly had to have. Not that you need a trench in Miami It's a classic, you always need a trench coat in your closet. As for the presents, two of my favorites come together to form a playful pair - a lime green silicone Ice Watch and my beloved Hello Kitty on a studded Swarovski leather cuff. I love taking classic pieces and wearing them in unexpected ways; it's a great way to mix-up your wardrobe and get out of a fashion rut.

The first week of the year is behind us and I've already worn a trench coat as a dress (while walking my dog, no less) and worked with a new photographer - thanks Emma! - I wonder what the remaining 51 weeks have in store... I'm ready.

Jewels, Buckles, Studs and a pop of lime! It's all about the details.

Watch c/o Ice Watch, Available exclusively at Macy's | Hello Kitty bracelet c/o Swarovski

Studded Trench Coat by ZARA (Similar)

Jeffrey Campbell Donata Heels via Shop Akira | Melie Bianco Bag available at Nordstrom Dadeland Mall

Studded Trench Coat by ZARA (Similar)

Face: Clinique Pore Perfecting Foundation & Bobbi Brown Pretty Pink Blush 

Lips: MAC Lip Pencil in Currant

Khloé models a pink pearl leash avalable at The Dog Bar

SHOP THE LOOK

A Very Glamorous New Year

Call me superstitious, but I'm a firm believer that the way you welcome a new year sets the tone for the next 365 days. 2012 was full of surprises, success (thanks to your support!) and change, so I wanted to start the year with a positive outlook, ready to embrace new chapters in both my personal and professional life. What better way to say I will reign supreme in '13 than by donning a regal bun and dreamy lace gown courtesy of Hoss Intropia. (The bun worked for Miss USA and newly crowned Miss Universe, Olivia Culpo... once a pageant girl, always a pageant girl.) Dressed to the nines and surrounded by the ones I love, I kicked off 2013 feeling glamorous and ready to shine - sealed with a midnight kiss!

What I Wore: Dress by Hoss Intropia, available at Bloomingdale's Aventura. Vintage Earrings & Forever21 Bracelet. Hair & makeup by me :)

Spanish tradition: Eat 12 grapes before midnight...
make a wish for each month of the new year.

12:00:00  xx

This year I challenge you to express yourself, do the thing you've always wanted to but keep putting off, spread joy, and find your happy place - whatever that may be. "Remember happiness doesn't depend upon who you are or what you have; it depends solely on what you think." ~Dale Carnegie

Cheers!