Of the many palettes I have in my beauty arsenal the Mom on the Go set from 3 Custom Color is my favorite. You don't have to have kids (I don't!) to appreciate the genius of this kit. It comes with everything you need to create a pretty, well-rested look in only minutes.

The Mom on the Go kit also includes a face powder brush. It comes in warm and cool colors.

Whether you're traveling for business or need to bring your laptop to a meeting downtown, simplify your life with a laptop bag that doubles as your purse. Check out the website Cool Computer Bags for a range of stylish options. My pick is the Urban Junket t.o.t.e. Laptop Messenger Bag / Laptop Backpack, $143. It converts from a tote to a backpack to save your neck and shoulders. To help keep you organized, it has inside and outside pockets, plus one for your cell phone and a detachable key chain. Plus, the laptop bag is made of eco-friendly organic cotton dyed with organic dyes with a lining made of recycled plastic water bottles. Stylish, eco-friendly and smart--a definite winner all around!

As the weather starts to get colder, now is the time to up your body moisturizing routine. You've probably heard that in order to save your skin, you should take shorter, lukewarm showers. But who wants to do that after rolling out of bed on a chilly morning? I, for one, am addicted to long, hot showers. Since I refuse to turn down the temperature, I make up for it by using moisturizing shower products.

Start by trading your bar soap for a creamy body wash, better yet, use one with moisturizer built in, like Dove Cream Oil Body Wash. It cleans and soothes skin at the same time. For an extra moisturizing boost in just seconds, incorporate a body conditioner into your routine. Much like a conditioner for your hair, these body conditioners go on after you've washed your body to soften and soothe. They're a super-timesaver, too, because you simply wash it off in the shower. That means no more waiting for a heavy lotion or cream to soak in before you get dressed. My favorite is Ted Gibson Body Conditioner in Transformation. It's scented with grapefruit and honey. What a delicious way to start your day!

I must confess, I'm probably the only fashion writer in the world who is not a Project Runway devotee. I'm sure if I watched the show, I would fall in love, but I try to limit my reality TV watching. (No judgments if that's all you watch. I manage to find plenty of time for all my fave CW shows.)

Even so, you would have to live under a rock to have missed out on the fabulosity of Christina Siriano, winner of season tk from Project Runway. I picked up his new book, Fierce Style, and immediately regretted not watching him on the show. (I'll have to watch it on Hulu next time Gossip Girl is in reruns.) The book is hilar, fun and chock full of good advice--pictures, too!

I love his chapter on finding personal style. Christian recommends you look to your childhood hobbies/likes to uncover your own flair. See if you fit in one of these categories:

Painter = Boho chic

Horse lover = Equestrian flair

Actress = High impact look

Girlie girl = Romantic frilly dresses

Tomboy = Menswear inspired look

Throughout the book, Christian stresses that fashion doesn't have to be your life, but to look fierce, you do have to take a few chances. So go ahead and buy those green shoes, put on the extra necklace or mix a pattern or two. Now you're ferosh!