New York Live segment: how to upgrade spring basics

A few weeks ago I filmed a style segment for NBC's New York Live and it finally aired last week. It was all about how to spice up your spring essentials, particularly a little black dress, denim jacket and pencil skirt. Though summer is officially just a few weeks away, your spring threads are most likely still in heavy rotation.Check out how to make these basics look anything but basic.

Marilyn Monroe, summer sundressAnother week, another new collection from one of our favorite retail chains. The latest one comes from Macy's. The retailer is debuting a line inspired by a cinematic icon.

Starting this month, macys.com and 150 Macy's stores will carry the Marilyn Monroe line. Priced at $29-$89, it aims to recreate the "icon's noteworthy personality this spring," according to a press release. It features lightweight summer dresses, cropped tops and shorts perfect for a breezy spring or hot summer day.

today show, patrice j. williams, looking fly on a dime
If you guys like my Facebook fan page {closing in on 4,000 fan, thanks!} or follow me on Instagram {@LookingFlyonaDime}, then the title of the post should come as no surprise to you. But...I'll be appearing on a segment for The Today Show. I can't tell you how excited I am. The segment airs live {eek} on Tuesday, October 9 during the 9am hour of the show.
This opportunity actually came about after I appeared on The Nate Berkus Show throughout last season.

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