Kara Allan, stylist to the NoVa and Washington DC fashionistas, has some expert advice for women on the go. She recently took a team to The Ann Taylor store at Tyson’s to capture the 2011 spring trends and to showcase how businesswomen can wear them.
“I take my clients to Ann Taylor because they have the best basic pieces for working women hands down. I love the flirty feminine dresses for day and evening and the beautiful accessories that complement any outfit,” she says.

Daphna Kalman agrees, adding that she can always find something, whether she’s representing her company or out with friends in DC. Daphna needs this versatility as she is the President and CEO of Mashed Pixel (mashedpixel.com) a company that creates customizable devices and user-friendly applications for smartphones. Daphna looks great in an Abstract Trail Print Top ($78), Ponte Pencil Skirt ($78), Dangling Crystal Necklace ($48), Tassel Earrings ($38), and Glimmer Stretch Bracelet ($88)



Rania Jaziri appreciates Ann Taylor for giving her the ability to choose clothes that fit her ‘on the go’ lifestyle. Born in Tunisia and raised in Germany, Rania got involved in sports at an early age and her enthusiasm led her to achieve success in the health and fitness field. Last year she opened Jordin's Paradise (jordinsparadise.com), which attracts an extremely diverse population, well suited in the international city of Washington, DC. Rania is wearing a Metallic V-Neck Pullover in Stone Ash ($78) with the Modern Denim Trousers ($88).


Maggy Francois feels that Ann Taylor gives her the chic, modern and classic look she needs. She should know. Since 1996, Maggy has been providing behind the scenes productions for fashion shows, working with well-known designers from Betsey Johnson to Sean “Diddy” Combs. Currently, Maggy is expanding her events management company (maggyfrancois.com) to serve a high profile socialites market. She purrs in the Wild Leopard Print Dress ($158).


Kara ‘s Blurred Bronze Silk Sheath ($99) is the perfect dress to wear while providing styling services to her high-powered clients, working with Stacy London on her new national venture Style for Hire, being the Glambassador for Glamour Magazine or giving advice to I Am Modern Magazine readers.