Category Archives: fashion

03.22.11

Recession-Proof Style

As some of you know, I am now a contributor for I AM Modern Magazine, and I had to share with you some of the bargains that I put together for my first piece.

Below are some steals and deals that I found at two local stores (I actually own the coral dress from Forever 21 and it’s perfect. Not too short, as many of their dresses tend to be. Here are two looks that won’t break the bank. The first one is from Forever 21– the entire outfit is under $100!

1. Ruffle Dress– $19.80

2. Bangles– $5.80

3. Sunglasses– $5.80

4. Belt– $8.80

5. Earrings– $3.80

6. Peeptoe Wedge- $23.80

7. Date Night Bag– $20.80

Next we have a look put together at JCPenney… perfect for day or night. This whole look will cost you a total of $139.95!

1. Flower Earrings– $14.99

2. Olliff Clutch– $29.99

3. Ruffle Dress- $39.99 (in stores only.)

4. Chip Bracelet- $14.99

5. Laurra Sandal- $39.99

With all of the inexpensive options out there, you don’t need to have a million bucks to look like it!

03.18.11

Cross My Heart..

Cross-body bags came back with a vengeance last fall, and they are sticking around for Spring. These super-versatile bags work well for moms, students as well as those of us who just carry around a lot of sh$t.

Here are some bags to cross your heart with this spring:

1. Messenger Bag– $225

2. Melissa Satchel– $365

3. Franny Tote– $358

4. Tellie Leather Bag– $1,175

5. Totally Turnlock Lucy– $373.50

6. Back in the Saddle– $59.99

7. Holdall Bag– $80

8. Robinson Satchel– $550

03.02.11

I’m Crushed.

As most of you know, I recently celebrated a birthday. Every year, I am asked for a list by my husband. I have been waiting patiently to ask for this baby; The Crushed Stone Necklace.

Well, much to my disappointment, my favorite color, pink was no longer available. I was crushed. Here are the colors that ARE available. Although they are amazing for such a low price point ($158), I am hoping that Sparking Sage releases some Spring colors soon. Because I am such a giver, I wanted to let you all in on the secret… These necklaces were too good not to share.

03.01.11

My Natural Curiosity Got The Best Of Me.

I love coffee table books. Albertus Seba’s “Cabinet of Natural Curiosities” has been on my wish list for some time now. I kicked myself for not buying a copy for $200 at Anthropologie a few years ago. Now, in minimal production, I am hardly in the market to buy a copy at a $500-$700 pricetag.

A few weeks ago, after seeing this post on Armonia Decors via House of Turquoise I bit the bullet and scored a copy (at $200) here. Literally two days later I received my InStyle Magazine to see this.

See anything familiar?

02.18.11

Seeing Lilly in a Whole New Light.

Whether you love it or hate it, everyone seems to have an opinion of Lilly Pulitzer’s Palm Beach prints. After receiving their new spring catalog, I am seeing Lily in a whole new light. Not that the label has given up on the bright colors and bold patterns that have made them famous– just added some more sophisticated textures and lines that quite frankly, I am loving.. particularly their “Lilly Whites.”

Check out some of these digs from the Spring catalog:

Here are some more items that I am loving:

1. Eryn Dress– $298
2. Set in Stone Wedge– $268
3. Murfee Scarf Dip Dye– $98
4. Wynne Top– $68
5. Chrysoprase Charm Necklace– $550
6. Ric Rac Bangle Set– $58
7. Glam Obi Belt– $38
8. Resort Chic Wedge– $198
9. Kiki Dress-$238 (Do I need to say more???)

02.04.11

TOMS: Shoes For a Better Tomorrow.

Ok, so I am a total hypocrite. One of my friends at work wears a pair of TOMS every casual Friday, and would have to endure my ruthless taunting. “F-ing Hippie” was probably the most popular name of choice. For some reason, these shoes reminded me of the dudes in college who always smelled and sat outside the dining hall playing hacky sack.

So…. two weeks ago, before leaving for our trip, the philanthropist in me took over. I bought a pair of these puppies on a whim and I will be the first to eat a piece of humble pie and tell you that they are THE most comfortable shoes that I have ever worn. I’m sold.

For those of you who are unaware of TOMS, it was a company started by Blake Mycoskie. (Yes, there is no Tom.. TOMS is short for Shoes for Tomorrow.) During a trip to Argentina, he had noticed that they children had nothing to protect their feet. TOMS was born in 2006, and with it’s one to one program, it vows to donate one pair of shoes for every pair of TOMS that are purchased. After starting TOMS, he later returned to Argentina with a delivery of over 10,000 shoes to donate. TOMS now donates to over 24 countries and has now donated over 1 Million pairs of shoes.

Now… knowing what a good heart he has, let’s get a better look at Blake…