Tuesday, November 27, 2007
armani dresses the wife and versace the mistress
This is a toughie - sophisticated skirt suit with elegant clutch or hot pink trenchcoat with clear hooker slides?
I'll take the former.
Pictures (respectfully) stolen from: NeimanMarcus.com
Saturday, November 24, 2007
opi: holiday in hollywood
And I do my nails every week.
There is a solution for those of with nail polish A.D.D. - the mini-collections. For every collection, OPI does a sample of four polishes in bottles 1/4 of the size of normal bottles. I've been lucky enough to find one for the Russian collection and Holiday in Hollywood collection. Granted, they do not contain every single colour but I'd like to believe that they choose the prettiest ones.
Picture (respectfully) stolen from: OPI.com
Friday, November 23, 2007
happy black friday!
Thank goodness for online shopping - $250 Christian Louboutins are not worth my sanity.
RevolveClothing.com launched the 2nd round of its massive Thanksgiving sale. I snagged the Diesel belt and Keds I've been eyeing for a little while, along with this gorgeous Da-Nang shirt with a ridiculous markdown!
Pictures (respectfully) stolen from: RevolveClothing.com
Thursday, November 8, 2007
i'm such a tool
I do, and it's mostly Abercrombie. And I'm actually really embarassed.
Their t-shirts and sweatshirts are extremely comfortable and cheap and amazing campus wear. The sweaters they make have gotten a little bit better in terms of quality (the cashmere is actually decent - still scratchy after some wear though) and the cuts are fairly up-to-date. I wouldn't touch their denim with a 3 meter pole, but I do have an Abercrombie winter jacket.
This sweater, for example. I love it. You can't even tell there's an Abercrombie logo on it.
Allegra - $89.50
Fashion Fleece vs. Classic Fleece: Can you tell which is which?
The best part about Abercrombie? Their clearance section is constantly being updated! Since their styles never really change from year to year, you can always stock up for the following year cheaply at the end of the season.
So yeah, I guess I'm a tool. I just can't stay away!
Pictures (respectfully) stolen from: Abercrombie.com
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
i wish karl lagerfeld were my friend
The latest and greatest on Balenciaga:
"Prints are for middle-aged women with weight problems."
It's funny because it's true.
twenty8twelve by sienna miller
I am not by any means a Sienna Miller fan. I've been told she is a style icon and while I don't disagree, I am not a fan of her style. I prefer structure and simplicity while she is more boho and crazy. She takes risks that I never would.
When I heard she had a line out, I dismissed it almost immediately. Actually, I'm pretty sure I have never seen anything from it until today after browsing the Neiman Marcus Private Sale.
And now, I absolutely adore this collection.
Twenty8Twelve Jacket $430, Bow-tie Dress $460
Twenty8Twelve Cropped Leather Jacket $550, Tank $230, Skinny Jeans $260
These pieces are a bit edgier. The detailing at the back of the jacket is very pretty. I'm not sure I'd pay $230 for a tank, especially one as unappealing as this, but it complements the jacket nicely.
Sienna Miller, not that you care, but you have my eternal respect for designing such gorgeous clothing. Even if you do wear pantyhose alone in public.
Pictures respectfully stolen from: NeimanMarcus.com
on the fence: AE Cable Knit Slipper
American Eagle AE Cable Knit Slipper in 'Grey' $34.5o
Do you wear them with socks? Because then the socks would show from the back. But it's too cold to wear them without socks.
I kinda like them though. Cable knit is hot.
Picture (respectfully) stolen from: AE.com
tis the season to be jolly
Time to get your shop on!
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
the christmas book
booty rockin' everywhere
Picture (respectfully) stolen from: Blaec.com
Monday, November 5, 2007
i'm a tough bitch
It almost makes me want to be a banker, or a lawyer, or some other type of career where business professional is mandatory attire.
Almost.
Pictures (respectfully) stolen from: Adasa.com
double take: laundry by design
Sunday, November 4, 2007
the neiman marcus le balenciaga lariat
If Harper's Bazaar can agree that the Motorcycle handbags are now considered classic, this baby will be worth a fortune in a few years as its quantities are very limited.
I still love my Ink more.
Picture (respectfully) stolen from: Forum.PurseBlog.com
Saturday, November 3, 2007
the resort previews are already out!
I'm rather fond of the new Stella McCartney. Linens, warm pink and purple florals and pale green give it a light, spring-like mood.
Pictures (respectfully) stolen from: NeimanMarcus.com
october shopping
Keds 'Champion Buffalo Mini Slip-On' in Black/White Smoke: I've been seeing buffalo print a lot lately and decided to jump on the bandwagon. These shoes are cute, comfy and unique. What more can you ask for? Oh yeah, cheap!
So yeah, I have issues because this is me "cutting back" on shopping.
breakout: quentin and claude
As L.A.-based designers, Olaf Derlig and Moises Chavez have the typical laid-back/rock star partier/skater boy feel to their graphic t-shirts. Their scarves, however, are fantastic. They remind me of the women's scarves that Morphine Generation came up with earlier this year. Very soft cotton with pretty abstract pictures.
Shots of their Spring 2008 collection are already up on their website (http://www.quentinandclaude.com/) and definitely worth checking out.
Pictures (respectfully) stolen from: Revolveclothing.com
Friday, November 2, 2007
oh, how the almighty have fallen
They've butchered their original red and white tag in favour of a Levis-esque tan patch. The pocket shapes have also been slightly altered, to give a rounder look. Along with this redesign, they've introduced a new set of painted horseshoes, pictured left. Tacky much?
Perhaps that's the driver behind their falling share price. Shareholders are not keen on ugly back pockets.
Pictures (respectfully) stolen from: RevolveClothing.com
the shopstyle facebook application
It allows you to create "looks" using items from various online boutiques and department stores. If you're a huge online shopper like me, it's a great way to organize your wardrobe too!
Picture (respectfully) stolen from: Facebook.com
trend alert: embellished blazers
These two in particular caught my eye for the season. Both share similarities but are strikingly different in the look they strive to create.
From left: Eve Gravel 'English M' Jacket - $180, Miss Sixty 'Chiu' Winter Jacket - $398
A definite improvement from the tacky designs of Rock & Republic. No wonder the only place you can find these are on eBay or department store outlets.
Pictures (respectfully) stolen from: LuxeLabel.com, RevolveClothing.com, HonestForum.com
soia & kyo > mackage
Though both labels come from the same Montreal-based design team, I can't help but favour Soia & Kyo, pictured below.
Soia & Kyo 'Millie' Double-Breasted Trenchcoat - $224
Soia & Kyo 'Eliana' Coat - $325
Mackage 'Filippa' Coat - $660
Mackage 'Jessy Ann' Short Coat - $495
Mackage does have the one-up in the chic but cozy sweater department though.Mackage 'Amira' Sweater Cardigan - $363
Thursday, November 1, 2007
double take: forever 21
We have this lovely cashmere Vince sweater from last fall's collection priced at $275. The Forever 21 version, albeit somewhat less luxurious though complete with safety pin, is available this fall for a whopping $32.80.
i've only just discovered urban outfitters
I know that it's touted as THE place for wannabe hipsters to find their stuff, but they actually do have some really cute clothing and accessories. You'd be hard pressed to find such a wide selection of inexpensive scarves anywhere else online.
Plaid Flannel Bootie - $48.00
opi: from russia with love
Black nails are out, but almost black nails are so chic!
Picture (respectfully) stolen from: OPI.com