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Splurge or Steal: Strapless Dress 2008-03-07 09:42:57 I love strapless dresses for the pure fact that they work for my body. This spring, show of your decollete in a strapless dress. I am partial to dresses with an A-line, however, there are times when a nicely tailored slim fit works on accentuating curves. If you have the money to splurge on a dress for spring, go for the Dolce & Gabbana Belted Strapless dress. The tailored piece is stunning with side pockets and a belt. The dress is $2,495.00 at Neiman Marcus. I really can't see myself paying that much for this dress. Since I am not about to break the bank for a dress, what are my other options?Answer: J.Crew Silk Taffetta Dress. The dress is similar to the D&G dress but is available for a fraction of the cost. At a low price of just $215, I can afford to get a cute belt to put on top for Read more:Steal
Erickson Beamon Glam Rock Chandelier 2008-03-07 09:07:15 Get fixated on this the glammed out Erickson
Beamon Glam Rock Chandelier
. This chandelier is a definite showstopper; however, since I live in an apartment, I am not going to be spending $35,000. The one of a kind dazzler is all glitz and glamour. Think: fab dinner parties in your brand new downtown condo or brand new house for a group of pals. I love love love.
From Ghana with Love 2008-03-06 21:59:52 Once in a while I discover clothing labels that make me stop dead in my tracks. Sika Designs is no exception. I discovered this designer, Phyllis Taylor, last year at the Runway Africa fashion show in Washington, DC. The concept of the clothing line is ingenious. The clothes are inspired by the rich and diverse culture of Ghana, West Africa but styled in European cuts and shapes. Fabrics are hand selected in Ghanaian markets and hand made by women in Ghana. The company's mission is to empower women to be entrepreneurs and help them establish a monthly income to help their families. Now that's a concept I can wrap my mind and my wallet around.I simply adore this coat in chocolate brown and that poufy A-line skirt. I can only think of one thing, pair the skirt with a cute J.Crew t-shirt, add
London Bridge Is Falling Down 2008-03-06 21:20:53 Check out these gorgeous earrings dripping with two London Blue Topaz gems. Your heart will flutter in these ocean blue stunners. I love the bali silver flower rondelles set atop the gems. The sterling silver earwires are handmade. These earrings can be yours for just $38 at Etsy.com, one of my new favorite websites.
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KLS Bell Sleeve Gown 2008-03-06 21:11:07 I am havinf flashbacks of Hilary Swank in the blue Calvin Kline deep plunge back jersey dress the actress wore to the Oscars a few years back. Fast forward to 2008 and check out this sexy evening number from Kimora Lee Simons' KLS line. This dress is a jawdropper; from the front, it looks very plain, but turn around and it's like WHOA! with the dualing gold dragons on the bag. SEXY. I love the long bell sleeves and the crew neckline. Just pair this dress with a simple clutch, Jimmy Choo slingbacks and chandellier earrings and you are set for a night to remember. The dress is available online for $445.
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Mellow Yellow 2008-03-06 20:33:37 In preparation for spring, I am paying tribute to the color yellow. Yellow
is such a happy color, which is why it's so abstuse to hear the term mellow yellow. Here are a few of my favorite things for spring. Good bye mellow, hello yellow.Marc Jacobs Nylon Hobo bag, $168 at Neiman Marcus.Vera Wang Lavender Label strapless metallic dress, $480. Think Gold Cup or Preakness in May. This top makes my heart flutter. This Woven Embroidered Tunic available at Forever 21 is so adorable and only $19.80.Cute floral Betsey Johnson D'Orsay Peeptoe Pumps, $150.
Stuart Weitzman Bogus Satin Platform Sandal 2008-03-06 20:14:18 Mmm...mmm...mmmmm...I am fantasizing about summers at the waterfront in Georgetown, cotton candy and lollipops. I am dreaming of spring trips and summer outings in these decadent pink platforms by StuartWeitzman
. This sandal will turn heads. I love the woven rope heel and the bow detail perched atop this shoe. The Stuart WeitzmanBogusSatinPlatformSandal
is available at Neiman Marcus for just $300. Boys will be falling at your feet. This shoe is everything but bogus.
You Decide: Hot or Not 2008-03-06 16:37:05 I know what you are thinking right now, 'WHO IN THEIR RIGHT MINDS WOULD PUT THIS MONSTROSITY ON?' well it's not an illusion. I had to post this shoe out of pure delight. Killer shoes graced the runways of avant-garde designers like Alexander McQueen, Antonio Berardi and even Marc Jacobs. Apparently I didn't get the memo that heels are LITERALLY out. From New York to Paris to Milan, models gracefully walked the runway in shoes that twist conventional thinking. Ladies, would you ever rock this shoe out? I would actually try these Antonio Berardi shoe and see if I could go dancing in heel-less shoes. If you want something completely different, these are a definite DO.
Stars and Stripes 2008-03-06 15:56:26 Don't adjust your computer screens, this is not a test. Eley Kishimoto has got me seeing stripes and lots of it in her spring 08 collection. The designer mixed florals and bold spring hues like yellow and orange for edgy looks that fashionistas only dream of wearing. My favorite out of her collection is this simple striped dress with yellow trimming. Pair this dress with some flops for brunch or strut to the club with this attention getter. Kishimoto's line is available at ASOS and Creature of Comfort.
The Pink Panther 2008-03-06 15:12:41 I immediately grabbed my credit card when I saw this Angel Jackson Suede Jaguar Bag.
The picture says it all. I love the pink suede fabric. The gold jaguar is fierce. If you can't afford the car, I can't, why not go for this fetching bag for just $389. The bag comes in mouth watering khaki and a ferocious fuschia.
Remember bold colors are in for spring so go ahead and turn some heads with the fuschia bag. You can carry the bag using the bucket handles or us it as a should bag with the gold chain handle.
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Jeepers Peepers Swan Arm Sunglasses 2008-03-06 14:59:06 Jackie O inspired sunglasses are a must for spring. On my quest to find a good pair of sunglasses, I was hit with a dilemma. The problem: To splurge or to Scrimp? I go through sunglasses like water and I definitely hate losing $600 Chanel sunglasses. So, instead of splurging for a pair of Gucci sunglasses, I decided to get these Jeepers Peepers Swan Arm sunglasses instead. The shades are perfect for spring. Thin gold swan grace the arms of these delish sunglasses. These shades are an upgrade of the Jackie O inpsired frames of yester-year. The best part about getting them, not breaking the bank. It's a steal at just $35. SCORE.
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Pour Some Sugar On Me 2008-03-06 08:56:03 Happy Birthday to Sugar
Boutique. Yes yes yes, Sugar is turning 5 on Saturday, March 7th and although still too young to sip on some champagne, the ladies of Sugar are inviting all fashionistas for a day of shopping. No need to bring presents, just your credit card and a smile. Enjoy 25 percent off of all spring merchandise and snag some baubles from jewelry designers Ruth Barzel, who will be hosting a trunk show in the store. As if deep discounts and jewelry aren't enough, satisfy your sweet tooth with yummy cupcakes and snacks. The sale starts at 10:30 a.m. and ends around 6:30 p.m. now that is my kind of party. Sugar Boutique is located on Wisconsin Avenue at 1633 Wisconsin Ave. NW, b/t Reservoir Rd. & Q St.
Good-Buy Alex Boutique 2008-03-06 08:54:24 Should auld acquaintance be forgot,And never brought to mind?Should auld acquaintance be forgot,And days o’ lang syne!Say it ain't so; Alex Boutique
is going out of business and will be having a ginormous sale this weekend. Everything in the store is 60-80 percent off. Yes that means you get to fill your closet with pieces from design lables like Iodice, Toggery, and Orangia at a fraction of the price. It's sad I know but their loss is your gain. Grab your shopping outfit and get ready to shop. The sale is from Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., noon-6 p.m. Alex Boutique is located at 1919 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, b/t 19th & 20th Sts. (entrance on Eye St.).
Got Me Twisted and Knotted Inside 2008-03-05 16:54:17 Question: 'Why do you have to buy another bag? Don't you have one that looks exactly like that one?' Answer: 'uuuuuuuhhhhhhhh NO!' Check out this clutch by designer Katherine Kwei. The metallic lambskin is so fetching and it goes so well with the bold rich colors of spring. I love the woven knots on the clutch. It definitely adds a bit of pizzazz. The bag is available at Neiman Marcus for $635. Kwei knows a thing or two about bold designs; she interned with Zac Posen and Louis Vuitton. I guess a little bit of their magic rubbed off on her because this bag is hot.
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One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish 2008-03-05 16:40:09 Are you a girl who likes fishing for compliments? Well fish no more because I have a showstopping ring that will get you compliments left and right. Jewelry designer Frank Gehry has designed a collection for Tiffany and Co. and among the stellar contemporary designs, I am loving the Fish collection. Here are to of my favorite pieces.The first one is 3-Fish ring which has sterling silver, ebony wood, pernambuco wood fish glazed atop the ring. I love the combo of ebony and pernambuco (if you are a violinist or ever played a string instrument, you know that that is premium wood). The 3-Fish Ring is $500. If you like simplicity, go for the 1-Fish in sterling silver. The 1-Fish ring is $225.
Weleda Body Oil 2008-03-05 14:59:50 I hate dry ashy skin, especially in the winter. During the winter time, I go through about two bottles of lotion; however, there are other times that I opt for body oils. Body oils are great for moisturizing right after the shower and personally, it gets absorbed faster and keeps the skin supple for hours. I know what you are thinking, 'eeww body oils are greasy and stain your clothes.' Not so I tell ya. Body oils are no longer for just massages and sun tanning. I just discovered a skin care line that I am absolutely crazy about,Weleda Body Oil kit. The kit comes with six essential body oils. For just $12, you get a travel size bottle of the Sea Buckthorn Body Oil, Lavender Relaxing Body Oil, Birch Cellulite Oil, Arnica Massage Oil, Wild Rose Body Oil and the Citrus Refreshing Body Oil. I
Put A Cork In It 2008-03-05 13:17:54 No I am not telling you to SHUT-UP! I AM A WINO! I love wine and could probably finish an entire bottle of "Saint-Aubin Les Pucelles" Lami Pillot chardonnay in one sitting. I know there's a name for that but whatev. Since the surgeon general warns of the adverse effects of too much wine, I decided to wear my wine instead of drink it. No I am not going to soak in a tub of vino...although a tub of bubbly would be so decadent. Check out this fab cork necklace from Maison Martin Margiela. This necklace is so cute. It is definately a show piece. Grab some attention by pairing it with a pencil skirt, a cute frilly top and some pumps. The Maison Martin Margiela Cork Necklace is made of polished silver; the cork pendant dangles from a link chain. The necklace is available at eLuxury for $225.
Good Girl Gone Bad 2008-03-05 12:11:30 No I am not talking about Rihanna's album. I think I am on my way to the dark side with my choice of under things lately. Yes I said under things - so sue me. WARNING: Before you proceed to read any further, let me just tell you that you are about to discover some pretty intimate things about me and I am not talking about my social security number. When it comes to underwear, I have three categories, the Victoria's Secret panties for my daily workouts, Hanes for the period days (ahem), my naughty girl collection of Agent Provocateur and La Perla lingerie that I cannot live without. Yea you might laugh at the thought. A lot of women save their most expensive panties and bras for special occasions. THAT IS STUPID. If you bought it, wear it. I just ordered a couple of Agent Provocateur pantie
Holly Go Lightly 2008-03-03 16:16:12 I have oodles and oodles of clothes, shoes and bags; however, I could not pass up the opportunity to snag this fab Fontanelli weekender. Sure the bag has many uses, like lugging all your gym clothes to and from work, but I prefer something more exotic like a quick weekend trip to Napa or Miami. I love the glitzy sheen of the calf leather and the color is absolutely hot. Why go black when you can be glam in Blue. The bag comes with ginormous compartments for all your makeup and other goodies you might need on your weekend excursion. THe bag is also available in a black croc leather. YUM! Nothing beats a well made Italian leather bag, well leather ANYTHING for that matter. Grab this bag on-line for $699 at Forzieri Italy.
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Glam Girl Tip: Leather Card Case for Business Cards 2008-02-28 22:51:11 In a city filled with so many business professionals, one must carry business cards at all times. Why? I doubt you want to give your personal number to everyone you meet. It irks me when I see people rummage through their bag to find a freakin' business card. Arg. Give me a break. In this day and age, if you've managed to become a professional, then you MUST travel in style. That means everything on your person needs to be in its rightful place. Business
cards SHOULD, I repeat, SHOULD be carried in a card case. Having your business card in a card case not only makes you look more important and put together, it also allows you to find it your cards faster. Instead of buying the generic silver card case, why not show some personality with a leather case or a splash of color and you initials. Read more:Leather
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Cal'uka St. Tropez Collection 2008-02-28 21:56:50 I like the finer things in life, well who wouldn’t? Jet setting off to London for a weekend? CHECK. Dinner with hot guy? CHECK. Having everything my little heart desires? Uhhh NO CHECK. I love anything Italian, be it Italian food, Italian shoes (hey Luciano Padovan), Italian handbags, Italian Men. It seems that Italy has the best of everything. Camilla, Ludovica and Carolina, three sisters are redefining Italian lux with their accessories line called Cal’uka St. Tropez. The girls used to spend summers lingering under the St. Tropez sun and because of it’s captivation, they decided to launch Cal’uka to immortalize St. Tropez. Hand crafted in Italian workmanship and design, the collection evokes exoticness (if that’s even a word). What’s in the collection you ask? Clutches and to
Lux Jewels for Less: Rich Rocks 2008-02-28 21:25:55 Love David Yurman yet can't afford to stock your jewelry chest with his jewelry? Rest easy fashionista, you can have your cake and eat it too...well not exactly. You can get a lot of the designer looks for less without doing that much searching. All you need is a computer and a mouse and a credit card to get everything your heart designers. Rich Rocks
NYC is an awesome site to remember if you want lux jewelry that looks so good even you will forget that you got it so cheap. The line of necklaces, cuffs, bangles galore are made to look so decadent on your body because of the high quality gold plated wire and cubic zirconia. Who cares if the rock you are wearing is not real gold? I am loving a lot of the gold in the collection, it brings back memories of summers sipping on coronas and martin Read more:Jewels
Jovovich-Hawk Clothing Line at Target 2008-02-28 21:08:53 So you didn't get a change to go to any of the fashion weeks, TOUGH! At least you saved some money to buy lots of great stuff for spring. Snap once if you love bargains...shout halleluyah if you just can't get enough of all the new celebrity clothing lines. I guess as a celebrity, the next realm to conquer after acting is clothing design. Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Sienna Miller, Usher, P. Diddy, Sarah Jessica Parker...now Milla Jovovich
. Yes ladies, the ass-kicking star of Resident Evil and Fifth Element is is coming out with a clothing line for Target
. You can mix and match pieces in the collection to get a myriad of looks. The collections includes smock dresses, tunics, minis, all vintage-inspired, great prints. I love the three button vest and the frilly floral tops in the collection. Yo Read more:Clothing
Satin and Pearls: Lanvin Necklace 2008-02-28 20:45:26 I saw this fab Lanvin
necklace delicately grazing Sarah Michelle-Gellar's neck. I love the combination of the satin ribbon with the pearls. It is so delicate and obvi, Mrs. Freddie Prinze, Jr. is channeling Audrey Hepburn. It is such a classy look. Her frilly dress and the haute necklace strikes a delicate balance. It is sexy and classy and not over or understated. Lanvin created a couple of ribbon pearl combos but this is my absolute favorite. Check out Barney's for other colors. This exact necklace is available on-line at Barney's New York for $715. P.S. that dress is FIERCE! She layered two of the necklaces for this look. If you can't break the bank to get this necklace, you can get the same look for check out Forever 21 for a cheaper version, the Vintage Ribbon Necklace
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Life.Love.Liberty Jewelry 2008-02-28 10:06:05 I started designing jewelry as a hobby but now I am thinking about venturing out of my comfort zone and sell it fashionistas out there. Here are a couple of pictures of some of the ones I made for a friend's photoshoot. More to come!These earrings are so adorable I want to snag them for myself. Loving the self promo right now. Toffee Swarovski crystals adorn the gold platted sterling silver. Simple but very elegant when paired with a cocktail dress. Don't mind the Dell logo; I needed a solid background. I love the black pearls. All my jewelry are strung on high quality silk thread for durability. I finished off the necklace with a sterling silver toggle clasp. The earrings are also on sterling silver wire with sterling silver earring hooks.I love the color contrast of this pearl necklace. Read more:Jewelry
Headbands 2008-03-12 20:17:08 The one thing I have mastered is how to create a cute bun that can transition from day to night; however, there are times that I just want t put my hair up in a ponytail and call it a day. Ponytails can be boring and there is so much you can do to change the look of a pony. One thing I usually do is to wrap a few pieces of my hair around the ponytail or wrap my pony with a cute ponytail holder. Sometimes all the ponytail techniques in the world still leave me wanting something fresh. Enter the headband. Headbands are versatile and can update a pony or even a messy updo. I love headbands because they keep my hair out of my face and they come in so many different colors, patterns and shapes that the possibilities are endless. Here are a few of my favorites.J. Crew Wide Leopard Headband, $20;
Hi Low Spring Look 2008-03-11 20:13:43 Spring is in the air, everytime you look around and it's no wonder most DC glam girls are bum rushing stores to get the latest spring looks. One thing you must learn to do is mix and match peices in your closet; whether it's a mix of expesive and inexpensive pieces or a mix of florals and stripes, fashion is all about fun and risk and this spring is no exception. Check out this look I put together for work and a happy hour or dinner with the girls. This outfit is a mix of expensive pieces from Neiman Marcus and a couple of accessories that pull the entire look together. I started with the dress, which reminds is so vintage and chic and began layering with the Tom Ford sunglasses and then the other accessories followed. The total look here is around $817 but you can definitely get this look Read more:Spring
Light My Fire: Dolce Candles 2008-03-11 17:50:27 Candles are sensual and add an air of romanticism to any decor. I went to an event at We One You Two a couple of weeks ago and discovered the Dolce
Group candles. If you don't know what the Dolce Group is, you best do your research. The Dolce Group own celebrity restaurants like Geisha House, Dolce Enoteca, The Boardroom and Bella Cucina just to name a few. If you can't make it to Los Angeles or even Alabama to hob nob with Ashton Kutcher, Dolce Enoteca, or Will Valderama, Geisha House, then get the next best thing...their candles. The Dolce candles come in alluring scents like:• Tiramisu at Dolce: sweet smelling candle true to the decadent dessert, with a creamy cocoa scent complimented with sweet Tahitian vanilla• Romance in Rome: a seductive mixture of sweet notes such as peach and Read more:Candles
So Sneaky 2008-03-11 17:00:55 I live my life in heels and wedges but there are times when my calves need a break. Thanks to wearing 3 inch and over heels every day, my calves have developed nicely. Who needs calf raises when you can strut in heels and get the same effect? There are times when I need a break from towering over my competition and sink back down to earth to my 5'4" feet status. I am going shopping this weekend for some sneakers but I have no idea what to get. Besides my Nike Shox, New Balance 501 and Nike soccer cleats, I have nothing cute and stylish to pair with my jeans on days I want to walk around in flats. I found a couple of sneakers that look pretty cute so I am going to hop over to Puma, Adidas, Foot Locker and Chanel to see if I can get some cute sneakers to wear. I am not sure whether to get hi Read more:Sneaky
Splurge or Steal: Knotted Open-Toe Sandal 2008-03-11 16:05:20 At the request of friends, I have decided to start doing a splurge or steal section every week. My friend Lauren loves Christian Louboutin (who wouldn't?) and wants to snag the Knotted Open-Toe sandals for an outfit she is putting together for her birthday party. Since she's almost broken the bank buying a D&G dress and a Jimmy Choo clutch, she can't afford to get the $865 pair of Louboutins. She came to me for help and I immediately went to work looking for a similar pair for my darling Lauren. She promised me a drink at the bar if I could find it by the end of the week. Well Lauren....HAHAHAH I found 'em and you owe me a martini hun. Christian Louboutin Knotted Peep-toe sandal in Black or Burgundy for $865.Steve Madden Knot-front in black or pewter pumpavailable at Victoria's Secret for Read more:Steal
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