New Year's Resolution # 1 - Go Green

The weather’s beginning to make me feel real guilty for my unfriendly environmental actions. Unconscious reprimands have seemingly come from every direction from Al Gore to the intern at my office, Gio: “Go Green” “Green Go”…those words taunt me every time I toss my plastic Poland spring water bottle in the garbage. Yes, I’m guilty as charged. But beginning 2008, I’m turning a new leaf; I’m taking my first step into going green.

We all know those damn plentiful non bio degradable plastic bags do no good. And saving them to use as garbage bags or as emergency shower caps (lol) only helps a little bit, so my 08’ promise is to decrease my use. In it's place will be a canvas eco-friendly tote bag.

Arguably the most “popular” eco-friendly bag….

The official Anya Hindmarch, ”I’m not a plastic bag.” Created to shun the plastic bag and make it non-fashionable. This $58.00 ($10.00 for the U.K. version) bag has been soooo popular that the U.S. version is currently sold out, you have to signup for the newsletter for information on when you can get your name on a pre-order list AND you can now find numerous knock offs on Ebay. Somethings telling me that this trend is defeating the purpose. Is it that serious people? You see a few celebs wear the bag and now it’s a must have? I mean, it’s not like proceeds go to some charitable cause…seriously.

Another eco-friendly option is to go for a bag with a great cause...

The charitable bag , World Food Programme Feed Bag at $59.95 shop amazon

Your purchase of this bag will support the UN World Food Programme and feed a child for a year. Nice.

And here's some more reasonable priced options for the regular folk, like me ;)

The Edie Factory Girl Warhol Tote
Now: $34.00 shop karmaloop

The Mini Tote Bag
Was: $45.00 Now: $21.95 shop karmaloop

Freddie & Ma Vote tote
Now: $28.00 Shop Urban Outfitters

Reuse Me Tote
Now: $12.00 Shop Urban Outfitters

Set of 5 Envirosax Reusable Shopping Bags

Now: $38.00 Shop Urban Outfitters

Foldable enough so you can toss in your own bag!

And yes, I plan on recycling my Poland Spring bottles too.

Funky Fresh - Karmaloop

While surfing the web, I came across this random site, karmaloop, and it immediately caught my attention. This site offers huge urban appeal that features funky designers like, Luxirie (LRG women's line) , Heatherette and Harajuku Lovers.

So here's some my fave picks, all organized into the perfect Saturday look...

We Run NY Hoody by Once Upon a Time in NY

Price: $70.00 (I've seen this elsewhere for $79)

Shop karmaloop.com
The Giardino Handbag by Hype

Was: $275.00

Now: $175.99

Shop Karmaloop

The Deveaux Wrap Watch by Nixon

Price $125.00

Shop karmaloop

The Vera Wool Coat by Paul Frank

Was: $172.00

Now: $149.00

Shop Karmaloop

The Beep! Beep! Tee by Public Domain

Was: $24.00

Now: $16.95

Shop Karmaloop

Find of the week: The Stunning Ring

Here’s one accessory we all could put to use. Known as The Stunning Ring, this stylish silver tone ring with onyx stone (comes in gold too) ALSO doubles a secret pepper spray device.

I'm on the fence with this, but I would feel a little safer leaving a club late at night with this on my finger.

Worried that if you got it you might accidentally trigger the button and spray an innocent person in the eye? Fear not, you have to use your thumb to operate the safety latch and press the trigger.

Was: 44.99
Now: 29.95

Find it here

Would you buy it?

Style Review: The Chase Vintage Show

Yesterday, I attended the Chase Vintage Show at the Chelsea Loft in NYC. The shopping event featured a variety of Vintage boutiques from all over the New York Tri -state area.





The venue was perfect and the free drinks were popping! Alot of great boutiques like, Seasoned to Perfection, World of Style Vintage and Hamlet's Vintage Outlet, showcased many of there hot items.

I found two great cocktail rings and a great pair of earrings all at 5 bucks a piece...nice.

The attendance was pretty low, but with featured items like Chanel and Gucci bags, I think it's only a matter of time before word catches on.

Visit Chase Vintage for details on the next vintage shopping event.

Snow boots: UGG

Ugg- Yep, that's the same noise I make when I see em'. For me, Ugg boots are just plain ooogly. The epitome of no style. But I'm not gonna lie, the sure do look comfortable and perfect for winter weather too.

So what's the alternative for a zappy N.Y. fashionista who refuses to commute to work in Ugg's of stiletto's? I need some snow boot options. Here's a few I'd much rather wear than Ugg's:

MICHAEL Michael Kors Fairbanks Lace Up Boot $200.75

The Sporty Boot Nordstrom.com $99.95

The Layered Look

While checking out one of my fave blogs, The Sartorialist, I came across this inspiring look.

I love the layering effect with multiple Cardigan sweaters finished off with a thin waist belt. Minus the shorts and flips flops, the look is perfect for this weather.

Sooo I had to try the look on my own. I found a sweater similar to the above but it was too short and thick that I ended up looking similar to Shrek...


Not a good look . So the moral of the story...

To achieve the layered look right, you must:

1. Find a long, thin cardigan (other wise tying the belt around using anything with thick material will make you look frumpy.)
2. Use a thin belt
3. Use distinct colors

Try some of these neutral colored finds to achieve the look right:

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Merino ruffle cardigan

$98.00 now $69.99

Shop jcrew

Simply Vera Vera Wang Layered Pinch Pocket Cardigan

orig. $74.00

sale $44.40

Shop Kohl's

Lux Sweater Vest

Now $34.99 Was $48.00

Shop Urban Outfitters

And in Basic Black:

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Bubble Sleeve Cardigan Sweater
Was: $39.99
Now: $29.99

Shop rampage

Tommy Hilfiger
Long Cardigan
Was: $69.00
Now: $50.99
Shop Macy's

H&M Family and Friends Discount

H&M is offering a 25% Discount off your entire purchase December 7th - December 9th. Can't print the image? Go to www.hmfriendsandfamily.com

SAMPLE SALES!

So It seems like everyone and there momma are throwing samples right now. And why not, it’s the biggest shopping season of the year. Click the links below to find locations, times and details on these Sample Sales:

From Topbutton:

Adrienne Vittadini, Hype, & Rampage Handbags Sample Sale

Anbar Shoes - Winter/Holiday Clearance - My NY Fashionista’s know this is not one to pass up!

Catherine Malandrino Sample Sale

TSE - Fall Sample Sale

Check out Daily Candy for Sample Sale info on:

Derek Lam

Alexander Wang

Hanky Panky

Generra

Anna Sui

Cheap Monday

Saks Bridal Gown Sale

And for some other no name sample sales, go to gonyc

Holiday Glam

Now that the holiday season is in full effect, spice it with some of these hot looks.