Feirce or over the top??

Spring evokes the creativity of bold colors and flirty designs but have some designers taken the "creative" shoe to the extreme?

Miu Miu Spring 08'

Chloe Spring 08'

Prada Spring 08'

Ok, we know we wouldn't pay the 100's of dollars these shoe demand (a la the name of blog) but I bet in no time you'll see the less expensive retail outlets create a similar version. I'd say out of the 3 I'd definitely go for the Chloe shoe.

So what's your call, would you rock a style like this or not??

Peep Toe Booties

With many avant-garde over the top looks, the way you pull it off will determine if it's certifiable hotness, or a situation of style retardation.

So where does the Peep Toe Bootie Fall??

Who could resist the the bootie of allllll booties... The Newton High Heel Lace Up Peekaboo Bootie by Gucci.

Interested eh? It will cost you a whopping $860.00

Shop Neiman Marcus for more info

Here are some low cost alternatives...

Nine West Heathers, $89.00 Shop Nine West

Nine West Hotpic, $79.00 Shop Nine West.

Merrit Heel, $139.95 Shop Steve Madden

Kelby Peep Toe Mary Janes, $22.80 Shop Forever 21

Vince Camuto 'Maran' Peep Toe Lace-Up Oxford,
Was: $129.95 Now: $82.90 Shop Nordstrom

Spring 08' Trend: Flower Power

I dunno about this trend, never really been the flowery girl type but floral prints have been appearing all throughout the runways for Spring and Fall 08'.

From the likes of Balenciaga with the fierce floral short suit set to the more feminine frocks from Dolce and Gabbana and Carolina Herrera, they've really presented floral printing in a way where I'm starting to reconsider.

I so I did a lil hunt for a few floral prints I would consider...

From right to left:

Plenty Frock! Claudia dress by Tracy Reese
Was: $285.00
Now: $141.90
Shop Nordstrom

Style&Co Floral Print Dress
Now: $69.00
Shop Macys

From left to right:

Forever 21 Jeweled Shift Dress

Now: $22.80

Shop Forever 21

Forever 21 Floral Chrochet Tunic

Now: $22.80

Shop Forever 21

So is the floral trend a yay or nay??

Fab Flats - Sam Edelman

The Sam Edelman line is known to incorporate funky, electic styles not for the conseravative at heart. Alot of his shoes have the perfect blend of city swag sex appeal. You know what I mean, the funky fresh unique look thats not over the top.

Also known as the "Sam" in Sam & Libby shoe brand, think of the Sam Edelman line as the youthful, stylish "hot and popping" younger sister that Sam & Libby yearned to be.

But I digress, let's get to his flats. For those who need a break from sitelleto's or with the short BF (not that it matters, right) take a look below. Uniquely fresh and defined, here's are some hot flat's just in time for spring...

Top row from left to right:

Carmen flat, $95.00 Shop Macy's

Bunnie flat, Was: $99.00 Now: 49.00 Shop Macy's

Bottom row from left to right:

Cebu Shoe, Was: $84.00 Now: $49.95 Shop Karmaloop

Honey Flat, Was: $95.00 Now: $47.02 Shop Macy's

And since were on the subject of flats, here are some more stylish flats I found online...

From left to right:

Ed Hardy, $68.98 Shop Love My Shoes
-FYI, I got similar pair at a Ed Hardy store for $30 bucks!

Nine West Loveable Flat, $79.00 Shop Macys

Clavin Klein Alynda Flat, Was: $90.00 Now: $54.00 Shop Macys

Spring 2008: Gladiator Sandal

From Balenciaga to Givenchy the gladiator sandal has been in many magazines and runways as a Spring 08' staple. I'd however prefer to steer away from the calf strapping look and would perfer a more normal wear for off the runway.

For the gladiator look with some height, try these Nine West looks:

The shoe on the left is a direct Balengica replica and goes for $92.95. Shop Zappos for more details. The shoe on the right is the perfect mix of sexy and gritty, $89.00 shop Nine West.

I'm loving the Gladiator look in metallic...
From left to right:

Dolce Vita shoe $ 135. 00 Shop Bop

Dolce Vita at Pink Mascara, $97.00
Metallic Leather Gladiator Sandal $39.00, shop Spiegel

And my FAV out the bunch...

The Nine West Gladiator Sandal $ 80.00 shop Piperlime

And for those who look to play it safe with the neutral colors try...

Dolce Vita Gladiator Sandal $68.00 Shop Madison Los Angeles
Old Navy Sandal $19.50 shop Old Navy

Sales of the Week

See sales info on Steve Madden, Bluefly, MaxStudio, Victoria's Secret and Baby Phat (KLS line) below!

Steve Madden up to 75% off site wide

Worthy item: Grey Suede Forgiven boot

Was: $149.99 , Now: $69.99

Bluefly, save 10% off a purchase of $100.00 or more with code ULTIMATE10 or $30.00 off a 150.00 or more purchase with code AFF30

Worthy item: Marc Jacobs sweater

Was: $388.00, Now: $128.39

Victoria’s Secret 15.00 off a 100.00 purchase with code FA810381.

There HUGE semi-annual sale is going on NOW!

Worthy item: Leather Ruffle Jacket

Was: $168.00, Now: $148.00

MaxStudio Coupon Save $20 off your purchases of $100 or more at MaxStudio.com, with code cj07, click here.

Worthy item: Ruffled Sweater Dress

Was: $188.00 Now: $148.00

Ebags.com save 10% off purchase with code MC002 Exp: 1/30/08

Worthy Item: Elaine Turner Ostrich wallet

Was: $195.00, Now: $71.09

Baby Phat Coupon Take 30% off all sale merchandise at BabyPhat.com. Offer ends 1/11/08

Worthy Item: Bubble Halter Dress, from the KLS line of course

Was: $298.00, Now: $215.00

Style Resolution: Comfortable Corporate Swag

Happy 2008! Everyone…I hope that you all have decided to start fresh and new in some way, shape or form.

I for one have decided to up my work dress game a little bit.

I dream of the “Devil wears Prada” styled work attire on a daily basis…ahhh

Not that I’m not up to par already but I could definitely use some improvement. With me working in the city there are too many hot and popping after work event’s for me not to be prepared. I’m sure many of you like me, like to be completely comfortable while at work. That’s exactly my thought process when I wake up most mornings. I normally nix the idea of wearing any heels cause by lunch time the soles of my feet are usually in pain so I wear flats or very low heels. And because I savor every last millisecond of sleep possible I can get in the morning, it leaves me with no time to actually “think” an outfit together. No more!

And doesn’t it seem like the day you decide to wear the “I don’t give a damn today” outfit, you run into Er’body and there mama? As they probably think you ran into hard times or something, lol. But I digress.

So, I will no longer refuse a last minute fly “freakum dress” after work event because I decided to wear flats, a thick linty sweater and slacks on that day. From now on I will be prepared.

Here are some looks I both plan on storing in my desk drawer for an emergency after-work occasion and incorporating into the work wardrobe.

Sleeve knit top
$7.80
Shop Forever 21

Arden B Oxford Bootie
Was: 148.00
Now: 74.00
Shop Arden B

Bebe Pencil Skirt
Was: $98.00
Now: $49.99
Shop Bebe

Opaque Tights
$19.00
Shop Bebe

Satin Trench
Was: 129.00
Now: 65.99
Shop Bebe

Lux between the Lines Dress
Was: $48.00
Now: $29.00
Shop Urban Outfitters

Marty Dress
Was: $135.00
Now: $69.99
Shop Urban Outfitters

I'd pair the jacket with the dress next to it or jeans.Lucky for me, I work in advertising so I can get away with this look ;-)

Leather burgundy Jacket
$69.00
Shop The Urban Collection

Silk Embroidered Dress
Was: $58.00
Now: $29.99
Shop Urban Outfitters

And you know, jewelry can turn drab into fab...

Tear drop garden earrings
$4.80
Shop Forever 21

Tear drop chandelier earrings
$4.80
Shop Forever 21

Ring
$3.80
Shop Forever 21

Statement Necklace
$5.80
Shop Forever 21

Gold Necklace
$5.80
Shop Forever 21

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?

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:

first image from the left:

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:

first image from the left:
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

Holiday Glam

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

Accessories Find!

Some quick accessories finds...that won't break the bank.

I found this great necklace on Urban Outfitters. Get it in your life.

Crescent Moon Necklace

Was: $24.00, Now: $14.99

Get it Here

Another great find at Urban Outfitters.

Pair this men's ascot with a crisp white tee shirt, and your good to go.

Men's Ascot Bow
Now $14.99 Was $20.00
Get it Here

Denim Part Deux

Some more Denim Hotness...non-skinny edition.

Antik Denim
Was:$275.00
Now: $96.25
Save 65%
Get it Here

True religion Jeans
Was: $215.00
Now: $140.00
Get it here

Denim Finds!

Hey Peeps! I was gone for a minute but I'm back now! Posting's will commence as usual...


So down to business...Let's talk about JEANS.


It's a staple to any wardrobe from casual to classic, Supermarket Saturdays to Freakum Dress Friday's denim jeans are a key necessity. For all the label whores out there (we all are a little bit) here are some name brand jeans at affordable prices.


The Skinny Movement

They've been in high rotation for the last 3 seasons...I predict we'll have at least another 3 seasons left. From left to right:

Grey wash 7 For All Man Kind

Was: $190.00

Now: $86.00

Get it here



Paper Denim Cloth Straight Leg Trouser

Was: $120.00

Now: $54.00 (wow!)

Get it here



7 for all man kind

Was: $198.00

Now: $117.90 (40% OFF!)

Get it here


And if you're looking for some Black super skinny's, check out these Earnest Sewn Jean's

Was: $198.00

Now: $99.00
Get it Here

Disguise and all

I too never thought I would purchase deodorant and a hot shirt on the same check out line, that is, until I went to Target.

Whatever there doing, there doing it well. The Fabnificent looks...




Trench coat with bubble skirt: Now $69.99 Get it
Alice Temperley Ruffle shirt: Now $ 29.99 Get it
Alice Temperley Cotton Dress: Now: $29.99 Get it
Libertine Striped Shirt dress : Was $ 29.99 Now: 20.99 Get it

There offers are worth checking out, disguise and all.