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

Zara International Sale!

This post is extremely over due as the Zara extravaganza sale has been going on for some time now. If you have haven't had the opportunity to visit Zara you should do so ASAP. This Spain based High-style/ reasonable cost shop RARELY has sales and when they finally do, it isn't something to miss. Many of the items are on average 30 -70% off original prices!

I went yesterday; it was PACKED and I felt like I was in there for hours! Just when I was about to head to the checkout line with my findings (pair of shoes and a shirt for 9 bucks), I saw this cute dress hanging randomly on some pants and other clothes. ANNDD it was only 20bucks! As I eagerly grabbed the dress, a few of the other random items fell on the floor so I picked them up. So this randomly lady thanks me for picking them up as she was trying a her coat. It wasn't until then that I realized, I snatched the lady's dress she placed to the side to try on her coat! I frantically ran to the check out line hoping she wouldn't notice. Ahhheeee, I couldn't let the dress go. Its mean i know.

The Devious Dress....brooohhahaa

Anywho, click here for Zara NY store locations

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

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:

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

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.

Bloomingdale's Bag Sale

Save 25% -40% off starting tomorrow at Bloomingdale's Designer Bag Sale
shop Bloomingdale's for more info

Style on Sale: The Doctor Bag

I love a big bag for so many reasons. Convenient, stylish and practical; here are some great luxury Doctor Bags on sale...

Embrace the fall fab with these plum and carmel perfections:

Left Bag:
Zac Posen
Aurora Frame Bag
Was: 1,500.00
Now: 1,050.00
Shop Saks


Right Bag:
Dior
Jeanne Ziptop Shoulder Bag
Was: 1990.00
Now: 1,194.00
Shop Saks

Or Keep it classic with these brown and black finds :

Left Bag:
Marc Jacobs
Mixed Tote
Was: 1,495.00
Now: 1,046.00
Shop Saks

Right Bag:
Charles David 'Sonia' Pleated Dome Tote
Was: 268.00
Now: 178.90
Shop Nordstrom

Sample Sale: Fraud Alert!

So I headed out the Sample Sale productions event in LI on Black Friday. As usual, the line for the accessories section was LONNGG to say the least but I sucked it up and headed to the end of the line. After an hour of waiting, I finally entered the room.

At first sight I see Gucci, Prada, Balenciaga, Fendi- ahh just what I need in my life!
But wait a minute-at closer inspection I notice some of the bags are Knock-Offs!!!!

So how’d I know? Well honestly it was my friend that noticed :), She first inspected the look and feel of the leather. Leather seemed rich and soft; definitely real leather so it passed that inspection. A ha, the serial code! The Fendi bag she was inspecting had the authencity hologram as a sticker, this swen on to the REAL fendi bags. Also serial code #’s should match wherever being listed. This one surely didn’t.

That was enough to leave immediately . Damn I was pissed that I headed out side on Black Friday and endured an 1 hour long wait on line, but what about the people who actually purchased bags. Double damn, cause these bags weren't heavily discounted either; with prices ranging between $350.00- $1000.00—Ouch!

Moral of the story, always use caution and smarts when heading to sample sales.

Don’t be a victim of counterfeit bags!