Archive for June, 2009

Stiletto Jungle found cream eyeshadow the really doesn’t crease.

All About the Pretty gives us what’s in her Beach Bag this week.

Enter All Lacquered Up’s giveaway and you could win bottles of Chanel Cosmic Violine and Mica Rose nail polish.

Allie is Wired has crazy celebrity teeth transformations.

Bag Bliss suggests a money-saving idea: How to Host Your Own Clothes Swap Party

Bag Snob exclusive: Speedy Sequin from Louis Vuitton, Snob or Slob?

Beauty Snob Falls for Bobbi Brown Fall Nudes collection!

Coquette dishes on UK’s vending machine flats from Rollasole to save your tired clubbing stiletto-wearing feet.

Fashion Pulse Daily picks itscanvas favorites for June, ranging from hats to bags and shoes!

I’m Not Obsessed has to ask… do you think the shirt Kristin Cavallari wore while shopping is really worth $115?!

Check out Second City Style‘s recent ‘He Said/She Said’ about the recent ripped denim trend.

Shopping and Info loves the Chanel nautical stripe worn by Claudia Schiffer and Sienna Miller.

Going away for the weekend? Find out what to pack at StyleBakery.com

Stylehive has rounded up our favorite bright and colorful pairs of sunglasses, perfect for the brighter days ahead..

The Beauty Stop reports on the to-be-released Twilight Beauty Makeup from the makers of DuWop.

The Daily Obsession brings you the chicest finds under $50.

The Fashion Bomb compiles a fashion tribute to the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

The Jet Set Girls visit the Barbie Suite at the Palms Las Vegas.

The Shoe Goddess is completely enamored with these super hot Giuseppe Zanotti platform boots!

TheMakeupGirl visits the >Ritz Carlton Spa in Marina Del Rey and has the best massage ever….

V-Style discovers an unexpected skin care product in extra virgin olive oil.

eye4style gets glossy at Dashing Diva..

I’ve been obsessed with evening bags lately, and when I see one in “pink” my heart usually skips a beat. When I came across the Bourne Daisy Clutch, I was amazed of how reasonable the price was, and how beautiful it was.

The clutch comes in three different colors: black; nude; and taupe. For some reason, they call the “pink” version of the bag “nude.” I consider “nude” more of a beige or tan color, and this clutch is clearly pink.

It is probably more ideal to get this clutch in black, mostly because of the color. Black goes with everything, and pink and taupe don’t. I loved this bag in “pink” because the jewels featured on the front of the bag really stand out more so in pink than the other two colors. The jewels seem to be hidden with the darkness of the black and taupe colors.

I also love how this clutch comes with a chain. You can carry it as a clutch, or take out the chain and carry it as if it were a little shoulder bag. Either way you choose to use the bag, it would look stunning.

Obviously, this clutch would be perfect for some type of evening event. The jewels make this clutch look pretty expensive and not to mention fancy. I would never even think of wearing this clutch to the grocery store or mall, but to a fancy restaurant I would carry it in a heartbeat.

The Bourne Daisy Clutch can be purchased at Nordstrom for $135. I consider the price of this clutch to be a steal! Evening bags aren’t always on the “affordable” side, especially if they are gorgeous. With a clutch that is so cute and affordable who can go wrong? If you have an evening event to go to in the coming months, this clutch would be the perfect bag for you to take with you!

See the Bourne Daisy Clutch: Here @ Nordstrom

The Chat: Bourne Daisy Clutch!

Gorgeous and Exclusively at Saks Fifth Avenue, the Dolce & Gabbana Miss Marylou Satchel is sure to be a bag that can not be missed. Shaped like a Louis Vuitton Speedy and being accented with quilted leather, this handbag is a pure beauty.

It does look exactly like the size of a Louis Vuitton Speedy 25, but of course Dolce & Gabbana had to put their own flare on their take of the iconic handbag. I love everything about this bad from the double zipper closure to the nylon animal print lining in the interior of the handbag.

There is one feature of the handbag that I do not understand, and that is the golden hardware on the exterior of the bag. It makes it look like some sort of clasp could of been put on and taken off from it, but the handbag comes with no straps or anything. It makes it look like a ring on the front of the bag, that is used for nothing.

I would love to add this handbag to my collection, but I fear that I wouldn’t carry it much. The handbag is stunning, but with the style and quilted leather, it makes the handbag look very much like a Fall/Winter handbag. If you live in a state that has cold weather for a majority of the year, the quilted bag would probably go great with your “cold weather” attire.

You can pre-order the Dolce & Gabbana Miss Marylou Satchel at Saks Fifth Avenue for $1,295, which I think is a great price for this gorgeous handbag.

See the Dolce & Gabbana Miss Marylou Satchel Here: D&G Room @ Saks Fifth Avenue

The Chat: D&G Miss MaryLou!

It’s Disney Star Ashley Tisdale looking extra fashionable in NYC. It seems like everywhere she goes, wherever the paparazzi catch her; Tisdale is carrying a Starbucks in one hand and a new bag in the other. What bag did the actress/pop singer choose to take out through NYC? A classic Cervo tote by Prada. I’m really liking how her bag of choice compliments her rich new hair color. Whoever did her hair did a great job of turning the natural blonde teen into a nice shade of deep burgundy. We’ll also give her stylist a hand at the success of keeping Ashley up to the minute with some of the hottest styles right now. Bleach stained and distressed denims, bohemian chic jewels, and strappy gladiator booties (not pictured); this girl looks great. Going back to her handbag, how could you possibly do wrong with such a stunning cervo leather tote? It might be a little on the heavier side, but it’s roomy and functional enough to carry as a shopping, book bag or both. The multi toned dyed leathers allow this tote to be pretty versatile between your browns and blacks, or just like Ashley demonstrated, fabulous with whites!

If you’re liking Ashley Tisdale’s look, you can start by picking up this similar Prada Cervo Tote online via: Saks Fifth Avenue

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I’ve never been that big of a fan of Chloé handbags, but I must say I am quite impressed with one of Chloé’s upcoming handbags. The handbag is called the Chloé Paraty Large Tote and it is gorgeous. Saks Fifth Avenue is currently taking pre-orders for both the medium and large versions of the handbag. I’m personally in love with the large tote, because it is much more wider and roomier than the “medium” version.

I would absolutely love this handbag in black. Saks Fifth Avenue currently only has the large tote available in brown to be pre-ordered. The medium size does come in black though, so I’m sure that the large tote is made in black also.

What really caught my eye about this bag was the rope signature detail featured on the front of the bag. For some reason, the rope detail with the gold hardware really sticks out on the bag. I believe if those two features were missing from this bag, this would look like any ordinary tote.

To me this handbag is very versatile, which is always a “pro.” This is a handbag I would wear day or night and during any season. I do live in the heat, therefore fashion trends aren’t really followed when you are in 100 degree year round. This handbag would look perfect with: a pair of jeans, a simple stylish shirt, and some boots. I do consider it a “simple” handbag, so it deserves to be worn with a classic outfit.

The Chloé Paraty Large Tote can be pre-ordered at Saks Fifth Avenue for $1,995. I believe this price is a little too high for this handbag, but I won’t deny that this handbag is stunning.

See the Chloé Paraty Large Tote at: Saks Fifth Avenue or Net-a-Porter

The Chat: Chloé Paraty!

There’s something about cute little animals that makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. My husband and I took a trip to the zoo just a few weeks ago and I have had animals on the brain ever since. I especially loved seeing the adorable hyraxes perched high up on the rocks in the desert exhibit. Oddly enough, however, I also have a soft spot for the not-so-furry animals in the desert exhibit as well. Heh… but I’m sure not everyone that visits the zoo feels the same way about them as I do.

Being that I love animals so much, it’s no surprise that I simply love it when Marc Jacobs incorporates animals into his designs. So when I saw this Marc by Marc Jacobs Graphic Mouse Tote, pictured above, I just knew I had to write about it. I absolutely adore the chubby little mouse printed on the front side of this tote. He even has gold-tone studs for eyes and a Marc by Marc Jacobs button adorning his ear. Obviously, this tote is not meant for everyone. But if you loved the Marc Jacobs Mouse Ballet Flats, then you should definitely add this piece to your collection! I think this cotton tote would make an adorable bag for school, a casual day of shopping, or the even beach!

The Marc by Marc Jacobs Graphic Mouse Tote 20″ x 10″ x 6″ and it retails for only $128. Pick one up at Shop Bloomingdales.com.

The Chat: MJ Mouse!

They’re cute, petite, and really sparkly. Here are some of the many designer clutches on sale over at Saks (dot com). Huge markdowns up to 60% off can be found throughout the sale section, and viewing all the selection of goodies is a must. From the colors and styles to the unbelievable reductions, here are some of the greatest eye candies available right now.

Valentino loves feminine designs of florals and bows and proof lies among the Noued D’Amour clutch. An oversized bow in blue satin held up by adjustable and detachable shoulder straps will turn heads at any formal event. Available in blue and black. On sale right now from $1,095 to $510.

Prada’s Pitone Pietre Evening bag makes the list with this reduced piece marked down from $1400 to $558. The color and gems speaks for itself, this piece is hands down stunning. Metallic python arrives adorned with gemstones and with complimentary golden toned hardware.

I think the Love Story Clutch by Marc Jacobs Collection is my favorite from all. I absolutely adore the structure of this piece, and the cut our leather hearts are fun. Carry this accessory from day to night. Whether you prefer chalk white or silver, find these on sale for $318.

The steal from all has to be this Two-Tone merlot hued satin clutch by BCBGMAXAZRIA. This pleated and shining framed clutch is decored with gold accents and closes shut with a zipper mechanism. Marked down to $59 from $128.

Ladies, what’s your input on these clutches? Whether you prefer all or just one, act quickly as these pretties won’t be listed for long! Shop the Sale at: Saks Fifth Avenue

The Chat: Clutches @ saks!

Founded in 1989 by Mark Talucci and Todd Elliott, Elliott Lucca is one company I have never paid a whole lot of attention to when it came to handbags. Their older collections consisted of the basket-weave leather handbags, which I had always believed to be way too Bottega Veneta inspired. However, after seeing some of the fresh new designs out there by Elliott Lucca, I can’t help but be intrigued. The bags are soft and feminine, perfect for everyday use.

At the moment, the bag that seems to be catching my eye the most is the Elliott Lucca Padova Demi. As some of you readers may already know, I prefer a smaller bag for everyday use. Totes are great for school and work, but nothing beats a comfortable bag that tucks neatly under your arm while shopping or running errands. What I like most about this particular style is the classic hobo shape. I also love the braided leather shoulder strap and trim. It seems to add just the right amount of texture and interest. And what about the fact that this bag is currently available for less than $150? Wow! That’s one sweet deal for a new summer bag!

The Elliott Lucca Padova Demi is available in a wide range of colors including: Poppy (shown), Boysenberry(shown), Black(shown), Bisque, and Amber. The bag measures 13″ x 8″ x 4″ and it is currently on sale for $126. You can pick one (or two!) up at Elliott Lucca Official Store.

The Chat: Elliott Lucca Demi!

I am being completely honest when I say; I absolutely hate the “fringe” trend. First and foremost, I think it’s just like the neon trend and will fade away in a matter of months. Secondly, I believe it to be just plain tacky. All it pretty much is, is extra pieces of material that is cut into little strands and dangles off your handbag/shoe. Not very original if you ask me, but of course that is just my opinion.

If I had to pick one fringe accessory that was semi-cute it would have to be the “Janis Fringe Clutch” by Linea Pelle. Even Linea Pelle got carried away with all the “fringe”, but for some reason it doesn’t look so bad on a clutch. I do believe the clutch doesn’t look that tacky with all the fringe is because of the size. The bigger the bag the more “fringe” it needs, which makes me it look horrible. Being that this clutch is fairly tiny, there were only so many strands that could be added to it. I’m still not a fan of it, but it is better than most “fringe” bags I have seen.

One “pro” about this clutch is that I will say it is very versatile. It’s not too dressy or casual, therefore you can carry it during the day or night.

The Janis Fringe Clutch comes in four different colors: black; brown; grey; and white. My personal favorite is the grey only because it’s not too dark and not too light. This clutch is not something I would personally carry, but if you love the fringe trend I’m sure you’ll be a fan of it.

The Linea Pelle Janis Fringe Clutch can be purchased at Couture Candy for $235.

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The Chat: Linea Pelle Sale!