Through the Looking Glass…
Honestly, I didn’t fancy Lady GaGa all that much until now. The song is bewitching and the video is fabulously fierce. This lady does us proud with her video wardrobe consisting of outrageously futuristic pieces from Alexander McQueen’s Spring 2010 RTW collection.
See it here!
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LuLu’s Fashion Lounge is quite an affordably stylish online boutique that carries a plethora of unique brands and adds new items on a weekly basis. They even have a section for vintage clothing. I’ve checked them out every now and then for years, but have never actually bought anything. That may soon change as I am head over heels for their latest costume jewels and dresses.
1. Forget Me Knot Ring $10
2. Monroe Necklace $31
3. Bewitch Bangle $20
4. Banshee Necklace $13
5. Out of Sight Fringe Earrings $27
6. Zad Gold Miner Beaded Leather Wrap Bracelet $12
1. Pixelated Pixie Dress $42
2. Flirtitude Dress $46
3. Paper Moon Dress $69
4. Heavenly Hathaway Dress $58
5. Chopin’s Nocturne Dress $42
6. At First Sight Dress by Esley $55
7. East Coast Party Dress $35
8. Cavalry Dress in Cobalt Blue $38
9. Clara Bow Strapless Dress $64
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Nowadays, it seems we’re all looking for cheaper alternatives for everything. This isn’t exactly the time to regularly break the bank on shopping sprees. So, it’s wise to browse around before coming to a final decision or experiencing buyer’s remorse. I’ve slowly been learning how to do so. But the inspiration for this post comes from 15dollarstore.com. I purchased a cute little party dress for, you guessed it, only $15 earlier in the year that is eerily similar to one I recently noticed at Bebe for $69. For once, I bought a cheaper look before knowing a more expensive copy existed.
Bebe tunic $69
15 Dollar Store dress $15 with Wet Seal heels & Forever21 bag
with le boyfriend Valentine’s Day ‘09
I also purchased a plain tan colored jersey type dress, reminiscent of American Apparel, for just $15. I saw it as a blank canvas and hope to spruce it up a bit with added detail of some sort.
More cute items available for a mere $15 that would look particularly fabulous this holiday season…
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Get the look: Magnificent Sparkles
Get the look: Hypnotic Shimmer
As we enter the holiday season, fads and fashions dramatically change for a short period of time. While I’m not a fan of this particular season (or of the cold weather), I do love the bold new looks that come out of it each year. This is where Sephora comes in. They have a collection of Holiday Magic 2009 looks that consist of brazen sparkles and shimmer that should inspire anyone to play dress-up. I can never seem to get enough of all that glitters.
Shop now!
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with le boyfriend & our friend on Halloween
Sadly, Halloween has already come and gone. But I have begun brainstorming next year’s costume idea. I wish it could be a weeklong event with a different costume for each day. The scary moviethons, candy, decorations, festivities, etc. are too much fun to be packed into such a short time. This year (like last year), the three of us attended the big bash at The Masquerade in Atlanta after meeting people at a restaurant party at the boyfriend’s work at the airport. The Masquerade is a two story concert venue/night club/bar that used to be an old textile mill and is now considered to be haunted. This time around, a popular local radio station returned to host the 99x Brouhaha. Complete with a ‘Chamber of Horrors‘ haunted house that was something out of a Hostel movie. The whole experience cost $25 at the door (a little cheaper in advance). I already want to begin planning shenanigans for next year!
Had to have a photo with Gumby.
I made some chocolatey treats.
plates + matching wrappers from Walmart, skull wrappers from Michaels
Just some other photos in the spirit of Halloween…
We obviously waited until the last minute to go to a pumpkin patch, but at least they had delicious apple cider.
The boyfriend and I picked up a small haul of pumpkin squash at a farm. I add glitter to everything.
Attempted to do Jack Skellington.
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Shopbop knows how to combine feminine and edgy. These are my favorites…
1. Twenty8Twelve Savinio Skirt $255
2. Tony Cohen Silk Pants $385
3. LaRok Punk Party Skirt $218
4. Erin Fetherston Flutter Skirt $1,195
5. Twenty8Twelve Timour Jacket $415
6. Thread Social Featherweight Dress $484
7. Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Shirttail Mini Dress $372
8. Rebecca Minkoff Zipper Skirt $595
9. Herve Leger Colorblock Bandage Cocktail Dress $1,050
10. IRO Ido Romper $304
11. Pleasure Doing Business 5 Band Miniskirt $88
12. Haute Hippie Ostrich Skirt $495
13. Luxury Rebel Jessica Mary Jane Pumps $235
14. Pour La Victoire Addie Crisscross Pumps $265
15. Omelle Elaine Knit Choked Pumps $695
16. BE & D Richmond Studded Pumps $548
17. Lee Angel Jewelry Mouchette Short Ribbon Necklace $142
18. Kenneth Jay Lane Fancy Cut Ring $78
19. Gara Danielle Teardrop Peacock Druzy Ring $144
20. Lee Angel Jewelry Mouchette Mesh Necklace $308
21. DANNIJO Evie Cuff $260
22. BE & D Garbo Clutch $695
23. Rebecca Minkoff Stud Devote Hobo $486.50
24. Marc by Marc Jacobs Pretty Nylon Tate Tote $188
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The new NARS Holiday 2009 collection is out and displays a sea of deep hues that are perfect for this season. The duo eyeshadows are $32, cream eyeshadow is $21, shadow pencils are $24, the multiple shimmer stick is $37 and there are also lip pencils for $24 and nail polish for $16. I’m a fan of the cream eyeshadow and all over shimmer stick.
Shop the collection here!
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1. The Best Bake Sale Ever Cookbook $19.95
This features recipes for surefire bake sale sell-outs.
2. Large Wire Birdcage Photo/Letter Holder $42
Perfect for little notes or recipes.
3. Antique Silver Deco Alarm Clock $29
A pretty little decoration for the kitchen counter.
4. Pink Ice Cream Cone Kitchen Timer $10
Caution: May look good enough to eat.
5. Russian Doll Measuring Cups $16
Adorably keep all your measuring cups in one place!
6. Mini Panda Skillet $26
This is probably one of the cutest things I’ve ever seen and would especially enjoy making eggs with it.
7. French Toast Stamp $6
French toast in the literal sense. Eclatant!
8. 2-carat Cup $18
Lavishly indulge in your coffee or tea with the one “diamond” ring that won’t be so hard to get out of him.
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Unique Pashminas sells high quality scarves, shawls and throws made from high end fabrics. They have been recognized for their designs a couple of times by LDB interior textiles and named best in show at the Atlanta International Gift Fair. Their products have been featured in Home Accents Today and Inspired Retailer magazines.
These rich silk and colorful pashminas would make for lovely Christmas presents. I know my grandmother would appreciate one to add to her collection. I, myself, own one deep pink, floral printed, silk pashmina that my boyfriend picked up for me in New York City and it’s quite versatile. It acts nicely as a sophisticated shawl over a dress or adds a little flair as an oversized scarf with any day to day outfit.
Take advantage of these luxurious pashminas at their special prices for this holiday season!
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Wendy. 25yrs. Metro-Atlanta. J'adore high end fashion, cosmetics & my pilot. ♥
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