2009

Keep Me Away

December 31, 2009

It’s taking all my willpower to stay away from the new Christian Louboutin store in Miami’s Design District. I’ve never been inside a Louboutin boutique, but I’ve read reviews and I’ve heard all the hype. Each and every one of his stores is a magical place. The Miami boutique storefront. Photo from yelp.com Eric Clough of [...]

Sweet Vacation

December 28, 2009

You’re probably thinking by now that I deserted my blog. But no, I’ve just been busy spending time with the fam for the holidays and catching up with some old friends. I’m on vacation all week, so I finally have time to get some last-minute wedding stuff taken care of, and I’ve got so much [...]

Statement Necklace

December 24, 2009

I saw this necklace featured on Anthropologie’s site, and after seeing several necklaces that I’d been lusting after sell out, I decided there should be no hesitation, and I purchased it right away. I’m so glad I did! I get so many compliments on it. Statement necklaces like this one can make a simple top [...]

More Haute Buys

December 22, 2009

You might think I’ve gone on a shopping spree lately, but I had some HauteLook credits stacked up thanks to some accepted-invitation buyers (thanks, ladies!) and to some returns. Perfect timing, really, since HauteLook has several sales going on this week that I’m really interested in! Monday (and still happening now) they featured several items [...]

I Bought Some Rodarte

December 20, 2009

The Rodarte collection hit Target stores today. There were a handful of ladies grabbing at the clothes this morning. Here is what I bought: Rodarte Crepe Lace Print Dress – Oxford Tan/Black, $34.99 I loved the fit of this dress. This will most likely be my Christmas Eve outfit, possibly paired with a thin black [...]

Nina Garcia's Style Strategy

December 17, 2009

Most people who have seen my closet tell me that I have too many clothes. But lately I have been finding that I pretty much wear the same pieces over and over. I have this group of favorite clothes in rotation, and a lot of stuff in my closet is never touched. Sometimes the thought [...]

December 17: Free Shipping Day (and my bday!)

December 15, 2009

How many times have you Googled for coupon codes before placing an online order? Or how many of you have decided not to buy something online when you realized how much shipping would cost? Well, December 17 is your day! More than 630 retailers will offer free shipping on online orders made on this day, [...]

Luxe Gift Guide: Part II

December 12, 2009

And now, gentelmen: Kiehl’s Ultimate Man Collection, $48.50 at Bergdorf Goodman. Bob’s Your Uncle Emergency Box of Cards, $12 at Bloomingdale’s. Alpaca Scarf, $49.50 at Nordstrom. Collector’s Edition The Beatles Monopoly, $40 at Dillard’s. Mikasa “Brewmaster” Collection, Set of 4 Wheat Glasses, $39.99 at Macy’s. 10-Piece Grooming Kit, $50 at Dillard’s. Leather Backed Rag Wool [...]

Luxe Gift Guide: Part I

December 9, 2009

Ladies first. Cara Accessories Crystal Stretch Bracelet, $48 at Nordstrom. Juicy Couture Tabby Too Slippers, $45 at Bergdorf Goodman. Marc by Marc Jacobs scarf, $48 at Saks Fifth Avenue Limited Edition Laura Mercier Creme Brulee Candle, $48 at Neiman Marcus. TOMS “Classic” Canvas Slip-ons, $44.95 at Nordstrom. Charbonnel et Walker Trio of Milk Chocolate Shoes, [...]

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