Friday, June 26, 2009

Newsroom

The latest in style-ish news from around the world wide web.

{Image via I Heart You}

- Bananas. The Rachel Zoe Project returns to a television near you on August 25th. {Fashionologie}

-Sex & the City part II just might not be as worthwhile without the main character - Patricia Field. {Grazia}

-The many faces (and outfits) of Megan Fox 0n her Transformers press tour. {The Cut}

- Madewell is merging its awesomeness with fun, flea market finds from the Brooklyn flea. For a limited time. {Fashionista}

-Bruno aka Sacha Baron Cohen's risque GQ cover is too much for Hudson newsstands. {Folio}

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Strap Happy

Even though it is late June, we are still waiting for summer to hit in the Big Apple. We have had miserable rain, thunderstorms (which I actually like, only sporadically not every day), and seriously bi polar temperatures. We were hit with a few random days that were hot, humid, and sticky which made me rethink the whole big, leather purse idea. What I really want is a cross body bag, that is small and keeps my hands free and doesn't trap the heat to my body:)

On my search thus far I have discovered:


{West/Feren Berkshire Handbag, $175}


{Marc by Marc Jacobs Percy Bag, $198}


{Elliott Lucca Firenze Crossbody, $58}


I am going to scour the vintage shops in my LES neighborhood, and hit up a couple of flea markets before I make up my mind. The only condition is that the bag cannot be black. Black is so not the color of summer. I am thinking a warm tan, or even red if I am feeling feisty. More to come later!

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Pete Yorn

I am loving every, single song on this album! When was the last time you said that?


Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Go Green

No, this isn't some eco friendly post on how to reduce your carbon footprint. Although, I'm all for that and might post on the topic at a later date. But this is a post on possibly the greatest nail polish color of 2009. First seen on the Chanel runways, this green color is slated for an October limited release. I am going to buy as many bottles as they allow when the time comes.

{Style}


In the meantime - go snap up these new colors from Essie. From left, Greenport, Sag Harbor, and Shelter Island.


{Essie}

Monday, June 22, 2009

Waking Up in Vegas

I am on the hunt for the perfect dress for my upcoming trip to Las Vegas. The are about 20 of us gathering in Sin City for a bachelorette party, but the emphasis is more on getting together and going out then any upcoming nuptials. So - I need a dress. A killer dress. That is Vegas hot but doesn't give it all away for free (if you catch my drift.......)

As I've already mentioned, I love, love love sequins. But I need something more red carpet and less Jesse Spano from Showgirls. I am on a budget, but I am excluding F21 for this trip, not because I don't love me some designer knockoffs, but I have a sneaking suspicion everyone and their mother will be wearing something from there......
Here are some options for my sequin fix:

{Foley & Corinna Sequin Halter Dress, $315}



{Gryphon The Sequin Tunic, $418}

More to come later. Now I'm thinking something neon pink would be pretty fab as well :)

Friday, June 19, 2009

Happy Weekend!

Have a fabulous weekend. We are having far too much rain here in the big apple, heres to sun & dry weather. xoxo
{image Kristian Schuller via Simply Seductive}

Newsroom

The latest in style-ish news from around the world wide web.


-The CFDA winners were unveiled Monday night. Check out the winners here. {WWD}

-Megastore Topshop is loaning out bikes for FREE, starting this Saturday. {Style File}

-$400,000 worth of jewels go missing from an Elle photoshoot with LaLohan. We know she's hard up for work, but is jewel thief really going to be added to her resume? {Us Magazine}

-The latest designer to join forces with H&M? Jimmy Choo. I think there will be some serious campouts the night before the collab hits stores. {Elle News Blog}

-Bruno is about to stage a takeover. He's currently in London, making his way to a theater near you July 10. An ipod. {Stylecaster}



{Image, Irene Suchoki via Simply Seductive}

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Beauty Obsessions - What I'm Coveting....

Okay, okay. I'll admit it - I am a bit of a beauty junkie. All it takes is a small write up in the latest InStyle or a blurb from a fellow blogger and I have/need/want/must have that product.

Seeing as I live in NYC and therefore must deal with its hot & humid summers, my wavy hair grows in epic proportions a la a certain 'Friend' on her trip to Barbados. So, after much buzz about this Living Proof Wave Shaping, Curl Defining No Frizz Styling Cream, I am running to Sephora to pick it up.


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$24 may seem like a lot during a 'recession'. But, you see, as a wavy haired, color treated, frizz prone gal, price is really not a concern. I will spend a pretty penny to have smooth, moisturized hair.

To make the most of my trip to Sephora, I will be snatching up this Benefit Cosmetics High Beam. I want that glowy, dewy look that all the stars seem to have. And I want it from a product, and not from the previously mentioned heat & humidity :) This too will set you back $24, but you can dab it on your cheeks, lids, even mix it in with your foundation for an allover sheen. Money well spent.

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

New Moon Trailer

Just because. I am counting down until 11/20/09.

Splurge vs Save

When it comes to the harem pants trend - it is easy to look more MC Hammer than Arabian Nights. I personally enjoy this trend, but a harem jumpsuit is a completely different animal.

This Robert Rodriguez Strapless Jumpsuit, $374?


Or

This Forever 21 Strapless Harem Pant Jumpsuit, $24.80?

Seeing as this trendy, trend, trend most likely wont last forever the $24.80 price tag is a little more wallet friendly than $374! I think this is an easy one - SAVE. I'll save my splurges for shoes, bags, this chanel watch from last week........

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

My Newest Purchase!

I have been dying for a cute pair of wedges - so versatile for the summer. I need versatile since any given day can take me from the subway, dinner, and bar hopping with a mile or two in between!

These Pour La Victoire Murielle Wedges originally retail for $215, but I got mine for $100 including shipping! This is why I love Bluefly and random coupon codes. I will be getting some serious use out of these bad boys.



Agate Love



{Mayaruhi Agate Bracelet}

Monday, June 15, 2009

Lanvin Cruise 2010

Alber Elbaz has done it again. I'm drooling over this madcap collection. Simply delightful.

And my personal favorite, the silver sequin t-shirt & track pants. I'm ready for any vacation where I can wear this!

{Image, WWD}

Everyday Inspiration

The little things.

{Sandy Nicholson, vi.usualize.us}

{Image via Simply Seductive}

{Simply Seductive via flickr}

Friday, June 12, 2009

Happy Weekend!

LA has June Gloom. Seattle has June-uary. I am not sure exactly what to call this weather we have been having here in the big apple other then atrocious. Rain, rain, go away!


This Jimmy Choo/Hunter Wellington collaboration just might be enough for to make it through this rainy season......... Here's hoping for sunshine and no more torrential downpours.