Sale, Sale, Sale

I was sooo excited when I read on Daily Sugar (kind of like Daily Candy---Has anyone noticed changes to the emails since Comcast took over???) that Gucci was having a sale on their site...now, even though I can't afford anything Gucci right now:), it is still exciting (and I guess a little scary as well that designers like Gucci are having this BIG of a sale on their site) to see a designer like Gucci having a sale and on good pieces...so check it out.

Speaking of sales, Saks Fifth Avenues family and friend sales is going to be Oct. 16-19, so make friends fast:)  Just joking...kinda:)  Or, call up your friends and get the hook up!  It's worth it!  I would even say it is worth it to get a part-time, holiday position as a stock person to get the discounts...

Holiday Gift Ideas

It's that point that I think people should start thinking about Christmas gifts...I know most wait till after Thanksgiving...but, with the way that the economy is looking I think it would be best to consider to start looking know for great sales or items that are already a great price.  I just found an AMAZING piece that I am in LOVE with!  I saw a girl wearing a delicate pearl necklace layered with a couple of other necklaces...when I asked where she got it, it came with an entire story of how she received it from her mom (she was in college) and that it was called, Pearls of Love.  I love the idea and the price point varies from $24-$50 depending on the type of chain that you get...but, each gets a great message that is perfect for the holidays!

The Dress...No Fuss...No Muss

Yesterday, I saw a fashionista friend wearing a dress that seemed to hit her body perfect and I was like I need that!  It was simple--like a racer back tank, but paired with her Missoni scarf and fab jacket it was perfect!  I decided that I needed to have it...When she told me that the dress was from American Apparel my jaw dropped.  Not that I didn't think the store had anything fab...but, it just looked perfectly understated.  And for $26 how can you say no!?  Plus, of course...while I was surfing the site for the dress to confirm the price, I found a couple of other dresses that I had to share with you all:)  I think this is a great option for buying people Christmas gifts...the prices are perfect and who doesn't need something cotton in their wardrobe that is made in the U.S.?:)I love the color of this...purple is the color for fall you know...and it looks so vintage, right...Basic, but sleek...I wonder if this is too short though....I can't do too high above the knee:)I can't decide if this looks too much like I am about to go ice skating, or if I am dressed up for Halloween, but, I still love this look!

Some More Pictures from What to Find by Tigerlily...and, Hopefully an Interview to share soon...let me know if you have questions

Score, I found the shoe on eBay!

Here is the link to the white booties with black trim from Steve Madden...I will keep an eye out for shoes this season that might resemble them.

Update

Deanna asked where the white boots I wrote about a couple of days ago are from...they are from:

• Steve Madden!!  But, sadly, I just looked it up and they are from 2007:(  Sorry all for sharing something that is old...
• Check it out!  I will see if I can find something similar out there....

xo

Fashionalities 

Share My Look...

A fashion friend said that my look the other day reminded her of Proenza Schouler..since I was so honored by the comparison, I had to share it with you all of course:)  Sorry, using my iPhone camera at work to capture the look:)  This is Stems by the way:)  Remember to check the blogs out there as well, yours truly does them:)

Put One Foot in Front of the Other and Get Yourself Into Saks' Shoe Salon

It is soo worth it!  I started to shriek when I finally (I used to work at Corporate Saks) stepped into the shoe salon at Saks that I knew about the development of the new and improved shoe section years ago...It was breathtaking:)  And to celebrate, I wanted to share a pic of me years ago in New York at the Sex and the City shoe locale that Carrie used to frequent. 

Sad News....

Miss Sixty shoes will now be made in China...really sad...they have been made in Italy for so long and had to give in...hopefully it doesn't reflect on the quality because right now the leathers are so silky smooth and the designs are just perfect...we shall see...just take note to watch your shoe boxes and the bottom of the shoe...there's a change on the move...

Belt Luck

I saw the Net-A-Porter Belt Story on the homepage and decided that I needed some fantastic belts with great clasp details on the front...well, as luck would have it, I went to a fundraising event and found just the thing for only $2!  Check it out, isn't it just grand:)

Lifetime "Coco Chanel" Movie Review

I finally watched the Lifetime special, "Coco Chanel" and it was AMAZING!  I recommend everyone watch it!  You can watch it on the Lifetime site, or download it on iTunes, either way, yay, everyone can have access!  

The Vote Is On and Everyone Is Dressed To Impress

My fave right now, Huma Abedin

Michelle Obama always has her hair perfect and the look is always right where it needs to be.

Mccain's mother and wife never seem to let me down...his mother receives #1 and **** for her fashion!  

Ok, so, I know that the whole discussion of all female political figures fashion is very controversial...but, how can I ignore it?  I have to share a couple of my favorites:

Some More Unexpected from Ecko

I truly recommend that everyone every once in a while check out the Ecko site...they have a quite surprising amount of cute items...I have also heard that Macy's carries the line and has cute items...the only bad part is that they put the logo on the clothes...yuck...but, oh well...the price is usually discounted, so that makes it a little better:)

Chloe Spring 2009...

I was finally starting on my surfing through Spring 2009 runway images and my first was for Chloe...I love the nude color palette and I AM IN LOVE with the pant style which is very similar to the India styling pant...I need, want, have to have a pair of these:)  And, I am excited to share that I have a  similar pair of the shorts from the runway that are now on sale at Urban Outfitters for only $9.99!  Worth checking out and getting right now...

No Need To Pout...

I love how they used a classic woman...kinda like the Juicy Couture.

I have been wanting a shirt like this for sooo long, I LOVE the hood!  

See the similarities?  Look up and then down, up and then down:)  Hmmm....thinking you need the dress below...it is already less than $50 and will probably go on sale really soon because the new Go International line will be in stores soon:)


I couldn't find the dresses I saw for Isaac Mizrahi, but I thought the below items were too darling to not include...and they have the same feeling as Lorick.


I have been dreaming of a Lorick piece for what seems like forever...ok, I guess it hasn't been that long since it is a new line...but, I made myself finally go to Target last night to snoop around (it has been forever since I have been...the one nearest to me is really, really far away:).  Well, am I glad that I did!  The recent Go International line that isn't even done by a BIG designer is very similar to the stylings of my coveted Lorick as well as a couple of Isaac Mizrahi pieces...another couple of fun things to note, Revolve Clothing has a couple of really cool fall trend notes that were done by the costume designer of Gossip Girl, and the Lorick New York site has been revamped, and I LOVE the new look!  

*Now, yes, I am showing you the Target lines, but I still want, crave and can't wait to get a Lorick item...I just googled sample sales and she has had some...

Looks like they usually happen in April...but, why not call for the 4-1-1???

When/Where: Saturday, April 5th from noon—6pm. 676 Broadway between Bond and Great Jones Sts, second floor (212-529-1407).

The Hills are ALIVE...with the Sound of Fashion....

The girls from The Hills have truly taken off...these young women seriously struck gold catching this show at such a young age...and it seems that the younger version didn't seem to stick to it with the new Laguna Beach, but the true girls from the original cast of friends have made it BIG in their own way in the fashion world.  I am SUPER excited about Whitney Port's new line, Eve& A line!  I totally connect with the line because she is inspired by none other than vintage!    And, even better, the price point is really good from $65-$330...

GLAM GOD LOST ITS BEST

I could not believe that Jess Zaino was let go this week!  I was so surprised and let down...and mostly since this past week was her birthday...that really sucks...but, their loss!  Since she is no longer on the show, I am shooting for Tiger Lily Hill...Her myspace page is interesting...I wonder if she put this together, or if she has an assistant doing it...I am guessing that she is also designing clothes from her site as well....Her company name is Crown Atelier...check it out...I will get images ASAP from the clothing line...everything is really cute with a bit of a vintage edge to it...MOre to come...

Sleep, Eat, Breathe SEX AND THE CITY THE MOVIE

I am literally getting inspiration in my sleep watching the Sex and the City movie...I am serious:)  I wake up with new ideas of what to wear:)  LOL!  And I am crazy enough to buy another copy because I bought the copy which was missing the EXTRAS from the longer ending to remarks about the fashion in the movie...well, right now, I have gone through most of my jewelry precious and costume to start layering...this is an example of what I wore today....the pearls in my hand are really, really long:)  The pieces, an H&M necklace from years ago, the heart necklace is from India and the long necklace is also from H&M:) 

I have been Needing...

A perfect plaid blouse for fall to go with my coveted Pour la Victoire Lisette stems...and finally, I found the perfect style on eBAY for the best price ever!  This is an unused J. Crew (I am LOVING every catalog from J. Crew right now...they all have the perfect styling...and go to a store today because everything that is on sale also gets an extra 40% off!  Plus, if you work for this company, you get a clothing allowance...I need to get some hours there:)  plaid blouse that is too goo to be true.

For the shoes...I have the maroon style which I want to wear with this top and I am getting the grey/navy shoe, which I have a billion ensembles put together already for this MUST-HAVE shoe!  Note: The brand, Pour la Victoire is the most comfy shoe you will ever place your footsies into! 

Boots, Boots, Boots

I just wore a pair of my most fave shoes today that look soooooooo Chanel-esque that I am swimming in ideas of what to wear them with!  

Plus, I am getting my VERY FIRST pair of UGGS this week that are worth the wait!  They have a subtle paisley design that is embossed on the shoe that you can barely tell is there...so it is not gaudy by any means....I am soo in LOVE!  

Follow up on Lauren Conrad Skirt

Today I was browsing at OLD NAVY and found a skirt for $6.99 that looks just like the Sally Skirt I have been waiting for by Lauren Conrad, but instead, it is way, way less!  I about scream out loud when I saw it!  The skirt comes in grey and black from what I saw:)

Also, Old Navy has some ballet flats so similar to a pair that I saw at Kate Spade that I did a double take!

To top all of the deals off, Kate Spade stores are selling Kenneth Jay Lane pieces that were once $255 for ONLY $25!  Rush in today!

Fall:The Skirt of The Moment

I am loving full, high waist skirts this fall.  Pair with ankle boots, high heeled oxfords and belts with bows...how can you go wrong?  And if it gets a bit cool, add some fab tights!  

Want It, Need It, Buy It: Package Deal From Saks

Do you want to purchase all of the must-have cosmetics for this fall with a great package to put in?  Saks has EXACTLY what you are looking for...instead of searching for all of these items for trendy makeup this fall...buy a package deal for only $198 that has it all ready to go at a perfect price!  It's so smart!  The clutch is by none other than Marc Jacobs and here is what the package includes:

Dior 5-Color Eyeshadow compact in Tender Chic, Nars The Multiple in Copacabana, Yves Saint Laurent Touch Blush in Number 2, Giorgio Armani Gloss in Number 16, Guerlain Le 2 Two-Brush Mascara in black and a deluxe sample of Chanel Sublimage. 

High Waist Skirt...Still Waiting For From Lauren Conrad Collection

I am still waiting for the Cindy Skirt that is supposed to come out this month from the Lauren Conrad collection...now, California Style has acknowledged that she has another style high waist skirt with front pleating called, Sally Skirt (you can order the skirt now at Boutique to You and it will be available in October.) that will be apart of the Holiday Collection...I can't wait till I can get my hands on one of these styles...Lauren keeps wearing them all over LA and getting shot by the paparazzi and I just want mine so bad now:)  At least this style is great for all seasons, so stand in line girls:)

Shop It To Me Some More

If you still haven't signed up, it is due time...get ready to save some money right now with Shop It To Me!  The new and AMAZING new site that send you emails with sales that are happening online and in stores near you...whatever you ask for, they provide...so, sign up today!

Another Show...Glam God on VH1

When I first heard about Glam God I knew I had to check it out!  I love all things stylists since I am one as my day-to-day job:)  But, I really LOVE watching reality shows that focus on what we do since it is always inspiring of course...

The review...

I love that Jess Zaino, one of my fave celeb stylists is on the show and is still in the contest...the rest of the stylists I am not familiar with and so far, I don't really think I am amused by...we shall see if that changes...

I am not sure how Vivica is hosting (and producing---I think she should have just done the producing) the show...she doesn't seem to be much of a diva or a stylish celeb anymore either...but, oh well...she is overly dramatic and seems to love the spotlight for now...

I think that the co-host, kind of like the Tim Gunn of the show, Phillip Bloch. 

I asked Jess Zaino a couple of questions about being on the show and more about her...here's a bit of the interview:

Why did you decide to participate in the VH1 show Glam God?

I WANTED TO PARTICIPATE IN GLAM GOD BECAUSE IN ADDITION TO PROVING MYSELF AS A STYLIST, IT SEEMED LIKE A FUN TIME.

 

How was it working with Vivica Fox?

MISS VIV IS THE CONSUMATE PROFESSIONAL.

 

Had you ever worked with any of the stylists featured in the show prior to airing?

NO I HAD NOT.

 

Have you ever cut up a designer piece like you did on the first episode with the Vera Wang piece?

HA. I LIVE BY THE D.I.Y. CREED,  SO CUTTING THINGS UP IS PART OF MY STYLE. I GUESS I SHOULD HAVE THOUGHT ABOUT IT BEFORE CUTTING THIS PARTICULAR VERA WANG DRESS.

 

How has it been being on the Style Network and also on various programs like VH1, and where do you plan on being featured next?

I LOVE TO EXPRESS MYSELF THROUGH FASHION, ART AND UNIQUE LIVING; IT JUST SO HAPPENS THAT MY MEDIUM IS TELEVISION. NEXT UP, I AM LAUNCHING AN ACCESSSORY COLLECTION, PUBLIGHING A STYLE BOOK IN 2009 AND HOPEFULLY BOOKING MORE TEEVEE GIGS.

 

What do you think of the following fashion focused reality shows:

America's Next Top Model

LOVE THE HEART AND SOUL OF THE WANNA BE MODELS

 

Project Runway

LOVE THE DESIGNS AND INNOVATIONS OF THE COMPETITORS

 

Rachel Zoe Project

SHE SURPRISINGLY REAL

 

What are your tips for fashionistas this fall as far as trends and deals go?

IT’S ALL DRIPPING WITH DARK COLORS: RICH PLUMS, GRAY AND BLACK. GET YOURSELF A VAMP NAILPOLISH AND BURBERRY SLIPONS.

 

Where can we expect to see you next?

I'M LOOKING FOR  NEW FRIENDS AT: http://www.famousvh1friends.com/personality/7 4744/jess-zaino.

Fashion Shows on TV...

Another scene is on your t.v....right now, there are a vast selection of fabulous fashion television shows to view...it seems like every day during the week you can catch something fashion related to watch or Tivo...here are a few of my faves...also, if you want to read reviews...check out one of my fave blogs, Style Television.  

Gossip Girl...do I really need to say more?

Rachel Zoe's preview has rerun over and over on Bravo...check it out...it looks like it will be a fun season.

American's Next Top Model seems to be on another level, literally...they have taken it to some other place outside of this universe and I am trying to catch why anyone would add so many costumes---literally...but, we shall see...I already have my favorites...we shall see who sticks with it this season.

How to Look Good Naked, keeps going and is putting a spin on looking beautiful with fashion...I love this show!  

Project Runway---amazing as ever!  I always hear people talking about it like the designers are just ok...I am like, I would like to see you work under this type of stress!  Some of the guest judges have been random...but, it is a show...what do you expect...they have to change things up somehow to keep us talking:) 

Fashion Week is ON!

Another New York fashion week is occurring and I am missing it again:( Boo-hoo...but, life goes on, I guess...

But, there are grand happenings that are making it much easier for people like moi to experience all of the fashion happenings on a variety of levels.

A.  First and foremost, one of my fave bloggers, The Most Knowledgeable Fashion Blogger I know, Sarah Conley from Style It Online sharing all of her experiences through her blog at New York Fashion Week.

B.  All iPhone holders---I am now one:)  Can access fashion week and fab fashion blogs during the week of every fab fashion week via your iPhone.  I was soo excited when I read about this in the NYT two weeks ago!  Makes me proud to be an iPhone holder:) They think of everything.  "Designer Collections Packed Into An iPhone."

C.  Just keeping up with fashion everywhere...seems like everyone is emailing me updates from their perspective of fashion week...here are a few to flip through:

Saks Fifth Avenue

Isaac Mizrahi

New York Magazine

BG Report

Jess Zaino Reel August 2008

Jess Zaino Rocks! She is down for everything and I LOVE that! She is so on it!