Thursday, March 24, 2011

Tory Burch Private Sale

Tory Burch's Private Sale started today and will run for the next four days, March 24 - 28th.


You can clickthrough to the sale, but then you must enter your email to be on the "list."  If you're looking for Tory flats, you're out of luck - there's only one pair in camo.

Spring is here!  So, of course I had to take a peek at their dresses.


Here are a few of my faves:

 A boldly embellished neckline transforms the simple LBD into a festive modern classic. 
$450.00
$180.00


Our colorful abstract print gives the sweet Dora Dress an artsy edge. 
$350.00
$140.00


Rich, multi colored tweed brings vibrant dimension to the Petula Dress's classic sheath silhouette.
$425.00
$170.00

Friday, March 18, 2011

Gap Give and Get Event

Gap's Give and Get Event is back!

Beginning March 17th to the 20th, Gap will donate 5% of your purchase to the non-profit organization of your choice. You will also receive 30% off all purchases at Gap and its sister stores. 

You give and you get.


Don't forget our friends in Japan who really need our support right now.


Thursday, March 17, 2011

Nordstrom Private Beauty Event

Nordstrom's invitation-only Private Beauty Event is here from March 16 - 20th. If you have Nordstrom card, you receive 3x the points and you'll get a fabulous gift with your beauty purchase.



I love getting gifts with my beauty purchase! They're great for travel and it makes me feel like I'm "saving" (just a little) and being rewarded for picking up my beauty staples that never go on sale.

Some of my favorite goodies:


Ok, this isn't actually a gift. It's a special purchase for $60 for this Bobbi Brown shadow and eyeliner palette in one. This is the perfect eye kit for everyday wear. Neutrals for day and turn up the drama at night. I love it!

Exclusively ours! The ultimate day-to-night palette for women on the go, with four beautifully wearable neutrals for a natural daytime look and four sparkling, metallic shades to dress up your eyes once the sun goes down. Also includes a dual-ended eyeshadow and eyeliner brush so you can apply everything like a pro.




Receive a mini Blush in 'Super Orgasm' with your $100 NARS purchase.




Lar Mer is offering this Small Miracles kit with their best selling miracle products

La Mer Small Miracles
You are invited to indulge in Small Miracles—a luxurious introduction to La Mer's transformational treatments. Offer includes Crème de la Mer, The Eye Balm Intense, The Regenerating Serum and The Cleansing Foam, with any La Mer purchase of $300 or more.




Balenciaga is giving away a small companion pouch. Who wouldn't love having a mini-BBag cosmetic bag?  Tres chic and appeals to the bag-lady in me!

Mini Balenciaga Companion Pouch
Receive a deluxe mini Eau de Parfum and companion pouch with your $130 Balenciaga Paris purchase.


Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Oh. Em. GLee!

Any Gleeks out there?

Last night's Glee was the best episode ever!

(spoilers ahead)

The Glee club killed it with all the original songs -- though the lyrics might be questionable in a few (Trouty Lips?), the music was fantastic and spot-on with each songwriter's personality.  The biggest moment came (spoiler! spoiler!) when Blaine finally realized his feelings for Kurt.  The lines were written so beautifully and not only did our Kurt finally get a new boyfriend, but he also got... a kiss!  A real to-die-for first kiss, not a cop-out boys kiss for television. 

Watch it below:




Lastly, the episode finished off strong with Glee's new anthem "Loser like Me."
Beware though, you might catch yourself skipping to the song for the rest of the day! ;)

Loser Like Me:

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Prada Creepers

Prada reinvented brogues and showed off the new "Creeper" shoe collection for Spring/Summer.

The shoes are regular brogues with basketweave, sneaker and treaded soles. The shoes flew off the shelves of Prada when they went on sale.  What do you think?


Would you own a pair of Creepers?


Monday, March 14, 2011

Shopbop Launches Wedding Collection (yawn)


Shopbop's wedding collection is officially available to the public today and... well, yawn.

The collection consisted of loosely draped shapeless dresses with a more casual appeal.  I love weddings, and I especially love laid-back, cozy and intimate weddings where everyone feels like family. But, when I judge a wedding collection, my main metrics are "design range", "drama/flair" and "one-of-a-kind"; this collection scored a 5/10 across all measures.


Here were some of the more "interesting" ones:

 
 Simple spaghetti strapped dress with flowing skirt and a slight train.
Catherine Deane
Justine Long Dress
$1,310.00  


A vintage-inspired lace and nude sash tiered dress.
BCBGMAXAZRIA
Carly Layered Lace Gown
$548.00  


A Grecian inspired nude sweetheart dress with side train.
BCBGMAXAZRIA 
Carly Layered Lace Gown 
$548.00   

A one-of-a-kind, but semi-glorified petticoat nightgown.
 Temperley London 
Long Jadeene Dress 
$1,650.00


On the other hand, their short "wedding" dresses seemed a bit more inspired:


  
Thread
One Shoulder Dress
$495.00


  
Lela Rose
Brocade V Neck Dress with Belt
$1,595.00 



What do you think?

Tuesday, March 01, 2011

Oscars 2011

fI love the Oscars! I remember I used to stay up late (East Coast time) just to watch the Oscars in my parents' room. Since my parents didn't encourage TV-watching, we didn't have cable. In order to catch even a runny static still of the Hollywood stars, I would stand a foot away from the TV while holding up the antenna throughout the entire three-plus-hours of programming.

I have cable now. I can sit on my couch, hands-free, and even magically rewind, pause and fast-forward my TV programming. I suppose that's a happy ending -though I still believe no-TV-watching was the best childhood experience my parents ever gave me- but, back to the Oscars.

Was anyone else slightly let-down by the Oscars last night?  Result wise, I was extremely excited Natalie Portman and Colin Firth won. It would have been a huge upset if they hadn't!  I was also very happy Social Network didn't steal the night (sorry, J). After all, the Oscars has -for a few years now- inspired great upset by awarding the golden statue to underdogs, newcomers and outliers alike. This year, although the hosts were "young and hip", the show was... well, to be expected.

Fashion wise, it was also to be expected. Yawn.


Top Three Fashionistas

Anne Hathaway looked amazing in all of her changes.  She also looked like she was trying so much harder as hostess than teleprompter-reading James Franco (I still heart you James-from-Palo-Alto). But, if I had to choose, my favorite of her eight amazing dresses was the Givenchy dress she wore during the opening:



Second place is Cate Blanchett. I've been a huge fan of Cate ever since she lost the Oscar for Best Actress to Gywneth Paltrow in 1998 (huge upset, I tell ya). Fast-forward twelve years, Cate's still fierce (and Givenchy for the win!). The flow of her dress is ethereal and the splash of yellow beading on the shoulder criss-crossing at the back gives it a modern twist and makes the dress truly one-of-a-kind. Fashion wise, this would be number one, but personally, I'm making this my number two because I'm easily woo'ed by sparkles. 


Third place was challenging to place because no one really stood out. I mean, how does Anne put on eight stunning dresses and others fail to impress in even one? Does anyone else feel this way or am I just spoiled by the Lady Gaga's and Katy Perry's of today (I guess they wear "costumes" by definition)?

Hilary Swank and Halle Berry almost clinched third until I decided both silhouettes (dramatic mermaid trains) were "last year."  Mila Kunis was adorable in lavender, but I get so nervous about her having a wardrobe malfunction, I can't bear to post photos. So, finally, I decided to award my personal third place to Sandra Bullock. She gave an altogether different look than what she usually gives us; and, her look channeled the classiness to convey "hey, I'm A-list" and "Best actress coming through!"  You go, Sandy!



You didn't ask, but cutest couple of the night?  Javier and Penelope. 
This is their first public appearance together and she's still sporting the new-mommy glow! 

(Second place: Selena and Justin being uber cute at the Vanity Fair party)



What did you think of the Oscars? Who is your fashion pick for first, second and third?

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