Sweet Tooth under $50

June 8, 2010June 8, 2010Leave a comment

I like Daily Candy as much as the next girl, but sometimes it feels like they are speaking directly to me! Do you ever feel that way? Today I want everything they’re hawking and luckily it’s all cheap (under $50 to be exact). There are 16 in all so click here to peruse.

BC Footwear, $50

Windy Freda Headband, $50

Erica Weiner Pocketknife Necklace, $45 (LOVE)

Drape Shorts, $38

Mesh Converse Chuck Taylors, $40 Gap Cutoffs, $50

One more find that I am really into: two-toned espadrilles, $34

Click the photos for links to items!

Weekly Wish List: Forever 21

June 3, 2010Leave a comment

Starting a new weekly thing since I practically do this anyway. From Forever21’s new arrivals…these is my weekly wish list:

Three Vices Pocket Tee

1 striped skirt 2 silk top 3 pineapple tube 4 tulle tutu (sooo SATC) 5 pattern romper 6 batwing top 7 sunglasses 8 tie-dye dress 9 stacked heels 10 also really want this vices shirt from UO

Stationery Porn: MaeMae Paperie

May 20, 2010May 20, 2010Leave a comment

If you know me, you know I love letters, cards and all things paper. If you don’t know me, it doesn’t matter because you’re sure to drool over these custom stationery creations anyway. Thanks to Elements of Style for introducing me to MaeMae Paperie. Take a look and thank me later.

Favorite? I think so:

jaz4

Second Fave:

juday_suite

_MG_3269 _MG_3273 batman

Megan Gonzalez, the creator of this stationery is so talented (obvi) and she has an adorable blog and that makes me want to be friends with her/stalk her/take out a loan to buy her services for an event I’m not even having. Just take a look at her inspiration board…yep that’s her & her hubby in the picture labelled 8. It’s like creativity just pours out of this girl! You go!

Jewelry Porn: My dream come true

May 18, 2010May 18, 20102 Comments

I must admit, I’ve been infatuated before. I’ve had a crush. I’ve daydreamed and night-dreamed and thought about it before. But..I think I’m head over heels about this one. I’m talking about jewelry people!

These are estate diamond stacking bands from the Paris Hotel Boutique! {this is glamorous} is giving this one away… I die.

Look at how gorgeous they are!

After further research, they are actually affordable. Official, full-on, jewelry lust. Feast your eyes here.

I don’t think this one is meant to be stacked but it honestly looks like a steal at $345. Also, it’s a princess ring which I totes identify with.

Paris Hotel Boutique – where have you been all my life?

8 Jewelry Must-Haves

May 3, 2010Leave a comment

“Put even the plainest woman in a fabulous piece of jewelry and unconsciously she will try to live up to it.” from Charm & Chain Blog

I loved this quote when I saw it! I immediately thought about making a list of jewelry essentials. Most women use jewelry to get dressed every morning, but I’m always surprised to hear someone say “I don’t think I could pull that off”. Yes you can! While I aspire to own some authentic baubles one day, I am currently enjoying costume jewelry. There are so many cool things…from vintage to forever21. Here are my must-haves.

1. Dangle Earrings

Lucite and Rhinestone Drop Earrings Bird Cage Earrings

L to R Lucite Drops, Lively Tear Drop, Birdcage, Vintage Tulip

2. Bangle Bracelets

Crocodile and Stingray Bangle Set, Mixed Metals

L to R Edgy Bangle, Croc & Stingray, Jeweled Bangle, Smooth Interlocked

3. Statement Ring

Explosion Ring Rhinestone and Turquoise Stackable Rings Raw Crystal Ring

L to R Explosion, Cross, Stackable, Raw crystal

4. Layered Chains

Shimmery Faceted Stone Lariat Wood and Silver Bead Necklace

L to R Dynasty, Lariat, Snake Chain, Bead

5. Collar

UO Lace Collar Blue/Purple Beaded Bib Necklace UO Beaded Collar

L to R Lace, Bib , Beaded, Gold

6. Go-to Studs

Hexagon Stud Earrings, Assorted Colors Pave Knot Post Filigree Stone Posts Starfish Posts

L to R Hexagon, Knot, Filigree, Starfish

7. Everyday Watch

Grandma's Multichain Watch Metal Link Menswear Watch La Mer Black/Gold Face Watch

L to R Grandmas, Menswear, La Mer

8. Everyday Necklace

Fortune Cookie Necklace UO Bow Necklace Asymmetrical Free Bird Necklace

L to R Fortune, Bow, Free bird, Bars

Also check out Lilah Nicolaidis’ picks as well as a Spring refresher from Refinery29

Must-haves from Forever21

April 30, 2010Leave a comment

I just popped by forever21.com and I think I must have all of these things.

Thoughts? This is a really good shipment!!!

Swimsuits: To fret or not to fret? That is the question.

April 6, 2010April 7, 20102 Comments

My friends, I am trying to take my mind off my sick puppy for the time being with something so utterly distracting such as swimsuits. While I’ve promised to go on a many a diet/health kick/work0ut in preparation for Spring, really…I’m the same. And..I still plan on plunging into almost any pool I see (as long as I haven’t washed/curled my hair that day).

Readers, I am compelled to send you to your local TJ Maxx. That is where I’ve found my one and only beloved swimsuit of the summer. I tried it on for my boyfriend last weekend (just to get reviews) and I think he almost salivated! That has not happened. In. Forever. I tell you, it was not me! It was the magical swim suit. It’s a one piece but it is practically backless and completely suctioned. It is practically a piece of machinery in that it makes my boobs hit my clavical, my waist shrink 3″ and my back look as though there were nary a roll. BUT…(how can it get better you ask?) it doesn’t push the fat down to my legs!!! So they look normal, pretty good even (with a wedge added). What I can tell you about this glorious suit is that it’s Nine West or Calvin Klein, $19 and at TJ Maxx. It looks a lot like this but this isn’t it.

UPDATE: I found the swimsuit! It’s Calvin Klein 2009. It was featured last year on refinery29. And this is it!

Calvin Klein Push Up swimsuit

It has changed my summer 2010 – ALREADY.

While we’re on the subject…I don’t think you will be able to pry me out of one-pieces this season. So, here are a few more I like.

From Victoria’s Secret:

From Newport News:

Tropical floral-print bandeau Bandeau suit Metallic print bandeau Bandeau swim suit Shape fx® All-over control halter suit with drawstring neck Shape fx® All-over control twist-front bandeau swimsuit Shape fx® All-over control shirred one-piece suit

From Urban Outfitters:

Pins and Needles V-Neck One Piece Pins and Needles Ruffle One Piece Insight Vogue One Piece Kimchi Blue Crisscross Floral One Piece Pins and Needles Polka Dot Shirred One Piece

From Asos:

Tavik Colour Black Suit Flamingo Sands Floral Looped One Piece Swimsuit ASOS Draped Front Swimsuit Mouillé Morroka Beaded Fringe Swimsuit Mouillé Poiret Ruffle Front Swimsuit ASOS Spot Tie Front Swimsuit Cosabella Stripe Deep V-Neck One Piece Swimsuit