Shopping Sunday: Find of the Day

While browsing online, and checking out one of my favorite websites for anything new, I came across this fabulous find!!!

Now, its a great find for a couple of reasons:

(1) It's ADORABLE!

(2) It's a clutch, and we all know how much I am obsessed with clutches. Plus, for those not-so-much clutch enthusiasts, it has a great chain shoulder handle so you don't have to rely on your hands to make sure your bag stays on you the entire night

(3) It was apparently featured in US Weekly and People Magazine, which is always a plus. I tried to find the cut-out of it, but had no such luck. 

(4) The price is unbelievable - if I were to ever lose this, while out, I wouldn't in the least be upset because it's so inexpensive, but definitely doesn't look it!

(5) Helloooo, the fringe! When used sparingly (like with this bag), fringe can give any outfit that extra bit of texture and "volume" that may be needed. 

Melie Biano: Fringe Clutch in Taupe ($55) 

Also available in Black and Brown. 

Link: http://www.shopepic.com/epic/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=MELIE+BIANCO+FRINGE+CLUTCH+IN+TAUPE&pf_id=PAAAAAFPKEJAHLGM&dept_id=3315&mscssid=3VM4V0SDS92A8NB07XENTH55P6S1DQJF

Shoulder Bags: A Must-Have

A shoulder bag is a difficult closet item. It's hard to find one that lays on your body in a flattering way, and it's even harder to find one that doesn't look like a 5th graders messenger book-bag, and still fits all of your day-to-day items. Also, I have found that shoulder bags (out of all handbag styles) run the highest risk of looking cheap, but this M Clifford Designs bag is a great find! 

This shoulder strap is optional, so if you are cramped for time, it goes from shoulder bag to clutch faster than you can say "this bag is amazing!" AND it's dimensions are 10"H x 15"W x 1" D you can't get more perfect amount of space than that. It comes in 3 awesome colors: Black, Dark Red and Camel - all three of which are totally seasonal, versatile, and utterly yummy looking! But do not be fooled, it's not only the colors that differentiate each bag from the other, it's also the detailing with the leather. The black and red are regular leather, while the camel is made of "fish scale patterned leather" - so this one has a little more texture to it. Also, if you look at the "additional images" you will see that the trim of leather in between the two zippers is different for the black and the dark red: the black has a distressed leather look, while the red has a "snake patent print" trim. I, personally like the black the best (duh!), but really all of them are great! 

M Clifford Designs: Renee in Black ($445) 

Link: http://www.jenniferkaufman.com/renee-black-p-4347.html

Link (for Camel): http://www.jenniferkaufman.com/renee-camel-p-4345.html

Link (for Dark Red): http://www.jenniferkaufman.com/renee-dark-red-p-4346.html

Chan Luu - she's a Goddess

(1) Chan Luu Silver/Gold Vermeil Leather Wrap Bracelet in Brown ($215)   

(2) Chan Luu Silver Leather Wrap Bracelet in Brown ($195) 

I know these bracelets have been out for a while, but I -embarrassingly enough- have been a late bloomer when it comes to loving Chan Luu and her amazing creations. I wish Fragments.com would carry all of her wrap bracelets (yes, they come in more styles/colors than just these two), because they are just so cool and chic! You can wear them either as bracelets or necklaces, or however you want. I prefer to wear them as bracelets, and the gold and silver combos are great looking, I just wish that this website carried them in the black thread, instead of the brown - but the brown is still gorgeous!

These look great with any casual, day-to-day outfit, or for going out at night at the beach wearing a nice sundresss.  

Link (1): http://www.fragments.com/catalog_detail.aspx?d=291&viewall=1&id=50648

Link (2): http://www.fragments.com/catalog_detail.aspx?d=291&viewall=1&id=50644

Earrings, Earrings, Earrings...Fa, La, La, La, La, La, La

Earrings are great for more than 1,000 reasons...

Some of mine include: (1) So girly, and who doesn't love to be girly! (2) They make a great gift, because (almost) everyone loves them, wears them, and needs them; (3) They are so versatile, and there is such a wide range of earring that you can shop for, so the sky is the limit when it comes to this genre of accessory; (4) They dress up any simple outfit...I could go on and on, but I won't, I'll just post some of my fun earring finds - ranging from the classics to the flirty

(1) Marcia Moran "Wire Weave" Earrings ($ 93) - in Silver and Gold (Not shown)! 

Link: http://www.jlamore.com/product.asp?lt=d&deptid=6935&pfid=JLM01359

(2) Robert Coin Diamond Hoop Earrings, 1.50 TCW ($3,200) 

Everyone needs a little "bling" in their life and what better way than a great diamond hoop! Always a classic must-have and a great way to dazzle up a simple outfit. This hoop that I have picked out is 4/5" diameter and has round cut diamonds...Robert Coin does have other smaller and larger version, also a smaller one that isn't round cut, rather has pave inset diamonds, but we all know we don't like the inset ones...

Link: http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod48210046&parentId=cat12300761&masterId=cat4870732&index=28&cmCat=cat000000cat2830732cat4870731cat4870732cat1230076

(3) Steel Drum Discs in Gold ($28)

A great delicate, simple gold earring, that isn't as obscure as a post, and still gives your look that little pop of gold. Makes a great gift, as well!

Link: http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&_dynSessConf=480859340119276520&id=844336&parentid=JWL_EARRINGS_DROPS&pushId=JWL_EARRINGS_DROPS&popId=JWL_EARRINGS&sortProperties=&navCount=2&navAction=jump&fromCategoryPage=true&selectedProductSize=&selectedProductSize1=&color=gol&colorName=GOLD

(4) Yellow Gold Earrings w/ Heart Petal Cutouts ($1,940) 

For all you Gold-lovers (no, not Gold-diggers) out there...these earrings are a great classic, gold/diamond combo that can be saved for either special occasions or as your everyday earring. They also come in two other similar styles with a round or square setting, but I liked these better (the set up of the diamonds is prettier, and more girly...obviously!). 

Link: http://www.moondancejewelry.com/moondance/product.asp?s%5Fid=0&pf%5Fid=PAAAAAHKMIBNBBGD

(5) Alisha Louis: Deco Fan Earring ($70)

These are fabulous, more "fun" earrings (as I like to call them, because I tend to be more conservative with my earring choices) that are simple enough to jazz-up any outift for the office, or with a great sun dress and sandals. Plus, they add a great addition of color to any look, without giving too much color, and this turquoise color is such a neutral-color tone, which makes it easy to match many pieces. Oh! And did I mention that turquoise is just one of 16 colors that these earrings come in! How great is that - so now you can pick and choose your specific color, or buy multiple pairs, and mix and match away! 

Link: http://store.starsandinfinitedarkness.com/allodefanea.html

Enjoy, and feel free to add to this list! I'm sure I will in the future...a girl can never have too many fabulous earrings!

Happy Holidays!

Dolce Vita...we knew they are great!

Dolce Vita has always been one of my go-to for any shoe-need I may have. Their quality is great, and they always offer a little something extra to make them just one step edgier than the rest. For this find, these boots I've had my eye on forever, and now unfortunately they don't have my size, however maybe you'll have more luck. They are a great boot...oh and did I mention they are on sale! Enjoy!

Dolce Vita Toby Boot (Black - Orig: $198; Now: $139)

P.S. Shopepic, where I found these lovely boots is having a 30% off regular merchandise of $100 or more, so help out our economy and spend some! Just be aware, now that they are on sale - they are only available in sizes: 6, 6.5, & 7 - so if that's you, then more power to ya!

Link: http://www.shopepic.com/epic/product.asp?s_id=0&prod_name=DOLCE+VITA+TOBY+BOOT+IN+BLACK+DESTROYER&pf_id=PAAAAAJGODGHIDGI&dept_id=3299&mscssid=3VM4V0SDS92A8NB07XENTH55P6S1DQJF

Happy Holidays!

Some Good Finds

I was just going through some of my favorite websites - and considering I don't want to write my paper I have chosen to share with you some great finds (I'm only going to do two, since I really must get back to my work). 

It's holiday time and there are some really great gift buys out there...it's just a matter of knowing where to look. Remember that many sites right now are having promotional codes to help you save anywhere from 20-33% off of your purchases. Since the economy is not doing so great, many of these codes are not only offered on full-priced items, but also sale and final sale items. Websites to look at are revolveclothing.com (always a great go-to site) and shopbop.com (obviously...) for their great deals and free shipping. 

One of my favorite handbag designers, Foley + Corinna (although they offer clothing as well) offer fabulous leather non-conventional ways to lug your items in. They also are a brand who I would through into the Rebecca Minkoff category of "humble-designer" bags - where they aren't your run of the mill brand names and offer a much more creative and unique looking style to your daily-wear. Plus, they are rarely found to be on sale, so this is a great find!

F + C Glazed City Clutch ($310.80 <-- that is an unbelievable price!) 

And, the great thing about this item is not only that it's a clutch - but it's so versatile because of their fabulous clutch-turned-shoulder bag mechanism, so it's basically like two bags in one!

I'm always one to shy away from colors (because black IS my life and my wardrobe) but this glossy cranberry is such a great pop of color, and it's not too overwhelming/tacky and the glossy-ness gives it that sophisticated shine. AND if I haven't sold you on this bag yet, it's available at this awesome price in either the glossy cranberry OR in the glossy black (which is equally as FAB!). Just all in all this makes an awesome git and/or additional to your bag collection, and trust me when I say Foley and Corinna know what there doing! 

Link: http://www.shopbop.com/glazed-city-clutch-foley-corinna/vp/v=1/845524441823515.htm?folderID=2534374302023758&fm=browse-brand-viewall

UrbanOutfitters has always been one of my favorite retailers. Recently within  the past few years they have really grown in sophistication and level of taste. Between their exclusive brands like Lux, and Silence and Noise, they also have added items custom made from well known designers. Some of these include: Hawk by Geren Ford (who doesn't LOVE Geren Ford!), Play by C.[harlotte] Ronson, and Lark and Wolff by Steven Alan. So they definitely have up-ed their game. 

This great skirt is just a fun, really reasonable additional to your wardrobe that just gives any outfit a more edgy feel. It's is great paired with a sheer ruffle top and ankle boots, for a night out (that's what I plan on doing when mine arrives in the mail!). The fact that it's high waisted and the off-to-the-side zipper is just so fun and very "in" (I hate to sound like my mother right there, but I could not resist). Plus the quality of Silence & Noise is totally a steal for the price.

Silence & Noise Moto Mini ($68)

Link: http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=15283989&color=01

Enjoy! And Happy Holiday-Shopping!