Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Milly + Sperry = Shoes 2012

One of my favorite designers is Milly; I have been in love with her dresses since high school. She mixes femininity and sexiness together to make a fashionable statement. Milly is known for her vivacious prints, bold colors, and classic silhouettes...

.... Milly teamed up with Sperry TopSiders for Spring 2012 to introduce a new flair to the ever so classic boat shoe. While Sperry's are relatively inexpensive, Milly brings a pricier tag with her mix. The Milly TopSiders range from $195-$250. 

As shocked as I am to see these two brands team up, I am pleasantly surprised by the outcome. 





Check out Nordstrom.com to look at the entire Milly + Sperry collaboration! 

Monday, February 6, 2012

I'm in Love with my Valentine Shoes!

Valentine's Day is exactly ONE week away. While I've never been a fan of Valentine's Day, I'm excited for this year. I have the most fabulous Valentine any girl could ask for! He is the perfect gentleman... but I can assure you, we are just friends. (I hear he bought me a lovely gift!) So this year, I will not be so bitter and I will welcome Valentines Day with open arms and an open heart that maybe next year I will be spending it with a love and not just a friend. The Retail Industry makes billions off of holidays like Valentines Day. Everyone wants either pink or red something, sometimes black if it's lingerie. Some of it is tacky. But some items are just so cute you can't resist. 






My favorite Valentine's Themed item this year is......... (drum roll)........ 



TOM'S Limited Edition Valentine Classics!


I will be sporting these cutesy, comfy heart shoes around Valentines Day!

My Oh My... A New Shade from OPI!

I am one that loves luxury... And I tend to fall in love with the finer things in life. But I am constantly amazed by the small things that never fail to bring a smile to my face. Like wearing a new mascara... Finding the perfect shade lipgloss... Discovering a long lasting eyeliner... And in this case, buying a new shade of nail polish. 

... Mom sent me to Target with her Credit Card-- big mistake. Target is a play land for women. If you've never bought their basic black sweatpants, I urge you to go NOW. Go on. I have at least 6 pairs of their yoga pants AND they come in 3 lengths- long, regular, short. I've been known to buy 3 pairs at a time. The neon sports bras are also fun. The colors are so bright-- it's impossible to turn away. Target's brand Market Pantry makes a LARGE bag of caramel popcorn. I just can't resist. And their planners are so organized. I could write about Target for hours... but no lady can skip the cosmetic section. I have tried! And it's just not possible...

... I'm always so torn between Essie and OPI. I was actually trying to be a "smart shopper" so I refused to leave Target until I had decided on JUST ONE new nail color. In the end, OPI won my heart over with "Don't Mess With OPI." A jade green that is perfect for St. Patty's Day. I love it! 






















Sunday, February 5, 2012

Valentine's Day Ensemble

Valentine's Day Ensemble

Splendid lurex sweater
$109 - barneys.com

Vicini bootie boots
$209 - thecorner.com

Kate Spade satchel bag
$298 - lordandtaylor.com

Kate spade jewelry
$148 - saksfifthavenue.com

Kate Spade tri color jewelry
$128 - saksfifthavenue.com

Kate Spade stackable jewelry
$88 - bloomingdales.com

Kate Spade facets jewelry
$78 - saksfifthavenue.com

Printed silk scarve
£95 - liberty.co.uk

Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss
$28 - lordandtaylor.com

Bobbi Brown Blush
$24 - bloomingdales.com

Dior New Dior Vernis Nail Lacquer
$23 - lordandtaylor.com

Newest Obsession: Colored Denim

Innocently Romantic

Innocently Romantic

Valentino ruffle cocktail dress
$2,105 - mytheresa.com

Leather shoes
£210 - kurtgeiger.com

Shoes
£210 - kurtgeiger.com

NUR locking bag
$175 - yoox.com

Alexis Bittar cuff jewelry
$295 - nordstrom.com

Alexis Bittar woven jewelry
$255 - mytheresa.com

Kevia cocktail jewelry
$76 - theoutnet.com

NARS Blush - Gaiety
$28 - barneys.com

Nars Lip Gloss In Super Orgasm
£18 - liberty.co.uk

So Lady Gaga-esque

I am a Lady Gaga fanatic. Yes, I am a little monster. I saw her in concert in 2010 and it was by far the best performance I've ever seen! Mother Monster is just such an inspiration to all. And I don't mind her eccentric and outrageous style. Her most recent video, Marry the Night, is one of my all-time favorites. I love the video but I actually love the youtube video of her Gaga Thanksgiving. That all black ensemble is STUNNING on Gaga. I LOVE the dress.







... As I was looking at Alexis Bittar jewelry the other day, I came across a bracelet that screams Mother Monster! I immediately thought of Gaga in Marry the Night when I saw the cuff bracelet. It's so modern. Alexis Bittar has some incredible pieces that I would love to have...







So next time I have a simple black dress to wear, I'm going to jazz it up with this cuff bracelet by Alexis Bittar.