Thursday, December 15, 2011
Heading to the airport...
Today I am flying to Florida for 2 weeks! It's been a long time since I've had that many days off & I am excited to sleep in and spend time with people that are awesome.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Capes
Monday, December 5, 2011
New Booties
Ever since seeing Bad Teacher I've been wanting a pair of booties like the Louboutin 'Fifre' she wore in the film. Unfortunately these are not available anymore.
After much searching I found these Guess 'Owens' booties. The only size close to mine that I could find in the world of the interweb was a 6.5. I hope they fit!
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Christmas time is here!
It's finally December & I am feeling Christmasy. We made gingerbread cookies, put up the tree, and I have Christmas music playing. It's happening.
... and yes, Santa, I will take more shoes.
... and yes, Santa, I will take more shoes.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Monday, November 28, 2011
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Saturday, November 19, 2011
New Louboutins...
So, I sold some clothes on eBay and thus am allowing myself one more pair of beautiful Louboutins. I don't know what it is about these shoes, but they just look so good on your foot. I couldn't resist. A four pair collection is pretty good and enough. There is a reason this pair is called the "Sexy." The peep toe, the stiletto... I know, black patent like my Pigalles, but I LOVE patent!!!
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Things to Invest in & Things NOT to Invest In
I've been wanting to post about this topic for a while. I've found that America tends to be a throw-away culture; one that encourages people to constantly buy the "newer, better" product while their older one sits on a shelf somewhere collecting dust. In some ways I am a little more European. I like to take baths, eat my salad after my entree, eat fruit for dessert, I find the romantic languages to be the most beautiful, and I'd rather have a medium-sized healthy, quality meal than a big bucket of KFC chicken for half the price. I also believe in investment pieces; pieces that you buy at a higher price to last you decades, even a lifetime if chosen properly and well taken care of.
I want to post about pieces that I think are worth buying quality over quantity. I also want to say that sometimes I don't buy quality: trendy things that I may only use a few times. Sometimes I do buy these things, but from Forever 21 or Target. I most definitely wouldn't spend $200 on a bear ear hat, though I will spend $20 on one from Target. This won't just be about clothes though. I also think there are home items that are worth investing in and some that aren't. A white rug that's going to get dirty no matter how much it costs? Buy that from Target, not from Crate & Barrel.
I want to post about pieces that I think are worth buying quality over quantity. I also want to say that sometimes I don't buy quality: trendy things that I may only use a few times. Sometimes I do buy these things, but from Forever 21 or Target. I most definitely wouldn't spend $200 on a bear ear hat, though I will spend $20 on one from Target. This won't just be about clothes though. I also think there are home items that are worth investing in and some that aren't. A white rug that's going to get dirty no matter how much it costs? Buy that from Target, not from Crate & Barrel.
Investment Pieces Every Girl Should Aspire to Own:
CLASSIC FRAGRANCES: Whether you have a signature fragrance or you use many different ones, classic scents are a must.
RED NAIL POLISH: Chanel, OPI, Essie. Red nail polish doesn't seem to be going out of style ever.
LOUIS VUITTON SPEEDY: The 25 or 30, this bag is classic. Audrey Hepburn carried it 50 years ago and it's still being carried by celebrities today. I prefer the 25 in Damier (above) as the 30 looked like luggage on my small frame and the Damier dark handles won't get stained.
CHANEL BAGS: I have three classic Chanel bags, which I've blogged about before. I will be carrying these bags until I die. The mini is perfect for going out because you can wear it across your body. The East/West, in lambskin, is for more sophisticated evenings. The Jumbo is perfect for daytime wear. Shopping, errands, anything. It may seem silly to have three black quilted bags of different sizes, but I love each for their small but important differences.
PYTHON METALLIC BAG: I chose this stunning gold Michael Kors 'Beverly' python satchel. It's huge and can carry whatever I need. It shines. The details are incredible. This bag retailed for $3900 (not quite what I paid), but it will be in style for decades.
GUCCI SUKEY BAG: This huge carry-all bag with brown accents is my newest bag, but I already use it for so many things. Day to day, shopping, travel. I adore it.
DIAMOND EARRINGS: Pearls are beautiful, and every girl should have a pair or two, but pearls are delicate. They scratch so easily. But diamonds are hard. They don't scratch. They don't change color (like CZ). They are sturdy. Aside from getting a jeweler to check them twice a year to make sure the setting looks good, they require no maintenance. I wear mine pretty much every day and night.
A PUCCI SCARF: These scarves are iconic. The Pucci print on a scarf is classic.
LEOPARD PRINT: There are certain things that don't go out of style. Basic black, cashmere, leopard print. I could probably dress myself entirely in leopard print if I wanted to look tacky. I believe in only one leopard print piece at a time. It's also so fun in lingerie.
CLASSIC BLACK FRAME SUNGLASSES: While I love and adore tortoise and find that to be just as classic, black framed sunglasses provide so much glamour. Tom Ford's cat-eye or a simple shaped Chanel mother-of-pearl pair, I have a feeling I'll be wearing these for years to come.
BLACK MERMAID & PENCIL SKIRTS: Does anyone doubt these won't look as beautiful in 10 years? They are flattering, match any top, and just remind me of the 1950s.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN PIGALLE 120 PUMP: Every girl must have a pair of classic black pumps. These are my newest and most favorite pair. I love everything about them. They are stunning.
BLACK BALLET FLATS: Simple, comfortable, and match almost anything.
BURBERRY RAIN BOOTS: Rain boots always make life a little better when it's storming outside.
CLASSIC WEDGES: Perfect for vacationing to warm areas or wearing throughout summer, the classic wedge is a must own.
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN SATIN JOLI MULES: These are another recent purchase, but I adore them. Incredibly feminine and sophisticated.
KNEE HIGH BOOTS: The flat version of these doesn't ever look trashy, though heeled pairs can also be classic. I prefer the flat, as you have less of a chance of slipping on ice when wearing them.
UGG CLASSIC TALL BOOT: I have these in the tan and chocolate brown. While some people have issues with UGGs (men especially), I think that in the wintertime, they are essential. The sheepskin is so warm & comfy and this style is just as cute today as it was the year it came out.
STRAW FEDORA: I have a few of these (this one from Express). I love them in the summer. At the beach, pool, or really anywhere, this style is perfection.
LITTLE BLACK DRESS: Need I say more?
WHITE BUTTON UP: I have a few of these, but I especially love the pockets on Calvin Klein version.
WHITE TANK & TEE: Simple and great when your accessories make your outfit.
JUICY COUTURE TRACKSUIT: While I don't like much from Juicy, I love their classic colored tracksuits, of which I own a few.
BLACK BLAZER/JACKET: I have a number of these as well. Great for work or going on.
CLASSIC TRENCH COAT
QUALITY DENIM: I personally believe in high quality denim. My favorite are Hudson, 7 for all mankind, Joe's Jeans, and Citizens for Humanity. Being petite, I've found that the denim that is the best fitting on me is always at least $150 a pair.
MICHAEL KORS LUGGAGE: Louis Vuitton is amazing as well. I happen to have Kors luggage.
HIGH THREAD COUNT SHEETS: Everyone should sleep on a set of 1500 or higher thread count sheets. They feel almost like satin, but they aren't. White or cream.
AIR-O-SWISS HUMIDIFIER: This is perhaps the oddest item on my list. However, it's one of the most essential. I love my humidifier. I sleep with it next to my bed every night. I think it's a beauty product, as well as a health product. Great for your sinuses and your skin, I can't quite express how much I love mine, plus the design is so modern!
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