What I'm Wearing - Flat Booties

I originally purchased these shoes because I didn't want to wear heels to David Guetta, but they've so quickly become my favorite shoes. They're really easy to dress up or down and they can be worn with a variety of outfits - jeans, leggings, tights and a dress. Really, the only thing I wouldn't suggest pairing these with is Yoga Pants (my TRUE guilty pleasure).


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In case you're wondering - they're the DV by Dolce Vita Brylee Ankle Boot. Retails at Bloomingdale's and also comes in a Grey & Silver Variety.

um, and in bonus news - Ian Mackaye gets tattooed at the same studio I do! WHAT JOY!!!

Review: Boutique by Forever 21

I was looking forward to the launch of this brand extension, after being pleased by the quality and depth of "Twelve by Twelve" (although some of the items are questionable). However, my optimism was quickly dashed when I realized that "feminine, romantic, vintage inspired" was a euphamism for excessive & inappropriate beading. Now some pieces from this collection:





EVERYTHING HAS SO MUCH BEADING FOR NO REASON. I'M SO UPSET BY THIS. I THOUGHT THEY WERE GOING TO BE WEIRD FLOWY SEE THROUGH SHIRTS AND THIS IS WHAT I GET. NO WONDER WHY I ALWAYS FEEL EMPTY WHENEVER I PURCHASE ANYTHING FROM FOREVER 21. DISAPPOINTMENT OF THE YEAR.

What I'm Wearing - The Yellow Scarf

Guilty Pleasure Item of the Season #2 -- Combat Boots

Now, lately, I'd been musing about the practicality of a pair of Combat Boots. Would it be more practical than Victorian style lace up boots? Would I look like Daria Morgendorffer? Is it just not my aesthetic? In my own mind, I had convinced myself that Combat boots were something every girl needed, but i refused to buy them until i found the RIGHT pair.






I am restraining myself from going back to Bloomingdale's tonight and trying them on. I feel like there should be some kind of censor in me that says "No." but there isn't and well, I know if I show up in CT with these at Thanksgiving my mother will ask herself where she went wrong.

Sale Calendar for the Week of 11/15

THIS WEEKS SAMPLE & REGULAR SALES!!!!

The Outnet
Going, Going, Gones
11/18 @ 12PM - Stella McCartney Clutch
11/20 @ 12 PM - Missoni Scarf

Featured Designer: Karl Lagerfeld

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Gilt Groupe
11/5 @PM: Chloe Sunglasses, James Perse, Shoshanna
11/16 @12 PM: Nanette Lepore, Johnstons Cashmere, Carolina Herrera
11/17 @12 PM: AG Jeans, Bric, Halston, Maurice Lacroix Watches, Airedelsur
11/18 @12PM: Baby Quasar, Just Cavalli (Accessories too), TSE, Oscar de la Renta
11/19 @12 PM: CNC Handbags, Trina Turk Gianfranco Ferre

Gilt Fuse
11/16 @12 PM: Daniblack, C&C California
11/17 @ 12PM: Orla Kiely, Ettika Jewelry
11/18 @ 12PM: Diesel Black Gold, Sparklin Sage, Invicta Watches, Plenty by Tracy Reese, Members Only
11/19 @12PM: Design History

Gilt Man
11/15 @ 9PM: Everday Essentials
11/16 @12PM: MB 999, J Brand, Clae, Johnstons Cashmere
11/17 @ 12PM: Ralph Lauren Accessories, Michael Kors, Maurice Lacroix Watches
11/18 @12PM: John Varvatos Shoes, Woolrich, Invicta Watches, James Perse
11/19 @12PM: Vilebrequin, Juma, Trafalgar, Calvin Klein Collection

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Rue La La
11/16 @ 11AM: BCBG Max Azria
11/17 @ 11AM: Final Sale (Act 1)
11/18 @ 11AM: Final Sale (Act 2)

AS ALWAYS, IF YOU NEED AN INVITATION TO ANY OF THESE SITES, DROP YOUR EMAIL IN THE COMMENTS.

Guilty Pleasure Item of the Season #1 -- Patterned Jeans

I first saw these gems on the runway during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week: FW09. But last week I had the pleasure of being able to see them in the flesh at the Georgetown (DC) Miss Sixty Showroom. I fell in love (all over again) immediately.



Patterned jeans aren't really cool when you're older than 8 or younger than 55, but i'm not one to follow rules.
Real Talk - I'll probably buy these within the next month.

I'm Back & So Are Some Great Deals.

I've been really busy lately getting A's, traveling around the East Coast, Checking my SaleMail, Rearing My Kids, & Shopping. My life is thrilling and if you care to read about it in great length and detail. I can direct you to the correct outlet.

For those of you that don't know. This weekend marks TWO milestones in my shopping career. I found my favorite item ever (i think. i like it more than my white leather jacket) & I realized that in one realm of retail, i actually have NOTHING left to buy.

So let's start with the bad news. I was walking through Georgetown perusing the racks at Annie Creamcheese with my good friend Lauren when we started talking about where else we should stop in during our excursion. We both paused after I said Sephora and came to the simultaneous realization that we have nothing left to buy. There comes a point when your kit is full. you've found it all, and, well, At this point, I've got it all. It's sad really. I don't like going into a store and floundering, but whatever, for those of you that aren't gripping at desperate threads and really need new makeup, there's some really great promotions going on this week at Sephora.

#1 - Spend $50 and get a makeup bag filled with great samples.


#2 - VIBs Only! Go in stores this weekend and get 20% off your entire purchase and some great samples. On Thursday night from 4 - 9 PM bring a friend and you both get 20% off.



and last but not least the Sephora Weekly Specials (that's a link, click it. there's a big beauty sale!)!

NOW THE GOOD NEWS - I bought a bejeweled cat shirt at CUSP. I am obsessed with it. This shirt called to me from the rack and the rule was if i tried it on and it fit, it was meant to be. the fates aligned you guys:


A) this shirt is awesome. B) the line it comes from is awesome. It's a brand called "Torn by ronny kobo" and I'm really into the tops. It's a lot of more casual going out tops with cool embellishments and they're all really airy shapes. It's sold at Cusp, Intermix, ShopBop & Bloomingdale's.

So with that, I leave you. I need to finish my homework because 1) I am going to the grocery store & 2) Zac Efron is in DC tonight and I am going to find him and well... you know.