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)

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