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Nov 1, 2012

What I Wore Today

Yeah, yeah. Where have I been? I know. Now that we got that out of the way. Let’s talk about what I wore today! lol.

I have to admit, I felt super cute today and so I figured today made for the perfect day to end my blogging drought. Because I just had to show you guys all the cuteness. lol.

I recently purchased this faux leather skirt from Forever 21. I had to take it and get the waist taken in, so I was super excited to get it back from the tailor and honestly couldn’t wait to wear it. I decided to pair it with my monogrammed varsity letterman from H&M and then added my favorite knit hat from GAP.

Faux Leather Skirt – $17, Forever 21; Monogrammed Varsity Letterman – $50, H&M; Knit Hat – $25, GAP; Black sheer tights – $3.50, Forever 21

Now, LET’S TALK ABOUT THESE SHOES!

I have been in love with Christian Siriano and his work from the moment I saw him on Project Runway. His attention to detail and his knack for creativity is just everything to me. So when he started doing a line of shoes with Payless a few years ago, I made sure to keep my eye on the collection so I could jump on the opportunity to own a pair. I recently came across the pair of suede faux snakeskin booties during a late night online shopping session and fell in love! I waited anxiously by the mailbox everyday (No, really. I did.) until they finally arrived. And they did not disappoint!

Faux Snakeskin & Suede Booties – $60, Christian Siriano for Payless

I thought these awesome shoes would be the perfect touch of detail for my look today and I have to say, I pretty happy with the way it all came together.

What do you think of what I wore today?


Nov 28, 2009

Recession-Proof Fashion

With the New Year comes a great deal of things–a chance to start over fresh, the annual vow to lose weight and most importantly a new year filled with showstopping fashion. No matter where you live, New Year’s Eve is bound to be a joyous occasion and it’s your job to celebrate it in style! But the one thing you don’t want to do is  break the bank to do it–after all, we are in a recession!

“Leopard Print Jimmy Choo for H&M Purse, $129; Christian Siriano Gold & Black Pumps, $35 www.payless.com; Chrisitian Siriano Eyeshadow, $12 www.victoriasecret.com; Christian Siriano Eyeliner, $12 www.victoriasecret.com; all remaining Jimmy Choo for H&M items (black dress, bracelets, Derbie shoes) can be found on www.hm.com soon.”

Two of the world’s top designers have heard the pleas of the fashion forward, but budget conscious shopper. Both Jimmy Choo and Chrisitian Siriano (Season 4 winner of Project Runway) have released lines to affordable retail stores. Christian’s shoe line will be available through Payless’ webite and Jimmy Choo’s line (to include clothing and accessories) will be sold at H&M stores nationwide. Most of the footwear will range from $99 to $129 for boots, though there are over-the knee boots priced at $299. Shoppers can also find ballet flats for $59.95. Handbags will be priced from $59.95 to $299. Christian has also released a line of cosmetics through Victoria Secret as well. So ladies, here’s your chance to be fly and financial savvy all at the same time! What more could a girl ask for?