Monday, May 9, 2011

Perfect Your Hippie Chic Look

By Jax




Remember that your hippie chic look is nothing without a good hippie chic necklace!

This more than affordable necklace from Forever 21 is begging to be paired with that flowy maxi skirt you bought last week.  Straw hat to match?  Even better!

Made By: Forever 21

Price: $6.80

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GUYS BUYS: Designer Swim

By Lisa
If you're going to wear briefs for swimming or lounging on the beach (and I recommend it), they should be designed well. These D&Gs feature a drawstring closure to help keep everything where it ought to be. Available in navy, black, or white.

Made by: Dolce & Gabbana

Found at: Bluefly

Price: $127 (retail $159)


Eye Of My Eyelet

By Jax





White shorts are my summer workhorse.  Last summer, I spent $70 on a pair of nice white shorts from American Apparel, and wore them at least 3 times a week.  Woth white shorts, you can put anything on top!  You're not afraid to buy the bright colored tank because you have something to match it.  And it's so easy to go summer dressy in a pair of white shorts and a black shirt.

These are even better than your average white shorts because they are EYELET!  Not only is this added style benefit something that will make you look extra cute, but eyelet generally is less likely to wrinkle, which is always a plus!

Made By: ASOS

Price: $68.13

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VINTAGE VIXEN: Cut Out Leather Flats

by Tess

Vintage Leather Cut Out Lace Up Flat Shoes in Light Brown Color, Size 8

I LOVE these shoes. I am on a total hunt for this style shoe for summer... There is something so sweet and feminine about the cut outs but the brown leather is very classic and not too girly. I like this as a summer alternative to the oxford.
Now I need to find some in my size!
Price: $36.00

Back To Business

By Jax





I think I posted this shirt in a different color...I love it just as much as the recently released navy!

Navy tops are my favorite base pair for a floral.  I gravitate to florals with navy in them because then I can wear a navy top (like this one) and the floral doesn't seem so overpowering.

Made By: ModCloth

Price: $34.99

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Friday, May 6, 2011

GUYS BUYS: High Five!

By LisaInnovative take on a common phrase, rendered in a clean design. What could be better for a t-shirt?

Designed by: Jaco Haasbroek

Found at: Threadless

Price: $18


COSMETICS CUTIE: The TLC Your Hair Deserves

By Jen

Last week I had a performance, which meant a long week of rehearsals, complete with plenty of stage makeup and abuse of my hair. Between tightly wound braids, the use of a hot curling iron and about as much mousse and hairspray as I think I’ve ever used, when Monday rolled around, my hair deserved a break. Being kind and understanding, I retired the hairdryer for the week and decided to let my strands flow free. However, in their exhausted state, they needed some help; enter the Ojon Restorative Hair Treatment.

I applied this balm to dry hair, combed it through and went to sleep. The next day I noticed a marked difference in the feel and manageability of my hair. My strands were softer and a bad case of out of control frizz died down, leaving me with a happy head of hair. Plus, the balm smells like the best mix of chocolate and coffee, so it’s a treat for the senses as well!

Sometimes we can’t be as kind to our hair as we'd like to be. For many of us, that can even be on a daily basis. If this sounds familiar, give your hair some well deserved TLC. You can be sure that when you’re through with this treatment, all will be forgiven.

Made by: Ojon

Found at: Sephora

Price: $19.50

Thursday, May 5, 2011

FRUGAL FIANCÉE: BHLDN Decorations.



I have been a fan of BHLDN (Anthropologie's bridal line) since it came out and their new Decor items are no exception. The table numbers above are stylish and you can't tell from the photo but they are letterpress which, if you had done custom just for you, would be much more expensive than $40. Here's to looking like you had a personal Wedding stylist without paying for one!

Made By: BHLDN
Price: $40

GUYS BUYS: Tie It Up Right

By Lisa

A seersucker bow tie to go with all the linen I've been sending your way. There is no way you're not going to be the best dressed gent around this season.

Made by: SouthernBeaus

Found at: Etsy

Price: $38


COMFY COQUETTE: Little Polka Dot Panty

I came across this polka dot g-string and can't get over how cute it is! The polka dots and mesh give this panty a very demur feel, and I love the scalloped edges. Plus, it's on sale. How can a girl resist?

Made By: Lejaby

Price: On Sale for $29.00

HOMEY HONEY: Welcome To My Bistro

By: Amanda


So it's starting to look and feel like Spring. When I got the Target ad Sunday morning I knew I needed this bistro set for entertaining or sitting outside with morning coffee. I love the look of the table with the mosiac top and I love the bistro chairs to complement it. Another plus, you get the 3 piece set for $174, a wise investment. I can't wait to use this! Come on sunshine!


Made By: Target


Price: On sale for $174 this week


Only sold in stores!

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

GUYS BUYS: Awesome or Ugly?

By Lisa
These undies are AWESOME!

- or -

These undies are UGLY!

Share your opinion in the comments.

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

GUYS BUYS: Why You Need Pinstripes

By Lisa

This pinstripe blazer will turn your casual outfit into something stellar. 100% cotton with a roomier fit. Pair with flat-front slacks or jeans and everyone will swoon.

Made by: Banana Republic

Price: $99 (minus 25% with code BRSUNNY - originally $150)


COMFY COQUETTE: For Mom - by the Company Store


You can never go wrong for Mom on Mother's Day with the gift of a new robe. This high quality classic from The Company Store is made of soft pima cotton with a flattering, slightly fitted cinched waist. The pattern is perfectly understated and the length is just right for the matriarch of the family.

Made By: The Company Store

Price: On sale for $46.99-$51.99

Monday, May 2, 2011

Tiger Blood

By Jax




Now this is a super sexy maxi dress!

Plunging necklines and a big front slight make it hard for this maxi to make you look homely.  Go get 'em tiger, rrawr!  Charlie Sheen would be proud! :p

Made By: Charlotte Russe

Price: $29.99

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Awesome or Ugly?

By Jax


Awesome?

Or Ugly?

YOU DECIDE!

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Taking It Back Old School Style

By Jax





For some formal events, it's simply inappropriate to wear an open-toed shoe or a stiletto sandal.  for those events, you've gotta go old school and cover up those toes!

This classy shoe is a STEAL at under $20!  A great option for an event where you need to buy a shoe, but will only probably wear it once!  And as far as formal shoes go, these puppies are quite cute!

Made By: DSW

Price: $19.94 (originally 85.00)

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GUYS BUYS: 70s and Sunny Again!

By Lisa

Even if you're abiding Tom Ford's decree that a man not wear shorts in the city (I'm not sold on this, I like seeing nice legs), you should have lots of options for the beach. These chino shorts are cut straight and washed soft.

Made by: Eddie Bauer

Price: $24.99 (originally $39.95)


VINTAGE VIXEN: ...

by Tess

Mother's day is around the corner... What are you getting your mom? Don't forget your vintage options. The generations prior to us had all sorts of sweet ways to make mom feel special. I recommend scouring the vintage shops for Mom-related accessories! Mom pins, Mother brooches, M clips (not just for ties)- your mom would be so excited to receive such an adorable and thoughtful gift. And all without breaking the bank!

MOM Rhinestone Pin

Price: $11.00


Vintage Silver Toned Tie Clip w Monogrammed M

Price: $16.98

Vintage Handmade Mother of Pearl Brooch

Price: $11.99

Colors In A Neutral World

By Jax



When the "in" palette is neutral, it's sometimes hard to get some color in. Leave it to Anthropologie to hit the nail on the head!

I like this dress as a simple summer dress, or even for some kind of day occasion (graduating?  need to attend a wedding or a christening?)

To dress this baby down, pair it with a straw hat!

Made By: Anthropologie

Price: $99.95 (originally $228.00)

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