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By Francesca Claybrook

Eat Pray Love is officially a phenomenon. Unless you’ve been living in a cave, I’m sure you’ve heard about (and probably read) Elizabeth Gilbert’s memoir of self-discovery in Italy, India, and Indonesia, which is now a film starring Julia Roberts and Javier Bardem. But as Eat Pray Love takes over the [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

Ladies, we’ve made it halfway through August and, believe it or not, that means fall is right around the corner. This is always a big time in the fashion world (September issue, anyone?), and it’s also an exciting time for planning your fall wardrobe. We’ve been lucky enough to score you [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

Well, now you can get her to do it without being embarrassed on national television – kind of. London is launching a personal style business called Style for Hire, which will employ fifteen stylists at the time of its launch (scheduled for September 13th). Eventually, she, along with business partner and [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

Well, recessionistas, I’ve searched all over to find you bathing suits, sandals, hats, cover-ups, and more at reasonable prices and for our last “Recessionistas at the Beach” post we arrive at my final task: finding you a bag to put it all in. Let’s take a look.
Canvas bags are always a [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

I’ve never really been a watch person – I’ve had a couple over the years, but nothing has ever stuck around after it broke or the battery ran out. However, after getting a look at Bloomingdale’s selection of colorful watches, I might need to rethink my opinion. I really like the [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

Hats are catching on, big time, and the beach is a great place to wear them, especially if you’re looking to keep the sun’s harmful rays off your face and out of your eyes. These accessories can range from a classic floppy beach hat to this year’s trendy item, the fedora.
When it [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

We all know that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, right? But while most people think of a traditional clear stone when they think of diamonds, there are actually a lot of different options, such as pink, blue, and yellow diamonds. But black diamond rings are currently in the spotlight, mainly [...]

Every morning when I get ready for work I tune into the Today Show to get my morning news fix, weather and most importantly, covet Meredith Vieira’s shoes. This started about a year ago upon noticing that Vieira, whose in her mid-fifties mind you, was always in impeccable, 5-inch high Christian Louboutins. It’s become a [...]

You already know about my obsession with Lindsay Phillips’ ballet flats, that let’s you change the embellishment to fit your mood or outfit. Well, the brand also has a flip flop equivalent where you can change the straps and snaps according to your mood. I love the idea, and better yet, you can use the [...]

The Advertising Standards Agency banned two Louis Vuitton ads in the U.K., claiming that the ads misled customers. In the ads (one shown) a woman sews the handle of a purse, in the other one a seamstress is making a wallet. The first ad says : ” “The seamstress with linen thread and beeswax. A [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

Always wanted to get your hands on a famed Hermes Birkin bag, and have upwards of $7,000 to spend on one? Well then you’re in luck, because the brand’s infamous waiting list for the bag is no more. (Doesn’t everyone remember the SATC episode where Samantha name-dropped her way onto the [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

I often forget about clutches, because I’ve always tended towards shoulder bags for all but the most formal occasion. However, I was looking through Tory Burch’s website and found quite a few clutches that I wouldn’t mind having – and maybe even breaking my shoulder bag habit for. First up is [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

One of my favorite things about warmer weather is the opportunity to wear sandals again. In fact, I could happily wear nothing but sandals all spring and summer if I could. This spring the gladiator sandal has returned, but with a twist. While last year most of the gladiator [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

Target has really done their part in bringing high end designers in to create more affordable collections for those of us on a budget, and their latest collaboration is with Zac Posen. The line focuses mainly on dresses, although a full-length gown (the first ever for Target), a tuxedo suit, and several [...]

What’s “vajazzling” you ask? Ladies, brace yourself. It seems there’s a new trend in town, vying for the spot of Brazilian waxing, and that’s vajazzling. Remember that bedazzler you had back in second grade to accessorize your jean jackets, shirts and shoes? Now picture that one a more, ahem, sensitive area. Vajazzling is the process [...]

Madonna appeared as the face of Louis Vuitton last year but this year she’s taking on a new role — designer. The pop star has teamed up with her daughter Lourdes for a line “MG Icon” (for Material Girl) with Macy’s but what I’m more excited about is her partnership with Dolce & Gabbana for [...]

This year, my New Year’s resolution was to be more eco-conscious, but that doesn’t mean I couldn’t do it in style. I’ve recently stumbled upon b. happybags, adorable resusable shopping bags perfect for everything from grocery shopping, the gym, the mall etc. The bags come in a ton of fun and girly prints. I have [...]

The Kardashian clan have been spotted out and about recently sporting Sam Edelman’s Gigi Sandal’s out in Miami. Kim and Kourtney are both fans of the leopard print ones which retail for $50. I love when celebrities occasionally wear items us commoners can actually afford. Like the shoes? Get them here.

As of the last year or so I’ve been on a sexy boyshorts kick. My drawers are loaded with honey dew, and Victoria’s Secret cheekies and Hanky Panky. But more recently I stumbled across Foxers and I’m hooked. These undies have the boxer top but the bottoms are curve-hugging lace that not only look really [...]

While I may be a ripe old 25 years of age, I always relish ways to revisit my past and that’s exactly what my new pair of Bunny Slippers does. I just got these slippers and seriously don’t think i’ve taken them off in my apartment since. It brings back the good old days when [...]

By Francesca Claybrook

It’s true. Lu Wei Kang, a Beijing native, has begun a collection of Barbie dolls modeled after the singer, each reflecting one of her attention-getting outfits. Although they are not available for sale as of yet, he would like to produce enough so that he can sell them to fans – [...]

I love ballet flats all year round and just came across a brand I’m dying to share with you. Lindsay Phillips has a line of ballet flats that are so versatile that you can change them up to make them just right for any outfit. The toe of each flat has an embellishment — ranging [...]

Grammy goddess Taylor Swift has been spotted around town with Hobo International’s Trinity purse, and she likes it so much she has it in two colors: Saffron (pictured) and a darker aubergine. I love the size of the bag and the fact that it’s a statement color. Better yet, the bag retails for just $338! [...]

Alice in Wonderland has a special place in my heart and I’m so excited to see it brought to the big screen. From the fantasy world it conjures up to wacky characters and magic potions, it’s always been one of my favorite childhood tales. And, i’ve always loved the style it evokes — over [...]

I love fashion you can feel good about. I fell in love with Nepali scarves by TDM before I even knew the backstory, but now that I know it I’m even more obsessed. These vibrant colored silk, cashmere and bamboo scarves are a staple in my wardrobe and also a celebrity favorite, sported by Jessica [...]

If you don’t already have one, you need to add a sleek, leather bomber jacket to your wardrobe this fall. It’s such a versatile piece great for going out or paired with jeans or a cute dress. And it’s the perfect in-between jacket for when it’s cold, but not freezing. This aviator one pictured from [...]

I’m extremely excited for this collaboration because one of my favorite designers – Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel – and one of my favorite singers – Lily Allen – have teamed up for an ad campaign for Chanel’s Coco Cocoon collection. The colelction lauches in October and begins around $400. Most items are made of [...]

As you know from prior posts, I’m a huge fan of the 90210 remake. I happen to think all the girls on the show have great style as well and was excited to see Annalynne McCord, who plays Naomi on the show, step out in a white diablo bag by Madison Kelly. I love the [...]

As we all know, filming of our favorite show, Gossip Girl, is well under way in New York for the fall season. We got a sneak peak at some of the scenes and spotted Ms. Blair Waldorf herself sporting a L.A.M.B. clutch on set. The Orissa Clutch retails for $275. Can’t wait to see what [...]

Not gonna lie, there was a time in my life, about 10 years ago, when I used to swoon over Coach bags. I’d use practically any occasion to buy one but then I moved on to bigger and better things, ahem, Louis. Since then I’ve never looked back.. until now. Coach recently launched a new [...]

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