F21 Spring 2012 Accessories

I think the warm "winter" weather in N. California has inspired me to start shopping for spring clothes/accessories a little earlier than usual. :)

I went into a Forever 21 store a few days ago to check out their new stuff and several things caught my eye. First of all, I've been looking for a bright, colorful clutch purse for the last few months, but couldn't find anything under $50 or so. I found just what I wanted-- a clutch purse in a shade of pink that will make any outfit pop.

They had so many cute things (all under $40) which made for quite an amazing shopping excursion! Here's my new hot pink patent clutch, that will brighten up my mostly all neutral & black wardrobe. Check it out: http://www.forever21.com/ Cheers & happy Friday!

The best denim guide yet!

Today I came across a very handy new denim guide from www.bloomingdales.com They use the body types of real women and show you how they look on the person, via their website.

I don't know about you, but finding the right jeans is quite the chore and I have it narrowed down to a few brands, such as: Joes, James Jeans & Paige Premium Denim. Typically, I don't spend a ton of money on my clothes, but jeans are the one item I do not hesistate to splurge on--if they're a perfect fit. I'd rather save myself the headache and shell out the cash. :-) Here's to a new spring wardrobe!

http://www1.bloomingdales.com/customerservice/denimfitguide.jsp

bar III

Macy's introduced a line called Bar III in February 2011 and I was highly impressed from the moment I saw the clothes! It's fresh, stylish and fairly inexpensive; the line looks very unique and not at all cookie-cutter.

The launch was celebrated with the help of top fashion bloggers. Fashion Toast, Sea of Shoes, Feels Like White Lightning and Street Etiquette who styled the modern separates, adding finishing touches with their own accessories. The women's line will offer a wide range of pixie dresses ranging in price from $58 to $78, $20 basic tops, $68 novelty tops, skirts from $38 to $68 and bottoms from $48 to $68. Menswear will include pants for $69, shorts for $39, jackets for $99 as well as classic suit separates for $49.50; suits $495.

To see for yourself, click here: http://www1.macys.com/search/index.ognc?SearchTarget=*&Keyword=bar+III

An Almost Find

Sadly, a few weeks ago, my sunglasses were stolen out of my car. Not just one, but THREE pairs of sunglasses!!! Yes, that may seem silly to some to keep that many pairs in one person's car, but what can I say? I like variety... With that, I have been on the hunt for awesome new sunnies and I almost landed an amazing deal (from TJ Maxx) on a pair from House of Harlow for only $60!!

The only reason I didn't buy was because the metal HH logo on the earpiece was missing. Not that I care about the logo so much, but it looked blank without it on either side. The frame is so flattering; it made me very disappointed to find them damaged. Nicole Richie is shown wearing the "Linsey" style.

Buy them here: http://www.singer22.com/linseysunglasses.html?source=shopstyle&src=gan

Happy 2012!!!

Happy New Year! One of my new year's resolutions is to add blog posts more often, so now that I'm back from my mini-vacation in Los Angeles, I wanted to write a jewelry post. One of the best Christmas gifts I received, was given from my generous boyfriend. :) He picked out a gold Kate Spade bracelet (it also comes in silver) for me and I love it so much!! It's called "The Year to Idiom" bracelet and has different little notes engraved on the bracelet. This is something you can wear every day and pretty much with any type of outfit.

Check it out here: http://www.katespade.com/designer-jewelry/designer-bracelets/kate-spade-idiom-bangles-this-is-the-year/WBRU3858,default,pd.html?dwvar_WBRU3858_color=711&start=18&cgid=jewelry-bracelets

BEST Concealer EVER!!

Happy Friday! Or as my friend Dave Vanoli likes to say: TGICF! (thank gawd it's casual friday) I must tell you that over the years, I have tried many different brands of undereye concealers and after reading rave reviews of Cle de Peau, I finally sampled it as I walked out of a mall just a few weeks ago. I was seriously amazed by how well it instantly and effortlessly covers dark circles, redness and blemishes, like no other! The formulation is silky smooth and blends like a dream. The staying power is great too and you only need a little bit of product at a time so it should last for at least six months.

At $70 per tube I wanted to be 100% certain that this is the real deal--so after trying it out twice in the department store and stepping outside bright-eyed and blemish free, I was sold!

(It also won awards from InStyle magazine and a ton of celebrties swear by it.)

http://www.instyle.com/instyle/best-beauty-buys/product/0,,20358452_20356236,00.html

It doesn't really feel like fall without a new pair of boots

Just came across these boots recently and they are AWESOME! What makes this pair unique is that they will look just as great with a casual outfit as they will with a more conservative work outfit.

Check them out here: http://www.shopstyle.com/browse?fts=enzo+karissa