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Fashion followers vary in pretty much all fashion related aspects.  Some find  Alexander McQueen  revolutionary while others just don't get it.  What was with those painted on lips for Fall 2009 anyways?  Some fashionistas embrace today's faded denim vests, white oxford shoes and shoulder padded blazers while others prefer to stick to the mainstream "playing it uber safe" staples of leggings, cardigan and a Longchamp bag (me!).  Some will only shop Chickdowntown while others regularly check the Forever 21 sale rack for some goodies.  But if there is one thing we all have in common, one bond that holds us together, one thread that keeps us united, it is our deep admiration and appreciation for Coco Chanel and her contribution to fashion today.  Her tweed suits, layered pearl necklaces and the infamous 2.55 bag  still garner the attention of most fashion magazines.  Coco Chanel embodied the less is more approach with that oh so famous quote that I tell myself most da...

So I had one goal this weekend- find myself some hot fall boots to wear for the next few years. I wanted them pretty, flat, comfy and easily removable- without having to sit for 5 minutes to lace, zip or tie them up. My impatience, by the way, really limits my wardrobe :P. The thing is that I as willing to fork $200 for a pair. I just wanted to leave this weekend with boots. I headed to Aldo and found a few that were ok but it did not feel right. Something told me to wait. I told myself, ok tomorrow, go back and see how you feel. In the meantime, I headed to Walmart for the Maybelline pulsating mascara (more on that later). When at Walmart , I always take the time to browse the clothing section as it occasionally happens that you can unearth a few lovely inexpensive treasures. Well this is where I found my boots- chillin in the shoe section, minding their own business and looking all fly. The boots were $40 and they were proud of it. Seeing as I appreciated their hotness a...

I was having brunch with some friends last weekend and as we were getting ready to leave, I noticed my friends scarf.  Strange I thought- it was like one wide tube.  So I asked her what the deal was and she proceeded to explain with much enthusiasm that the scarf was from American Apparel.  The Circle Scarf is made from all the leftover fabric not used on any garments.  She was not too keen on spending $34 on scrap but she appreciated the versatility so much that she was going to bight the bullet and purchase another.  Apparently there are like 5 million ways you can wear this circle scarf.  Now seeing as efficiency and practicality are my middle names (seriously check out my birth certificate),  I was down with this circle scarf.  It's pricey for what you get but...but the cost per wear is pretty darn great.  Imagine a scarf that's a skirt that's a dress that's a shawl that's a cape.  Pretty cool.  If spending $34 for a tube of fabric does not tickle your fancy,(re...

Lookbook is a great blog, don't get me wrong.  It's chock full o' yummy visuals and where to purchase said visuals for an equally yummy price.  But there are many fabulous blogs out there.   One that I feel the need to highlight is Idle Fascination - packed with witty commentary and up to the minute trends, its definitely worth a read... am just sayin'...  Check it out here :) Free Counter The following text will not be seen after you upload your website, please keep it in order to retain your counter functionality online blackjack

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Blouse- Rebecca Minkoff at Shop Bop $295 Leggings- Bluefly $42 Oversize Clutch- Target $7

Faded Jeans- Free People $98 Plaid Top- Forever 21 $14 Pumps- Wet Seal $24

Printed top- Forever 21 $23 Denim Shorts Forever 21 $18 Flats- Charlotte Russe $19 Bag- Steve Madden $58

Steep- La Garconne $425 Cheap- Charlotte Russe $27

White Shirtdress- James Perse $165 Sandals- Charlotte Russe $33 Purse- Old Navy $26

Tank- Urban Outfitters $24

1) Over the Knee Boots- Victoria's Secret $170 2) Studded Belt- Rachel Leigh at Chickdowntown $150 3) Acid Wash Denim Jacket- Miss Selfridge $65 4) High Waisted Shorts- Free People $28 5) Leather Belt- White House Black Market $68 6) Printed Top- Forever 21 $15

Dress- E Dress Me $50 Silver Pumps- Badgley Mischka at Endless $200 Gold Pumps- Charles by Charles David at Endless $94 Gold Clutch- Urban Outfitters $24 Silver Clutch- La Regale at Endless $25 Aviators- Charlotte Russe $6

Steep Torn Jeans- J Brand at Revolve Clothing $187 Cheap Torn Jeans- Forever 21 $28 Steep Racerback Tank- James Perse $55 Cheap Racerback Tank- Old Navy $5 Steep Chain Purse- Yves Saint Laurent at Bluefly $1160 Cheap Chain Purse- Guess $48  

Free Counter The following text will not be seen after you upload your website, please keep it in order to retain your counter functionality online blackjack Off the Shoulder Top- Alloy $12.90 each Jeans- Old Navy $15 Sneakers- Jildor $45 Pearls- Kohl's $17