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Pretty as a flower

5/19/2014

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A slideshow of 8 wearable floral-print dresses, $24.95 & up. Do you like one of them? 



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Trend alert: Zipped down the back

4/29/2014

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Do you have any sandals or shoes that zip down the back? I saw this trend last spring, but it's really taking off now. 

Do you like the trend? I haven't decided if I like it or not, but I did read one review that said the zip makes the shoe easier to take on & off. 

One thing to take into account: the zippers have a quality all of their own. A cheap zipper will make the shoe seem cheap.


Here are zippered shoes & sandals at all prices. Most come in several colors...


From Anthropologie...
This is just a few of the Anthropologie sandals & shoes that zip down the back. For more click here. 
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Anthropologie Abbey Lasercut Sandals, $188
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Anthropologie Abbey Lasercut Sandals $188
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Anthropologie Harrison Heels, $288
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Anthropologie Harrison Heels, $288
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Anthropologie Courtyard Heels, $158
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Anthropologie Courtyard Heels, $158
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Anthropologie Koi Strappy Wedges, $168
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Anthropologie Koi Strappy Wedges, $168
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Anthropologie Baila Sandals, $68
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Anthropologie Baila Sandals, $68
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Anthropologie Unwrapped Wedges, $100
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Anthropologie Unwrapped Wedges, $100



From Online Shoes...
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Onlineshoes.com Women's Oh! Kassandra, $224.95 minus 20%
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Onlineshoes.com Women's Oh! Kassandra, $224.95 minus 20%
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Onlineshoes.com Women's Earthies Campora, $158.99 minus 20%
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Onlineshoes.com Women's Earthies Campora, $158.99 minus 20%


This shoe looks like it would span seasons well...
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Onlineshoes.com Seychelles Unlock the Door, $129.95 minus 20%
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Onlineshoes.com Seychelles Unlock the Door, $129.95 minus 20%
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Onlineshoes.com Splendid Congo, $69.95
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Onlineshoes.com Splendid Congo, $69.95
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Onlineshoes.com Carlos by Carlos Santana Maiko, $78.95
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Onlineshoes.com Carlos by Carlos Santana Maiko, $78.95


From Target...
Comes in four colors. Chambray available in store. 
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Target Women's Merona® Tori Ankle Strap Wedge Sandal, $21.99
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Target Women's Merona® Tori Ankle Strap Wedge Sandal, $21.99


From Zappos...
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Zappos BC Footwear Prepare For Landing, $60.99


From 6 p.m.com...
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6 p.m.com Steve Madden Figo, $39.99


From Amazon...
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Amazon Libby Sandal, $19.99


From Sole Society...
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Sole Society Linn, $69.95
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Sole Society Linn, $69.95
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Sole Society Eleni, $79.95
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Sole Society Eleni, $79.95
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Sole Society Teresa, $59.95
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Sole Society Teresa, $59.95


From Nine West...
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9 West Fichel Open Toe Sandals, $89
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9 West Fichel Open Toe Sandals, $89


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Russian-syle faux fur hats

12/9/2013

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Maybe because it's minus-zero degree temperatures outside, I have a craving for a Russian faux fur hat. 
My husband says you shouldn't wear even fake fur since someone might think it's real, but these look so cozy, & they seem like they wouldn't give you hat-hair as much as a ski hat. Would you wear one?


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Banana Republic Faux-Fur Russian Hat, $59.50
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Amazon Fur Russian Hat and Scarf Set, $36.99
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Amazon GOYESTORE (TM) Winter Hat Earflap Russian Trooper Trapper Faux Fur Ski Beanie Cap, $17.89



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Restoration Hardware Luxe Faux Fur Russian Ushanka Hat, $39
From Restoration Hardware's description:

"To ward off their famously freezing winter temperatures, Russians don furry ushanka hats (taken from the Russian word for "ears") like ours, which drapes head, neck and ears in sumptuous faux fur. Artfully woven from finely spun strands, the luxurious pile beautifully 
re-creates the natural weight, depth of color and indulgent softness of genuine fur."




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Donna Salyer Russian Sable Faux Fur Russian Hat, $59
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Comparison shopping: suede ankle boots

11/23/2013

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Have you used ShopStyle, Flit, or other comparison shopping websites much?
I usually just search my favorite stores on my own. I feel like the shopping sites are limited to certain stores--do you think that's true? But sometimes they can help you find the best deals. 
I recently searched for a suede bootie. I wanted a heel that was not too high & not too low, & I didn't want a western flair. I found the options below (organized from least to most expensive) through ShopStyle, through a google search, & on my own. 

I've started to believe that it's worth spending a little more on shoes because you wear each pair so many times & often for several years. 
Any guesses on which bootie I picked? Which one would you pick?

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Kohl's SONOMA life + style® Suede Ankle Booties, 4 colors, 24.99
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Urban Outfitters Dolce Vita Joust Suede Ankle Boot, $59.99
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Amazon Nine West Women's Fletch Ankle Boot, $61.33
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DSW Bandolino Demelza Bootie, 2 colors, $69.95
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Nordstrom Vince Camuto Grayson Bootie, $74.47
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Victoria's Secret The Metro Bootie, 6 colors, $79
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GAP Suede booties, $89.95 minus 20% with the code GAPLOVE
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Lord & Taylor Ellen Tracy Randa Suede Boots, 2 colors, $89 minus 20%
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Marks & Spencer Indigo Collection Suede Elasticated Panel Ankle Boots with Insolia®, £59
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Nordstrom BP Trolley Suede Ankle Boot, $99.95
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Arhaus Jewels Billie Boots, $195
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Garnet Hill Giorgia Ankle Booties, $198


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Sundance Catalog Aventura Boots, $198
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J. Crew Aggie Suede Ankle Boot, 2 colors, $278 minus 25%


Don't forget: If you see a shoe you like in a store or catalog, get its exact name & look it up online. Many manufacturers will carry it, & you may find a lower price.
Also, you really should never pay for shipping when it comes to shoes--almost everyone ships them for free. 
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Give 'em the cold shoulder

6/11/2013

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Funny how showing a little shoulder seems somehow more risqué than just going sleeveless. But showing off your shoulder tops might be just right, especially in 98 degree temperatures. Why not give 'em the cold shoulder? 

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Nordstrom Trouvé Cold Shoulder Sweater, $58



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Body Central Crochet Trim Cold Shoulder Top, $19.90




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Love Culture Starry Web Blouse, $25.90


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Amazon Armani Exchange Womens Cold Shoulder Embellished, $39




More cold-shoulder, split-sleeve, & sheer tops here...
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Let's talk swimsuits

4/26/2013

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Swimsuits cost too much, don't you agree? 
It's one of those times I'll hazard any alternatives to find more affordable choices.

Seeing spots...
Retro is in. If you love dots & stripes, check out dELiA's, Alloy's, and Old Navy's swimsuits--cute & affordable.

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dELiA's Cinch Bandeau, $24.50, & high-waist bottom, $19.50, avail XS-XL

A couple cover-ups...
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Lands' End Stripe Crewneck swim tee cover-up, $39, minus 40%=about $23
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Stripe Rash Guard, $75
Compare to J. Crew  rash guard

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Amazon Nice cover-up, $12.99
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J. Crew top, $54; bottom, $50
Compare Alloy suit to the left with 
J. Crew spotted bikini>>>

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Old Navy Mix & Match Tankini, $19; boyshort botton, $15, all minus 20% off
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Alloy cinch bandeau, $13.90, & string bottom, $11.90, avail XS-XL


My summer swimsuit...
My suit for this summer comes from two unlikely sources: my top was on sale last summer at Long Tall Sally, 
a British clothing company for tall women (I'm not tall), and my skort is from Lands' End girls' department. 

Girls' swimwear is less than half the cost of women's. Lands' End Girls' Plus sizes will fit women up to about a size 10. 
Ask me for help with the sizing if you're thinking of ordering a girl's suit for you.

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I could sure use some color! :-)
                                                                              


Where's your swimsuit from for this summer?









Here's the swim skort I'm wearing>>>
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Lands' End Girls' Woven Swim Skort, 7 colors, avail in sizes 14 & 16 & plus sizes, about $15
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Wear your heart on your sleeve

4/18/2013

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As Mother's Day and the end of the school year approach, here's a gift idea for Mom and for the teachers in your life. Show your love with a tablet or laptop sleeve covered in hearts. Designs for PC or Apple.
Make a card in the shape of a big heart to go with it. 
For added love, fill the sleeve with treats like chocolate, pens that actually write, a Starbucks gift card, hand lotion, and maybe some lavender-scented hand-sanitizer to help her stay well until summer! 

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Amazon Elite 15.4", 15.6" Laptop/Notebook Sleeve Case Bag - Love Heart, $25.01




<<< Retro & romantic 













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Lucky Feather Pretty Moon Jewels True Heart Gold Dipped Charm Necklace, $12.99






Classic and classy, this one's my favorite. 
And it's only $7.50!  >>>


Fits MacBooks.
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Amazon 13-in Taupe Hearts & Symbol Pattern Notebook/Laptop Sleeve for most of MacBook Acer ASUS Dell HP Sony Toshiba, $7.50















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Amazon 15-in Rikki KnightTM Green Heart Owl on Deco Laptop/Notebook Sleeve, $37.99







For the wise, sweet teacher>






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The Treasure Tower Pretty Moon Jewels Silver For the Wise One Owl Necklace, $12.99

EO handsanitizer lavender-scented (also at Whole Foods)
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Vitacost EO Essential Oil Products Organic Hand Sanitizer Spray Lavender , $3.29
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Amazon17-in Rikki KnightTM Giraffe Design Heart on Brown Laptop/Notebook Sleeve, $42.99





<< Some of us die for anything animal-print.
Love the camouflaged heart. 




Hearts, flowers, & butterflies for spring... (also comes in 26 other designs) >>
Fits Macbooks.

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Amazon 13-in Blue/White Heart Butterfly Notebook/Laptop Sleeve for MacBook 13, Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, $15.50
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Amazon 13-in White on Black Love Heart Butterly Laptop/Notebook Sleeve for Apple MacBook Air 13, Dell, Acer, Samsung, $9.99



Other great gifts for Mom/teachers:

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Scout bags & totes

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         Baggu

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Amazon Waffle 
Spa Robe $33.99

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For a male teacher:
Leather Macbook sleeve 
from Amazon, $15.50

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Pale flowers

3/4/2013

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Flowers are sprouting like mad this spring. I prefer my florals ditsy, subtle, sheer, or in a tiny print. 
 
Who says I'm ditzy? I'm crazy for this floral shift dress. 
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Madewell photoflower shiftdress in tan floral, $59.99



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Sundance Catalog Joie De Vivre Tee, $40
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Aeropostale floral garden scarf, $14
Add a floral scarf and sandals

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6PM.com Fossil Hayden Sandal, $43.49



A couple sweet Easter, Passover, Mother's Day, or graduation dresses at great prices:
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Amazon Gabby Skye Women's Printed Pleated Dress, $49.99
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same dress, back view
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J. C. Penny Joe Fresh Print Smocked-Waist 100% Silk Dress, $69






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Tulle Bell Sleeve Dress, $32.50
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same dress, back view

Love sheer!
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Abercrombie and Fitch Abby Chiffon Shift, $24.90
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Free People Pieced Lace Layering Top, $58


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Urban Outfitters Shakuhachi Cosmosis Leather Floral Print Dress, $299









The most lovely print ever but only a celebrity
could afford it :-)


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Mad for plaid

12/27/2012

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I woke up this morning mad for plaid! I'll be looking for plaid outerwear this spring.
Are you mad too? Which jacket do you like best?
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Tulle Faux Fur Collar Coat, $50

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Amazon Nicole Benisti - Women's Purple/Grey Plaid Raincoat, $129.99

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Old Navy Women's Ruffled Wool-Blend Coats, $39.97

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Dick's Sporting Goods The North Face Women's Novelty Resolve Jacket, $120

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Sierra Trading Post Arlington Car Coat - A-Line Cut, Insulated, $89.95
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More than one way to tie a scarf

9/18/2012

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I'm typically not much of a scarf person except as outerwear, but finding these lovely viscose scarves for $6.77 and up at Amazon made me reconsider. Try some of these off-center tying ideas from Anthropologie.  
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Amazon TrendsBlue viscose scarf, $6.99. Available in 20 colors!


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Amazon TrendsBlue viscose scarf, $6.77-$11.03
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More ideas on how to tie a scarf. All images from Anthropologie.
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I modeled my first tie on this one. Anthropologie scarves, $38-$428
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I modeled my second tie on this one. Anthropologie scarves, $38-$428
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Anthropologie scarves, $38-$428
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Anthropologie scarves, $38-$428
Why off-center?
This post explains the Golden Ratio,
also known as the Divine Proportion:
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The Golden Ratio

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