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What would Lily wear?

3/6/2014

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Would Lily wear one of these dresses? Would I? 

White dresses seem to be appearing everywhere, many with eyelet lace, some named Lily. Lily is lily-white & very sweet. I'm a bit edgier than she is. What do you think? Should I keep or return the dELiA's Lillie dress I ordered?


Lily Dress from Sundance Catalog for $138
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Sundance Catalog Lily Of The Valley Dress, $138

Jessica Simpson Eyelet Trim Dress, $128
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Nordstrom Jessica Simpson Laser Cut Eyelet Trim Dress, $128

Piperlime Pim + Larkin Embellished Eyelet Dress, $129
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Piperlime Pim + Larkin Embellished Eyelet Mini Dress, $129
Lillie Dress from dELiA's for $31 after discount
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dELiA's Lillie Eyelet Dress, $44.90 minus 30% with the code 30SUPER


The photo below is the dELiA's Lillie dress on me. Keep it? Return it? Size up? (Iron it? :-)...
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Here's a white lace skirt from Garnet Hill, $128 
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Garnet Hill Full Lace Skirt, $128
Full photo, same skirt as above
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Garnet Hill Full Lace Skirt, $128
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Two trends walk into a bar

2/17/2014

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Two trends are hitting the stores: the side-stripe pant & the high-ankle cuff sandal. 


The side-stripe or piped pant

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Ann Taylor Petite Side Striped Straight Leg Pants, $79.99 minus 50%
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J. Crew Piped Andie Chino, $78
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The Limited Exact Stretch Side Inset Pants, $49.99, also in red, $69.95
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GAP True straight piped pants, $59.95 minus 35%, also in black




The high-ankle cuff sandal
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Piperlime Chinese Laundry Time Flies, $89
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Sundance Catalog Skye Belt Sandals, $228, from Frye, also in black & camel
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Piperlime Chinese Laundry Cosmos, $89


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6 p.m.com Steve Madden Figo, $54.99



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LOFT Alissa Colorblocked Ankle Strap Heels $89.50 minus 50%, also in animal-print
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Victoria's Secret Cut-out Sandal, $78




Who's buying?



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Valentine's eye candy

1/29/2014

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5 gifts under $40...

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Boden Velvet Trim Cami, $34
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Anthropologie Charmed Dots Serveware, $12.95
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Anthropologie Scarlet Thistle Set, $29.95
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dEliA's Xoxo Sweetheart Necklace, $5.90
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Sundance Catalog Loveable Ruby Ring, $38





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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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More than just a t-shirt: embellished tees

8/4/2013

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I get a little verklempt at these beautiful, subtly embellished tees from American Eagle Outfitters. Imagine them under a jacket or cardigan for fall. They carry every size, and I believe women of any age can wear them. I think these are some of the loveliest (and most affordable) out there. 

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American Eagle Boho Embroidered T-shirt in teal, sizes XXS-XXL, $39.95
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American Eagle Boho Embroidered T-shirt in cream, sizes XXS-XXL, $39.95
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American Eagle Crinkled Shine T-shirt, 3 colors, XXS-XXL, $19.99
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American Eagle Paneled Lace T-shirt, 2 colors, sizes XXS-XXL, $29.95


Three from Anthropologie for comparison...
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Anthropologie Eyelash Lace Tee, $48
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Anthropologie Nahua Ribbon Tee, $39.95
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Anthropologie Lace Yoke Tee, $58


Three from Sundance Catalog for comparison...
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Sundance Catalog Decades Tee, $88
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Sundance Catalog Textures Delight Tee, 3 colors, $69.99
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Sundance Catalog Double Dentelles Tee, $59.99

T-shirt Sunday Tees
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Side by side--which would you buy?

4/24/2013

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I checked out the Target pair in the store yesterday (also available online). The design is amazingly similar, though the Target pair is not made of leather like the Sundance ones. But both pairs have rubber soles. 
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Sundance catalog Beau Soleil Sandals, $75
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Target Women's Mossimo Supply Co. Strappy Flat Sandal - Cognac, $22.99
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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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Not a working stiff: how to look smart & feminine in a blazer

2/19/2013

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Dear Fashion Feline:
I want to look more professional, maybe by just adding a suit jacket or blazer to my usual look, but I don't know how to wear them without looking dull and uptight. Any suggestions? --Roxy

Dear Roxy,
I totally know what you're talking about. A finely dressed feline wants the smart, put together look of a blazer without looking like a tom. Blazers are more popular than ever right now. Here are my tips to help you look feminine and fun, not stiff and masculine:

1. Dress it down. Pair the blazer with skinny jeans or pants or with a dress, not with suit pants. 


2. Go unstructured. Choose soft fabrics, cropped styles, and soft shoulders.


3. Look for feminine details like piping, ruching, and belts. Or add your own belt.

--FF >^.^<

Roll it up

PictureBoden Breadwinner Blazer, $98
Unstructured, cropped jacket with piping, rolled up & layered over a dress.

PictureJ.Crew Tailored Boy Blazer in Chambray, $87.50
Try a cropped blazer over a patterned dress.


Dress it down

PictureSundance Catalog Best Friend Velveteen Jacket, $69.99
Try feminine colors and soft fabrics like velvet. 



PictureGarnet Hill Market Jacket, $88
Long layers, skinny jeans













For more answers to pressing fashion questions:
Ask Fashion Feline

Belt it

PictureGarnet Hill Devon Sweater Jacket, $68
Add a belt to your sweater jacket. 



PictureForever 21 Ponte Knit Jacket, $11.99-$32.80













Forever 21 carries a great unstructured, soft knit jacket in 7 colors, 4 sizes.

Dress it down with jeans or skinnies.

Look for feminine details

PictureSundance Catalog Rouched Front Jacket, $49.99
Love the waist darts and ruffles on these two soft- structured jackets from Sundance Catalog.

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Sundance Catalog Ruffled Rebel Jacket, $159.99
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Yes, my friend, you can wear blue with black

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Three of my favorite presents ever

1/5/2013

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I've been thinking about "the best of" this week. Looking over the wonderful gifts I've gotten through the years, here are three of my favorite items I've ever received. 

What's one of your favorite gifts?

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Sima Gilady The Mother Necklace, $43 including engraved discs and birthstones
I wear this necklace almost daily. It has my sons' initials and birthstones. 
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PBteen Birthstone Bracelet $89, free shipping
This was one of those gifts I picked out myself and then planted hints :-). It has my initial and birthstone and layers well with other bracelets. 
It also jingles!


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Sundance catalog Cherry-Red Swiss Army™ Watch, $295
My husband gave me this amazing watch as an anniversary gift over 10 years ago. It's still available and has never gone out of style or stopped working. I wear it every day and love the pop of red!



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New color combination: winter white, pale pink, and red

10/30/2012

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I am obsessed with this outfit from Victoria's Secret. I love how they've combined winter white, pale pink, and red.
Luckily I have a red belt. All I need now are the cords and the shirt. :-)
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Victoria's Secret The Kitten Flare Pant in Corduroy, $47.60; Boyfriend shirt in Bling, $79.50
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Victoria's Secret Boyfriend Shirt in Bling, $79.50
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Victoria's Secret The Kitten Flare Pant in Corduroy, $47.60
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Sundance color line belt, $46
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A few of
Victoria's Secrets

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