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Archive for the ‘Accessories’ Category
Currently Coveting
Wednesday, September 1st, 2010
Nobody Should Love Their Dog This Much…
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
'Best in Show' Poodle Crystal Pendant Necklace $99
'Best in Show' Maltese Crystal Pendant Necklace $99
'Best in Show' Boston Terrier Crystal Pendant Necklace $99
…and I have a dog. That Boston Terrier scares the crap out of me.
‘Rumpled to Runway’ Benefit for Ovarian Cancer Research
Monday, August 30th, 2010
Max and Cleo Sleeveless Textured Dress
PONO Jewelry by Joan Goodman
Mr. Kate Custom Designed Cereal 'Food for Love' Necklace
Dolce Vita Teal Damask Sandal
NYC Fashion Week is just around the corner…and I’m in it. In a white dress. You heard me. It’s no secret that my M.O. has always been as a behind-the-camera girl, but when asked to participate in the Electrolux event hosted by Kelly Ripa to benefit The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund, I just couldn’t refuse. To kick off fashion week and demonstrate how the Electrolux Perfect Steam washer and dryer can transform your outfit from Rumpled to Runway, ten fashion bloggers (including me, obvy) have been challenged to wear white one last time before fall; we’ve also been asked to accessorize our outfits with teal, the official color of ovarian cancer awareness…and you can help!
Beginning September 8th, you can visit the Wash ‘n Care lounge at Kelly Confidential to support the cause and enter for a chance to win a daily shopping spree as well as the grand prize, a Perfect Steam washer and dryer from Electrolux! They’ll donate $1 to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund each time you enter by simply pressing the Perfect Steam button at Kelly Confidential. Electrolux is also making a donation for each Perfect Steam washer and dryer purchased, as part of its $750,000 commitment to OCRF.
The fashion show will take place on September 8th at 1:00 PM, EST, and you can RSVP to watch the live stream on line at Kelly Confidential, or at Kelly’s Facebook page. I’ve included some of the looks I’m thinking of wearing on the runway, but you’ll have to tune in to see my final picks – see you there!
(My participation in the ‘Rumpled to Runway’ Campaign was sponsored by Electrolux, who provided me with a $150 stipend to style my look as well as travel arrangements to and accommodations in New York to participate.)
Real Life Fashion Series #004: M
Tuesday, August 24th, 2010
M rules it, hands down. She’s significantly younger than I am and an attorney, which for whatever reason blows me away. Come to think of it, my doctor is also younger than I am. I’ll reevaluate on my own time…moving on. Not only is she crazy smart and ah-mazing with my kids, she is a dear family friend who has traveled as part of our extended ‘vacation posse’ for some years now.
This past beach getaway was no exception, and as we readied ourselves for dinner (and by ‘readied’ I mean slapped my hair into a wet ponytail), this is how M emerged from her room, as adorable as ever in an easy and affordable ensemble. I’m sure she was stoked when I accosted her, demanding grainy iPhone pics to the tune of “Will you be in my Real Life Fashion Series…?!” culminating in her proximity at dinner to my three year old, who promptly had a meltdown about four seconds in. She handled it stylishly, with grace and kindness, like she always does. And this is why we love M… (Oh and P.S. she had these Goody Spin Pins that make the cutest bun and are cuh-razy easy!)
(Forever 21 Silk Shirt Dress $24.99, Nicole Miller Alana Jakarta Satchel $162.50 – M scored hers at RueLaLa for $112, Shoes from ‘some random store for cheap,’ similar pair here, Fossil Chronograph Champagne Dial Watch $125, gifted earrings similar to these, Forever 21 Dainty Floral Connector Ring $4.80)
It’s VIEable: Oversized Roses
Thursday, August 12th, 2010
Worn almost as a chic badge of honor, thanks to Valentino and Sonia Rykiel, roses are a HUGE trend in fashion, appearing on both clothing and accessories alike. Having become less camp and more luxe over the years, it’s high time to find the perfect oversized rose for you. From roses that fall in soft knit layers to stiffer petals, and even the more more ostentatious varieties found in leather iterations on a bag, there are all kinds to suit your fancy. Our picks (below) are for both the modest and superfluous rose-wearers – which is your favorite?
Arden B Exploded Rose One Shoulder Top
Kate Spade New York Striped Rosette Tank
Handbag Heaven Audra Floral Tote
Alice + Olivia Rose & Safety Pin Necklace
(This post is compliments of Julia DiNardo and my fabulous friends at The Envied! Read more about The EnVIEd in this NYTimes.com article. )
Fall 2010 H&M…For Two Hundred Bucks!
Tuesday, August 10th, 2010
Stupid cute. Cozy. Cheap. I’m in.
Bargain Of The Week From Chinese Laundry
Friday, August 6th, 2010
Giveaway: Win this Vintage Onyx Cocktail Ring from Laura James Jewelry!
Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010
Laura James Vintage Onyx Cocktail Ring $82
Laura James Vintage Spear Crystal Necklace $220
Laura James Vintage Tiger's Eye + Pink Stone Earrings $98
I first fell in love with Laura James Jewelry and its chic simplicity when I saw her Oval Tag Vintage Necklace on the Max and Chloe website. You can imagine how thrilled I was when she graciously contacted me with thanks for accolades made in a mention on L.A. Stylist Mom, and little did she know that It. Was. On. I was happier still to discover her website, dedicated solely to showcasing both her modern and vintage styles, appropriately entitled Laura James Jewelry (go figure). Her benevolence further manifested itself when she not only agreed to offer a generous 20% discount to LASM readers, but to give away the gorgeous Vintage Onyx Cocktail Ring pictured above. (WOOT!)
While perusing her website, I’ve found that not only is the clean elegance that first drew me to her pieces firmly in tact, but that a modern-vintage, ‘Valley of the Dolls-esque’ feel has since emerged, through use of stones like Tiger’s Eye, Moonstone and Amber (retro-60′s love anyone?) With both ‘Vintage’ and ‘Contemporary’ categories to choose from, James further employs techniques like stamping and carving to achieve a uniquely glamorous feel that I’m clearly digging – you can be too!
From now through Thursday, August 12th, take 20% off at Laura James Jewelry (excluding the Personalized Collection) when you enter discount code LASM20 at checkout! To enter to win the Vintage Onyx Cocktail Ring, just become an L.A. Stylist Mom subscriber using either Bloglovin’ or Feedburner, both conveniently located in the sidebar under ‘LASM Daily,’ leaving a comment on this post letting us know you’ve done so.
Earn up to four additional entries by 1) Tweeting about the giveaway using the handy dandy ReTweet button 2) Blogging about the giveaway with a link back to this post 3) Becoming an @LAStylistMom Twitter follower or 4) Becoming an @LauraJamesJewel Twitter follower. Be sure to leave a comment on this post for each extra entry, or they will not be counted. Good luck from Laura James Jewelry and L.A. Stylist Mom!
*All comments must be posted by the end of the giveaway on Thursday, August 12th, at 11:59 EST. The winner will be chosen by random.org and notified via e mail shortly thereafter. One entry per person, with a maximum of four additional entries. If a winner fails to respond within three days of notification, a new winner will be selected. Open to U.S. and Canada residents ages 18 years or older.
Thanks to Laura James Jewelry, who made this giveaway possible, for their generous donation of a Vintage Onyx Cocktail Ring (an $82 value).
Weigh-In: Why Do I Love These…?
Monday, August 2nd, 2010
Swedish Hasbeen Lace-Up Boots $358
…especially at $306 plus $51 shipping. *blink* Regardless, I dig them and would totally rock the pink pair (duh). I’m curious – would you wear them…? (And I’m ready for the backlash, so bring it.)
Welcome To ToVieFor!
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
ToVieFor.com provides every fashionable woman with what she wants most: the most coveted handbags and accessories at 40% – 70% off retail. At ToVieFor, we take the excitement and thrill of high-fashion sample sales to a whole new level.
We are currently in development – and we will be launching our Beta site this summer! Please sign up to receive an exclusive invitation to participate in all the great sales. – Sign Up Now
In the meantime, our amazing blogger, Julia DiNardo of Fashion Pulse Daily fame, will provide you with updates on the latest handbag trends, report on celebrities sporting the hottest accessories and will even give you her insider info on how to follow the latest accessories trends for less!
(This post is compliments of my fabulous friends at The Envied! Read more about The Envied in this NYTimes.com article. )
