Patent Leather & Metallic items on sale for Spring 08 - Belts, Bags & some Watches

I had to return something to Bloomingdale's yesterday and I looked on their site to see if there was something I could exchange it for. I found these items on sale that were Patent leather and/or Metallic. You should check them out:


Belts





Avignon Skinny Patent Belt - Org: $78 Now: $45.99

Avignon Skinny Patent Belt Genuine Italian patent leather belt with self covered buckle. 1/2"W. * Catalog Item Number: 81063 * Please note, not all colors may be available * Black (09), Dark Chocolate (20), Cherry (60), Violet (56) or Dove Grey (04) * Sizes S (30-1/2), M (32-1/2), L (34-1/2), XL (36-1/2) * Imported

WCM Skinny Metallic Belt - Org: $80 Now: $39.99

WCM Skinny Metallic Belt Metallic leather belt with rectangular covered buckle. To be worn on the hips. * Catalog Item Number: 72759 * Gold (75) and Pewter (03) * 3/4"W * Sizes' S (28-1/2), M (31), L (33-1/2), XL (36)

Double Buckle Waist Belt BLACK SZ MED ONLY- Org: $160 Now: $47.99

Double Buckle Waist Belt Leather belt with double buckle detail. To be worn on waist. * Catalog Item Number: 76859 * Please note, not all colors may be available * Mirrored Silver (07) or Black (09) * 4"W * Sizes S (29), M (31-1/2), L (34), XL (36-1/2)

Avignon Patent Belt - Org: $128 Now: $88.99

Avignon Patent Belt Genuine Italian patent leather belt with covered buckle.2W. Black (09).Sizes S (30-1/2), M (32-1/2), L (34-1/2), XL (36-1/2).Imported. * Catalog Item Number: 77695 * Black (09), Cherry Red (60), Denim Blue (40), or Chocolate (20) * 2"W * Sizes S (30-1/2), M (32-1/2), L (34-1/2), XL (36-1/2)

Bags



Kate Spade Long Wallet, Wallet and Coin Purse:
Long Wallet - Org: $195 Now: $116.99
Wallet - Org: $175 Now: $104.99
Coin Purse - Org: $85 Now: $50.99

Kate Spade Long Wallet, Wallet and Coin Purse * Please note, not all colors may be available * Long envelope wallet with back exterior pocket, flap closure. Six credit card slots, zip compartment and additional pockets. Silver (07) or Gold (75). 7-1/2"W x 4"H. Imported * French purse wallet with front flap pocket. Five credit card slots and bill holder. Silver (07) or Gold (75). 4-1/2W x 4"H. Imported. * Top zip close and key fob coin purse. Silver (07) or Gold (75). 5"W x 3"H. Imported.

Franchi Metallic Flap Clutch - Org: $165 Now: $98.99

Franchi Metallic Flap Clutch Distressed metallic flap clutch with hidden magnetic snap closure. Detachable drop-in shoulder strap. Interior mirror. Inside zip, cell phone and additional pockets. Lined. * Catalog Item Number: 21826 * Gold (75) or Pewter (03) * 14-1/2"W x 5-1/2"H x 1"D

Donald J. Pliner Quilt Patent Tote - BLACK ONLY - Org: $335 Now: $233.99

Donald J. Pliner Quilt Patent Tote Quilted patent leather east-west tote with smooth leather double shoulder straps and base. Magnetic snap bridge closure and drawstring. Inside zip, cell phone and additional pockets. Lined. * Catalog Item Number: 68430 * Black (09) * 19"W x 12-1/2"H x 5-1/2"D * 10" drop * Imported

MCM Patent Medium Tote - DARK PURPLE ONLY - Org: $1150 Now: $689.99

MCM Patent Medium Tote Patent leather double handle tote with double zip closure and two front exterior pockets. Inside zip, cell phone and additional pockets. Protective metal feet. Lined. * Catalog Item Number: 89366 * Please note, not all colors may be available * Purple (50), Silver (07) or Black (09) * 13 1/2"W x 8"H x 6"D; 5" drop from shoulders * Imported from Italy

Watches




Patent Crystal Watch - ONLY PURPLE & GREEN - Org: $68 Now: $19.99

Patent Crystal Watch Patent leather strap watch with round stainless steel case. Silvertone dial. Swarovski crystal encrusted bezel. Japanese movement. * Catalog Item Number: 82476 * Black (09), Green (30), Red (60), Purple (50) or Blue (40)

Betsey Johnson Leather Watch - ONLY PINK - Org: $95 Now: $56.99

Betsey Johnson Leather Watch Patent leather strap watch with goldtone round case and white dial. * Catalog Item Number: 23024 * Please note, not all colors may be available * Pink (66) or Black (09)

I already have the Avignon Patent Belt in Cherry and the Patent Crystal Watch in Blue. I think I may go for the Double Buckle Waist Belt or the Franchi Metallic Flap Clutch in Pewter. What do you think? Anything strike your fancy?

Statement Jewelry for Spring 08 - Rings & Bangles

You guys know how I love Nordstrom. Well they are doing the top 10 things to add a Glamorous, Global Twist to your Look - Spring 08 inspired trends right now on their website and 2 of the 10 things are 2 of my favorite things: Rings and Bangles. So I thought I would share some of the ones I found that I liked:





Exotic Rings




Ariella Collection Rectangle Tile Cat's Eye Ring - $68

Ariella Collection Rectangle Tile Cat's Eye Ring A glimmering tile pattern is created with blue cat's-eye stones bordered by elegant cubic zirconia on a rhodium-plated ring. * Band width: 3/4". * Brass/cubic zirconia/cat's-eye/rhodium plating.

Ariella Collection Large Round Tile Ring - $78

Ariella Collection Large Round Tile Ring A glimmering tile pattern is created with blue cat's-eye stones among elegant cubic zirconia crystals on a rhodium-plated ring. * Setting diameter: 1". * Band width: 3/4". * Brass/cubic zirconia/cat's-eye/rhodium plating.

Mars & Valentine 'Orion' Ring - $275

Mars & Valentine 'Orion' Ring Intricate detail defines a bold ring with a flower and a starburst at the center surrounded by rows of wrapped-wire layers and dotted with crystals and pearls. * Approx. diameter: 1 1/4". * Approx. band width: 1/2" tapers to 1/4". * Czech glass/iolite/white topaz/brass/sterling silver.

Alexis Bittar Oval Caviar Ring - $350

Alexis Bittar Oval Caviar Ring Sheer droplets of pink tourmaline and rose quartz lend beautiful delicate color to a handcrafted ring. * Setting dimensions: 1 1/8"W x 7/8"L. * Height: 3/8". * 18k gold vermeil/pink tourmaline/rose quartz.

Rebecca Large Square Peridot Ring - $454

Rebecca Large Square Peridot Ring Deep peridot, faceted to enhance its color and shape, tops a hand-set ring. * Approx. dimensions: 1"W x 1"H. * Hydrothermal peridot/18k gold-plated bronze.

Rebecca Four Leaf Domed Ring - $510

Rebecca Four Leaf Domed Ring Four faceted stones meet at the center of a gorgeously detailed ring. * Approx. dimensions: 1/2"W x 1/2"H. * Iolite/18k gold-plated bronze.

Rebecca Round Ball Ring - $640

Rebecca Round Ball Ring Faceted hand-set stones peek out from inside an intricately cast dome-style ring. * Band width: 1/4". * Approx. dimensions: 1 1/8"W x 3/4"H. * Hand finished. * Hydrothermal Amethyst/18k gold-plated bronze.

Mixed Stack of Bangles




Sequin Thin Animal Print Bangle - $28

Sequin Thin Animal Print Bangle Bold animal print spices up a thin bangle bracelet. * Inner circumference: 7 1/2". * Width: 1". * Resin.

Sequin Thick Animal Print Bangle - $38

Sequin Thick Animal Print Bangle Subdued animal print plays up a smooth bangle bracelet. * Inner circumference: 7 1/2". * Width: 2". * Resin.

Sequin Stretch Enamel Bracelet - $28

Sequin Stretch Enamel Bracelet Smoothly textured rectangular pieces are banded together to make a stylish stretch-to-fit bracelet. * Width: 1 3/4". * Resin.

Tasha Square Bangle Bracelet - $38

Tasha Square Bangle Bracelet Smooth, square-shaped bangle is made from clear resin for a modern look. * Inner circumference: 7 3/4". * Width: 1/2". * Resin.

Tasha Banana Leaf Bangle - $48

Tasha Banana Leaf Bangle Genuine banana leaf is covered by a clear resin for a tropical-looking bangle that endures. * Circumference: 7 3/4". * Width: 1/2". * Banana leaf/resin/metal.

Tasha Faceted Bangle Bracelet - $48

Tasha Faceted Bangle Bracelet Small facets give angled dimension to a shiny, handmade bangle. * Circumference: 8". * Width: 1 1/2". * Resin.

Tasha Organic Metal Resin Bangle - $48

Tasha Organic Metal Resin Bangle Smooth metal morphs into clear resin for a modern take on the classic bangle bracelet. * Circumference: 8". * Width: 7/8". * Metal/resin.

Alexis Bittar Skinny Tapered Bangle - $55

Alexis Bittar Skinny Tapered Bangle Hand-sculpted and hand-painted bangle bracelet is formed from luminous Lucite®. * Approx. width: 1/8" at narrowest point, 1/2" at widest point. * Approx. inner circumference: 8". * Lucite®.

Tasha 'Cracked Glass' Mosaic Bangle - $68

Tasha 'Cracked Glass' Mosaic Bangle Crushed shells look like cracked glass inside a cool bangle bracelet. * Width: 1 1/2". * Circumference: 8 1/2". * Shell/metal.

Tasha Wide Mosaic Bangle Bracelet - $98

Tasha Wide Mosaic Bangle Bracelet Individual mosaic-like squares enhance a bangle-style bracelet, accented with smooth silvertone metal. * Circumference: 8". * Width: 2 1/4". * Shell/metal.

Which ones are your favorites?

Splurge vs Steal: Dior vs Juicy.......Which do you prefer?

You know how I love statement jewelry...Ok the few of you who read this blog know;). Well Fabsugar had a post about a ring that I think is a statement piece for spring. It was a post on the line of splurge vs steal. I would take either one of these rings. What about you? :


SPLURGE STEAL

Dior Diorette Yellow Gold Ring ($5,550) Juicy Couture Garden Party Ring ($88)



Although I might need a rich lover or a BIG Bonus for the 1st one ;).

You can get Charlize Theron's dress for just over a $1,000!!

Ackkk I was just watching the rerun of Oprah cause I missed it earlier today. It was a show about giving and charity (something I think I (we) should all do more often). Charlize Theron was on to talk about a outreach program in her home country of South Africa that she is funding. To help support it she is auctioning off the 1st dress she ever wore to the Cannes Film Festival on eBay. Thinking that this show was recorded at least 12 hrs ago I figured the price of the dress would be in the thousands but much to my SURPRISE the dress was at $1,075 with more that 2 days to go!! WTH is that about. Come on all you fashionista's bid on the dress! You'll get to own a beautiful made dress as well as get a fashion statement (the designer made Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy's wedding dress) and help some kids out. Here are the details:

Want to make a difference in a child's life? To help raise funds for the children of Africa, Charlize is auctioning of one of her gowns on eBay. Proceeds will go to the Entertainment Industry Foundation benefiting the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project.

The one-of-a-kind, ivory couture dress was designed by Narciso Rodriguez exclusively for Charlize. "This is a very special dress," she says. "This is the first time I ever went to the Cannes Film Festival."

If you would like to bid on Charlize's gown, go to eBay.com.






Come on I know your tax return is coming ;)

Some blogger thinks Madonna looks her age...ie Hideous!!...WTH

So in doing my usual blog perusing in my Google reader, I see a post that is summed up by "Madonna's finally starting to look her age! THAT HAIR! The dress. Ughhh." So I open up the link expecting to see a hideous picture of Madonna. This is what I see:





Now maybe I''m wrong. Maybe I'm a woman over 40 who is just too sympathetic to the ravages of time and my eye site maybe going (ok ok IT IS GONE) but I think Madonna looks fine. She doesn't look 21 but I would NOT qualify her look as "horrified" as the blogger infers.....Have I lost all of my fashion senses? Can some of you readers out there help a Girl out!? Thanks

The Black Coats are coming!!.......The Project Runway Season 4 Finale ends with the crowning of an Prince inspired by the 17th Century

Mini Recap
* Note -Longer recap to come in a little while

So I’m sure it was no big surprise to anyone that Christian won the Season 4 Project Runway Finale Show. After seeing a few of the looks that were leaked/previewed after the Bryant Park shows of all 5 designers looks I predicted Christian would win. His look was the most creative and dramatic. Although during the show last night I thought Rami gave him a run for his money.

It was funny that for once I agreed with most everything the judges said. Jillian’s collection did look a bit disjointed but I was surprised and took a liking some of her knitwear. Rami’s colors weren’t chic enough for the clothes but he has amazing attentinon to detail and his eveningwear is stunning. Christian's look did get repetitive and monotonous after a while. I wrote as I was watching it "more black", "more slim black pants" and finally "CHRISTIAN THERE OTHER COLORS THAN BLACK!!" But Christian knows how to bring the drama. He took the inspiration he got from the Spanish painting by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo of a 17th century military man that he used in Episode 11 when they went to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. He used it as a starting off point, expanded on the idea and went running with it. Not everyone maybe able to wear his clothing but I don't think anyone can deny how creative he is.

I think this was the best project runway show so far. These designers so outdid the designers from the previous seasons. There were designers I liked from previous seasons, such as Jeffrey Sebelia from last season, but these guys certainly did take it up a notch. Maybe it was because this designers all had more experience than previous seasons but I could definitely see all 3 of them going on to be major designers. Rami showed he so deserved to be there. From the pictures in the magazines and online I saw I thought I would be disappointed by him but I really liked his looks. Bravo to you Rami for being able to step outta the box. Christians looks from the magazine and online soooo blew me away so maybe it was anti climactic for me because I had already seen some of the great ones. He really does knows how to put on a show and bring the fierceness and fabulousity (having the quality of fabulousness to an unbearable extreme). Unfortunately, Jillian was my least favorite. Although I was impressed with some of her designs, it was not on the same level I was with Rami and then Christian. Christian did surprise me at the end by pulled a Ricky before he was announced the winner. He started to tear up. Then he balled when they announced him as the winner. Oh just a couple of "Crying Shames".

Spring 08 - Trench Coats are coming - Part 2

Trends come and go but "Classics" stand the test of time. Trench Coats are one of those classics. An items of clothing that doesn't go out of style. It does often get updated though to incorporate current trends of the moment. While surfing I found some Trench Coats that were updated with some of the current trends of the moment: patent leather, feminine details, metallics to name a few.... So if you don't have a trench coat in your closet now is the time to get one. Here are some solid ones I found in my internet sufing (If you are more into pattern ones I posted a blog a few days ago about Pattern Trenches)


Solid Trenches



Soia & Kyo Asymmetrical Trench Coat - $265 @ Nordstrom
Huge saucer buttons funk up a contemporary-fit trench with contrast piping at the button-tab sleeves and belt. Large oval buckle gives emphasis to the nipped-in waist, while front and back inverted pleats give fullness to the skirt.
Back button-tab belt.
On-seam pockets.
Water-resistant.
Approx. length from shoulder: 38".
Polyester lining.
Cotton/polyester; dry clean.
By Soia & Kyo; imported.




Laundry by Shelli Segal Single Breasted Trench - $168 @ Nordstrom
The classic trench at its most feminine, styled with soft front and back pleating at the sashed waist for a fit-and-flare silhouette. Sleeves fall to gathered and snapped cuffs.
Four-button front.
Inverted pleat at back shoulders.
On-seam pockets.
Brown contrast stitching throughout.
Approx. length from shoulder to hem: 44".
Lined.
Cotton/nylon; machine wash.
By Laundry by Shelli Segal; imported.





Laundry by Shelli Segal Long Fit & Flare Coat - $168 @ Nordstrom
Polka-dot print peeks out from the flared cuffs of a coat cut for a feminine, flouncy look.
Three-button closure.
On-seam pockets.
Belted cuffs.
Pleated back.
Approx. length from shoulder: 38".
Polyester lining.
Cotton/spandex; machine wash.
By Laundry by Shelli Segal; imported.





Elie Tahari Laminated Trench Coat - $450 @ Nordstrom
Slim, fashion-forward cut with an open neckline and bracelet-length sleeves updates a classic double-breasted trench in a glossy, laminated linen blend.
Split lapel.
Silvertone buttons.
Turn-back cuffs.
Fabric belt.
Center-back pleat.
Approx. length from shoulder: 39".
Linen/polyester/rayon; hand wash.
By Elie Tahari; imported.






Laundry by Shelli Segal Trench with Faux Patent Leather Trim - $138 @ Nordstrom
Faux patent leather trim is a high-shine update to a double-breasted trench, knotted at the waist with a square-buckle tie belt. Single front gunflap yoke and back yoke add detailing.
Front slant pockets.
Belt loops.
Approx. length from shoulder: 29".
Lined with polyester backed by polyurethane/PVC.
Cotton/nylon; machine wash.
By Laundry by Shelli Segal; imported.




Jones New York Signature Twill Trench Coat - $159 @ Nordstrom
Black piping outlines a clean, classic trench coat cut from heavy cotton twill. Long sleeves are finished with buckled cuffs, and crisp epaulets detail the shoulders.
Front double-breasted button closure with hook-and-eye closure at neck.
Two side pockets.
Adjustable belt at waist.
Back storm flap; back vent.
Approx. length from shoulder: 34".
Fully lined.
Cotton; dry clean.
By Jones New York Signature; imported.




TWILLTWENTYTWO 'Grace' Double Breasted Twill Jacket - $242 @ Nordstrom
A distinctly feminine take on the classic trench with shirring at the pockets, slight balloon sleeves and a softly rounded notched collar.
Button front.
Two front pockets.
Ties at waist.
Contrast stitch detail.
Approx. length from shoulder: 34".
White floral lace lining.
Cotton; machine wash.
By TWILLTWENTYTWO; imported.



Hot Kiss® Ruffle Collar Trench Coat - $54 @ Nordstrom
Face-framing, double-ruffled collar adds charming femininity to a stylish double-breasted trench.
Front button closure.
Long sleeves with belted cuffs.
Two front pockets.
Fabric belt at waist.
Approx. length from shoulder: 33".
Fully lined.
Cotton; machine wash.
By Hot Kiss®; imported.




Pearl Overcoat - $178 @ Anthropologie
Too striking to remove indoors, this old-fashioned duster is made of lustrous champagne sateen. By Elevenses.
Removable self-belt
Hidden button placket
Silk, cotton; acetate lining
Dry clean
37.5"L
Imported





Belted Tulip Coat - £75.00 @ Topshop

Lightweight knee length coat with tulip skirt, hidden front fastens and double layered sleeves 100% Cotton. Dry Clean Only.





Asymmetric Military Trench - £80.00 @ Topshop

Above the knee length trench coat with asymmetric front, buckle belt and military style buttons 100% Cotton. Dry Clean Only.