The name Coco Chanel is usually tied to tweed jackets and quilted handbags, but to me, she’s my favorite tomboy. When I pulled this cardigan out from under a pile at the Banana Republic Factory store, my first thought was, “it’s so Coco!” This cardigan has a menswear feel to it with it’s length, slouch, pockets, and contrast details. Black and white (and cream in this case) is a palette that Coco famously wore ofte…
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…se of going through security screenings. Carry-on bag for magazines, snacks, and other necessities. No matter what, there are a few things I always pack in my carry-on. This includes anything of value like jewelry, expensive handbags, and electronics (camera, etc.), and my basic toiletries and makeup. For this challenge, these are the items I’ve brought along: And now, for my very plain dinner outfit: Since my heels are in my checked lu…
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…ds & Family in stores & online. 25% your entire purchase with code FFSPR12 (thru 4/14) (excludes home, stationary and watches). Last Call (Neiman Marcus) – Extra 30% off regular-priced women’s jewelry, shoes and handbags. Free shipping on $75 or more with code LCAPR75. Loehmann’s – $25 off your purchase of $75 or more in stores (find the coupon here) and online with code 25OFFAPR12 (thru 4/15). LOFT – Buy one full-priced top, get on…
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…8217;s and boy’s shirts. H&M – 20% off your kid’s purchase with this coupon (thru 4/2). J.Crew – Free shipping on orders of $175 and up. Last Call (Neiman Marcus) – Extra 25% off all women’s apparel, shoes and handbags (thru 4/2). Loehmann’s – Friends & Family – 20% off your entire purchase with code FRIENDS12 or this coupon in stores (opens as PDF) (thru 4/2). LOFT – Select full-price sweaters are $29.50 and select full-price…
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Being petite can make gift buying hard for your family and loved ones. I shudder at the thought of all the well meaning, but completely odd-sized clothing I get from family each year. Here are some petite friendly gifts to give or get this holiday season… 1. Vintage style brooch -This pretty little pin from Ann Taylor would look fantastic on jackets, sweaters, dresses, handbags…you name it. 2. Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mini – The pint-…
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…arly killed the feeling in my finger tips, and my eyesight doing it, but not too bad for a first timer huh? And there goes that red Chanel handbag again. I know, you must be thinking, “doesn’t she have any other handbags besides that one?” I do…but this color is so versatile (I tend to consider red a neutral), and I love the bag so much, that I find every excuse to wear it. …
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My dream wardrobe is a mix of elements from different designers. For handbags, I’m a Chanel and Bottega Venetta girl. My outerwear would all be Burberry. For special occasions, I would wear Oscar de la Renta and Dior. And for everyday…I would wear Prada! Lofty aspirations, hmm? I have this innate feeling that for some reason unbeknown to me, Prada is my RTW soul mate. Something about the clean, crisp, fashion forward sensib…
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