by AlterationsNeeded on August 24, 2009
…s like to rock over sized accessories, especially with the oversize handbag trend that has been going on for the last few years, but I like to keep it small to avoid looking overwhelmed. I’ve liked the aesthetic of the Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag (MAB) for quite some time, but the original was way too big for me to pull off. Then came the Morning After Bag Mini (MAM), but the dimensions were still a bit too bulky for me, and I figure…
by AlterationsNeeded on September 24, 2009
The Rebecca Minkoff online shop recently opened, and because I’m obsessed with the Mini Mini, I took a peak to see if anything awesome was available. Sure enough, this Croc Mini Mini quickened my heart rate. What a beautiful shade of grey, and the croc embossed leather adds great texture and a bit of lux to an outfit. It’s available for pre-order, in limited quantities. Rebecca Minkoff Croc Mini Mini, $330, rebeccaminkoffstore.com I…
by AlterationsNeeded on April 26, 2010
…s the Theory Caprine jacket in size 00: Jacket: Theory Caprine jacket, Crunch fabric, size 00 Top: H&M, size XS Jeans: Paige Laurel Canyon, size 24 (hemmed and waist taken in) Shoes: Cole Haan Genevieve, size 5 Handbag: Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Bag Mini Mini, Red Berry (here) (here) (and here) Belt: Vintage snakeskin belt (holes added) Necklace: Turquoise with coral pendant I was able to get the jacket at a pretty good discount using …
by AlterationsNeeded on July 14, 2010
Shirt: LOFT button down, size 00P (altered in this post) Vest: Theory, size XS Jeans: Paige Laurel Canyon in McKinley, size 24 (hemmed and waist taken in) (here) Shoes: Manolo Blahnik, size 34.5 (on sale) Handbag: Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mini in Red Berry (more colors) A very good friend and co-worker of mine is heading to medical school this fall in Vermont (Brrrr!!!) so her sisters held a “Medical School Shower” for her over the we…
by AlterationsNeeded on December 12, 2008
I just found listings for two sample sales happening today in Los Angeles! Paige Premium Denim size 24 jeans generally run small in the thigh, and even make a petite length in some styles. Label: Paige Premium Denim Deal: Sample sale, featuring variety of styles, washes and sizes at $50 When/Where: Friday, December 12, 9am-3pm, 127 East 9th Street, Suite 209, Downtown Frankie B. Jeans make size 23 (very rare!) and I’ve also heard this je…
by AlterationsNeeded on September 14, 2008
…n are of this variety. For example, this top fit me fantastically! Petite sleeveless tie-neck top (rayon/spandex) Jackets: I’ve found a few blazers in P00 that have worked me, and each one has had the word “stretch” on the label. Go figure, since the stretchy fabric garments are cut smaller right? Look for things that say “stretch”, and there’s a chance it’ll fit. Pants: Just like with the jackets, the P00 pants that have the word “stretch” so…
by AlterationsNeeded on May 21, 2010
Shop: Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sale: West coast ladies…hit up the Rebecca Minkoff sample sale! I’m hoping the Morning After Mini Mini in the ad means there will be a few of the petite sized handbags available. Los Angeles 5/21/10-5/23/10 Confederacy 4661 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90027 San Francisco 5/22/10 111 Minna Street (near the Montgomery BART station) San Francisco, CA 94105 Ann Taylor: Buy one full priced item, get o…