Sale Mail--Gilt Groupe and Juicy Couture

The weather in DC is--just plain weird these days.  We have beautiful sunny days with mild summer temps peaking at 80 degrees interspersed with stormy afternoons that will dip the overall temps to the 60s.  I saw these jackets at the Juicy Couture Gilt Groupe sale, and I thought they were perfect for what I have been seeking as a jacket lately.  Something breathable, flexible, but still embodies a distinct style.  I love the edge and comfort that this knit 3/4 sleeve jacket (comes in black and grey) offers.  It is perfect to throw on with jeans and a tank to run to the grocery store, but also pairs nicely with a cute summer dress to wear out!!  And--don't get me started on how much I love 3/4 sleeves in the summer.  :)

Res Ipsa Loquitur--The Olsen Twins

WHY do the Olsen twins always look like they are homeless??  I just don't get it.  Dressing like you found cheap and tacky items out of your granny's closet is NOT ATTRACTIVE.  Aaaand what's up with Mary Kate's makeup??  **sigh**  They always seem to look sallow... with limp locks to boot.  **double sigh**

Sale Mail--HauteLook, GiltGroupe and RueLaLa

Just a note... if anyone wants an invitation for any of the above designer discount sites, please let me know!!!  GiltGroupe is a personal favorite of mine... :) 

Buster v. Bargain--Gold Medal Winner and Blue Ribbon Worthy

I have been really into statement necklaces as of late (as you can tell from the recent posts), and the Kate Spade piece above was sent to me by M.  While the colors are not the same, the beauty of each necklace is apparent--whether it is Kate Spade's version in a vibrant turquoise shade of blue, or JcPenney's Blue and Gold Medallion Necklace in a rich and regal shade of royal blue.  Which do you like better??  I love them both!!

Sale Mail--Gilt Groupe and Amrita Singh

There were some comments/posts traffic last week about a turquoise stone necklace made by the always awesome Kate Spade.  I posted a much cheaper JcPenney alternative to the $200 Kate Spade version.  However, today's Gilt Groupe sale features Amrita Singh, who has some beautiful pieces that are worth checking out!!  The Swag Necklace and the Five Drop Necklace are gorgeous. 

Cute Color Combo--A Punch of Black and Blue

Since I can remember, I was always told not to wear black shoes with navy blue pants.  In fact, it really seemed like mixing black with darker shades of blue was a huge faux pas.  I think it is time for that to change.  I am not advocating a black shirt with a navy skirt/pants, but seriously--I am loving the combinations of royal blue and black I have been seeing lately.  The look is just so sleek!!  So~go out like a champ in some black and blue!!  I swear, I am not biased just because blue is one of my favorite colors.  :)
KUDOS FOR THESE ITEMS GO TO:
*Nordstrom - Herve Leger Double V-neck Cocktail Dress
*Forever21 - Pinched at the Center Dress
*Forever21 - Time to Shine Dress
*Forever21 - Denise Belted Dress

BTW--Wooden Platform or Wedge Do Not a Clog Make

On an added note--if you are the recipient of Nordstrom's eye-blinding clog email... I just wanted to clarify something.  Wooden platforms or wedges do not create a clog.  I am not saying that all wooden platforms or wedges add something positive to a shoe, but they certainly do not force it into the clog category.  Exhibit A--the Burberry Wooden Heel Sandal featured above in a rich wine leather IS NOT A CLOG.  It is a platform sandal.  Case closed.  So, clogs--go back to yard work where you belong--or preferably, just crawl into a dark cave where your wooden or biodegradable rubber will hopefully decompose.