Monthly Archives: October 2008

Hot Deals – Gap

October 31st // Comment Here

Yesterday, I wrote about capes — no, I’m not talking about becoming a certain super-hero (although I’m sure we all feel like we are at times, with all of the juggling we do on a daily basis).

Now until November 11/12, Gap is running a BOGO 50% off sale on select styles of men’s, women’s and maternity pants. This is a great time to pick-up a pair (or two — since they are buy one, get one half-off) for the office, home or as a present.

I particularly liked the curvy welt-pocket pants and the perfect plaid trouser pants. These are both great for the office as well as for any business meetings you may have. Both were available for $60 each, but after the BOGO 50% off sale, the bill came to around $90. The plaid trouser pants would look divine with a chocolate-brown cape for those chilly winter nights.

Curvy welt-pocket pants $60 at Gap

Also wanted to mention that Gap is running a 30% off sale on women’s outerwear (sorry guy’s) until November 20.

Love,
Loren

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Dressing the Man

October 30th // 3 Comments

You may remember this post on men’s fashion. Looking great is not solely about being dressed in the latest designer duds. Rather, it is about dressing the part day in and day out — in a way that fits your own unique style, yet not committing a fashion faux pas. Just recently, I finished a book by Alan Flusser, author of Dressing the Man: Mastering the Art of Permanent Fashion. If you haven’t had a chance to read it, it provides some great examples of fashion past and present and even has great insight on what “business casual” really means along with great reference material on coat sleeve lengths along with great pictures to help demonstrate the different styles.

Dressing the Man: Mastering the Art of Permanent Fashion

Dressing the Man: Mastering the Art of Permanent Fashion

Not only is this a great gift for him (or even a gift for her), it is also a great conversation piece for your coffee table. It is available at AbeBooks.com, Borders and Target.com for around $32.

Have you already read this book? If so, what did you think about it?

Lots of love,
Loren

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Fashion Tips – Capes Create Instant Glamour

October 30th // 1 Comment

Given the time of year, I’m sure many of you are in the market for new outerwear. Since outerwear is usually the finishing touch in putting together your fall/winter looks, you’ll definetely want to pick up a few versatile and stylish pieces to get you through the cooler months.

One of my favorite outerwear silhouettes is the cape. Celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Jessica Simpson have been spotted out-and-about recently wearing this same look! Kim’s tweed cape is a good example of how to take a day look to night, and Jessica’s fur-lined look is super-glamorous and formal.

Jessica Simpson
Jessica Simpson attends Macy’s 150th Birthday Celebration in NYC

Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian in NYC on Oct. 30th
[Photos: people.com]

While Kim Kardashian’s tweed belted cape probably costs several hundred dollars, you can achieve a similar look with a Cejon Belted Cape from Bloomingdale’s for around $125. If you want the same look for less, New York & Company has a similar tweed cape for only $90.96!

City Style Tweed Cape

City Style Tweed Cape

On a side note, while I was browsing our partner stores for capes, I came across some really great deals on outerwear over at Overstock.com. They have tons of great coats at deep discounts!

Happy Shopping!

Love,
Loren
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Hot Deals – Bebe.com

October 30th // Comment Here

Here’s another hot deal from Bebe.com. Now through Satuday, November 1, all sale merchandise is a whopping 65% off!

Take advantage of this hot deal from Bebe.com along with many others !

Love,
Loren

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Hot Deals – Piperlime

October 29th // Comment Here

There must be something about birthday’s lately. To commemorate Piperlime’s second birthday, they are offering $20 off your next purchase for every purchase that you make — today only!

Not only is this another sweet deal, but remember, Piperlime also offers free shipping and free returns on all orders!

Love,
Loren

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