Monthly Archives: March 2009

Fashion Tips – Winter Wonderland

March 4th // Comment Here

I’ve been in Greensboro for the past couple of days as we got hit with a massive snowstorm! It has been beautiful, but I must say; I’m ready for Spring! I’ve run into some serious fashion block with all the nasty weather. Don’t get me wrong; it’s great if you are planning a day of skiing or a day of movies and staying home, but if you can’t take the day off and stay home, what do you wear to work? Plastic rain-boots are only to be worn outside, not in the workplace. Jeans and pants (unless they are tucked into boots) will drag on the street and will be wet by the time you get to work. After many wardrobe changes, I’ve found the perfect go-to outfit for when the weather is bad: knee-high waterproof boots, tights with a dark skirt or dress. Add color with a striped cardigan or a bright sweater and a warm waterproof coat or a trench coat! Check out my picks after the jump.


Sweater dress $58 at Urban Outfitters

Trench $49.50 at Old Navy


Khombu boots $80 at Zappos.com

Flyaway cardigan $39.50 at Express.com

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Looks for Less – Mickey Rourke

March 4th // Comment Here

Even though you might not be able to pull off his moves in the ring as Randy ‘The Ram’ Robinson in his movie, The Wrestler, you can still get Mickey Rourke’s celebrity look for less even on a budget!

With his mix-and-match style, with a touch of various grays, blacks and white (and some tint to go with his shades), I’ve got to admit, Mickey’s got style!

To get his look for less, without pulling a ‘ram jam’ on any stylist in the vicinity, get the scoop on how you can get his celebrity looks after the jump!

For starters, you can pick-up a a Joker make-up kit to get Mickey’s unkempt hair for $10.
Joker Makeup Kit

Over on eBay, I managed to find Oakley’s classic Frogskin sunglasses (which come in a variety of colored frames and lense tints) for around $35.

Micro Twill Blazer from Urban Outfitters
Micro Twill Blazer available at Urban Outfitters for $50


Fleur de Lis belt from Urban Outfitters for $28


O.H.H.A. Men’s white stripe dress shirt for $24 at Overstock.com


Piattelli White Black Silk Tuxedo Scarf, which can be found at Decalo Fashion or even on eBay for $35 (retails for $85).


Pick-up a pair on non-seasonal sharkskin pants by Domani for $30 at Overstock.com


Lastly, slip on of Calvin Klein Elkan’s available from Piperlime for a cool $83 on sale!

So while you may not have Rourke’s bank or even his sex appeal. You can skip the wrestler unitard and get his hot look for just under $300 (skipping the hair can save $10). And there you have it, Mickey Rourke’s celebrity look…for less!

Love,
Loren

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More Hot Deals From Kohl’s!

March 4th // Comment Here
If you’re a loyal blog reader, you may happen to know that I’m a huge fan of Kohl’s department store. The Vera Wang difussion line, and Daisy Fuentes and Elle clothing lines are hot and fashionable finds for next to nothing! Plus, it doesn’t hurt that they’re always running some sort of great deal.

Here’s one I just couldn’t pass up. From today until 3/10/09, Kohl’s is offering an extra 30% off their already low prices! As a bonus, this offer may be combined with the Free Standard Shipping on orders of $75 or more promotion that is also valid from 3/4 – 3/10/09.

To take advantage of this great offer, visit Kohl’s and enter coupon code SAVE20BMSM at checkout to save 20% on your purchase! Expires 2/28/09.

Free Shipping when you spend $75 or more

Why not pick up a cute, cropped jacket for your Spring wardrobe?

Elle cropped jacket $36.99

Know of a deal that I didn’t post? Feel free to email me with any requests!

Love,
Loren

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Trends and News – Chickdowntown

March 3rd // 6 Comments

While their logo may somewhat of an anomaly — given the type of products that they carry, don’t let it fool you! It is cute and catchy and over the past few month, has kept me coming back to their site! Despite having started only one year ago, celebrities like Lindsay Lohan and Sam Ronson, even my close friend, Jessica Simpson all shop there for their unique and trendy tops and dresses, denim, even accessories like the friendship bracelet that Lindsay and Sam were recently seen wearing in an issue of People Magazine. The store I’m talking about is called Chickdowntown and it is fast becoming one of the top stores to shop at for designer fashion!

If you haven’t had the opportunity to see some of their clothes, here’s a video of Spring/Summer trends from a fashion buyers perspective!

Love,
Loren

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