tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83593750321509191372024-02-19T19:05:11.917-05:00Bubblegum PlasticTalk to me Harry Winston... Tell me all about it!Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.comBlogger128125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-68874902168076482752011-02-04T10:18:00.002-05:002011-02-04T10:18:52.284-05:00Pony EyesI love <a href="http://bubblegumplastic.blogspot.com/2009/03/tempting-toppers.html">museum shops</a> and I love <a href="http://bubblegumplastic.blogspot.com/search/label/false%20eyelashes">false eyelashes</a> but I never expected to see the combination. And I surely<em><span style="font-size: x-small;"> (don't call me Shirley!)</span></em> didn't expect them to look like this....<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Victoria and Albert Museum, as a part of their Imperial Chinese Robes exhibition, is offering small paper-cut pony eyelashes.</div><br />
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<em>2 pairs of small paper-cut eyelashes.</em><br />
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<em>Derived from a fascination with the Chinese tradition of fine papercut work, these false eyelashes are a fun and modern interpretation.</em><br />
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<em>Intricately cut and delicately pretty, the design is infused with symbolic meaning rooted in Chinese culture: horses (ponies) are symbolic of success.</em><br />
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<em>Designed by Ting yu Wang.</em><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.vandashop.com/product.php?xProd=7460">Small Pony Eyelashes at the V&A Museum shop - <span id="priceSpan7460">£14.00</span></a> </div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-68962309607987776242010-09-27T11:10:00.002-04:002010-09-27T11:10:59.847-04:00Review - Chanel Rouge Coco Lipstick #22 Paris<div style="text-align: center;"></div>I am not a huge make-up person. I don't wear a lot and I'm not good with experimentation or pushing the boundaries on color. I just don't have the face for it. So I typically go for pretty colors and simple looks. I love mascara and a good lipstick and gloss. I have recently started trying out the <a href="http://the-coveted.com/blog/2010/07/27/three-essential-beauty-products-under-20/">L'oreal Studio Secrets primer</a>, maybe dot on some Prescriptives custom base (which I've been using for 15+ years) and a dusting of translucent powder. <br />
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I don't spend a lot on eyeshadow or powder, etc., but I do like to splurge a bit on lipstick. And my favorite is Chanel. <br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As you can see, I have quite a few. The big problem is that I tend to fall in love with a shade and then find out it was a seasonal limited color and have to try and find replacements. Then I hoard the little amount I have left, doling it out only on special occasions. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The most recent color I fell for was the <a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/store/catalog/prodChanel.jhtml?productID=MALPR373&itemId=cat235903&parentId=cat10022&masterId=cat000017&cmCat=&icid=[*icid]&ecid=">Chanel Rouge Coco</a> #22 "Paris". </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I saw this vibrant, almost fuchsia, pink on Sandra Bullock at the Oscars this year and had to track down that pink. </div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There was quite a run on the color but I eventually got my tube.. and it is bright! </div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The range comes in colors from browns to pinks to corals perfect for the looks seen in the Spring 2011 shows. I may go and check out the brownish-pink "Mademoiselle" and just got the coraly-red #58 "Audace" (to be reviewed soon).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When I combine this with my bright red hair it's kind of a contrast, so I like to blot it. You still get quite a good pink but not so in your face. I can stop there if I want to keep a matte look but I usually layer this with a darker toned lipstick or top with a slightly more coral gloss. </div> <br />
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This time I topped the Paris with the <a href="http://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/store/catalog/prodChanel.jhtml?productID=MALPR060&itemId=prod53560008&parentId=cat10022&masterId=cat000017&cmCat=&icid=[*icid]&ecid=">Chanel Glossimer</a> #197 "Gazelle", which is a shimmery peach. <br />
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</div> I find it challenging to buy make-up, especially lipstick. The tube never gives you a real look at the color or the feel or the application. They need to sell more mini-tubes like perfume samples so you could wear it a time or two before you commit. <br />
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</div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-55033924348901027632010-08-18T19:18:00.001-04:002010-08-18T19:18:55.015-04:00Packing Prints<p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9953kdU2M-Skryrw-cYuJ9BzvNg8GP6vyRcHiOZ2X6fNq7ERhqP_urHGi4j7wELOUihl4bVwTfYbfMCLueQGxd505u-PddMqmLnY5eic_OvS2Wr-RWKjtntleHyd3HWNxtna4gvOcj-k/s1600/Bubblegum+Plastic+lrg.jpg"></a></p>I'm new to the love of Liberty of London, the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">purveyors</span> of all things printed, floral and lovely.<br /><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEhDEAkBJ-TXlpqaVB129JxeSR3zr1ak-McHtBQdinW62uYvYM47c3s_4vAN5P-FCFi8CjQ1S9lLmm7ECByYdOOVK3HOSfN0lWHLRs2id8E-eLyRlsMMIuIAqTOI-lRKlzqvNh767TyFY/s1600/liberty.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 301px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506886179800394018" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEhDEAkBJ-TXlpqaVB129JxeSR3zr1ak-McHtBQdinW62uYvYM47c3s_4vAN5P-FCFi8CjQ1S9lLmm7ECByYdOOVK3HOSfN0lWHLRs2id8E-eLyRlsMMIuIAqTOI-lRKlzqvNh767TyFY/s400/liberty.jpg" /></a></p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNe2JUDVITRfnOMmpG-3o6h9fcBR2PsdCfqnLVw9lmzV5t_2GeP-bIoHLX2FLeBTn8FXjFFq99jMBY4Wha_ilnjlzq6eieUuKm5IGxQw4hUJ2XUmtTa5T3n2-IHPXkAQ6uEdTUVocgMLA/s1600/libertyheader.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 297px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506886173160742210" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNe2JUDVITRfnOMmpG-3o6h9fcBR2PsdCfqnLVw9lmzV5t_2GeP-bIoHLX2FLeBTn8FXjFFq99jMBY4Wha_ilnjlzq6eieUuKm5IGxQw4hUJ2XUmtTa5T3n2-IHPXkAQ6uEdTUVocgMLA/s400/libertyheader.jpg" /></a></p><br />But they have totally targeted my weakness... luggage. And not just luggage, but <a href="http://www.liberty.co.uk/fcp/product/Liberty//Floral-Meadow-Print-Mini-Suitcase,-Liberty-Print-Suitcases-/55694">small little cases covered with sweet, sweet floral prints</a>.<br /><br /><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlG3Bvp42K22Awv_g7YTow889GGWuVnsncjtVCinciHCoZvkMXKg9Th3IBnt8CJvyoX2rQQBu8MCqrm4zYRtu6S2oCYisoVJunghtsKSPNTlN9_PRmNFi_npIbcBj30fNqoq9pDO9zf4k/s1600/libertyluggage.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 352px; HEIGHT: 263px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506886164874465762" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlG3Bvp42K22Awv_g7YTow889GGWuVnsncjtVCinciHCoZvkMXKg9Th3IBnt8CJvyoX2rQQBu8MCqrm4zYRtu6S2oCYisoVJunghtsKSPNTlN9_PRmNFi_npIbcBj30fNqoq9pDO9zf4k/s400/libertyluggage.jpg" /></a></p><br /><p align="center"><img style="WIDTH: 333px; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506886161471520914" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-2OtO7Zg6tRJhnPQbss9Je8J0OI_DrPhmiDsBUU5kf6S_JV9zGvVqAyWlKfRVAW9UWLKFA6GWZOhNvh9CEyiFNJnD3hiDe4NhWY8nWBNSHjOAEUA7_PErdLixVLNCYPUs2iImz6u2qF4/s400/libertyluggage3.jpg" /></p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq-m3Aqx6jvl2kyOT4iQhhb7scWlz-0CB2EaJJr-GLW_TvqaGYFzMOGAtBnnsgsLQSH_Z7WGvG4kmdMfGJDjxQFoJCZcDUjv3LQ7ZtWLwWcswqy2Uvw6a20CeCtg9SXCZ1utan53pVbiA/s1600/libertyluggage2.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 356px; HEIGHT: 274px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5506886152360517122" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq-m3Aqx6jvl2kyOT4iQhhb7scWlz-0CB2EaJJr-GLW_TvqaGYFzMOGAtBnnsgsLQSH_Z7WGvG4kmdMfGJDjxQFoJCZcDUjv3LQ7ZtWLwWcswqy2Uvw6a20CeCtg9SXCZ1utan53pVbiA/s400/libertyluggage2.jpg" /></a></p>I have way too many suitcases and mini-travel cases. I really do not need this but, they are very hard to resist!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.liberty.co.uk/fcp/product/Liberty//Floral-Meadow-Print-Mini-Suitcase,-Liberty-Print-Suitcases-/55694">Liberty of London Print suitcases</a> - £60.00Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-11401621925337614852010-07-13T15:19:00.000-04:002010-07-13T15:20:23.918-04:00English Summer cloud and raindrop necklace<p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi27dCqF6COoc2jHXGXCVCQVjCMjNwxUBr-gY0zmefu79UVsBCipeFanebRZH-bS6Y7Ljja05dnA5Vs1hVqG8qPOXZjUHIOLNyd8lus7wdenv8aXxFU4EiExby84DcaQ7QUAH_0CgasXQ/s1600/Bubblegum+Plastic.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 196px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491968630711520914" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi27dCqF6COoc2jHXGXCVCQVjCMjNwxUBr-gY0zmefu79UVsBCipeFanebRZH-bS6Y7Ljja05dnA5Vs1hVqG8qPOXZjUHIOLNyd8lus7wdenv8aXxFU4EiExby84DcaQ7QUAH_0CgasXQ/s400/Bubblegum+Plastic.jpg" /></a></p><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-family:verdana;color:#cc33cc;">Bubblegum Plastic is where we talk about all the other fun stuff... where I try to think about more than just shoes!</span></div><br />I love cute little whimsical <a href="http://bubblegumplastic.blogspot.com/2010/04/in-need-of-bit-of-whimsy.html">necklaces</a>, especially from the talented folks on Etsy. When I was browsing around the other day, I saw this sweet cloud and rain <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/50830377/rain-and-cloud-english-summer-neclace">necklace from Mixko</a>.<br /><br /><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOqAnB0ioAcFkArqqcAaJGlDrvGmAQrMGY7C8s8kRzQFchNHeZEiXIii6HbjvXo3lc7hhBpWtsIYF0CgovdteGyG09rkuammNrBf1MD8PNVJ8X0hOyWQA-o3OSfhPvkaIo4_H4I9cRtCo/s1600/Mixko+English+Summer+rain+and+cloud+necklace+close.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 333px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491968621960202178" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOqAnB0ioAcFkArqqcAaJGlDrvGmAQrMGY7C8s8kRzQFchNHeZEiXIii6HbjvXo3lc7hhBpWtsIYF0CgovdteGyG09rkuammNrBf1MD8PNVJ8X0hOyWQA-o3OSfhPvkaIo4_H4I9cRtCo/s400/Mixko+English+Summer+rain+and+cloud+necklace+close.jpg" /></a></p><br />The piece is about 4" from the top of the little felted cloud to the bottom crystal raindrop.<br /><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB8cG3AobQYzoIP4lwid1Zm-o-pNlUZqGvjKdWW1DEpMLCVco6xd8H4lOoFWyHGeDJwBkHpfkvXiZXwx5jZdPEykFAgph-4f3lnsf8u7nwDSqgh0Vej9aFPvskthIaQzLMz-ld90vnZa8/s1600/Mixko+English+Summer+rain+and+cloud+necklace+pkg.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 286px; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491968616453054482" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB8cG3AobQYzoIP4lwid1Zm-o-pNlUZqGvjKdWW1DEpMLCVco6xd8H4lOoFWyHGeDJwBkHpfkvXiZXwx5jZdPEykFAgph-4f3lnsf8u7nwDSqgh0Vej9aFPvskthIaQzLMz-ld90vnZa8/s400/Mixko+English+Summer+rain+and+cloud+necklace+pkg.jpg" /></a></p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ9So_3CpkxXp_2s3E5pzjvUEPbUGgYu8rpL1uHh94AFldB6BGzGLijyzTXmagANP_qHLarswxiP0Nkwp4mvOL3et6mZLjc6T4hvTfLNWp3kX1ypCqmPZ2Zmd3YGe4Fesplz8Q4IMwa5w/s1600/Mixko+English+Summer+rain+and+cloud+necklace+sunny.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491968610372003138" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ9So_3CpkxXp_2s3E5pzjvUEPbUGgYu8rpL1uHh94AFldB6BGzGLijyzTXmagANP_qHLarswxiP0Nkwp4mvOL3et6mZLjc6T4hvTfLNWp3kX1ypCqmPZ2Zmd3YGe4Fesplz8Q4IMwa5w/s400/Mixko+English+Summer+rain+and+cloud+necklace+sunny.jpg" /></a></p>Even though it is a raincloud, it's a happy little cloud with sparkly blue raindrops. So it makes you smile!<br /><br />English Summer rain and cloud necklace - $30 from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MIXKO?ref=seller_info">Mixko on Etsy</a>. She also has an adorable rainbow necklace and some delicate butterfly rings that I love too. Check her out!Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-35866845515879720942010-07-09T14:27:00.002-04:002010-07-09T14:30:26.268-04:00New ChangesYou are noticing the changes here, I'm sure. Or at least I hope so!<br /><br />I'm hoping to bring Bubblegum Plastic into the <a href="http://www.shoedaydreams.com/">Shoe Daydreams</a> world a bit more, so I'm going to be posting updates in both places.<br /><br />If you just want the cute accessories, Bubblegum Plastic is your spot! But I'll also be bringing this content into Shoe Daydreams as a part of the whole.<br /><br />Thanks for dropping by!<br /><br />Luv<br /><span style="font-family:verdana;font-size:180%;color:#660000;"><em>Poochie</em></span>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-79502280886096052352010-06-10T16:52:00.003-04:002010-06-10T16:56:25.795-04:00The choice of a new generationThere is little to no doubt that I am giddy for the new iPhone 4G. Better display, more functional interface, additional features plus <a href="http://www.apple.com/iphone/features/">Face Time</a>!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoeYKdxSJkfJvDAO5h_dgyRBqy-jIgPg3BXdXBCwz2lsSjGaSx40DaE7GHc2tf9ZPj5ZloQkKj9sVY26SLlmG98LaSZ3T3Qbgmxd5g1_UD68lr21aUZnfg9wFQN4eNo89tShW8e4ZRqb-o/s1600/iPhone+4G+both.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 203px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481250990642498466" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoeYKdxSJkfJvDAO5h_dgyRBqy-jIgPg3BXdXBCwz2lsSjGaSx40DaE7GHc2tf9ZPj5ZloQkKj9sVY26SLlmG98LaSZ3T3Qbgmxd5g1_UD68lr21aUZnfg9wFQN4eNo89tShW8e4ZRqb-o/s320/iPhone+4G+both.jpg" /></a><br /><br />But now I need to really decide - black...<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisQkO1lJTLg3CI-97E7f8a3ufHCwr0FumnFdFNuS9GjB0_0GBuUDeW4geuA_DRj4EqbBmQqnrEEjzhYKLLKl7CaB0ZXO2L5ye0PlOv2-Wrwcr9S5FzgnR4XSJ2GS2IZLpsP6D3sxhy-F4h/s1600/iPhone+4G+black.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 203px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481250982459888354" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisQkO1lJTLg3CI-97E7f8a3ufHCwr0FumnFdFNuS9GjB0_0GBuUDeW4geuA_DRj4EqbBmQqnrEEjzhYKLLKl7CaB0ZXO2L5ye0PlOv2-Wrwcr9S5FzgnR4XSJ2GS2IZLpsP6D3sxhy-F4h/s320/iPhone+4G+black.jpg" /></a><br /><br />or white?<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2ZetwKhcTJU_CFaqnGRB6sB7-fgeIHvgkgIOJ0qPeiO59f2t-ELkhhJZeLNOPDwF04Dh06hG_eiWfymnDhAoC2wkpJA3BhDx6-TFwF2iZYNDt5fJleftQKTMRDofHzdmEPgr4g7BKWCG7/s1600/iPhone+4G+white.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 203px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5481250980192426834" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2ZetwKhcTJU_CFaqnGRB6sB7-fgeIHvgkgIOJ0qPeiO59f2t-ELkhhJZeLNOPDwF04Dh06hG_eiWfymnDhAoC2wkpJA3BhDx6-TFwF2iZYNDt5fJleftQKTMRDofHzdmEPgr4g7BKWCG7/s320/iPhone+4G+white.jpg" /></a><br /><br />They are both slick and have a gorgeous look. I'm torn torn torn! Black is more edgy and techy but white is so clean and slick. I leaning towards the white one and it will go with my current case and computer bag.<br /><br />Now I just need to get the hubby on it too so we can video chat.Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-66328722303283337832010-05-25T17:52:00.004-04:002010-05-26T10:19:08.207-04:00Tickled PinkI am not a purse or bag person. I like don't covet the latest "it" bags and I don't have a huge amount of purses. I'm also pretty picky about what I look for in a bag. I like a classic shape in an interesting color.<br /><br />I don't want it to be too huge and I usually prefer to carry it on my arm rather than over my shoulder. I don't like soft-sided bags; I actually want them to have some structure to them.<br /><br />I have a few small bags and clutches but they rarely get used and are usually vintage. Most of the purses I own I keep for years and years and tend to be very lazy about changing them out. I carried my <a href="http://bubblegumplastic.blogspot.com/2007/12/emerald-city.html">Emerald Alto bag </a>for 2 years straight. The color range for my day-to-day purses includes emerald green, dark orange, sky blue, white and a croc brown. In the Fall I was thinking about a black patent but didn't findy anything I really wanted so that's by the wayside for now.<br /><br />But for some reason I'm really considering pink.<br /><br />I started out looking at this pink Emily Satchel from Coach.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbIKQ5U9zbFTL9K5UWkqxnuRZFcs2m-yWmezArX27zGDXK-UWAmMxWobCb0acWYzelxrV9cZ1HzYiKk0xMiHLzvNXSuN6L0-vVXZJFEM8EfQOc3WnfEaJNa06dUyQVlGHbi0FC0wJ7uJzR/s1600/Coach+Emily+Satchel.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 246px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327476839871170" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbIKQ5U9zbFTL9K5UWkqxnuRZFcs2m-yWmezArX27zGDXK-UWAmMxWobCb0acWYzelxrV9cZ1HzYiKk0xMiHLzvNXSuN6L0-vVXZJFEM8EfQOc3WnfEaJNa06dUyQVlGHbi0FC0wJ7uJzR/s320/Coach+Emily+Satchel.jpg" /></a><br /><br />It has a great shape, just the right amount of detailing, is the right size and gives the options of carrying on your arm or over your shoulder.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9r6FcgRDrNhJpIWrWi_2Ez7yo5EqFUhjSslmmblEZK1_YK2sHn3VKPwJ_SjCHzu_U9gqkmpqoWGQKDpMtaXZ8n1vNpXWt-WKcMN4knszJmOQ9ZDlZwgU6GKhSkPM1EgGBU0TUWZXgqNgD/s1600/Coach+Emily+Satchel+Front.png"><img style="WIDTH: 315px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327474045016610" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9r6FcgRDrNhJpIWrWi_2Ez7yo5EqFUhjSslmmblEZK1_YK2sHn3VKPwJ_SjCHzu_U9gqkmpqoWGQKDpMtaXZ8n1vNpXWt-WKcMN4knszJmOQ9ZDlZwgU6GKhSkPM1EgGBU0TUWZXgqNgD/s320/Coach+Emily+Satchel+Front.png" /></a><br /><br />But I wanted to see what non-leather options were out there too. I don't really go purse shopping that much so I thought this would be a great opportunity to see what's out there.<br /><br />I started out at Matt and Nat, purveyors of some of the best, most stylish vegan bags around. After searching by color I found this cutie - the <a href="http://www.mattandnat.com/product/tundra---stellar-handbag-pink-1025/">Tundra-Stellar</a>. It's also a good size and very cute. A bit more of an edge than the Emily but you could carry this to work and out afterwards.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJFQhBgKbxsCJoeYw77LEeaDvRZ5Ms23P8X0LvVjwGOWBULHdcPnvUlzyruPE9JYUGmiuJisFT_XXBqmxnzjTJDByelCMxuEnrrE0aAvrHBQADOQbxFIXMC-oHri_4_Ay5-DrFcPZufRK8/s1600/Matt+and+Nat+Tundra+Pink.bmp"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327468947563346" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJFQhBgKbxsCJoeYw77LEeaDvRZ5Ms23P8X0LvVjwGOWBULHdcPnvUlzyruPE9JYUGmiuJisFT_XXBqmxnzjTJDByelCMxuEnrrE0aAvrHBQADOQbxFIXMC-oHri_4_Ay5-DrFcPZufRK8/s320/Matt+and+Nat+Tundra+Pink.bmp" /></a><br />If you are a bit more casual, I think the AstroSatchel's <a href="http://www.astrosatchel.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=10&products_id=122">Cherry Blossom messenger</a> is the cutest. This line has a ton of fun graphic designs.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLWd7f2ihc9NRQgQ4uWT8gb-n1luS44CCPgMo0C4zrZ9XY8ksG5NIixeuCST8bv_p0qCIlP4HdyIgIztAZ-5dN_bKMNs5ARONlzVLW6Exot7rTNTLqnfwn8DKGognM57Y83aIyi1fbKV4t/s1600/AstroSatchel+Blossoms.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 290px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327462204198514" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLWd7f2ihc9NRQgQ4uWT8gb-n1luS44CCPgMo0C4zrZ9XY8ksG5NIixeuCST8bv_p0qCIlP4HdyIgIztAZ-5dN_bKMNs5ARONlzVLW6Exot7rTNTLqnfwn8DKGognM57Y83aIyi1fbKV4t/s320/AstroSatchel+Blossoms.jpg" /></a> </div><div><br />I branched out into more vibrant pinks with this<a href="http://www.shopinspiredliving.com/shiraleah-Verena-large-satchel.html"> larger Verena satchel</a>. I love the buckles on the end. Plus it comes in five equally eye-catching colors.<br /><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiItsN4uUsEH-FpgI2aTivkl77FwmSP3D-HHSnwqmhAoHs2UwDtua0wrkuvKa32Al2oOMi5vn9LFs06xA0UEFQ4hE4-gyBTy1YGpIznkO-DbY9aoUKNZ3x0BYJj17AlWWj0uAW2yfFh0o2g/s1600/Shiraleah+Verena+large+satchel.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327458125806434" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiItsN4uUsEH-FpgI2aTivkl77FwmSP3D-HHSnwqmhAoHs2UwDtua0wrkuvKa32Al2oOMi5vn9LFs06xA0UEFQ4hE4-gyBTy1YGpIznkO-DbY9aoUKNZ3x0BYJj17AlWWj0uAW2yfFh0o2g/s320/Shiraleah+Verena+large+satchel.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.shopinspiredliving.com/shiraleah-Morgan-satchel.html">The Morgan</a> has a bit of the "doctor-bag" shape to it, which I really like. It was tempting to show it in the gorgeous dandelion versus the raspberry, plus there are two other colors!<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp5MeTZdO6gwDKSBWxR3kHWH68g_0YTUuuVq6eA9C0Pi_iOIy6s85zY4NpFrvJYkbWJvQtdPrAVHua0V-SEYncShoVy9Gwv5iNs9r5lT_2v9gInkvG6_yhBWlVIU2lJBwb43h2MsEjlT7I/s1600/Shiraleah+Morgan+satchel+Raspberry.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327226365101634" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp5MeTZdO6gwDKSBWxR3kHWH68g_0YTUuuVq6eA9C0Pi_iOIy6s85zY4NpFrvJYkbWJvQtdPrAVHua0V-SEYncShoVy9Gwv5iNs9r5lT_2v9gInkvG6_yhBWlVIU2lJBwb43h2MsEjlT7I/s320/Shiraleah+Morgan+satchel+Raspberry.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br />If I still want a patent bag in the Fall, I'm coming right back for<a href="http://www.shopinspiredliving.com/shiraleah-handbags-mariah-wide-tote-bag.html"> this Mariah design</a>. It's hard to choose between the amazing colors. The maroon and olive ones here are my favorites but there is also a stunning sapphire and a dark grey. Plus it's under $50, if you can believe that.<br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgldRJ75myBDVt9fV4OVl3ffIrJFdYd4oPc5CmQgHjBLlblnH9sTEXf4iYZlU22i0KoG3O7yiZ9813oEpXX98sd3W_i8WqTZ-Ne_BlEFWKWAq8by-YyfiZb3JmIJ_qnCW7AgJuMIYIfrjMr/s1600/Shiraleah+Mariah+wide+tote+bag+Maroon.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327221400950162" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgldRJ75myBDVt9fV4OVl3ffIrJFdYd4oPc5CmQgHjBLlblnH9sTEXf4iYZlU22i0KoG3O7yiZ9813oEpXX98sd3W_i8WqTZ-Ne_BlEFWKWAq8by-YyfiZb3JmIJ_qnCW7AgJuMIYIfrjMr/s320/Shiraleah+Mariah+wide+tote+bag+Maroon.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT60jNXpr4Fp-qefl7ephY8jM4mJ_0vvWsTYvOi1Ixw_QTKM6dljXPVMYO6yuu_Vh4_5BAtV2lTg4yjDTzgdXUII-FDVsxMjzzt6t7DJ4JkbLqfQsmj99-m-7qCw67qnSf4pTs6oYFqV7L/s1600/Shiraleah+Mariah+wide+tote+bag+Olive.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327217667539714" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT60jNXpr4Fp-qefl7ephY8jM4mJ_0vvWsTYvOi1Ixw_QTKM6dljXPVMYO6yuu_Vh4_5BAtV2lTg4yjDTzgdXUII-FDVsxMjzzt6t7DJ4JkbLqfQsmj99-m-7qCw67qnSf4pTs6oYFqV7L/s320/Shiraleah+Mariah+wide+tote+bag+Olive.jpg" /></a><br /><br />As I was searching for vegan options, I found these amazing Vegan Queen pieces. These are expensive but they are amazing. I first spotted the <a href="http://www.thegreenloop.com/Vegan_Queen_Luxury_Eco_It_Bag_p/vegan-queen-eco-it-bag.htm">Eco It Bag</a>, as bowling bag shaped piece with vintage hardware...</div><div></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLw3n3nQzmPXYH0zKIomehyphenhyphengW4O7HBEG-swLfKiidIEFC4xMQThY0B_wBqGHUp5zKdu3_jZxaQEUQDmLVzQfk1ASfnk5o2mENYwk6TYKwrk1aZW36vh6dkA_KOeMLcR1Chtcns2wI81Ig3/s1600/VEGAN-QUEEN-ECO-IT-BAG-2.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 267px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327215657018850" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLw3n3nQzmPXYH0zKIomehyphenhyphengW4O7HBEG-swLfKiidIEFC4xMQThY0B_wBqGHUp5zKdu3_jZxaQEUQDmLVzQfk1ASfnk5o2mENYwk6TYKwrk1aZW36vh6dkA_KOeMLcR1Chtcns2wI81Ig3/s320/VEGAN-QUEEN-ECO-IT-BAG-2.jpg" /></a><br /><br />But then I was stunned by the City Bag. This piece is decadent and simply gorgeous. As I said, I'm not an purse girl but this almost makes me reconsider.</div><div></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW0XNRLXFIwWjPE-h9Itowo03ELvtSkmfz_eJ_Lzipmtxc5FaEd3Td3dp-Nkq3Im0dWz0rSN4tvlyDRwbaZCqyg18S77lI8cdHNmGWABZgKJkSRtrDxdmv2eOfNmjSc3L7VGhT2klyjFL5/s1600/VEGAN-QUEEN-CITY-BAG-2.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 258px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475327204086486962" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW0XNRLXFIwWjPE-h9Itowo03ELvtSkmfz_eJ_Lzipmtxc5FaEd3Td3dp-Nkq3Im0dWz0rSN4tvlyDRwbaZCqyg18S77lI8cdHNmGWABZgKJkSRtrDxdmv2eOfNmjSc3L7VGhT2klyjFL5/s320/VEGAN-QUEEN-CITY-BAG-2.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Well, we ended on a high (priced) note but most of these are very resonable, plus vegan, plus CUTE! Have you seen any I should add to the list? Make me into a purse girl too.</div><div></div><div>; )</div><div><br /></div><div></div></div></div></div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-79168363158263452732010-04-06T18:36:00.004-04:002010-09-03T17:14:19.687-04:00In Need of a bit of WhimsyEmotionally it's been more clouds than sunshine around here. So when I was on Etsy the other day and saw this adorable and clever necklace I realalized that a bit of whimsy was just what I needed to brighten my day.<br />
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I love the unique and clever idea of making the clouds from rolled jersey and the tiny ceramic blue bird perched there.<br />
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I can't wait to pair this with a breezy dress and tees for Summer.<br />
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Check out all of the other adorable pieces in the collection - <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveandDream">LoveAndDream on Etsy</a>.Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-80586979563000315892010-03-30T13:31:00.000-04:002010-03-30T13:31:46.900-04:00Sparkle Sparkle Joy JoyIt cracks me up that as I'm watching old episodes of L.A. Ink with the hubby that almost all of the jewelry the girls wear on the show is <a href="http://www.tarinatarantino.com/">Tarina Tarantino</a>. Cute tattoo-ed girls love the sparkly goodness of her designs.<br />
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I only have one tiny tattoo myself but I've been a big fan of her <a href="http://www.tarinatarantino.com/productcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=19&idproduct=8211">crystal pave heart necklaces</a> and was actually searching them up on her store and eBay just this week. Luckily they were part of the ideeli sale and I was able to nab my two favorite colors for about half the regular price. Wooo hooo!<br />
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Sadly they won't arrive until mid-April but that will be okay because I plan on wearing these a lot!Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-29491207569527313192010-03-18T14:32:00.005-04:002010-03-18T15:13:06.076-04:00Trick the Eye - Chanel Trompe L-oeil TattoosWhile I was not (and am still not) enamored with the Chanel Spring/Summer 2010 clogs, I did fall in love with the overall aesthetic... especially the use of the temporary tattoos on the models.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixDGrwlsH-Qo3NVmXVx9AEB1-09ATMA6_MNi4cUIRkvufaXPPl0mD5-FfzsOYnRFI_y63EJyCWjxA750Hfw0PlmHsFLH4J5gZZWDr3iUvci534ih21FRUR-qGcrNzQblSqAQwLvdkYOHmF/s1600-h/00180m.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450047449933927858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixDGrwlsH-Qo3NVmXVx9AEB1-09ATMA6_MNi4cUIRkvufaXPPl0mD5-FfzsOYnRFI_y63EJyCWjxA750Hfw0PlmHsFLH4J5gZZWDr3iUvci534ih21FRUR-qGcrNzQblSqAQwLvdkYOHmF/s320/00180m.jpg" /></a><br /><br />They added an unexpected layer of frill, froth and girliness and I was a smitten kitten.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPtcjkg56jbhHm755qJDCvFgM00wUZaS4DNnIxyoHmiHFzGbO0rFUWqlygUDSt0X9q3J_Hsxd35fTg2P9DkdaAU3JbDeGcbrImzNk0WDCvABnk2mlhJlYgdNt7PpIdFROlwfjjTR5fpOPU/s1600-h/00450m.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450047442942267362" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPtcjkg56jbhHm755qJDCvFgM00wUZaS4DNnIxyoHmiHFzGbO0rFUWqlygUDSt0X9q3J_Hsxd35fTg2P9DkdaAU3JbDeGcbrImzNk0WDCvABnk2mlhJlYgdNt7PpIdFROlwfjjTR5fpOPU/s320/00450m.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhftCt_H4dj2xa2Jhe10lko7cNXm0dLoDYaFDKk8YqEQiHahVUIhgbVhxxIZIwfqcse0sMPc5ad7uLBeaczpQ3MjcaP-lLNoIMri_Q0FGl5n9viTxtmnJN-0zs8auCkOyX7UUvojSGqNe-d/s1600-h/x2_d49805.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450046587371043266" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhftCt_H4dj2xa2Jhe10lko7cNXm0dLoDYaFDKk8YqEQiHahVUIhgbVhxxIZIwfqcse0sMPc5ad7uLBeaczpQ3MjcaP-lLNoIMri_Q0FGl5n9viTxtmnJN-0zs8auCkOyX7UUvojSGqNe-d/s320/x2_d49805.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSXgMlKlevcaT7SVehSNr2i8icpFFQpu0F97axaAINU3vOhuumya2Zk2Bga4UVBnuBKECAYF0IeLQuSuBwNZmyM0Ik5XRaZ0V9i8KRwwMQb_VimW6xA3VQ3CT5joOvHRuIhZRaUOK1AzBA/s1600-h/x2_d49986.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 214px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450046579644779954" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSXgMlKlevcaT7SVehSNr2i8icpFFQpu0F97axaAINU3vOhuumya2Zk2Bga4UVBnuBKECAYF0IeLQuSuBwNZmyM0Ik5XRaZ0V9i8KRwwMQb_VimW6xA3VQ3CT5joOvHRuIhZRaUOK1AzBA/s320/x2_d49986.jpg" /></a><br /><br />So when I found out they were releasing a limited edition set... well... you know those are some of my favorite words.</div><div></div><div><br />The kit comes with 55 tattoo components so you can "build your own" look.<br /><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxmfGPZfWesCYSBWd4yf03-Ki7eKgK7gGxwU2uIALKfDuWIK6zdNDgE4UIwrUJ61HuqZ9fzg9AwLcc9btZLHmsnBvpVXXxanNVE13v-7D_EZ7ol9Fhp2-lK-xZDvjTFgfQVKq6MlpxM2Rs/s1600-h/Les+Trompe-L%27oeil+De+Chanel+Limited+Edition+Tattoos.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450046576825843970" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxmfGPZfWesCYSBWd4yf03-Ki7eKgK7gGxwU2uIALKfDuWIK6zdNDgE4UIwrUJ61HuqZ9fzg9AwLcc9btZLHmsnBvpVXXxanNVE13v-7D_EZ7ol9Fhp2-lK-xZDvjTFgfQVKq6MlpxM2Rs/s320/Les+Trompe-L%27oeil+De+Chanel+Limited+Edition+Tattoos.jpg" /></a> </div><div></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKT_U9Eb0YWNHYlfdguI062gxRUoCY8FY__ZWHo3LjYhUFQCSHnKvzQnqlz8DbqNnNSzGKpLzQvgCAsqRhq-qjV3UNeosgvmagaGszXTT8_ILmVgoI-bSUuhyOCEH6WzPjMeJK9p1SvUJS/s1600-h/Chanel+Tattoo+packaging.bmp"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450046569093961602" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKT_U9Eb0YWNHYlfdguI062gxRUoCY8FY__ZWHo3LjYhUFQCSHnKvzQnqlz8DbqNnNSzGKpLzQvgCAsqRhq-qjV3UNeosgvmagaGszXTT8_ILmVgoI-bSUuhyOCEH6WzPjMeJK9p1SvUJS/s320/Chanel+Tattoo+packaging.bmp" /></a><br /><br />To test them out I started off small with a pear bracelet and logo combination.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxWFKLQh5AS74NM0GtoloUwad3a9rocpOC6jWFYf1o-JtVjAsuCDcYIQXaUAQO9MA2PzrBK9clTnWi4JkTCoDv3TmPxCpxpKLFLfKwcz1lDTKNGZOdGkfTOlc4IjrYK4hsC3TpLqG71uAk/s1600-h/Chanel+Tattoos+on+2.bmp"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450046565001750050" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxWFKLQh5AS74NM0GtoloUwad3a9rocpOC6jWFYf1o-JtVjAsuCDcYIQXaUAQO9MA2PzrBK9clTnWi4JkTCoDv3TmPxCpxpKLFLfKwcz1lDTKNGZOdGkfTOlc4IjrYK4hsC3TpLqG71uAk/s320/Chanel+Tattoos+on+2.bmp" /></a><br /><br />The tattos were fun and easy to apply and are still going strong, which was almost a week ago. They're a great way to add a layer or wear jewelry when you don't want to wear real jewelry because it might get damaged or lost. I can't wait to mix these in with other bracelets or necklaces.</div><div></div><div><br />The set is $75 and you can order them by calling the Chanel counter at Bergdorfs - 212 872 2779 or via the <a href="http://www.chanel.com/en_US/fragrance-beauty/Makeup-Accessories-LES-TROMPE-L%27ŒIL-DE-CHANEL-89753?WT.srch=1">Chanel website</a>.</div><div></div><div><br />How would you wear them?<br /><br /></div><div></div></div></div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-18685680188277866862010-03-08T13:58:00.000-05:002010-03-08T13:58:00.263-05:00Keep Me Covered: Tights on GiltAs you probably know, I'm a huge <a href="http://shoedaydreams.blogspot.com/2010/02/fashion-forward.html">fan of tights</a>. Solid colors, patterned, lacy, you name it.<br /><br />I've been asked before where I get my tights and while I do keep an eye out all time time, I do have a few favorites. <a href="http://bubblegumplastic.blogspot.com/search/label/tights">Check them out here</a>.<br /><br />But I need to add a new resource to the list... Gilt!<br /><br />I have recently found some really cute tights on the site, marked down, and was able to snatch a few of them up before they sold out.<br /><br />I grabbed a pair of these matte black tights with grey diamonds from the Valentino & Wolford collaboration. Wolford tights are typically around $50+ but they are so well made. I have a pair I bought over 10 years ago and they are still in perfect condition.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6bGJImyQZvmi9pc1BqZyCALdDKOE5PHOq7jPGsVrl2b-Q9D4-6g3JS28037KrckRDlLNfIkerLQNEosFi4Avr8ciL_XITw_Lk34kl-hE7QvpzKNmXUnmVjhwUj20LijEsk8liavSyyBpG/s1600-h/valentino_03.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 287px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445677349657001602" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6bGJImyQZvmi9pc1BqZyCALdDKOE5PHOq7jPGsVrl2b-Q9D4-6g3JS28037KrckRDlLNfIkerLQNEosFi4Avr8ciL_XITw_Lk34kl-hE7QvpzKNmXUnmVjhwUj20LijEsk8liavSyyBpG/s320/valentino_03.jpg" /></a><br /><br />These are pretty subtle and can easily be worn at work.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUh7I17AppI46YlvttuLlUtrvU5YuzX6LNE0r8dzFUKl4TgE07S1umQg8h41mYic7tIKfsDw7J3tmxRl73K1eebxsQ8riiUJsKx06qdhRd9AuC-u0uCJA_YMPUm1mYyCy_GnUHkd_8PMR1/s1600-h/valentino_06.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 287px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445677207259920706" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUh7I17AppI46YlvttuLlUtrvU5YuzX6LNE0r8dzFUKl4TgE07S1umQg8h41mYic7tIKfsDw7J3tmxRl73K1eebxsQ8riiUJsKx06qdhRd9AuC-u0uCJA_YMPUm1mYyCy_GnUHkd_8PMR1/s320/valentino_06.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I have a real fondness for pin-striped tights and these Cynthia Rowley tights have a great taupe and blue stripe.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ3CJ3AfHXViEMn9_EnISRuOluBmMjFZHQj8er1iMtLDfYcrS9MnONTxFoQAmKqbi8WcN9WWlC_gFWwWSXf2KN_vVpfO4siaZKnhS0wdymV3Ai9CqaouSS1_AYSFpsf04FsUHDb4Ot9Xxr/s1600-h/Cynthia+Rowley+9-to-5+Pinstripe+tights+front.png"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445677203984694770" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ3CJ3AfHXViEMn9_EnISRuOluBmMjFZHQj8er1iMtLDfYcrS9MnONTxFoQAmKqbi8WcN9WWlC_gFWwWSXf2KN_vVpfO4siaZKnhS0wdymV3Ai9CqaouSS1_AYSFpsf04FsUHDb4Ot9Xxr/s320/Cynthia+Rowley+9-to-5+Pinstripe+tights+front.png" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNgVBiXfOYXmAB772FXtX-8e-2NJ7aEDknD3seRYRhW5eEvOlw-gyy0h8TojXryvMuKfQoNoaBlTZs22TMEp2zoJ5zvpTB-cCwbf-WFqVrWJIZSjwlxyqIANogcpfeHmwkC0-HZ81xJHNZ/s1600-h/Cynthia+Rowley+9-to-5+Pinstripe+tights+detail.png"><img style="WIDTH: 238px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445677195978546322" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNgVBiXfOYXmAB772FXtX-8e-2NJ7aEDknD3seRYRhW5eEvOlw-gyy0h8TojXryvMuKfQoNoaBlTZs22TMEp2zoJ5zvpTB-cCwbf-WFqVrWJIZSjwlxyqIANogcpfeHmwkC0-HZ81xJHNZ/s320/Cynthia+Rowley+9-to-5+Pinstripe+tights+detail.png" /></a><br /><br />These are also Cynthia Rowley and even cuter in person. I wore them on a client trip paired up with a basic black top and pencil skirt. The tights added a layer of interest and had a bit of sparkle as well.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtmmWa7UFgi-Ovo6vZjoyM0rJmSH8w3jgg0iZZ-KvaFjOq354WWSDlLAe37jUx1e8lxD1FGiGQ0AEz4tOH5dCiJ3l753xo8oZYQ0e3_M820GChF6c0YLOs1dOvN0GJ1EYBV_r85RhRh6Wy/s1600-h/Cynthia+Rowley+Floral+Design+Teal+tights+front.png"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445677193287934786" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtmmWa7UFgi-Ovo6vZjoyM0rJmSH8w3jgg0iZZ-KvaFjOq354WWSDlLAe37jUx1e8lxD1FGiGQ0AEz4tOH5dCiJ3l753xo8oZYQ0e3_M820GChF6c0YLOs1dOvN0GJ1EYBV_r85RhRh6Wy/s320/Cynthia+Rowley+Floral+Design+Teal+tights+front.png" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEildqyCGngkLF6-SyBfIQAd-JIIzTMnnQGSSQtnStsV4fRgvkQO2VcH8FbsDAFsmjOUK-iUJauOgdWNwdwAaY7LpHOL1vuV3BAe4xUNN5amP4_rLsl42-aA6qdcOedhHANPerntdg9iG_iY/s1600-h/Cynthia+Rowley+Floral+Design+Teal+tights+detail.png"><img style="WIDTH: 238px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445677187202182338" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEildqyCGngkLF6-SyBfIQAd-JIIzTMnnQGSSQtnStsV4fRgvkQO2VcH8FbsDAFsmjOUK-iUJauOgdWNwdwAaY7LpHOL1vuV3BAe4xUNN5amP4_rLsl42-aA6qdcOedhHANPerntdg9iG_iY/s320/Cynthia+Rowley+Floral+Design+Teal+tights+detail.png" /></a> </div><div> </div><div>Remember, you don't have to limit yourself to just muted colors, have some fun with it!<br /><br />If you don't have an account on Gilt, or the other shopping sites, click here and check out the latest deals:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gilt.com/invite/tmcooler">Invite to Gilt </a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.ruelala.com/invite/tcooler">Invite to Rue La La </a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.ideeli.com/invite/princesspoochie">Invite to Ideeli<br /></a><br /><a href="http://www.hautelook.com/invite/TCooler018">Invite to Haute Look </a><br /><br />Happy Shopping!<br /><br /></div><div></div></div></div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-13098566236984696762010-03-06T17:06:00.003-05:002010-03-06T18:46:38.039-05:00Spikes and Sparkles: nOir Stack Pyramid Rings<a href="http://bubblegumplastic.blogspot.com/search/label/spike">Spike encrusted accessories </a>seem to be my new thing. I'm trying not to go overboard, but I just can't seem to help myself.<br /><br />When I heard <a href="http://www.noirjewelry.com/">nOir jewelry </a>was on <a href="http://www.gilt.com/sale/women">Gilt</a>, I immediately downloaded the <a href="http://www.gilt.com/apps/iphone">iPhone app </a>and snatched this set of mixed metal spike rings. Luckily I was able to get a set because I know a number of other blogging ladies were excited about these too! I think we have a photo planned.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFBS96-4WgoQ8uAsXt5pGALQhx73lubgA8hArEej6sIORaxwvy8zzazP52ZsFdsj5Q85qU3tew0ttoAxiUg5myXJe3O5ZJZeeTyLlq83lrXdOllODKzOZZI5GiklBCCqXWX8CB0sNroBpo/s1600-h/Noir+Triple+Band+Spike+Ring+side.png"><img style="WIDTH: 241px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445646499743056562" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFBS96-4WgoQ8uAsXt5pGALQhx73lubgA8hArEej6sIORaxwvy8zzazP52ZsFdsj5Q85qU3tew0ttoAxiUg5myXJe3O5ZJZeeTyLlq83lrXdOllODKzOZZI5GiklBCCqXWX8CB0sNroBpo/s320/Noir+Triple+Band+Spike+Ring+side.png" /></a><br /><br />The mixed metal set is glamorous and shiny and sparkly in person. I had bought a size 7 set to wear on my middle finger but I found them to run pretty small. I wasn't the only person to find that to be true. I would say mine fit a size 5.5 or 6 rather than a typical 7.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibiH05TO07IKuh6ujH5ipJAX9oUFqp_6BHTggzVNQrmHoE9JUrZP62s6S087JyxxcD94a0LHfA5-BWjapLMGQG8jrVk4toyP_b7tR7tYR-DZuBNqd60uTZfRc__b4YEzNxroO9kuW1zTnw/s1600-h/Noir+Triple+Band+Spike+Ring+side+detail.png"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445646489775573554" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibiH05TO07IKuh6ujH5ipJAX9oUFqp_6BHTggzVNQrmHoE9JUrZP62s6S087JyxxcD94a0LHfA5-BWjapLMGQG8jrVk4toyP_b7tR7tYR-DZuBNqd60uTZfRc__b4YEzNxroO9kuW1zTnw/s320/Noir+Triple+Band+Spike+Ring+side+detail.png" /></a><br /><br />Because they ran small I was wearing them on my ring finger and I have to say, these would make a kick-ass wedding set. When I stack them I've been wearing the wide silver band topped with the gold band then the rhinestone band. <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCEH1dXD8Sn1qJU-VfWGOR-iRW3DvEqXX08Y-dI8Il8lguqCSuyGi9GMuIxzHWoAv8W-yF6S17SuOxys_LRxgLfawqNBjO-En1T1Tk-vZ2qNCFJ3BSnaggZD45ra_0juVFDjJSZaAiuDYy/s1600-h/Noir+Triple+Band+Spike+Ring+top.png"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445646481607254562" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCEH1dXD8Sn1qJU-VfWGOR-iRW3DvEqXX08Y-dI8Il8lguqCSuyGi9GMuIxzHWoAv8W-yF6S17SuOxys_LRxgLfawqNBjO-En1T1Tk-vZ2qNCFJ3BSnaggZD45ra_0juVFDjJSZaAiuDYy/s320/Noir+Triple+Band+Spike+Ring+top.png" /></a><br /><br />Not that these are a very expensive set. Their regular price is <a href="http://www.noirjewelry.com/Rings/StackPyramids/111">only $60</a>. <br /><br />nOir has a ton of other necklaces, bracelets and rings ranging from more studs to crystal encrusted animals. I love the quality of my rings so I'm definitely going to keep my eye out for them on Gilt again.<br /><br />If you don't have an account on Gilt, or the other shopping sites, click here and check out the latest deals:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gilt.com/invite/tmcooler">Invite to Gilt</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.ruelala.com/invite/tcooler">Invite to Rue La La</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.ideeli.com/invite/princesspoochie">Invite to Ideeli</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.hautelook.com/invite/TCooler018">Invite to Haute Look</a><br /><br />Happy Shopping!Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-13729308245298660192010-02-20T15:37:00.003-05:002010-02-20T15:57:09.559-05:00Joomi Lim Jewelry - Love HurtsDon't you just love when you stumble upon something and then, unexpectedly, fall in love?<br /><br />After the <a href="http://shoedaydreams.blogspot.com/2010/02/fashion-week-blogger-meet-up.html">Blogger Meet-up </a>during Fashion Week, I made a point to head over to my favorite <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bergdorfs</span>. Even if I don't get something I like to have a quick browse around the shoe salon, take in the windows and just soak in the shopping atmosphere I don't get at home.<br /><br />While I was taking the escalators from floor to floor, I noticed this lovely lady standing next to her gorgeous jewelry on display.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzSPyHUI3Gs0cns-UVnC28ZPhYzKWctmU8EcDC5YtYYQPAWEEN_OUpL2W3gIgd5BwR9LAUYd9-SY34jTtpBwnGm0uV0N7OpnkTBzkGDLYvE1ilnJ3hyphenhyphenWzpJye_ohoz4iZjNJyLSJpi2o0O/s1600-h/Joomi+Lim+jewelry+at+Bergdorfs.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440428118682463058" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzSPyHUI3Gs0cns-UVnC28ZPhYzKWctmU8EcDC5YtYYQPAWEEN_OUpL2W3gIgd5BwR9LAUYd9-SY34jTtpBwnGm0uV0N7OpnkTBzkGDLYvE1ilnJ3hyphenhyphenWzpJye_ohoz4iZjNJyLSJpi2o0O/s320/Joomi+Lim+jewelry+at+Bergdorfs.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.joomilim.com/Joomi_Lim/joomi_lim.html"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Joomi</span> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Lim</span></a> was at <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bergdorfs</span> doing a small trunk show of her "Love Hurts" series and we were able to chat for a bit. I tried on a number of her pieces which were very layered and textured, featuring pearls, spikes and mixed metals.<br /><br />I was totally drawn to the spiked necklaces and debated about the long version or <a href="http://www.joomilim.bigcartel.com/product/chain-choker-w-double-row-spikes">the choker</a>.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh12yRaF4_P1sWyJKAbOjZ1vugopt0hQmLt4szvQ2FwW-srexeyAgLSNnvCEAwo2FIA3qm9eMFjPTUP6U5xoIjc37A1o-Yk57h92oF8bGBQ6u2LeZE_UR2IHvC0jBnIyin-W2TG1OkvzcO1/s1600-h/Choker.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440428114729620098" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh12yRaF4_P1sWyJKAbOjZ1vugopt0hQmLt4szvQ2FwW-srexeyAgLSNnvCEAwo2FIA3qm9eMFjPTUP6U5xoIjc37A1o-Yk57h92oF8bGBQ6u2LeZE_UR2IHvC0jBnIyin-W2TG1OkvzcO1/s320/Choker.jpg" /></a><br /><br />In the end I went with the long necklace version because not only is it a great length to wear alone or combined with other pieces, it triple wraps perfectly as a bracelet <em>(Thanks for the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">suggestion</span>, <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Joomi</span>!)</em>.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyAmVbrPEf0JPtsvX8xKBR_9amdH6Tp5TsYLJO92aDXescwqTlYbB2hSgTOCYvo64u_5qVW9UbksemiajeoWNd2h8AjvZsxrPAM1nZY6JysymI5lrBWAHoiaeV8aAOgxDTevl9IbhLj9b8/s1600-h/Joomi+Lim+necklace.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 214px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5440428110542347330" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyAmVbrPEf0JPtsvX8xKBR_9amdH6Tp5TsYLJO92aDXescwqTlYbB2hSgTOCYvo64u_5qVW9UbksemiajeoWNd2h8AjvZsxrPAM1nZY6JysymI5lrBWAHoiaeV8aAOgxDTevl9IbhLj9b8/s320/Joomi+Lim+necklace.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I've worn it at least 5 times already since I bought it and just love it. It has a great weight, is very comfortable and a fun addition to toughen up a sweet dress or work outfit. I mix metals a lot so I really liked the two tone version.<br /><br /><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Joomi</span> has an <a href="http://www.joomilim.bigcartel.com/">online store</a>, in addition to being showcased at <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bergdorfs</span>, and <a href="http://joomilim.tumblr.com/">a tumbler</a>, so make sure to follow her to keep up with her latest happenings, events and new pieces.Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-84071818867618762572010-01-28T12:47:00.003-05:002010-01-28T12:51:33.029-05:00Etsy Love - The Devil's HaircutI love so much of talented art on Etsy. I've bought a number of drawings but this piece caught my eye today<br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39264691">The Devil's Haircut by Vanessa Boynton</a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSdqwLmySJeITff4vUjF9v840Kh2htYJdenopLOrGVK_Ep6K-x0gahTa8gTiF1uCSRDBqBkajZQlM7ef_OGJG_gmHnOQD_Df4G7cL-ydz-VqMQgYm9RK4hSjQC1QTBqNV_BabrU3tXMm-n/s1600-h/Devils+Haircut+by+Vanessa+Boynton+Etsy.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 230px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431848819856021346" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSdqwLmySJeITff4vUjF9v840Kh2htYJdenopLOrGVK_Ep6K-x0gahTa8gTiF1uCSRDBqBkajZQlM7ef_OGJG_gmHnOQD_Df4G7cL-ydz-VqMQgYm9RK4hSjQC1QTBqNV_BabrU3tXMm-n/s320/Devils+Haircut+by+Vanessa+Boynton+Etsy.jpg" /></a><br /><br />This would be great for my office especially. I love the dress combined with the wicked flames.<br /><br />My title at work is Inferno. We all have fire-related names due to our company's name.<br /><br />Inferno, but definition, means:<br /><br /><em>hell; the infernal regions<br /><br />1. A place or condition suggestive of hell, especially with respect to human suffering or death: the inferno of battle.<br /><br />2. A place of fiery heat or destruction.</em><br /><br />Appropriate, no?Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-62059970957392695512009-12-17T10:38:00.003-05:002009-12-17T10:58:09.340-05:00Digging on the GagaI'm late to join the appreciating crowd but I am happy to finally be a part of the Lady Gaga fan club. As her popularity grows, I'm excited to see designers of all levels embracing the risk taking element that, to me, is her greatest appeal.<br /><br />This is something I'm in the process of writing about over on <a href="http://www.shoedaydreams.com/">Shoe Daydreams</a>. I'm sick to death of designers and companies dumbing down their designs to try and get them to sell in the mass market. In this day and with these economic times, I don't want to spend my money on boring and safe. I want it to be worth my hard earned dollars.<br /><br />So I was excited to see the Lady Gaga curated pieces in the <a href="http://shop.notjustalabel.com/hosts_pick">Not Just a Label shop</a>.<br /><br />I had to pick up the last one of these awesome spike crown headbands by Savannah Wyatt...<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMbr2JxHRAHZMyq9rvPqg_kEihpLovHZNSA9IvVPHMIPJwd0d5SlLmJJr5uvhCg8q-F7u2ZipeQbA0d7cFioSg0b4whEueUy2ioP6Riwi-LNKzrT4spJurkS2smPAv6pjT0O2NoYiJONE0/s1600-h/Savannah+Spiked+Crown.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 269px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416230506203154882" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMbr2JxHRAHZMyq9rvPqg_kEihpLovHZNSA9IvVPHMIPJwd0d5SlLmJJr5uvhCg8q-F7u2ZipeQbA0d7cFioSg0b4whEueUy2ioP6Riwi-LNKzrT4spJurkS2smPAv6pjT0O2NoYiJONE0/s320/Savannah+Spiked+Crown.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Per the designer:<br /><br />This piece is from my very first line of headpieces inspired by various things such as flappers, warriors and Jesus' crown of thorns. The pieces are individually handmade and include elastic, fringe, leather, metal and copper detailing.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilBhRN-XVHLIRKFYFJ1FVtessdZ60iClbrtTAsbHVQOHclpTF8dCElmedVqwcjkhnjISlXDg6pv5Mwpbgz3ekj9V7U1ZBMNwwJTRo0r0PmbTNDnEW2HShsXLkmhOm-PYVTcOhdRLcJROZD/s1600-h/SAVANNAH+WYATT+Spiked+Crown+Side+Lady+Gaga+Not+Just+a+Label.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 280px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416230302087633794" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilBhRN-XVHLIRKFYFJ1FVtessdZ60iClbrtTAsbHVQOHclpTF8dCElmedVqwcjkhnjISlXDg6pv5Mwpbgz3ekj9V7U1ZBMNwwJTRo0r0PmbTNDnEW2HShsXLkmhOm-PYVTcOhdRLcJROZD/s320/SAVANNAH+WYATT+Spiked+Crown+Side+Lady+Gaga+Not+Just+a+Label.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I love the philosophy of the shop itself too:<br /><br />“Fashion finds its freedom in the art of individuals; NOT JUST A LABEL is a place for those who find their way off the beaten track, allowing them to express themselves in a community where everything goes...break the mould, redefine the expected, re-colour the palette, inspire and be inspired.”<br /><br />NOT JUST A LABEL is the leading global business directory for showcasing avant-garde fashion designers of today, nurturing the upcoming talents of tomorrow. It provides an outlet for talent to blossom; a place where visionaries meet collaborators dedicated to the creative spirit of fashion. The platform targets graduates and avant-garde fashion designers, providing a stage where collections are showcased online. Numerous designers have already been discovered by international press and recruited by renowned retailers and prestigious fashion houses via the NJAL website.<br /><br />Through an unlimited global showroom, matching demand and supply with individuality, creativity, diversity and talent, NOT JUST A LABEL provides a free tool that can be used by designers to present themselves along with their collections. This is a unique way for industry participants and fashionistas alike to access the ideas of tomorrow’s designers.<br /><br />A global showroom where trend scouts, tastemakers, stylists and retailers can source talent and ideas globally. NOT JUST A LABEL aims to be the source and the epicentre for the creative part of the industry. We see ourselves as oiling the cogs in the wheels of the fashion business.<br /><br />As a unique network of like-minded individuals with a profound sense of trendsetting, NOT JUST A LABEL offers a rare opportunity to reach and interact with a global community of opinion makers. We offer a wide range of cooperation opportunities for companies, schools and media, both on our site and at related fashion events.<br /><br />If you would like more information about NOT JUST A LABEL please contact us. Be part of it…be a black sheep yourself<br /><br />Since I bought the last spiked headband, you can't get it but there are other pieces. I wish I could have bought these too. Like the aluminum eyepatch from "Paparazzi"...<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA0N4LLn7Bm7TXNHUc2rDZQiQ_qbVKId42ZLr5LgxrvL07SpUDYXxGfvvMciOyJ_oStn42lKzFNEW7LKo-hkJEi3_C6RRdffmCKUqnrOZuEy9vfpBix96Rdyq_EZhaEoLL-atoJ9KO_t_l/s1600-h/Pap1.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416230299180587282" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA0N4LLn7Bm7TXNHUc2rDZQiQ_qbVKId42ZLr5LgxrvL07SpUDYXxGfvvMciOyJ_oStn42lKzFNEW7LKo-hkJEi3_C6RRdffmCKUqnrOZuEy9vfpBix96Rdyq_EZhaEoLL-atoJ9KO_t_l/s320/Pap1.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD0X4Il1RxMQXTjeiQTYb3FjAC0B_mXH-xWmynUsprVSbu6k-GLPlzJrk-I8MvE41EuzrWABkT5oWOtN_ow8W9Sx6VNLWcDj7qUblJJ1WpEni0vLPCa3vgV-c-sqbKdx4Tp1qEniTOIwSF/s1600-h/AND_i_patch.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416230298412136898" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD0X4Il1RxMQXTjeiQTYb3FjAC0B_mXH-xWmynUsprVSbu6k-GLPlzJrk-I8MvE41EuzrWABkT5oWOtN_ow8W9Sx6VNLWcDj7qUblJJ1WpEni0vLPCa3vgV-c-sqbKdx4Tp1qEniTOIwSF/s320/AND_i_patch.jpg" /></a><br />And I love this swarovski-encrusted wrist guard from her Maxim shoot.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq-YLl9VB5kuB1qiX2t7FKLm31wbeZaODzgIVOZNFkepsMMG7ImeKAnPBLUN0eHXDSzPuu35v_A2SFtZBOLnZDAgz5b5wLKC3GSmDmyUlwjC5CXBAbE9PBbprbR9CZ2OjKCjDaakb2-Osx/s1600-h/Lady_Gaga_for_NJAL_Designer_AND_I_2.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 226px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416230295032683426" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq-YLl9VB5kuB1qiX2t7FKLm31wbeZaODzgIVOZNFkepsMMG7ImeKAnPBLUN0eHXDSzPuu35v_A2SFtZBOLnZDAgz5b5wLKC3GSmDmyUlwjC5CXBAbE9PBbprbR9CZ2OjKCjDaakb2-Osx/s320/Lady_Gaga_for_NJAL_Designer_AND_I_2.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1tEi2VeY9TsEejjIfzSGn7TE0V0JFrX1lt0x-q-IhJ0NdKSf-4UcvdNA4r-H-ULGObh4MWCN75OFrIv3J0ovQugBnaCbI4WrZM-sF8DstnUXJN7QD_Lv2YzQDC-PiYOD_Ds1m_l2MyDVW/s1600-h/shin-guard_lady-gagaRZ.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 191px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5416230287463826466" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1tEi2VeY9TsEejjIfzSGn7TE0V0JFrX1lt0x-q-IhJ0NdKSf-4UcvdNA4r-H-ULGObh4MWCN75OFrIv3J0ovQugBnaCbI4WrZM-sF8DstnUXJN7QD_Lv2YzQDC-PiYOD_Ds1m_l2MyDVW/s320/shin-guard_lady-gagaRZ.jpg" /></a><br /><br />These, as I mentioned, were from the Lady Gaga group but they have a lot of other amazing clothes and accessories in the shop. I know where I will be keeping my eye out for new talent and unique pieces.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-62092497904504633972009-11-02T21:54:00.004-05:002009-11-02T22:05:24.219-05:00Sparkle Like Tom BinnsI am a big fan of colorful and sparkly and pine away for a Tom <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Binns</span> flower cuff. But, well, they are a bit out of the range I want to spend, no matter how sparkly they are.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1MQexcqbKLlzTPM4kVvf2AdsK643MhLydSvBkKjeen-lNwcqmGiu-aBjpfOubdXDUOSCLJJ5YrJI0YDNPFbwnQckzY1s6S5GouTsAARiP11dEVv3uDLbfHvwq_Nb3FsdHVMc6pCJjub_b/s1600-h/tom_binns_cuffs_BmTfd_7881.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 163px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399705806188062786" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1MQexcqbKLlzTPM4kVvf2AdsK643MhLydSvBkKjeen-lNwcqmGiu-aBjpfOubdXDUOSCLJJ5YrJI0YDNPFbwnQckzY1s6S5GouTsAARiP11dEVv3uDLbfHvwq_Nb3FsdHVMc6pCJjub_b/s320/tom_binns_cuffs_BmTfd_7881.jpg" /></a><br /><br />So when I walked into <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Anthropologie</span> over the weekend and I saw these giant multi-colored cuffs beckoning me from the jewelry table, I knew I had to have them.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtIUikvufoNPgoIfbaacxHR3pvRmmygTMsX2W53jyrPn7bWmQG_SVak3_JeeOEeBYbxdUeTngNnNKQB94bE0di1e7aQufObpp8MSsPpnO7Tlxav6YcDIAkccTGuKXUTl4Exzc530PvTRv_/s1600-h/Earths+Caverns+Athropologie+Bracelet.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399705803974255538" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtIUikvufoNPgoIfbaacxHR3pvRmmygTMsX2W53jyrPn7bWmQG_SVak3_JeeOEeBYbxdUeTngNnNKQB94bE0di1e7aQufObpp8MSsPpnO7Tlxav6YcDIAkccTGuKXUTl4Exzc530PvTRv_/s320/Earths+Caverns+Athropologie+Bracelet.jpg" /></a><br /><br />These are big, about 2.5" wide.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR4mqmRK3_92rbUvoxkxJi6ZcEhcLw1pS31fxmbIGAJwhh4UC5tiqnOuqCqJv3kAXGrmSBVeShYCCvIyIF21Erc_4WY-HcOjGk4MomCbMw2HVeHka31cK6oga7JpBsilg68X3rFO2g3SX5/s1600-h/Earths+Caverns+Athropologie+Bracelet+side.png"><img style="WIDTH: 213px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399705799769666482" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR4mqmRK3_92rbUvoxkxJi6ZcEhcLw1pS31fxmbIGAJwhh4UC5tiqnOuqCqJv3kAXGrmSBVeShYCCvIyIF21Erc_4WY-HcOjGk4MomCbMw2HVeHka31cK6oga7JpBsilg68X3rFO2g3SX5/s320/Earths+Caverns+Athropologie+Bracelet+side.png" /></a><br /><br />They come in <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?subCategoryId=JEWELRY-BRACELETS-BRIGHTS&id=944100&catId=JEWELRY-BRACELETS&pushId=JEWELRY-BRACELETS&popId=JEWELRYACCESSORIES&sortProperties=&navCount=25&navAction=top&fromCategoryPage=true&selectedProductSize=&selectedProductSize1=&color=000&colorName=ASSORTED&isSubcategory=true&isProduct=true&isBigImage=&templateType=">two other colors </a>but they are more tonal. I prefer these with all the different stones. I got two and plan on wearing them with an equally bright top to cap off each sleeve. Of course they would also be great with a party dress but I like to wear my sparkle every day.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?subCategoryId=JEWELRY-BRACELETS-BRIGHTS&id=944100&catId=JEWELRY-BRACELETS&pushId=JEWELRY-BRACELETS&popId=JEWELRYACCESSORIES&sortProperties=&navCount=25&navAction=top&fromCategoryPage=true&selectedProductSize=&selectedProductSize1=&color=000&colorName=ASSORTED&isSubcategory=true&isProduct=true&isBigImage=&templateType="><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Anthropologie</span> Earth's Caverns Bracelet $58</a>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-87806131460815361312009-10-21T15:07:00.003-04:002009-10-21T15:18:41.415-04:00Breaking News?Wow. Net-a-Porter is really on the cutting edge of trends, huh?<br /><br />Their copy for this <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/60749?cm_mmc=Email-_-WhatsNew184TNG211009-_-WhatsNewAmWed-_-WhatsNewAmWed#">Alburtus Swanepoel Wimbledon straw bo</a>ater is:<br /><br />After last season's panama comes the new hat du jour, the boater. Albertus Swanepoel's classic shape is the perfect accessory for vacation sightseeing and lounging poolside.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimwrtYodqOSUP_uJdkQ0zG8uT88Tbn8Dh9kH819tzUNFIeR_wJZ9mO3QFWQyJsFhB73hwyydvHEiWiP6SdIfyYgeeaXBbmZ1q0ce6lhXnUILLvliCxPSj2wswUNIY7R4zHz1U7bfB2h8el/s1600-h/Albertus+Swanepoel.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395132695663493202" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimwrtYodqOSUP_uJdkQ0zG8uT88Tbn8Dh9kH819tzUNFIeR_wJZ9mO3QFWQyJsFhB73hwyydvHEiWiP6SdIfyYgeeaXBbmZ1q0ce6lhXnUILLvliCxPSj2wswUNIY7R4zHz1U7bfB2h8el/s320/Albertus+Swanepoel.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Not only were we talking about <a href="http://bubblegumplastic.blogspot.com/2009/03/tempting-toppers.html">boaters back in March </a>but they were 3% the cost! And in my opinion, way cuter!!!<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivpqQjYu8ZQwPISUiTGwE1SCglSpzytFs7PagFkzEihEtZH09p9x6kDxTWda0wRRU20APWn7ymNm67IvfOf1qryXAlbJKtc4Fcn5aLdX_8gJOXvwsjwS-nfU7Ie9gBFF29vVSzdAqU7fSm/s1600-h/Boater+V%26A+by+Snoxells+of+Luton+Stephen+Jones+for+Hats.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 291px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395132693287116706" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivpqQjYu8ZQwPISUiTGwE1SCglSpzytFs7PagFkzEihEtZH09p9x6kDxTWda0wRRU20APWn7ymNm67IvfOf1qryXAlbJKtc4Fcn5aLdX_8gJOXvwsjwS-nfU7Ie9gBFF29vVSzdAqU7fSm/s320/Boater+V%26A+by+Snoxells+of+Luton+Stephen+Jones+for+Hats.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Mine has a green and navy ribbon.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9J_o8H1HpyYppLGTm1GgDPB2v4B-EmhTAk4MY73bChJ3rTgi8mTDaLdo-YWd90GPlqAFWKGQ9iqw2NR7x9DIr6MYdrWhDAJrsnlR0fWUOa1z558ti-sXJBPxzwpET2vOlChP5F4xnrzCD/s1600-h/Boater+on+2.bmp"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395132533622612994" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9J_o8H1HpyYppLGTm1GgDPB2v4B-EmhTAk4MY73bChJ3rTgi8mTDaLdo-YWd90GPlqAFWKGQ9iqw2NR7x9DIr6MYdrWhDAJrsnlR0fWUOa1z558ti-sXJBPxzwpET2vOlChP5F4xnrzCD/s320/Boater+on+2.bmp" /></a><br /><br />And while I love my Stephen Jones boater because of its traditional look, I'm quite fond of the mini-boater I made.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOa7vOe_RdZ1ONqVYnVuvViI-KHHMaamf8PI7xw5de29JRQaAI_55EINilNxqPycHt80NI5_AVc65rS___6NPiGx9nsuH-N5vzZtvnkCLhL5tyBiRRUZVM9jny_bXxUZ_YUIFGxlmloz4-/s1600-h/Poochie+8-8-09.bmp"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5395132529498962882" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOa7vOe_RdZ1ONqVYnVuvViI-KHHMaamf8PI7xw5de29JRQaAI_55EINilNxqPycHt80NI5_AVc65rS___6NPiGx9nsuH-N5vzZtvnkCLhL5tyBiRRUZVM9jny_bXxUZ_YUIFGxlmloz4-/s320/Poochie+8-8-09.bmp" /></a><br /><br />If you like, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5160519">I'll make you one too </a>and we can be leaders of the fashion pack together.<br /><br /><div></div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-34603287456043533642009-10-20T23:21:00.006-04:002010-12-25T20:24:39.417-05:00Acme Made Laptop - KateI have been on the lookout for a good laptop bag for a while now. I've already broken the straps on two because I have a tendency to carry way too much stuff and carry it around all the time.<br />
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I have a lot of criteria too and because of this I actually resorted to, after breaking the straps on one bag, tying the straps together just so I could keep using it.<br />
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This is not classy or professional.<br />
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I don't think what I want is really that outrageous but apparently laptop bag companies do not agree.<br />
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Here is what I was looking for:<br />
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- Able to hold my 15" laptop<br />
- Room to hold all the cords, portable disc drive and files I bring home with me every night<br />
- Sturdy straps that are long enough to swing over my <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">shoulder</span> and wide enough so that I don't cut off circulation in my arm in the process<br />
- Be cute<br />
- Not be too expensive (ideally $100 or way under)<br />
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I have had cloth bags and vinyl, so the material was less of an issue to me than the style but I did want to avoid leather.<br />
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I was reading <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">VegNews</span> a few months back and saw this really cute bag highlighted but at the time I wasn't sure of the material or the size (and my current bag and not fallen completely into shreds yet) so I waited. But I was at <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">BlogWorld</span> this past week and saw a girls carrying the exact bag I was looking at, the <a href="http://www.acmemade.com/product/The-Kate,25,2.htm">Acme Made Kate style</a>. She very graciously let me check it out and I decided then and there to order one from the site.<br />
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Even better, when I went to place the order, the bag was 35% off! Just use code <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">AMSIG</span>9 at checkout.<br />
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This bag meets all of my criteria above, is made of a great <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">faux</span> animal leather material so it seems very durable and it's super cute!<br />
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The inside is roomy with a cushioned laptop sleeve and lots of pouches for pens and space for papers and files. The two zippered outside pockets are perfect for stowing those things you need to grab fast like cellphones, business cards and pens.<br />
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It even comes with this cute matching pouch to tuck in side (or use as a clutch).<br />
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<div>I just got this tonight but I'm already excited to take it to work tomorrow. It fits on my shoulder great and I was able to comfortably fit in all the crap I carry around. I ordered the white with orange stitching but it also comes in the black with purple.<br />
</div><div></div><div></div><div>This is the most perfect case I've seen in a long while but check out <a href="http://www.acmemade.com/">their other styles too</a>. If they are made as well as this one, you will be in good shape.</div><div></div><div></div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-37812583562129292352009-09-30T10:28:00.006-04:002009-09-30T10:53:34.444-04:00Let the Wild Rumpus StartSometimes you just have to go where your heart leads you.<br /><br />Now I was never a huge fan of "<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Where-Wild-Things-Maurice-Sendak/dp/0060254920/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1254321666&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Where the Wild Things Are</a>" as a child. I was never a "wild rumpus" kind of kid and I actually liked going to my room.<br /><br /><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 206px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387268023031770210" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdNmRIfLEo6yMXITsEIG0VRDk98q1cjFqZ_saSb_Tlijb0MFWuT6bifwfDDIDvMzNAtsyozhOdGXyTgevNXL0YVsnQ4ahwlaaouQogwehDkwurLDGtQCeqmx8hSbFaDmeIc22mbl3bnzYm/s320/sendak-3-650.jpg" /><br /><br />So while I may not be <a href="http://wherethewildthingsare.warnerbros.com/" target="_blank">anticipating the movie </a>as much as many other people are, I did get a but rumpus-y about the <a href="https://www.openingceremony.us/products.asp?menuid=5&subcatid=0&designerid=246&cn=menu5&view=all" target="_blank">WTWTA collaboration with Opening Ceremony</a>. I think the <a href="https://www.openingceremony.us/products.asp?menuid=5&designerid=246&productid=10483&cn=menu5" target="_blank">fur suits </a>are a bit to far into the "furry" realm but I love the coats and shawls and I totally fell for this <a href="https://www.openingceremony.us/products.asp?menuid=5&designerid=246&productid=10487&cn=menu5" target="_blank">full skirt</a>.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr4Lou3nf_-h3jtL4Ocq1PelQmP3l4VOWhrUt273Xm7WqkTrg52t9BF9Q0kRWJt88scGHFf2eeh9YG5F0AsX-7z-qSMX7wFkwKG2JZ5gdTsKLfcJicBb2bkAi_RqveiDHgTblfX9iCvWcm/s1600-h/WTWTA+Full+Skirt+with+Monster.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387267495175401426" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr4Lou3nf_-h3jtL4Ocq1PelQmP3l4VOWhrUt273Xm7WqkTrg52t9BF9Q0kRWJt88scGHFf2eeh9YG5F0AsX-7z-qSMX7wFkwKG2JZ5gdTsKLfcJicBb2bkAi_RqveiDHgTblfX9iCvWcm/s320/WTWTA+Full+Skirt+with+Monster.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Who wouldn't want to wear a bit of crazy fuzziness every now and again.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV1kpjyWiigOZLwtOdBt2ftdrT6SDE3hC-VyaeXQvra-oEx06uIGpdEyW-0xXmdVc6psMTbhP5OFFQ-ktWJGGNsTGvWLCVVOpBIE80HQ_0YV20vf_OH6roXOSdV9qh0gjVSzV83E8o48Jl/s1600-h/WTWTA+Full+Skirt+front.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387267490986253842" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV1kpjyWiigOZLwtOdBt2ftdrT6SDE3hC-VyaeXQvra-oEx06uIGpdEyW-0xXmdVc6psMTbhP5OFFQ-ktWJGGNsTGvWLCVVOpBIE80HQ_0YV20vf_OH6roXOSdV9qh0gjVSzV83E8o48Jl/s320/WTWTA+Full+Skirt+front.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I plan on wearing this with dark brown tights for winter but how cute is this with the strappy sandals for warmer months?<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgALejyT_44SATPq4UDtcZ4gstPy-4PriiaZBFaeoQ3QKHC-RnMFJxLCsCL-lDOryJD-m8VsrshEoeFUOXVIdKRo_ey0joBkp1QZOgfsgKQ8XEESjnnCjhi9JU4Dg63YK07RysGuV0wKrFP/s1600-h/WTWTA+Full+Skirt+back.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387267477789382402" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgALejyT_44SATPq4UDtcZ4gstPy-4PriiaZBFaeoQ3QKHC-RnMFJxLCsCL-lDOryJD-m8VsrshEoeFUOXVIdKRo_ey0joBkp1QZOgfsgKQ8XEESjnnCjhi9JU4Dg63YK07RysGuV0wKrFP/s320/WTWTA+Full+Skirt+back.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKTCM6MI55EEjKYqjveqKTEam8PNY-8Aea8tL_qB_0kFFgrQQV8rJAlpth-yVIxXygTL0PrLH6u6Tr3dhkXVXLXiy70UscPkdR4wJHZHY9kcX40aMaPTRB6R5ybWn-8_xTq5qMtzye5rKM/s1600-h/WTWTA+Full+Skirt+close.jpg" target="_blank"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387267475334932402" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKTCM6MI55EEjKYqjveqKTEam8PNY-8Aea8tL_qB_0kFFgrQQV8rJAlpth-yVIxXygTL0PrLH6u6Tr3dhkXVXLXiy70UscPkdR4wJHZHY9kcX40aMaPTRB6R5ybWn-8_xTq5qMtzye5rKM/s320/WTWTA+Full+Skirt+close.jpg" /></a> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div></div><div>Maybe there's a bit of Max's wolfishness in me after all.<br /><br /></div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-14297017169174137962009-07-31T18:18:00.002-04:002009-07-31T18:20:26.452-04:00Ironic IconicNew (ironic) art I want.<br /><br />I am worthy but still fun.... ; )<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaCoOh3001Evnu3ZT5BlqbHKrTaXyhZqNrRvRpVRhQqCDFn-q9u1I6bZn8UDyaO8SF7grbvrpGd18F1aFvr-LPPrZoVgpazaDwqp4VVgYWG3QzB9WreTkUcvhHLMgWg-Q5R_pXDeD6qScr/s1600-h/4_iamnotworthy.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5364752226464532882" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaCoOh3001Evnu3ZT5BlqbHKrTaXyhZqNrRvRpVRhQqCDFn-q9u1I6bZn8UDyaO8SF7grbvrpGd18F1aFvr-LPPrZoVgpazaDwqp4VVgYWG3QzB9WreTkUcvhHLMgWg-Q5R_pXDeD6qScr/s320/4_iamnotworthy.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Via Raphaël at<a href="http://mydeadpony.com/personal/mirror-2/"> My Dead Pony</a>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-58841219976895562552009-07-29T12:04:00.002-04:002009-07-29T12:05:14.685-04:00I believe in Pink<div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiALnkN0TDZJem7wtQmwQTW1TOhdMIsQcI1gdkW_Cvn2UUsAsVk7woj4mNJhiCZbqNixrYVarbfzGs-keC2QAS6JUEzRa2wzdEjyJgD2Ed0otivm3dHKvId-SV5P1R3YZjp0HODwwdSMZUF/s1600-h/o9zpxWTKFqher2daSJrABaFto1_400.png"><img style="WIDTH: 242px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363913704331836946" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiALnkN0TDZJem7wtQmwQTW1TOhdMIsQcI1gdkW_Cvn2UUsAsVk7woj4mNJhiCZbqNixrYVarbfzGs-keC2QAS6JUEzRa2wzdEjyJgD2Ed0otivm3dHKvId-SV5P1R3YZjp0HODwwdSMZUF/s320/o9zpxWTKFqher2daSJrABaFto1_400.png" /></a> </div><div align="center"> </div><div align="center">Ditto!</div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-53182330950510939232009-07-21T16:52:00.004-04:002009-07-21T23:00:27.243-04:00Blurring the Lines<div align="left">I like art. I'm especially fond of prints and photography and have bought quite a few from Etsy, art shows and when traveling.<br /><br />In addition to supporting artists on Etsy, I am really fond of <a href="http://www.20x200.com/our-story/">20x200</a>. They always have an interesting artist pick or feature. Plus you can't beat the price!<br /><br />And really, while I don't have much room left at home or at work and I have things I already need to get framed, I'm still drawn to these pieces. So much so that I just bought them.<br /><br /></div><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQxsdWGJO7rqhIFLfwZNs5eJcfW5tC_6WkN9QGyEu4MhazZAGDsNF9YpEyLntt2S4KWcUEAl2dOXzQe2IEQFJ0xwODD2HC2izF0jWvvUGGg8td7FzimniXfrjB8-KqsW1Fhx0i4ycDyA3z/s1600-h/Lauren+DiCioccio+Vogue+July+07+pg+145.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 220px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361019240373924258" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQxsdWGJO7rqhIFLfwZNs5eJcfW5tC_6WkN9QGyEu4MhazZAGDsNF9YpEyLntt2S4KWcUEAl2dOXzQe2IEQFJ0xwODD2HC2izF0jWvvUGGg8td7FzimniXfrjB8-KqsW1Fhx0i4ycDyA3z/s320/Lauren+DiCioccio+Vogue+July+07+pg+145.jpg" /></a><em><span style="font-size:85%;"></span></em></p><p align="center"><em><span style="font-size:85%;"><a href="http://www.20x200.com/art/2009/04/vogue-jul07pg145-ripeness-is-all.html">Vogue July 07: page 145 (Ripeness is All)</a></span></em></p><p align="left"><br />These two prints by Laura DiCioccio are created using an interesting tecnique -<br /><br /><em>I make sculptures and paintings about my anticipatory nostalgia for obsolescing paper media objects. The softness of a read newspaper page and the glossy slickness of a fresh magazine page are sensations embedded in our physical memory — the familiarity of touching these objects allows a relationship to form in the process of consuming the information they provide. When these objects disappear from our culture and assume the homogeneous texture of a back-lit screen, I fear that some of our intimacy with the process of reading will fade.<br /><br />Fashion magazines are the source materials for my series color codification dot drawings. I make each piece on a sheet of frosted mylar laid over a magazine page. After assigning a color to every letter in the alphabet (numbers are in grayscale, 0=white and 9=black), I apply tiny dots of paint over every character on the page. Each drawing I make has a different color codification, and therefore a different palette. The resulting painting is a legible blur of dots in the form of the article’s layout — like a system of Braille for the color inclined.</em><br /><br /></p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnU1YOjjsIcUMZQnIyfCzHjVWqkZqAuQm6O0qA_QwMfc1lcxPTFOdOyppe07Ly92G_U8EmA_XnjOlZIvlerWvptZxjw_v9j_J5H1xffRb_B66RQOR1_8Jeywb1-CmuBUSCYU6HvnpwuPci/s1600-h/Lauren+DiCioccio+Vanity+Fair+May+08+pg+269.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 231px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361019236241827650" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnU1YOjjsIcUMZQnIyfCzHjVWqkZqAuQm6O0qA_QwMfc1lcxPTFOdOyppe07Ly92G_U8EmA_XnjOlZIvlerWvptZxjw_v9j_J5H1xffRb_B66RQOR1_8Jeywb1-CmuBUSCYU6HvnpwuPci/s320/Lauren+DiCioccio+Vanity+Fair+May+08+pg+269.jpg" /></a></p><p align="left"></p><p align="center"><span style="font-size:85%;"><em><a href="http://www.20x200.com/art/2009/04/vanity-fair-may08pg269-and-incredibly-looking-not-a-day-older.html">Vanity Fair May 2008: pg 269 (and, incredibly, looking not a day older)</a></em></span></p>As a fan of the printed word, graphics and color, these appeal to me and resonate with me. I think they are going to be a great addition to my work space but they would also be great at home too.<br /><br /><br />If you haven't checked out 20x200 (or Etsy for that matter), your walls are missing out. Please take down any Michael's print of Van Gogh and get yourself something unique for your space. Plus, who knows, your artist may be famous someday!Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-36454306627940075472009-07-17T11:46:00.004-04:002009-07-17T12:05:42.379-04:00Vintage Inspiration - EarsWhimsical hats (and hats in general) are making quite a resurgance in the market right now. But facinators and, especially, ears are popping up all over. We've seen ears in runway shows, in designer collaborations with Disney, and for <a href="http://www.vogue.co.uk/news/daily/090618-stephen-jones-creates-mickey-mouse-.aspx">Ascot</a>.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjtcPv1mcOtc3URWfgXh2_o88LEvyrKi3VmNS9j6gQpLwhK48IOwOEqTdJpWZ2Lsv6QmGhKn_arYuX8p-B1uSJ3APunldJjzN3rtqeDvFGDeADgMMQAcImXoXArbqg7QNIjZhXdahkRZXL/s1600-h/LV+ears.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359457956357566114" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjtcPv1mcOtc3URWfgXh2_o88LEvyrKi3VmNS9j6gQpLwhK48IOwOEqTdJpWZ2Lsv6QmGhKn_arYuX8p-B1uSJ3APunldJjzN3rtqeDvFGDeADgMMQAcImXoXArbqg7QNIjZhXdahkRZXL/s320/LV+ears.jpg" /></a><br /><br />While everyone is ga-ga over the "innovative" ears, I think this 1920's girl was the quirky ear-wearing girl of her time. Look at her... she's adorable.<br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyJqph5a6dCNM9JjQnuM3FdWoW6H-Negk872b28N3J9Jr-9rCxkajVx8cwBK5qoYq62RjW5wIdpQy4rS_XU4DHq5Wfc6JEap8GsgpmUbvNQKIi9czRH_VyYuCy60kL7q8ZZJZJ_84JSGuT/s1600-h/ears+and+socks.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 252px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359457951669856290" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyJqph5a6dCNM9JjQnuM3FdWoW6H-Negk872b28N3J9Jr-9rCxkajVx8cwBK5qoYq62RjW5wIdpQy4rS_XU4DHq5Wfc6JEap8GsgpmUbvNQKIi9czRH_VyYuCy60kL7q8ZZJZJ_84JSGuT/s320/ears+and+socks.jpg" /></a> </div><div><br />I may need to get a pair of my own. Personally I like these lace ones from <a href="http://www.michel-paris.com/pret-a-porter-collection.php?lg=en&visu=8&collection_id=5">Maison Michel</a>. </div><div><br /> </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiyTcIuY2wuNwm9En5xhf0Y_olRPs2qy3jjOrzOxMR3XCgNJvy7r42N3DnuDh21H2bFsYNntOI7rRa9XvFm6RqY4YyDcvEb7wK8-FuCugHeijjAp21K-vbqmsn6k_gSywhwL_kPLR7GIHK/s1600-h/Maison+Michel.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 165px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359457946118638754" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiyTcIuY2wuNwm9En5xhf0Y_olRPs2qy3jjOrzOxMR3XCgNJvy7r42N3DnuDh21H2bFsYNntOI7rRa9XvFm6RqY4YyDcvEb7wK8-FuCugHeijjAp21K-vbqmsn6k_gSywhwL_kPLR7GIHK/s320/Maison+Michel.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Now if only I could hop on a plane to Paris to get them in person!<br /><div></div></div>Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-37751963123252501532009-07-15T11:08:00.003-04:002009-07-15T11:13:30.426-04:00Bebaroque being popular<a href="http://bubblegumplastic.blogspot.com/2008/08/cast-your-eyes-down.html">Almost a year ago</a> <em>(and Queen Michelle even longer)</em> I've been a fan of <a href="http://www.bebaroque.co.uk/"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bebaroque's</span> range </a>of amazing tights and stockings.<br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwatcyFgY4lnbF27D3w-2Int3yDCwqrfHnJ_tt792PsAQGz9Suifdpl5H09SY5BE_PyNEVoo_Piy-cGEY4E2uqQVmt4O5RzKPdhOWRlEvz9SDt5t-BCrxZ2mT7WNAzIWonHyHuQsKLTDAn/s1600-h/Christian+Louboutin+Simple+Pumps+toe.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358704246647002498" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwatcyFgY4lnbF27D3w-2Int3yDCwqrfHnJ_tt792PsAQGz9Suifdpl5H09SY5BE_PyNEVoo_Piy-cGEY4E2uqQVmt4O5RzKPdhOWRlEvz9SDt5t-BCrxZ2mT7WNAzIWonHyHuQsKLTDAn/s320/Christian+Louboutin+Simple+Pumps+toe.JPG" /></a> </div><div><br />It's good to see them more and more getting the attention they deserve.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPc8_dzaQq8Qsp4KgWKNxGzWw1MEUlfjbD_29OIE7ePzocZn5jFO_tO93CVrbxMdTztD7AchfdX5L8RxM9GJhC_Qy-GVqDzQf3BMGfE-woFivpsKgusFWKfvJxqj6F85ViwLICCkRtlUx-/s1600-h/Bebaroque_V_14July09_-PR_240x360.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 213px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358704252816334130" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPc8_dzaQq8Qsp4KgWKNxGzWw1MEUlfjbD_29OIE7ePzocZn5jFO_tO93CVrbxMdTztD7AchfdX5L8RxM9GJhC_Qy-GVqDzQf3BMGfE-woFivpsKgusFWKfvJxqj6F85ViwLICCkRtlUx-/s320/Bebaroque_V_14July09_-PR_240x360.jpg" /></a></div><div></div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.vogue.co.uk/news/daily/090715-bebaroques-celebrity-waiting-list.aspx">According to Vogue UK</a> - </div><div></div><div></div><br /><em>YOU may believe that summer is not the time for buying tights, but if you were to speak to Scottish hosiery design duo <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bebaroque</span> you might think otherwise. The label's distinctive decorative tights have been a hit with fashion insiders over the past few seasons and, since arriving in Liberty, have garnered quite a celebrity following.<br /><br />Florence <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Welch</span> (of Florence & the Machine) ordered a bespoke pair of tights, Kylie <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Minogue</span> purchased the entire range for her tour and other leggy stars; including Britney Spears, Girls Aloud, Liberty Ross, Ben Grimes, Daisy <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">de</span> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Villeneuve</span>, Erin O'Connor and Charlotte <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Dellal</span>, have been adding their names to the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bebaroque</span> order list.<br /><br />"The amount of interest and support we have had over the last few seasons is wonderful and we are thrilled to be stocked in Liberty," Chloe Patience, one half of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bebaroque</span>, told VOGUE.COM.<br /><br />"I was instantly drawn to the whimsical look of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bebaroque</span>," Alex <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" class="blsp-spelling-error">Stylianidis</span>, Liberty's accessories buying manager said. "The Liberty renaissance at the start of this year saw a Bazaar introduced to the ground floor that is packed with interesting, unique items; <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_11" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bebaroque</span> is the perfect edition to this room." </em><br /><br />I love independent designers getting great recognition.... Now I only hope their prices don't go up too high or they sell out so I can't get more!Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8359375032150919137.post-26106817417402414252009-07-12T14:06:00.003-04:002009-07-12T14:13:01.421-04:00For Like EverI don't care if <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/1047292@N22/pool/">everyone and their brother </a>has this For Like Ever poster from Village. I still love it.<br /><p align="center"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/princesspoochie/3713871054/sizes/l/"><img style="WIDTH: 214px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357637314110203874" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrXt06XBNrDr2hDJAxZail_bMUu693Fzx-lF0i5YdGJTxT3EgSppVFCO_WWPDQfGRS1KM6Fo0KYwT0E9dVMq8ZBPpF83iWOoOuJJn-U2Arw-8GIVgK4gIM7k5LelmkzkXlBAwz0T5xJ3gr/s320/For+Like+Ever+close.jpg" /></a></p><br />It's bright and clashy, especially with my vintage bamboo desk and Olivetti typewriter, but it's huge and pink and bright and gorgeous.<br /><br />Now I need to go type some pen pal letters.<br /><br />P.S. If you click on it, you can see the prettier version.Poochiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08167548594949831865noreply@blogger.com0