The Girl's [Not Quite] Daily Blog

O is for orange

2012-01-22T01:54:00.003-05:00

I am currently infatuated with orange lipstick. This trend started last Spring so I'm a bit late, but I cannot stop wanting to find the perfect shade for me. Below are some images of girls who wear this look flawlessly, but will it look as good with my dark skin tone I'm not sure.

Photos: Google Images

Things I'm loving

2011-12-28T18:17:00.000-05:00

Pinterest is a website to pin (post) your favorite things, thoughts and interests, create vision boards or just look. Here are a few things I'm loving from just perusing the website.

pinterest.com

Wishlist

2011-12-22T15:13:00.002-05:00

In case you're wondering what to get me for Christmas dear friends, wonder no more. Introducing the Chameleon Duffle Satchel by Fendi. I love the shape and I especially love the color blocking. This can be yours (or mine) for just under $2,500!

saks.com

Stylist

2011-12-13T16:29:00.000-05:00

I just styled my girlfriend for our company party this weekend. I put her in a body conscious vibrant green dress inspired by Victoria Beckham, grape purple pumps, and fun antique-looking jewels. The dress shown is not the actual purchased dress, but very similar from Belk.

Photos: Victoria's Secret, Payless, Forever21

I'll Mulberry

2011-12-06T15:52:00.001-05:00

I know this bag is old now but I still love the Alexa Mulberry Satchel. Even though it's been out for a while it still carries a heavy price tag, and I cannot afford to spend nearly two grand on a bag. But isn't it everything?!

mytheresa.com

Drip diamonds

2011-12-04T16:40:00.001-05:00

I've found a dress for my office holiday party, but it's not the sequin overload I originally had in mind. With that said, I still want to sparkle so I'm going to drip myself in (faux) diamonds starting with my writs. I found some amazing diamond cuff bracelets that will serve as my inspiration.

Various designers. Photos from google images

Party Dress? | 1:25

2011-11-26T12:23:00.000-05:00

Shopaholic

2011-11-17T12:07:00.001-05:00

My latest purchase; These Charles Jourdan Wedges. They're on sale because they're out of season, unless you live in Southern USA where the weather calls to maintain your pedicure!

Photo: Zappos

You're the boss

2011-11-11T19:34:00.001-05:00

I am so in love with J.Crew this season...

Need I say more?

JCrew.com

Tis the Season

2011-11-07T14:58:00.002-05:00

I'm on a mission to find a fabulous dress for my company holiday party. I know I want something girly and shiny, but the options are endless. Here are a few I've found so far that are giving me inspiration.

source: saksfifthavenue.com, shopbob.com, renttherunway.com

Miu Miu Resort2012

2011-10-31T12:18:00.003-04:00

Help I'm dying!

www.saksfifthavenue.com

Stand at attention

2011-10-25T10:28:00.003-04:00

I am so in love with J.Crew's military inspired winter wool coat. They come in seven vibrant colors, and I cannot decide which color I like best!

J.Crew.com

I NEED you

2011-10-04T09:54:00.002-04:00

I need this emerald green Prada over-sized clutch in my life, it's a medical emergency because I'll die if I don't have it! I saw and touched it at the Prada boutique, and I've never felt anything this soft ever.

Source: StyleRumor.com

You're the one

2011-09-26T10:38:00.000-04:00

I have been dying for over-the-knee boots lately, and although this is a trend that's been around I find myself suddenly obsessing over it. Check out this pair from Gucci; I'm absolutely captivated by them. Where can I find a similar, less expensive pair? I must have them.

saksfifthavenue.com

For KC fans

2011-09-16T09:45:00.001-04:00

...and I'm one of them. I love Kristin Cavallari's style, and now she's parlayed that into a contract with Chinese Laundry. Go girl!

I wanna be rich

2011-09-01T11:54:00.002-04:00

LV Surya XL

Let's roll around in the grass

2011-08-31T15:58:00.000-04:00

I love my new jeans from Urban Outfitters. BDG Ankle Cigarette jeans in a variety of colors, but this vibrant green was a clear choice for me.

$58

Hatalicious

2011-08-30T14:18:00.000-04:00

I want this hat from Saks Fifth Avenue. I love the shape, the color, the size; it's everything!

Maximize

2011-08-29T10:28:00.000-04:00

Absolutely loving this look from Ann Taylor

Jacket $198
Skirt $68
Shirt $68
Necklace $68
Booties $248
Bag $348

Animal instinct

2011-08-24T10:37:00.000-04:00

Is it okay to wear animal print to work at a conservative office?

Looks from bcbg.com

Shaunie

2011-08-23T11:11:00.001-04:00

How absolutely gorgeous does Shaunie O'Neal look in this color-blocking trend. From the dress, to her hair and make-up she looks amazing.

Photo from stylemeprissy.com

Double rainbow!

2011-08-22T17:56:00.002-04:00

How gorgeous is her make-up, in particular her eyeshadow!

sephora.com

Get your ass up!

2011-08-04T08:54:00.000-04:00

I couldn't stop laughing when I saw this ad!

Theory

2011-07-29T14:24:00.000-04:00

I want these Theory pants; They're fabulous. If you know anything about Theory you know that they make a nice long inseam for us taller gals. I'm getting mine from Saks, plus they are shipping for free (code: SHIPJULY) if you spend $150 or more.

Nicole kills Kim

2011-07-27T11:17:00.000-04:00

Calm down I'm just talking in the looks department. Nicole Scherzinger was performing her new single on SYTYCD and I thought she has to be the most beautiful woman in the world (or maybe second most to JLo). Everyone goes on and on about Kim Kardashian, and while she is very pretty she's got nothing on Nicole.

Sun Kissed

2011-07-20T10:55:00.001-04:00

My sister is getting married Saturday and I am responsible for doing my own make-up. I'm not freaking out because I've chosen an inspiration: bronze and kissed by the sun. Here are some samples I found that I will of course toned down.

Skin is in

2011-07-12T10:13:00.000-04:00

My Saturday night look was the talk of the evening. Something about showing skin that makes people crazy. This top is from Bebe and I'm so in love with it! Thanks to Stylish Me for convincing me to go with white pants; that topped it off!

Picks for CL

2011-07-11T09:40:00.000-04:00

So I guess Shaq's ex-wife Shaunie O'Neal is trying to be the next Rachel Zoe (so-to-speak). She has a top picks list with Chinese Laundry, and if you know anything about Shaunie you know she's the most stylish of all the basketball wives. From now through July 22nd, if you choose something from her list you can get an extra 20% off by using code SHAUNIE20 at check out.

http://www.chineselaundry.com/shopallbrands/shaunie-s-picks

Alloy sale

2011-07-08T09:58:00.000-04:00

Enter code: HOT15 now through July 11th to receive 15% off your entire purchase at Alloy.com

I hate Beyond The Rack! cont'd

2011-06-29T10:16:00.004-04:00

Coincidentally they respond that the shoes are in their warehouse today:

"Thank you for contacting BTR. We sincerely apologize for the delay.

Your shoes have been received from the supplier and are currently being processed in our warehouse. They will soon be packaged for the next scheduled pickup with our courier. An email notification will be sent to you with the tracking number. You will be receiving the shoes shortly and will hopefully enjoy wearing them for the rest of the summer!

While we do our very best to ship orders in a timely fashion, merchandise arriving from international suppliers may take longer to be received at our warehouse due to custom clearance delays.

Your shopping experience is important to us and we will make our best effort to expedite the shipping process."

I hate Beyond The Rack!

2011-06-28T17:02:00.000-04:00

Below is the letter I felt compelled to write to them:

"I am writing to express my frustration with Beyond The Rack (BTR). This is the second time I've placed an order with BTR, and this is the second time it has taken over six weeks to receive my order. I placed this second order on May 20, 2011 for Black Adrienne Vittadini Wedges. I find it completely absurd that a simple shoe order could take such an outstretched length of time to deliver. As it stands, by the time the summer shoe gets to me, the season will be over and I will not have the opportunity to wear the shoe. If you have any sympathy at all you will refund me the full amount and move on."

Perfection

2011-06-21T10:19:00.000-04:00

Zoe Saldana

denimology.com

Shut It Down

2011-06-09T12:21:00.000-04:00

Tell me how badly I would shut it down in these Emilio Pucci sandals! They're marked down from $1,051 to $631; however still out of my price league considering my new car fund.

emiliopucci.com

Pleat these

2011-06-01T18:14:00.000-04:00

My latest obsession: the pleated maxi skirt

Pics from www.shopstyle.com

Step away from the plastic

2011-05-27T09:01:00.001-04:00

I'm doing everything in my power not to buy these fabulous Rachel Rachel Roy sandals. Don't you just love the color scheme, the subtle animal print, that sexy heel?! My new car fund will not allow for this purchase to happen so someone please zap my brain so that I can forget I saw them!

She does it again

2011-05-26T11:25:00.000-04:00

If you're like me you're completely obsessed with Jennifer Lopez. And if you're like me you cannot get enough of how amazing she looks in her "I'm Into You" music video. She's a freak! But the thing that really caught my eye was the incredibly gorgeous Lanvin dress she's wearing accompanied with a head wrap. Thanks Stylish Me for finding it on Net-A-Porter, but the flipping dress is over $5,000!!!

So this led me to see if I could find something much much much cheaper that looked comparable. These dresses are very cute from Asos.com and all under $300.

Surprised?

2011-05-25T18:05:00.001-04:00

The latest bachelor Brad was just dumped by his gorgeous fiancee Emily. How is it that this news is always released during a new season of Bachelor/Bachelorette?

Picture: OkMagazine.com

Roberto Cavalli at Cannes

2011-05-19T10:59:00.000-04:00

So many gorgeous dresses at this year's Cannes Film Festival, but I have to say the women Roberto Cavalli dressed were stand-outs in my eyes. Here are a couple.

Model Bar Rafaeli

Actress Gong Li

Photos from fashion.telegraph.co.uk

Motivation

2011-05-17T12:36:00.000-04:00

Have you seen Kelly Rowland lately? She looks amazing in her most recent music video where she is wearing a vibrant blue/purple gorgeous bathing suit and lipstick to match.

Photo: GetWhitIt.com

Bag craze

2011-05-06T12:29:00.000-04:00

I am so excited for my girlfriend who was able to find and pull the trigger on the much coveted Bristol bag since worn by Pippa (sister to the Duchess of Cambridge). She too got it in shark, also known as gray, and at a fabulous price.

Picture: modalu.com

Love at first sight

2011-05-03T11:54:00.000-04:00

I haven't seen all of the looks yet from last night's MET Ball in NYC, but I cannot imagine anyone out there topping my girl Eva Mendes. I am dying right now over how absolutely gorgeous and stylish she looks! Her vibrant pleated dress is by Stella McCartney.

Picture from JustJared.com

Breathtaking

2011-04-29T11:21:00.000-04:00

Source: IKnowWhatYouWore.blogspot.com

Whip my hair

2011-04-27T12:44:00.004-04:00

Ever since I saw this look on J Lo at American Idol I've been obsessed with it. Unfortunetly I couldn't find the look on J Lo herself. I guess they keep American Idol pics on a tight leash. Do the extentions people make braided ponytails, or do I have to go and buy a bunch of hair to create it on my own?

Source: Google Images

No Words

2011-04-21T10:08:00.001-04:00

Source: Denimology.com

Help me over you

2011-03-19T10:24:00.002-04:00

I am dying over the Spring 2011 Lanvin shoe collection. I first saw a pair on fashion police worn by some actress who I cannot remember her name at the moment, and have been insane for them ever since. Where can I find something similar with a stiletto heel this skinny?

Photo source WendyMag.com

The dream inside the dream

2011-03-09T12:34:00.002-05:00

First day of Spring, this is what I'll wish I was wearing

Urban Outfitters tank
Cynthia Rowley shorts
Michael Kors shoes

Don't hate me 'cause I'm beautiful

2011-03-08T13:51:00.000-05:00

Michael Kors Double-Buckle Cuffed Sandal $850

Cause Tonight I'm Loving You

2011-02-11T17:12:00.000-05:00

How long will I have to wait until these Fall 2011 Christian Siriano pumps are on my feet?!

Fall for your type

2011-01-28T09:53:00.001-05:00

I got the Zoe booties by Sam Edelman. I've been eyeing them for a while and they finally went on sale... I am so excited to bust them out! See inspired Balenciaga shoe on the ever so stylish Olsen sisters.

Ah. Ma. Zing!

2011-01-21T18:16:00.000-05:00

Gianmarco Lorenzi Crystal platform pumps worn on Adrienne Maloof from Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. To die for!

Is he Barbra Streisand?

2011-01-11T12:09:00.000-05:00

Can you see

2010-12-29T17:44:00.000-05:00

I love love love this t-shirt by Roberto Piqueras. Have you taken your fashion eye test?

Had me at hello

2010-12-23T14:39:00.001-05:00

I really really want these chunky cable knit over-the-knee socks from TopShop, but they're sold out! I'm so sad. I really want olive green, but I'd be happy with the charcoal pair if I could find them.

Gift giving

2010-12-20T13:41:00.000-05:00

I still really really want these Burberry Prorsum Shearling booties!

pumpsicle.com

It's cold baby

2010-12-08T00:02:00.000-05:00

Loving the trapper hat so I bought one thinking I'll wear it back in
Ohio; turns out I'll need it down here!

shopbop.com

Sequin yeeah

2010-11-28T20:19:00.000-05:00

Just impulse bought some sequin ankle socks that I'm going to wear with a black pencil skirt and black booties... Cannot wait!!

polyvore.com

Thanksgiving Pants

2010-11-25T12:32:00.001-05:00

With these on, Eat up!

ShopBop.com

Men should wear Michael Kors

2010-10-25T18:37:00.001-04:00

I love this coat, this whole look

Source: style.com

Camel dream

2010-10-24T09:35:00.000-04:00

Everytime I'm in my store working I stare at the luscious camel coat across the way at Ann Taylor. The coat is so dreamy. It's a great length, the black buttons give it character, and this trend is everywhere. Sure my store Benetton has tons of coats even in camel, but the blend of cashmere and the vibrant color at Ann Taylor made the decision to turn to our rival a no brainer. It's nearly double the price over at Ann Taylor but since they're a huge corporation they're able to offer coupons and credit cards, which I took advantage to avoid paying full price. I am more than happy with my purchase.

The heel

2010-10-19T06:46:00.000-04:00

I love this pose! I love how it shows off that wonderful wedge heel.

Source: denimology.com

Drew B

2010-09-05T19:52:00.000-04:00

Drew Barrymore has great style, and this look in no exception. I'm loving the skinny cargo pants, and I die for the wedges! But the horse hair weave jacket - that's a no for me.

Source: LeFashion

A dream

2010-09-04T18:03:00.002-04:00

Grocott

I just tried these on at Aldo and I love them so!... and with the fleece fur - ahhh bahnanas

Birthday Wish

2010-08-14T13:40:00.000-04:00

Romy Gold studded all-around hobo sold at Singer22 for $565.

Love

2010-08-13T09:20:00.000-04:00

The jacket. The top. The jeans. The shoes. The clutch.

Source: Denimology

Getting this

2010-08-12T08:00:00.001-04:00

Lined printed chiffon dress with pockets! Sold at Alloy for $45.

Lets color

2010-07-27T09:51:00.008-04:00

My obsession these days is this lip stain from Tarte. Well they call it a lip stain, but it's deep and powerful enough to be called a lipstick. It's in the form of a crayola crayon which is perfect for lining your lips with. I grabbed them in Fiery (red) and Lively (hot pink), two of the more dramatic colors so I don't feel all that comfortable wearing them to my office job, but my retail job gets it all day. I never have to reapply and it never gets on my teeth.

Alloy heels

2010-07-25T08:10:00.000-04:00

How cute are these pumps from Alloy.com. I love love love the green suede, and the interesting heel is to die. Alloy calls them the Parker Wedge and they're only $33. They're tall though.... Five inches tall, but the platform will help you non-heel walkers balance.

Urban

2010-07-18T20:57:00.002-04:00

Urban Outfitters sells $400 bags! $450 to be exact, for this Dulce Leather Frontier Satchel. I love this bag, but I certaintly did not expect to see Marc by Marc Jacobs prices in Urban Outfitters.

Yummy wedges

2010-07-17T16:53:00.000-04:00

Who would have thought Rag & Bone would be so yummy.

Tis the wonk wonk season

2010-07-11T10:19:00.001-04:00

Wow another bachelor/bachelorette breakup. Now it's Ed and Jillian in the gossip columns. This is not surprising at all; what is surprising is that they lasted so long. If you can recall, this couple started out on a challenging note when Ed was accused of playing Jillian during the show with two other women. Ed and Jillian denied denied denied and continued dating... until now.

USmagazine.com

Another one bites the dust

2010-06-22T11:11:00.000-04:00

Bachelor Jake and Vienna have split up. I know, not surprising at all. He chose her because he thought she was hot and challenging. Why is it that men say they want to get married, but choose the most unmarriable candidates? Have you been watching Ali this season? I feel she's destined for the same fate with this selection, but we'll see.

Oh my!

2010-06-12T12:43:00.001-04:00

Steve Madden

WOW!!

2010-06-10T20:54:00.001-04:00

I don't know who makes these, but I saw them and my eyes popped out of their sockets!
StockholmStreetStyle.feber.se

Recycle your ex-bf

2010-06-03T11:51:00.002-04:00

Did you guys watch the premiere episode of Downtown Girls on MTV? It comes on after The City so it was easy for me to tune in. The show is about the lives of five single professional cute girls. Shallon is a writer for Glamour.com and does the voice-over on the show. She is quite the funny character too. The inspiration for posting about the show is the fact that the girls had a "recycle your ex" party where each girl brings an ex-boyfriend with them to the party and the other single girls can pounce on him in hopes of making a love connection. The idea is a great thought but with lots and lots of flaws. First of all why would I want to date my bff's ex-boyfriend?!!! Isn't that the number one girl rule for dating? Since I'm single it led me to think: why didn't they just have a mixer where each single girl brings a single male FRIEND-zone to the party who the girls can hopefully mate with? Of course the party was a disaster. The girls ended up hooking up with (surprise) their own ex-boyfriends, and one girl hooked up with one of her friend's ex's which really turned the party sour. In the end, it didn't work and the girls met the next day to confirm that they do not want each other's leftovers.

Finally Here!

2010-05-28T08:48:00.001-04:00

Cargo

2010-05-21T09:10:00.005-04:00

These JBrand fitted cargo pants are everywhere on every fashionista celebrity. I got my knockoff pair at Martin and Osa. Way way less.

Denimology.com

Statement rings

2010-05-17T14:47:00.004-04:00

I'm in love with this ad sent to my inbox from BCBG.com. They're calling it: Statement Rings - from the Muna collection. So gorg, and reasonable priced ranging from $28 - $148.

Stupid BP

2010-05-09T22:36:00.002-04:00

I just spent $3 per gallon on gas today.... There goes my Louis Vuitton bag fund.

Strappy dream

2010-04-27T12:59:00.004-04:00

I saw this Nine West strappy dream in my Harper's Bazaar magazine and DIED, so of course I had to go and try them on with the hopes that they'll work and end up in my closet. Sad times. The 9 (my usual size) was too big and the 8.5 was too small. I'm not kidding when I say I'm really upset about this.

Bangs

2010-04-18T16:13:00.008-04:00

Dear bangs: please grow out.

Photo source: chictvblog.blogspot.com and the-electric.blogspot.com

Happy Tax day

2010-04-14T17:49:00.004-04:00

I just literally got my taxes done and out the door. Talk about procrastination, and it happens every year. Anyway some retailers are giving away treats to celebrate the day. The one that stands out to me: Starbucks. Free brewed coffee all day (Thursday only) if you bring your own mug. I know where I'll be stopping before work. By the way, I'm sure that your mug does not have to be a Starbucks mug.

Do you heart Marc

2010-04-07T09:21:00.004-04:00

On sale at NeimanMarcus.com

What time is it

2010-04-04T09:03:00.000-04:00

I thought I knew the time then I looked my at watch and it said 2:00pm, the same time it said when I looked at my watch say two hours ago?! I took it to a watch repair shop thinking I only needed a battery. He said no it's, actually I don't know what he said the problem was because it sounded like Greek. My watch is so old that I told him not to fix it, that I'll just buy myself a new one with Michael Kors in the back of my mind. I have been obsessed with Michael Kors watches lately. They're so big and bold that I don't know if my tiny wrist can pull it off, but I want one and I need it in gold. These are the one's I like best. They go for around $250.

Oh Kim

2010-04-03T09:25:00.004-04:00

Kim out and about in Miami yesterday. Who needs Reggie?!

Photo source: gossipcenter.com

24 - No spoiler

2010-03-30T18:30:00.002-04:00

Oh my God did you know that this season is the final season of 24? Well I didn't! I don't know why I'm taking it so hard; after last season I was very much ready for this mind rushing series to be over. However, this season is thrilling so far and has me longing for more every week. Have the ratings gone down? Is Jack, I mean Kiefer, asking for more money? And by the way, whatever Jack wants he should get. Are eight seasons just long enough? Whatever the case I hope it's a situation where the producers are trying to keep the viewers on our toes and will say April Fools soon. My February's and March's must have Jack in them!

I'm never going to breathe again

2010-03-26T08:29:00.003-04:00

Once again I die over Mary Kate's style

Photo source: everyonelovesfashion.blogspot.com

New H&M in NC

2010-03-25T19:43:00.002-04:00

H&M has finally decided to grace the state of North Carolina, specifically Raleigh, with its presence. Grand opening was last Thursday and of course it was a frenzy. My friend called in to work and told his boss he's not coming in just so he could go and brave the crowd. He stood in line for an hour and a half and told me there had to be around 700 people there, but he said it was worth it because he picked up some very nice pieces. I got there at around 6PM and the crowd was not nearly as bad - the positive. The negative - everything had been picked over. I did manage to find some pieces to stand in the fitting room line for. It wound up taking 40 minutes of standing and slow moving before I was able to get in a room. I had a hand full of stuff mostly because I pulled two sizes in everything knowing that H&M runs small. I usually wear a size 2 so I pulled both 2 and 4. There was no need for me to even try-on any of the size 2 stuff because OH MY GOD I could barely fit in the size 4! I cannot believe that I have to go up TWO sizes to get into H&M clothes, that's just ridiculous. Anyway, I got nothing because I wasn't about to stand in line for another 40 minutes.

Spring means bugs

2010-03-20T16:19:00.004-04:00

Spring is finally here which means the hornets and the wasps and the yellow jackets start swarming around my apartment. Why oh why can't they leave me alone? They really freak me out. Right now I think they are outside my window because I don't hear that terrifying buzzing sound, but somehow they get in and hijack my living room where my life (my television) is. My landlord gave me a spray for hornets that squirts like a hose, but I'm still frightened just before pulling the trigger that they'll see me spraying and come after me full speed ahead. Their floating shadow brings me nightmares and paranoia. I just hope it's not followed by a buzzing noise.

Pretty Picture

2010-03-12T15:52:00.003-05:00

I love this ad for BCBG.com.

Space Issues

2010-03-10T10:03:00.003-05:00

I've officially run out of space on my DVR. I was worried about it last night while trying to watch some programs in order to delete them to make room, but I kept falling asleep. So I didn't get to delete Locked Up Abroad, Kell On Earth, and The Bachelor Wedding like I planned. They remain on my list clogging up space, along with a whole lot of other programs. It's gotten so bad that tonight I will not have enough room to record American Idol. Gasp I know! My store manager, who is also a TV whore, advised me to just start deleting stuff that won't kill me to see, but it's all important to me. I want to see Patti Stanger tell that millionaire seeker that she's ugly. I want to hear Oprah tell me not to text while driving, and I want to laugh while Kelly Cutrone tells that stressed out employee to take it outside. I need a vacation day just to watch TV!

The Bachelor recap After the Final Rose

2010-03-07T16:33:00.002-05:00

We're in front of a live audience three months after Jake chose Vienna. Host Chris Harrison greets us and right off the back introduces Tenley to come out onto the couch. Before talking with her though they show a recap of the lack of proposal. We come back and of course Tenley is tearing up. Chris asked her what she thought Jake meant when he said there was a lack of physical chemistry, and she replied that she still doesn't know what Jake meant. But in watching the show as it aired Tenley admitted that with Vienna Jake was completely different. She said she's nervous to see Jake again. Jake comes out and hugs Tenley. After Tenley compliments how he smells she asked him how he's doing then asked why again. Again, Jake stumbles on his words then admits he really didn't feel a magical spark with her, but he tells her that he really did love her. She tears up and they hug it out.

Tenley leaves and Jake and Chris can talk. Jake tells Chris how much in love with Vienna he is and that their relationship is like a fairytale. He said Vienna is all that and more. Although she was a controversial choice he said people need to trust that he made the right decision. Chris introduces Vienna and Jake and Vienna hug for like 60 seconds because this is their first time seeing each other since the process ended. It's clear that she's lost some weight, but something about her face looks weird. Maybe it's that shotty makeup job she always does. They tackle all of the rumors that have been in the tabloids: she dumped, she's cheating on him. They showed us the huge rock she's wearing and reiterate that they're together and in love. She said she's about to move to Dallas to move in with Jake, but there's no wedding date set yet. Chris tells them that the show is sending them back to St. Lucia for a vacation without the cameras, then a live performance/serenade from you guessed it Jeffrey Osborne singing On The Wings Of Love. Of course they dance and kiss and dip.

Chris Harrison is back alone to introduce the new and latest bachelorette - Ali. I knew it! Chris tells her that she's so loved by the whole country. I did like her a lot until she ended up being so dumb on The Bachelor. She's excited, Chris is excited, everyone is flipping excited. On top of that Dancing With The Stars just announced that Jake will be a contestant on the show this season. Oh goodness. Well I'm sure I'll be watching both. By the way, how awkward was it that they kept advertising Jason and Molly's wedding before and after they'd advertise Melissa (dramatically dumped by Jason) for Dancing With The Stars?!

The Bachelor recap Final Rose

2010-03-07T15:27:00.000-05:00

Oh my what a finale. I found myself literally going back and forth for most of the episode: He's gonna pick Tenley, no Vienna. I just couldn't call it. We start with Jake in St. Lucia walking the beach alone telling us how in love he is with two women. Jake then heads to a beach house to meet his family who flew in to meet the two women he has fallen in love with. They sit down Jake tells them about Tenley and Vienna. He admits to them that all the women chasing Jake hated Vienna and his mom yelled out red flag. Jake kicks himself for telling his family that fact about Vienna. Tenley is first to meet Jake's family: his parents, his two brothers and their wives. They sit around and grill Tenley, then his mom takes her out alone for a private grilling, then his dad, in which she passes with flying colors. Then Jake has his own test for Tenley. He jumps in the pool with his clothes on and Tenley jumped in after him with her clothes on - she passed! How is Vienna top this? Well she's up next to try. The family sit around talking and Vienna admits that the girls hated her from the start of the process. Awkward silence. Jake's mom takes him away and tells him that she doesn't like Vienna. The two sisters-in-law talk to Vienna for a double team grilling. They were relentless to start, but she won them over. Mom's turn. She told Vienna that it worries her that she did not get along with the other women in the house. Vienna defended herself and won his mom over too.

Still in St. Lucia it's time for the individual dates. Vienna is up first and they go to a water fall stream where they strip down to their bathing suits and pretty much mud wrestle. They clean themselves off from the water fall then have champagne and make out. Later on he shows up at Vienna's beach house where she presents to him her promise ring and a touching poem. They lay around in each other arms and she tells him she's scared about the next rose ceremony. They kiss and he leaves.

Tenley is up next for her last hurrah with Jake. They get on a boat to go snorkeling and it's so cool what the camera is capturing. The coral reef is amazing. They get back on the boat and Jake is acting distant. Tenley asks Jake if everything is okay and he says to her that he's concerned that they have no physical chemistry, but the emotional chemistry is great. She's confused because she feels the physical chemistry and passion. Jake pretty much just told us who he is going to choose. Men always lead with their pecker... The pecker picks! That's Patti Stanger's line by the way. Jake arrives at Tenley's beach house to a romantic setting (poor Tenley is trying hard). She immediately asks him to clarify what he was talking about on the boat. He stumbled through some words trying to make her feel better, but it would have made me feel worse. She however took it as a challenge. She presented him with a collage of their time together then tongue him down.

It's engagement day! Jake tells us that he's still undecided. Whatever - you know. Neil Lane the jeweler comes to Jake's door to show him engagement rings. The salesman asks Jake to tell him about the girl so he can help him choose a ring, but Jake still doesn't know which girl he's going to give the ring to. He does know however that one girl like a round cut stone and the other a princess cut stone. What do you know, there's a ring there for both women, now choose one. The salesman told him to take both of the rings and decide later which one to keep. That round cut ring was amazing! Heck the princess cut is beautiful too. He sits down and reflects while staring at both rings. Which one will he choose? He takes one of the ring boxes and puts it in his jacket. He now knows his decision is right. They show both girls getting ready in their individual rooms simultaneously then boarding their own helicopter at the same time. Oh my God this is it, who will arrive first?

A helicopter is approaching Jake as he is standing there waiting. It lands and Tenley steps out. I knew it! I cannot believe Vienna won this thing. Tenley looks gorgeous in her gold strapless gown. She walks towards Jake filled with hope and smiles. He's not smiling, he's staring at the ground shaking his head then begins to speak. With all of that Tenley already knows she's not the one. While crying he tells her she's perfect and that he loves her. He says something between them just doesn't feel right. She gracefully cries and tells him because of him she knows that she can feel love again. They hug and cry, then Jake walks her out. She asks him why is he saying goodbye to her and he answers there is some part of him that is not natural with her. Host Chris Harrison is standing there to walk her the rest of the way to the car. Poor girl is crying her eyes out.

Another helicopter is approaching and Jake is checking out the princess cut ring he chose. Vienna exits the helicopter and Chris Harrison walks her towards Jake. I must say that Vienna's dress is absolutely gorgeous. A teal chiffon gown with an asymmetrical one shoulder wide band that comes down to a cinched waist courtesy of a shiny skinny teal belt. I'm not doing the dress's description justice. She arrives to Jake where they hug. She tells him she's really scared and that she doesn't want to lose him. She also tells him that she's in love with him. This girl is talking a lot. Jake starts by saying to her that she needs to take the promise ring she gave him back. Of course she immediately thinks it's because he's dumping her. She looks so sad. Jake follows by saying he loves her and she looks relieved and kisses him. He gets down on one knee and opens the ring box and asks her to marry him. She answers yes. Wow I cannot believe she won, just like she said she'd do in episode two or three.

I Die!

2010-02-27T16:44:00.000-05:00

Mary Kate in Burberry at Burberry fall show

Source: davideikon.com

The Bachelor recap week 8

2010-02-24T00:25:00.000-05:00

The title of this episode is "The Women Tell All", and boy did they ever. First the show focused on past bachelors and bachelorettes and their hook-up moments with each other and their charitable contributions to society, but I'm gonna skip all that. The women tell all panel consisted of the fourteen most memorable girls of the season in front of a studio audience. Ali got a lot of screams from the audience after her introduction, which again leads me to say please oh please don't make her the new bachelorette. They first discussed how hot they all think Jake is. Then Ashleigh tried to convince us that she intentionally tripped out of the limo and into Jake's arms at their initial meeting. They talked about psycho Michelle, uber happy Tenley, Elizabeth the tease, drama queen Vienna. A lot of the first segment though focused on Rozlyn; the girl who was kicked off the show for having inappropriate relations with a staff member of the show. Gia said that as Rozlyn's roommate she had a lot of knowledge of her whereabouts. Jessie told us that she actually saw them on the stairs making out. Ella said that Rozlyn told the girls to let the staff member know that she's looking for him to you know...

On this episode we have the girls who were so memorable that they get a special spotlight shown on them by going to the couch to talk to host Chris one-on-one. Gia was first up for this segment of the show. They start out by putting together a heartfelt package of Gia and Jake's time together while we get a picture-in-picture view of Gia's expressions as she's watching it with us. All I could think was don't cry girl don't cry. She held it together. The interview was basic; we knew she had regrets and is sad.

Psycho Michelle is next up in the hot seat, and course she tries to convince us that the editing made her look worse than she is and that she does not need therapy. She said that the show is not designed for one to find love, but Ali knocked that thought process down. Chris asked the other women on the panel if they thought the depiction of Michelle was fair, and the girls agreed it was a fair portrayal.

Ali's turn to get on the couch for the spotlight. She's crying and tells us the decision was very emotional for her, and that she still misses Jake. She tells us she chose her job over Jake because she was afraid to be heartbroken, and her job is a safe haven for her. I hope it keeps her warm at night. Chris asked her about her nemesis Vienna. Ali responds by saying she's disappointed in how she treated Vienna and that we all need to be supportive of Vienna because she is getting trashed in the tabloids. She even looked to the camera and apologized to Vienna while sitting on the couch. Don't make me laugh Ali! Ali said she's going to work now at putting love first, and Chris tells her she has a lot of fans all around the country. I was super team Ali, but her decision making skills leave a lot to be desired.

We come back from commercial break and the cameras are following Rozlyn and a big goon staff member from backstage headed towards the set. So many jokes come to mind right now. Rozlyn comes out to the stage and sits in the hot seat. Chris asks Rozlyn if anything physical with the staff member ever happened in the house and Rozlyn emphatically denied it. Chris compared Rozlyn's story to that of his kid when he has an elaborate story about unicorns and magicians.... Interpretation - Rozlyn you're a liar! Then he brings the women into it and they go to town on Rozlyn one-by-one. Christina admits to seeing Rozlyn and this guy constantly cuddling and thigh rubbing. Jessie tells Rozlyn she saw them kissing on the stairs, and Rozlyn denies it on her child's life! Ella said her two cents and Rozlyn - deny deny deny. Then she asked Chris where were the cameras to catch her so-called love affair. Chris responded by saying the cameras aren't filming 24-hours straight and this staff member more than likely knew where the recorded cameras were in order to sneak around. Rozlyn then took a below-the-belt jab by saying Chris was hitting on the staff member's wife in New Zealand. Chris responded by saying he hopes Rozlyn will become a better person from this. Wow.

Jake is here and he gets a seat next to Chris. Chris gets right into it and asked him about his breakup with Gia. Jake apologized to Gia and reiterated that he made the right decision. Chris then asked Jake about Ali leaving. He told Ali that he hated that she left and thought she would change her mind before the limo took off. He told her he'd always be her friend and Ali had to wipe her tears.

The show ends with a summary of Tenley and Vienna, the two remaining women for Jake to choose to propose. I think it will be Tenley, but he seems to pick Vienna just as everyone thinks it's her last week. Should be good!

Girl Crush

2010-02-23T20:49:00.002-05:00

Lauren Conrad looks stunning as a brunette. I can't stop staring at her!

Another must have

2010-02-21T12:38:00.001-05:00

My eyes just popped out of their sockets! Look at these shoes and see if the same doesn't happen to you. These shoes are from the runway of Michael Kors' fall 2010 collection. Oh my goodness please don't make me wait until next fall; I must have them now!

Photo source: shoeblog.com

Visit Hong Kong

2010-02-19T11:54:00.004-05:00

My nail just broke. My hand now looks ridiculous. Perhaps I can salvage that with a witty new nail color. OPI has launched the Hong Kong collection; all really fun vibrant colors that are suppose you make you think of the Chinese culture. A really really tough decision when forced to choose just one. I went with Panda-monium Pink. Pink is everywhere this spring so this variation of it makes me feel different but still on trend. I love this shade on my hands, and I've gotten compliments!

The Bachelor recap week 7

2010-02-17T11:02:00.002-05:00

We start with Jake in his St. Lucia room recapping his time with the three remaining women: Gia, Tenley, and Vienna. He tells us that he's baffled that Ali is really gone. Then they actually cut to Ali in her San Francisco home. She tells us that her job means nothing without love in her life and that she's going to fight for Jake by telling him how she feels. Oh boy, don't do it!

Jake's first date in St. Lucia is with Gia, the 26 year old swimsuit model. They greet each other with hugs and kisses, then head to the market via boat. They interact with the locals, drink from a coconut, and dance in the streets. They put on their bathing suits, jump in the water and make-out while the sun sets. At night they change into their evening clothes, but her hair is distracting me. She has on a bedazzled headband with a handful of bang in her face that has been affected by the humidity. They tell each other about themselves while having dinner and how they would be with their partner. Gia is amazed that Jake knows what he wants in a partner, but I don't understand why since he's been expressing himself throughout the entire process. She might be a little slow. They get in a hammock and drink champagne, then he does it; Jake gives Gia the fantasy suite card. As she reads it aloud her voice irks me more and more. Jake asks if she wants to spend the night with him in the fantasy suite and Gia says yes. They strip down to their bathing suits and get in the rose pedaled bubble bath and make-out. He tells us he could propose to her.

Jake's second date in St. Lucia is with Tenley, the 25 year old college admissions clerk. They greet each other with hugs and kisses in a grass field, where stands a helicopter. He takes her up and they fly around the island then land to have a picnic. She asks him how he'll pursue her when this process is over. He replies by picking up and taking her somewhere via plane. Then he says in 20 years he'll still have a boy crush on his wife. Um how do you know what you'll feel in 20 years? They walk on the black sand holding hands; they get in their bathing suits and head to the water. They make-out while in the water and she calls him a naughty boy. At night they get dressed up and head to a private dinner. They hold hands and talk about falling in love with each other. Then he asks her to dance (to no music) and dips her numerous times, which leads her to say to him "dip me forever". Back at the table he tells her he has something to give her that he's really excited about. She reads the fantasy suite card and tells him yes she'll stay with him overnight. They tour the room and she reminds him that she doesn't do this with just anyone. They jump in their private pool and make-out.

The final date in St. Lucia is with Vienna, the 23 year old marketing representative. They are at a dock staring at the ship that was used in the movie Pirates Of The Caribbean. She's super (annoyingly) giggly and he calls her playful and kiddish. They lie down and make-out on the ship (get a room). Jake puts on a bandanna, holds a plastic machete and acts like a pirate. They jump in the water from the ship and laugh and play. I cannot stand her smile; It looks so forced and fake. They lay on the beach and make-out and play in the sand and water. At night they get dressed in evening wear and head to dinner. I just don't understand why her makeup never changes. He asks her when she wants to start having kids and if she's really ready to be married. He asks her what she's expecting from a marriage. He asks her what kind of engagement ring she would like. If he chooses her I'm going to die (I sound like Ali)! She asks him if he could see her as his wife. He answers yes, but he has fallen for the other two women too. She tells him she cannot see her life without him in it and that she is in love with him. He thanks her and gives her the fantasy suite card. She says yes and they head off. Without hesitation she goes off and changes into a white nightie and they go the rose pedal covered bed and make-out. She interrupts the make-out session by getting up to close the door on the cameras. Good-night.

The next day as Jake is getting dressed his room phone rings and it's Ali on the other end. She tells him that she's a mess and that she now knows she made the wrong choice. She tells him that she wants to come back and he shouldn't let her fear and her mistake prevent them from finding out if the two of them are really a match. He's silent. She continues to apologize and tells him she doesn't want to be a workaholic. She asks him to let her come back to see her even for just a second. She tells him her feelings for him are even stronger. She's clearly doing most of the talking. He thanks her and tells her how hurt he was when she left. He tells her the week they missed together was a critical week and that he's in love with the other women. She said she'll forever regret that decision. They hang up. What a dummy. Should have thought of the repercussions. I really hope she's not the next bachelorette.

Jake finishes getting dressed after that rude interruption. He meets host Chris Harrison to discuss the week with the girls. Then he leaves Jake to reflect, stare at pictures, and listen to the girls' video plea. As he's watching the videos the girls arrive one-by-one for the rose ceremony. Chris Harrison greets the women, reminds them that one girl will be going home then introduces Jake. Jake gives the first rose to Tenley, no surprise. The second rose goes to....... Vienna! He's going to marry Tenley or Vienna. Gia is going home. He takes Gia's hand and walks her to a bench to speak privately. She is sweating profusely, but I love that she's trying not to cry. He tells her his feelings for the other two women are stronger. She tells him that she understands because the two remaining girls are great girls. Wow what a good sport. She tells us that she's shocked and disappointed. Jake goes back and hugs the last two girls who are grinning ear-to-ear. He tells them they will finally get to meet his family. Next week is the reunion with the dumped 23 girls. Should be good.

Topsy Curvy

2010-02-15T12:15:00.006-05:00

I love the idea of a boxy oversized top paired with the trendy very fitted bandage skirt. Obviously you have to be figure conscious to pull this look off, but done right this look can be stylishly worn during the day or out at night.

All tops from Urban Outfitters. All bottoms from BCBG.

Vote for me!

2010-02-12T11:39:00.008-05:00

United Colors of Benetton is having a competition in which the winner of a global casting for "regular" people will be flown to NYC to appear in their Fall/Winter 2010 ad campaign. So log on and vote for me please (suduke is my searchable name)!