I would like to wear this dress to a modern art museum and attempt to blend in with a painting. Maybe Jill at Trend de la Creme can find the right painting for me. The shapes remind me of this Picasso but the color scheme is wrong. UPDATED TO ADD: Jill came through for me,…
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Old Yeller
Before you vote on a J.Crew corduroy color for me in my poll on the right, keep in mind that not only do I have this citron skirt, but I also have this one. I think the above skirt can safely be described as a “vintage” Versace, if we define vintage as “that skirt length…
Best J. Crew Ad Ever
Just as I was posting about J. Crew’s “matchstick”-cut, neon pink corduroys earlier this week, gorgeous blogger Karen of Of a Certain Age was getting the same cords in an intense citron color. How desperately do you want these now? Karen looks amazing! After seeing this photo, I feel like anyone with any sense at…
Beautiful Bloggers and Baubles, Part II
I am unable to resist following up yesterday’s post with this exceptionally adorable self-portrait by Susanna of Jewel Box Dreams, who is modeling her new WendyB-designed Diana Ring. If cuteness were against the law, I’d have to make a citizen’s arrest!
Beautiful Bloggers Buying Baubles
When I wrote the title of this post, something about it seemed familiar. I finally realized I was thinking of a line in The Berenstains’ B Book: “beautiful baboon blowing bubbles.” Please note that that is NOT a comment on the appearance of any of my gorgeous blogging clients. However, it might be a sign…
In the Pink
When I was in middle school, I had bright pink corduroys and a matching pink satin blouse. I felt so beauteous in that outfit. Here are some pink cords from J. Crew. You’ll have to find your own matching blouse. What?! I can’t do everything for you.
eBay Buy-It-Now Picks
The eBay seller Science Fiction Vintage has some great pieces at good prices. I’m very tempted by the Japanese caped suit. This backwards tuxedo dress by Pierre Cardin would allow me to have my Celine Dion moment. And those of you young gals who are all about the short and tight (you know who you…
Bows on an Angle
This butt bow is off to the side. Dress by Twenty8Twelve On sale for $144, down from $312, on ASOS And my gorgeous father, GeorgeB, found an unusual vertical boob bow while walking past Dior and thoughtfully took a picture for us. Thanks, GeorgeB!
Tell Me About It … Stud!
Today’s eBay picks are brought to you by Olivia Newton-John in Grease. Vintage studded Anne Klein boots Vintage studded dress 1930s studded belt Burberry Prorsum studded clutch If you bid, don’t forget to snipe! Getting back to Olivia’s definition of a stud, any studs reading this should check out my thoughts on men’s jewelry over…
Only Happy When It Rains
Burberry’s studded rain boots are on sale for $270, down from $450 (reduction reflected at checkout). Make sure you use this private sale link, courtesy of Madison Avenue Spy. The sale is on till tomorrow. UPDATED TO ADD: In case you were wondering, I find the reduced price steep but not appalling. How often do…