I’m strictly a high heel (or wedge) kind of woman, but for those of you who do flats, The Shoe Goddess pointed out these great fringed boots. $458 at Shopbop
Current/Elliott Rolled-Up Jeans
For the brave, fashion-forward souls who like the look of rolled-up jeans, I have another suggestion, in addition to the Acne Jeans that I pointed out last month. These sex-ay Current/Elliott boyfriend jeans are available at Singer 22 for $229. Want more choices? People Magazine identifies Katie Holmes’ jeans as Prps. Amanda Peet has Earnest…
The Cost of Living
Last month, I bought 16 inches of heavy 18K chain for $444. The same chain cost me $255 in 2006.
Jackets: Old, New and Owned
Someone needs to buy me this ’60s printed leather and denim jacket by Cavalli. $645 at Swank Vintage Speaking of jackets, Under the Stares is yet another blogger who is yearning for a marching band/military-type jacket. For her, my fellow Adam Ant fan, If You’re Into It, found this Converse by John Varvatos jacket. $795…
Seen on Phoebe
The psychedelic See by Chloe dress that I posted a while ago has been ruined for me by Dlisted’s adored Phoebe Price (aka “Chicken Cutlets”). Phoebe Price is to Dlisted what Coco is to me. That’s the answer to a question on next year’s SATs, by the way: “Phoebe Price is to Dlisted as _______…
Never Say Never
I’m amused that people are so aghast over Katie Holmes’ recent outings in rolled-up jeans. Embed from Getty Images We all said we would never wear skinny, bell-bottom, high-waisted or acid-washed jeans again, and those have all made a comeback. Basically, never is the next new thing. So why not try roll-ups? Katie’s pair looks…
A Sneak Peek
Just a glimpse! The dogs aren’t available for the traditional picture right now. They will try to fit me into their schedule later this weekend.
MMMMMMMMMMMMelissa
This week, gorgeous client Melissa received her custom-ordered “M” Boleyn necklace from me. We celebrated with numerous glasses of Prosecco. After the drinks, my photography skills were impaired, so you can just barely see the necklace on Melissa in this photo. MMMMMMMMMelissa Here’s a better look at the necklace. Boleyn Necklace© Wendy Brandes 2007-2008Photo by…
Random Video Amusement
This kid is a genius. Enjoy! And thanks (kind of) to my friend Christian Francis Roth for introducing me to/traumatizing me with Old Gregg. AND RANDOM NEWS OF THE DAY…When I was in London this month, I walked by a FrostFrench store and wondered out loud how the label was staying in business, apparently with…
Another Short (Skirt) Story
I think this American Apparel skirt is short enough to avoid frumpiness, while avoiding the frightening brevity of the Acne Jeans skirt. Please excuse the waist-down photos. I’ve been having some bad face days.