November 2007

Cyber Monday? Er, Okay

We’re pretty sure whoever’s behind Cyber Monday is also behind, like, bad 7-11 promotions (not that we don’t love 7-11, but you know what we mean). Anyway, there are loads of not-totally-bad promotions out there today, so we thought we’d share: The Apple Store is giving free shipping on all their Gift Guide things. We are a little overly proud of over early adapter status on Apple, but we’ve been a little meh on the shops since we were accosted by perhaps the grumpiest motherfucker in all of Summit, NJ, last year, when we dared to check our email—our dot mac email, no less!—on one of the store computers, nevermind that that is like (a) their fucking business plan and (b) there was an unused, identical computer right next to us. (You can maybe tell that we’re still not over this.)

Anyway: Apple Gift Guide. Free shipping today. Cyber Monday. Sort of WTF, but … free shipping.

Above: 8GB Nano, $149

Source: Cyber Monday? Er, Okay

BS Hearts: Little Holiday Treats for Yourself

Gifts! Even nicer when they are purchased for the self. Maybe they are better described as treats. These are like cupcakes. But no annoying calories!

So apparently we’re feeling a bit ADD after the nine 20 oz. Diet Cokes we just drank, but we love these little reindeer—er, they’re calling them deer, but they seem perfectly Blixen-ized to us—and even more, the accompanying Xmas trees. Tiny, holiday-ish treats! Perfectly appropriate before all the real-deal gift-buying sets in.

Set of three deer, about $54

These trees are even nicer in person, btw.

Wooden trees, $20 and up

Source: BS Hearts: Little Holiday Treats for Yourself

Last Day To Enter Our Contest!

Now that the holidays are in full swing (as evidenced by hearing ‘Christmas in Hollis’ for the first time this year), all our holiday memories come flooding back. What better time to enter our contest? We’ve already received some really amazing entries, but please continue to enter! Email us here! Please also indicate what hoodie color you’d most prefer. You have until 5pm EST on Monday to enter; after we’ve decided, we’ll contact the winners to get addresses, and hopefully get the ok to post their stories. Anonymously, of course; we wouldn’t want anyone to catch the grief that we caught for our original post.

We’ll also remind you that the prizes are Champion Super Hood hoodies. We’ve been wearing ours nonstop this weekend, and it’s kept us warm in the meat locker-like temperatures our family seems to thrive in. When we were in school, Champion was THE brand to wear; we distinctly remember having several pairs of shorts, a few tshirts, and a sweatshirt or two we absolutely loved. We had a friend who worked at the Champion store near our high school, and we would visit her and be so incredibly jealous. We, at the time, worked at Speedo and felt inferior.

In any case, Champion still is one of the brands we’re always going back to, and we especially love their new photo campaign. You can see it here.

Winners for the contest will be announced (hopefully) tomorrow!

-LB

Source: Last Day To Enter Our Contest!

Christian Louboutin Very Prive Paillette Platforms [ShoeBlitz - Shoe Fashions]

Another fabulous shoe from Christian Louboutin - sequin covered peep-toe platforms.

What’s hot about these shoes is the color! They are a subtle blush shade that would look perfect with any evening outfit this holiday season.

Whether you are wearing red, black or anything in between, these platform pumps will glam up your look.

You can these gorgeous shoes at Net-A-Porter for $995.

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How White Is Your Teeth? [Metro Style Men]

Having sparkling white teeth can certainly boost any healthy and metro style conscious male. After all, teeth is the first thing that people will notice. Some people even rely on their smiles to make a living. The difference between slightly yellow and stained teeth with white teeth is like driving an ordinary multi-purpose vehicle and a Lamborghini Gallardo.

That’s why you will probably notice there are tons of teeth whitening products and service like Opalescence Teeth Whitening system is available nowadays. You might think you can do it yourself, but I would highly recommend you to get the expert to do it for you instead.

Source: Forma

Source: How White Is Your Teeth? [Metro Style Men]

An Ode to the Beloved

That’s it - it’s been found.   I will procure it with a beaming smug face.  It will stay with me.  It will travel with me.  I will wear it to death.  It will be my unopinionated, unbiased best friend.  I will pass it on to whoever wants my rags when I leave this world.

It’s the investment come January 2008 that will leave me eating beans on toast for three weeks but seeing as I’m practically buying a lifetime companion, it’s a comparatively small price to pay.

I came into contact with my intended-beloved via the photoshoot I was styling this weekend.  It is the Jean Pierre Braganza SS08 leather jacket as modelled by model Harriet here… 

In the lookbook images, the true beauty of the jacket really couldn’t shine, but having tried it on and touched it, and as I have been coo-ing at it with adoring eyes for disturbing periods of time…without a shadow of doubt, it will be mine…

It is perfectly cut (not too loose or tight) and the perfect length (not too cropped or long).

The leather is uniquely texturised - looking like normal leather from afar but upclose has a raised snakeskin/croc look and feels a little rubbery. 

When the jacket is on, it is snug and a little bit like being enveloped by a boyfriend because of the smell and slight masculine side of the jacket. 

With 100% certainty, the jacket woud work with everything and anything hence why it will be worn to death.

So there it is…. my ode to my intended garment life-partner.  The boyf will understand…I’ll break it to him gently…

Source: An Ode to the Beloved

The French Have Plus-Size Down Pat [Dapper Diva]

Awesome new blog alert! I’d like to comment that while I adore this plus-size blog, I don’t speak French. However (and surprisingly), my Portuguese skills really came in handy when I was reading Les Modeuses Rondes. It’s a great French language blog that covers the best looks from a world of brands that I need to start checking out– So Spicy, Kiabi, Office Shoes, and Lady Luck Rules OK. Check this blog out, even if it’s just to look at the pretty pictures. It’s very, very exciting!

Source: The French Have Plus-Size Down Pat [Dapper Diva]

DKNY Jeans “Ludlow” Jeans, Under $50 [Style It Less]

This DKNY Jeans “Ludlow” Jeans is denim stretch and slightly low-rise. Perfect for women who aren’t really into low-rise jeans yet still want that hip-flattering kind pair of jeans that doesn’t look like the awful looking “Mommy Jeans“. It also has 5 pockets for an added style and the slim-boot cut legs that will cater to knee-high boots or look stunning with stilettos. Available sizes start in 2 to 16. And best of all, it’s only $48.

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