20% Off Sale Items @ Shop Jake
What’s on sale? Habitual jeans, summery dresses by Tucker, vampy Barbara Bui stilettos.
Use code ‘extra 20′ to get an additional 20% off sale items at Shop Jake. Barbara Bui shoes…I hear you calling my name!
Obama T-Shirts: Wear Your Politics on Your Chest
Barack Obama is now the Democratic nominee for the ‘08 presidential election and fashion-forward politicos can wear their Obama love on their chests.
We haven’t seen this much fever for a candidate since JFK, so how appropriate that the Baracksmith t-shirt from Rocksmith (top) channeled Warhol’s paintings of icons like Jackie Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe.
If you’re more of an 80’s baby, go retro and throw back to the days of Marty McFly with a Barack is the Future tee from Sons of Liberty.
To be fair, I probably should have dug up a McCain hoodie or something, but um…no.
I Want My Vintage Dior!
I love shopping vintage because it practically guarantees that you won’t show up at a party in that same Milly dress three other girls are wearing. But when you have one-of-a-kind pieces, plus rare vintage, plus legendary designer — sweetie, you have the freaking fashion trifecta.
The vintage Dior collection at Yoox includes pieces from as far back as the 1940’s culled from auction houses and private collectors.
The selections from 1960-70 represent an especially delicious chance to nab a piece of fashion history from the short period of time that recently deceased Yves Saint Laurent spent as the creative force behind Dior. Trust me, those pieces are going fast.
But even if you can’t afford a $10,000 vintage evening gown (and who can these days?), fret not because there are still some small pieces that you can scoop up.
Vintage scarves from the 1940’s-1950’s run about $115 to $125 and some small bijoux and brooches are under $200.
All so that you can have the pleasure of saying: “Oh this old thing? It’s vintage Dior, dahling”.
Make Me a Rockstar
Elaborate beading on a black tank turns a wardrobe staple into a statement-making piece. Slip it on under a blazer and punch up a simple outfit with cool embellishment. (on sale now for $58)
Colorful accessories are the perfect place to experiment with semi-precious stones. Shoulder-scraping lapis chandelier earrings by Siman Tu ($275) give your evening look a pop of brilliantly hued blue.
Metallics and stones are an organic combo. Bronze sandals by Bo’em ($195) are the perfect backdrop for three naturally-shaped and marbled stones.
Straw bags are a must-have for beach weather, but when you trade in your carryall for a little raffia clutch, you’ve suddenly gone from beach to chic. Kotur’s straw clutch ($311) with polished jade and tigereye clasp is right at home at a breezy patio soirée on a balmy night. Clutch in one hand, caipirinha in the other.
Hot off her ‘06 CFDA Fashion Fund award, designer Doo-Ri Chung has put her own spin on Swarovski with a 20-piece collection for Atelier Swarovski. This modern but delicate doo.ri cuff ($245) puts chunky crystal pieces on a burgundy cuff and covers them in gauzy organza.
Mother’s Day Gifts for the International Mama
Mother’s Day Gifts for the International Mama
It’s only 5 days until Mother’s Day, but it’s not too late to get mom something nice, especially with express shipping from Eluxury, Vivre and other retailers.
Marrakesh Pagoda Candle by Seda France
Hand-poured soy blend candle comes beautifully packaged in a colorful pagoda box. Richly scented orange, cinnamon and fig transport you to the markets of Marrakesh even when you haven’t left home. $38 at Vivre
Nyakio Grape, Eucalyptus & Sugar Body Scrub
Pamper mom with little luxuries. Nyakio’s natural products exfoliate and rejuvenate skin using ancient secrets of Kenyan beauty. $42.00 for 18 oz.
Set her Mother’s Day to a Brazilian-tinged jazz beat with the hot sounds of Astrud Gilberto: The Diva Series
Embroidered Ballet Flat by Maloles
Black embroidery on crisp white Aztec-inspired flats. Pair them with jeans and a tailored white shirt for a cool Sunday brunch look. $300 at Vivre
Castaway Jewelry African Sea Glass Multi Strand Necklace
Surprise mom with a necklace made from strands of African sea glass. Rough-shaped teal and blue sea glass create a natural, beachy piece of jewelry. $180 at Couture Candy
Alexis Hudson Santorini Clutch
Gold hardware on a white, snakeskin clutch takes you far from the white-washed walls and beautiful beaches of Santorini $350 at Pink Mascara
