What I Just Bought: Adding Mileage to the Winter Wardrobe
I love this time of year! The holiday shopping is done. We embark on a fresh new year! The spring lines hit the department stores and boutiques and all the winter gear gets marked down anywhere between 40%-75% off! To celebrate the reduced prices and the new year, I decided to give my winter wardrobe a few finishing touches before I begin to acquire my Spring wardrobe. Take a look at what I picked up!
Juicy Couture Footwear
Evie Gold Ring Flat $225
Glamorous flats make any ensemble feel a little fancy.Patent leather flat with linked ring detail at vamp and perforated heart detail throughout. 1/4" metallic-covered heel. Embossed 'Smells Like Couture' lettering at metallic-leather sole. Dust bag included.Made in Italy.
This is a revolution for me because one of my New Years resolutions was to actually stop wearing heels so much! I've been practically living in stilettos since my 18th birthday and since than I can't even tell you how many stories I've heard from older women who "remember when they could wear those heels!" I had previously purchased the Tory Burch ballet flats, but found them a little uncomfortable to wear as they forced my foot to be completely flat. These actually have a little bit of a heel which is nice since I think my foot has a permanent arch from all the heels I've worn!
Frye
Liv Buckled Hidden Platform Pump $188
Sexy in that downtown-cool way we love.Leather pump with D-ring buckle at vamp and buckle detail behind heel. 3/4" hidden platform and 4.5" covered heel. Rubber patch at leather sole.
Again I've done another favor for my feet. The sturdy heel packs more ankle support and the forgiving round toe allows good wiggle room. I love the orange lining and stacked heel. These are all grown-up yet sexy instead of maternal.
Botkier
Sasha Small Duffel $635
We love a glamorous bag, but a glamorous bag that's practical, too? Now that's just brilliant.Leather handbag with flap pocket at front and metallic strap detail at front and back. Ruching at sides. Rolled double handles and detachable shoulder strap. 19" main compartment zipper. Lined interior features 7" zipper pocket and 2 patch pockets. Dust bag included.13"H x 17"L x 5"D.5" strap drop.Imported.
I am probably one of the most picky people around when it comes to finding a handbag. I truly do believe in ponying up and spending the loot on a good bag however everything about it has to be right. It has to have the look, the color, and the functionality. It also has to have a real style appeal to it that doesn't easily bore me, since I tend to carry my handbags from anywhere from 4-6 months. I already have this Botkier in black and love it so much I figured the gray bag would be a nice transition from Winter to Spring.
Mint Jodi Arnold
Button Back Ponte Dress $396 SALE $198
Available exclusively at shopbop.com.Exclusive, adorable, and a dash of shine. We couldn't possibly desire anything more.Soft, heavy-jersey dress with crystal detail and satin banding at neck. 7 button closure at back. Pleating at cuffs. 3/4 sleeves.32" long.Shell: 69% rayon/24% nylon/7% polyurethane.Trim: 51% viscose/49% spun rayon.Dry clean.Imported.For more info about our exclusives, click here.
Lately, I can't seem to go on a shopping escapade without picking up a new dress. I debated for a while between the black and the ivory on this piece but at long last choose the ivory as I thought again it would make a nice transition into the Spring. I also opted to go a size smaller, from the 6 to the 4, so the dress would be a little shorter and pair well under jeans or leggings. At 50% off this item was a steal!
Sunner
Calgary Ruffle Coat $524 SALE $262
The perfect coat makes cold weather so much more bearable.Double-breasted, felt coat with 4-button closure and ruffle trim at front and double hook-and-eye closure at neck. Flap pockets at hip. Long sleeves. Lined bodice.36" long.Body: 70% wool/20% nylon/10% cashmere.Lining: 100% acetate.Dry clean.Made in the U.S.A.
So you already went out and purchased the jacket you just had to have this season. Now it's time to go find the coat you saw after you purchased that jacket and even better -- catch it on sale. This purchase really requires no explanation. It's a new take on a classic and in a neutral color and at a fantastic savings, it earns the title as the sound "Deal of the Week".
Happy Shopping!
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Download Date: 01/03/2008
