Favorites Of The Day

This is a cute shoe!

Fendi
"Zucca Lace-Up Stiletto"

Available at E-Luxury

I don't know if I have anything that I can wear with these but thats ok, we will take care of that! Because I'm wearing these shoes!

Versace
"Patent Peep Toe Pump"
Available at E-Luxury

Not only is this dress on point, but the price is unbelievable from what it originally was. It's over 80% off! That's why I love Gilt Group. If you are willing to wait a little bit sometimes you can get some really nice things for next to nothing. And oh by the way, there's a friend of mine who got this same exact dress at the regular price earlier this year, I sooooo want to go and tell her how much I got it for!

Doo Ri
"Deep V-Neck Halter Dress"
Available at Gilt Group

Another charm bracelet is what I first said when I saw this bracelet by Louis Vuitton. Then I looked a little closer at the lock and key and thought "How Cute!

Louis Vuitton
"Breloques Bracelet"
Available at Louis Vuitton

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Not only perfect for your New Year's Celebrations but look at the way this dress is made. Small gathering mid-bust to create that dramatic "V." Then the tiny hem is about 4 or 5 inches above the knee. Now this is an instant classic, especially if you can get it in solids like a red or a black. You can even dress it up with a floral broach directly in the center or on the upper left hand shoulder. Or you could wear a long, floor length chiffon, black scarf thrown over your shoulders.

DKNY
"Silk Chiffon Dress"
Available at DKNY

Actually I like this coat. It's just that I would've like to seen it tailored a bit more right above the waist. You know to give it a more definitive swing. Other than that this coats a winner. Oh, and did I mention it's on sale too!

Alvin Valley
"Clementine Swing Coat"
Available at Gilt Groupe

I'm seriously trying to stop posting shoes for a while but I guess I know that "ain't gonna happen" no time soon. I'd wear these with some straight legged jeans or a nice pencil skirt. Feminine indeed with the nice little bow in the front. These definitely go under my no borrow (ever) rule.

Luana Vallesi
"Camel Velvet Bow Suede High Heeled Boots"
Available at Forzieri

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What a bag! Burberry got my attention for a second with this stylish bag. Comes in "Stone" color too (light grey)

Burberry
"Large Nylon Joss Tote"
Available at Neiman Marcus

Check out M.A.C.'s eyelash collection. It's practical, playful, sophisticated, and jazzy all at the same time. Your eyes never had so much going on for them before!

MAC
"The Mighty Lash"
Available at M.A.C. Cosmetics

These Choo sandals will get you in the mood for spring!

Jimmy Choo
"Pixie Mirror Leather Sandal"
Available at Jimmy Choo

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These are the pumps! (For now anyway) You can pre-order them at E-Luxury.

Dolce and Gabbana
"Swirl Stiletto Pump"

Available at E-Luxury

This dress is on sale but what's more important is that a lot of other dresses are on sale at FCUK and what's even more important than that, there are d-e-e-p discounts, I'm talkin at least 80% off. There are some items that I had to do a double take on because they were so deeply discounted.

FCUK
"Felted Knits Dress"
Available at FCUK

Cute bag!

Coach
"New Penelope Leather Shopper"
Available at Coach

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Have A Very Happy Holiday Season

From The F*Word

Favorites Of The Day

Here are a few of the things that I had slated to show you this year that I almost didn't. They are just as stylish and timely now as they were when I first laid eyes on them. So let's get it started.......

As with all fragrances, Chanel's Mademoiselle is an exercise in preference. It's a preference that will soon give way to a "must have" because this fragrance is heavenly!

Chanel
"Coco Mademoiselle"
Available at Chanel

This shoe I'd probably wear late into the fall and sneak it out once or twice during the winter. It's that cute!

Bruno Frisoni
"Petrol Frilled Ribbon Slingbacks"
Available at Vivre

Totally gotta have this bag.

Liberty of London
"Black Handbag"
Available at Liberty of London

Now this is a classy bag!

Forzieri
"Stamped Leather Handbag"
Available at Forzieri

You have got to see this shoe up close and personal. The artistry is awesome.

Casadei
"Wedge Shoes"
Available at Far Fetch

I don't want to be without this bag!

Mayle
"Agnes Bag"
Available at E-Luxury

"I can resist anything but temptation."---Oscar Wilde

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Barbie

The Ultimate Collection Barbie is now available for purchase at Assouline. The iconic gal turns 50 next year, and it's only fitting to celebrate her fashion highlights. Designers like Christian Dior, Anna Sui and Bob Mackie have dressed her over the years, and this coffee table tome shows all the highlights--in that signature shade of pink. It's a Collectible worth having for all you fashionistas.

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Now this is coat I can wear!

Karen Millen
"Sheepskin With Patent Coat"
Available at Karen Millen

All I can say is this shoe is beautiful.

John Galliano
"Suede Shoes With Fringed Strap"
Available at Far Fetch

Jimmy Choo is at it again. New from Choo. I like it.

Jimmy Choo
"Alex Gloss Python Handbag"

Available at Jimmy Choo

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Come on now you didn't think I forgot about the total look did you? This kit has everything in it that you'll need to sculpt your eyes into the work of art that they are.

Make Up Forever
"Back to Black Collection"
Available at Sephora

Can't go wrong with a sweater like this. Don't forget that hat either. It's a smart combination. I would put a flower or bow on the side of that hat.

Merino
"Wool Tie-Waist Textured Cardigan"
Available at Banana Republic

I wish I could tell you this is the last pair of booties I'm going to show you but every time I think that, I see something else that just makes me go "Girl, Did You See That Shoe!"

L.A.M.B
"Round Toe Heeled Shoe"
Available at ASOS

"Change is the constant, the signal for rebirth, the egg of the phoenix."---Christina Baldwin

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I'm gonna wear the threads out of this blouse! Too cute!

Dior
"Poplin Tie-Sleeve Blouse"
Available at Vivre

The Spring Season you'll see a lot of dresses made like this. If you should happen to buy one keep it for at least a few years, it's bound to come back up.

Robert Rodriguez
"Circle Embroidery Dress"
Available at E-Luxury

I tried real hard but the shoes I can't even begin to get them out of my system. Is there a shoe rehab? Anyway, aren't these boots cute? Kurt Geiger
"Suede Tassle Detail Shoe Boots"
Available at ASOS

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Chanel La Collection Paris - Moscow

OR DE RUSSIE

NUIT DE RUSSIE

FEU DE RUSSIE

Didn't we know that there had to be more to come from Karl Lagerfeld's Chanel Paris Moscow Fashion Show. This offering is unique in color. Three rich, bold colors that really ask you to wear them. Glamorous Gold, beautiful blue, and a rich burgundy are all there for you to have at Chanel.com.

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Juicy Couture Does Barbie

You know that sound you make when you press down all of a sudden on your cars breaks? I think that's what I did when I discovered these too cute Barbie Dolls by Gela and Pam at Juicy Couture. The detail is painstakingly real a standard for any Barbie Doll. Look at the accessories on these dolls, I see earrings, a necklace, a bracelet, a faux fur jacket, and before I run out of room to tell you about it, I do believe that's the Classic Chanel Logo on those shoes. At any rate I want that dress that they are wearing!

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Now I definitely could go for this. A basket full of all the candy I grew up with. Now I just have to find a room where me and my candy can be alone!

Barneys New York
"Retro Candy Bundle"
Available at Barneys

Santa baby! I've really been a good girl, So hurry down the chimney tonight! I mean like.......right now! Come on!

Yves Saint Laurent
"Ostrich Totem Bag In African Violet"
Available at Yves Saint Laurent

This dress is kinda cute with it's whipped stitched collar and hem. It's even got puffy sleeves and a nice little ruffle going on. Now that's what I call creative for a fitted sheath!

Karen Millen
"Bold Check Dress"
Available at Karen Millen

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Cool Beach

THE house of Versace is pioneering a cooling system - so that guests to its esteemed Palazzo Versace hotel in Dubai might be able to walk across the beach attached to it without burning their feet.

According to the Sunday Times, the world's first "refrigerated beach" will comprise a network of pipes beneath the surface of the sand that contain a coolant to absorb the sun's heat. The hotel's swimming pool will also be refrigerated and there are proposals to install giant blowers to waft a breeze over the beach in a bid to attract guests in the already-saturated market, which attracts the most exclusive of guests looking for the ultimate in luxury.

"We will suck the heat out of the sand to keep it cool enough for to lie on," confirms Soheil Abedian, founder and president of Palazzo Versace. "This is the kind of luxury that top people want."

Hyder Consulting - a British construction consultancy - is overseeing the engineering on the project for what will be the second Palazzo Versace in the world (the first is already operating on Australia's Gold Coast), due to open in 2010.

Okay, Seriously?

Thanks Liesa Baenett

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You know I can't help myself. It's all about shoes/boots today. Besides, everywhere I look I see a sale so here we go.

Patricia PePe
"Platform Mid Lace Up Boots"
Available at ASOS

Lookin for some shoes to go partying in? Go to Karen Miller.

Karen Millen

"Studded Court"
Available at Karen Millen

Of course I'm going to find somewhere, anywhere to go out to wear these shoes. By the way, they are on a serious sale! I'm telling you, you'd better check this one out!

Via Spiga
"Quinn Cabernet Platform Pump"
Available at Rue La La

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Shopping List Update

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American Tourister Get 50% off plus buy one get one 50% off

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Anhropologie Free shipping now through Dec 19. Join the site for sales

Antonia's Free shipping within the USA

Apivita 20% off all Proproline Hair Products

Armani 30% off all full price merchandise, free shipping on orders of $100.00 or more

Babylon Bus Online Register in the upper right hand corner of homepage

Baby Phat take an additional 20% off sale merchandise

Banana Republic Save up 40% off on Dec. 12-14th

Barney's Select "Sale" in Upper right section of homepage, Holiday Sale

Barns & Noble Take an additional 10% off and up to 40% off Holiday Picks

BeBe Up to 30% off

Best Buy Check site for sales

Blackberry On sale at Sprint, AT&T

Bloomingdale's Free shipping on orders of $100.00 plus up to 40% off selected items

Bobbi Brown Free Shipping on any order

Borders Save up to 40% on Hardcover Bestsellers

Borghese Free shipping for orders over $60.00. Various great buys.

Brooks Brothers Save up to 40% off original retail price

Brookstone Up to 50% off selected merchandise

Brown's Fashion's Select sale on lower right hand corner of homepage

Burberry You'd better get on over there, up to 50% off

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Clementine Sale

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Clive Christianson It's just good info to have the web address!

Coach Free shipping on purchases of $150.00 or more within US only.

Converse Everything you need to know is there under Shopping FAQ in lower right corner

Costco Sales everywhere!

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David Yurman You can find him in stores like Neiman Marcus, Saks etc

David's Footwear Just a gift card offered no sales

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Diesel Sale 50% off FW 2008 apparel

Dillard's Free shipping when you spend $99.00 or more up to 40% off on selected merchandise

DKNY Up to 40% off on selected merchandise

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Ed Hardy Join newsletter for specials

E-Luxury Take an extra 30% off sale items

Emillo Pucci Register with site for sales info

eModa Super Sale up to 70% off and take 30% off sale items, free shipping both ways!

Endless Click on sale in upper right corner, plus lots of other goodies

Erikson Beamon Just to provide you with a link, his products available at Net-A-Porter

Estee Lauder Click on Special Offer to the upper right side of the homepage

FAO Swartz Deals, Deals, Dealz!

FCUK Click on sale in the upper left hand side of the homepage

Fendi No sales on website, but you can go to places like Net-A-Porter

Ferragamo No sales on website however you can go to e-luxury, net-a-porter

Forzieri Click on "Sale" in the upper right hand corner

Footcandy 40% off Designer Footwear (I am so there!)

Gap Gap card members get free shipping on orders of over $100.00

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Gianfranco Ferre No Sale at this site but you can go to e-luxury

Gilt Groupe ALWAYS A SALE, Selected designers

Godiva Free Standard Shipping on orders of $75.00 or more

Gucci Click on website exclusives for specials

Guess Click on "Sale" on the upper middle portion of page

Hancock Fabrics 50% off selected items, and other deals too!

Harrod's Up to 40% off selected items

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Hollywould Sale over but check back for specials

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HSN They've got all kinds of deals!

Ideeli THINGS ARE ALWAYS ON SALE!!! MEMBERSHIP IS FREE!!! SELECT "JOIN HERE"

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Indi Jeans No sale but well worth the investment

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Issa No sale on site but can be found at e-luxury, net-a-porter

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Jimmy Choo Select the On-line Boutique, then select sale

Jo Malone Shop Holiday Gifts and you can select "Gift" on the right hand side of the homepage

Jo Ann Fabrics Up to 50% off Selected Items

Juicy Couture Various specials

K.B. Toys Free Shipping on over 800 items and other deals too!

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Kmart Sale! Up to 50% off on selected items

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M.A.C. Cosmetics Current promotion is free ground shipping for orders over $50.00

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Macy's Too many deals to pick just one, so click "Sale" in the upper right corner

Marc Ecko Buy 1 item this weekend get the second item 50% off

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Muse Ten Click on "Sale" at the lower left hand side of the menu

Nanette Lapore Select "Sale" in the lower left hand corner of the home page

Neiman Marcus Take 60% off and take 20% to 30% already reduced prices plus more deals

Net-A-Porter Up to 50% off

Nordstrom Free gift wrapping various other deals

Old Navy Various Sales

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Sam's Club You know it's a Sale everyday! (I'm gonna need my therapist!)

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Vermont Teddy Bears Free shipping

Victoria's Secret 100 plus gifts up to 50% off and other deals, I'm there!

Vivre 40% off selected merchandise, other deals too!

Favorites Of The Day

This is rather unique for a charm bracelet.

Henri Bendal
"West 57th Street Jumbo Charm Bracelet"
Available at Henri Bendal

Black pearls and white pearls strung beautifully to create these earrings. Sigh!

Giovanna Broggian for Mikimoto
"Pearl Earrings"
Available at Neiman Marcus

Something a little different. These Choo's are alright.

Jimmy Choo
"Paxton Rainbow Snake Sandal"
Available at Jimmy Choo

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Goyard Trunk

Imagine my surprise when I found this Goyard Trunk by Assouline available at Revolve Clothing. Now the most significant thing about this trunk is that it's filled with over 100 of Assouline's signature Memoire photo-biographies on art, fashion, design and architecture. Assouline's books include photo-biographies on Lanvin, Chanel, Le Corbusier, and Bauhaus. Now the trunk is a work of art in and of itself. It's got exquisite detail on it that's both aesthetic and functional. It's exclusive to Revolve Clothing and the Assouline Store in Paris France.

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Favorites Of The Day

Honey Hush! I mean be quiet! Ooohh, this shoe is too hot!

Brian Atwood
"Marielle Satin Pumps"
Available at Net-a-Porter

This coat is not only structurally smart but it's got so much other stuff going on yet it all comes together. From the bell sleeves to the black trim on the pocket, to the cleverly styled collar this coat has got it going on!

Mackage
"JUJU-V"
Available at Mackage

Now you know I need a necklace/charm bracelet. I'm noticing a lot of necklaces lately style like this one. Guess this is one trend to watch.

Givenchy
"Religious Icon Necklace"
Available at Maria Luisa Paris

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Common and MicroSoft=Softwear

So here’s a fashion collab we never saw coming: Rapper Common has partnered with Microsoft to create a clothing line called Softwear.

The line debuts in late December in specialty stores nationwide and t-shirts are expected to retail for around $32 a pop.

It’s pretty much what you would expect from the marriage of a rapper and a computer company - ’80s-inspired graphic tees with a tech twist, so picture green Doogie Howser-ish typeface artfully arranged to create various images. Or, in the words of Common, shirts that make you go, “Man, this is incredible artwork and I want to wear this and I want it to reflect beauty, creativity and humanity…look fly but say something, too. So some of the shirts got messages, some of it bring…all of it got a purpose.”

I like Common. He's positive, one of the good guys. So congrats. Do what you do!

Thank you Haley Phelan for this article.

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Favorites Of The Day

Another thing to be added to my wish list. I sure hope every body's paying attention. This is my "it" bag of the moment.

Givenchy
"Ivory Leather Top Handle Bag"
Available at Maria Luisa Paris

Head on over to Sak's Fifth Avenue's Sale of 150 gifts for $150.00. I found this neat little Chloe Collection. And you never go wrong with Chloe.

Chloe

"Chloe Holiday Set"

Available at Saks Fifth Avenue

Here's an alternative to the cocktail dress.

Nanette Lepore
"Unveil Me Ruffled Top & Sizzilin Tweed Ruffled Skirt"
Available at Nanette Lepore

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