Sales for the Week (McQ, Elizabeth and James, Splendid, Cynthia Rowley and more...)

I took Monday off, so I'm a little late to this weeks sales, the Gilt sales that started yesterday last until tonight (Doo.Ri, Thakoon, Brian Reyes and more)

Tuesday - Alice + Olivia; Elizabeth and James clothing and accessories;

Wednesday - Cynthia Rowley; Barbara Bui shoes; Splendid;

Thursday - Jewelry by Wendy Mink;

Friday - McQ; L.A.M.B;

President's Day Weekend Sale - Kain, Thurley, Rebecca Minkoff and many more...

If you are looking for anything, this is a good weekend to shop. Goldyn is offering a whopping 35% off everything on the site! Use code PRESIDENT. They manage to sweeten the deal by offering free shipping for orders over $100.

I LOVE this adorable jacket -

It would look great on pretty much everyone, works under a heavy coat as a layering piece in the winter and a lovely light jacket in the spring. And even better, it was originally $286, and now is under $90 - and even lower with the 35% off.

They also have interesting dresses -

This dress by Thurley looks like a throwback to the Great Gatsby, I love the detail on the straps and the draped fabric at the bust.

I also really like this T-shirt -

It's different, a nice slouchy t-shirt that doesn't look unkempt and again - this sale! It's just too great a deal to pass up!

Enjoy!

Kicking off the NY Shows

New York fashion week starts today, it's exciting . It's the last time it will be in Bryant Park, and there is an article about the change in the New York Times today. Click here to check that out. The big news today though that may overshadow shows is that the designer Alexander McQueen was found dead today, click here to read about that or here for a few more details.

For complete coverage of the shows(including live-blogging and tweeting), go to NY Mag, Fashionista or Style.

With the olympics also starting this weekend looks like I will be glued to the TV and computer...

I leave you with this gorgeous shot from the Alberta Ferretti pre-Fall show -

My Perfect Snow Day

Ugh, I'm tired and the rain is back. I know it's snowing like crazy all over the East Coast so I won't complain about our rain, in fact I would have loved to have been able to participate in that huge snowball fight in DC. I also wish I could stay home for a snow day in solidarity. So, in honor of that weather I miss so much - good lounge pants! I love them, and dream of days spent lounging, drinking coffee, baking random sweets and watching a Law and Order marathon.

There is the old standby - Juicy sweats -



Or these cute brightly colored pajama bottoms -



They are a little bright, but with a white or black tank or fitted long-sleeved top they will look adorable and really, when you are spending your day on the couch bright, fun pants are just right.

If brightly patterned pants aren't your thing, Old Navy has these foldover yoga and lounge pants -



The more I think about it, the more I see how perfect a fold over waistband is for a day spent on the couch watching tv and eating the sweet treats you baked. Imagine, nothing tight on the belly, perfection!

Sale Highlights for the week (Herve Leger, Carlos Falchi, 7 For All Mankind, Botkier, Oscar De La Renta...)

Monday - Carlos Falchi; Tova jewelry; 7 jeans for men and women;

Tuesday - Herve Leger, Oscar De La Renta accessories;

Wednesday - Shoshanna, Dolce Vita RTW and accessories; Vix swimwear;

Thursday - L'autre Chose, Botkier and Gustto bags;

Valentine's Day Special and Spanx Swimwear

I'm not a big Valentine's day fan, I don't like the idea of one particular day that dictates doing something special for someone, however I am a fan of doing something special. So, when shops offer discounts for Valentine's Day I'm certainly not averse to taking advantage of them!

Bare Necessities has some Valentine's deals and good news -



Spanx swimwear - fantastic! A little competition for Miracle Suit is a good thing.

They also have those Valentine's Day gifts -




Happy Shopping!

Sample Sale Highlights for the Week (Belle by Sigerson Morrison, Lauren Merkin, James Jeans...)

Monday - Reem Acra; Thomas Keller by Raynaud china;

Tuesday - Lorick and Alice Ritter; Hello Lucky stationery; Belle by Sigerson Morrison;

Wednesday - James Jeans for men and women;

Thursday - Lauren Merkin;

The Perfect Black Pants

I found these slim Theory pants on sale at Piperlime and I LOVE them -

They are such a great pant, can be worn for work of course, but also they make create a great slim line for nights out.

Find them here under sale apparel-

More Sale Coats (Mackage)

After the trench post from yesterday I started looking around for more sale coats and found a treasure trove.

This first coat is Mackage, it's a puffy coat essentially, but much more stylized than the standard puffy. The photo makes it look quite severe but try to imagine it without the crazy hair and the over the knee boots -




I also LOVE this shorter coat -



The shape of that one is adorable, and being shorter it will be easier for more women to wear. I also like the collar, it's dramatic without being too dramatic...It comes in the lovely peacock blue above as well as black, white and charcoal. They all look really cool.

I also really like this wool plaid jacket -



So many coats, so little time...

Colorful Dresses Rule at the SAG Awards...

I have always been afraid to wear green, but I Think thanks to Lea Michele (of Glee), I may have to change my tune -

It's a Catherine Malandrino dress, and I love the color as well as the cut.

This photo I think proves Diane Kruger would look amazing in a brown paper bag -


The dress is a gorgeous shape, but the color? like a paper bag I'd have to say. And she still looks absolutely amazing.

And Christina Hendricks looks amazing in her gorgeous red dress, yet again proving that redheads CAN wear red -

Trench Coats For All

I have been less than inspired these days, the rain for days and pretty much only been thinking about ways to stay dry. I haven't bought myself a trench coat, I would love a Burberry but can't even think about spending that kind of money so what else is out there? I found some good options.

This William Rast one is interesting, and on sale -



I also like this navy option from Trovata -



Those are a start, I would need to throw on a warm scarf and hat...more on those another time.

Sample Sales for the week (Rebecca Minkoff, Furla, Alexander Wang; Ella Moss and more...)

Monday - Furla and Alexander Wang at Gilt; Nugaard Jewelry at Gilt Fuse; Julieri jewelry and Rebecca Minkoff bags and clothes at Ideeli;

Tuesday - Seychelles shoes at Gilt Fuse; Rachel Pally at Haute Look;

Wednesday - Thread Social and Ella Moss at Gilt; Shoe sale at Rue La La (looks like it will be Joan and David, Pliner and Via Spiga brands);

Thursday - Rock and Republic for men and women

Saturday - Kendra Scott Jewelry at Gilt;

Rain boots for everyone!

Northern California is experiencing a week long deluge. It's ridiculous, yesterday we even had hail. So...rather than feel sorry for ourselves we all just need to buy good rain boots and move on, here are some favorites that if you order today, will be delivered tomorrow, just in time for the second half of the deluge! most of the brands also make styles for men and kids, so click through the pictures to find them.

This first pair actually comes in a lot of colors, something for everyone!




Hunters come in alot of colors and styles as well so if these are too tall, I'm sure they have a version for you -



and how cute is this toddler style???



Happy shopping - and stay dry!