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Friday, May 29. 2009

Personalized Name Necklaces from MyNamenecklace.com

Ever since Carrie Bradshaw elevated the name necklace from mall-kiosk kitsch to catwalk couture, I have wanted one of these silly things for myself. So when I was asked to review a sample necklace from MyNamenecklace.com, I jumped at the opportunity. I requested the aptly named "Carrie" style name necklace in sterling silver with a 16" long chain, and it's practically perfect. (How can a necklace with my name on it not be perfect?) The font is just right, there are no sharp edges, and the proportions are exactly as I had hoped.

If you're feeling nostalgic for the '90s, pick up your own personalized name necklace for $29.95 on sale (reg. $39.95) at MyNamenecklace.com.

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Off the Rack: Spring Fashion at Walmart

Basic tees get a fashionable jolt with photo-realistic sea creature designs. And isn't that neon green just yummy?

The other day I "discovered" a new-to-me Walmart store in my area which carries—get this—both the Norma Kamali for Walmart collection and To the Max! I was ridiculously excited, in part because when the Kamali collection first launched, I called just about every Walmart within a 25 mile radius of my house and was told by store managers that they didn't carry the line nor would they be carrying it in the future. Well, guess they were wrong! Anyways, if you live near a Walmart that carries these two lines, they are definitely worth checking out. I try to avoid impulse buys (operative word is "try"), so on this visit I just scoped out the new spring stuff, then I picked up a couple pieces from the To the Max line on clearance, including a very artsy ombre sweaterdress, for just $7 a piece. Here are some pics I snapped off the racks to give you a feel for what's in store. Anything catching your eye?

I'm pretty sure I've seen Rumi rocking these jeans on Fashion Toast. If you can pull off the acid-wash/bleached denim look, these jeans cost next to nothing and look just like the couture denim on the runways!

This army-green draped dress is so unbelievably fabulous and designer-looking and cheap! I need it. Pick this up for your summer vacations, ladies! Five stars all the way.

Here's another eye-catching top for days when basic black feels boring. The cranes are so happy-looking, too.

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Thursday, May 28. 2009

The Look for Less: Erin Wasson X RVCA Denim Vest

Embody the sexy, utilitarian style of model-turned-designer Erin Wasson with this Acid Wash Blue Grateful Vest from her first clothing collection, Erin Wasson X RVCA. It's $198 at Oak.

Can't drop $200 on a denim vest? Try this bleached denim vest from Forever 21 for $22.80 instead. Pair it with a gray tank and white jeans or wear it over a floral mini-dress—two great looks for summer outdoor fun!

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8 Tee 4: Forever 21's Answer to American Apparel?

Forever 21 has dedicated a portion of its website to a new mini-line of athletic-inspired basics called 8 TEE 4. As I flipped through the 8TEE4 lookbook, I couldn't help but wonder if this line of cotton and spandex basics—such as tees, mini-skirts and burn-out tanks—modeled in a mildly provocative way might be Forever 21's response to the growing popularity of retailers like American Apparel. It could just signal the fact that the young fashion crowd loves their basics—they're cheap, comfy, cute and can be styled in an infinite number of ways. Hotpants, oversized sweatshirts and neon brights also tie in well with all the retro-love going on in fashion right now.

At any rate, those are just some of my casual observations, check out the complete 8TEE4 collection for yourself here.

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Dress by Number: Keira Knightley in Navy

Keira Knightley proves its OK to mix navy, black and brown by wearing a navy blazer over a blue dress with black peep-toe heels and a brown leather satchel. Get this modern-vintage look for less with budget-friendly finds from ASOS, Nine West, Victoria's Secret and Tulle. (Enter our giveaway for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to Tulle4us.com, too!)

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