Shoe lovers swear by Frye for their comfort, durability and rugged good looks. The popular Harness boot shown here costs $278 at zappos.com, available in black or tan.
Earlier I featured a look for less from Target, but I just found this other great look for less at Kohl's called the Glacier Ridge Debra Western Boots. Take your pick of black or brown leather, on sale now for $39.97 at kohls.com. Click the photo to purchase!
The Christian Siriano for Payless Spring 2010 Collection is now available at payless.com, and includes satin platform pumps, ruffle flats, laceless sneaks, cutout booties and one patent handbag, ranging in price from $29.99 to $39.99.
Much like the fall 2010 collection, all the spring styles have been significantly toned down from the looks that were shown on the runways, leaving many fans of Siriano's fierce footwear feeling let down. I don't mind toned down versions for everyday wear but I have felt underwhelmed whenever I see these shoes in person.
Christian Siriano Spring 2010 shoe collection from the runways (not for Payless)
What do you think? Keep reading to see the complete collection…
Save 20 percent with promo code 4135 in the Express Friends & Family Event. Enjoy savings on new spring arrivals, fabulous denim or sexy dresses and underthings for Valentine's Day. Hurry, this offer only lasts 2 days! (2/5/10-2/6/10 only)
On Tuesday night, I was invited along with other journalists and bloggers to learn about a new campaign from mark (the beauty and fashion boutique brand of Avon) called m.powerment, a philanthropic initiative dedicated to breaking the cycle of dating abuse and partner violence. There we learned the sobering statistic that 1 in 5 teens in a serious relationship reports being physically abused by a partner.
The event was held at the hotel Crosby in Soho and hosted by Lauren Conrad (The Hills), Claudia Poccia, Global Present of mark, and a Peer Educator Leader from the Healthy Relationship Training Academy of New York City. Guests got to see the new PSA for the campaign (watch the video above!) and participate in a Q&A with Lauren, who talked about raising awareness for this great cause.
Lauren collaborated with mark to create the below beauty and accessory items from which 100% of the net proceeds will be donated to help raise funds and awareness for the cause:
To date, $400,000 has been awarded to seven organizations through the m.powerment by mark campain. It's a fantastic cause and it's so easy to participate and do your part to help out. We each received a swag bag at the event with one of the bracelets, gloss and necklace and they are quality products you will want to wear and use and share with friends. Spread the word, ladies!
Random sidenote: Lauren mingled with guests after the event, which was sweet. I went right up to her and got my photo taken with her and she was seriously cool, down the earth, and very thin and pretty in person. Just thought I'd share cuz you know you want to know! LOL
Available at www.meetmark.com or through your mark Representative
I recently received the following question from a reader: "I love glamorous nightgowns and PJs. (Think gowns and loungewear seen in classic Hollywood films.) Do you have ideas on where I might find such treats? —Sally in Dallas"
So to help me answer this question, I decided to consult my friend Miss Neira, author of the fabulous blog by the same name (http://missneira.blogspot.com/), as she is an expert on all-things lingerie…especially the glamorous vintage-inspired kind!
Here, Miss Neira shares her top vintage lingerie picks inspired by two classic Hollywood vixens, plus a list of her favorite online lingerie boutiques. Enjoy! —BB
