A shelf at T.J. Maxx stocked with Pour La Victoire "Bridgett" and L.A.M.B. "Jaco" leather sandals priced at $149.99.

Yesterday morning I ducked into T.J. Maxx in hopes of finding a stacked crystal ball lamp—no such luck—but I did spot a shelf stocked with designer shoes in just about all sizes, namely, the Pour La Victoire "Bridgette" and the L.A.M.B. "Jaco", both on sale for $149.99. Still pricey but much less than what you'd pay elsewhere (see details in the captions below). Then, last night as I was reading the March issue of People StyleWatch, I saw the very same PLV's staring back at me on page 135! Hence, this post. The moral of the story: T.J. Maxx does in fact carry the latest trends for less! If you're in the market for some fierce heels, head to your nearest T.J. Maxx ASAP to snag a pair.

L.A.M.B. "Jaco" leather sandals for $149.99. These are currently $299 at Nordstrom.com!

Pour La Victoire "Bridgette" leather sandals, also $149.99. According to this month's issue of People StyleWatch, they sell for $290 at Bergdorf Goodman! See them in black at Piperlime.com for $285.

See?! Here are the Pour La Victoire "Bridgette" leather sandals as seen in the March 2010 issue of People StyleWatch on their "Laser Cutouts" trend page. Color is sliiightly different.

Photo Credit: People Stylewatch, March 2010. Still Lifes by Anthony Verde

In their March 2010 issue, People StyleWatch magazine has devoted an entire page to the soon-to-be-released Jean Paul Gaultier for Target collection which hits stores March 7. Highlighted pieces include a khaki trench ($59.99), pinstripe jacket ($49.99), leather motorcycle jacket ($199.99), nylon pleated strapless dress, ($59.99) and anchor stripe tee ($19.99). Can't wait! Keep reading to see all the pieces up-close.

Photo Credit: People Stylewatch, March 2010. Still Lifes by Anthony Verde

Photo Credit: People Stylewatch, March 2010. Still Lifes by Anthony Verde

Photo Credit: People Stylewatch, March 2010. Still Lifes by Anthony Verde

This Blu Bijoux Crystal Encrusted Ribbon Bib Necklace is a stunning way to glam up a plain dress or blazer and heels combo. It's $118 at Max & Chloe.


Get the look for less with this Beaded bib necklace, now $44 at Newport-News.com. I prefer the colorless gems on the pricier necklace but I don't think it warrants paying nearly $100 more. What do you think?

Isaac Mizrahi's Fall 2010 runway show last week at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week was easily the highlight of my week. The energy of the audience, the excitement of the show, the live music, the fake snow, the clothes—everything came together to create an experience that had but one flaw: It was too short! But that's the nature of these live runway shows. Blink and you might miss it. Back to the clothes: The collection was classic Isaac. Fun, beautiful clothing with a twist. His show notes listed an eclectic mash-up of inspirations, from the great outdoors (albeit Central Park) to bag-lady chic to fairy princesses and beyond. Think Geoffrey L.L. Bean or Buffalo Bill Blass. I giggled in my seat as I read the program, knowing I was in for a treat.

And the winner is… #19 erykah! She wrote "This site is RAD!!!!!! I'm SO glad you posted about it because as I see the prices are definetely affordable and the items are GREAT!! I would buy the Leather moto jacket and suede knee boots, and much more I'm sure of it."

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