For The Nerd In Me...

I love Tetris... and now a Tetris dress! YES!!! I wonder if I can wear it around without looking TOO strange.

Ice T is to Coco....

As Kanye West is to Amber Rose. UGH... What is going on with her ridiculously tacky outfits ALL the time? I am not sure this looks better than her prancing naked in every photo I see... it's a toss up at this point. And does anyone else thinks it looks like body paint?

The Video Game Nerd In Me Needs This

This is a new $18 shirt from Threadless that features Mario buying drugs from his little mushroom-headed dealer. As you can see, one star coin scores three whole shrooms, which is a pretty good deal if you ask me.... but how would I know? ooooh....

http://www.threadless.com/product/1838/Magic_Mushrooms

Again, I Don't Get It...

The whole fascination with Michelle Obama's wardrobe is beyond me... it's like the time Angelina Jolie wore a Gap shirt - "How innovative!", "Understated chic!".... Seriously, America and the media need to STOP calling her the fashion icon of our time. As one of my dearest friends said (who actually owns this exact outfit), "If I can purchase this on my hourly salary, then it shouldn't be iconic."

GRANTED- this is a good outfit. But to meet the Prime Minister and the Queen of England? REALLY? There are SOOO many other American designers that you can represent- how about Donna Karan? Michael Kors? Ralph Lauren?

Honestly, her wearing this "affordable" fashion makes me feel worse about the economy. If the First Lady of our country is on a budget and needs to cut back, then where does that leave us? Hell in a handbasket, baby!

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/alltherage/2009/04/michelle-obama-sparkles-in-j-crew-.html

I've Got A "Gut" Feeling That It Is Time...

It is officially time for bathing suit season. This time of year would normally be ok... yet, I must admit, I'm feeling quite pale and er..."heftier" than normal. Now, the normal reaction should be, "Wow, it's time to really hit the gym." But I suppose I'm not so normal. Accordingly, it is with great excitement that I don a one-piece this year (trust me, I'm doing all involved a favor). Without furhter ado, here are some of my favorites...

1. Trina Turk Plunging One Piece -
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3006404/0~2376776~2374327~2379759~2379760?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2379760&P=1 - What is there not to love? Colorful Pucci-esque print, the plunge makes it sexy... I love it! Hoping that this one will work out...

2. Trina Turk - Ikat Cutout - http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod77040004&parentId=cat9280751&masterId=cat9280747&index=35&cmCat=cat000000cat000001cat17740747cat20230754cat9280747cat9280751 - Wondering if this item provides any support. Again, the print is gorgeous and you can wear practically any coverup with it... Kind of a "Missoni" feel...

More Stuff A Recession Prone US Needs...

Victoria’s Secret has just come out with their new “Black Diamond Fantasy Miracle Bra” which costs a whopping $5 million because it’s made with 3,575 black diamonds, 117 white diamonds and 34 rubies. Oh, there’s also two black diamonds that swing down from the bra. Perfect for everyday wear under a white tee-shirt! Notably... even Victoria's Secret has scaled back, because in 2003, the "fantasy" bra was $11 million, last year it was $6.5..now, BLACK diamonds (again, the dirtiest of diamonds) and "ONLY" $5 million? How considerate of Victoria's Secret to look out for us little people.

http://www.usatoday.com/life/people/2007-10-09-fantasy-bra_N.htm

Kinda Loving The Summer Bikinis!

From the coral color to the delicate flowers, what is there not to like about this bikini?

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod49030132&parentId=cat17950735&masterId=cat17640733&index=50&cmCat=cat000000cat980731cat17640733cat17950735

How Does This Even Work?

I just need to share this. I just bought a dress for a wedding- low slinky back. Cute if I must say so myself. Anyways, I was planning on going "commando", but figured I would search for a "low rise" underwear and came across backless underwear. Backless underwear? That doesn't even look comfortable. In fact, this looks worse than those "strapless" thongs that I posted a while back... Who really wears something with such a plunging back and doesn't just go commando? But if you must, buy at Backless Lingerie.

Not An Innovative Change To The Speedo

Ummm...who would wear this? It's like a Speedo with a constraining necktie... plus, the NUDE color over the guy's crotch. TERRIBLE. Just when I thought a Speedo couldn't get worse, Alexander McQueen did it.

http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/25/alexander-mcqueens-creepy-necktie-speedo/

J. Crew Coupon Code!

If you're as obsessed with J. Crew as I am right now (and you should be), get 20% off any order of $125 or more at J. Crew with the code "PRIVSALE" at the checkout. The code will be valid until June 18.

Business On Top and Party On The Bottom

The real question is who doesn't need this Business "Bib" Suit? What is a business bib suit you say? Well, I'm glad you asked. It's a short bib suit that you can throw on when there’s a business video conferencing call to be had. This is only, of course, if you work from home AND you’re the laziest person in the world. If you answered yes to the above, then this glorified suit dickie is for you.

You may be asking, is this a real item? I want to answer with a resounding YES. The "Business Bib's" motto is, "Nothing speaks to freedom louder than a halfsuit." And searching through the website reveals that they are SOLD OUT. This just can't be serious, it's honestly the mullet of business suits.

And it gets better!!! Once you choose the bib for you, there are HILARIOUS descriptions within them. I chose, "Preston Lowry," which meant (now this is verbatim), "You’re a stuntman… at least in the corporate realm. Every day, you defeat the odds while they are ‘leaping’ off agendas, ‘crashing’ on Egyptian cotton, ‘plowing’ through two western omelets at the egg bar. You crave the thrills and the danger creates a high. Let the Preston Lowry help you come down in style."

http://www.businessbib.net/

and featured in the NY Times: http://www.nytimes.com/2006/09/17/style/tmagazine/t17prop.html?_r=2&oref=slogin

Topshop to Finally Hit the US

I've admired Topshop’s trendy and reasonably priced styles for a long time (and from afar)— especially the Kate Moss collections — but other than ordering it off of their British website and waiting for it to ship to the U.S. - no access. But that’s changing this fall! In October, Topshop is opening their first store in New York City and launching their U.S. website in September with most items set to be under $100. YES! Now only if they can get a H&M to open in Florida...

http://offtherack.people.com/2008/06/13/the-british-are-coming-topshop-readies-to-hit-america/

Another Way To Slack (But Not Really)

If you're like me, and I hope for your sake that you aren't, you are always on the lookout for good time-saving steps. Well, I have found one for you, or maybe just me-you decide.

The above video explains how anyone can fold a t-shirt in just 2-seconds. Yes, by spending two minutes of your life watching the clip you too can fold like the wind in no time. Follow the simple steps of "pinch and release" and you should make those two minutes up by 2011.

If the only thing keeping you from this wonderful time-saver is a lack of t-shirts to fold then you need look no further than here, here, and of course, here. Now, watch and fold. Time is of the essence.

Of course, you're going to try to do this. Human nature.

Heidiwood

For all of you Hills lovers, just when you thought the drama between Heidi and Lauren was dying down... Heidi ups the ante by coming out with her own clothing line on the heels of Lauren launching hers (even though, we can all admit, the crap is ugly). Anyways, Heidi's line will be called "Heidiwood" and all of the clothes will be under $100, so everyone can afford it. In commenting and comparing their lines, Heidi said, “[Lauren’s] is more of bows and a little girlier, and mine’s going to be more sexy and fun. I think they can both do well. They’re very different. So good luck to her, and I’m not doing this to compete.” Sure.

http://offtherack.people.com/2007/11/27/heidi-montag-turns-designer-and-gives-people-the-scoop/

This Shoe Should Be In The Top Ten Ugliest Shoes

The people at "Free People" have some nerve even thinking about these shoes, but even more nerve to actually try to sell them to people. EW. And then charge $48 for these rag-a-muffin shoe that you can just as easily make by cutting up your 90s flannel shirt.

http://www.freepeople.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/products.detail/productID/8067bc8c-dc15-462c-acbb-f128aa28e76c/categoryID/c74bf9dd-8f31-4c95-b1c5-6b514cc89390?cm_mmc=Performics-_-Affiliates-_-ShopStyle.com-_-Primary

Washable Suits Are Like Wet Dreams...Wait, That Came Out Wrong

I hate wearing a suit for a few reasons. One, it solidifies the fact that I'm working. Two, I don't have to dress up in my office and BIG three, I hate going to the dry cleaners and shelling out money (cheap-o alert). I would rather throw away my clothes and buy new ones - literally. My cleaning issues aside, I am betting the concept of a washable suit would be music to many people's ears. Guess what? Washable suits really do exist. Designer Nicole Miller has designed a washable suit for retailer JCPenney. This $129 suit can be thrown in the washing machine and in the dryer!

Well, how about the ironing board? Nope! Just hang it up and it's ready for another wear. Cindy Yu, NY attorney, test-drove the suit for an article in the NY Post and expected the suit to look unprofessional and cheap but she was wrong. The suit looked great after she washed it and no one knew it was a "budget" suit. Maybe they were lying to her, but to me the lies would be worth saving a trip to the dry cleaners. JCPenney isn't the only place to buy washable suits; Kohls and Target carry washable suits as well. Then wear one of those Brooks Brothers button downs...and you're set!

Wash and wear suits, me love you long time.

http://www.nypost.com/seven/10292007/entertainment/fashion/wet_dream.htm

Twelve by Twelve is HERE!

I blogged about the upscale Forever 21 line a while ago- but it's available now! The Twelve by Twelve line offers shoppers a more sophisticated spin on Forever 21’s apparel (and the name is a literal spin as well, with 21 reversing into 12). Twelve by Twelve is created on a collection-by-collection basis and has a cohesive vision, making it easy to mix and match individual pieces. While prices for the line are 35% higher than items from the mother store, nothing exceeds $100 and affordability still reigns supreme. In addition to the online store, currently there are about ten in-store boutiques (more are planned) and an individual retail store is coming soon to the Beverly Center in Los Angeles... Let's get spending!!

I love that burgundy piece... still only $24!

http://www.forever21.com/twelve/

A Little Trashy?

Louise Roe, a TV presenter for Vogue, was hoping everyone would be asking at Milan Fashion Week -- after she arrived in an outfit created entirely from trash bags - literally. It was a challenge from her editor, inspired by the recent trend of designers creating absurdly expensive pieces -- like $100,00 bags and $80,000 dresses -- as they attempt to distance themselves from the cheaply-made, disposable fashion you find at discount retailers like H&M and Forever 21. And apparently it worked....After stapling herself into the "surprisingly comfortable" BLD (bin liner dress), Roe showed up at the first fashion show of the day, and was immediately pounced on by paparazzi, who all wanted to shoot her new look. When journalists started asking where she'd bought the dress, Roe knew her experiment had been a success.

Think you could pull off wearing a trash bag on your next night out? Scroll to the bottom of this link to find instructions on how you can create your own.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/femail/article.html?in_article_id=484858&in_page_id=1879