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August 2004
August 31, 2004 : Show Me the Money Clips
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Gents aren't the only ones who can carry money clips, now you can too. Stash your Benjamins in style with your own snazzy rhinestone or crystal money clip by Chic Clips. Choose a customized clip with your initial, or go for a pretty heart, fashionable handbag, or sip-worthy cosmo design. Great for bridesmaids gifts, snag one for $39-$45 at chicclips.com. Looking for more hip bridal gifts? Browse Kelly's Klicks!
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August 30, 2004 : Gimme the Dish
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Ever been in the kitchen, binging on a jar of Nutella, and just at the moment you need your dish towel to wipe away any and all evidence, it's nowhere to be found? No? Oh. Well, perhaps you'll still relate. Some clever Germans came up with a fun solution: The Apron Belt. You can make any of your favorite dishtowels into instant aprons with this clever lil belt, available in powder blue, burgundy, and navy, and never have to go searching aimlessly for that damned towel again. A great hostess gift, too, you can play Martha for $22 at mousseshop.com.
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August 29, 2004 : 'O Tan and Brown
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This asymmetrical, flirty tank dress has a summery cut and feel but comes in lovely fall colors, reminiscent of a peanut butter fudge brownie -- the ideal transition from the warm days of summer to the cool days of fall. Toss on a denim jacket and some sparkly gold shoes and you're ready to roll. Snag it for $89 at houseofstyle.com.
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August 26, 2004 : The Need for Tweed
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101 reasons we're lurvin' this shoe: 1) The straps make it so easy to stay on, so fools like moi don't trip! 2) Hello -- bright pink! 3) Umm, tweed! 4) Did you really think I could count past 4? Snag a pair for $69 at macys.com.
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August 25, 2004 : Lolly Golightly
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In need of a perfectly cute gift to express a perfectly sweet and quirky sentiment? Why not do it with one of these lovely lollies? Whether you'd like to let someone know that she's a Social Butterfly, a Spring Chicken, or a Rare Bird, you can do it in delicious style for $2.95 at wishingfish.com. Can't get enough of the sweet stuff? Check out our Lick Me Lollypop BussARoos and let that special someone know how sweet you really are. Scope out more clever gifts in Kelly's Klicks!
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August 24, 2004 : Anything But Mousy
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M-I-N-N-I-E-M-O-U-S-E, Minnie Mouse! There's no need to act like an adult when I don't feel like one, and therefore no need to dress like one either, right? This sweet pink tee would look faboo paired with jeans and a fitted blazer. Gotta get it, gotta get it now?! Scoop up that fashion-fabulous mouse for $24 at delias.com. Donald and the Mickster also available, too.
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August 23, 2004 : Hotel Chic
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When it comes to snoozing, it's all about the thread count. And it doesn't get much better than 1000-thread-count sheets! Normally, a princess would lay down a cool grand to rest her weary head on such luxury, but we've found a full queen set for just $129.99 at overstock.com. Trust us, these sheets will make your life soo much better, and perhaps make you even lazier. After all, why would you ever want to get out of bed? And what bed would be complete without an 800-thread-count striped duvet and matching shams, just $99.99 at overstock.com. Plus shipping on your entire order is just $2.95. One word: Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz.
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August 20, 2004 : The Weekend Buss: Swelly Wellies
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The rain in Spain might fall mainly on the plane, but who cares when you can splash about in cute rain boots like these! Undoubtedly the bee's knees, these bright yellow wellies will have everyone a buzz and smiling on grey rainy days. Step into rainy-day style, for $48, at jcrew.com. Check out more rawkin' rain boots in Kelly's Klicks!
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August 19, 2004 : Packin' Neat
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Cuteness cubed! We’ve been on a mad hunt for groovy storage cubes -- it really is so much better than living out of cardboard boxes, people! These not only have fab stripes, but are collapsible, too! Toss in your mags, your towels, laundry, shoes, or any junk you need cleverly hidden, and you'll be pack-rat chic in no time. Available in pink or blue, each set of two is $18 at urbn.com.
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August 18, 2004 : Take a Bow
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Listen to your ears -- after all, your ears are always listening for you! They want to be sweetly decorated with stylish accessories, like these darling bow earrings made of rhinestones by Tiara Misu. Marked down from $45 to $13.50, you can make your ears happy at shopstar.citymax.com.
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August 17, 2004 : All Rolled Up With Somewhere To Go
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Rollin', rollin', rollin', keep that jewelry all rolled up in style with this sweet pink leather jewelry roll. With enough compartments to hold all of your beloved baubles, and then some, it includes a ring and earring holder and three zippered pockets, as well as pink faux suede interior that protects jewelry from scratching. Sleek and compact, it fits easily in any travel bag and the hotel safe. Personalize it with your initials and you'll roll into any town in style. Scoop it up for $65-$70, in pink or red, at redenvelope.com.
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August 16, 2004 : Mixed Greens
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We're green with envy over these multi-tonal hoops by LA designer Janna Conner. Giving new meaning to "mixed greens," we think these hoops are magically delicious, and most certainly fashionably nutritious. Get your fill of greens and blues or pinks and purples for $60 at jannaconner.com.
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August 13, 2004 : Fruity Flops
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Cherry is so very very…cute! We at the big double Buss believe a girl can never have enough flip flops, and we think these are just delightful. With a red-and-white striped dishtowel footbed and cherry ribbon thong, you'll never get dishpan feet again. Marked down from $38 to $22 a pair, you can scoop 'em up at flipfloptrunkshow.com.
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August 12, 2004 : Preppy Much?
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It's that time of year again, when J. Crew marks down all its goodies by up to 70%. When you can score tops and sweaters you've had your eyes on for a mere $5! We think this argyle halter sweater is perfectly preppy and sexy, and quite a deal for just $19.95. To get your prep on, head to jcrew.com.
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August 11, 2004 : Find Your Spot
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Everyone deserves some hardcore procrastination every now and again, or like yours truly, every five minutes. Might as well do some soul searching while you're at it. At findyourspot.com, you can take a quiz, which will reveal 24 cities in the United States that most fit what you're looking for. Sure, it's far from accurate, but you know you'll still take it -- and talk about the results with your friends -- anyway. To procrastination!
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August 10, 2004 : Step It Up
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Step into fall in style and comfort with flower-adorned tweed ballet flats. Feminine and oh-so very Audrey, choose from black, red or camel for just $19.50 at oldnavy.com. Not yet ready to say bubye to summer? Ease into the transition with these hot pink bow-accented flats. On sale for just $12 at oldnavy.com.
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August 09, 2004 : Come On, Get Happy
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Time, time, there's never enough time. But with this doozy of a clock, there's always time for happy hour. Hang it as a simple reminder to slow the heck down and enjoy life, even if just for an hour each day. Designed by Jeffrey Bernett, you can give yourself a gentle reminder for $39 at the super cool retromodern.com. Proving that time may not be on your side, but it sure as hell can be on your wall.
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August 06, 2004 : The Weekend Buss: Casual Hot
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Looking hot without looking like you're trying is a fine art and this breezy Jezebel dress has it down to a science. Fitted and loose in all the right places, the strapless baby blue and green-striped number is a score for $57 at pinkmascara.com. Pair it with flops and a slingy bag and you'll be perfectly perfect without looking like that was your goal. Aaah, gotta love fashion.
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August 05, 2004 : Top It Off
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It's a seashell, it's an accordion -- no, it's an awesome ultra-femme top! I don't know about you, but I'm seeing gold in my fall wardrobe future. I'm thinking sweetass jeans, funky bags, sexy heels and golden tops like this one. Scoop it up for about $33 from across the sea at the U.K.'s topshop.co.uk.
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August 04, 2004 : Say Rice
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It's impossible not to smile when you see these cheerful ceramic bowls. Ideal for rice and tea, the colorful lids really top these anything-but-basic bowls off. Blow your lid with these French-designed Mao bowls, for $28 each, at citylimit.com.
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August 03, 2004 : Vintage-Flavored Lingerie
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Leave it to none other than Jenny from the Block to launch her own lingerie line. Don't be fooled by the rocks that she's got, she's just a designer/singer/actress/diva from the block. And again, she's done a really good job -- damn you JLo! We love the vintage look of the chiffon embroidery triangle bralette ($32) and the darling matching retro hipster panties ($16), available in baby blue, pink and ivory, at barenecessities.com. And right now, you can score free shipping, too. There's no guarantee that these panties will make your booty as voluptuous as Mrs. Marc Anthony's, but they couldn't hurt.
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August 02, 2004 : Oy Yay!
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Jew couture is all the rage and now you can get it all in one spot: chosencouture.com. From funky airbrushed BlairWear "Chutzpah Totes" to Rabbi's Daughters "Oy Vey" tees, you'll find the fun and funniest in young Jewish fashion. We dig the "What Would Barbra Do?" pink tee, as well as the "Moses Is My Homeboy" tee, each just $25. Because irreverence never goes out of style.
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