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October 2009
October 29, 2009 : Knit Wit: Must-Have Sweater Under $70
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We love cableknit. From handbags to sweaters, the look is so cozy-chic. So when we spotted this studded cableknit sweater on one of our favorite blogs, Hey Susy, we knew we had to share. And to snag it for ourselves, but that's another story.
Paired with jeans or a cute little plaid skirt and knubby wool tights and boots, this sweater will be one you'll grab for over and over again.
The long and lean fit is perfect for curling up on the couch or for cruising the city streets for your next hot chocolate fix.
We love it in sweet vanilla, but it's available in dark heather grey too.
Where to pick it up?
Right here.
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October 28, 2009 : Wrap Me Up in Your (Style) Love
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It's almost impossible to remember back to a time when scarves weren't a part of our daily accessory repertoire, but it wasn't so long ago. Now we find ourselves always on the lookout for more to add to our collection.
When we spotted this one, we knew we had to have it. Cool blueberry jazzed up with hot pink dots - a match made in Heaven, just like the marriage of Madewell and Shopbop, where you can snag Madewell's most coveted pieces, like this neck BFF.
There's a lovely grey option with black dots, too, begging to be part of your rotation. Where to find both?
Right here.
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October 27, 2009 : What's the Bright Idea?
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Looking for an incredibly easy, wallet-friendly way to add a lively jolt to your existing wardrobe, particularly those LBDs?
Do as we saw a super-chic French girl do and toss on a pair of hot pink tights. Worn with a conservative black or neutral dress and topped off with a darling trench and knee-high boots, the look read playful and elegant, instead of costumey and comical (the look is equally fab with pumps, ankle boots and even ballet flats).
We're obsessed with the mustard hue, too. And think the green and bright orange would complete the rainbow that's sorely missing in our closets (and for those of you thinking this look is purely for the Gossip Girl demographic, we spotted too many chic women to count who were more in the Dynasty demo rocking playful tights in Paris as well -- and let's face it, French women do know style).
Luckily, we let our fingers do the hunting (in person, the tights we found were at least $40/pop) and unearthed theses gems for less than 10 clams a piece. At that rate, we won't cry when some well-meaning pooch inevitably snags them.
Ready for a jolt?
Click here.
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October 26, 2009 : Paris Is Calling
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Paris is definitely on the brain here at BussBuss - if you can swing it, get thee to Paris stat, it's gorgeous in the fall. The fashion, the food, the falling leaves, the French. Ohh-lala!
If you can't swing it at this very moment, you can still get your Francophile on with these utterly charming Paris cards celebrating the French language and touting simple, but irresistible illustrations by Darling Clementine.
Scoop up the whole lot of 12 and send them as autumn Valentines or really cute holiday cards to your nearest and dearest.
Or, do as we would, and frame your faves, that way you can enjoy the spirit of France all year long.
Where to get your French on?
Right here, mon cheri.
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October 22, 2009 : The Key To My, Um, Brew?
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There's no better way to class up a brewski or coke in a bottle than with this elegant castle key bottle opener.
We don't even drink beer or soda and can't resit adding this lovely object of design to our wishlist.
And at just $12, it makes the perfect little holiday hostess gift too, or stocking stuffer, if you can force yourself to think that far ahead (which is really only two months away - gasp!).
Where to unlock the key to your stylish heart?
Right here.
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October 21, 2009 : Fashion Magic: Four Dresses in One for Less Than a Benjamin!
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In these times, and always really, the more use we can get out of something the better.
So we're pretty over the moon about this sexy convertible dress by our secret designer friend Victoria.
Go strapless for date night, V-neck for the office, cross-back for cocktails or one-shoulder for a smokin' hot Sunday brunch. With four dresses in one for under $90, your biggest dilemma will be choosing a color (black, chocolate, ultra indigo, purple shock, berrylicious, or scarlet red). At that price, you may not have to choose just one favorite.
Where to be so clever?
Right here.
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October 20, 2009 : Fall for Magpie Lovely
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We love autumn. For us, it always feels like the season of new beginnings -- perhaps because it's always the start of a new school year and a new fashion season. Either way, we love the feeling of possibility.
So we were happy to see the launch of a great new beginning, Magpie Lovely. The new online eco-chic boutique features a curated handful of independent designers and handmade products, all for under $100.
We love Etsy, but all the choice can be a little unwieldy at times (where to start?) and love that Magpie Lovely is a one-woman show and that the woman in question, Holly Craig, has a great eye for heartfelt products.
You'll find us fawning most over the jewelry and the baby section, notably designer Tammy Antoinette's leaf cuffs, Bijoudally's spoke bracelet, Mette's Chelsea dress and Barretzz's yellow weekend shoe (we only wish they made these for big girls like us, too).
It's the perfect place to pick up one-of-a kind, affordable gifts this season.
Where to find some lovely treasures of your own?
Right here.
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October 15, 2009 : Luxury Travel at Sample Sale Prices? Yes, Please!
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Just when we thought we couldn't love Gilt more, the members-only shopping site that gives us designer fashion at sample sale prices of up to 90% off, they went and made us fall even harder. Clever monkeys.
How?
With the creation of Jetsetter, their sister site that’s all about getting luxury travel at incredible insider-only prices. They've dished up deals at swanky Palm Springs hotels for less than $50 per night and are currently featuring deals at Epic Hotel Miami starting at $169 (normally $327-$619).
Next up, a deal in Thailand (dreamy) and Healdsburg, California, our absolute favorite spot in Sonoma wine country, the Hotel Healdsburg. Perfect for staycating, vacating and dreaming.
Seeing the locales and great properties is half the fun. Day dreaming about being there and what you would wear, eat, imbibe and do is the other.
Like Gilt, the deals last for only a few days at a time and go fast -- and the site is members-only.
Need an invitation to join (it's free)?
We'll hook you up.
Simply click here.
Bon voyage!
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October 14, 2009 : We've Got a New Plaiditude
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Plaid and peacoats go together like New England and winter. Which is to say, the combo is pure perfection.
So it likely goes without saying that we love this cozy wool number that's a bit fitted at the waist, keeping it more Love Story than lumberjack(et), more preppy than Paul Bunyan. The button-tab sleevs and pockets make it irresistible.
Mad for plaid?
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October 13, 2009 : Pump It Up, Pretty Lady
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In the profound words of artist Justin Timberlake, it's time to bring sexy back. Even more so, we think it's time to bring pretty and charm back. We've missed you, girls. Sorry dark, eurotrash androgyny, we're just not that into you.
What we are into? These pretty sexy Pompadour pumps from Charles by Charles David. Classically shaped and not overdone so we won't look like fashion victims, we love how the timeless element is kicked up a notch with the subtle natural snake print.
We know our gams and derrieres will appreciate the boost and something tells us the boys won't mind either.
As always, we love the free shipping and free returns, too. It puts a spring in our step.
Feel like being three and a half inches taller in an instant, too?
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October 12, 2009 : To Have and To Hold: Pretty Party Bag
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The holiday season promises to sneak up on us faster and faster each year and every year we vow to be more prepared, in the gifts department and in the holiday party department.
Well, we've just spotted the perfect holiday party clutch, so consider that checked off the list.
Sweet and shiny with a darling bow detail, we love that it looks as fab with jeans as it does with festive frocks.
And, we really love that it won't break the bank, at just under 70 clams.
Feel like scratching one more thing off of your list, in supremely high fashion?
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October 08, 2009 : Like, Totes Cool
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We need a new bag like we need a hole in the head, which is to say we need one because a lobotomy couldn't hurt, right?
But we digress.
Etsy shop PloylyMingzyBb (no, we did not make that name up) makes the cutest totes that can be worn two ways, "making the simple unsimple." Or, in our words, making you look twice.
We're crazy for the stripes, great for perfecting that fall preppy look, but the solid bags with belts as handles have us over the moon.
Is over the moon with a lobotomy a good place to be?
Why not?
Where to get your style lobotomy?
Right here.
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October 07, 2009 : Cutiemus, You're Such a Doll
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We love when we stumble upon a truly affordable source for cute clothing. Well, in this case, a reader and designer friend tipped us off (thanks Margaret Nicole!).
What was unearthed? Adorable coats with an Anthropologie meets Delias aesthetic - playful, girly, in a nutshell, cute -- and none topping more than $70.
There are darling dresses, skirts and tops too and we can't wait to stock up for fall.
Feeling cute, Cutiemus?
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October 06, 2009 : Lounge Act: Plum Pretty Sugar
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We're total loungers who enjoy a good book and a mug of hot cocoa just as much as we love kicking up our feet and watching a Project Runway marathon.
But our loungewear could use a little, okay, a lot, of help.
We've discovered a way to feel pretty and sexy and it doesn't involve sweats or the word Juicy.
It's the beautiful dreamlike world of Plum Pretty Sugar. Using gorgeous fabrics from her travels to India and beyond, the designer makes robes, tanks, shorts, tunics and more that you'll want to (and can) leave the house in.
Considering that each piece is handmade, the prices are extremely reasonable too.
Feeling pretty?
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October 05, 2009 : This Bud's For You: Emersonmade in Bloom
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We love fresh-cut flowers. But we hate when they die. Who needs to attend a funeral once a week? Not us.
But Emersonmade's utterly charming blooms are petals we can get on board with -- and actually wear. Such a fresh way to update what you already have, pin one to your shirt, your blazer, your bag, your belt or even your guy.
Our faves? The Big Dandy (available in cotton or linen) and the Emerson Bouquet of three blooms (one coral wild rose, one little dandy and one little blue spur).
The perfect palette of colors, we love that each playful piece is "hand-dyed-cut-stitched-built" by designer Emersonmade, with slight variations that make each unique and personal. We know Carrie Bradshaw would approve.
Consider them the new jewelry. Just dandy.
Is this bud for you?
Click here to find out.
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October 01, 2009 : There's No Place Like Kate Spade
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Not to freak you out, but Christmas and the holly jolly holiday season are really right around the corner. The good news? It means we can officially and unabashedly start making wishlists.
Topping our list?
The prettiest sparkliest shoes we've seen since Dorothy clicked her heels together in The Wizard of Oz.
Perfect for holiday parties and parties in your panties alike (why I nevah!), they don't come cheap, but that's what wishlists were invented for: fantasizing, dreaming and desiring.
Consider us sold.
Where to click your heels -- and your mouse?
Right here.
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