09 11 / 2011
Velvety Vixen
No longer just for horny robed men with pipes, velvet is back and better than ever! Modern cuts mean that velvet dresses are wonderfully wearable, (and just in time for the upcoming wintry weather)!
Infallible Forever21 has some great affordable apparel, as usual:
(I love how the floral pattern of the first and the sheer sections of the last two prevent the frocks from appearing too youthful! ”Velvet Flowers” dress and “Textured Velvet” dress priced at $27.80; the second option, dubbed the “Fitted Velvet” dress is available for $24.80. Prices and images from forever21.com.)
Lulu’s has a stunning, (and stunningly affordable), option in gorgeous golden shade:
( Want to smolder at your next holiday party? Look no farther than this molten masterpiece, aptly-named “Hot of Gold!” DO. WANT. And for forty dollars? CAN. HAVE. Image and price from lulus.com.)
For those who may not want to commit to being fully-clad in the majestic material, consider accenting your wardrobe with these items from Modcloth:
(Modcloth never fails to present stylish and sophisticated options to its buyers! In order: ”I’m Pumped Heel” available for $34.99; “Glamorous Gait,” also known as Brooke’s next purchase, available for $34.99;”Tranquil Nights” available for $39.99. Images and prices from modcloth.com.)
To feel good fabrics and prices,
Brooke
24 9 / 2011
Right on Target
Target’s been in the news lately for the Missoni collection fiasco, but I’m less interested in infamy than tried-and-true; I went into the store yesterday and made a beeline for a section that never disappoints: the shoe aisle.
I found a great pair of suede platform pumps that came in red, black, taupe, and gray for only $29.99:
(Mossimo’s paisley suede pumps are my new “Goldilocks” heels…not so high as to be unmanageable, and not so low as to read “dowdy.” Image and price from target.com.)
My second find was in line with fashion’s fascination with all things fair and feminine:
(Xhilaration’s Shannon pump is available in silver, black, and red for only $19.99! This heel is a dealImage and price from target.com.)
I’ve been looking for some footwear in the wine color that is all the rage now that also won’t require a bottle of Pinot Noir to forget the fact that walking around all day in them has caused your feet to turn into blistered meat slabs. I found what I was looking for in these Merona wedges:
(Merona Milena Suede Wedges available in black, gray, and red for $29.99. I love items like this that can be adorably appropriate whether you’re stuck behind a desk all day or constantly on your feet! Warning: head into the store for the black and gray options, as they appear to be sold out online. Image and price from target.com.)
To shoe cravings that end with savings,
Brooke
