Marc Jacobs quilted satchel - $1,350
No one does quilted leather bags like Chanel, but this season Marc Jacobs comes close with his ‘Stam’ quilted frame satchel. It’s a great everyday fall bag that will give your wools and cashmere a “rich” look. If you check it out in stores, you’ll see that it’s made to last for many seasons and worth the $1,350, but if you want this look on a lower budget here are some worthy look-a-likes:
Amy Bag by Pauls Boutique - $98 Topshop
Friends with benefits use to be so much easier in my 20s. I had the movie, dinner, after-dinner drinks and well late night rendezvous without a care in the world. Those were the days, when sex wasn’t such an over analytical, emotional act and just something to get my rocks off. Today, in my 30s it’s such a big deal—so big in fact that celibacy is my middle name—well until I find that special someone that is.
Delicious Spanish Tapas via the UES
By Miss Jane
For Spanish tapas at a classy, yet not-so-stuffy restaurant, venture to the Upper East Side’s El Porron. Providing a warm, bistro-like atmosphere, this eatery, run by father chef “Mr G” and his dapper son, Diego, offers a menu of hot and cold tapas, dinner entrees, delectable desserts, and an extensive wine list.
Bring a party of your favorite girls, grab a booth and start with their sparkling cava sangria, which has a fresh fruit spritzer taste. Then order an assortment of tapas for everyone to share. I highly recommend the Mejillones a la Vinagreta de chardonnay (fresh mussels in a Chardonnay vinaigrette), the Jamon Serrano (thin slices of dry-cured Spanish country ham served with toasted garlic bread and fresh tomato) and a Mr. G specialty, the Vieras con Tocino en salsa de Esparragos (pan-seared sea scallops sprinkled with bacon, garlic, and breadcrumbs.)
TRUE BLOOD’S RUTINA WESLEY EMMY LOOK
True Blood's Rutina Wesley "Tara" at the Emmy Awards
Tara (known in real life as Rutina Wesley) hit the red carpet at last night’s Emmy Awards and showed that bold red lips and rosy cheeks go well with dark chocolate. Every time I see a dark skin woman, like Naomi and now Rutina Wesley, with bright red lips, I hope that it will dispel the myth that women of a darker hue should stick to berry or bronze lip color!
Here are some tips to step outside of that box and try this look…
CHEEKS: MAC powder blush in “Frankly Scarlet” - $18.50
Fabulous Fall Boots to Inspire or Indulge
It doesn’t matter if it is $100 or $1,000, a wardrobe must-have or a wish list item, every fashionista can appreciate the craftsmanship and design of a great pair of shoes. With more styles to choose from, fall boots are just as much fun as sandals, open-toes and slides. This fall, we’ll see a repeat of the peep-toe bootie as well as leopard print, suede and lots of embellishment!
Whether you’re working with a high-end budget or looking for ideas, here are some top designs to whet your appetite:
Alexander McQueen winged leather ankle boots - $1,285
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Facebook opens the doors to all the outrageous characters across the nation that you would have never had the displeasure to come into contact with. Unfortunately, it also opens up the stereotypes and shameful actions of people that can only be described as a “Hot Ghetto Mess.” With the video above making the FB and youtube rounds, one can either laugh or shake your head in unbelievable dismay. Either way it’s a ridiculous sight to see as Antoine Dodson, exclaims to the local news “Hide ya kids, hide ya wife and hide ya husbands.”
BEYONCE GOES AVANT-GARDE IN ST. TROPEZ
Beyonce in St. Tropez rocking multi print Dries van Noten embellished shirt ($1,225) with Boxing Kitten shorts (around $79)
The Carters are vacationing in St. Tropez and their publicists I mean the paparazzi have been capturing their every move and every outfit worn by the Mrs.
Here she is in a multi print Dries Van Noten shirt and Boxing Kitten shorts. Mixing prints is very “in” right now but it’s hard to pull off and can leave you looking like a bad circus act. I think Beyonce worked this look very well and like the fact that she went to the extreme with this—mixing more than 2 prints with no solids to balance it out. The chunky gold necklace is also gives it a nice edge. The shirt retails for $1,225 and the shorts will run about $79.
If you’re up for the challenge to mix and match prints, try these less expensive ideas with an added dose of confidence to carry it off.
Floral marble print tee ($90/Topshop.com), Blu Moon floral short shorts ($68/Planetblue.com)
As my girlfriend said, “Men don’t know their place, because of the women who give them some head after a trip to the drive-thru at McDonalds.” Thank you Lorelei girl. Why the harsh words, well because some men are tripping. After a brief dating encounter, I was noted as “selfish,” who me? Shoot, talk about a good laugh. Of course, I had to tell this story with flair to my girlfriends and yes Nicky, “it’s all about getting some.” Now, although I’m a whopping 32 years old, my black @$$ is old school. This means, you are courting me, I am the prey and you are the damn Hunter—so HUNT!!? The rewards come at the end of the finishing line.
I am shocked to hear from a few guys that stated: “We now have options, and a dude should be wined and dined too.” GTFOH, are you serious? Since when did men not play their position? Doesn’t a true gentleman pay? It amazes me how the dating world has changed and not for the better.
While you’re hanging on to last few days of summer, someone else is snatching up all the hot pieces that you’re thinking about for your fall wardrobe. Well, I do it to myself every year but have to face the fact that with some things — you gotta get it while it’s hot!
Here are 5 fall pieces that you can get and wear right!
Christian Siriano for Payless exotic platform pump - $39.99
They say men are visual creatures, but I just think they’re typical creatures — turned on and out by whatever tickles their senses. Now that you’ve caught his eye, here are a few ways to lure him with some beautiful scents…
Fekkai Apple Cider Shampoo - $23.00
Hanae Mori Butterfly Perfume - $90
Dolce + Gabbana Rose The One Shower Gel - $38.00
