Party Dress Shopping Spree

 

I just realized that I bought four party dresses in the past two weeks with only one party to go to :).  I just keep telling myself that if I get invited to some fabulous party then I will be very prepared.

Top row left to right: Vena Cava (originally $473 on sale for $331.10 at shopbop) and Alexander Wang (from shopbop but no longer available). 

Bottom row left to right: (Mason by Michelle Mason ($341 on shopbop) and Haute Hippie ($550 at nordstroms)

 

OMG...

Ms. Spears performing "Womanzier" at the Bambi Awards in Germany... Click here to watch the performance!

Don't forget, Brit will be performing on X Factor tomorrow night and she also has an MTV special airing Sunday, Good Morning America performance Tuesday the 2nd (the day Circus drops) and will be at the Rockafeller Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the 3rd.  I'm so excited for her upcoming tour (possible concert on April 16th at the Los Angeles Staples Center)!

1 Week Countdown: Britney Spears

I am soooooo excited for Britney's new album,"Circus," to come out a week from Tuesday (and on Ms. Spears' birthday).  Seriously, B. Spears has been doing so well lately and I can only hope that her album claims the number 1 spot next week!

"Circus" is available for preorder on Amazon for $9.99.

The Perfect Pumps

Christian Louboutin (my fav!) has created the perfect black, patent pump that go with everything.  The style name is "Rolando" and I remember they flew off the shelf last fall...Luckily, I was able to preorder a pair this year :)

Available in Black and Red Patent at Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman for $700.  

Edit: Just picked these up on Tuesday!

The Most Beautiful Woman in the World

A stunning photo of Angelina Jolie (with one of the twins) taken by her partner Brad Pitt for the November issue of W magazine...  Seriously, she is one of the most beautiful women alive (if only she hadn't stolen Brad from Jen).

Pretty in Paisley & Braids

 

The oh so fashionable Nicole Richie looked adorable in paisley and braids at the 18th Annual Environmental Media Award on November 13th.  Earlier that day she got her hair done at the Byron Williams Salon in Beverly Hills.

Earth Angels

 

Models Doutzen Kroes, Miranda Kerr, Marissa Miller and Heidi Klum all look insanely gorgeous at the 2008 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in Miami.  The show is set to air on December 3rd on CBS... watch with caution, may cause body envy.

 

Silver Stunners: 2008 CMA Awards

 

 

Country divas Carrie Underwood, Kellie Pickler and Taylor Swift all look stunning in varying shades of silver at last nights CMA Awards.  I definitely think that Pickler wins the award for most glam, she looks absolutely fabulous!  

On a side note, I bought Taylor's new CD yesterday and its definitely a must have! 

 

Round 2?!?!

I just about died and went to fashion heaven when I saw a pic of Rachel Zoe and Nicole Richie speaking at an Alberta Ferretti event on Wenesday night in LA.  Could this be round 2 for my favorite fashionistas? A girl can dream!

   

Perfect Stocking Stuffers

  

Christmas coming up means holiday shopping (which can be both fun and stressful) and with tons of friends and family to buy for I am always on the lookout for good deals.  Makeup is always a fun thing to receive and Sephora has some great gift sets that would be perfect stocking stuffers.  I just bought Stila's Shine on Gift of Glaze ($28) and The Lash Stash ($35) for myself... no harm in treating yourself :)

Must Read: Influence

The most famous twins on the planet (besides Brangelia's newborns) just released their coffee table book "Influence" which is packed with interviews from the people who have, well, influenced them.  I picked up a copy the day it came out and was pleasantly surprised with what I read (definitely worth the $).  I loved the interviews from Christian Louboutin, Diane Von Furstenberg and Karl Lagerfeld but my favorites were the interviews that MK & A gave each other.

Pictured below are Ashley and Mary Kate at their NYC book signing and Barney's event for "Influence":

 

Winter Wardrobe: Ms. Richie

 

Nicole Richie totally rocked two very different winter looks at the Dsquared and H&M events on November 6th and 11th.  At Dsquared, Nicole went with a winter floral that is perfectly paired with an Alexander Wang cropped jacket and Balenciaga bag.  I love winter florals because you can totally turn it into a Spring look just by using different accessories.  The look at H&M was an adorable long sleeved mini mixed with black tights and killer YSL heels.  The hair and makeup is perfection!

Mission: Missoni

I NEED this cozy Missoni sweater wrap that Nicole wore pre-Harlow.  Actually, I just need something Missoni in general.  I love the iconic zig zag pattern and how the pieces can be worn in multiple seasons.  

HSM Chic

 

Vanessa Hudgens looks so chic and put together on a Thursday afternoon in LA.  I love the crisp, white skinnies paired with a tucked in shirt in the season's hottest color.  The black patent peep toes and fringe Botkier handbag bring the look to the next level. Vanessa has been quite the fashionista on the HSM3 (tomorrow!) promo tour.  I adored her look on TRL this past Tuesday (posted on right).

Lust Object: Louis Vuitton Mahina Bag

I am in love with the Louis Vuitton Mahina Bag in this off white color.  It would be great year round since it's not stark white which helps somewhat justify the extreme price tag ($3,360 for the XL version).  It also come in black, an oliveish grey, silver and bronze as well as 4 sizes.

Hot Headbands

 

Famous fashionistas like Natalie Portman and Nicole Richie along with Gossip Girl queen Blair Waldorf have been spotted in designs from Jennifer Behr.  I love that there is such an array of pieces which range from crystal hippie to feminine floral.  Prices for Jennifer Behr's prices range from approximately $50 to $395.

A cheaper and understated alternative is Rachel Leigh's "Hippie Chic Headbands," which was spotted on Lauren Conrad at her Fashion Week Spring 09 runway show and goes for $66 at ShopBop.com.

My Perfume Collection

I love perfume and thought it be fun to share my collection! I'm always adding new ones but usually end up wearing the same staples.

From back left: Gucci Envy Me, Hanae Mori, Stella, Flower by Kenzo, Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Purse Spray, and Child Oil(hidden behind Marc Jacobs).  From front left: Quelques Fleurs, Lolita Lempicka, Hilary Duff With Love, Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Extreme and Marc Jacobs.  Another favorite not picture is Kai perfume oil.

And the Winner is...

 

 

Leanne!  I was really not impressed with her runway collection but was pretty certain that she was going to win after hearing the judge's comments.  I do have to say that I liked Kenley's collection at Fashion Week the best! Leanne's clothes were well executed but the color palette was a little boring in my opinion.  Can't wait for next season!

My favorite looks from Kenley's collection:

   

Product Obsession: La Mer

It started with the creme.  Then I just had to have the lip balm (which smells of vanilla mint).  Then it turned into a full blown La Mer obsession; I now wash my face with the cleansing foam, follow up with the tonic, next use the radiant infusion, and finish my face with a dose of either the creme or moisturizing gel cream.  When my skin needs an extra boost I use the refining facial and I am most obsessed with my tube of the body creme.  Pricey, but oh so worth it.

La Mer can be bought at Saks, Neiman Marcus and lamer.com