IT'S ABOUT TIME...PIECES

i absolutely adore my white watch...it looks so great on my caramel complexion! it really

commands attention everytime i wear it. i found some other great white watches from nordstrom i'm sure you'll love...take a look & tell me whether you would sport a white watch!

vestal $170, marc jacobs $200, d&g $250, burberry $295, fendi $495

GAP EURO COLLECTION

Gap is offering a new limited edition european collection straight from the europe design studios. this collection is going to give you ladies a more feminine, tailored, slim fit. shown above are a few pieces from the collection that's available online @ http://www.gap.com. {pleated neck mini dress $98, two way zip sweater coat $98, cropped wide leg trousers $88}

lotta jansdotter

i found this new line of products by lotta jansdotter by way of blueprint magazine {sept/oct 2007}. lotta jansdotter is a self taught surface designer who creates products that provide inspiration & reflect a simple, elegant lifestyle. jansdotter offers a variety of products that range from stationery to baby toys with very affordable prices. here's what i found on her website http://www.jansdotter.com/ that i absolutely love! to learn more about lotta jansdotter pick up the latest issue of blueprint magazine or click on blueprint under "magazines i can't put down" category on the side of my blog. {apron $58, stationery box $14.95 30 sheets/envelopes, tissue box cover $32, checkbook cover $18, soft owl baby toy $$18, coin purse $14}

SUNNER RAYS

Sunner by susan denner lee & simon lee...both hail from australia. the collections are contemporary designs that are bohemian & elegant with elements of australian surf culture. susan has been in fashion industry and worked with helmut lang and donna karan. i love the use of ruffles on the coats and dresses so very feminine. the colors are perfect for fall. here are my favorite picks from the fall 2007 collection...tell me what you think.
{top row: cobalt blue lulu ruffle dress $251, calgary ruffle jacket $431, calgary ruffle coat $524, purple carnaby tunic $194. bottom row: florent ruffle dress $295, triple pocket zipper coat $462, ranger hooded coat $607, tie back peplum shirt $251. available @http://www.shopbop.com

MNG by MANGO

when i went to san francisco this summer i kept seeing signs for this store. i had never heard of MNG by MANGO...finally after much shopping i ran across this store in westfield centre on market street. the store was crowded and it seemed like a tornado had gone through it. they were having an amazing sale & people were eating it up. there seemed to be a wide assortment of merchandise for woman. after leaving san francisco i saw something either or television or in print about penelope cruz and her sister monica doing a limited edition line for MNG by MANGO. last night as i was flipping through the latest issue of people style watch i saw a top from this store. here's a little information i found about the latest store popping up over the United States. MNG by MANGO is a prestigious, multinational company dedicated to the design, manufacture, & marketing of clothing and accessories from women. MNG by MANGO hails from Barcelona. they have stores in los angeles, san francisco, chicago, & miami. new stores are opening in boston, dallas, d.c., seattle, vegas, and puerto rico. if you don't live close to any of these locations you can shop online http://www.mangoshop.com/home1.jsp?idioma=IN. if you've been to and shopped at zara or h&m...MNG by MANGO is very similar! here are a few pieces from MNG BY MANGO red coat $149 black coat $149, white top $59, black dress $89, brown wrap dress $89

DENIM DOLLARS

according to money magazine the best pair of jeans to spend your money on is 7 for all mankind! 7 for all mankind happens to be one of my favorites too, i think i own about 6 or 7 pairs! to read more on what money magazine has to say about this brand click on the link: http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2007/moneymag/0708/gallery.value_wear.moneymag/5.html

if you're interested in purchasing a pair of 7 for all mankind jeans or just to see what all the hoopla is about click on http://www.7forallmankind.com/.

left to right: bootcut stretch in mercer $156, ginger pant in daytona $187, lattice high waist bootcut in peking $194.

TIMELESS

do you own any of the classic pieces above? well you should & here's the reason why, they never go out of style & if you invest in quality pieces they will withstand the test of time. banana republic is a great outlet for finding classic, basic, timeless pieces. banana republic is also very affordable to most people. here are the pieces birdie believes you should have in your closet: classic beige trench coat $228, the very basic white button down woven $58, the black pencil skirt $98, a string of freshwater pearls $98, the LBD (little black dress) $148, & the perfect interview outfit: the black suit blazer $198 & pants $98. other pieces worth investing in are a pair of black pumps & a classic handbag like the louis vuitton speedy 25 or 30 ($595- $620).

MELANGE

free people is known to have wonderful accessories. here are a few of my favorites:

metallic corset belt $138, mitered stripe socks $16, milano sport watch $125, queen of hearts corset belt $188, painted prague sunglasses $38. all items available @ http://www.freepeople.com

SINK OR SWIM

PRADA or NINEWEST...you decide which one is right for you & your wallet. you can't go wrong with either one! top left to right: prada vernice sfumata pump $550 OR ninewest metropop pump $79. bottom left to right: ninewest nastro pump $89 OR prada camoscio pump $430. very similar yet so different.

BRANCH HOME

branch home (http://www.branchhome.com/) is an awesome online store that sells a variety of home goods including furniture, accessories, & one of a kind gifts. take a look @ what birdie found: green seat belt pillow made from 100% unused nylon seat belts $114, gray eggflat made from industrial wool felt($54) can be folded flat for storage, garden in a bag would make an excellent gift for that special someone for only $8, & last but certainly not least is the 100% recycled plastic waste material chair for a whopping $1198. not only will you be helping the environment by purchasing these products your home will reek with style!!!