MUSIC MUST HAVE

I PURCHASED THIS CD TODAY WHILE I WAS OUT DOING A LITTLE SHOPPING. I LISTENED TO IT ON MY WAY HOME...I DIDN'T HAVE TO SKIP ONE SONG...I LISTENED TO THE CD IN ITS ENTIRETY...THE CD IS JUST THAT GOOD! YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED, BUT ARE YOU EVER DISAPPOINTED BY JILLY FROM PHILLY?

READ THIS

nike has taken on a new project....find out what it is by clicking on the link below:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20980046/from/ET/

enjoy

KARTA

EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT THIS HOT NEW DESIGNER JUDI LAMBERT & HER COLLECTION CALLED KARTA...HER DRESSES APPEAR TO BE VINTAGE/RETRO INSPIRED, JEWEL EMBELLISHED, WITH SOFT STRUCTURED SILHOUETTES. YOU CAN FIND HER COLLECTION @ NORDSTROM, SHOPBOP, NEIMAN MARCUS, INTERMIX, & MANY MORE LOCATIONS. TAKE A LOOK FOR YOURSELF TO SEE WHAT ALL THE HYPE IS ABOUT.

THE FRENCH WHAT?

CONNECTION! FRENCH CONNECTION IS ON TOP OF THIS SEASONS COAT TRENDS. THEY'VE GOT THE HOT HUES GREY & MUSTARD...& THE TOP STYLES SUCH AS 3/4 SLEEVE, BOWS, RUFFLE COLLARS. I FOUND A FEW AT THEIR WEBSITE THAT I THOUGHT WERE GORGEOUS!

PRICES RANGE FROM $188 - $268.

PANAMA PANAMA

i've had the opportunity to live in many places...& one of those fabulous places was the beautiful country of panama. it's been a while since i've been there (1993) but it's on my to do list. so much has changed since i lived there. i was there when the canal still belonged to the americans...panamanians have since taken it back. even though i was there in the early 90s panama was a very wonderful place. during the time i was there i had the chance to experience many things such as taking a tour of the canal zone/locks...it's something you have to see for yourself, going through the rain forest...absolutely breathtaking, swimming @ the many beaches...oh you wouldn't believe me if i told you that you can see clear to the bottom of the ocean...to top things off you get to experience both the caribbean sea and pacific ocean depending on what side of panama you're on...beautiful clear blue water. the city of panama both old and new are truly unique. the mountainous region (boquete) is spectacular...the flower festival was marvelous...it can get a bit chilly so bring a jacket! take a trip to the san blas islands to see how the cunas live...they are the creators of molas, an intricate design of animals, birds, village scenes or symbols(see pic w/the little girls)...i can't forget about my carnaval (feb) experience oh i had a blast...lots of dancing, music, throwing confetti, & food...it's was so exciting. i know that over the years panama has only gotten better so if you get the chance you should experience panama & all it has to offer. even though spanish is the official language most panamanians speak english. there are lots of places to shop, eat, & lay your head. panama is becoming the #1 location for american retirees...you get more bang for your buck...so give panama a try!

TWELVE BY TWELVE

forever21 introduces twelve by twelve...take a look @ http://www.forever21.com !

YOSHITOMO NARA

yoshitomo nara is a contemporary japanese pop artist who currently lives & works in toyko. i love his characters...the postcards are so cute...whenever i go to a new city & visit an art museum i always make a stop in the gift shop to see if they have anything by yoshitomo nara. while visiting san francisco this summer i had the chance to check out the giant robot store in the haight district they had a great selection of yoshitomo nara...if you're in st. louis stop by star clipper on delmar blvd...they have an amazing selection of japanese toys, anime, & manga.

READ THIS

here's something for all you fashionistas to read
http://www.ajc.com/living/content/living/stories/2007/09/11/fashjacobs0911.html

interested in knowing what others are doing across the world? here's a taste of what's going on in vietnam as it pertains to fashion. check it out:
http://www.ajc.com/news/content/shared-gen/ap/Asia/Vietnam_Luxury.html?cxntlid=inform

if for some reason the link doesn't take you directly to the article click on the atlanta journal constitution under daily news (at the bottom of my blog on the right hand side) & go to the living-fashion section to read the first article titled "marc jacobs collection an offbeat look at spring season." the second article is also under the living-fashion section called "vietnam develops a taste for luxury goods."

enjoy

METALLICA

i truly adore this blouse from banana republic....great top for a night on the town with your girls or a date with your guy! pair this blouse with a pair of sleek black trousers with classic black pumps or a slim black pencil skirt (bare legs) & black 6 inch heels. you can scoop this beauty up for $78 from http://bananarepublic.com

UMA DOT SPOT

I FOUND THIS REALLY NEAT STORE WHILE IN ST. LOUIS A MONTH OR SO AGO CALLED UMA DOT SPOT...THEY SELL REALLY UNIQUE PIECES FOR YOUR HOME & IT'S THE PERFECT PLACE TO FIND A GIFT FOR THAT PERSON WHO HAS EVERYTHING. CHECK THEM OUT ONLINE @ http://www.umadotspot.com/. HERE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE PIECES: STAINLESS STEEL LETTERS $12/EACH BUTTERCUP BENT PLY CHAIR $759 KNOX TABLE CLOCK $108 BEACH STONE RUNNER $52

GRAPHICS

need a dress that's bold, try this graphic t-shirt dress from urban outfitters for only $48.

SALES CALL

• SHOPBOP.COM TOOK MARKDOWNS YESTERDAY
• BANANA REPUBLIC FALL SALE STARTS TODAY 9.20.07
• GAP HAS NEW MARKDOWNS
• JCREW IS OFFERING AN EXTRA 20% OFF SALE ONLINE
• NEIMAN MARCUS LAST CALL CLEARANCE ONLINE
• MACY'S FALL SALE IS GOING ON NOW
• WEST ELM HAS SALE UP TO 50% OFF

READ THIS

IF YOU LIKE THE LOOK FOR LESS THEN YOU WILL ENJOY READING THIS ARTICLE
http://lifestyle.msn.com/beautyandfashion/fashionweek/article.aspx?cp-documentid=5367165&GT1=10417 & YOU GET TO SEE LOTS OF GREAT PHOTOS OF THE FEATURED LOOKS FOR LESS BY FAMOUS DESIGNERS.

SHOES ME

whatever pair you decide to place in your basket...just know the stares will be nonstop! the shoes above are simply breathtaking & will make any outfit stand out. shopbop has done an amazing job with their new designer boutique...it has a large assortment of ubercool goods. top row features shoes by; derek lam $725, givenchy $760, anya hindmarch $410. bottom row designers are; derek lam $750, banch zambrelli $545, donna karan collection $730.

3.1 PHILLIP LIM

3.1 phillip lim debuted in the fall of 2005 earning him earning him instant success! 3.1 is all about clothes that refine instead of define women...his clothing is respectful yet desirable. to see more of his fall collection and to join the mailing list click on http://www.31philliplim.com/. 3.1 phillip is now available in over 250 boutiques & major department stores. he also has a store in Soho on 115 mercer street in case you're in new york and want to stop by. {dresses above range in price from $525 - $625}

HANG UPS

need something new to hang on your wall try one of these quirky pieces from urban outfitters. {cuckoo clock $48, filigree mirror $38, dove wall decals $38, bird print in frame $40}

PRINTS

feminine, printed pieces from jcrew...no need to say anymore...the pieces speak for themselves. check them out at http://www.jcrew.com

MUSTARD SEED

are you a fan of mustard? it's one of the colors for fall! mustard is a very bold color...i would pair this color with a neutral like grey, or shades of brown to tone it down. to make this color pop even more wear it with navy or black! here are a few pieces from urban outfitters to help you decide what works best for you.