Thrill of the Chase

On February 29, 2012March 18, 2012 By all dolled upIn DealsLeave a comment

I LOVE me a good deal-might be one of my favorite things in the entire world. Maybe it’s from years spent as a buyer knowing what things actually cost, but I have a hard time shelling out full price for anything. So in truth, every time I make a purchase, it becomes a little game to see how great of I deal I can find. And most of the time, the thrill of the chase can almost be more fun than the catch. But not this time.

The Rack (Nordstrom Rack, for those of you who aren’t on a nickname basis) has been a tried and true place for me to find many incredible fashion steals and deals over the years. But a few days ago, while stopping in to see what treasures they have in stock, I might have stumbled upon my best find yet. I have a great little arsenal of Michael Kors watches that I have collected over the last couple of years, but have been on the hunt for a dressy gold one for quite a while now. But alas, gold watches are so popular, it has been nearly impossible to find a good deal on one. So, when I popped by the watch case (purely out of habit), I was shocked to see it, hiding in the back. A lone gold watch, exactly the same as my silver one, but with BLING!! Yes, BLING!! And what could be more perfect for me than a shiny gold watch with bling? Pretty sure nothing.

So behold, my new, gorgeous, $350 Michael Kors watch that I scored for $80 and some change. AH-mazing!!!

The collection (from left to right):

Silver and Crystal Watch: Michael Kors c/o ShopBop

Silver Watch: Michael Kors c/o Macy’s

Gold and Rhinestone Watch (new): Michael Kors c/o Nordstrom Rack

Gold and Tortise Watch: Michael Kors c/o Nordstrom Rack

Black Watch: Michael Kors c/o Nordstrom Rack

And did I mention that the true purpose for my trip to the Rack was to return a pair of boots that I didn’t end up wearing this year? So essentially, with the return, I scored this rocking arm candy for about $7. Now I just need to figure out how I’m ever going to top that! Let the chase begin!!

Hooray for Designer Collaborations!

On January 14, 2012March 18, 2012 By all dolled upIn Deals, Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

I LOVE it when designers team up with stores to create a lower price point line for us regular folk-in fact it makes me downright giddy. Missoni for Target was a dream come true, and when I caught a glimpse of the Giambattista Valli for Macy’s line I think I peed my pants a little. I’ve scoured runway books and studied fashion obediently since I first started out in this industry and with the flux in popularity of color this year (its always popular in my closet), G Valli is one designer I have had my eye on. So, of course, I had to pick up a few things. And perhaps one of my favorite fall purchases, is this divine skirt made out of tiny chiffon flower petals. In fact I love it so much, I have a hard time wearing it because I’m always waiting for the “perfect” occasion .

As I am sure you can tell by the tree and decor, I finally decided the first time I would wear my pretty frock was for Christmas Eve, which seems fitting because it also just happens to be my favorite day of the year.

Skirt: Giambattista Valli for Macy’s

(sold out on line but still available in select Macy’s stores that have an Impulse department)

Blazer: H&M (recent)

Blouse: H&M (recent)

Tights: Hue (Macy’s $16.00)

Black Suede Wedges: Urban Outfitters (sold out)

Heart Necklace: Tiffany’s

(In the store you can buy just the large charm, which is about half as much)

Long Necklace: my personal collection of sentimental charms

And as I sit here on a Friday night scouring my closet, sure that I have nothing suitable to wear for date night tonight, I’m thinking maybe it will make another appearance. Stay tuned!!!

The key to happiness? Fabulous Shoes

On January 7, 2012March 18, 2012 By all dolled upIn Deals3 Comments

There is only one thing in the world that can make me happier than my dogs and hubby, and that is a fabulous pair of new shoes. *Sigh*. My husband thinks I’m sick in the head, but I insist that having at least a gazillion pairs of shoes in my closet is a necessity to my happiness and the answer to my obsession with accessorizing. Pretty sure Forrest Gump hit the nail on the head when he said:

“Mamma always said you could tell an awful lot about a person by the kind of shoes they wear”.

And Carrie Bradshaw? Well I’m pretty sure that she and I are sole sisters! 😉 That said, thought I would share a couple of things (besides a piping hot cup of coffee) that brought a smile to my face on this snowy morning in the SLC.

My current favorite pair of shoes. I had my eyes on these gorgeous calf hair pumps for quite some time and finally snatched them up when they first went on sale a couple months back. While I can’t boast that they are comfortable (and I have TOUGH feet), they are just cute enough to be worth it.

Steve Madden Sarina-L– currently on sale for $41.98 (can’t beat that price!)