How to Pick a Scarf Style This Fall
September 30, 2009 by Kelli DesRochers
Filed under Accessories
Scarves are one of the easiest accessories to add to an outfit when the weather cools down because it is functional and stylish, but how are you going to pick a new scarf out of the hundreds that are available? Every store is lined with tons of different lengths, materials, and styles and it might seem a little overwhelming.
I have broken down the plethora of scarves that I have been eyeing lately into a few main categories to introduce you to the designs that are fashionable this Fall and to help you pick the style that will best fit with …read more
Return of the Classic Timex 80 Watch
September 9, 2009 by Kelli DesRochers
Filed under Accessories
I love all of these retro product comebacks! I definitely had an old school plastic Timex with the signature Indiglo backlit display that I got at a drugstore when I was in grade school. Now the original simple plastic Timex watch that was popular in the 1980’s has been released in new vibrant colors and updated designs as the Timex 80.
I first spotted the Timex 80 on high-end fashion online retailer Net-A-Porter’s website and found it quite amusing that this simple little watch was now being sold next to Christian Louboutins. But I also have to admit that I immediately …read more
Luxury Fedoras Handmade in Paris
September 8, 2009 by Kelli DesRochers
Filed under Accessories, Luxury
With the popularity of menswear-inspired looks this Fall, the fedora will again make a strong showing as one of the most stylish hats of the season. If you are tired of the cheap fedoras that you’ve been collecting in your closet over the last few years and are ready to invest in a quality headpiece, I have found the perfect item for you.
I just discovered La Cerise Sur Le Chapeau, which means “the cherry on the hat” in French and is a cute little adaptation to “la cerise sur le gateau” or “the cherry on the cake.” How clever for …read more
Designer Sunglasses on Sale at Outnet
September 7, 2009 by Kelli DesRochers
Filed under Accessories
The end of summer is a great time to find some fabulous fashionable sunglasses on sale. You may think of sunglasses as a summer style item, but bright winter days provide just as much harmful UV rays as summer so you will need to remember to protect your sensitive eyes.
TheOutnet.com is the official sale website of online designer store Net-A-Porter. It’s a great place to find high quality designer pieces at lower prices and they feature some fabulous Flash Sales. Discount websites are my favorite place to find designer accessories because you don’t need to worry about limited sizes being …read more
Snood Is The Must-Have Accessory for Fall
September 1, 2009 by Kelli DesRochers
Filed under Accessories, Fall Style
As soon as the temperature starts to drop, you will start to see snoods popping up on every fashionable woman’s head and neck. A snood is a functional, elegant, and versatile accessory that works with different looks and changing weather. I must get my hands on one as soon as possible…
Missoni Rib-Knit Wool-Blend Snood $205
What is a snood? Traditionally, dating back to the 1860’s, a snood was a hairpiece that wrapped around the top of the head and under the hair to the nape of the neck. This circular wrap contained a netted or cloth sack that held the hair. …read more
Edgy and Playful Scarves
August 3, 2009 by Star Stevenson
Filed under Fall Style, Gifts
Fall is coming up quick and it’s time to break out those fabulous cold-weather accessories! You might think scarves are boring gifts to give someone but not if the scarves are as unique and playful as these from Thomas Wylde and Alexander McQueen!
The Thomas Wylde Printed Silk Scarf and the Alexander McQueen Chiffon Skull Print Scarf made a huge impact last season and they’re back again. These have been seen on all the trendy starlets and it’s easy to see why. The playful prints and fab colour combos are what draws your eye. If you’re wearing an otherwise ’serious’ outfit, …read more
Amazing Miu Miu Glitter Slingback Sandals
August 1, 2009 by Star Stevenson
Filed under Gifts
You know it’s not often that I get really excited about a pair shoes… Wait, who am I kidding? I always get excited about a great pair of shoes. Especially shoes as spectacular as these Miu Miu heels. Aren’t they amazing?!
These Miu Miu Glitter Slingback Sandals are not at all practical or shoes one can wear on a daily basis, but my goodness are they stunning! I’m sure one can think of many reasons why they should wear these every day! This is truly the type of shoes Cinderella wouldn’t mind wearing to the ball. Can you imagine the look …read more
Stella McCartney Knows Summer
July 26, 2009 by Star Stevenson
Filed under Gifts
Looking for a pair of pretty new shoes for your Cinderella? These super cute summer sandals and wedges by Stella McCartney are perfect for summer and will look even better for next Spring!
The Stella McCartney Cloud Print Sandals and Cloud Print Wedges are the epitome of casual, carefree days of fun. She’ll be able to wear these with shorts and flirty dresses. They’re designed with the signature Sir Peter Blake cloud print canvas fabric, which are adorable but not overtly childish either. The sandals are accented with gold tone straps while the wedges have a a great leg lengthening …read more
Fashion Targets Breast Cancer
July 21, 2009 by Star Stevenson
Filed under Gifts
Do good while you shop for gifts with these pretty preppy polos. Net-A-Porter and Ralph Lauren have teamed up to fight the battle against breast cancer by joining the Fashion Targets Breast Cancer.
These cute Ralph Lauren FTBC Fitted Polo Shirts are adorned with the Fashion Targets Breast Cancer (FTBC) logo and come in a range of colours; blue, white, yellow, green and red ($55 each). With your purchase of a polo for yourself or someone you love, you’re supporting FTBC in the war against breast cancer. All net proceeds will be donated to the global charities worldwide.
Vintage Carrera Sunglasses
July 12, 2009 by Kelli DesRochers
Filed under Accessories
After a trip to Italy in the spring I have been obsessed with Carrera sunglasses. I wrote when I got back about how Carrera sunglasses are the absolute hot item in Italy. Every stylish young person in Italy was wearing a pair!
I just discovered a pair of vintage Carrera sunglasses! I am loving all of the vintage styles that are being re-released this summer, so I was really excited to find that Retrosun has a pair of vintage Carrera aviator sunglasses available.
Retrosun Vintage Carrera Sunglasses $365
These sunglasses have a vintage aviator style with gold frames and gray lenses. The gold …read more




