I’ve been noticing all of the colorful plastic and rubber watches that have been gaining popularity as an affordable fashion accessory lately and trying to decide which kind to get.  The classic Timex 80 is an obvious option, but I have recently been intrigued by the bright colors and personalization of Toywatch watches.
This Toywatch Jelly Customizable Watch has a fun concept that takes me back to my childhood days.  Little girls love changing their jewelry to match their outfit, and I remember that I had lots of accessories with similar customizable concepts when I was growing up.  The Jelly Watch …read more

Okay, so while Vivienne Westwood might not actually be “indie”, anymore, she’s a) the original independent fashion designer and b) totally amazing. Her punk chic diffusion line, Anglomania, is always fabulous, but not really affordable. But until day’s end, you can pick up a few of her designs for Melissa Shoes on Gilt at bottom of the barrel prices.
Melissa Shoes makes all rubber shoes, and this is plasticized version of the classic Westwood T-strap is almost unbearably cute. Plus, it’s practical. Like you could wear it in the rain and stuff. I love this soft cotton candy pink version.
And these …read more

Clothing designer Paul Smith and sunglasses designer Oakley have teamed up to re-create a line of the classic 1980’s rubber Frogskin sunglasses.  The iconic design featuring 100% rubber frames and mirrored lenses have been released in four colors:  pink, purple, turquoise, and pink camouflage.  Only 500 pairs of the limited edition sunglasses are being produced in each color.
Paul Smith/Oakley Frogskins in Pink Camouflage $325
I am a huge fan of the retro styles, bright colors, and patterned frames that they are using in their design but I’m not so sure that the pricetag of $325 per pair.  Yes, there are two …read more