These Are Just A Few Of My Favorite Things...Or Should I Say Favorite Trends...

Here are a few of my favorite trends as we head into the holiday season:

1. Mad for Plaid: Everyone is going mad for plaid! You can find it in jackets, shirts, shoes, and skirts. Whether it's for business or pleasure, PLAID IS EVERYWHERE!

2. Bohemian Chic: Woodstock turned 40 this year and if you are still celebrating than chances are...you are bohemian chic! The soft and billowy fabrics are more your style. The natural fabrics of suede and leather will be the basis of your shoes and jackets. But, most of all, you're just hoping for world peace!

3. Rock Star: This trend is bringing the 80's back to life...skinny ties, leather jackets, and hair bands. I grew up in the 80's, so now you approximately know my age! I LOVED the 80's and still do! Okay, I loved the 80's music more than the 80's fashion styles, but, I'm loving the updated 80's version of today.

4. Animal Instincts: I LOVE animal prints and the best part is...they never really go out of style. Leopard, zebra, and giraffe prints always find the spotlight!

Don't delay...what trend are you in love with today!

Monday Markdowns: (On Thursday) November 12, 2009

Okay...the last few weeks, I haven't been very good at getting this information out ON a Monday. BUT, it really doesn't matter what day it is...as long as I get the information to you about some savings opportunities that are happening RIGHT NOW:


Friends and Family Events going on THIS WEEKEND (November 12 - 15th) at the following stores:
GAP
Banana Republic
Old Navy
White House/Black Market
Restoration Hardware

Victoria's Secret
20% off a single item! Ends Monday, November 16, 2009
Promo Code: SAVE20

Boston Proper
Register to win a $1000 holiday wardrobe.
www.bostonproper.com

Express
Weekend Wrap Up
$30 off a $75 purchase or $15 off a $30 purchase
Online promo code: 4517
November 12 - 16

Moxie Shoes
Grey Friday (instead of Black Friday) Savings!
20% off your total purchase through Thanksgiving weekend.
Promo Code: ELF20
www.moxieshoestulsa.com

Modern Moms

Check out FOX23's Thursday Threads segment from today! It was an awesome segment to prove that busy moms can also be stylish!

Take a look! It was a lot of fun!

http://www.fox23.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?videoId=42603


Outfits from the Segment:

Black/White Tunic: $98.00
Black Leggings: $35.00
Total: $133.00
Outfit by White House Black Market
www.whitehouseblackmarket.com

Green Cardigan Sweater: $39.95
Green Pin Striped Button Down Shirt: $36.95
Charcoal Grey T-shirt: $9.97
Jeans: $39.95
Total: $126.82
Outfit by New York and Company
www.nyandcompany.com

Dusty Plum Sweater Knit Hoodie: $24.99
Dusty Plum Sweater Knit Pants: $20.00
Multi-Color T-shirt: $11.88
Dusty Plum/Gold Scarf: $14.99
Bronze Ballet Flats: $12.99
Total: $84.85
Outfit by Target
www.target.com

Sparkle and Shine....

THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL SHOE!

I cannot tell you how in LOVE I am with this shoe. WHY? First, because it is a Christian Louboutin. Second, because sequins are VERY IN for this holiday season, and, third, because I LOVE SHOES.

Actually, I'm not the only one loving this shoe. If you watch The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Kim sports this shoe at Sheree's fashion show (Yes, it's true..I'm a fan of the song "Tardy for the Party"..okay, I said it!) AND Carrie in Sex and the City 2 is wearing a much higher version of Christian's sequin heel (the Pigalle pump). Now, I don't think I have to say this twice. If CARRIE is wearing a shoe like this, EVERYONE will be wearing a shoe like this(or at least a version of it!)

This particular Christian Louboutin shoe retails for $595.00 at Barney's. Yep, for those of you that know Christian's line and are in LOVE with the red sole shoes...you are not surprised by this price! However, I will be the first one to admit that a shoe at this price doesn't fit in my shoe budget (although, I REALLY WISH it would), but, a girl can dream and lust over it, right?

Another tip: Oprah wears A LOT of Christian Louboutin. How do I know this? The red sole is the giveaway! Oprah always sits in her chair and tips her foot UP, so you can see the sole of her shoe! It's actually kind of annoying, but it does make it easy to see what kind of shoes she is wearing!

Christian Louboutin is the "NEW" Manolo Blahniks. Dont' get me wrong..I LOVE Manolos! But, Manolo is going to have to make room for Christian.

Ah, I'm going to dream about Chrisitan Louboutin shoes tonight.........

Vintage T's...A Blast From The Past...

As we all know, the holidays are right around the corner. What is it? It's only like 7 weeks until Christmas (or somethingl like that)? I am all about finding fun and creative gifts that really SURPRISES the recipient. I LOVE the holidays for the GIVING, sure, receiving is fun, but, I really love the quest for THE gift!

While watching football this Saturday afternoon, I came across these vintage tshirts while perusing one of my MANY fashion mags. It was Casper the Friendly Ghost, that REALLY caught my eye! Do you remember Casper? I was just trying to explain to my stepson around Halloween on who Casper was, because we were talking about ghosts and I said that I only like FRIENDLY ghosts. I used to LOVE watching Casper the Friendly Ghost. (Does that date me?)

For those of you that are HUGE Rachel Zoe fans, you will love the "This shirt is bananas" tshirt. Bananas is a VERY COMMON word in Rachel's vocabulary! I was "totally bananas" for this tshirt! Of course, I think the shopping tshirt is appropriate for me too!

The tshirts can be found at http://www.localcelebrity.com/. No one can forget Rocky and you will, also, find Inspector Gadget, and Crime Dog with a vintage/retro feel, as well as many others on their website too. The tshirts are very reasonably priced at $30.00, so they won't break your holiday budget either!

I LOVE finding THE perfect gift for someone! Whether it be fun, cheap, expensive, or even cheesey...it is so much fun to search out a gift that someone will TRULY APPRECIATE and/or get a good laugh from it!

It's time to at LEAST start THINKING about your holiday shopping! If you need help, let me know! Would love to share any tricks, tips, and/or advice to make your holiday shopping a less stressful experience for you!

Okay...who else remembers Casper the Friendly Ghost?

Monday Markdowns: (On Wednesday)November 4, 2009

Alright, so, my Monday this week is, actually, falling on a Wednesday. No one is perfect, right? My October has been nothing but pure craziness!! Just got back from NYC on Monday night and have been playing "catch up" ever since:

Here are a few "deals" that I DID NOT want you to miss:

Kate918 (local - Tulsa, OK)
All jewelry, scarves, and candles: Buy one, get one at 50% off
Christmas wish list - participate in their Christmas wish list program and save 20% off your purchase!

Gaga -a-GoGo (local - Tulsa, OK)
"ABC's in Tulsa" Book Signing
November 5, 2009
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

2009 Care Card (local - Tulsa, OK)
Oct. 31 - Nov. 8, 2009
DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY FOR SOME GREAT SAVINGS and support a great cause: Family and Children's Services!
$50 for a Care Card that saves you 10-20% at more than 180 Tuls metro area shops and restaurants.
www.fcsok.org

Neiman Marcus
LAST DAY to obtain various levels of Neiman Marcus Gift Cards based on a minimum of $250 in purchases!
Free online shipping! Promo Code: NMNOV

DSW
Extra 30% off clearance merchandise.
Online only!
Thru Nov. 9, 2009
Promo Code: CLR30

Express
Friends and Family discount! Starts THIS Friday!
In store and online! Save 20%!
Promo Code: 4291 (go to www.express.com for coupon)

Boston Proper
Win a $1000 Holiday Wardrobe! Go to www.bostonproper.com for details!

Ulta
Free shipping on orders of $25 or more!
Promo Code: 37202
20% off (select) items!
Promo Code: 27249

I See Red....

I see RED...lots and lots of RED! It is amazing to see a group of women come together for a great cause! I was part of an amazing committee that hosted the Go Red For Women Executive Luncheon today, here, in Tulsa, OK.

The statistics I heard today were EYE OPENING! For example...this is a big one: Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women? Not just by a little bit either...it is 4 TIMES MORE the leading cause of death in women vs. cancer. Most of you thought cancer, didn't you?

There are a lot of GREAT causes out there to volunteer for and support in this world. I'm particularly passionate about the Go Red For Women campaign, because of family history, as well as a I was with a dear friend of mine when she had a heart attack. That alone was an EYE OPENING experience for me and I didn't need any statistics (from above) to convince me.

Here is my shameless plug: GET INVOLVED!! I can bet that everyone can name at least ONE person that has had a heart attack, stroke, or suffers from heart disease...man OR woman. Do you want to be a statistic? Or do you want one of your family members to be a statistic? We need to educate ourselves and others!

GO RED!!

Besides, where else do you get to see a room filled with WOMEN looking fabulous in RED!

(dresses by www.victoriassecret.com, shoes by www.moxieshoestulsa.com)