Gold Rush

Step 1: Admit you have a problem.

I have a problem. Everyday, for the past month, I pay a visit to Garance's website to stare at the photos of Anna Dello Russo during Paris Fashion week from September. It's not what you think though. It has nothing to do with her fabulous clothes or her even more fabulous accessories. It's her damn near impossible to find gold nail polish. Now, I'm sure I wouldn't have noticed it if it weren't for her gorgeous shoes but the color literally made me stop in my tracks.

(Anna and her team) (Anna and the perfect gold polish)

I thought it would be as easy as going to the nail salon for a pedicure and picking out the gold shade. NOPE! There is literally a nail salon on every block here in Westwood, yet not ONE of them carries this particular gold. WHY!?!? Time for Plan B. I'll just buy my own gold polish and bring it to the salon. Why does every CVS/Rite Aid in the area carry only 5 shades of nail polish? Why does Sephora carry every shade besides matte gold? Why is the sky blue?

Anyway, I've turned to the web in my search for the "damn near impossible to find gold nail polish." These are some of my options. Right now I'm leaning towards Amazon.com because I know they're reliable and I can always return the polish if it's not perfect. Wish me luck!




(Nubar 24K) (Essie 667) (Mirage 24K Gold 3)



~ Jackie D.

This Just In

(Spring 2010 Ready-to-Wear
Lanvin - Runway)

Hey Guys, guess what? Ankle bracelets are back in style. Hold on a sec, I'm not talking about the beaded ones we made at camp, and especially not the leather ones with pendants hanging off the sides. Don't get me wrong, if that's your thing then go right on ahead.
The ones I'm referring to re-emerged in Paris at the Lanvin Spring 2010 fashion show this month on the ankles of the models. The new generation of ankle bling consists of chunky gold and silver chains with some splashes of diamonds (or CZs for us budget shoppers) mixed in.

I think The Glamouri did a fantastic job of interpreting the trend, as always. You can also check out the Lanvin Runway photos for yourself over here.

If you're as into this as I am, check out some of the options I found online. They range from high to low so I can dream about the high and go for the low. Enjoy!



~ Jackie D.

Cirque de Britney!

Celebrate! I finally have a costume idea for Halloween. I'm taking some inspiration from my girl Britney Spears and will be dressing as a circus ringmaster. I'm excited. This one will be cheap and easy because I already own most of the essentials.

Checklist:

1. Black Blazer with coattails. I already own one of these thanks to the crazy/amazing Elizabeth and James sample sale last year. (it was only $10!!!)
2. Black Opaque tights. Every girl should own at least one pair, unless you're like me and own 6.
3. Black Patent Leather Ankle Boots. They have a super high heel and are nothing short of fierce. Do you remember the Christian Siriano for Payless boots that I posted about earlier here?
   

What I need to buy to complete the outfit:

1. Gold hot shorts. I can always rely on good ol' American Apparel for these.
2. Sequin Bra. I think I might go DIY for this one.
   
3. Top hat, whistle, whip. The only things I'll be buying from the ridiculously crowded costume store.

I hope this all works out. It's like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders.

~ Jackie D.

MMM-Missoni

Yesterday, at around 10:30am I had an epiphany. I need new sheets and they have to be from Missoni Home. I think the events leading up to this epiphany might have had something to do with it. First, my friend was browsing the web endlessly looking for hawaiian-themed bed sheets which led me to daydream about the gorgeous bedsheets from the Rachel Zoe Project; so soft, so warm. I looked straight past the lady laying on the bed.

"I have to get new bed sheets!" I told myself. So now I will start my bed sheet savings account to support my frivolous obsession with Missoni Home, and while I'm at it, I might as well throw in a new duvet cover and some throw pillows, just to jazz it up. Don't judge me, I can't control my urges.

These are my options. I can't decide on Gray or Black/White for the duvet cover. What do you think?

~ Jackie D.

The Look For Less

This weekend I spent some time with my sister at the mall because she wanted to find some riding boots. It was her reward for placing Top 10 in a cross country meet. Congrats Monique!
Anyway, we visited Aldo and I completely fell in love with several shoes in the store that were completely unnecessary and overpriced. But that doesn't matter because I want them and I will stalk the store for the next month until they go on sale.

Lucky for me, Aldo has a cool website that offers 10% off so soon enough I will be the proud owner of these nifty Nicholas Kirwood look-alikes. My favorite part of the shoe is the royal blue sole.

The Look: Around $1,000



For Less: $84.98



~ Jackie D.

Emerald City

There is rarely a time when a store never fails to deliver on its merchandise. Did that make sense? Anyway, I feel the need to share my love of a jewelry store that is small, unique, and a treasure in my hometown.

Cocoon, Gifts for the Mind & Heart is my absolute favorite spot to buy serious jewelry at ridiculously good prices. It also helps that the store owner will offer a story on the place of origin for every single item in the store. Ok so he doesn't only sell jewelry, he actually has any sort of exotic artifact you could think of. I will definitely be decorating my future home with some of his Frida Kahlo pieces. LOVES IT! This is what the shop looks like from the outside. It's conveniently located between a LaundryMat and a Mexican Restaurant....Oh Downey, when will you stop with the Mexican restaurants?



This past Saturday I went a little crazy and got myself:
1. Earrings from India
2. A jewel-encrusted Owl ring from Amsterdam
3. a real gold-dipped leaf on a gold chain
4. black stone and pearl bangles (unknown place of origin, lol)

I LOVE every single piece and I will definitely be returning this weekend to get some cool stuff for my ladies at work. So make sure to visit this place at least ONCE in the near future, I can assure you that you will not regret it.

~ Jackie D.

The Sandlot

One of my all-time favorite movies is the Sandlot. This is mostly based on my undying love for Benny "The Jet" Rodriguez. So when I saw this sale for PF Flyers, I was taken back to my 12 year old self, sitting in front of the TV, watching the Sandlot on repeat so I could see Benny jump over the wall to get away from Hercules. It always made my heart skip a beat. Memories......





If you're also feeling the warmth of nostalgia, check out the PF Flyers sample sale on Gilt.com today. Feel free to ask me for an invitation code if you're not a member.


~ Jackie D.