The Crystal Ball Was Right: Mutton Sleeves

Remember this Rachel Zoe runway look? The one where I said that leg-o-mutton-sleeves were going to be showing up in the shops in the near future? TAAAA DAAAAA! Not a bad looking white long sleeve top, and only $19.99 at…

Sort Through the New at Forever 21

Sort Through the New at Forever 21

There’s still not a lot of “new” happening on the retail front. Not that we’re all dying for the season to change and get knee-high boots and parkas into our closets…still, the retail world might do well to sate a…

Madewell Sale On Sale

Madewell Sale On Sale

I can’t quibble with 30% off sale prices. Madewell is running that very online promotion right now. Here are a few pieces that caught my eye. Warning: they really are going quickly (she says even though she doesn’t get paid…

L.L. Bean for Hipsters

L.L. Bean for Hipsters

I have to say I’m really impressed with L.L. Bean’s new Signature collection. They’ve kept the quality and jettisoned the fuddy duddy, making these pieces suitable for city folks of all ages. These are some of my favorites. Right now…

The Early Bird Catches the Cool Clothes

The Early Bird Catches the Cool Clothes

Zara is having their semi-annual sale right now. There is a quirk in their manufacturing/selling cycle that is hugely to your advantage, if you’re prepared to buy for fall and winter right now. Zara’s manufacturing turnaround time is two weeks…

What Say You, F21?

What Say You, F21?

Yes, I’ve been on what one calls a hiatus, or a vacation, or a break. I was gone for about ten days, enjoying hinterlands that weren’t well-equipped with internet access. Let’s see what Forever 21 was up to in the…

Our Choices Are Slowing to A Trickle; Here’s Why

Our Choices Are Slowing to A Trickle; Here’s Why

It’s a slow time of year in the fashion world. Summer clearance sales have started, and while pre-fall collections are trickling into stores, no one is paying much attention to them. Even the fast fashion chains take a breather in…

I Went Full On Mullet Dress

I Went Full On Mullet Dress

This mullet dress sent me swooning. Actually, it sent me reaching, for my credit card. Yes, it’s a product of the high-low trend factory. But the midi length in front, combined with the longer short sleeves, is terrific. Basically, the…

What Did Monday Bring Us, Forever 21?

What Did Monday Bring Us, Forever 21?

Let’s see what the eCommerce elves over at Forever 21 have been up to over the weekend… Zig zag midi length skirt – I’m on the fence about this one. Good length, elastic waist, fully lined, but have those colors…

Accessizzleries: Summer Brighteners

Accessizzleries: Summer Brighteners

It’s difficult to commit these words to screen, but even though summer hasn’t officially started, it’s almost over. In about three weeks, fall clothing is going to hit the stores. If you’re already tired of your summer wardrobe, but don’t…