Oh My God. You. Guys.

My husband's car went ka-put last week and I become significantly more frugal with my spending as a result. I thought my designer bag plans were no more, or at least postponed greatly. I did not, however, spend the money I had already squirreled away. Fast forward to today at TJ Max. I found my leather raspberry Michael Kors for, get this, $99! Holy Cow!

It's not exactly like the tote I posted earlier (below). But I actually like the more narrow shape I found better.


My new bag is from the fall 2010 collection (I think). I believe the tote I pictured in my earlier post is from the same collection, only a different shape. After a little Macy's/Bloomingdales/Von Maur research I discovered these pieces and sizes are generally retailing for around $250! Which means I managed to save $150! Whoop!

My computer camera is making it look significantly more pink than it really is. Its truly a purpley raspberry.

(also note my new OPI nail color 'Barefoot in Barcelona' which I am in love with and pardon my hat hair day. Its snowing and the hat is cute - I promise!)

McQueen for a Queen

Michelle Obama wore Alexander McQueen to this years State Dinner! She is branching out and she looks fabulous! American royalty!

Show me your Globes.

The majority of fashion coverage I watched on the Golden Globes 2011 was mixed and leaning negative. I'm happy to say, however, that I pretty much liked everything I saw... with a few choice exceptions.

My Favorites:


Anne Hathaway in Armani, styled by Rachel Zoe. I think this is stunning. I love the volume in the shoulders and the bare back. It's dripping with Hollywood glam and it is fabulous. I want to grow up to be Anne Hathaway... although I may be older than her.


Amber Riley in Oliver Tolentino. I think she finally hired a stylist! She looks gorgeous. Its been said that fuller bodies can't carry head to toe sparkle. I think Amber proves that's not true.


Ethereal thy name is Dianna Agron in J. Mendel.


Catherine Zeta-Jones in Monique Lhuillier Pre-Fall 2011. Can she even do wrong? CZJ just knows what works. Love the color and the texture.

Loved but with caution:


January Jones in Versace. Honestly, I thought I hated this until I saw her present. The movement sold me. On the runways it was a light royal blue, but I like the red. Still, though, it has my boobs concerned. Are her girls OK?


Christina Hendricks in Romona Keveza. To be fair to the nay-sayers, the ruffle does tend towards 1988 Dynasty. That said, however, j'adore. Love red on a redhead. Takes balls.


Claire Danes' Calvin Klein was totally backless, which provided the drama this outfit needed. Me likey.

Concerned but not angry:


Helena Bonham Carter in Vivienne Westwood. I think the best way to explain my (and many other fashion bloggers) reaction is that, she wants so badly to be on the top of every worst dressed list that I don't think she deserves the satisfaction.

Side note, she is simply beautiful under all that costume.
PS - I fucking love Vivienne Westwood.


Olivia Wilde's Marchesa gown was generally praised. I like sparkles as much as the next girl... but it's a little "prom", no?

There were some other interesting frocks (see Natalie Portman and Lea Michelle) but the above I found the most interesting.

God bless award shows.

The day has come.

I'm married and half a lawyer. My days of terrible Wet Seal and Target handbags should be behind me. I dream of handbags (seriously, see here). It is time to make this a realty. Next week I will have saved a humble sum to indulge in my first (real/legit) designer handbag that is, gasp, from a current collection. This, of course, means I have been searching and over thinking like crazy before making my decision. Lets play.

Rule One: It must be somewhat versatile and classic, because let's face it, I normally spend only $20 on a bag. This one needs to last awhile.

Rule Two: Designer. Yes, its shallow, but if I'm shelling out more than $100 for a purse people better know that I did. Personally, I love all things Michael Kors when it comes to clothing that fits like a dream. At the same time I have wanted a Coach bag since I was like 7.

Rule Three: Bonus points for leather.



MICHAEL by Michael Kors. It comes in more neutral colors, but I tend to love color. I have carrying purple and red bags for a year or so now. Plus it works with black and brown.


Coach. This satisfies all three rules. I could carry this bag for years.



Yep, its another Coach, and from their brand new Colette Collection. Swoon.

I want to touch and try on all of them. I'll post my new bag next week!