Archive for the ‘Accessories’ Category

Calling all iPhone girls. For those who haven’t already seen/heard, one of our favorite designers has a techie treat this holiday season. Rebecca Minkoff has a collection of iPhone and iPad accessories available in her eBay boutique. One of my friends has the stud case (above on left) and it looks awesome in person. There are also a couple of leather accessories at higher price points.

Go get ‘um. If not a gift for someone else, then a gift for yourself.

Photo credit: eBay

I want…no, I need this cuff. This version is from Anthropologie, available for $198, but Lucky also has a more cost effective option for $62 if you’re digging it too.

Thanks to Alix Rose for catching my attention with her post about jewelry you always wanted, but never knew. She was totally right!

A few minutes ago, TOMS EYEWEAR was announced as the product to transform TOMS from a shoe company to a one-to-one company. For every pair of sunglasses sold, sight will be given to someone in need. As you’ll see in the video, there are more than 165 million people in the world with vision impairments.

Founder Blake Mycowskie first introduced the mystery box during his keynote at SxSW. I had the privilege of watching in Austin and have had June 7 marked on my calendar knowing the significant impact this new product would make…and because the marketing nerd in me is fascinated with Blake’s vision and everything about the way he runs his business.

Nordstrom, one of TOMS largest retailers and a supporter from the beginning, hosted a live broadcast via uStream as well as multiple in store unveiling events. The sunglasses are in the $100-150 range and TOMS website has tons of styles available. I’m sure Nordstrom will also be among the first to carry the shades.

***UPDATED (with styles/photos after the jump) @ 2:23 PM EDT*** Read the rest of this entry »

As a big fan of Wendy Brandes’ swear rings, I told her about six months ago that if she ever came out with a “<3″ ring, I’d be the first in line to purchase. I’ve always wanted one as I feel it’s the ultimate accessory to represent someone who loves fashion and all things digital.

Well, she did it and it became available a couple of weeks ago. She even went as far as saying it was inspired by me in her launch blog post. I wasn’t the first to purchase, but I just got it in the mail this morning, Valentine’s Day. What a perfect first day to wear it.

You can purchase your own for $150 via her online shop.

P.S. Notice where my thumb and ring finger are pointing on the keyboard in the photo? That was on purpose. #nerdalert

What goes better with the glittery dresses, jewelry and handbags you’ve accumulated over the past few years? This season, I’m all about the perfect black suede platform pumps. There’s something almost cartoonish or doll-like about them and the bold shape helps flatter your legs while giving you a sturdy thick heel for walking. Whoah, just had a flash back to three years ago where I wore bad shoes to a holiday party, slipped and as I was being introduced, nearly flashed the CEO of my bf’s company at the time. Lesson learned…the hard way.  I’m not sure what inspired my sudden change in mindset from relying on accessories to do the talking to finsing the right pair of black pumps. Maybe it’s the thought of a pair of shoes that can work with all of your holiday looks…that and craving something other than black in holiday dresses.

Every shop from budget-conscious to Bergdorf’s has an option for black suede platform pumps. Some are even hard to tell from one another, as you might have noticed. Here are the ones I pulled, featured above, starting with the top left:

• Nine West, $89 ($62.30 after 30% discount @ checkout; via Nine West) – A classic look with an average height
• Forever 21, $24.80 – A good option if you’re unsure about getting another pair black pumps, but you want to try out the shape
• Yves Saint Laurent, $549.99 (via Bluefly) – Does this shoe even need a description? If they had my size, these would be in my closet
• Dolce Vita, $158.95 (via Zappos) – I’ve been leaning toward these for awhile, but am sort of waiting for Black Friday and Cyber Monday to pull the trigger (love these too; very similar)
• Me Too, $89 (via Zappos) – This brand is known for being comfortable, so if you’re looking for all-day wears, try these

Which are you favorite? Do you have a pair yet? Any other items on your holiday attire shopping list?