Cheap and Chic at Mark Alexandre

Shop Mark Alexandre for some cute styles at very affordable prices. Clothes have gotten so expensive lately! But here is an excellent resource for some stylish stuff that won't cost half of your rent. I really like this floral print dress. It is polyester - but so are half of your vintage clothes right?

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Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Shoes?

I wasn't aware that Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent in addition to designing clothes also has an adorable shoe line. As with the clothing line these shoes are sophisticated and sexy but also don't seem overly dressy. I especially love the textured heal. The price tag is well a bit high (Retail $391.00) but they are truly eye catching.

These shoes and more by Cynthia Vincent available at Samantha Chicago

Time to Deck out Your Outdoor Space

With the passing of Memorial Day weekend it is officially summer. Time to add some enchantment to your outdoor space where you will be spending so much more time. Yeah! Here are two things I found that will help you get started. It looks like many of the stores this year are continuing the beach motiff with furniture and accessories in soft blues and greens. Here are some great patio chairs I found online at Target and some fun candles from Well Dressed Home

Tea for Two Necklace by Anne Rachelle Jewelry

Elegant handcrafted necklace with lightweight 14-karat gold-filled chain and black onyx stones. The layering effect is really great. It is like having two necklaces in one Elegant and practicle at the same time. Anne Rachelle's entire collection as Daily Candy put it "adorns without overwhelming".



Price $100 - Available at Anne Rachelle Collection - Trunkshop.com

Drawstring Tote Bag by Crystalyn Kae

Check out these fun drawstring totes by Crystalyn Kae Accessories. They come in a variety of colors including black (shown), navy, dark green, and burgandy to name a few. The pleats are lined with contrasting vintage fabrics and the inside is lined with ultrasuede. They even have an inner zip pocket designed for your cell phone or PDA. The only drawback is they aren't real leather. But I guess when you compare what a bag this size would cost if it was real leather then maybe that is a plus!

Available for $190.00 at Crystalyn Kae Accessories

Espadrilles by Steve Madden

And who doesn't need green shoes for the summer? These are the quintessential summer shoe - Espadrilles are great for barbecuing, music in the park - okay frisbee may be taking it a little far but you get what I am saying. Steve Madden has recently introduced some great summer shoes.

To see more styles or buy these visit: Steve Madden Online

This Ecstar Jacket Rocks - Literally

Check out this adorable jacket by the funky, eccentric designers of Ecstar. It looks like they are sold out in red but black might be just as good if not better.

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Marimekko Trays - Design Within Reach

Marimekko designed textiles for fashion and accessories in the 1960s. The Finnish company is now again proving bold modern designs for homewares including these fun plywood trays. The patterns on the trays are designed to go together and can be easily mixed and matched. The trays have a 1" lip to prevent spills.

These trays and more Marimekko designs can be purchased at Design Within Reach

For the Girl Who Has Everything - The Laundress

The Laundress has created a superior line of fabric care products from detergents to ironing water and fabric conditioner taking fabric care to a new level of sophistication. In scents for him and her (classic), baby and lady these products are sure to make you feel like the princess, well that you are.

Visit for ordering and product info: The Laundress

Flirtatious Print Skirt by BCBG

I have found it hard lately to find any cute summer skirts. With the bubble skirt craze it is especially hard to find simple, comfortable skirts with fun prints and colors like this one by BCBG. I especially like this look with the belted jacket and it even goes with the Bernardo sandals I found earlier this week. BCBG also did some tops and long dresses in this print as well for their ready to wear collection.

See more styles at BCBG

Must Have Metallic Sandals by Bernardo

Check out these delicate strappy sandals in metallic gold and silver. I have been looking for a pair like these for a while but I wanted something that was simple and elegant and not too flashy. Well take your pick. All three of these styles by Italian shoe designer Bernardo are equally stylish and look comfortable (always a plus!).

These styles and more currently on sale at Shop Intuition or check out Bernardo for more styles and shops.

Coupon Codes Galore!

Wow! I just came across a really great resource Reesy Cakes Deal. The site lists a hundred or more online coupon codes to be used at all of your favorite online shops. SCORE. Now you can have those new shoes and a sake cocktail. So shop away and thank me later :)

Reesy Cakes Deals

Posh Girl Vintage

I was recently in New Orleans and I happened upon an amazing vintage store on magazine street. The store was filled with ultra feminine dresses, skirts and shirts from the 1940's-1980's and I was reinspired by vintage clothing. Although the store I went to didn't have a website I went searching on-line and found a great site for vintage finds - Posh Girl Vintage. Check out this dress by 1970's designer Albert Nipon (Price $159).

Check out for more great finds Posh Girl Vintage

Washington State

So I have moved out of Florida, and now reside near Mt. Reinier in Washington. It is beautiful here, and is giving me a lot of inspiration for new art. Check out my new stuff: My DeviantArt account

Amore! Jewelry by Bonbon Oiseau

Bonbon Oiseau's unique and delicate collection of necklaces and earrings has arrived. New York designer Deborah Stein is the artist behind this whimsical jewelry line. Many of her charms and stones are vintage and are brought back from Paris so you aren't going to see them anywhere else.

Check out the Bonbon Oiseau Collection at Trunkshop Design Collective

Style For Your Office by Russell and Hazel

Who says your office has to be cluttered with manilla folders and cheap plastic binders. Considering how much time one actually spends at work I think it is a worthwhile investment to surround yourself with stylish things you actually enjoy looking at. Check out these designy binders and dividers for starters. And next time your office manager asks you if there are any office supplies you need send her or him to Russell and Hazel.

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All the Bells and Whistles

I came across these adorable handbags by All the Bells and Whistles. They are handcrafted by designer Barbara Rourke. In addition to designing handbags Barbara also designs furniture and wood jewlery. Her handbags shown here are leather with floral appliqués and detailing and run about $150. I love the nature inspired patterns and color tones.

For more handbags and jewelry check out All the Bells and Whistles

Mellow Yellow

One of my favorite colors this season is yellow. It goes with so much, black, brown, navy, army green you name it. Check out these cute finds at Anthropologie. And it looks like they have dropped their shoe pricing as of late too. These little gems are $78.00

Anthropologie

Spa Fetish

Check out this yummy Sake line of products called "Sake Chic" at Spa Fetish. Apparently they claim that that rice based Japanese Sake is not only a supreme pairing for your sushi dinner but is also wonderful for softening your skin. Anyways it sound very alluring and delicious to me. Let me know if anyone tries it out!

For more info visit Spa Fetish

Mango Online Favorite Picks

Here are my favorite two things on the newly launched Mango U.S. website. Although I am a little disappointed that their spring and summer lines are so khaki. (my least favorite color for clothing). They do have some cute pieces. And these two make quite a pair.