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This blog has moved to a new location! You can now find it at www.la-story.com.
I haven't left Fashiontribes.com. I am still part of the staff. It was to streamline the blogs.
Why the move?
So you can find it easier and the pages will load faster.
There's a ton of new podcasts and features waiting to go up. So check out the new location and let me know what you think!
Stevie Wilson
Want a bit of newsy news? Catch onto WebSnob and check out what's cooking in our collective kitchens-- a little fashion, a little beauty, a little commentary, even a video or two
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Fashion plates go Parisian chic with Delight.com's Les Femmes Dish Set and Coquette says snatch them up before they are all gone!
Give your fave 4-legged fashionista a chic, Sienna Miller-inspired leg up by rocking cruelty-free fashion suggests Fashiontribes.
There's MORE Web Snob-- but you need to hit the NEW site for LA-STORY.. which is www.LA-STORY.COM! So easy and just a click away..
Ever wonder how to handle your iPOD shuffle and not lose it and not bang it up? ( raising hand here).
NEWS FLASH! NEWS FLASH!! NEWS FLASH!!!
This blog has moved to a new location! You can now find it at www.la-story.com.
Ever wonder where your keys are --with bag or hands full of stuff? (this is *so* my issue).
Ever wonder how to keep your ear buds from getting lost or so tangled up that you could strangle yourself? (sorry, but that's so totally me and my bffs).
How about ever been in a situation where you can't find a church key? (don't know what that is? bottle opener!)
Problem solved with a Mophie Bevy-- it's a protective case for the Shuffle, keychain, earbud wrap and also a church key all in one.
Easy, simple and affordable. Check it out. It's worth it.
Stevie Wilson
Papierblog ponders whether Australian designer Josh Goot made a mistake going with Target
Stylehive has just launched Style Communities with great brands such as InStyle, Gap, Shopbop and Ron Herman! Check them out and join today!
LA STORY suggests you "Surrender" to the luscious voice of Jane Monheit in her podcast!
FitFlops are all the rage in London says Girlawhirl
Second City Style is making beautiful music with the accordion...pleat this summer.
SheFinds - -Fashion, Beauty, FINDS: Chic Luggage for Chic Travelers
Styleaholics Love the 80's? Love Cassettes? Then you're gonna love these wallets!
Jewelry gets the bag as The Jewelry Weblog dicusses the idea of combining jewelry bling with hand bag function.
eBelle5 discovers a handful of Marc Jacobs Designer Handbags that retail for under $65
Find out what's tops for Pops with StyleBakery.com's list of Father's Day Gifts he's sure to love
Don't you hate it when you spot another gal in your favorite outfit? Coquette introduces you to the unique handprinted fashions of Snoozer Loser.
Zzzzzz.....time to catch up on your beauty sleep, advises Fashiontribes. In honor of Better Sleep Month, learn the secrets of a good night's sleep from experts at the Better Sleep Council.
Some dames dig dogs, other kittens cuddle cats-Kristopher prefers glammy dead animals, like a vintage alligator bag.
It's sale season at Bag Snob so get your goodies before they sell out!
Looking for some sexy little bag to spark your LBD? How about something to dazzle that top and jeans?
Turn to Jalda for some incredibly amazing bags. She doesn't do just metallics. She has other textures, presentations too-- but these are smokin' for summer and ideal for holiday! Think of the cost per use- it's suddenly pennies!
www.jaldastyle.com or call 310 203 0888 (that's LA baby!)
Stevie Wilson
Check this out. Planet Funk the store in LA and PlanetFunk.com is having a sale. Not just ANY sale mind you, but a sale where the more you buy, the more you save.
Buy one sale item -- get 25% off
Buy THREE sale items-- get 40% off!
NOW that's a deal-- but it's a LIMITED TIME OFFER!!
Can't be combined with any other special offer but it's definitely worth taking some time to surf the site and get some bargains in the process!!
Now if paying the credit card were that easy!!
Stevie Wilson
If you are a "shoe addict" (or someone seriously addicted-- "shoe ho"), you are familiar with the brand Stuart Weitzman. Known in the industry as a craftsman and designer of gorgeous shoes that fit well and have cutting edge styles for the fashionista in you, there is always a run on his shoes when a new collection comes out.
Weitzman is known for great style in the entertainment biz because he creates a collection of Oscar worthy shoes every Academy Awards season and it's typically a six to seven figure shoe that is worn by some extremely lucky actress who attends the Oscar ceremonies. The collection is sold for about a month after the Oscars and the "special shoe" goes out on tour. Celebs clamour for Weitzman shoes because 1) they are gorgeous and 2) they are extremely comfortable.
Now you can get styles similar to those worn by celebrities (and in some case are the same styles)! The Stuart Weitzman store is featuring a TRUNK SHOW in Beverly Hills to launch his fall collection.
Sashay Peep Toe Pump in Fire Patent.
This is an opportunity to choose your favorite styles in an extensive range of sizes: 6-12 AAAA, 5-12 AA, 4-12 B and 5-11 C and not have to worry about availability because they are all there.
Circle May 21-23 on your Smartphone Calendar dolls, because the Fall Stuart Weitzman Collection will be in town and get your toes into some gorge shoes for fall.
Times: 10am – 6pm
Location: Stuart Weitzman
437 North Rodeo Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 860-9600
Definitely get there -- and get there early! I am telling you now so that you can block out some serious time for shoe hunting!
See you at Stuart's place!
Stevie Wilson
eBelle5 discovers 5 Designer Laptop Bags at an affordable price.
Stripper shoes or top dollar chaussures? Stylebites looks into the case of the catwalk trend!
Escape with Stylehive to only one of seven astronomic hotels worldwide, Nuestro Hotel's Elqui Domos, where you can stay in a private dome stargazing with the complimentary telescope.
With all the graduates out there right now, don't forget to give them a little something special. The Jewelry Weblog says that message jewelry, in fact, is a great way to show and tell how much you care.
Styleaholics discovers hot new sneaker line Jezign!
SheFinds asks Celebrity “It” Bags: Which Is Your Fave?
Second City Style 's (Must-Haves (and Must-Not-Haves) for Summer 2007) is a Must-Read!
LA STORY muses about taking her iPOD on the run-- with IMainGO!
Earrings from Gem make Girlawhirl feel like she's on vacation every time she wears them
Fashiontribes dives in & finds the Top 10 Glamour Girl swimsuits for splashy poolside lounging, Hollywood starlet style.
Coquette falls in love with the prints and patterns of Diane von Furstenberg's spring dresses.
YSL Tribute shoe is the perfect platform for Kristopher to preach on.
My Fashion Life asks that you take a stand against the disaster that is “Paris & Nicole on the cover of Harpers!”
Papierdoll celebrates the arrival of Boots UK to Target
Come on girlies! If you missed the fem Fashion Elements sale last week at Barker Hanger in Santa Monica (or didn't but want to shop till your credit card smokes), then get your gas tank filled up and head to the OC -- to the Irvine Hilton (just off the Freeway!) and fill your trunk with designer clothing and accessories at MUCH LESS THAN RETAIL PRICES!!
What brands are you going to see? Check out these babies:
Orange County
2B Free-- Love them!
American Laser Centers
B. Boheme
BCBG--works for me!
Blowout Men
Cheena Chandra Jewelry-- GORGE jewelry
Christine Price Inc.
Contrabrand
Convoy
Eleanor Group - Spa Services--heavenly
Flux Nouveau
Geren Ford-Yummy!
Joan Nguyen
Julieri
Kristin Kahle Design--fabulous belts
La Chica Chic-- the most adorable bags
Lesa Wallace Handbags
Marisa K
Mike & Chris-- killer brand I have 4 pieces from this line
Nap
Natalie Anne Designs
Nyali
People for Peace- love them!
Rock de Goth
Rock & Republic-- rockin' jeans
San Damian Collection
Shop Robertson
Shu Shu Belts
T-Bags
Theresa Kathryn--great bags!
Too Faced Cosmetics-- Gorgeous cosmetics
Wahine Jewelry
Yoga Army-- cool yoga and leisure wear
Yesodra's Designs
And More…
Event sponsors include
944 Magazine, MONSTER Energy, ZMario, Sambazon and more!
The VIP shopping starts at 11 AM. Best to get going early and do order tickets online-- it speeds you through the check in process and saves you dinero!
Shop, get a spa treatment, have fun!
What more can a girl ask for!
Stevie Wilson
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Envirosax is a line of cool, fun, chic totes that actually fold up into tiny pouches for you to toss in a suitcase, a car trunk or in your desk at work. Rather than use disgusting plastic bags that rip, tear and help destroy the environment, you can use an Envirosax and have something fashion forward, unique design and environmentally friendly.
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Envirosax® says it best themselves so I am going to let them do the "talking" here since it's their product and they state their case quite well>
The philosophy of Envirosax® is to help create a better future for our planet by spreading the environmental message through colour and script using the Envirosax® eco-friendly bag as the vehicle.
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Envirosax is proud to help protect the environment for tomorrow’s offspring by providing an eco-friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags that threaten a healthy eco-system. Envirosax bags are lightweight, portable, waterproof and each one holds the equivalent of two supermarket plastic bags thanks to reinforced seams. To view the full range of Envirosax and enter our online shop click on eco friendly bags.
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Envirosax believes in environmental sustainability and as an advocate for environmental sustainability has also designed a range of rash vests and UV sun-shirts, with a percentage of the profits from the sale of each rash vest donated to the Australian Marine Conservation Society, a non-profit organisation which protects our ocean wildlife. Click on rash vest Click on rash vests to view the full range of stylish rash vests and sunsuits. Envirosax rash vests are made in Australia.
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Envirosax® originates from Currumbin Valley in South East Queensland, Australia. The Envirosax team uses renewable and recyclable products where possible, and is committed to operating on ecologically sustainable principles.
All Natural ORGANIC Hemp Bag
Situated on 10 acres of pristine Australian rainforest, the Envirosax team’s abode is totally ecologically sustainable with solar hot water and photovoltaic cells for electricity. A sewage system recycles waste water, watering the extensive permaculture gardens and filtered rainwater tanks provide the premises with water. Envirosax bags are designed in Australia and made in China.
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Envirosax is committed to spreading the environmental message across the globe. Envirosax feels it has a responsibility to help educate the global community in the four areas of sustainability, environmental, social, cultural and economic. Visit the Sustainability Education Resources page to see our environmental resource tool for educators, parents and children of all ages.
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Envirosax is committed in keeping up to date with sustainable practises around the world, and this year an Envirosax team member attended The Second International Conference on Environmental, Cultural, Economic and Social Sustainability - in Hanoi and HaLong Bay, Vietnam. In January 2007 an Envirosax team member will be speaking at the Third International Conference on Environmental, Cultural, Economic and Social Sustainability in Chennai, India.
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Re-thinking the future of shopping, Envirosax stylish carry-all bags simultaneously rescue shoppers from the mundanity of unfashionable choices, and the planet from the dangers of unconscionable choices. Envirosax bags are an exciting new medium for the message of environmental sustainability and a move in the right direction for the evolution of a culture. Click on eco friendly bags to view and PURCHASE an Envirosax eco-chic tote now and reduce the use of millions of plastic bags - it is a move in the right direction.
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Envirosax® ~ The Logo
The three bags signify the environmental alternative to plastic bags. Each of the images that appear on the bags has a philosophy behind it. The leaf represents flora and the eco-friendly nature of the bags; the fragile butterfly represents fauna whose habitat is conserved through the eradication of plastic bags. The classic “recycle” logo is captured with a brush stroke, which also recognises the artists involved in designing Envirosax®
Envirosax® is not only a smart solution, it’s a philosophy, a move in the right direction, it is the evolution of a culture.
So now that you have read this far-- and seen the cool little designs, you can buy a set of these cool bags in a great pouch for very little money and be very chic and be environmentally aware. It takes all of our efforts to make a difference and each of us can take part in making a small change that will add up to something major.
So go shopping: buy Envirosax and still go shopping!
Stevie Wilson
Haute stuff is going to start happening on the planet tomorrow.. PlanetLulu.com that is. What's going on? The May DENIM-Mania sale!! HUGE selection of brands starting at $59.00.
More than just denim though- woman does not live by jeans alone!! There's a lot more than that!
Check out the podcast that I did on what's HOT in the Planet Lulu Lofts!
Check out the cute stuff from Je'Lee
Other brands include:
Blue Dot--cool little LA brand that has a seriously fashionable flare.
Tiffany Alana--we adore Tiffany Alana and her dresses and lots more of her line.
Spiritual Fitness-- perfect for lounging, lounging and oh yeah-- lounging when you want to relax after working out.
Juicy Couture--gorge velvet Edwardian blazers with lace cuff trim. They got more of these-- they had blown through a ton and now have a new shipment of this originally marked $350 blazer
Kay Celine--cool tops
Junk Food tees- adorable!!
Literature-- we heart Literature tops
Betsy Johnson-- not a lot left but a few things are left and they are sooooooooo cute.
Lapis-- cute dresses that are so perfectly summer. You will want at least 2 colors.
Cristi Conaway-- lots of CC stuff particularly luscious satin camis!
Klub Nico shoes
swimwear
Love Tease Dresses-- one of at least 3 styles .. TONS in red-- for that red hot mama you are!
Vera Wang poly charmeuse chemise-- unbelieveable prices!!
Vasna Gypsy dresses- perfect for that boho chic style-- beaching it, vacationing, or just making yourself stylishly you..whether you are wearing flip flops, sandals or boots!
There's a lot more. Make sure that you check out that sale every day as the stock is filled in and updated on the site every day.
Sale starts:
May 16 9 PM PDT/ 12 M EDT
Sale Ends:
May 18 (Friday) 12M PDT / Sat 5/19 3 AM
Don't forget the coupon!! LULUMAY07 is the code.
It's good the last 12 hours of the sale and is worth 10% off.
Check www.myspace.com/planetlulu.com for other updates and maybe another coupon? If there is one, they aren't stackable or combinable--just come back the next day and shop again!
see ya on the Planet-- Lulu!
Stevie Wilson
Get your shopping groove on!! You have seen all the sample sales roaming the web and in major cities. DEFINITELY it's shopping time and with bargains beckoning, one has to be choosy. Given the price of gas these days, hitting the road can put a DENT in the credit car--which takes away from some shopping pleasure-- unless you carpool which makes it more fun to shop anyway. But if climbing into your car and driving isn't your idea of fun, and you want something now, then you can do it almost NOW with Planet Lulu!
Not only is this a huge sale.. it's a DENIM-MANIA Sale. What's that? It's a HUGE boat-load of denim from your favorite brands like True Religion, Joes, B-Union, Chip & Pepper, Rock & Republic and scads more brands-- they are overflowing with denim-- starting at $59.00!! That's a real STEAL. So girlie, get your denim groove on and hook it into your bargain hunting groove and make it stereophonic shopping from the comfort of your own home!
Here's the DEETS!
There is major bargains here-- more than just denim but shoes, bags, tops, pants, skirts-- tons of great names and cool things-- like Scanty Panty, Cristi Conaway, and even some nifty Betsy Johnson-- not a lot so if you are in the sale, scramble for it fast
Important Sale 411
Date: May 16
Opening Time: 9 PM PDT/12 Midnight EDT
Closing Time: Friday May 18 at 12 Midnight PDT or
Sat May 19 at 3 AM.
Guess what! We have COUPONS!!! Discounts good on the last day!
Coupon Code: lulumay07.
When is it good? 12 PM to 12 AM.. the last 12 hours of the sale.
How much? 10%!!! That's enough to help you out with the shipping!
So girls, boys, friends, country and city people, get your computers ready.
Make sure you have registered at www.planetlulu.com-- cuz if you don't you won't be getting that "you are so invited" email. YOU NEED THAT invite to get into the sale. Merely a few clicks away and voila, shopping heaven. So get going and make sure you tell a friend or two.
You can find Lulu on myspace too. Check out www.myspace.com/planetlulu.com for other details and info and sometimes extra coupons (not stackable or combineable).
Girlfriends, I would be remiss in not telling you to check back into THIS BLOG to find out more about the sale because I will have a podcast going up and you can hear about what's in the sale and I will get some images to toss up on to the blog.
Check in, check out and save!!
See ya on the Planet-- Lulu!
Stevie Wilson
I love my iPod but wish I could easily hear the music in the car-- along with the cell phone, friends, (and an occasional police siren) without having to use earbuds or get a new radio/cd/iPod unit for my car. Problem solved courtesy of IMainGo!
This cool little product is about the size of your hand and it comes in five luscious colors (thank you for that! I addicted to all things pink or blue) that works for both guys and girls --which makes gift giving easier.
What's it really do? You take a fully charged iPod (duh), unzip the IMainGo and remove all the stuffings.
Insert fresh AAA batteries x 4.
Plug the IMainGo into the iPod
Place the iPOD face down (so you can see it the controls through the window).
Depending on your iPOD unit, insert any necesary adapter.
Flip the switch to "music".
Close and zip up the IMainGo.
You are ready to "rock and roll" because once zipped up you flip over the IMainGo and turn on your iPod and pick out the music you want to hear and hit play--
VOILA! Instant music! Perfect for the car, beach, hiking, vacation, and the iPOD is protected in case you drop it. Wristlet is included so you don't have to "carry" this, but can hang it off your wrist. (Do turn down the sound). It's only 9 oz so it's perfectly portable!
IMainGo can also be used as an external speaker system for any laptop, desktop computer, or sleek portable gaming device
This will be in stock at Apple stores in June! You can find more details or order NOW at IMainGo.com. It's only about $50.00 and you can give someone the perfect gift-- grad, dad, mom, bff, boss or yourself!
It's crunch time boys and girls! Shop till you drop or find the perfect gift for your mom. Here are some quick ideas that you can find online and in stores NOW!
If it's jewelry that catches here eye, Check out Tadam for some amazing pieces at affordable price points.
Bellmore Earrings are a smash hit for summer wear and into fall and would be a memorable gift.
Mom would be star struck with this fab necklace called
appropriately "Star Struck" also from Tadam Jewelry.
What mother wouldn't love a gorge robe like this? Silk Charmeuse bi-colored embroidered long kimono robe features a detailed embroidered peacock on the back with Chinese characters embroidered on the front symbolizing long life, prosperity and good health. Three color combinations peach/ivory, lavender/pink, sage green/celadon from Shirley of Hollywood .
Moms love handbags-- well who doesn't? Check out this adorable piece from Kipling-- a duffle in a hot RED called Anatomy that is perfect for spring/summer!
