Recessionistas: Visit Buffalo Exchange!

Picture this: a fashion-addict, fresh out of college, during a recession, searching frantically for a good job within her field, sharing a room with her little sister while dreaming of a closet all to herself! You can probably guess that this young woman is worried, amongst other things, about how she will get her next shopping fix. In comes Buffalo Exchange!

Thrift shopping has become a favorite past time of mine, so last month, a friend and I were looking for men's shoes for an upcoming wedding and decided to head to Buffalo Exchange, a store that specializes in "recycled" clothing and accessories. Shoppers can buy, sell and trade unique pieces on the spot! That's where I stumbled upon these Steve Madden beauties...

...and I fell in LOVE! After trying them on, I wanted them even more! And the price (gasp!) was a mere $20! Of course, my friend co-signed (who wouldn't?) and I walked out of the store with the best purchased I've made in a while.

So, for all the budding fashionistas out there, looking for a deal on your next fashion fix, check out Buffalo Exchange!

Visit www.buffaloexchange.com for locations.

Onion Trunk Sale: Tomorrow!

Dresses, dresses, dresses!

Don't miss this!

Sneak Peek! J.Crew's Fall 2009 Collection

Since narrowly escaping bankruptcy due to Michelle Obama's well-publicized affinity for the brand, J.Crew is certainly taking the Oba-momentum and running with it! The classically preppy sportswear line's Fall pieces are an opulent collection of ruffled tops, slim cardigans, textured skirts, lean jackets and wool blazers in warm Autumn tones of pumpkin, gold, navy, gray and olive. And the accessories! Skinny belts cinch the lush layers topped with statement jewels and scarves. Take a close look: adding just one or two key pieces will inject the chic into any wardrobe effortlessly. Yup, J.Crew will be seeing a lot of me this Fall.
















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Ideeli's Summer Red Sale starts today!

On sale: Abaco Handbags!

My favorite invitation-only shopping community, ideeli.com, is having a Summer Red Sale starting Thursday, July 2! Expect to save up to 90% on spectacular clothing and accessories by crave-worthy designers. Prices start at a mere $10!

Join me on the oh so exclusive ideeli.com and enter invite code: inawordfab for VIP access to a bevy of sales on all things luxury.

The Summer Red event includes clothing by:

On sale: Jay Godfrey dresses!

Just Cavalli, Julie Brown, Malene Birger, Simone Perele, Mac & Jac, Earnest Sewn Jeans, Jay Godfrey, Bedhead Pajamas, Escada, & Nicole Miller

On sale: Ernest Sewn Jeans!

On sale: Mac & Jac tops!

Don't forget about awesome accessories, handbags, & shoes by:

On sale: LAMB shoes!

Raj (scarves), LAMB Shoes, Pade Vavra Jewelry, Melissa Joy Manning Jewelry,
Tila March Shoes, Abaco Handbags, Pucci Shoes, Roberto Cavalli Sunglasses, Ed Hardy Handbags, and Marc by Marc Jacobs.

On sale: Roberto Cavalli sunnies!

The Summer Red Sale starts promptly at 11:00am, Thursday, July 2nd. Enter invite code: inawordfab for access to the luxe life!

Love and lipstick darling, Elle

Shop Vintage at Harlem's own B.O.R.N.

At an exclusive shopping event taking place tonight, popular vintage store, B.O.R.N, is offering 20% off all merchandise including pieces from Stuart Weitzman, Dior, Cynthia Steffe and Calvin Klein. With one of a kind furs and amazing accessories, everyone will surely leave with something!

Who: B.O.R.N

What: 20% off vintage duds designers including Louis Vuitton, Dior and Stuart Weitzman

Where: 52 West 125th street

When: June 24th 2009 6-9pm

Why: Because every fashionista should own vintage!

RSVP to sara@vitalpublicrelations.com

Sip, nosh and be reB.O.R.N!

Samantha Thavasa Shopping Event!

BagTrends.com is co-hosting a fabulous shopping soirée at the Samantha Thavasa boutique in NYC. Stop by to sample summer trends, shop the bag-a-licious offerings from Samantha Thavasa and polish up your Japanese to boot! Refreshments will be served.

What: BagTrends.com and Samantha Thavasa Bag-a-licious Shopping Soiree
When: May 28th, 5pm – 8pm
Where: 965 Madison Avenue (@ 76th Street)
RSVP: samantha_thavasausa@bagtrends.com

Sample Sales NYC!

What: J Rosen Showroom

Why: Vix and Lisa Curran swimsuits (all the way up to DD, ladies) start at $65; cover-ups start at $30; flip-flops start at $10.
When: May 5-22. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: 250 W. 39th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., ste. 510 (212-221-2349). Cash only.

What: Fred Perry
Why: Iconic polos, track jackets, and footwear for $40.
When: May 11-17. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 547 W. 27th St., b/t Tenth & Eleventh Aves

What: Tibi
Why: Terry strapless cover-ups for $40 (reg. $185), swimwear for $55 (reg. $190), dresses for $99 (reg. $380).
When: May 13-15. Wed., 1-7 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Where: 409 W. 39th St., b/t Ninth & Tenth Aves

What: Yigal Azrouël
Why: Gowns for $275, dresses for $125, tops for $100, pants for $75. Casual merch for men starts at $43.
When: May 13-15. Wed. & Thurs., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 225 W. 39th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 7th flr. (212-302-1194).

What: Lela Rose
Why: Fifty to 75 percent off party dresses and RTW.
When: May 13-15. Wed.-Fri., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 224 W. 30th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 13th flr.

What: John Robshaw
Why: Bohemian bedding, throw pillows, and linens are up to 75 percent off.
When: May 14-16. Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 245 W. 29th St., b/t Seventh & Eighth Aves., 6th flr. (212-594-6006).

What: Steven Alan
Why: Cardigans and shirts for guys and girls, Matt Bernson shoes, and special gems from Sophomore to Rachel Nasvik.
When: May 14-17. Thurs. & Fri., 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., noon-7 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 87 Franklin St., b/t Church St. & Broadway.

What: Robert Clergerie
Why: First-time sample sale has actual samples (about 200 pairs) in sizes 5.5-10 from the fashion closet. Chunky heels, clogs, and boots are $100-$150 (reg. $400-$900).
When: May 15 & 16. Fri. & Sat., 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: 19 E. 62nd St., b/t Fifth & Madison Aves. (212-207-8600).

Theory Sample Sale starts today...

...only at your local Loehmann's!

Carlos Falchi Trunk Show

Ideeli Sale of the Week: Christopher Kon

Hello my beautifully buttered biscuits! Do you desire exclusive shopping privileges to the most sought after fashion, beauty and home products in the universe? Do you want uber-fast access to the luxe lifestyle? I thought so! Do yourself a favor and simply sign on to ideeli.com, the original invitation-only shopping community in the US of A!

Join me on ideeli.com and enter invite code: inawordfab for VIP access to a bevy of sales on all things luxury.


This week's super sale, Christopher Kon handbags, starts tomorrow! Save up to 71% off with prices starting at $97!

Coming from a family that runs a leather manufacturing business, it's not surprising that Christopher Kon became a handbag designer. Kon's relaxed, energetic and surf-obsessed personality filters heavily into each design, and each Christopher Kon handbag is the perfect marriage of fun and function.

This Montreal native's first collection launched in 2000 and is already being snatched up at luxe department stores across the U.S. (including Saks), along with over 400 high-end boutiques across the globe. Get yours for the low low on ideeli.com!

Going to H&M this weekend?

Click here for 20% off any item, valid February 5-13th! Happy shopping!

For Fendi Fans Only: Secret Sale!

Ideeli's Secret Fendi Handbag Sale starts today! Save up to 45% off retail, with prices starting at $155.00. Amazing!

Fendi's signature double F logo has lured celebrities from Mischa Barton to Sarah Jessica Parker to Kanye West, who once shaved the symbol into his head. Now that's what I call brand loyalty.

Want in? Visit ideeli.com, the original invitation-only shopping community and enter invite code: INAWORDFAB for VIP access to the Fendi sale and the most sought after fashion, beauty and home products in the universe!

There are new sales on luxurious products everyday...join the ideeli revolution!

Mark Your Crackberries! Free Cosmetics! Seriously.

J’Adore Eau de Parfum (15 ml)

January 20, 2009 is a HUGE day in the USA. Not only is President Barack Obama taking his rightful place in the Oval Office, but beginning that day, as part of a wicked class action settlement, major department stores will be handing out $175 million worth of free cosmetics! Joy comes in the morning! All we have to do is show up at any of the stores listed below and fill out a short form stating that you bought something there during the period of 1994-2004. And I mean really, who hasn't? No prior proof of purchase or receipt required!

Products will be distributed for a maximum of seven days, while supplies last, on a first come, first served basis, so get there early!

The stores that will be participating in the settlement product distribution are:

• Bergdorf Goodman
  
• Bergner’s
  
• Bloomingdale’s
  
• Boston Store
  
• Carson Pirie Scott
  
• Dillard’s
  
• Gottschalks
  
• Herberger’s
  
• Macy’s
  
• Neiman Marcus
  
• Nordstrom
  
• Parisian
  
• Saks Fifth Avenue
  
• Younkers

Each person can request a maximum of ONE free cosmetics product from ONE of the Manufacturer Defendants listed below, which totally sucks because I was planning on heading straight to Short Hills Mall and going from Neimans to Nordstrom to Saks to Bloomies, filling out forms and collecting my free products! Oh well, one will have to do.

The following is a list of the Manufacturer Defendants and the products to choose from:

Boucheron (USA) Ltd.: Femme Eau de Toilette (1 ounce/30 ml) $37.00

Chanel, Inc.: Coco Mademoiselle Body Lotion (3.4 fluid oz) $19.99

Christian Dior Perfumes, Inc.: J’Adore Eau de Parfum (15 ml) $26.80

Clarins U.S.A., Inc. (customers will have a choice of ONE of two products, while supplies last): Clarins Energizing Morning Cream (30 ml) $19.99 OR Clarins Beauty Flash Balm (30 ml) $19.99

Conopco, Inc. (distributed by Coty, Inc. on behalf of Conopco, Inc.) (customers will have a choice of ONE of three products, while supplies last): Calvin Klein Euphoria Bath and Shower Crème (6.7 oz) $26.99 OR Vera Wang Princess Body Polish (5 oz) $11.99 OR Lovely Sarah Jessica Parker Shower Gel (6.7 oz) $17.38

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (customers will have a choice of ONE of two products, while supplies last): Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair (15 ml/0.5 oz) $23.25 OR Clinique Moisture Surge (30 ml/1 oz) $31.70

Guerlain, Inc.: My Insolence Eau de Toilette (15 ml)

L’Oréal USA, Inc. (formerly known as Cosmair, Inc.) (customers will have a choice of ONE of eight products, while supplies last): Lancôme UV Expert 20 $27.95 OR Lancôme Cils Design Pro Mascara $27.00 OR Lancôme Fatale Mascara $12.50 OR Lancôme Courbe Virtuose Mascara $23.50 OR Lancôme Primordial Skin Defense $10.90 OR Ralph Lauren Romance Shower Gel (6.7 oz.) $37.50 OR Giorgio Armani ACM Shower Gel (6.7 oz) OR Lancôme Hypnôse Shower Gel $38.50

Parfums Givenchy, Inc.: Very Irresistible Givenchy Eau de Toilette (15 ml)

I am all over the mini J'adore EDP spray. What product will you choose?

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An Ode to Sequin

Fiona Sequin Dress $59.50

Being that it's New Year's Eve (white girl woooo!) there's really no better time for me to celebrate sequin. Shimmery, shiny, show-stopping sequin! The love affair began when I purchased a black sequin beret (that still makes me giggle when I put it on) and quickly spiraled out of control. I tried at some point last year to stop buying articles of clothing with some sort of sequin but that soon became unworkable. Cute sequined items were everywhere in 2008 and will be even hotter in 2009! Perfect for parties, they add so much texture and sparkle...what's not to love? Just remember, sequins are not about subtlety...wear with confidence! Here are some affordable items to try out for yourself.

Splatter Sequin Skinny Jean $15

Sequin Full Skirt $27.00

All Over Sequin Jacket $66.08

Sequin Skirt in Cobalt $49.99

Gold Sequin Beaded Dress $39.99

Michael Kors Sequined Zebra Tank $40.00

All Over Sequin Maxi Dress £7.00