Nothing bitter about Bittar

If you're looking to make a statement or take an outfit to a new level, great costume jewelry with a little edge is your answer.

The good news is we've searched for you, and are happy to tell you to look no further.

We're loving Alexis Bittar these days. Specifically, we'd like to rock out in his Miss Havisham earrings and stack his Lucite bracelets up to our elbows.

Crystal Encrusted Gunmetal Double Link Earring ($255 on sale for $127.50)

The better news? Tons of New Year's sales around town are stocked with Alexis Bittar pieces at huge markdowns. We just scored a Gunmetal Hinge Bracelet at Intermix at 40% off, and saw a lot of Crystal Encrusted Gunmetal pieces at Nordstrom for great prices.

Pair a few Skinny Tapered bangles ($55 on sale for $35.90) together for a versatile look.

Bittar's balance of feminine and edgy is exactly what we want right now, and with these sale prices, you can't miss!

Photos: alexisbittar.com

1-11-11

Happy New Year Readers!

It's 1-11-11.  Neat!

As if on command, the universe has gifted us a special new year's present.  Rachel Zoe's new clothing line!!

(Look closely at the pics to enjoy RZ's itty bitty baby bump!)

Find out more by reading the WWD article here (they describe her collection as tailored, chic and Seventies... I die!).  

Photos: wwd.com

Holy heat wave, Batman!

The weather channel says it is currently 112 degrees in our area of Los Angeles.  


1) WTF.


2) We cannot figure out what to wear to stay cool in this ridiculousness.  Where's a nudist colony when you need one?


3) We know it's Über trendy, and we are not getting anything for saying this, but stock up on VitaCoco, dear readers!  It's great for staying hydrated, it travels easily, and it tastes wonderful!

Other suggestions/ideas for staying cool?  Comment below!

Arresting Accessory

Handcuff's as jewelry... and you're not Lindsay Lohan?  Absurd, right?  

Nope.  The amazing RZ has done it again, introducing the world to her newest fashion accessory - these beyond fun Jack Vartanian 18k rose gold handcuff bracelets with diamonds (to be worn on the same wrist).  A mere $4,880.

They might be an unattainable obsession, but they teach us fashion lovers to take risks and seek out unique pieces to accent our looks.

Mad props, RZ, mad props.

Photos: jackvartanian.com

Pallying Around

On our way to a meeting in glorious downtown LA, we stumbled across the amazing Rachel Pally warehouse sale!

Quintessentially LA and oh-so-wearable, Rachel Pally's dresses are effortless, comfortable and flattering.

We scored two of Rachel Pally's Long Shirred Camisole Dress (above) in a soft gray/silvery color and in this fun tribal print (that she calls Putty Geo).

Originally $198, we got these perfect summer-into-fall pieces for only $94!  The staff was adorable and beyond helpful, digging through boxes to help us find sizes!  

The sale continues this Saturday AND Sunday, so hurry over to 2301 East 7th St!

Photos: rachelpally.com

Consider it a favor to me...

Alas, I'll be missing this shoe sale, but you don't have to!!  In fact, as a favor to me, PLEASE don't miss it!  


It's where I scored my favorite flats of all time (Lanvin on MAJOR sale) and my first Oscar de la Renta shoes ever!


Sigh.  I know it will be a fabulous event (get there early!), but feel free to comment and let me know how it goes!