Aunt Carla

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Rain Boots

At some point you are going to need some rain boots, and today, Instyle magazine's Subira Shaw has a few trendy ideas.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

Melany

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Let's Do Lunch: Free Makeup Tuesday 9 AM- 2 PM!!!

Here on Fashionwithfifi.com we say that "Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration". Very few things inpsire us like getting free makeup. As many of you have heard, Fashionwithfifi.com has teamed up with Smashbox Cosmetics to promote the Tuesday & Thursday Free Makeup Giveaway. That's right Every Tuesday & Thursday when you log on to Fashionwithfifi.com between 9 AM and 2 PM and click on this link: Get a Free Gift every Tuesday and Thursday! you will recieve a free gift and jumbo samples from Smashbox.com with every purchase. Shipping will be free and purchases can be as small as $1. There's no catch, everybody wins and you don't even need to be a Fashionwithfifi.com subscriber. Click Here or on the Smashbox Banner at the top of this post to visit Smashbox.com

Monday, October 11, 2010

Denim Deals: SKINNY LEG ZELDA SLIM FIT JEAN in RAW DESTROY WASH $19.99

Fashion Circle Followers already know that "Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration". So even though the calendar clearly states that we're well into Autumn, this SKINNY LEG ZELDA SLIM FIT JEAN in RAW DESTROY WASH inspires me to add this staple. Sweet and low on your hips, long and lean on your legs, The slim fit of Zelda brings out your sexy shape. Express' standard skinny leg is a leg lengthening, sexy style for everyone. Click Here: Express.com and take an additional 30% OFF at Check out. So essentially these jeans are only $14. Definitely inspirational, especially when you consider that this same jean was $60 all summer long.

Additional styling cues for this machine washable skinny include:

Cotton/Spandex-
Slim fit, ultra low rise, skinny leg-
Destroyed details on knees and back pocket-
Inseams: Short 30", Regular 33", Long 35"-
13" leg opening-

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

Cheap Monday -Melany-

Bargain Shopping - Mixing and Matching Clothing

In this video, Cindy McCartney, owner of Alexandria, VA designer consignment boutique Diva, describes how fashionable women can dress stylishly and with elegance on a budget. The video is designed for women who want to look great but not spend a house payment to do so.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Melany-

Calvin Klein by Italo Zucchelli

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-Melany-

Sunday, October 10, 2010

How to Buy Winter Boots

If slogging through mud and ice has ruined your favorite shoes, this guide will keep your dogs warm and dry in the perfect pair of boots.

You Will Need:

Patience-
Time-
Decisiveness -

Step 1: Inspect the boot
Inspect the boot inside and out — the liner should be thick and soft, and the outside should be made of waterproof leather or rubber. PAC boots are best for frigid conditions, but their hard rubber design can make mobility difficult.

Step 2: Pick a full lace
Pick a full lacing system for a tighter fit and to prevent sock slippage.

Step 3: Check tread
Check the tread of the boot. Look for cross-hatching on the sole that will grip and bite in icy conditions without clogging with snow.

Step 4: Invest in quality
Invest in quality — a good pair of winter boots may cost extra, but can last years longer in brutal conditions than cheaper boots. Don’t sacrifice style for warmth and safety. Don’t opt for boots with tall heels and smooth soles.

Step 5: Test everything
Test each pair of boots, as sizing among manufacturers can vary greatly, and take your time — you’ll be climbing Everest before you know it.

Did You Know?-

Antarctica is the fifth largest continent at 8.68 million square miles, but over eight and a half million square miles are covered in ice.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Melany-

Saturday, October 9, 2010

Book Club: The Bra Book

According to a September 2006 episode of the "The Oprah Winfrey Show" countless American women are in need of a serious "bra intervention." Eighty-five percent of women are wearing the wrong bra. What else don't we know about which one is the right one?

The Bra Book author Jene Luciani-a fashion expert and a go-to guide for beauty advice-once and for all arms women with the knowledge they need to find the right fashion support. From the best bra to wear under every outfit to important information about bras and breast health from puberty to retirement, from the physics behind bra design to how you can best ensure a proper fit, The Bra Book is the source for woman everywhere. With the help of corporate sponsor Fashion Forms, The Bra Book will have significant national visibility.

Luciani's warm, supportive style guides the reader through a minefield of bra facts, fallacies, and faux-pas in chapters like "The Herstory of Bras," "Breast RX" and "Mountains vs. Molehills." Each chapter offers expert advice alongside a plethora of photographs and useful diagrams, witty quotes from real men and women, tons of tips and a tear-out guide to take the confusion out of bra shopping-and put the fun back in. The Bra Book doesn't just tell women how bras work; it shows them how to make their bras work for them! Watch the video below then click: The Bra Book and read The Bra Book!

Ladies, somehow the designers who make the latest fashions have yet to collaborate with what we need to wear underneath. And finding a great bra can be tough. That's why Lesley is out to make sure we're finding the right ones.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Melany-

Mom Talk: Stress Solutions (Re-Post)

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-Melany-

Friday, October 8, 2010

Coat Check: Kensington Stroll Jacket $69.99!!!

There's nothing quite like the city of London for historical landmarks, museums, lush gardens, and of course, shopping! Whether you're hunting the High Street for that perfect frock, or merely daydreaming about your next vacation overseas, you'll love this British-inspired Kensington Stroll Jacket. This smart navy blue Kensington Stroll Jacket combines the look of a classic trench coat with stylish, modern details. You'll love this chic mix of components - the ruffle on the front storm flap, brass buttons, and buckles on the sleeves and belt. Wear this over anything from jeans to dresses, and when you're crawling Camden Market for an amazing pair of boots, don't be surprised if tourists ask you for directions! Get the Kensington Stroll Jacket for only $69.99 exclusively at Modcloth.com!

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Melany-

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-Melany-

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Fashion Circle Sale Alert: $15 off every $60 you spend @ Express.com with code 9986!!!

Valid at Express or Express Men stores or online at Express.com now through October 11, 2010 at 11:59 PM EST. Coupon must be presented and surrendered at the time of purchase or Online Promo Code on this coupon must be entered at time of order online. $15 off on every $60 spent, but sales tax, giftwrap, shipping and handling not included in calculation of $60 purchase. Not valid on clearance items, previous purchases or in conjunction with any other coupons or Online Promo Codes including Express Cash coupons. If you return a portion of your purchase a portion of the discount will be lost. Cannot be used as payment on an Express Credit Card account, redeemed for cash or used to purchase Express Gift Cards. Not valid at outlet stores and Express Last Hurrah, including but not limited to Express outlet stores located at San Marcos, Philadelphia Premium, Rehoboth Beach and Riverhead. Associates are not eligible.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Melany-

Fragrance Of The Week: LOVE EXPRESS

I am not exactly a huge fan of most department store perfumes. A lot of times they're either too sweet or too strong. However every now and then one comes along that I really like. Right now I really have a thing for Love Express from EXPRESS!

On Express.com this fragrance is described as Glamorous, Playful, Iconic, and Sexy. I'd have to agree on all points. Love Express is their first ever fragrance for women, and they're off to a good start. Unlike some fashion brand fragrances that may smell like they were targeted towards teenage girls, Love Express manages to project strength, and confidence, while still remaining feminine.

Inspired by Express style, fashion swank, and larger than life glamour, Love Express is all grown up in a very refreshing way. Notes of Blackberry, Lily of the Valley, Tiare Blossoms and Sheer Vanilla Musk give Love Express its distinct scent.

I also love the bottle design. I've always said that simplicity is excellence when Excellence meets simplicity. Love Express is bottled exclusively by Express and Made in the USA, and the all American design is simply perfect.

Love Express is available by visiting: Express.com. There are two bottle sizes available. $44.90 gets you the 1.7 oz bottle. $59.90 gets you 3.4 oz. Although this fragrance is highly rated by customers on Express.com it might still be a better idea to start with the 1.7 oz bottle first. But if you've already sampled this fragrance, then the 3.4 0z bottle is a tremendous value.

"Fashion Is Foremost Inspiration"

-Melany-