Stripes are SO RIGHT

There is just something so good about horizontally striped pants/ leggings/ skinnies.  They somehow are sexy, fresh,  and they actually make women look taller. When Philip Lim showed horizontally striped jeans for men last year, I was skeptical, but these pants are done RIGHT on women. 

Banana Republic has a trouser version that I am coveting right now:

 

There's just something so sickly awesome about Sochi ski leggings with horizontal stripes that makes me swoon. 

 

Unroll.me DECLUTTERING for 2014

While I've been busy shopping my heart out this holiday season, I've been slacking on the blogging.  Instead of bombarding you with "sale sale sale" information, I bestow upon you, loyal readers, the most useful thing that I learned in 2013: unroll.me.
 
I spend at least 20 minutes each day deleting email from my inbox.  99% of the emails that I get are messages that I subscribed to.  I am so sick of opening emails that I don't even read them anymore. I just press delete like a "delete robot".  It got to the point where I was deleting important emails because I got so "delete happy" that I over zealously ignored the good stuff.

About 3 weeks ago, my friend sent me an invite to "unroll.me".  This is the same friend that introduced me to Tieks, the flats of which I have 7 pairs... yeah, hence Shopahillic... we know... so I trust her excellent taste.

 I don't know who thought of unroll.me, but it changed my life! Basically, it organizes all of your subscribed emails into one daily roll-up email that has previews of each message.  It also lists every email you are subscribed to (349?!? really?)  and asks you if you want to "unsubscribe" or "add to roll-up".  In less than an hour, I unsubscribed from tons of email lists and created my roll-up.  Now, I get 1 email a day.  Its heaven! I highly recommend using unroll.me

Here's to decluttering in 2014!

Prewrap made for hair!

When I was in high school, I was manager of the field hockey team... For about 3 games. I didnt learn much about the sport, but I did discover that all the girls used a thin spongy tape-like substance called prewrap as headbands. Back in the day, prewrap was beige and slippery but it did the trick.

At Modells just now, I found out that Under Armour makes colorful prewrap designed for hair! Its non slip properties and easy to customize size tear-off quality is perfect for taming flyaway hairs. Just rip, wrap and go! The fashion colors make it chic for every day wear!! Go get it girls!!

High Fashion Dog Tees

High Fashion Dog Tees!  How can you NOT love these?  I got one the other day at H&M.  Here are some faves:


Buy Me at H&M:

Wildfox:

New Yorkie Urban Outfitters Muscle Tee:

I Shih Tzu Not Tee:

Tibet Your Bottom Dollar- amazing Tibetan finds for fair prices

ABC Carpet and Home is a great source of inspiration for many.  The Union Square location is a magical world of quirky vignettes.  The first floor is divided into sections by brand and theme.  The high-low mixing of inexpensive pieces and pricey items creates a richly diverse shopping experience.

However, the section that I am most happy to have stumbled upon is TIBETAN ARTS AND CRAFTS.  From handmade beads to hand-felted make up bags, to tiger shaped rugs, to plush scarves of all colors, shapes and sizes, this shop has so many authentic finds, it is hard to believe you are still in NYC.  I felt like I was transported to another country.  My eyes poured over every wall and display for at least a half hour before I decided on a few necklaces and a ring (each was only $20!).  Granted, there were MANY expensive items mixed in... but still enough "under $50 finds" to make me happy.

This is a must see for anyone tired of finding the same mass produced trinkets everywhere, who wants something original, hand crafted and authentic. Also, great for gifts!

A blogger called Katz and the City posted a great photo of the section:

Some other photos:

DENIM WEEK

Yesterday, I scoured the Roosevelt Fields Mall in Long Island looking for new fashion trends.  What I found was a holiday I am now dubbing: DENIM WEEK.

EVERY STORE IS HAVING HUGE DENIM PROMOTIONS!! SO GET ON YOUR COMPUTER, OR GET TO A STORE AND BUY DENIM NOWWWW!!




American Eagle- $30 for almost ANY Pair of jeans in the store

Lucky- $25 off 1 pair, $60 off 2- MADE IN AMERICA JEANS! 

My LUCKY purchase was the super flattering Sienna Cigarette- a slouchy fit in a fresh, dark wash, made with CONE DENIM in USA

Madewell- All New Fits and Fabrics! SOO Comfy and FLATTERING!

I bought the Rail Straight Jean in Oceanside wash. 

Old Navy- $19?!

ETC

Hip Hop and ya don't stop

I'M SO PUMPED FOR 90'S HIP HOP STYLE REVIVAL!

From Bart Simpson to oversized gold chains and of course to harem pants with a fresh Cali vibe thrown in, no one does it better than Miley in "We Can't Stop."  

Here's my ideal 90's hip hop outfit and where to snag it!

Black and White Ironic Attitude Tee (ASOS):

Ikat Harem Pants (Forever 21):

Quirky Beanie (Brandy Melville):

Comic Book Pow Gold Chain (Urban Outfitters):

Dream Shoes: Jeremy Scott Adidas Originals Kicks: