Benetton Provocative Pop Up!

United Colors of Benetton has a provocative pop up shop in Soho, NYC.  It is dedicated to the craftsmanship of knits.  It is a swirl of colorful yarn and odd shapes.  It must be seen to be believed. Check out the website for some awesome details about this crazy shop!

Nolan- Boutique NYC- hidden gem

A Shopahillic finds Soho to be her therapeutic refuge.  When the stress and nerves get too intense, there's nothing like a Sunday stroll to set the world back on track.

This past Sunday, I went in search of greatness.  I walked through expensive boutiques with lackluster merchandise, bargain shops with the same old same old, and after much diligence, when I thought all was overpriced or lost, I ventured into NOLAN, on Prince St btwn Bowery and Elizabeth (NYC).

This cute boutique is NOT cheesy at all.  It has chic designs with a twist, in limited runs, by up and coming designers.  I smiled involuntarily as I studied the clever seam placements on a knit dress.  I tried on a supple knit cardigan-sweater hybrid that was extremely flattering.  I also was really into their bracelet selection.  Just goth enough, good quality beads, interesting marbled colors, and a very fair price.

The staff was friendly and chill, not pushy or obnoxious in any way.  The shopping bag has a ziplock closure- what a sleek space saver! 

This store does not have a website, but if you don't take my word for it, check out what Yelpers have to say!

Yosi Samra Flats = MUST HAVE

Yosi Samra flats are super comfy, fit perfectly, don't scratch, cut or abuse your feet in any way, and they are surprisingly affordable.  Leather flats of "Tori Burch" quality for 1/4 of the price!

I got a pair at LF Stores today and can't wait to get more!  Perfect to fold up an throw in your purse.

Smokin... Slippers?! Hot new trend!

Anything that involves wearing pj's during the day is my kind of trend. 

Now, slippers have become socially acceptable to wear to work!

The Smoking Slipper is a glam silhouette that is a throwback to a more glamorous time.  Find this funky new shape a great alternative to flats!

Comes in so many colors and patterns. Go nuts! Here are my top picks:

Topshop Vectra flat at Nordstrom:

MUSTACHE FLAT!:

 

LASER CUT-OUT:

 

REBECCA MINKOFF: ALVIN

 

BETSEY JOHNSON FOR DILLARDS

Solestruck! I love shoes

BleachBlack, an amazing fashion blog, posted about a site called Solestruck.

If you LOVE shoes, you MUST check out this site. These shoes all have something to say! Works of art for your feet! Turn heads with your heels!


Loook how cool:

Funkaayy:

 

More is MORE:

 

Huh?

Laura Mercier Ovarian Cancer Fund

Laura Mercier, brilliant French make-up artist, is known for her subtly chic products.  Her make-up helps women to enhance their natural features.  This brand is a great pick-me up and always gives me that extra glow.

Now, I have a new reason to love Laura Mercier: for her Ovarian Cancer Fund. This cause is near and dear to my heart.  Ovarian cancer is an extremely under publicized form of women's cancer that is not only hereditary, but is extremely deadly if not caught early.

Laura Mercier is donating 100% of the proceeds of the products to the Laura Mercier Ovarian Cancer Fund.  She is an amazing woman who is thankful for her success and who is doing something to help others.

One of the products, the Bonne Mine Healthy Glow for face and cheeks set, is a compact filled with creams and blushes to restore color and a healthy glow to your complexion.  Laura said that cancer patients would come to her for a pick-me-up and she was happy to be able to give back to these brave and amazing women so they can feel confident and beautiful while enduring such a trying disease.  The compact is travel sized, so it is perfect for a busy woman on the go.

Please support this cause, or at least educate yourself about it.

Francesca's Collections: bright baubles, printed tops and other fun finds!

I knew Francesca's Collections was a hip and affordable boutique that I visited in Chicago.   When I saw a Francesca's in the Tropicana hotel in Atlantic City this past weekend, I realized with glee that not only is it a chain, it has a WEBSITE!!

Francesca's arranges their clothes and jewels by color.   They sell kitchy items such as funky note pads and squirrel shaped erasers.  The prices are reasonable for these off-color fashion/ trend items (averaging between $20-$50).  From sunglasses to tights to earrings galore, there is something for everyone at this store.

They also have selected "manager's special" sales that highlight the trendiest products of the week.  Ever changing product assortment with a boutique feel makes this store a lovable treasure!

Check out the website and see if there's a Francesca's near you!

Mustache collection :)

Cute Dresses:

 Statement Jewels:

Bags of all shapes and sizes: