tart-y for the party

Celebrate 2012 in Polka Dots! LC Lauren Conrad Polka-Dot Embellished Shirtdress

2012-01-04T09:15:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year! Wearing the LC Lauren Conrad Polka-Dot Embellished Shirtdress ($68, 50% off in store plus coupons) and Gap Studded bow ballet flats (~~$49.95,~~60% off with coupon) I received for Christmas. The top half and waist of the dress are quite small, worn in size 6. The flats are leather with a rubber sole and amazingly cushy padding, like walking in slippers. The store didn't have my usual size so I went .5 size up, no problem.

LC Lauren Conrad Pleated Faux-Leather Shorts Outfit

2011-12-07T09:00:00.000-08:00

I took a size 8 in the shorts. I could have gone with a 6 and maybe that would look more flattering, but I thought it would be better to go less tight in fake leather shorts. Get them on sale now, available in every size (sale $25 original $50).

Rebecca Taylor top from Barneys outlet
Target shoes

W got me the sparrow bird print shell from Gap. Matching bra ($39.95) and tanga ($14.95) set now available here
LC Lauren Conrad Ruched Open-Front Boyfriend Blazer
UO necklace

Blazer and shorts ASO LC. I also bought the sweater in XS.

Get the Look: Annie's Rose Garden Flutter Top in Community

2011-11-15T09:15:00.000-08:00

Super sad about Community getting benched until summer (why you gotta be like that, NBC? CANCEL WHITNEY!), but at least you can get Annie/Alison Brie's cute Rebecca Taylor top for sale. WAS $245 Now $98

DENIAL

ANGER

DEPRESSION

Banana Republic Mad Men Betty dress Review

2011-08-12T09:30:00.000-07:00

I really wanted to like this dress($150). The fabric is heavy and a crinoline or petticoat is sewn into the skirt. Unfortunately it does run HUGE. I usually wear a 4. I tried on the 2 Petite and I was swimming in it. I did ask the sales associate to try the size 0P but she accidentally brought me the same size and I didn't want to ask a second time. The color seems like it doesn't suit for a party dress but with some costume jewelry I think it would be really fun for cocktails. If you are a true size 0 this won't work without alterations, but it would be great for a large bust.

Last Friday Night in Lace Shorts

2011-08-11T09:45:00.000-07:00

I finally wore my H&M mesh panel bodysuit (the more daring American Apparel version here) and BCBG lace shorts. The waistband on the shorts gaps a bit because I'm wearing the size medium and should have gotten the small. Still loving my Sam Edelman Exie sandals. If I never bought shoes that make me look stumpy I wouldn't have any shoes.

Get the Look: Topshop v. Chanel Resort 2011 Sheer Panel Dress

2011-06-10T10:00:00.000-07:00

The Topshop Petite Black Floral Print Crochet Waist Dress ($75) is not quite as daring as Blake Lively's Chanel, but it is cute, wearable, and best of all available in petite sizes for those of us who are less than Legsly.

Sam Edelman Exie Studs and Spikes in Las Vegas!

2011-06-09T09:55:00.000-07:00

I got the amazing Sam Edelman Exie sandals for my birthday this year. They were huge in my regular size 7.5 so I went down a full size to 6.5. The ankle strap is very short. I did get a blister the first time I wore them walking around the Strip but I'm hoping I won't have a problem in the future. No problems with securing the spikes at the moment.

Joe's Jeans Ex Lover Short in Burke, 28

3.1 Phillip Lim Memorial Day @ Picasso

2011-06-07T10:00:00.000-07:00

I had a wonderful dinner at Picasso in Las Vegas on Memorial Day. The tasting menu was divine, and we were given a box of cookies when we left the restaurant.

3.1 Phillip Lim Paillette Trompe L'oeil Top (ebay)
American Apparel
Christian Louboutin

MAINE LOBSTER SALAD

PAN SEARED SCALLOP

FOIE GRAS

NEW ZEALAND TAI SNAPPER

OR

ROASTED LAMB

Get the Look: BCBG vs Charlotte Russe One-Shoulder Draped Dress

2011-05-03T10:00:00.000-07:00

BCBGMAXAZRIA One-Shoulder Draped Dress ($258)
color INK, Acetate/spandex

Charlotte Russe Ruched One Shoulder Party Dress ($39.99 was $44.50)
color ROYAL BLUE, 95% polyester/ 5% spandex

Jeremy Scott Kitty Ears Sunglasses 70% OFF

2011-03-31T10:00:00.000-07:00

These sunnies from Jeremy Scott are unusual and fun and priced right for summer (was $228 now $68.40).

Black wraparound sunglasses with visor overhang at top of frames that are kitty ears when wore on top of your head. rectangular indentation on top of right side and mirrored lenses.

Definitely more wearable and affordable than Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen's Maison Michel bunny ($650) and mouse ears!

Get the Look: Phillip Lim Laser Cut Leather Top @ ASOS

2011-03-28T11:00:00.000-07:00

If you love the laser cut leather Phillip Lim showed on the runway for Spring 2011, ASOS PREMIUM has some fantastic (and colorful!) alternatives for a fraction of the cost.

3.1 Phillip Lim Laser Cut Leather Top ($850)
Shorts ($795) also available

ASOS Premium Laser Cut Leather Top ($125.51) in yellow

ASOS Premium Cutwork Leather Dress ($322.74) - Love the cobalt blue color with nude pumps for spring!

Get the Look Erdem Margot Red Lace Dress

2011-03-15T10:00:00.000-07:00

Erden Margot Red Dress ($3,360)
As if the movie wasn't depressing enough, this dress sold out everywhere after Michelle Williams wore it to a Blue Valentine premiere.

Try the Topshop Red 3/4 Sleeve Lace Dress ($96) if you missed their Peter Pan version last fall.

Get the Look: Chloe Sullivan's Red Dress in Smallville, Nikita

2011-03-10T09:30:00.000-08:00

The next time you decide to steal someone's dinner reservation for a Date Night-type adventure, try the BCBGMAXAZRIA Drape Front One Shoulder Satin Dress ($248). I wish I had a better photo to show how pretty Chloe looked in Smallville "Masquerade" (10.14) before all the torture porn.

BCBG must be the CW's party dress sponsor. wetpaint spotted these on Alex on Nikita.

Get the Look Diane Kruger in Louis Vuitton

2011-02-24T11:45:00.000-08:00

The Black And Red Button Bow Dress (Was: $39.00 Now: $18.98) from Hot Topic is a hybrid of the yellow Louis Vuitton and black Chanel (?) Diane Kruger wore to promote Inglourious Basterds in Cannes. Replace the red buttons with gold buttons for a luxe look (you can buy vintage Chanel buttons on ebay!)

Bee Mine, Valentine

2011-01-17T10:00:00.000-08:00

Valentine's Day is less than a month away, and Karmaloop is treating us to 25% off and free shipping with code SKTV25.

If red and pink aren't your colors, try one of these not so basic LBDs:

How cute is the I Heart Dress from Hellz Bellz (was $132, now $65.95, or pay $49.46 with discount code!)

I thought these guys were cupids but on closer inspection it turns out they are cherubs. Still, why not try your inner matchmaking Cher Horowitz? You might just snag Paul Rudd. Lola Dress from Motel (was $65, now $31.95, $23.96 with discount!)

Happy New Year!

2011-01-05T09:00:00.000-08:00

Happy NY! I'm still on low/nobuy, so I wore all my lovely Christmas gifts to celebrate NYE. The LAYERED STRAPLESS DRESS is from BCBG ($358 but it was $29.99 at Macys AND my mom had a $10 coupon). I sized up to 6 which ended up being a bit loose. W gave me this purty necklace from UO (Rhinestone Mesh Necklace). Sergio Rossi Cachet ($695 for real here) knockoff shoes are Jessica Simpson Bravo ($47.37 here) in black suede. I think the peeptoe is too small on the JS shoes, but they are 5" tall and really comfy.

I had Nani's Meatloaf at Nick's in Los Gatos:

I still have most of my Chanel tattoos to use.

You want to see how the dress looks on short stumpy me vs. the leggy leggy model?

I guess I can honor that request:

BCBG Studded Rain Boots for the Apocalyptic 2011

2011-01-04T10:15:00.000-08:00

Happy 2011! W gave me these awesome, Mad Max-y BCBG "Vintage" Rubber Rain Boots ($125) for Christmas. I looooove them, we've been getting a lot of rain and they really brighten my day. I wore them to breakfast on New Year's Day. Jacket is Kenneth Cole Reaction from Costco, gift from W's brother. The boots only come in half sizes, so I went up half size to 8. I love the black ($87 on bluefly) but if your size is sold out, endless has the boot in a great moss green color.

Matte rubber outer. Rubber sole.
Leather panels at front and outer side. Pyramid-shaped studs at leather panels.
Shaft of boot is 14" from sole.
Rubber, Leather.
Imported.

Get the Look Pretty Little Liars Spencer

2010-12-13T10:30:00.000-08:00

Pretty Little Liars is back in 3 weeks on Monday, Jan 3! If you're an overachiever who loves kissing your sister's boyfriends, you're definitely a Spencer. Go back to school with the Pins and Needles Watercolor Chiffon Blouse (NOW $29.99! Was $58)

Cyber Monday Bacon Dress Save $150!

2010-11-29T10:00:00.000-08:00

If you're in need of someone to kiss on NYE, no one will be able to resist your meaty charms in the camilla and marc Nuclear Dress ($890). Disappointingly for the Angry Birds and happily for all vegetarians, no pigs were harmed in the making of this dress. Save $150 tonight with code BIGEVENT!

LC Lauren Conrad Blue Ruffled Dress Look 11/12

2010-11-18T10:30:00.000-08:00

I had a $10 coupon to use at Kohl's and ended up paying $1 for the LC Lauren Conrad Blue Ruffled Dress (was $60)! It was probably a return, the only one in the store, marked down 90% and missing the belt. The dress looks cheaper IRL than the samples worn by LC but I think I made it work. W absolutely loved it. Wore it to dinner at Bistro Elan; their foie gras is fresh and yummy.

Prosciutto and pear salad

Bonus pic to show off my pedi in Revlon Minted from mom

Fitting Room: Loft Shearling OTK Riding Boot

2010-10-28T10:15:00.000-07:00

Percy Shearling Trim Leather Riding Boot (^$198)

I love these boots, but the length is just too long for 5'1" me. You can see the leather bunch at the ankles.

Get the Look: Elizabeth and James Sequin Top under $20

2010-10-19T10:45:00.000-07:00

Forever 21 Sequin Mesh Panel Sweater ($19.80)
Shell: 100% cotton, Trim: 100% nylon; Hand wash cold, dry flat

Elizabeth and James Sequin Top ($365) - use code FRIEND6 to save 20% at SAKS through 10/24
Cotton; dry clean

Get the Look: Chanel's Coco Cocoon @ AE

2010-10-19T10:30:00.000-07:00

I love Lily's glam updo and squishy Chanel bag. Try the Aerie F.I.T. Puffer Gym Bag ($29.50) with a prim and proper ruffled collar.

Get the Look: Louis Vuitton Fall 2010 RTW

2010-10-14T10:35:00.000-07:00

The Jack by BB Dakota Phoebe Dress ($62) is one of Rachel Zoe's picks on piperlime. Finish with "high, bouncy B.B. ponytails; clean makeup; and square-toed, block-heeled pumps trimmed with flat bows" to complete Marc Jacobs's vision. The shorter length is perfect for vertically-challenged ladies who want a more youthful look. Try a fur scarf or collar when the weather gets colder.

Neutral Dress Trend OOTD 8/27

2010-09-21T10:30:00.000-07:00

I know the Jeffrey Campbell 99 are really chunk, but they are easier for walking. Shopping the closet and I wanted to try the neutral trend:
Dress, sweater, belt - Gap
necklace-Metropark

photo from stylelist