High-End, Low Price

It has been a growing trend for years now. High-end designers placing their fashions in affordable department stores. My favorite is Dana Buchman in Kohl's. Then you have Issac Mizarahi in Target. Walmart places designers based upon the community.
I used to get Dana Buchman in Marshall Fields and Macy's so I was happy to see her in Kohl's. Her denims are made of quality material that lasts over the years. Moderately priced and always in style.
I also purchased a pair of Vera Wang jeans in Kohl's. Now I'm curvy, but these jeans take good care of me!
This summer, I decided to be me first and fashionable second. My love of watching The Real Housewives of Atlanta and Orange County and then Basketball Wives keeps me posted on what's happening now. I'm all packed for my trip to New York next week and I have my cute sandals and maxi dresses. I really only wear Tiffany silver and a tennis bracelet or two.
For some reason, I'm really feeling the fashion sensation!

Handbags

Everybody is carrying a Coach handbag. That's cool. Especially if it's one of their all leather bags such as their famous Duffel Sac, they last forever. Coach is also reasonably priced. Again, everybody is carrying a Coach.
Next, Louis Vuitton. Hmm, the price ranges are 'up there' but is still affordable. Let's take my favorite, the Speedy 35. Priced at $750, add another $250 to have your initials embroidered.
Next, Gucci. Keep in mind that to me, Gucci and Louis are timeless handbags that never ever go out of style. While some will look down at someone who is still carrying a Gucci Boston Bag from the 80's totally miss the point of these pieces. Me, personally would much rather carry the Boston Bag then the latest Coach bag. My next personal favorite is Dooney & Bourke's All Weather Leather Teton Bag. I have every color combination the line has ever came out with. The pieces of this line I do not own are any of the wallets and coin purses and the back packs. These bags are huge and roomy and they last forever. I've only had to send one in to repair the fob. Other than that, my oldest one is about 17 years old.
I put the brakes on at the Hermes bag. Which one? Any of them.. The starting cost of these bags are $15,000-$20,000. So make sure you don't purchase one of these at the next purse party you attend. I just let the secret out of the bag:-D

I'm on the search for a vintage MCM bag. I really like the way those look. I try to steer away from Coach, unless it's the Duffel Sac I'm carrying.

Another hot handbag is Mulberry and Bottega. Break away from the 'norm' of the Coach and explore!





More Designers....

I often wonder why would anyone over the age of 18 wear Babyphat when there are sooo many high-end designers out there. I mean names you're not going to see anyone else in for miles away.. that's ideal.
Have you ever attended an event a spotted the outfit you were wearing at least once. Are you the type that shop for your clothing at the local 'gathering' place, with that being said, you know you won't be the only one wearing 'that' outfit.
Let me 'name drop' for a moment....
Emillio Pucci.. known for the abstract & geometric patterns and vivid colors. For around $500 you can 'walk it out' in a pair of lovely shoes made by this designer. Don't be fooled by imposters, there's one way to know if it's original.

Like atheletic wear? Me too, but I don't do the typical. Remember Run DMC's 'MY ADIDAS? Well check these Adidas shoes and sweat shirt...

Speaking of RUN DMC, remember the glasses they wore? Cazals ARE back and guess who wants a pair? No, not the same one's DMC wore but a more up to date female pair... step outside the box in a pair of these....

Christian Louboutin Shoes. These shoes are WELL known in the salon I work in in Chicago. It's like Louboutin competition camp every week. This designer is know for his signature RED SOLES and the sexy 'toe cleavage' each pair of his shoes reveals. Again, we're talking high-end. How much do you think they cost? $95-$150? Get outta here!!!