Smitten Saturday

♥Glam to the Tenth Power!…because being glamorous is not a feeling – it’s a way of life; and the l'un numéroter way to dispel such an air to your many adoring admirers? Simple my loves; with the proper allocation of the headpieces crafted by the hands of Mary Beirne – the beautiful brainchild behind gla.MAR.ous. Let your inner hippie shine through via Kelly; play the role of pretty, pretty princess with Madeline; and wear your heart in your hair with Christina. Classy. Fierce. Fresh. Tell me dolls, which gla.MAR.ous piece are you eager to call your own?

♥Glasses Not Required…because, darlings, 3-D is the wave of the future; so why not add it to your wardrobe in addition to your DVD collection? American Apparel’s 3-D Flower Mesh Jumper sports an all-over design of mesh rosettes – hand-sewn, of course – adding a romantic touch to your look du jour that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy from head to toe. The best part of it all? Those geeky, thick-framed black glasses that you’re forced to don at the theater are not required to spot the 3-D effect of this irresistible piece. Black or white…which color will you soon be welcoming into your wardrobe, my loves?

♥If the Tiara Fits…because your lack of royal title means absolutely nothing, dolls. You and I both know that you’re a princess; now you just need a handbook which ensures that you are living life as such – Francesca Castagnoli’s Princess: You Know Who You Are is it. Whether you are schooling yourself in the art of royal entertaining, or merely attempting to unleash your inner princess in the workplace, Princess has the answers to it all. Now pop a copy into your Cleobella Nevaeh Drawstring Bag, and scoot out the door to find your Prince Charming!

♥Spread the Love…because night after night of curling up on the couch in your Winter Kate Ginger Cardigan, a jar of plain peanut butter in hand, can get oh-so boring. Just as one likes to play the field romantically on her quest to find the perfect cute boy; one must indulge in a teeny-tiny game of hide-and-seek to satiate her snack cravings. Justin’s Nut Butter is the answer to your edible desires. From Natural Chocolate Hazelnut Butter to Natural Maple Almond Butter and Organic Honey Peanut Butter, Justin’s has a flavor to satisfy any liking; and even offers a variety of Squeeze Packs small enough to pop into your Halston Heritage Brandy Stingray Satchel for when you’re on the go! Which flavor are you coveting right now, kitty cats?

♥Wrap You Up In My Love…because so much as attempting to survive the brisk (yet blissful!) fall and winter seasons with a scarf that fails to juxtapose between cozy and cute is utterly unfathomable for the fabulous; thus the reason why the stylish require a splash of Spratters & Jayne in their life. The Tube, The Cowl (with Round Buttons or Hearts), The Lapel (again, with Round Buttons or Hearts). Select the style, color, and embellishment that best reflects your posh personality, and wrap yourself up in warmth and elegance!

What were you smitten with this week?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to fashion in my eyes for the picture.


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Show Your Stripes Giveaway

My loves, standing out from the crowd and allowing your vibrant personality to speak volumes via your look du jour, even when your pretty pucker is pursed, is what fashion is all about. The truly glamorous do not need to mince words, or shoot the breeze; they merely have to tilt their chin skyward and strike a pose, allowing the flirty frock currently accoutering their form to do the talking. Admit it dolls, women’s dresses are the true gossips of the world; the thought-to-be inanimate objects harboring the gift of gab – and now one (1) of you lovelies will be taking a new one home!

Café Fashionista has teamed up with the saucy Shabby Apple, the Online leader in women’s dresses, to bring one (1) ravishing reader a new flirty frock to add to her ever-burgeoning collection; specifically, the blissful BAJA.

To Enter the Show Your Stripes Giveaway:

♥For one (1) entry, leave a comment on this post stating which Shabby Apple dress is your favorite between now and Friday, August 27, 2010 at midnight PST.

♥For two (2) entries, Twitter about this giveaway, and leave a comment on this post stating which Shabby Apple dress is your favorite between now and Friday, August 27, 2010 at midnight PST with your Twitter URL.

♥For three (3) entries, become a follower of Café Fashionista on Blogger/Google Reader/Google Friend Connect, and leave a comment on this post stating which Shabby Apple dress is your favorite between now and Friday, August 27, 2010 at midnight PST (if you are already a Café Fashionista follower, please say so in your comment).

I will randomly pick one (1) name out of a hat (who knows, it could be yours!), and announce the winner on Saturday, August 28, 2010.

In the meantime, should you feel the urge to splurge, now through August 31, 2010 save 10% on all Shabby Apple purchases with code word Cafefashion10off.

Good luck everyone!

This Giveaway is open to U.S. Residents! Winner will be able to choose their dress size.


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Shabby Apple for the pictures.


Don't forget to enter the Free, Fashionable, and Fabulous Giveaway for your chance to win a Scott Free T-Shirt from Luello.

Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Thrifty Thursday: Rag & Bone Sahara Open-Toe Wedges for Less

My loves, in the left corner you’ll spot Rag & Bone’s stunning Sahara Open-Toe Wedges; in the right corner you’ll find Jeffrey Campbell’s fabulous Full.

Though the jaw-dropping Jeffrey Campbell’s lack the leather sole found upon the ravishing Rag & Bone’s; for just $130.00, in comparison to the $390.00 price tag of their haute couture counterpart, they are every bit as capable of becoming the frugal fashionista’s new nude necessity!

What’s the verdict, lovelies…will you be thrifty or spend, spend, spend?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Saks Fifth Avenue and Lori’s Shoes for the pictures.


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Why Don't You...?

♥…pull on your Winter Kate Jasmine Cardigan, ring up a cute boy, and spend the afternoon constructing a cozy den of pillows for two?

♥…slide a pair of Chloe Sunglasses’ Myrte Cuir Sunglasses over your eyes, toss back your head, and laugh, giggle, cackle, chortle, and chuckle? As the saying goes, “A laughter-laden heart will live longer than a worrywart.”

♥…sweep your luscious locks into an undone bun, wrap MiH Jeans’ Large Scarf around your throat, and park yourself in front of the sewing machine that has been sitting untouched for ages? Today, my loves, your soundtrack is the mundane whir and hum as you create the dress of your dreams!

♥…accouter yourself in Juicy Couture’s Painted Garden Flirty Dress, visit an oversized garden center, and lose yourself as you follow the path paved by bumblebees and butterflies as they lazily wander by?

♥…give in to your inner rock star and attend a concert that will leave your head throbbing? Slip Evil Twin’s Skeleton Woven Tank over your head; wriggle into HHN by Haute Hippie’s Stirrup Leggings; stuff your feet into Hollywood Trading Company’s Stud Over the Knee Boots and mosh!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Janetteria for the picture.


Don't forget to enter the Free, Fashionable, and Fabulous Giveaway for your chance to win a Scott Free T-Shirt from Luello.

Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Tightwad Tuesday: Kardashians for bebe One Shoulder Pleated Dress for Less

Dolls, to the left you’ll find the irresistible Kardashians by bebe One Shoulder Pleated Dress; to the right you’ll spot Shock Boutique’s blissful Exaggerated One Shoulder Little Black Dress.

While the sassy Shock Boutique number lacks the exposed zipper along the back, so prevalent on the Kardashian creation; for a mere $42.00, in comparison to the $129.00 asking price of Kim, Khloe, and Kourtney’s avant-garde frock, it is every bit as capable as wowing your many admirers – at a fraction of the cost!

Tell me, kittens…will you be a big spender and go for Kardashians by bebe, or be thrifty and spring for Shock Boutique?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to bebe and Shock Boutique for the pictures.


Don't forget to enter the Free, Fashionable, and Fabulous Giveaway for your chance to win a Scott Free T-Shirt from Luello.

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Play It Again, Sam

In the Next Room - Neon Trees
The Worse It Gets - Penguin Prison
I Turn My Camera On - Spoon
Jitter - Dakota Fish
Our Lips Are Sealed - The Go-Go's
Tigerlily - La Roux
Midtown - The Sea and Cake
Alejandro - Lady Gaga
Cuddle Fuddle - Passion Pit
If I Ever Feel Better - Phoenix
What song has left you with the urge to say Play It Again, Sam this week, my loves?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to We ♥ It for the picture.


Don't forget to enter the Free, Fashionable, and Fabulous Giveaway for your chance to win a Scott Free T-Shirt from Luello.

Don't forget to enter the It’s All About the Bag Giveaway for your chance to win a NISHA Handbag from OUFI.

Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Sunday Steals: Rebecca Minkoff Studded Out Leather Rocker Crossbody Bag on a Budget

Kitty cats, to the left take a gander at Rebecca Minkoff’s saucy Studded Out Leather Rocker Crossbody Bag; to the right feast your eyes on GUESS by Marciano’s daring Della Crossbody Handbag.

Though the Minkoff marvel is constructed out of true leather, while the glamorous GUESS piece is made out of faux; for just $85.00, in comparison to the $340.00 price tag of the Minkoff, it is every bit as essential for the girl seeking to channel her inner rock star – and available in three irresistible shades (black, white, and purple)!

Which role have you decided to undertake on this sultry Sunday, kittens? Tightwad or spendthrift?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Bloomingdale’s and Marciano for the pictures.


Don't forget to enter the Free, Fashionable, and Fabulous Giveaway for your chance to win a Scott Free T-Shirt from Luello.

Don't forget to enter the It’s All About the Bag Giveaway for your chance to win a NISHA Handbag from OUFI.

Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Smitten Saturday

♥I Am Fashionista; Hear My Accessories Roar!…because regardless of your magnitude of glamour; every girl can benefit from un petit pinch of the wild animal kingdom to her arsenal of accessories. TsuruBride’s tantalizing creations give you just that. Metallic leather clutches shaped as petite piggies, elegant elephants, and, my personal favorite, the fabulous fox, contribute a sparkling splash of personality to your look du jour in the form of a functional carryall perfect for your next girl’s night out. Which animal are you coveting, darlings?

♥One Bite to Bliss…because becoming a chocoholic is not something that happens overnight; it is a task which takes time, patience, and quite a bit of trial and error – so why not practice on the best? Delysia Chocolatier allows one to satiate multiple indulgences via one tiny truffle courtesy of their slightly offbeat offerings – cabernet sauvignon, anyone? – giving the chic the opportunity to quell multiple cravings in just one bite. Tell me, my loves; which flavor are you planning on indulging in?

♥Wink, Wink…because being forced to purchase eye shadow palettes full of colors that are fully unflattering to one’s skin tone is so overrated; and an utter no-no for the fabulous. mark’s I-Mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow to the rescue, darlings! Select the shades that you, and only you, adore (I’m partial to Nomadic, Biscotti, and Tiki myself), pop them into the Snap To It Mega, and voila! A custom color palette made specifically with your pretty peepers in mind. Which shades do you plan on snagging, lovers; more importantly, who will you be winking at when wearing these haute hues?

♥Make A Wish!…because no one, fashionista or otherwise, can resist the notion of a virtual closet a la Cher Horowitz’s (aka Alicia Silverstone) wondrous wardrobe in the film Clueless. Rightcliq by Visa makes it so you don’t have to. One part personal shopping assistant, one part lust list, two parts absolute essential for serving as a reminder for your most coveted come payday. HHN by Haute Hippie’s Cowl Sweater Vest, Ponte Blazer, and Drapey Rib Tank Dress currently stand front and center on my Rightcliq requests; which items will you be adding to yours? Do tell, dolls!

♥Yummy Gummi…because the only thing more thrilling than a handful of scrummy gummi bears in one’s handbag, is the presence of a colorful GummiLight illuminating one’s workspace come nightfall. Designed by Kevin Champeny, each GummiLight is battery-powered and capable of making you feel as if you’ve stepped into Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory! Kitty cats, the pink is calling my name; which color is calling yours?

What were you smitten with this week?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to We ♥ It for the picture.


Don't forget to enter the Free, Fashionable, and Fabulous Giveaway for your chance to win a Scott Free T-Shirt from Luello.

Don't forget to enter the It’s All About the Bag Giveaway for your chance to win a NISHA Handbag from OUFI.

Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Free, Fashionable, and Fabulous Giveaway

Darlings, there is something that you absolutely must know…a new find of mine in the form of fabulous t-shirts crafted by the hands of Scott Free.

Scott Free brings casual, lifestyle clothing to a whole new level of luxury. With tees being constructed out of 100% Supima Cotton, aka “the cashmere of cotton,” Scott Free blends together classic iconography and designs with the highest quality of clothing.

Some pieces feature pop-culture figures such as Elvis and Marilyn Monroe; while others showcase fresh, easy-to-wear and always desirable graphics. The one thing each and every design harbors is the fact that Scott Free provides no ordinary t-shirt! Add in the fact that Scott Free has partnered with Luello.com, the premium online shopping destination which aims to provide superior fit and clothing quality, along with styles at the forefront of the fashion movement, and you’ve got yourself a winner. Scott Free T-shirts provide what people want to wear! And now two (2) of you will be taking a Scott Free original home!

To Enter the Free, Fashionable, and Fabulous Giveaway:

♥For one (1) entry, leave a comment on this post with your e-mail address between now and Friday, August 20, 2010.

♥For two (2) entries, Twitter “I love Luello and Café Fashionista!” at both @Luello and @cafefashionista, and leave a comment on this post between now and Friday, August 20, 2010.

♥For three (3) entries, become a follower of Café Fashionista on Blogger/Google Reader/Google Friend Connect/Twitter, and leave a comment on this post between now and Friday, August 20, 2010 at midnight PST.

I will randomly pick two (2) names out of a hat (who knows, one of them could be yours!), and announce the winners on Saturday, August 21, 2010.

NOTE: By entering this Giveaway, you are agreeing to subscribe to Luello’s newsletter.

Good luck everyone!

And yes, this Giveaway is open to everyone – U.S. or International residents!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Luello for the pictures.


Don't forget to enter the It’s All About the Bag Giveaway for your chance to win a NISHA Handbag from OUFI.

Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Don't forget to enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid.

Thrifty Thursday: Anthropologie Ripped Page Wrap for Less

My loves, to your left please take a gander at Anthropologie’s refined Ripped Page Wrap; to the right, feast your eyes on Wet Seal’s ravishing Raw Edge Fleece Wrap.

Though the Wet Seal marvel is constructed out of a mix of cotton and polyester, as opposed to the ribbed jersey which makes up the ambrosial Anthropologie accessory; for just $24.50, in comparison to the 78.00 needed to take the Ripped Page Wrap home, it is every bit as capable of keeping you glamorous and warm come fall, at a price that leaves over enough extra cash to splurge on a new pair of boots!

Your turn loves…will you be thrifty or suckered into putting on your spendthrift cap?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Anthropologie and Wet Seal for the pictures.


Don't forget to enter the It’s All About the Bag Giveaway for your chance to win a NISHA Handbag from OUFI.

Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Don't forget to enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid.

Guest Post at Fashion In My Eyes!

My loves, if you know me even a smidgen (and I know you do!), you are aware of my ever so slight obsession with boots. Suede, leather, knee-high, over-the-knee, black, cognac, riding, or otherwise...I adore them all! This year, however, I have my eye on five boots in particular that I feel will see you through the fall (and winter!) season in non-stop style; and now I'm sharing them with you! Skip on over to Nookie's darling blog fashion in my eyes to read my Guest Post Back to Boots! A word of warning, kitty cats; hide your credit cards beforehand, otherwise you may not be able to contain yourself from purchasing!


Fashionably yours!

Why Don't You...?

♥…cast aside your proclamations that you “don’t have the time,” fill your J.W. Hulme Co. Sahara Excursion Tote with the essentials, and jet off to some faraway, glamorous destination? As Martin Buber once said, “All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware.”

♥…shimmy into your Rory Beca Bailey Cutout Halter Dress, and toss a spur-of-the-moment cocktail party? Two rules that can’t be broken…dressing up is a must, and it’s BYOM (bring your own music). That’s right, darlings; une petite personal playlist is required for entry!

♥…slick mark’s Mini Mark It Stick Hook Up Stick for Lips upon your pretty pout, and fling a coquettish smile in the direction of the cute boy next door whom you’ve been crushing on for ages?

♥…wrap yourself up in Rebecca Taylor’s Femme Military Cardigan, order a Venti Iced Cinnamon Dolce Crème Frappuccino, and spend the afternoon people-watching at Starbucks? In the words of Stephanie Piro, “Behind every successful woman…is a substantial amount of coffee.”

♥…kick off your Report Signature Shoes Thompson Cutout Booties, race to the bottom of the beach, right where the water meets the shore, and draw a bevy of blissful pictures in the sand? Don’t forget to take pictures of your creations, my loves!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to We ♥ It for the picture.


Don't forget to enter the It’s All About the Bag Giveaway for your chance to win a NISHA Handbag from OUFI.

Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Don't forget to enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid.

Tightwad Tuesday: Givenchy Crisscross Wedge Sandal for a Steal

Darlings, in the left corner we have Givenchy’s chic Crisscross Wedge Sandal, the very same ones seen gracing the tootsies of glamourai Leigh Lezark; to your right you will find BCBGeneration's gorgeous Gonzalo Wedge Sandal.

While the BCBGeneration's beauty is crafted out of a blend of black lycra mesh and leather, while the jaw-dropping Givenchy’s are made solely out of leather; for a mere $98.95, in comparison to the $1,174.50 asking price of the Givenchy’s, they are every bit as capable of turning heads and inducing gasps from your many admirers as their couture cousin. Not to mention you can pick them up in three irresistible hues (black lycra mesh, silver ash shimmer metallic, and buttermilk plush napa)!

Is today the day for you to please the big spender within; or will you play it cool and be thrifty?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Luis Varoma and Endless for the pictures.


Don't forget to enter the It’s All About the Bag Giveaway for your chance to win a NISHA Handbag from OUFI.

Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Don't forget to enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid.

It's All About the Bag Giveaway

As Carrie Bradshaw once said “…it’s just a little bag, but we’d feel naked in public without it.” Admit it kitty cats, truer words have never been spoken. We treat our handbags like small children, even going so far as to give them our seat on the subway to ensure that their petite bodies are not bruised and beaten by the quick jolts. And now one (1) of you lovelies has the chance to add a new one to her arsenal of accessories!

Café Fashionista has teamed up with the fabulous OUFI to bring one (1) of you glamazons the irresistible NISHA bag (pictured above). Retailing at $195.00, NISHA is constructed out of Genuine Leather, and features not one, but two side pockets with buckles; in addition to a double-zip top, an interior zip pocket, cell phone pocket, and a large pocket across the width of the bag sporting a magnetic closure. And now one (1) of you will be taking her home!

To Enter the It’s All About the Bag Giveaway:

♥For one (1) entry, Fan/Like OUFI on Facebook, follow OUFI on Twitter @OufiLondon, or become a follower of the OUFI blog, and leave a comment on this post saying you have done so between now and Monday, August 9, 2010 at Midnight PST.

♥For two (2) entries, Twitter about this giveaway, and leave a comment on this post between now and Monday, August 9, 2010 at Midnight PST.

♥For three (3) entries, become a follower of Café Fashionista on Blogger/Google Reader/Google Friend Connect/Twitter, and leave a comment on this post between now and Monday, August 9, 2010 at midnight PST.

I will randomly pick one (1) name out of a hat (who knows, it could be yours!), and announce the winner on Tuesday, August 10, 2010.

Good luck everyone!

And yes, this Giveaway is open to everyone – U.S. or International residents!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to OUFI for the picture.


Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Don't forget to enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid.

Smitten Saturday

♥Carry Change…because being stylish isn’t the only thing required of a true fashionista – being socially conscious is just as important. With Della, the glamorous gal can be both. The brainchild of LA-based designer Tina Tangalakis; each Della purchase benefits and empowers the women of Hohoe, Ghana, whilst adding a splash of fashionable finesse to your look du jour! I’m loving the Circle Game Classic Della Bag myself. Which Della creation is tickling your fancy, darlings?

♥Wrapped Up in DVF…because one’s choice of literature should be swathed in just as much style as the reader herself; thus the reason why Diane von Furstenberg’s Kasi Canvas Clutch for Kindle is an absolute essential for the beautiful bookworm’s digital library. The Signature Print is calling my name; which design do you feel is right for your digital device, dolls?

♥A Gem for the Hem…because investing in different denim lengths to accommodate your varying footwear decisions is a surefire way for the frugal fashionista to break her clothing budget; money is far better spent on Hem Gems. Select from Classic Rivet or Pyramid Stud in your choice of silver or gold, cuff your jeans to the desired length, insert the Hem Gems, and away you go! The question is, my loves, what will you be spending the money you saved on – that blissful Bird by Juicy Couture Puff Sleeve Top that you’ve been eyeing; or the irresistible Soft Joie Radha Top that you can’t stop thinking about?

♥Pat-A-Cake, Pat-A-Cake…because the only thing better than shopping for sophisticated J.W. Hulme Co. handbags, or makeup a la mark’s Gloss Gorgeous Stay On Lip Stain, is browsing for baking supplies that would make Marie Antoinette’s sweet tooth come alive; quite a bit like the materials found at Layer Cake Shop. Cake Ruffles capable of rivaling the ones found on your Free People Merrie’s Print Ruffle Skirt; Bakery Boxes sophisticated enough to house your Alexis Bittar Georgian Ring; and sets of Baking Cups to match your Madewell Cactus Paisley Scarf. Go ahead kitty cats; unleash your inner Suzy Homemaker!

♥Dressed to the Nines…because boys, while scruffily adorable in every way, are not known for remembering to spiffy up for special occasions; luckily, you can rely upon The Spoon Sisters’ Dress For Dinner Napkins to correct their fashion faux pas. Simply tuck one into the front of your cute boy’s plain white tee, and voila! Instant perfection for a black tie affair!

What were you smitten with this week?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Tumblr for the picture.


Don't forget to enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway for your chance to win a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black from Tampurse.

Don't forget to enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid.

Fashion Emergency Giveaway

My loves, perhaps if our gal pals were as reliable as the coffee maker standing front and center upon our kitchen countertop, hovering by our sides twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, we would scarcely encounter embarrassing moments that leave us with cheeks the color of strawberries, and desperately seeking the nearest exit for a quick getaway. But alas, given the fact that we are frequently found by our lonesome, we must rely upon petite products to conceal the items that, as fabulous femme fatales, are pure necessities, yet retain the power of embarrassing us should they make an appearance while chit chatting with a cute boy. Products like…the Tampurse.

Café Fashionista has teamed up with Tampurse to bring one (1) of you lovelies a Vintage Glamour Tampurse in Black of your very own! Discreet, classy, and fabulous; the Tampurse is a stylish way to store your girly essentials – and will boost your confidence levels in ways you could have never imagined!

To Enter the Fashion Emergency Giveaway:

♥For one (1) entry, Fan/Like Tampurse on Facebook, and leave a comment on Tampurse’s Facebook Wall stating I love Café Fashionista between now and Friday, August 13, 2010 at Midnight PST.

♥For two (2) entries, leave a comment on this post stating that you have “liked” and left the required comment on Tampurse’s Facebook Wall between now and Friday, August 13, 2010 at midnight PST.

♥For three (3) entries, Twitter about this giveaway, and leave a comment on this post stating that you have “liked” and left the required comment on Tampurse’s Facebook Wall between now and Friday, August 13, 2010 at Midnight PST.

♥For four (4) entries, become a follower of Café Fashionista on Blogger/Google Reader/Google Friend Connect/Twitter, and leave a comment on this post stating that you have “liked” and left the required comment on Tampurse’s Facebook Wall between now and Friday, August 13, 2010 at midnight PST.

I will randomly pick one (1) name out of a hat (who knows, it could be yours!), and announce the winner on Saturday, August 14, 2010.

Good luck everyone!

And yes, this Giveaway is open to everyone – U.S. or International residents!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Tampurse for the pictures.

Thrifty Thursday: J.W. Hulme Co. Legacy Mini Bag on a Budget

Kitty cats, to your left you’ll find J.W. Hulme Co’s luscious Legacy Mini Bag; to the right it’s impossible to miss Cooperative’s Foldover Satchel.

It’s true my loves, the chic Cooperative carryall is constructed out of canvas with a faux leather trim, as opposed to the nubuck body and real leather trim of the J.W. Hulme Co. pretty; but for just $48.00, in comparison to the $286.00 price tag of its high-end distant relative, it is every bit as fabulous – and available in four irresistible shades (tan; teal/brown; black; and red) that will see you through each and every season in style!

Will J.W. Hulme Co. tempt you into being a big spender, or will Cooperative inspire you to save?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Shopbop and Urban Outfitters for the pictures.


Don't forget to enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid.

Don't forget to enter the Money Honey Giveaway for your chance to win an $80.00 Gift Certificate from CSN Stores.

Why Don't You...?

♥…become a glamorous creature of the night? Slither into Rag & Bone’s Leo Dress, stuff your feet into Hollywood Trading Company’s Motor Booties with Stud & Stone Strap, slick mark’s Lots of Lacquer Hook Up Super Color Lip Gloss in Fever upon your lips, and unleash your fangs!

♥…take the hand of a cute boy and together go on a search for buried treasure? Just remember my loves, “The greatest treasures are those invisible to the eye but found by the heart.”

♥…style yourself in Torn by Ronny Kobo’s Alice Fuzzy Leopard Dress, and embrace your inner feline seductress? In the words of Sidonie Gabrielle, “By associating with the cat one only risks becoming richer.” Really darlings, have you ever heard anything so purrrrr-fect?

♥…host a late-night movie marathon – with a dress code? All those who arrive in sweats will be turned away; dressing to the nines is an absolute requirement!

♥…refuse to drink anything but colorful concoctions that match your current look du jour? Sip a Cherry Bomb while donning your Rebecca Taylor Waterfall Cami Dress; down Watermelon Lemonade while accoutered in Dallin Chase’s Felix Romper; and keep a glass of Pomegranate-Citrus Juice close by while wearing Karen Zambos Vintage Couture’s Turner Top. Remember darlings, it’s not a beverage…it’s an accessory!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to We ♥ It for the picture.


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Tightwad Tuesday: Elizabeth and James Luna Dress for Less

My loves, in the left corner we have Elizabeth and James’ lovely Luna Dress, the very same one seen on Hayden Panettiere when she appeared on MTV’s It’s On with Alexa Chung last year; in the right corner we have ASOS’ Bell Sleeve Shift Dress.

While ASOS’ Bell Sleeve beauty is crafted out of polyester, as opposed to the silk construction of the Elizabeth and James gem; for just $47.17, in comparison to the $345.00 asking price of it’s couture cousin, it is every bit as irresistible – and allows for the frugal fashionista to indulge in all three colors…pink, navy, and lime!

Which role have you decided to undertake on this terrific Tuesday, kittens? Tightwad or spendthrift?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Shopbop and ASOS for the pictures.


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Play It Again, Sam

Pumped Up Kicks - Foster the People
Follow Me Down - 3OH!3 feat. Neon Hitch
Dance the Way I Feel - Ou Est Le Swimming Pool
Livin’ Like I Wanna - Mount Carmel
Dreaming Of Another World - Mystery Jets
(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction - Britney Spears (Rolling Stones Cover)
Summer in the City - The Lovin’ Spoonful
Crash Years - The New Pornographers
Playground Love - Air
In For the Kill - La Roux
What song has left you with the urge to say Play It Again, Sam this week, my loves?

Darlings, Cafe Fashionista now has her very own radio station courtesy of Songza. Check it out to listen to some of my favorites - and even add a few of your own to the mix!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to We ♥ It for the picture.


Don't forget to enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid.

Don't forget to enter the Money Honey Giveaway for your chance to win an $80.00 Gift Certificate from CSN Stores.

Sunday Steals: Stuart Weitzman 50/50 Boots on a Budget

My loves, to the left feast your eyes on Stuart Weitzman’s sassy 50/50 Boots, the very same ones seen gracing the feet of Leighton Meester (aka Blair Waldorf) on the set of Gossip Girl, as well as Angelina Jolie, Lindsay Lohan, and Jennifer Love Hewitt; to the right take a gander at Promiscuous’ Karin.

Though the Promiscuous pretties feature a slightly shorter shaft than the Weitzman wonders; at just $143.00, in comparison to the $595.00 price tag of the Weitzman’s, they are every bit as capable of adding a splash of rebelliousness to your look du jour, at a price that you simply can’t resist!

Is today the day for you to please the big spender within; or will you play it cool and be thrifty?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Zappos for the pictures.


Don't forget to enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid.

Don't forget to enter the Money Honey Giveaway for your chance to win an $80.00 Gift Certificate from CSN Stores.

Smitten Saturday

♥You Know You Love Me…because, in the words of Elsa Schiaparelli, “Women dress alike all over the world: they dress to be annoying to other women.” As such, it is your duty to create covetousness in your many admirers; a simple task when you’re wearing enV. The handiwork of designer Vanessa Copes, each enV item is a one-of-a-kind wonder that will make jaws drop on sight. I’ll take the Agate and Crystals Ring, the Heart of Gold Bracelet, and the Beaded Brown Flower in Crystals. Which bauble do you believe will make you the envy of your BFF’s, kitty cats?

♥Cookie Monster…because even the biggest cupcake fan needs a break every now and then to unleash her inner Cookie Monster; and there is no better time to do so than when Amy’s Cookies are present. An Amy-O! White Dipped to chase a healthy, low-cal lunch; a Viennese Crescent to accompany an afternoon cup of tea; a handful of Oatmeal Chocolate Chip before bed to ensure sweet dreams. Tell me dolls, what flavor do you plan on indulging in?

♥Shop Girl…because even the most skilled shopper needs a break from the stores every once and a while; with reFINEstyle, the glamorous gal can get just that, in addition to a few blissful bargains. Toted as a virtual consignment shop; reFINEstyle gives one the opportunity to satisfy her McQueen, Versace, Vuitton, Chanel, and Balenciaga cravings at a fraction of the price, from the privacy of her very own bedroom. What designer are you on the hunt for today, darlings?

♥Love Is In the Air…because a day of rest is an absolute necessity – even for the gorgeous girl about town; and there is no better place to get it than via the pages of Sundays are for lovers. Broken down into four inspiration-filled sections – laugh, eat, rest, and love; Sundays are for lovers is brimming with happy-go-lucky snapshots taken by Brooklyn-based designers Jackson, Johnston & Roe; scrummy photographs and recipes from Orangette blogger Molly Wizenberg, and so much more. How will you be getting your R&R this weekend, lovers?

♥Foliage for the Follicles…because being Blair Waldorf requires more than just a pretty face; fabulous accessories to spruce up one’s chic coiffure are also par for the course. And you really can’t get more glam than with the proper allocation of a headpiece from Flowers From Fatima. Headbands, hair combs, bobbies, and veils; each one is crafted at the hands of Fatima, and adorned with colorful silk flowers to brighten up your look du jour. I’m partial to Scarlet Gold and Amor. Which piece are you coveting, my loves?

What were you smitten with this week?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to fashion in my eyes for the picture.


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You Think You Know...But You Have No Idea!

My loves, the magnificent Tuesdai (don't you just adore her name? I'm envious!) over at "...a reflection by Tuesdai" was kind enough to conduct un petit interview with me, seen here. Pop on over to her site to find out everything you never knew about yours truly - from my current style icon (it's a fellow blogger!) to some of my favorite posts!


Fashionably yours!

Stupid Cupid Giveaway

Darlings, there’s truly no point in beating around the bush; simply stating the facts and admitting that boys – regardless of their magnitude of cuteness – are a confusing species, a breed whom forever leave us in the throes of fits of tearing out clumps of our tantalizing tresses while screaming at the top of our lungs, is the best way to go. Yes, we may meet one who is less complicated than others every now and again; but for most of us, these individuals are few and far between. Thus the reason why a handy dandy guide to help us deal with these bewildering boys is precisely what the doctor ordered; and now two (2) of you glamorous gals will be taking just that home. Excitement abound, dolls! Café Fashionista has teamed up with Hyperion Books to bring two (2) of you lovelies a copy of Jennifer Love Hewitt’s The Day I Shot Cupid - yes, kitty cats, THE Jennifer Love Hewitt. The very same one labeled a “serial dater” by the tabloids. During her Party of Five days we longed to be her BFF; and now, with this indispensable guide, it’s as if she is. The Day I Shot Cupid reads like a Sunday morning gossip-fest with your besties, indulged in over croissants and café au lait at a local beachside coffee shop; yet proffers invaluable advice on each and every page to help you become the dater you’ve always dreamed of being! To Enter the Stupid Cupid Giveaway: ♥For one (1) entry, leave a comment on this post between now and Friday, August 6, 2010 at midnight PST. ♥For two (2) entries, Twitter about this giveaway, and leave a comment on this post between now and Friday, August 6, 2010 at midnight PST with your Twitter URL. ♥For three (3) entries, become a follower of Café Fashionista on Blogger/Google Reader/Google Friend Connect/Twitter, and leave a comment on this post between now and Friday, August 6, 2010 at midnight PST (if you are already a Café Fashionista follower, please say so in your comment). I will randomly pick two (2) names out of a hat (who knows, one of them could be yours!), and announce the winners on Saturday, August 7, 2010. Good luck everyone! And yes, this Giveaway is open to everyone – U.S. or International residents! Fashionably yours! Thanks to My Love Hewitt and Zimbio for the pictures. Don't forget to enter the Money Honey Giveaway for your chance to win an $80.00 Gift Certificate from CSN Stores. Don't forget to enter the Twist and Shout Giveaway for your chance to win one of five AXE Twist Packs from AXE.

Thrifty Thursday: Issa Kimono Dress for Less

Dolls, to the left you’ll find Issa’s incredible Kimono Dress in the jaw-dropping Amazon print; to the right you’ll find Victoria’s Secret’s Kimono Wrap Dress.

Though there’s no doubt that both pieces harbor an unmistakable similarity to the wrap dresses made ever so popular by the delightful Diane von Furstenberg; while the Issa stunner comes saddled with a $580.00 price tag, its Victoria’s Secret counterpart clocks in at a mere $69.00 apiece – making it possible for the glamorous gal on a budget to indulge in all three majestic hues (black/green animal print; indigo multicolor; and black/brown zebra print)!

Which role are you playing today, darlings…the frugal femme fatale or the sassy spendthrift?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Forward by Revolve and Victoria’s Secret for the pictures.


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Why Don't You...?

♥…transform yourself into a fairy for the day? Make your skin sparkle with mark’s Twinklebelle; accouter yourself in Beyond Vintage’s Sequin Halter Dress; and forgo your typical glamorous gait for a flirtatious flit!

♥…carry a makeshift candy store in your handbag? Replace your lipstick with licorice whips; cast aside your address book in favor of gummi bears; and switch out your lip gloss for lollipops. There’s no telling when a sugar rush will hit, darlings; it’s best to be prepared!

♥…wrap yourself up in BB Dakota’s Branson Cardigan Sweater, find a quiet field to lie in, and devote an entire day to dreaming?

♥…turn off all the lights, and dance in the dark? As the saying goes, “To be a star, you must shine your own light, follow your own path, and don’t worry about the darkness, for that is when the stars shine brightest.”

♥…pitch a tent in the front yard and invite your friends over for an impromptu outdoor tea party? Don’t forget to fill your J.W. Hulme Co. Hemingshore Traditional Carry On Weekender to the brim with pretty provisions and scrummy surprises to tide you over for the evening!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Candid Couture for the picture.


Don't forget to enter the Money Honey Giveaway for your chance to win an $80.00 Gift Certificate from CSN Stores.

Don't forget to enter the Twist and Shout Giveaway for your chance to win one of five AXE Twist Packs from AXE.