Project Runway Obsession

I just watched the finale for season 2 of Project Runway. Unfortunately I missed that season, so I was super excited for a marathon today.

I couldn't be happier that Chloe won. Her pieces had been clean and sleek through the whole competition. Unfortunately for me, her store is in Houston, TX. I sent an email through her website asking if any of the many many many new boutiques cropping up in Boston might carry her collection. I just LOVE the 13th piece.

Jeffrey from Season 3 needed an attitude check, but there is no denying his talent. I love the rock star couture, but I can't afford any of his designs. Could I get a sale please??? For say... 95% off?

Jay McCarroll, the first. I honestly wasn't impressed with anyone from season 1. I gotta admit though that I am a nerd at heart and I tend to find his collections to appeal to the haute geek in me.

Birthday Month

One thing I love about the month of June is that it is my birthday. I'm not excited to get a year older, but around June 1st every shopping email or regular snail mail offers me a gift certificate of some sort; $5 off plus free shipping, a free cone of ice cream at the local Coldstone, a free birthday something.

So when LaRedoute told me I could get a free cami worth $20 with any purchase AND their site was already offering 30% the highest price item AND everything on their site is relatively cheap to start, I had to get something.


Well it turns out I wanted two things in addition to the free cami. I'm a big fan of the nautical trend, so I definitely had my eyes set on this cute striped top with fluttery sleeves. It's girly, flirty, classy and sexy. Perfect for a summer sail on the Charles.

Since I am obsessed with dresses, I had to see what La Redoute had to offer. I found this beautiful silk pleated, teal dress on sale. The color is bold and perfect for day into night.

I discovered that la redoute only lets people use one coupon code at a time. Sooooo... I made two purchases, and the net result was definitely in my favor. I'm looking forward to wearing all of these items very soon.

Fab Deals

I'd say I'm the queen of bargains... good quality labels. I stay up to date on the latest. I pick what I want, and then I WAIT.

Luckily for me, I am pretty petite. The chance of x-small or petite clothes and size 6 shoes sticking around are pretty high.

And that's exactly where I lucked out with my latest online purchases.

After my purple 12th St. by Cynthia Vixen fit perfectly, I scoured the net for more. Low and behold I find this sexy little blue number.


It was originally $194 on sale for $97. After coupon codes and shipping I got this classy party dress for $80.

Now I saw some more 12th St. clothes that I would love, but I figured that is enough for this season. On to the next steal.

Endless.com has proven to be one of the best online shoe stores. Not only will I find great deals, but shipping AND returns are free... AND... they take $5 off your order. Naturally when I saw these precious booties from Steve Madden, originally $194 marked down to $55, I had to try them on.

And lucky for me... they look and feel fantastic. I saved over $200 with these purchases, and I most certainly am not finished.

Beach Glam

I hate the beach, and it's not the beach's fault. You see I don't like the sun. I don't like to feel it on my face. I don't like when it makes me sweat. Sweat is gross.

I am afraid of the ocean. I saw Jaws the Revenge in the theaters when I was 6. There is no reason for a 6 year old to be seeing that movie... on the big screen. It scarred me for life. I won't go in the ocean past my ankles.

I don't like sand. It's glorified dirt.

But I'll tell you what I do love. I love bikinis. I love tropical drinks. I LOOOOOVE this beach tote by Oscar de la Renta. While I wouldn't take this to the beach, I would most certainly take it to the swankiest roof-deck pool party in NYC.

I'll leave the beach to others.

Retail Therapy!!

I'm in the midst of studying for a major exam, and my favorite procrastination is shopping. In the past couple of days, I have bought 3 dresses and 2 tops. ALL on sale or a fabulous deal!


I'm super excited because my purple dress by Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vixen came yesterday. I finally popped my Cynthia Vixen cherry. I took a risk by going petite and luckily I was right! The color is gorgeous and it will be perfect for a summer day to night.

I also bought this really cute orange dress from Smart Bargains for 81% off!!! I hope it fits. I haven't tried on any Laundry by Shelli Segal dresses in a while.

My third purchase is this funky top/dress. I love the beaded neckline. It totally takes care of any jewelry dilemma.


Finally two tops from BCBG. This store has my heart. Everything fits me so well. I guess it's meant for the petite, slightly curvy, little boobies gal!

Tetrad Mega Shelving

I wasn't the best at Tetris, but I did love the game. Even moreso, I loved the techno remix of the theme music.



I haven't listened to it in a while, heck I haven't thought about tetris in years. Then I stumbled upon this piece and I couldn't get that song outta my head.



You can buy the individual shelf pieces separately or you can buy this whole thing as one unit. Rearrange to your desire, but I suggest you avoid a straight line or you might lose some valuable storage space. (via Design Public)

StealthSwitch

I used to work in a lab and my back would be to the entrance. For the most part I was left alone, but I never knew when my boss would stroll in to do his own experiment or just check up on my work.



It's no surprise that I would get caught browsing shopping websites, checking out myspace and chatting via instant messenger. I just couldn't close the window fast enough!



If I only had this StealthSwitch device. When you hear someone coming, just tap your foot and this device will automatically change the website you're browsing to something more appropriate for the work environment.