Gossip Girl Thanksgiving

December 1, 2009

Filed Under : STYLE

I just have one question for you Gossip Girl addicts.  How epic was that Thanksgiving table conversation?

“Blair told me you were responsible for sabotaging me at cotillion… What? You don’t have anything to say to me?” says Little J to Eric.  To which he responds, “Your sweet potatoes are bland.”

All this whilst Blair is outing her mother for being pregnant (she’s not), Tripp’s wife is outing Tripp and Serena’s love affair, CiCi is subtly outing Lily’s secrets, and Vanessa’s mother is eavesdropping on everyone’s problems.  What, you may ask, is Chuck doing during these shenanigans?  Simply looking ravishingly handsome.

But back to Little J, she was wearing polka dot tights and an 80s-inspired mini dress (sorry I couldn’t find a picture) for Thanksgiving.  Sounds vaguely familiar.  What a little slutski.

As for Blair,  I dearly miss her headbands.  Is that such a crime?  But nevertheless, I love her gray textured tights.  It’s really nice to see colored tights every once in a while.  That girl never disappoints me.  Ahhh, to own Blair’s wardrobe…

[Images via The CW]

Holiday Party Season

November 30, 2009

Filed Under : STYLE

Right now, I’m attempting to build a holiday party outfit around these Urban Outfitter’s sheer polka dot tights that I purchased a few weeks ago.  You know by now that I’m really feeling patterned tights this season so I definitely want to incorporate them in my holiday party outfit.

But what shall I wear??  I don’t know if I should go ultra trendy and wear a velvet and/or sequin dress with shoulder pads or do something a little more classic.  Since I’m currently exploring my options on Topshop, ASOS, and Bloomys,  it looks like I’ll be heading in the trendy direction.

I don’t dress super trendy on a regular basis, but honestly, if I’m going the trendy route, it’s best to do so at a holiday party where everyone’s a bit tipsy on champagne and shrimp skewers.  No one will even notice that I’m dressed for a 1984 prom and if they do, their colored judgment will instantly approve of those shoulder pads.  More power to you and your lace, I always say.

Anyways, here is my short list for potential holiday party dresses, trendy or otherwise:

If you had time to click through all of these selections, then you, like me, have no life.  Just kidding! But seriously, if you perused through these holiday dresses, you’ll notice that all of them are quite short in length and therefore, tights are a must.  I’m trying to keep it classy girls!

When the holiday season rolls around the corner, I will pair my dresses with a chic, black ankle boot if I’m feeling bold or embellished flats if my feet start to hurt.  Either way, I will attempt to deck the halls in the trendiest way possible.

[Image via ASOS]

Dare I say it’s sweater weather??

November 29, 2009

Filed Under : STYLE

The weather in sunny Southern California is slowly getting cooler (color me surprised!!) and that means only one thing: it’s time for sweaters. In other parts of the country, people are dusting off their puffer coats and snow gloves but NOT here!! All you need is a cardigan and you’re ready to go.

This winter, I’m totally obsessed with thick, chunky grandpa sweaters like this Madewell Northern Lights Cardigan pictured above. Not only does it look really comfy, but it will definitely keep you warm in our mid-60s weather. Paired with a tee, skinny jeans, and a pair of boots, this cardigan will fit perfectly in any winter wardrobe. If you’re really feeling the recession and can’t afford to buy a new chunky sweater, maybe take a looksie around your grandpa’s closet and you’ll find something totally perfect for this winter?? You just know he has one. Here’s hoping…

[Image via Madewell]

 

An Open Letter to Black Friday

November 27, 2009

Filed Under : MY LIFE

Dear Black Friday,

I apologize for not waking up at 3 AM to join in on your tradition of absolute madness. Yes, I know I’ve been an avid Black Friday shopper in the past but this year, I just wasn’t feeling it. I don’t want to buy DVDs for $1.99 or electric mixers for $39.99 with a $39.99 rebate.

This year, I don’t need crap that I will never use. Sorry BF, I’m just being honest with you. Sure, you have some pretty amazing deals but most of the crap on sale, I would never buy under normal circumstances. Like I said, I don’t need a $14 3 megapixel camera or a Snuggie on sale for $5. So stop teasing me with your advertisements and mega-deals. I don’t need them in my life.

So, Black Friday, this is why I did not participate in your ridiculous shenanigans this year.

…Okay maybe I should be a little more honest with you. The truth is I’m leaving you for someone else. Yes, that’s right, I’m leaving you for Cyber Monday. Cyber Monday and I just get along better. With CM, I don’t have to wake up at 3 AM. I don’t have to wait in lines, smell leftover turkey on people’s breaths, make impulse purchases. Because you know, Black Friday, you’re all about the impulse purchases. With Cyber Monday, I can take my time, scroll through the pages, and make sound-minded decisions. So all in all, we’re done.

Thanks for the memories,

Janelle