Monday, March 31, 2008
Would you rock this? - Rihanna
I'm not so much a fan of her singing but she usually looks well put together. I'm not so sure about this look however. She's doing a few things that, in reality, shouldn't work. The bustier is ok but I am not really feeling those pants. They don't seem to fit very well, being so loose at the top and then tapered at the bottom. And the nails...the green nails. I know there are many people who believe Rihanna is a fashion angel who can do no wrong but the whole look is bordering on tacky in my opinion. What do you think?
Still, her confidence is enough to make you think it's the greatest outfit ever made. I gotta admire that.
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Random Thoughts - Fashion through the years
I am fascinated with clothing from decades past, my favourites being the 20s till the 40s. I love the independence and confidence the women had during these times, despite all they had going against them. They defined the clothing they wore, not the other way around.
The only downside to this video is that it's in French, so I really have no idea what they're saying but that doesn't really take away from it. If anyone can speak French, I would appreciate it if you can help me out if they've said anything interesting.
Enjoy!
Keeping it short n' sweet!
I know this look isn't for everyone. I prefer to see other people wearing minis than wearing them myself, but if you can pull this look off, then by all means do so.
Make the most of the weather (and those legs) in these sweet picks below!
Price: US$15.00
http://15dollarstore.com/p/tramp-leaf-print-charmeuse-shift-dress/1516954696
Price:US$49.99
http://www.modcloth.com/store/Womens/Bottoms/Skirts/Swooping+Sparrow+Skirt
Price (sale):US$44.25
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=290711&CategoryID=29853&LinkType=EverGreen
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Celebrity Style for less - Eva Longoria
The least desperate housewife (on the show anyway) was seen in a purple strapless dress and gold heels leaving her new restaurant Beso on March 26. She confidently pairs the two complementary colours together for a fun, youthful look and tops it off with a neutral clutch purse.
If you want to get a look like Eva's without breaking the bank, take a look at these items below.
Price: US$49.50
http://www.gbyguess.com/ProductDetails.aspx?style=R8275800&image=R8275800-DPVL&mr:trackingCode=543CC22E-18FC-DC11-AD5F-000423C27502&mr:referralID=NA
Michael Antonio Dalmore Honey Mustard Women Pump
Price: US$21.99
http://www.shoeocean.com/31435.html
Price: US$45
http://www.quirkyfinds.com/LeatherHandbags.htm
Total: US$116.49
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Earn your (nautical) stripes!
As is the case with any trend, don't go overboard with this style (no pun intended). One striped item of clothing at a time will make you look more chic, less overzealous sailor girl. Knowing what suits you is essential; clothing with stripes, in any direction, may not suit everyone.
Here are a few picks you may be interested in.
Price: £25.00 (US$54.18) http://www.asos.com/countryid/1/Asos/Big-Stripe-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=271847&cid=4166&clr=BlueGreen&sh=0
Nautical Striped Pumps
Price (sale): US$29.00
http://www.pinupgirlclothing.com/nauticalstripedpumps.html
Cotton Striped Sweater Jacket
Price: US$98.00
http://www.bananarepublic.com/browse/product.do?cid=5032&pid=564955&vid=1
Southpole Low Rise Bermuda Striped Shorts
Price (sale): US$34.99
http://www.drjays.com/shop/P360062/southpole/low_rise_bermuda_striped_shorts.html
Bowtie Polka Dot Tote
Price: US$15.80
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=handbags&product%5Fid=1029128597&Page=all
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Ebay Spring Trend - Full Figured
Seen at runways such as Thakoon and Donna Karan, this season's full skirt keeps those gams covered yet still effortlessly sexy and stylish. This 1950s wardrobe staple can either exude ladylike glamour (a la Audrey Hepburn in Sabrina) or fun and playfulness. Here are a few options that can fulfill both those needs.
#1 Colourful Fiesta Stripe vintage 80s full skirt sundress
Item no. 350039893379
http://cgi.ebay.com/COLORFUL-FIESTA-STRIPE-vintage-80s-full-skirt-sun-dress_W0QQitemZ350039893379QQihZ022QQcategoryZ48870QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
FUN FIESTA COLORS vintage late 70s, early 80s sun dress! This great Mexican inspired dress has a flirty, 1950's bombshell look to it. The dress is black, turquoise blue, red and vibrant yellow. It is a soft cotton, the kind that has "meant to be there" wrinkles in it (crinkle cotton).
The bodice has tie shoulder straps that can be adjusted as you like. The V neckline in front has subtle, thin elastic in back for a perfect fit. The bust is fitted with the gathers from the waist.
Measurements:
Bust: 30"-37"
Waist: 20" - 28"
Hips: Free
Condition: Excellent
STARTING BID: US$34.00
AUCTION END:
#2 VTG 80s 50s style Nautical White Hot Full Skirt
Item no. 250228998800
http://cgi.ebay.com/VTG-80s-50s-Style-NAUTICAL-White-Hot-FULL-SKIRT-Dress_W0QQitemZ250228998800QQihZ015QQcategoryZ48870QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Fabulous Fields Choice 50s style full skirt dress with deep V Captain/Safari style bodice with snap pockets and shoulder straps. Dress also snaps all the way down the front and features tucked seaming at the waist for a fitted feminine look. Lightweight flowy cotton poly blend. White and tan belt included. Size 8/Medium.
Measurements:
Chest: 38"
Shoulders: 16.5"
Waist: 27"
Hips: Free
Condition: Fabulous Quality Vintage
STARTING BID: US$9.99
AUCTION END:
#3 Vtg 50s Couture Ball Gown Metallic Gold Full Skirt
Item no. 130208391921
http://cgi.ebay.com/Vtg-50s-COUTURE-Ball-Gown-METALLIC-GOLD-Full-Skirt_W0QQitemZ130208391921QQihZ003QQcategoryZ48868QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Measurements (double):
Bust: 15"
Waist: 13"
Hips: Free
STARTING BID: US$9.99
AUCTION END:
#4 DISTLER Austria Vintage Full Swing Party 50s Skirt
Item no. 200210559339
http://cgi.ebay.com/DISTLER-Austria-Vintage-Full-Swing-Party-50s-Skirt-38-4_W0QQitemZ200210559339QQihZ010QQcategoryZ48892QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Measurements(double):
Waist: 13"
Length: 32"
STARTING BID: US$9.99
AUCTION END:
#5 50s lk Pink/Black full Mexican Western Dress Skirt
Item no. 280211943091
http://cgi.ebay.com/50s-lk-PINK-BLK-full-Mexican-Western-dress-skirt-VLV-L_W0QQitemZ280211943091QQihZ018QQcategoryZ48892QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Measurements:
Waist: 30"
Length: 29.5"
Hips: Free
STARTING BID: US$9.99
AUCTION END:
Monday, March 24, 2008
Share your style!
If you think you have totally fabulous, creative style, just send me a photo of you wearing one of your many cool outfits and I may just feature it right here on my blog!
Email your photo to fatalfashionattraction@hotmail.com along with:
a) Name.
b) Age. (optional)
c) Location.
d) A few words describing your overall style.
e) List of the individual items of clothing you're wearing.
f) Where you got them from.
g) How much they cost.
N.B If you have a blog you can also include the link, provided you link back to Fatal Attraction 2 Fashion somewhere on your blog.
Hope to see what amazing things you come up with!
Sale Alert - Nordstrom.com
Sale Price: US$59.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2955526/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=4
Sale Price: US$71.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2947937/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=5
'Kalani' Stretch Trouser Jeans
Sale Price: US$37.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2935834/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=2
Sweet Pea by Stacy Frati Short Sleeve Kimono Top (Plus)
Sale Price:US$63.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2961656/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=4
Fever Houndstooth Sweater Coat
Sale Price: US$48.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2953055/0~2376788~6002242~6007533~6008662?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008662&P=3
GUESS? 'Pilsner' Satin Pump
Sale Price: US$59.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2946761/0~2376788~6002242~6007715~6008488?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008488&P=2
VANEli 'Ninon' Boot
Sale Price: US$95.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2931428/0~2376788~6002242~6007599~6007612?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6007612&P=1
GUESS? 'Bridonna' Animal Print Wedge
Sale Price: US$54.90
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2980894/0~2376788~6002242~6007715~6008488?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6008488&P=2
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Cool Vintage Find - Draped Drama
Size:9/10
Current Price: US$19.99
BUY-IT-NOW Price: US$39.99
End Time:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-1970s-1980s-Slinky-Prom-Dress-Attached-Cape_W0QQitemZ350037499356QQihZ022QQcategoryZ48870QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Happy Easter!
Just sending out Easter greetings to all readers who celebrate it. I hope you take the time to relax and enjoy your Easter holiday because you deserve it. That's what I'm doing!
P.S Please forgive the generic photo. I'm too invested in relaxing today to find a proper one.
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Cool Vintage Find - Green Leaf Print Dress
Waist: 30"
Hips: 40"
Length: 39.5"
Grade "A"
Price: US$35.00
If you like this dress, don't waste any time! Click here to get it!
Sweet Spring Scarves
You see the signs of spring all around. A blossoming flower in a garden, a bird chirping in the tree, and now you can get it around your neck. Lulu's Fashion Lounge has some of the prettiest cotton scarves in stock. Bold patterns in gorgeous colours will surely brighten up any outfit and lift any sour mood and with prices of US$13 and US$16, you can't help but smile.
Price: US$13.00
http://www.lulus.com/products/Circle+Circle+Dot+Dot+Scarf+in+Blue/8150.html
Dandelion Scarf in Blue
US$13.00
http://www.lulus.com/products/Dandelion+Scarf+in+Blue/8163.html
Off the Coast Scarf in Fuschia
US$16.00
http://www.lulus.com/products/Off+The+Coast+Scarf+in+Fuchsia/8157.html
Click here to see more of these lovely scarves.
Would you rock this? - Angie Harmon
Angie Harmon in Prada at the Los Angeles screening of "Trembled Blossoms" in Beverly Hills on March 19.
Would you rock this look or throw rocks at it (metaphorically of course)?
Friday, March 21, 2008
What I want right now - Owl Pendant
With their huge round eyes and upside-down pineapple-shaped bodies, I think they're just the cutest things you can wear around your neck. My favourite is the articulated kind (like the one below), because really, if you're going to wear an animal around your neck, why not let it move around a bit?
Is there anything that you want right now?
Vintage Silver Big Owl Pendant Long Fashion Necklace
Price: US$10.00
http://www.jewelryshehas.com/_e/Owl_Jewelry/product/J121218NFD001/Vintage_Silver_Big_Owl_Pendant_Long_Fashion_Necklace.htm
Sale Alert - www.delias.com
Some of the styles available are...
Price:US$39.50
http://store.delias.com/item.do?categoryID=1592&itemID=47811&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter=
Morgan Low-Rise Skinny
Price: US$39.50 - $44.50 (depending on colour)
http://store.delias.com/item.do?categoryID=1592&itemID=47806&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter=
Morgan Skinny Crop
Price: US$34.50
http://store.delias.com/item.do?categoryID=1592&itemID=49031&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter=
Riley Low-Rise Stretch Boyfriend
Price: US$39.50
http://store.delias.com/item.do?categoryID=1546&itemID=49051&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter=
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Random Thoughts - Celebrity Fashion Lines
I keep asking myself however, what makes them qualified to design clothing? How much of the design process are they really involved in? The style that they are praised for; is their personal style or is it simply the work of a talented stylist?
There are the select few that seem to be serious about what they are doing such as Gwen Stefani and more recently, Nicky Hilton. However, in my opinion, most seem to want to do it simply because they can. There are many truly talented fashion designers in the world that unfortunately will never get the chance to experience it because they do not have the money and connections to do so. These are the people who live and breathe fashion every day and who should be the ones gracing the runways with their awe inspiring designs.
The more of these celeb lines that come out, the less the fashion industry will be taken seriously. Fashion will no longer be viewed as an art but simply as another means for the already rich and famous to get more rich and famous. I, for one, would not like to see this happen to one of the most expressive art forms in history.
You've read my thoughts on this matter. Do you agree/disagree?
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Fatal Attraction 2 - Statement Jewelry
I recently purchased this pair of white and gold flower earrings from a garage sale for $2.
I asked my mother, who would remember the 80s vividly, what she thought and she said "they are a bit old fashioned." Maybe they are, but I think they're lovely. Or maybe I was blinded by the beauty of a total bargain. In any case, that's the nature of fashion; many things that seem to be dead and gone make a trendy appearance a few decades later.
You can wear the absolute simplest outfit and pair it with a cocktail ring or a big, sexy earrings and it makes everything a whole lot more interesting. Trust me, statement jewelry can be one of the best conversation starters. With anyone who is willing to listen of course.
http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&navAction=jump&id=14343552&search=true&isProduct=true&color=07
#2: Jewel Earrings - US$3.99
http://store.alloy.com/item.do?categoryID=557&itemID=48192&sizeFilter=&colorFilter=&brandFilter=
#3: Antic Teardrop Earrings - US$3.80
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=casual+tops&product%5Fid=1049391530&showBACK=OK
http://www.asos.com/countryid/2/Kate-Moss/Asos/Large-Faceted-Stone-Ring/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=226240&cid=4175&clr=Jade&Rf-100=Rings&sh=0
#2: Zad Matte Tree Ring in Silver - US$8.00
http://www.lulus.com/products/Zad+Matte+Tree+Ring+in+Silver/7434.html
#3: Flower Ring - US$4.80
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=casual+tops&product%5Fid=1038336488&showBACK=OK#
#1: Short Wood Detail Necklace - £10.00 (US$$21.67)
http://www.asos.com/countryid/2/Asos/Short-Wood-Detail-Necklace/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=254252&clr=Brown&SearchQuery=wood&sh=0
#2: Metal and Epoxy Necklace - US$9.00
http://www.wetseal.com/catalog/product.jsp?categoryId=177&subCategoryId=200&productId=9328
#3: Lucite Petals Necklace - US$4.80
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=necklaces&product%5Fid=1045608992&Page=all
#1: 3 Piece Bone Bangles - US$9.00
http://www.wetseal.com/catalog/product.jsp?categoryId=177&subCategoryId=202&productId=8708
#2: Green with Envy Bangle - US$10.00
http://www.lulus.com/products/Green+With+Envy+Bangle/8120.html
#3: Rounded Wood Cuff Bracelet - US$5.00
http://boutique.bijouxluck.com/product.php?productid=1475&cat=0&page=1
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- Would you rock this? - Rihanna
- Random Thoughts - Fashion through the years
- Keeping it short n' sweet!
- Celebrity Style for less - Eva Longoria
- Earn your (nautical) stripes!
- Ebay Spring Trend - Full Figured
- Share your style!
- Sale Alert - Nordstrom.com
- Cool Vintage Find - Draped Drama
- Happy Easter!
- Cool Vintage Find - Green Leaf Print Dress
- Sweet Spring Scarves
- Would you rock this? - Angie Harmon
- What I want right now - Owl Pendant
- Sale Alert - www.delias.com
- Random Thoughts - Celebrity Fashion Lines
- Fatal Attraction 2 - Statement Jewelry
- Bagalicious!
- Ebay Spring Trend - Ebony and Ivory
- Celebrity Style for less - Leighton Meester
- Shoe in Bloom
- Sale Alert - Edressme.com
- Indie Designer Spotlight - 32lives
- Fatal Attraction 2 - One Shouldered Dresses
- FabSugar.com Balenciaga Bag Giveaway
- Exposed!
- Ebay Spring Trend - Gathered together
- Celebrity Style for less - Kate Beckinsale
- Ebay Spring Trend - "In the jungle, the mighty jun...
- Ebay Spring Trend - Artsy Fartsy
- You only paid what??
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