EVENTS: Saks Fifth Avenue @ Boca Raton

The Chanel National Make Up Event will take place at Saks Fifth Avenue in Boca Raton on February 25 and 26. For more information, or to book your appointment with a certified Chanel make-up artist call 561.620.1397.

The La Mer National Make Up Event will take place February 26 at Sak's Fifth Avenue in Boca Raton. For more information, or to get your make-up done by a La Mer artist, call 561.620.1397.

Wouldn't it be great to be "Forever 21"

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So, I don't know if I've mentioned this before in my blog, but I AM a college student. And while I LOVE shopping as Saks, Bloomies, Neimans, etc., a college budget doesn't allow for that every shopping trip. Instead of not going shopping at all('cause how depressing would that be), I've turned to Forever 21 for my shopping fixes. I wasn't ALWAYS a fan of Forever, but recently, I've found some pretty cute outfits and some amazing deals. No matter what style you prefer(trendy, hippie, casual...), I'm betting you can find something at Forever with prices you can't beat anywhere. Tops, dresses, shoes, pants, accessories, you name it, they carry it. 

Forever 21 just came out with their 2009 Spring Swim Collection, starting at $12.80. On their website, they feature Daily Specials which, obviously, change every day.

Find any of the above styles on their website, with a whole bunch more. If you like them, each outfit is broken down and you can purchase all of the items to get the look yourself. 

Check out more and find a store near you at: www.forever21.com

Lacoste Short Sleeve Classic Polo-SALE

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Everyone loves sporting polos, especially name brand ones like Lacoste. Whether they are going to work or out for a nice dinner, the polo seems to fit every situation. Well, Lacoste Short Sleeve polos are my favorite, especially the 5 button ones. AND they are on sale. It's like buying them on Canal Street. 

One shirt, which is regularly priced at $79.50 is on sale for $38.99. It's almost as close as a BOGO. 

Mens, childrens, and accessories are also online at their website. A men's Classic Pique Short Sleeve Polo which is regularly priced at $79.50 is on sale for $58.99. A great gift for the hardworking man in your life...and he doesn't have to know you got a great deal. 

Baseball caps, socks, scarfs, gloves...you name it, it is on sale NOW. Not sure how long the sale will last though, better hurry up and stack up. 

Gladiator Sandals

Who thought Gladiator Sandals would still be in style months after they came out? Seriously, mid-summer 2008 the Gladiator Sandal debuted. We are in late-February 2009 and designers are still coming out with styles for Spring Fashion 2009.

 

Trendy and comfortable, fashionistas all around the world can be caught wearing Gladiator Sandals, especially with Spring around the corner. Sak's Fifth Avenue just came out with Rush Report: Ground Breaking Shoe Trends Spring 09...featuring the "updated" Gladiator Style. Designers from Chloe and Tory Burch to Bottega Veneta and Dior have all added their personal style to the traditional gladiator design. 

Giuseppe Zanotti, one of my FAVORITE shoe designers, designed the shoe(shown right). These "roman style" sandals are made in Italy with genuine leather and cost $750. 

David Yurman Jewelry

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With Valentine's Day just a few weeks away, I've been doing some research on some jewelry I would like. I've never been into "name brand" jewelry, until I got my first David Yurman bracelet a few years ago. Instantly I was hooked. Since then, I have collected a few statement pieces.

Recently, Yurman came out with a new Dog Tag necklace for men and woman. At the David Yurman Store in Bal Harbor Shops, on Saturday January 31, they are doing free engraving on these new necklaces. This pavé diamond dog tag with sterling silver logo and "925" inlay. The sterling silver necklace is held in a cable trim design. The diamond measure up to 1.15 total carat weight. This "dog tag" retails for $2,050.

Cold Weather Wear Pt. 2- UGGs

UGG's are another token item for the winter. Tall, short, even slipper styles have taken over the market for boots. Known for their sheepskin insides, UGGs are ultra comfortable and extremely fashionable. Recently, they just came out with metallic silver and gold UGGs and I HAD to have them. I purchased the gold ones that go with most of my clothes, but the silver were spectacular as well.

For the Spring, UGGs are featuring a Classic Crochet Boot(Shown to the left) in a variety of colors. These boots are so universial that you can wear them in the spring and they prevent your feet from sweating. "Sheepskin is naturally thermostatic thus keeping bare feet close to your natural body temperature regardless of the temperature outside," according to the UGG official website. I just might have to purchase a new pair and try that out. These new boots are selling for $140.
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Cold Weather Wear Pt. 1-Juicy Couture

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So living in South Flordia, I never thought there'd be a day when I'd actually need to bundle up. Clearly, I was wrong. This past month, we have had our fair share of "cold" weather. While people from the North would think we are crazy, it never fails that at 69 degrees and below South Floridans dress head to toe in Winter Wonderland clothes.

My favorite Winter outfit is a fabulous Juicy Couture Velour Tracksuit and a pair of UGGs. This season Juicy has come out with a variety of bright fun colors. From hot pink to ocean blue, the options are endless. Some come dazzled with writing and others are just plain jane. I prefer the ones with pants pockets and nothing written on them. A Juicy Couture Velour Tracksuit costs about $186, depending on what style you get. On the website now, you can find the token Black Suit on sale for $149 dollars. And, during the season end sales, the suits are usually discounted 30-40%.