It's COLD in the Pacific Northwest and it's wine tasting weekend. Small private wineries open their doors to the public twice a year: Memorial Day and Thanksgiving. It's wonderful fun. But what to wear? (Casual, chic and hopefully warm.)
The most often used item in my handbag is my iPhone.A few Christmases agom my favorite gift was a Coach iPhone/iPod case. (See below) While developing an upcoming blog post about how to package purse contents so they can be easily moved between handbags, I researched designer iPhone cases.
Yesterday I reviewed two wardrobe management iPhone/iPod apps:Stylish Girl and Closet.
Today, I'll share my experience with Touch Closet and My Stylist.
First, let me say that I have designed a few iPhone/iPod apps, so I have some knowledge of their capability (although my role was designing the apps' concepts and graphics - I used a programmer to create the actual apps).
MY STYLE
Often I wake up too early worrying about what to wear "today". I should choose the next day's clothes the previous night but I always forget to.
A few years ago I wanted to create my own wardrobe organizing computer program but I don't know how to code software. Back then I organized my clothes on MS Excel. Yes, yes, I can get a little anal about organizing.
I looked into iPhone/iPod wardrobe organizers so I can virtually create outfits. With all that said, I've tested four apps for YOU. Today I review two of them: Stylish Girl and Closet. All four apps make wardrobe organizing a "game".
I like the idea of creating many outfits easily by mixing and matching all my pieces without having to try them on. Also, the apps make me more daring with my combos.
If you decide to buy a wardrobe organizing app you'll need to photograph your attire and upload the photos to your iPhone. By downloading photos of new wardrobe pieces before you buy them you can virtually try them with existing outfits.
My mission: Find a straw tote that costs less than $60. My challenge:Find a straw tote, for under $60 that doesn't dwarf someone who is 5'1" tall. Here are some of my finds. I haven't chosen one, yet; these may be too large for a shorty.
- J. Crew Seaside tote $45.00 (12"H x 19 3/4"W x 9"D)
- Newport News Straw tote $24 (23 x 13 x 9")
- Endless Murval Barbados Cornhusk Basket Tote – $59 (14.5" H x 23.5" W x 7" D)
- DSW Poppie Jones Straw Shopper $39.95 (17" x 5" x 12")
I was completely surprised today. When I visited What I Wore to see her photo collection of fashion bloggers wearing Breton Strips, I found a number of bloggers who I hadn't known about including The Good Life for Less . I loved her outfit (follow link to see) and was inspired. I'm a redhead who looks great in golden yellow so I couldn't resist her yellow-gold short trench from Land's End.
I ran down to Sears and ordered one. (Free shipping if you order it at the store.) I was shocked at the vast number of cute and stylish clothes at Land's End. I left with a new purse and three tops. Their stuff used to look and fit like old-lady wear but they've completely redone their sizing and styling. If you like the crisp natuical/casual look, check them out.
I'm still too shy to post one of my outfits. Perhaps Monday.
Instead I've found the perfect bootie for you to wear to Mom's for her special day on Sunday. Or better yet, give her a pair. Really, it is listed on endless.com. I giggled when I happened onto it
It will only cost you $47.95 to get these Funtasma booties. If you want to be really creative, you can get them in green or black. Or get two pair and wear one black and one red.
Because it's a casual day at work today, I wored blue and white striped denim pants/jeans and thought of pairing them with Cole Haan slip-on sneaker-loafers (They're more attractive in person and good lighting). They looked great but felt awful; I just don't like bare feet in sneakers.
So instead I opted for red sandals. But, when I arrived at the office I found the package of Merona Shoe Liners from Target I'd purchased to review. They're the perfect solution for this situation; they serve as an invisible lining between your foot and your shoe. I've worn them for a full day and thrown them in the washing machine -- they came out looking brand new. The package contains two sets and runs $7. (I couldn't find them on their website but are in the stocking department in Target stores.
The new Urban Outfitters catalog was released today, May 4, and contained three stand-along collars. They're reminiscent of some historical pieces from the 1800's and 1900's that I've worn, but I’m wondering how to use them with today's styles. UA provided a few styling suggestion, but there are many possibilities. I'm looking forward to seeing how others style them.
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| Urban Outfitters Lace Collar $24: | Urban Outfitters Beaded Lace Collar over no-collar shirt. |
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| Urban Outfitters Pearl Collar $34. | Urban Outfitters Collar with t-shirt. |
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| Urban Outfitters Beaded Collar $38. | Urban Outfitters Beaded collar on vintage-type white blouse. |
If you haven't smelled a Votivo Aromatic Candle, you are missing a delightful aromatic experience. I have tested Lavender Fields and Vanilla and have loved them both. The candles last for ages - 50 hours and their appealing scents add to a room even when they are not lit. They come elegantly wrapped in tissue within a cool box (we use the empty boxes for gift wrapping).
After the candle has burned all the way down, I freeze the glass cup, remove the extra wax, clean it in the dishwasher and use it for a highball glass.
Consider getting three: one for the bedroom to create a romantic ambiance; one in the kitchen to freshen up the air after your cooking adventures; and one to give as a hostess gift.
This is what a secretaries wore to work in the early 1900's. The blouse is made of taffeta with a cotton collar and a silk attached tie. The skirt is cotton. It was surprisingly comfortable.
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