Sometimes you turn the pages of your favorite fashion magazine and there it is – the same old chic. Luckily, Ashish turned this brilliant catchphrase into an even more brilliant top. Made of 100% silk, this stylish short-sleeved top features black sequins emblazoned across the front, in the form of text which reads ‘Same Old Chic’. A zip fastening goes down the back. It hits just at the hips so your can wear and pair with leggings or a miniskirt. Or however you like. We just love fashion that tells it like it is. £405, Brown’s Fashion Share and Enjoy ...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Friday 1/29/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Mens Neckware, Rudsak, NYLA Shoes, Pink Tartan, Rich & Skinny Billion Dollar Babes: Cocobelle, KASIL Jeans and Women’s Designer Fragrances DD Push is an exclusive online...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Thursday 1/28/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Dereon, Jayn Simpson, Sari by Ocean, Pure & Simple, Meira T, Pretty Ballerinas Billion Dollar Babes: Kalorik, Porridge Home, Orly Beauty, Pangea Organics DD Push is an exclusive...  Read More..

Is there really a need for couture candy? Mel B. hopes so. The Spice Girls singer recently launched her signature series of couture lollipops – Sugar Factory. Kim Kardashian and The Pussycat Dolls are fans. The Couture Lollipop combines a variety of flavored pops with crystal-covered custom handles in tons of color combos. Are they cute? Yes. Couture? That’s yet to be determined. But they do make great gifts. Snap a few up for Valentine’s Day! To order, call: 1-888-LOLYPOP (1-888-565-9767), Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm PST or shop online at sugarfactory.com. Photo: Lacroix/Wireimage ...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Wednesday 1/27/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Whitney Eve, Hype, Toywatch, Antique Rivet, Ginch Gonch Billion Dollar Babes: Kalorik, Porridge Home, Orly Beauty, Pangea Organics DD Push is an exclusive online sample sale site....  Read More..

A Few Goody Gumdrops is giving away a luscious Lavender Bodycare Set from L’Occitane. Enter to win! Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy asks: can you tell they’re fake? With a pair of Revlon False Lashes Couture In The City is in love with luxury handbag designer Nyla Noor Fashion Cents gives you 7 tips for creating a new style in this new year. Fashion Hippo found quality jewelry at inexpensive prices. Make a spring statement. Handbag du Jour’s haute bag of the week is the Danielle Nicole Sarah Clutch. Ladybrillemag.com says BabesAboutTown.com is THE place for Hip Mom & Dads! Princess...  Read More..

In a sea of knee-high riding boots, over-the-knee boots, and tall Wellies, the ankle boot seems to have gotten lost in the shuffle. Thankfully, Be & D came to the rescue with a darling mini riding boot that’s quite the stud. The BE & D Memphis Stud Harness Boots combine the equestrian-inspired riding boot in a petite size with the brilliance of Be & D‘s design. The brand that became famous for their super-studded Garbo bags has reached into its stud stash to drizzle a little onto their boots. These pull-on boots are made of chocolate (and black) pebbled leather, have a...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Tuesday 1/26/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Radiance Pearl, Chaiken, Gucci, Jenny Bird, CAT Billion Dollar Babes DD Push is an exclusive online sample sale site. In order to join, please email me at editor (at) whatshaute (dot)...  Read More..

I recently had the chance to get up close and personal with Nine West, to take a first look at the Spring 2010 shoes and accessories collection and chat with Creative Director, Fred Allard. I’ve been a huge fan of Nine West for as long as I can remember – the on-trend yet classic designs, the fabulous fit, and the affordable prices. There are some Nine West shoes in my closet which I’ve had for almost 15 years now and they’re still looking and feeling pretty good! Nine West creates shoes that are truly long-lasting, in terms of both the construction and durability and the...  Read More..

You may have tried to embrace the fringe trend but found it to look a little more frumpy than fashionable. Fringe bags can easily go the way of forest creature. But among the losers, there’s a winner on the fringe. Danielle Nicole designs fashionable, supple leather bags and her newest one is fashionably fringe-y. The ‘Saloon‘ is a sleek hobo from her lower-priced line, Elle Nicole. The bag features a soft leather body with fringe exterior, hanging from the strap to the bottom. Pulled taut, rather than hanging loose, this fringe stays in line while still giving the bag that oh-so-boho...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Monday 1/25/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Chinese Laundry, Domino Jeans, Industry, Erica Anenberg, Doucette Duvall Billion Dollar Babes: Blake Standard, Baby Star, Paige Lauren Baby DD Push is an exclusive online sample sale...  Read More..

On your wedding day, doesn’t the perfect gown deserve the perfect shoe? Unfortunately, most bridal shoes are dyeable versions that make your day less wedding, more prom. Luckily, designers Badgley Mischka realized the lack of bridal shoe options and came up with some beautiful selections to blissfully grace my soon-to-be-betrothed feet. I can’t stop eyeing the Badgley Mischka Women’s Randee T-Strap Sandal – in multiple colors so it CAN be worn again. The pink is lovely and the gold satin is divine, but the ivory is a perfect match for my two (yes two!) wedding gowns. Made...  Read More..

Have you been keeping up with your New Year’s resolutions? We all tend to make the commitments to lose weight, exercise more, and drop the bad habits. For 2010, how about a resolution to feel more beautiful, to toss your worn-out sensible undergarments and go all-out sexy? Affinitas Intimates makes affordable, gorgeous lingerie that is well-made, sexy and most of all, comfortable. I had the privilege of trying out the Natalie bra and panty set, and I must say, it really boosted my confidence knowing that even though I was in my everyday attire, I had this really sexy lingerie on underneath....  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Wednesday 1/20/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: J Brand, Issue, Roberto Cavalli sunglasses, Curtis & Co., Wink Billion Dollar Babes: Dear Creatures, Institute Liberal, Laura Elizabeth DD Push is an exclusive online sample...  Read More..

Source: A Few Goody Gumdrops The Fashionable Housewife dishes on the Miche Handbag that is growing in popularity. It’s the interchangeable purse with changeable shells to suit your every mood! A Few Goody Gumdrops is giving away a fabulous must-have beige patterned skin clutch from Aspinal of London. Enter to Win! Bags, Bling & Beauty features not one, not two, but THREE Tory Burch Bags. Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy cannot get enough of cross-body bags for Spring! Fashion Cents encourages you to throw some social consciousness in your bag — eco friendly AND fashionable handbag...  Read More..

Remember the temporary tattoos of childhood – the ones you rubbed onto your skin with water? Who would have thought that they’d one day be available from a couture fashion house? Chanel is revisiting the youthful skin art, but in a high fashion way. As seen on the Paris runway from its Spring/Summer 2010 show, Chanel is soon launching its collection of 25 exclusive temporary tattoos of its iconic codes and symbols (like the double ‘C’ logo, of course). The tatts are based on the limited-edition designs of global creative director, Peter Philips. Called Les Trompe L’Oeil...  Read More..

You love exotics but can’t stomach the thought of animal suffering, or maybe you just don’t want PETA knocking at your door. Well here’s an option – the tuleste market Croc Bangle Set. This set of three square-shaped, gold-plated bangles feature a ‘croc-embossed’ design. Wear these tuleste market bangles stacked with a blazer, t-shirt and skinnies or throw one on for the perfect complement to a little black dress. The set comes with one 1/4″ wide bangle and two 7/16″ wide bangles with a 2.75″ diameter. The best way to wear exotics. Without...  Read More..

Shop online sample sales for Tuesday 1/19/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping! Beyond the Rack: Jessica Simpson, Ted Baker London, Mystique, Guido & Mary, Michael Kors Billion Dollar Babes: Chanel vintage handbags, Elini, Viv & Ingrid DD Push is an exclusive online sample...  Read More..