Posts Tagged ‘Nordstrom

14
May
08

Ombre & Patent Leather – Two Trends that go well together

I’ve noticed for awhile that Ombre has become a trend this year. I really like this trend. I think I really became aware of it and how much I liked it when I saw Gwen Stefani’s wedding dress by John Galliano for Dior back in 2002.

Before I left for vacation I bookmarked several Ombre items I found that I liked but I’ll post some of those another time. This post is about some items I recently found that incorporate the Ombre trend with another popular trend I like Patent Leather.

Bloomingdales

Bloomingdales showed an Ombre and Patent Leather bag by Maxx in their recent catalog.

Maxx New York Women’s Degradé Ombre Large Tote Bag – $198
Comes in Purple as well.

Also at Bloomingdale’s was this bag by L.A.M.B (seems Gwen likes the Ombre trend in things other than Wedding Dresses)

L.A.M.B. Manchester Ombre Patent Leather Tote – $495

The above bags can be yours with a 20% discount by using the code FLOWER now thru May 21st at Bloomingdales.com.

But Bloomingdales is not the only place offering items combining these two trends. Some of my other favorite shopping sites have some cool Patent and Ombre items. Enjoy!

Nordstrom

Elliott Lucca Ombré Patent Leather Tote – $298
Comes in black as well.

BCBGirls ‘Edith’ Pump – $97.95
Comes in Dove & Black as well



Stuart Weitzman ‘Degdais’ Pump – was: $255 Now: $169.90

Comes in Coal as well

Zappos

RSVP Dinda Ombre Patent Leather Peep Toe Pumps – $65.00
Comes in Blue, Ivory & Pink as well.

Lodis Romano Ombre Primadonna Wallet – $176
Comes in Azure & Fuschia as well. There is also a smaller wallet with Gusset that come in the same colors for $129.

Target


Mossimo Deann Ombre Patent Flats – $19.99
Comes in Purple and Gray as well.

Mossimo® Darby Ombre Peep-Toe Pumps – $24.99
Comes in Purple and Gray as well.

Topshop

Patent Ombre T Bar Shoe – Was 55.00 Now: 35.00 pounds
Comes in Gray as well.

Update: For Fall 08 Ombre is combined with Purple for a unique twist on the trend. Read about it here: Purple & Ombre – Two more trends that go well together

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20
Feb
08

Patent Leather is the rage for Spring 08…Here are some bags & Boots I like

BIG BAGS

Sigrid Olsen Nora Large Patent Leather Shopper at SmartBargains.com Was – $220 Now – $99.99

A big and simple shape can have a spellbinding effect if it’s rendered in high-gloss patent leather. Let this shiny shopper from Sigrid Olsen create magic for your look, while providing ample room for all your essentials. Features

  • ”Nora” large patent leather shopper with brushed gold-tone hardware from Sigrid Olsen
  • Genuine patent leather
  • Holds your wallet, sunglasses, keys, make-up case, small planner, and other everyday essentials
  • Measures 13.5” wide x 14” tall x 4” deep
  • Strap measures 15”
  • Drop is 6”
  • Strap is connected to another leather strap with metal buckles
  • Open top with magnetic closure
  • Heavy topstitching on lower sides and over raised panels at bottom corners
  • Interior back wall zipper pocket
  • Two interior front wall open-top accessory pockets with two pen holders and key hook
  • Cotton canvas lining
  • Patent Leather Slouch Bag – Bags – Leather – Accessories – Topshop Price – £45.00

    * Patent leather slouch bag with a shoulder strap. Dimensions h38cm,w 39c. 100% Leather. Should not be washed.


    MEDIUM SIZE

    Amazon.com: MAXX NEW YORK Sonata Satchel: Apparel Was – $135 Now – $99.00

    MAXX NEW YORK ‘Sonata’ Faux Patent Satchel
    Chic, high-gloss satchel has built-in handles for comfortable carrying. Cinched belting at the sides completes the look. * Fit: Large: Holds at least a magazine, wallet and water bottle
    * Dimensions: 16″W x 10″H x 6″D
    * Tab with magnetic snap closure.
    * Exterior slip pocket with magnetic closure.
    * Center zip compartment.
    * Interior zip, cell phone and MP3 player pockets.
    * Polyester lining.
    * PVC faux patent leather.
    * By MAXX NEW YORK; imported.

    Sigrid Olsen Nora Medium Patent Leather Hobo at SmartBargains.com Was – $188 Now – $79.99

    The glassy shine of patent leather is amplified in soft folds, creating a fashion-forward design you’ll love showing off. Sigrid Olsen’s bold hobo fits neatly over the shoulder, and holds all you need for the day.Features

  • “Nora” medium to large patent leather hobo with gold-tone hardware from Sigrid Olsen
  • Genuine leather
  • Holds your wallet, sunglasses, keys, cell phone, make-up case, and other everyday items
  • Measures 16″ wide x 13″ tall x 5″ deep
  • Handles measure 15″
  • Drop is 8.5″
  • Rolled leather handles
  • Open top with three interior compartments; two with magnetic closures, one with zipper closure
  • Pleating in leather along upper front and back
  • Interior front and back wall compartments have inner magnetic closure
  • Interior middle zippered compartment has two accessory pockets, two pen holders, and a welt pocket with zipper closure
  • Floral printed cotton lining

  • SMALLER/CLUTCH/WRISTLET

    Patent Oversized Clutch – Bags – Leather – Accessories – Topshop Price – £35.00

    * Patent leather oversized clutch with crossbody strap. H7.5″ W12″ 100% Leather. Should not be washed.

    Goldenbleu – Mercedes Snap Clutch – eLUXURY Was – $350.00 Now – $265.00

    Goldenbleu
    Mercedes Snap Clutch * Crinkled patent leather
    * Polished gold metal hardware
    * Tiny pintucked gathers along top seam
    * Metal frame top with kiss-lock closure
    * Sumptuous suede lining
    * Interior patent-trimmed zip pocket, cell phone pocket, patch pocket, and pen slot
    * Dangling key clasp inside
    * 13″x 8″x 2.5″

    Hobo International Double Frame Patent Clutch – Patent Accessories – Nordstrom Price: $98.00

    Hobo International Double Frame Patent Clutch Crinkled patent leather creates a two-sided design, perfectly proportioned for traveling light. On the inside, one side has a zipper pocket and the other has two slip pockets and six credit card slots. * Snap closure on both sides; single magnetic closure in the middle. * Center interior ID window; three credit card slots; zip pocket. * Black-and-white checked lining. * Leather. * By Hobo International; imported. item # price: 113884 $98.00 Fit: Clutch: Holds at least a cell phone, small wallet and lipstick. Dimensions: 8 1/4″W x 4 1/2″H x 1 1/4″D.

    Patent Clutch Bag – Sale Accessories – All Sale – Womens – Armani Exchange Was $98.00 Now $49.99

    Patent Clutch Bag A|X logo clasp shiny finish adds polish 100% patent leather Style: E5BA395 Sizes: one size

    I really liked this bag just as a wristlet to carry around at night. They sold out on Amazon but still have some at Overstock

    Overstock.com: Michael Kors Jet Set Wristlet: Apparel Was – $78.00 Now – $69.99

    Color: Safety Orange
    Taxi Yellow
    Safety Orange

    Then there is the satchel version of the above bag:

    Amazon.com: Michael Kors Jet Set Satchel Was – $198 Now – $99.99

    • “Jet Set” small patent leather box satchel with gold hardware from Michael Kors. Genuine patent leather.
    • Holds cell phone, small wallet and a couple of essential make-up pieces. Measures 8″ wide x 5″ tall x 4″ deep.
    • Handles measure 19″. Drop is 7.5″.
    • Interlocking gold chains attach to leather handle. Top zipper entry with gold O-ring pull.
    • “Michael Kors” engraved in gold metal ring surrounding chain straps. Interior back wall slit pocket with leather trim.

    And after much consideration I ordered this one from Nordstrom:

    MAXX NEW YORK ‘Fenway’ Patent Bowler – Patent Accessories – Nordstrom Price – $148
    MAXX NEW YORK ‘Fenway’ Patent Bowler Slim, buckled straps detail a glossy bowler with a fun zebra-print lining.
    * Top zip closure.
    * Silvertone hardware.
    * Exterior front and side magnetic-flap pockets.
    * Two interior zip pockets, cell phone and wall pockets; key hook.
    * Protective feet.
    * Polyester lining.
    * PVC.
    * By MAXX NEW YORK; imported.
    * Item # 212511
    * Fit: Dimensions: 17″W x 10″H x 6″D.
    * Hand-held strap. Strap drop: 5″.

    I ADORE IT!! And can’t wait to wear it with my short green trench coat. And I’m considering these gloves to go with my boots:


    Saks Fifth Avenue – Patent Leather Gloves – Saks.com Price – $198
    * Eight-button gloves of rich nappa leather paired with shiny patent stretch to the elbow.
    * Silk lining
    * Made in Italy

    And what boots am I talking about that will go with these wonderful gloves you may ask? These:

    Kate Spade “Aziza” Patent Boot Was – $545 Now – Sold out except for size 6.5 $379.99

    I got them on sale for $284.99

    Dress up your flat boot with a little shine. Patent leather upper with rubber sole. Full inside zip. Signature Kate Spade goldtone hardware on zipper pull.

    • Catalog Item Number: 80801
    • Black patent (08)
    • Full and half sizes 6-10M
    • Imported from Italy
    I ADORE THEM!! If you really like these boots but are sorry you missed out on them, here are some similar boots I found:



    Endless.com: Aquatalia Women’s Wasabi2 Boot: Knee-High Was – $234.95 Now – $164.47

    The sleek Wasabi2 boot from Aquatalia is a knee-length stunner. The smoothly textured patent leather upper gives it a stylish mod look that’ll be great paired with this season’s retro-sixties silhouettes. You’ll be covered in the comfort and innovative design departments, too: The full-length zipper entry, elastic gore, soft, silky lining, and thickly padded shaft and insole really deliver.

    • Patent leather upper
    • Manmade sole
    • Heel measures approximately 1 1/4 inches
    • Platform measures approximately 1/2 inches
    • Weatherproofed
    • Made in Italy
    • Item # B000RCIOE

    Endless.com: oh…DEER! Women’s Ice Princess Flat Boot: Boots Was – $225.95 Now – $124.27

    You just can’t get too much patent leather into your life these days. The Ice Princess flat boot from oh…DEER! is one glossy accessory you’ll need to include. Its punchy, of-the-moment detailing–like its superlow heel and fully zippered back–will give you a fashionable boost, and the feeling of the soft, faux-fur lining against your calves, we promise, will be worth the price of admission.

    • Patent leather upper
    • Rubber sole
    • Shaft height measures approximately 17 1/2 inches from arch
    • Boot opening measures approximately 14 inches around
    • Heel measures approximately 3/4 inches
    • Platform measures approximately 1/2 inches
    • Made in China
    • Item # B000Q8SKGC

    Endless.com: FRYE Women’s Annie Double Zip Flat Boot: Boots Price $387.95

    Leave it to Frye to dream up a knee-high black leather boot with classic sleek styling made special by the two zippers that run up both sides of the shaft. As you can also expect from Frye, the boot rests on a flat heel and ends in a squared-off toe that will make your feet happy, even as it complements your trendy wide-leg pants or short-short skirt.

    • Leather upper
    • Leather sole
    • Shaft height measures approximately 16 inches from arch
    • Boot opening measures approximately 13 3/4 inches around
    • Heel measures approximately 1/2 inches
    • Foam midsole for added comfort
    • Made in Brazil
    • Item # B000V41JBO

    Delman “Kimana” Tall Patent Leather Boot – Shoes & Handbags – Bloomingdales.com Was – $495 Now – $329.99

    Pull-on style. Patent leather upper, leather sole.pull-on tabs on inside of boot.

    • Catalog Item Number: 81916
    • Please note, not all colors may be available
    • Black patent (08)
    • Slight 1/2″ wedge
    • Full and half sizes 6-10, 11M
    • Imported

    20
    Sep
    07

    Not thinking Swimwear season? You should cause it is sale time!

    I know Fall is upon us and everyone is thinking sweaters and boots but you should be thinking swimwear! Why? Because you can get amazing deals now. Not only for summer next year but also in case someone decides to whisk you away for a winter getaway to the sun & sand.

    I try to do it every season especially since my Dad moved to Florida so Holidays are spent by the pool ;). But unlike a few years ago I don’t look good in bikinis so I’ve been opting for tankinis which can hide a multitude of figure flaws (which maybe in my head but that is a whole nother blog…LOL).

    So this year I decided to look into one pieces but not the frumpy kind your Mother use to wear. I’ve been on a retro kick of late so I was looking more for bathing suits your Grandmother might have worn in the 50s or 40s. I found a few I liked:

    Nordstrom.com:

    Juicy Couture Beach Halter One Piece
    Was $155.00
    Now: 92.90

    Bloomingdales.com

    Juicy Couture Beach Skirted Maillot
    Was $164.00
    Now $114.80

    Carmen Marc Valvo Draped Tankini
    Now: $99.99



    Carmen Marc Valvo Draped Swimsuit

    Was $150.00
    Now $90.00

    Carmen Marc Valvo Twisted Bandeau
    Was 158.00
    Now 94.80

    I tried them all on and decided on the last one by Carmen Marc Valvo for $94.80. I look HOT if I do say so myself and reminiscent of a 40s/50s pin-up girl which was the look I was going for.




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