Web Snob: The Oprah Store, Winter White, Satine & More!

FASHION

* Coquette is dreaming of cozy winter white.
* Fashion, Evolved thinks YOU would make an excellent model in the new Eco Fashion Show!
* Are you a fashion victim? Quinta Trends invites you to tell your story.
* Second City Style: when to pounce or pass when shopping for vintage.
* StyleBakery shows us chic ways to dress up a pencil skirt for a party.
* The Shoe Goddess takes us inside LA's trendy Satine Boutique.

ACCESSORIES

* Bag Bliss can't get enough of handbag designer Zufi Alexander!
* Bag Snob wants to rescue Carlos Falchi's Buffalo bag!
* Fashion Pulse is loving Chanel’s two-toned tights, and has found a way to get the look for $14!
* KRISTOPHER is wanting, wearing, hating Giuseppe cone heels, for 40% off.
* Stylehive Shares Lightweight Scarves to Top Off Your Cold Weather Style.

BEAUTY

* A Few Goody GumDrops loves spritizing the Kelly Caleche Perfume Jewel Lock Spray from Hermes!
* Stiletto Jungle found the perfect gift for your favorite office friend.
* Beauty Snob reports on the latest craze in weight loss-- HCG injections-- Miraculous or Ridiculous?
* The Fashionable Housewife dishes up some holiday hair inspirations for winter.
* The Beauty Stop features eyebrow secrets from Shavata, the Harrod's eyebrow expert.

CELEBRITY

* Allie is Wired takes a look at Hollywood power families.
* Shopping and Info wants your opinion on the green top worn by Madonna at the Gucci event.

LIFESTYLE

* 55 Secret Street thinks that even non-Oprah addicts can appreciate the sleek metallic makeup cases and other goodies from The Oprah Store.

SALE: Extra 40% Off Sale Items at Bloomingdale's

Just in time for a little pre-holiday shopping, Bloomingdales.com is offering an extra 40% off select sale items. Yes, this offer is only good on "select" sale items, but that hardly means just the leftovers. This special includes handbags by Gustto, Kooba and Bulga; dresses by Theory and Milly; jeans by Paige Premium, J Brand and 18th Amendment and more. But, this special Extra 40% Off deal is only good through Sunday, November 23.

Ready to shop? Click on the banner above to link directly to where you can visit the Extra 40% Off Sale Items section at Bloomingdales.com.

Gift This: Marc Jacobs "Word" Tote (Under $36!)

Marc by Marc Jacobs Tote
$35.20 (was $88-- save 60%!)
Available at: bloomingdales.com

Who: your stylish little sister or favorite niece

What: Marc By Marc Jacobs Double Knit Word Shopper Tote Bag

Why: This sunshine-y tote from Marc by Marc Jacobs has all of the super fun style we've come to expect from Marc Jacobs, and enough room to tote the necessities back and forth from school or work. The small, yet prominently placed Marc Jacobs Standard Supply label will appeal to the fashionista-in-training, yet not be overwhelming for the logo-adverse. Plus, at this super sale price, you won't have to break your budget to gift a designer label.

Click on the photo to link directly to where you can purchase the Marc by Marc Jacobs Double Knit Word Shoppper Tote online and on sale.

Winter Fashion: Beautiful Bows Everywhere

--By Kim Moshtaghi

Eliza J Ruffle Wrap Dress
$158.00
Available at: nordstrom.com

Most of my friends and family know I’m not a big fan of anything with bows... but they’re everywhere! So, I had to start concentrating on what I like about this trend, instead of my fear of its overly girly look. When I dug deeper into my psyche I realized it wasn’t necessarily the bow on a dress I hated, but the association I had in my head with my childhood puffy and itchy bow dresses my mom made me wear to functions, despite my tantrums. These dresses were so uncomfortable that my hatred of bows has lingered for twenty years. Now that I got that off my chest, I want to reveal to all of you that I have talked myself out of this bow-hate and want to share some of my new found love of this whimsical and flirty style trend.

Nordstrom really has a great selection of dresses with a perfect placement of the bow, but I also found some fun accessories that incorporate the bow and are easy to wear for a starter girl like me.

Suzi Chin Maggy Boutique Dress
$178.00
Available at: nordstrom.com

My first pick is a gorgeous blue Eliza J. Ruffle Wrap Dress. I love the color and the wrap styling of this dress. Wrap dresses always make a woman’s body look so sexy and flirty, and this dress perfectly flows around most female problem areas. The ruffles frame the neck and cascade all the way down, and the bow adorns the waistline beautifully.

My next choice is a Suzi Chin Maggy Boutique Organza & Taffeta dress-- one of my favorites. This looks like something you would see worn in the show Mad Men, which I love! This is a faux two-piece dress, and it’s just stunning. The skirt has a big bow at the front of the waist, but it doesn’t look overbearing because of the way it’s structured. This dress is feminine and perfect for a classy event. I would definitely wear some killer pointy heels with this outfit and some great bright red lipstick.

Continuing my bow extravaganza, I chose some sizzling Sheer Bow Back Tights from Bebe, which feature a bow-tie pattern imprint on the back of the calf. I love these tights! I think they are very sexy and can be worn with almost anything to give the outfit an edge.

Rhinestone Bow Brooch
$39.00
Available at: bebe.com

If you need to spice up a look with something, but still aren’t convinced bows are for you, try the Rhinestone Bow Brooch from Bebe. It is a cute, blinged out accessory that can be added to the corner of a shawl or cardigan. This brooch is adorable and can be used in many creative ways without taking over your entire look.

As long as your not rolling out with a big bow on the side of you head, I’m starting to like the trend. But, if you start wearing bow earrings, a dress with a bow, and a bow brooch with your shawl at the same time, it might be time for you to invest in some dolls and dress them up with overwhelming bows. Keep it realistic for the sake of all the bystanders.
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Kim Moshtaghi is a contributing writer for Adventures in the Stiletto Jungle. Born in Germany, Kim is currently based in sunny Del Mar, California, where she also serves as Stiletto Jungle's Director of Sales and Promotions. Kim has a communications degree, a third degree black belt, and a totally covetable Gucci handbag collection.

SALE: Leifsdottir Rosebud Cashmere Sweater 40% Off

Leifsdottir Rosebud Cashmere Sweater
$172.80 (was $288- save 40%!)
Available at: bloomingdales.com

Generally speaking, I pretty much love anything cashmere. That love turns to outright infatuation when a label manages to twist luscious cashmere into something truly unique and fashion-forward. Like this super sale priced Rosebud Cashmere Sweater from funky new label on the block Leifsdottir.

When I think cashmere, I typically dream up softly slouchy sweaters. But, this sweater is different. The inventive designers at Leifsdottir have managed to make cashmere sculptural-- a feat of fabric engineering rarely seen at department store prices. Perfect for work or play, and made much more fabulous by a sale price marked 40% off retail.

Click on the photo to link directly to where you can purchase the Leifsdottir Rosebud Cashmere Sweater online and on sale.

EXTRA! 50% Off Jessica Simpson Yindly Boot - 24 Hours Only

I'm kind of digging these limited time only Coupon Codes and secret deals that online shopping sites have been releasing lately. It makes being a recession fashionista a lot more affordable and a lot more fun. The latest super secret, super limited time only deal? Online shoe mega store Endless.com is offering a whopping 50% off the best-selling Jessica Simpson Yindly Boot for 24 hours only. Regular price is $197.95, but for 24 hours only this boot can be yours for $99.90 with this special code.

In addition to the smashing sale price, this item will ship with FREE overnight shipping and return shipping is always FREE, too. You really can't beat that.

Jessica Simpson Yindly Boot

To redeem this limited time only Coupon Code, click on the photo above to link to where you can purchase the Jessica Simpson Yindly Boot at Endless.com. Select the boot, then copy-paste or type the Coupon Code below to receive 50% off this boot.

50% Off Jessica Simpson Yindly Boot
Starts: November 19 at 12:01 a.m. PST
Ends: November 19 at 11:59 p.m. PST
COUPON CODE: JSDEALBT

SALE: French Connection Stripe Stretch Shirt 60% Off

French Connection Stripe Shirt
$18.90 (was $48-- save 60%!)
Available at: nordstrom.com

French Connection for under $20? No, it's not a mirage. It's just a great sale find from the Nordstrom super sale section.

This adorable Stripe Stretch Shirt is perfect for adding some spice to your layers for winter. The longer, near tunic length would be fun peeking out from under a sweater or a shrunken blazer. Come spring it will look great all on its own. This French Connection sale find is currently available in sizes XS-L, but at this great price I'm sure the sizes will start going fast.

Click on the photo to link directly to where you can purchase the French Connection Stripe Stretch Shirt in Shark/ Great White Stripe online and on sale. This same shirt is also available in a bright Venetian Blue/ Plum Pink Stripe at the same price.

Gift This: LoLLIA Lavender & Honey Shea Butter Handcreme

LoLLIA Lavender & Honey Handcreme
$24.00
Available at: beauty.com

Who: your best office friend

What: LoLLIA Lavender & Honey Shea Butter Handcreme

Why: A good hand cream is a must-have for parched office environments and Oprah favorite LoLLIA is about as luxe and pampering as hand cream comes. The relaxing Lavender & Honey scent will help soothe a nasty case of the Mondays while the super girly-girl look of the tube will liven up a dreary cubicle. Plus, this good looking and good smelling cream is also incredibly powerful-- it's packed with Shea Butter, Macadamia Nut and Avocado Oils.

Click on the photo to link directly to where you can purchase LoLLIA Lavender & Honey Shea Butter Handcreme online.

SALE: Oh Deer! Passion Boots

Oh Deer! Passion Boots
$51.76
Available at: overstock.com

As I'm writing this I'm preparing for an overnight trip to Boston-- no easy feat when you live in the San Francisco bay area. But, the hardest part of this quickie trip is not the crazy schedule, it's the packing. Funny thing about being a California girl, I get totally thrown by any situation that requires socks. I kid you not. Except for my workout sneakers, I don't own a pair of shoes that work with socks. I think I've cooked up a reasonably stylish alternative. I'll let you know how it works out.

In the meantime, I'm starting to think that I should probably invest in at least one pair of winter boots. I try not to visit places that get real weather during the winter, but these trips keep popping up. I need warm boots, and I think these Oh Deer! Passion Boots would be perfect. I feel warmer just looking at them.

Click on the photo to link directly to where you can purchase the Oh Deer! Passion Boot online and on sale. And yes, they are marked down. Silly Overstock.com no longer posts the retail prices for their deals. But, rest assured, $51.76 is a great price for Oh Deer! boots.

Gift This: Glam Glossies for All

New York Magazine
$19.97 (cover price $161.50-- save 87%!)
Available at: magazines.com

Who: any semi-literate person on your gift list

What: a glam glossy picked just for him or her

Why: I know, in the age of iPhone, FaceBook and TiVo, there is little need for conventional magazines. But, I still love me a good glossy. There's something about the gorgeous photography, the professionally edited stories and heft of the pages on my lap that stimulates a part of my brain that electronic toys just can't. And I like to share the feeling.

Without fail, a few people on my gift list will receive 12 fun months of a glammy glossy magazine. It's a gift that gives all year long and, if chosen well, can both compliment the giftee's style and reflect on the gifter's good taste. Oh, and did I mention that magazine subscriptions are insanely affordable?

So, with the hundreds of mainstream magazines to chose from, what to gift? I like to stick to the entertaining, if slightly frivolous titles for gifting. Yes, The Economist is a fab magazine, but it's also kind of like getting a textbook in your Christmas stocking. A few of my favorite glossies for gifting are below, but this is the kind of gift that can really be tailored to each individual so be creative.

For the Ladies:
Lucky for the shopaholic. Vogue for the slave to style. Elle for the jet set fashionista. Town & Country for the socialite.

For the Teen Girl:
Nylon for the late-teens trendsetter. Seventeen for the early-teens pop princess. Teen Vogue for the fashionista-in-training.

For the Guys:
GQ or Details for the pop culture guy. Esquire for the guy with brains and beauty. Men's Health for the guy interested in strong mind and body.

For the Teen Boy:
Sports Illustrated for the jock. Blender for the music obsessed. Motor Trend for the car kid.

For All:
Vanity Fair for pop culture meets real journalism. Bon Appetit for the foodie. New York Magazine for the city sophisticate. Robb Report for the luxe-a-holic. Rolling Stone for the music lover. New Yorker for art, culture and politics. Travel+Leisure for the world traveler.

Click through any linked text to link directly to where you can purchase a subscription to that magazine online and up to 85% off cover price, shipping included.

New & Hot: Sedu Revolution Nano Styler

--By Jules Newmark

Sedu Revolution Nano Styler
$139.95
Free Shipping
Available at: folica.com

It's the time of year to dress up. Not just your Sunday best, little cocktail number, but holiday gear to the nines and ladies, let me tell ya, you need great hair to highlight the whole look. Recently in my office for example, one co-worker caved in and got the trendy bang cut... what do you know, now I have them along with two others! We always get compliments on our hair first, outfit second if it ever overcomes the fabulous fringe.

So my advice for anytime is to have the right tools and make your hair beautiful everyday! Look into the newest product from Sedu, Revolution Professional Nano Tourmaline Ionic Styler. Depending on the evening, this unique item can turn your locks into a straight, curled or waved look to compliment any outfit. Sedu's research has led them to be on top of technology by the styler producing a moisturizing heat that doesn't further break dry winter hair. Once you purchase this product and enjoy it for yourself, give the same to a loved one! For a mere $139, you and your friends can have salon hair for upcoming parties, everyday errands, and just looking fabulous. Sedu for you and yours, google now before its gone!
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Jules Newmark is a contributing writer for Adventures in the Stiletto Jungle. Jules is currently based in sun drenched San Diego, California, where she works, and works the scene, as a modeling agent. Jules's beauty must-haves include mascara by Dior, perfume by Calvin Klein, and a really good sunblock.

Coupon Code: 30% Off at Martin+Osa

Hot off the presses, Martin+Osa has released a brand new Coupon Code that will get you 30% off your entire order through next Sunday, November 23. Unlike many Coupon Codes, this hot new code works right along with already reduced prices, including the current 30% off sweaters promotion. By combining the current specials with this 30% off Coupon Code you can score some great deals.

My favorite super bargain find is this brand new Diamond Stitch Turtleneck Sweater. I love turtleneck sweaters, but it's hard to find unique styles. This diamond stitch pattern is completely original, especially when paired with the extra long ribbed trim at the cuffs and tunic length. It is available in Raspberry (shown), Raffia Cream, Ebony Black and Sport Heather Grey.

Diamond Stitch Turtleneck Sweater
$62.65 (was $89.50-- save 30%!)
After Coupon: $43.86
Free Shipping
Available at: martinandosa.com

Click on the photo to link directly to where you can purchase the Martin+Osa Diamond Stitch Turtleneck Sweater, or browse the entire Martin+Osa online store. Make your selections, then copy-paste or type the Coupon Code below at checkout to receive 30% off your entire order.

30% Off Entire Order
Current
Ends: November 23, 2008
COUPON CODE: 20119061

EXTRA! 3 for $99 Shoes at SmartBargains - 1 Day Only

Online outlet SmartBargains is bringing back its most loved sale-- the 3 for $99 Shoe Sale-- for 24 hours only. From midnight to midnight on Sunday, November 16, you can indulge in gorgeous shoes from hot labels like Betsey Johnson, BCBG, Franco Sarto and more!

Click on the banner above or the link in this line to link directly to the 3 for $99 Shoe Sale at SmartBargains.com. This special sale is on for 24 hours only on Sunday, November 16.

EXTRA! 20% Off at Singer 22 - 2 Days Only

The excellent pre-holiday sale offers just keep on coming. One of our favorite online sites for finding celebrity fashion-- Singer 22-- has just announced a limited time only Coupon Code that will score you 20% off the entire site.

Singer 22 stocks the hottest new fashions from labels like 6126 Leggings, CC Skye, Alice + Olivia, LnA, Botkier, and more. The selection is amazing and for the remainder of this weekend it can all be yours for 20% less!

To redeem this special Coupon Code, click through the banner above to visit Singer 22 online. Make your selections, then copy-paste or type the Coupon Code below to receive 20% off your order. This Coupon Code is not good on sale items, pre-orders, previous purchases, Current Elliott, Lauren Moshi, Haute Hippie or J Brand. But, those are the only limitations.

20% Off Entire Site
Current

Ends: November 16 at 11:59 p.m. EST
COUPON CODE: PREHOLIDAY20