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How to Score The Best Designer Deals…

July 12, 2019

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♥ DESIGNER BUYS FOR LESS? COUNT ME IN! ♥

If ya’ll know anything about me, you know I LOVE some good designer goodies. Ever since I was a teenager, I began my handbag obsession, saving up for designer bags like Gucci, Dior, LV etc + as I got older I moved on to Chanel, Hermes + more. Recently I have been also stocking up on designer shoes like Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik, Stuart Weitzman + more. While I love designer must-haves, I learned that sometimes buying brand new in store isn’t the most cost effective so I am sharing my secrets with ya here!

First up, SHOES! So I have scored tons of designer heels, boots + more all for 40% Off or MORE! How?? Easy, research baby. I search the SALE section of my favorite sites that have all the designers I love + keep an eye out for certain styles I am lusting after or staple pieces I can interchange with various outfits etc. I found that investing in classic pumps, sandals etc that are nicely constructed really last a while PLUS they are easily repaired from your local shoemaker or one of my go-to shoe + handbag magicians, PurseRehab! They can fix ANYTHING! From resoling your shoes to fixing fabric damage, stains etc…such a must-have if you are a designer lover like me so you don’t worry about messing up your higher end pieces.

While certain staples like the Manolo Blahnik Hangsi Pump may not go on sale brand new from certain retailers, a great option is to search for them ‘New with Tags‘ from eBay Fashion, Poshmark, Yoogi’s Closet, FashionPhile, The Real Real + more! These second hand retailers often have shoes + bags in MINT condition and you can usually save on shipping, tax or snag them under current retail price AND they are all GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC (make sure you 100% verify the seller)!

When it comes to buying second hand designer goods here are some things I look for:

Box, Authenticity Card / Papers, Dust Bag

(these are helpful to verifying the shoes or bag are REAL + AUTHENTIC, plus they are helpful when going to resell in the future if that is something you are interested in doing)

Condition

(examine the photos very carefully, look for discoloration, damaged threading, piping etc, marks, tears etc…while these aren’t deal breakers, they do contribute to quality factor however you may be able to use these hiccups to your advantage + simply go to a place like PurseRehab to repair those issues at a relatively low cost making the items look BRAND NEW for less!)

Compare Costs

(just because you find a Chanel for a killer price doesn’t mean that is the best deal out there, search the serial number of the item – any reputable seller should have that or the full product name for you to do a quick search + compare pricing, condition etc from other sellers)

Whether you are searching for brand new pieces at a trustee retailer like Net-A-Porter, Saks Off Fifth etc or want to score a deal at a second hand luxury site, either way you are sure to find some amazing + unique finds at a fraction of the retail cost, perfect for avid collectors or first time buyers if you are trying to save a little!

♥ SHOP SOME OF MY FAVORITES BELOW ♥

LAST CALL NEIMAN MARCUS

NEIMAN MARCUS

SAKS OFF FIFTH

FASHIONPHILE

BAG BORROW STEAL

NET-A-PORTER

♥ HAPPY SHOPPING ♥

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The Little White Dress…

May 14, 2018

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Tart Collections White Dress | RayBans | Gucci Soho Tote | Marc Fisher Platform Wedges | Old Navy Denim Jacket

Happy Tuesday Babes ♥

I hope you all had a great weekend! Mine didn’t go exactly as planned :p I was supposed to head to Universal and instead I ended up in urgent care with my eye swollen shut, my hands beyond swollen I couldn’t grip a pen + basically the worst allergic reaction EVER. All these years I never had an allergic reaction to anything BUT apparently you can experience it at any age…the culprit? An oral acne medication…who would have thought. So I spent the weekend attempting to recover from being a lobster lol…here’s to hoping this week goes a lot smoother than this past weekend.

This look was actually shot earlier Saturday morning before my allergic attack happened haha I was enjoying the sunshine + great weather + this cute white dress from Tart Collections – it is the perfect summer staple…a little white dress!

I layered a denim jacket over it…this one is my favorite from Old Navy (on sale now).

My bag was my first ever Rodeo Drive purchase right before I moved to LA 3 years ago…it’s a Gucci soho tote (they discontinued the soho collection last year (ugh so frustrating I know) but you can find some styles still available on eBay or the Real Real etc).

My wedges are from Marc Fisher and they are super comfortable to wear all day long. Plus the tan color matches almost every outfit!

Will you be adding these pieces to your summer wardrobe?!

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Tart Collections White Dress | RayBans | Gucci Soho Tote | Marc Fisher Platform Wedges | Old Navy Denim Jacket

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Denim Days With Wild Blue Denim…

March 5, 2017

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Wild Blue Denim Paisley Peasant Top | Wild Blue Denim Distressed Jeggings | Gucci White Soho Tote | White Pointed Toe Pumps | Le Specs Sunglasses

D E N I M days are here! Along with some spring weather FINALLY ♥ ICYMI it has been pretty rainy + chilly in LA, I know I may have become a bit of a baby moving here from NY, but my blood has totally thinned out + I can’t stand the cold temps…I like to live in lightweight outfits, plenty of dresses + heeled sandals or pumps 😉 Guess those are my signature ‘go-to’s’. Sooo it comes as no surprise that today’s look is one I will be rocking all spring long that incorporates some of the hottest trends of the season!

Ever since I was a teenager I have been a huge fan of skinny jeans + jeggings. I think they always look sharp and well put together and they fit me like a glove. However, like with every trend certain brands or stores do it better and for an affordable price…my current go-to for skinny jeans + jeggings this spring? Rue21 and their new line called Wild Blue Denim designed by Duck Dynasty star Sadie Robertson. My dad is actually a huge Duck Dynasty fan and I used to watch with him back when I was living at home…seriously feels like forever now haha. Anyways, I love Sadie’s line and especially how they are diverse enough to be styled multiple ways…dress ’em up or dress ’em down, either way you’ll dress to impress.

The ‘Ripped & Sandblasted’ Jeggings are super comfortable, have plenty of stretch but also hug curves in all the right places! They have just the right amount of rips without over-doing it + like I love about most skinnies, they look chic with a pair of heels for a night out or with a pair of kicks for running around town…since I am obsessed with white pumps this spring season, it only made sense I paired these skinnies with these beauties!

Another trend I am all about this spring are peasant tops! I love the boho chic style + flowy feel making them the perfect style of top to pair with tight skinny jeans so you have a contrast with different shapes for a complete look.

This paisley peasant top also designed by Sadie is going to be worn a lot this spring into summer. Style it with jeans, a pair of shorts or even a skirt…it’s an easy breezy blouse that goes with everything.

2 years ago I snagged this Gucci Soho Tote from the Gucci boutique on Rodeo Drive. It was my first purchase on Rodeo Drive…now 2 years later they are a client I manage digital + influencer strategy for…how crazy is that?! Naturally it’s a perfect fit for me haha

While Gucci has discontinued the Soho Collection, I found some similar styles that are still available below.

P.S. if you are a fan of my sunnies, they are from Le Specs and available for under $100 here!

Thank ya Wild Denim for this great pieces I will be wearing all spring long! ♥

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Wild Blue Denim Paisley Peasant Top | Wild Blue Denim Distressed Jeggings | Gucci White Soho Tote | White Pointed Toe Pumps | Le Specs Sunglasses

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How To Dress For An LA Winter…

December 20, 2016

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Pink SheIn Coat | Gucci Soho Bag | Mirrored Sunglasses | Fringe Heels | White Skinny Jeans

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Geo Prints + Pumps…

November 14, 2016

Twinkle Deals Geo Print Wrap Dress | White Pointed Toe Pumps | Gucci Mini Bag

Happy Monday! I have been so swamped lately with work + everything else happening in life that I have been completely slacking on the blog front (#GuiltyAsCharged) :p Safe to say last week was pretty crazy. Between the election + countless work events + photoshoots, I honestly don’t know how I managed to keep my head screwed on haha Anyways, a new week is here + I am trying to get back on track!

I wanted to first start by saying, I’m not really getting political on the blog, but acknowledging the crazy state in which we are living now. No matter how you voted, the state of the country right now is scary. I live in LA, and across California there have been riots, violence, marches etc. Whether you like an outcome or not, causing havoc + inconveniencing or scaring others isn’t going to change it…nor will it accomplish anything or bring positivity + happiness to this country. I for one don’t want to live in fear everyday, I want to be able to go about my day without worrying about extremists on both sides. But hopefully with time, things will get better.

On a bright + more light hearted note, I am currently trying to get in a fall state of mind which is pretty hard to do when temperatures are still in the 90s here in LA! So since a heat wave is still happening, I shall continue wearing some of my favorite dresses all season long 😉

One of my current favorites is this geo print maxi wrap dress from TwinkleDeals! What I love about wrap dresses is that they hit me at the perfect spot…they accentuate my cleavage 😉 and they flatter my figure…not a bad piece to have in your closet haha. Whether it’s work or play this piece is great to style with heels (like I did here) or make it casual with sandals for a weekend brunch with your squad (kinda feeling the whole #squadgoals thing…guess I am pretty late to the game huh? haha :p).

Anyways…this dress is under $20 from TwinkleDeals (most certainly a ‘deal‘ if you ask me) haha and it is a M U S T for your wardrobe!

I styled this dress with white pointed toe pumps (I feel like they are just classic + really dress up any look). This is such a great work to happy hour outfit…layer a blazer over this dress for a pulled together ‘board room ready‘ look or wear it plain with pumps + a going out bag (like one of these) to head straight to dinner or drinks!

I feel like white pumps are just totally F I E R C E. They are bold, clean + are just bad a** haha

Since I would be wearing this to go out, I had to wear my new Gucci mini bag ♥ Honestly I don’t need an excuse to wear this…I just love it so much haha