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Last week, when I was doing research for my post about Chic & Eco Friendly Handbags for Fall 2009I came across these to-die-for reusable steel water bottles from Cool Canteens. I first saw them on Celery Street, a neat little site that offers a nice selection of eco-friendly, recycled, reused, and refurbished gifts, housewares, and…
The Fashionable Housewife has partnered with SuperShoes.com to present to you the top five Must-Have Tall Boots for Fall and Winter. Tall boots have always been a classic must-have for Fall, but this year they are more popular than ever. The questions I most frequently get are: “What types of boots are trendy this season?”…
Born Nenna Truffle Boots Dramatic lines and gorgeous layered detailing — this boot makes a bold statement, tucked in jeans or worn with voluminous skirts. Below I’ve showcased three different ways to wear these gorgeous boots. Leather and fabric lining with lightweight rubber outsole. Steel shank and Born famous Opanka hand-sewn construction. A 2 inch…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; Let’s be selfless and charitable…. oh and also let’s do a little shopping (for a cause)! Coming from a family affected by breast cancer, I am here to tell you that building awareness, helping fund research and education and spreading the good word is of the utmost importance. The…
Fashionable Media Presents… Fashionable Gals for a Cure! Join the fun in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month Official Press Release: October 1, 2009 – Sarah-Jean Ballard, founder and CEO of Fashionable Media, Inc., and her assistant editor Laney Knapp, The Fashionable Gal, have worked tirelessly to organize an online event in honor of Breast…
Embellishments and hardware aren’t just for handbags anymore. While it’s mostly boots with buckles and buttons, I’m noticing lots of flats, pumps and Mary Janes are adding these cute vintage details as well, just in smaller scale. This look can go one of 2 ways…. Tough hardware like oversized buckles and large buttons can add…
The Born Carolina lace-up boot is the first pair of boots I’ve added to my Fall 2009 wardrobe. These boots are very unique, yet surprisingly versatile. If you don’t have any lace-up boots, you should definitely consider these. For me, they were am absolute must-have for my Fall ’09 / Winter ’10 shoe collection. They…
Booties are another popular shoe trend we’ll be seeing a lot of. Just visit sites like Piperlime and zappos.com and you’ll see a large variety of cute little booties. Anything from leather, suede, patent leather, fur and more. Wedge heels, stiletto heels, flats, and platforms. You’ll also find an abundance of styles that incorporate the…
Over the knee boots were all over at the Fall 2009 runways and promise to be the biggest and most notable trend for Fall 2009 and Winter 2010. The styles ranged from boots that hug the leg all the way up, to more unique ones that stand away from the leg. Over-The-Knee and Thigh High…
I’m a person who likes original and unique designs. We know we only find one-of-a-kind items when they are handmade (if not always, most of the time). So today I’m here to share some of my favorite places for handmade items. Do you know Etsy? No? Etsy is a place where we can buy and…
As I am a person who loves crafting and recycling, I thought it would be a great idea to share with you some places I visit and some ideas for recycling clothes. Sometimes we use a dress or shirt for a couple of times and we just do not like them anymore for whatever reason…
It started off as an act of desperation. I was three weeks into my new job as an event coordinator at a multi venue complex more than three times larger than my previous venue, and I realized that the heels that I had been wearing to work just weren’t cutting it. I had blisters and…
Trunk Show Chic is an online discount jewelry boutique that brings you designer accessories at affordable prices, all while producing consciously. All of the merchandise on on their websites is is manufactured right here in the USA, and most is produced using recycled metals. Based in Rhode Island, the once world headquarter of costume jewelry,…
Add a dose of instant style to any outfit by adding a gorgeous brooch. There are so many beautiful pins and brooches out there to choose from. Choose a bold statement-making brooch (a la Carrie from Sex and the City), or choose a smaller, more classic vintage brooch. I found a lovely selection of vintage…
If you frequent Wal-Mart or are a savvy value shopper, you’ve probably at least seen All You Magazine. However, if you’ve seen it… You’ve probably read it. All the great coupons, deals, recipes, and advice filled articles are hard to resist! Recently, the folks at all you decided to re-vamp their website, in order to…
In addition to being eco-friendly, everything is created out of recycled metal. Alex & Ani make it easy to be stylish and earth conscious. They are so lightweight, you can wear a ton of them without feeling weighed down. I love the carefree, boho feel to these great bangles. And it’s really cool that you…