Wall to Wall Westwood

So since I'll be moving into my new house this upcoming month I've been rather hypersensitive about anything and everything apartment related. This obsession has led me to find a delightful surprise, the daring designer Miss Vivienne Westwood has partnered with Cole & Son's to make a superb line of wallpaper. If you really want to up the anti in your mansion, apartment, shack or home (hah. MASH!) the rolls start at $87 and go to $298. The designs are taken from Westwood's past Ready-to-Wear designs. Example my personal favorite and as it is featured here Squiggle which was sniped from Westwood's 1981 autumn collection. Love it.

Bobby From Boston Review

For those of you running around like chickens with their heads cut off, racing against time in order to procure the perfect present heres something to consider; vintage? Vintage wear, and items not only have history but are good quality, fashionable, and unique, not to mention very affordable and generally look like they are worth twice their in-store price. So here's a store I stumbled upon today and fell in love with!

Shop: Bobby from Boston

Location:

19 Thayer St.

The South End

Phone: 617.423.9299

T Stop: Broadway, New England Medical Center (but the parking is EASY)

Rating: *****

If you know anything about vintage, or don't know anything about vintage, it's clear to anyone that walks into Bobby's that is one of a kind. The two room Thayer Street hole in the wall is loaded ceiling to floor with men's and women's pieces dating back to the early 1900's (though it has been known to house vintage from the 1800's as well!!). If you're looking for good quality, good prices, and timeless pieces then Bobby's is where you want to be. Also, astoundingly they take both cash and credit. Run by Bobby Garnett who opened the shop in 2000, though he's been in the Vintage business for an astounding 30 years! Oh and the kicker by some off chance you don't find what you're looking for, Bobby himself takes private appointments where one can tour his warehouse in lynn. You don't want to miss this place.

Holidays Ho!

So at long last my exams have come to an end, I have moved out of my dorm and into the new house and I've started to settle in back home. Finally I can allow myself sometime to update! Today I took a trip into Boston, so Alex and I could have ourselves a Merry-little pre Christmas. Earlier today we exchanged gifts, I got him a Skeleton Face Kenneth Cole watch to replace his old watch, and a Nautica cashmere scarf. He got me two new charms for my Pandora bracelet (I'm so hooked on this fad), which he hid inside a twilight book by cutting a Pandora gift-box shape hole in the pages with a kitchen knife. He also got me a book with ALL of Audrey Hepburn's pictures EVER taken, a leather bound copy of Sherlock Holmes and as a joke an F My Life book. Then we went on to do alittle thrifty vintage shopping and ended up as Bobby from Boston honestly this vintage shop is one of my new favorite stores but more about that later. I bought an exquisite leather waist belt with engraved feather detail and gold clasp, for a mere $25. Then we met up with his father who graciously paid for our dinner at the North End. Not a bad kick off to the Christmas season if I do say so myself... but enough about me.. updates of the fashionable sort to come soon!

Opening Ceremony Sample Sale

I was idly browsing my favorite blogs to get my daily update/fix when I came across this lovely little bit of news on Fasshonaburu! at the NYC Opening Ceremony location @ 201 Mulberry (between spring and kenmark) from December 11th-13th items will go on sale for 60%-90%. This is really an awesome event and if you have as many fashion freaks for friends as I do it's a perfect time to shop for the holidays.

Unwanted Christmas Gift Certificates (take 2)

Are you ready for round two of UCGCs! Oh and any suggestions as far as UCGC posts, do inform me! I'd love some feedback :o). Okay moving, so while best buy may be a gift certificate of choice for guys, girls are left with a bit of a dilemma. When I was a wee lass in high school our local mall and movie theater were conjoined and so when the friends gathered before a movie to waste time it was habit that the guys would want to go mosey around Best Buy. All other suggestions were ignored generally or answered with "Well we're going there... but you and the girls can..." So while a Best Buy gift card may be a choice pick for that almost-sorta-boyfriend, younger brother, or video game lover in your life, I would not advise you to give it to an inspiring fashionista. But however if you find yourself at Best Buy with a Gift UCGC here are some choice selections for you to consider.

Top Five Fashion Movies

1.) The Devil Wears Prada one of the ultimate and most successful fashion themed movies of the time. Based on the best selling novel by Lauren Weisberger, The Devil Wears Prada gives tells a tale of a young woman who unwillingly stumbles into the hectic worlds of high fashion and publishing. Starring Anne Hathaway as Andrea "Andy" Sachs, and Meryl Streep as the frigid and fabulous Miranda Priestly, this is indeed one of my favorites. It also helps that all the proceedings and characters are based on Vogue the most infamous mirror is of Anna Wintour herself as Miranda Priestly and while Wintour says she can't see herself in Priestly, those who has worked under and around her beg to differ. Find it for $10 at Best Buy!

2.)Breakfast at Tiffany's often claimed one of the most fashionably inspirational movies, Breakfast at Tiffany's is the ultimate fashion lovers staple and classic. Set in New York City in the early 60's the ever picture perfect Audrey Hepburn stars as Holly Golightly a charming socialite with a number of peculiar habits and a love for living her life (whatever that means to her at the moment). She meets aspiring writer, Paul (George Peppered) who she playfully remains Fred and thus he remains known as for the remainder of the film. I adore this movie, did you know the original little black dress can be accredited to this very film! Marvelous simply marvelous darling! Definitely a movie you'll be able to watch again and again.

3.) Almost Famous Okay this is my favorite movie. Period, end of story, drop the curtain, cue the

applause. This is the movie that inspired me to go into Journalism. It tells the story of writer and director Cameron Crowe's experiences as a teenage rock journalist, can you imagine being a regular contributer for the Rolling Stone while you were still in high school?! The main character William Miller is played by a young Patrick Fugit, loves rock and roll and begins writing reviews for an underground magazine. Which soon catches the attention of Lester Bands (Philip Seymour Hoffman), editor of the rock renegade magazine Creem, he takes William under his wing and gives him a professional assignment cover a Black Sabbath concert. While unable to get to Black Sabbath instead William chats it up with Stillwater, and the piece he writes catches the attention of Rolling Stone. My favorite part of the movie by far are the Band-aids self proclaimed muses (erm...groupies) of the bands, who are led by the inspirational and glamorous Penny Lane played by a young Kate Hudson. This movie placed Kate Hudson as an idol, and her effortlessly stylish rockstar wardrobe in the movie left my mouth watering.

4.)Sex and the City The Movie the ladies of beloved show 'sex in the city' made there silver screen debut last year which as a sequel in the works for next year. And although the plot is so-so in my opinion it's a classic 'girls night' flick which is riddled with breathtaking fashion. No they do not fail to impress in that particular category, praise the fashion gods. The movie is basically a constant stream of fashion designers, inspirations and NYC charm. The kicker which worked for the show and the movie the four main characters offer such a varied range of style that it's hard to not find one to suit your tastes.

5.)Last but not least Marie Antoinette whenever I want to sketch up something pretty and need just an extra little bit of inspiration this flick always does the trick! Written and Directed by Sofia Coppola, it puts a whole new spin on the life and times of one of Europe's most infamous monarchs. Kirsten Dunst is beautiful as the Austrian born Marie Antoinette. But it's the fashion that really steals the show in this piece, couture at its finest this movie is positively riddled with pastel hued: ribbons, ruffles, wigs, fans, masks, and believe it or not food! Have you ever stopped and admired one of the Juicy Couture campaign ads, and wondered 'what in blazes is going on in this picture!' well Coppola's work looks as if it could be the back story to one of those ads. Everything in this movie is simply dazzling and even watching it on mute could prove inspirational.

Unwanted Christmas Gift Certificates (take 1)

We all have come face to face with an UCGC atleast once in our lives. Yes those rectangular bits of colorful plastic leaking intended holiday joy. UCGC's are meant well, and we try to keep in mind it's the thought that counts but we're left with the weight in our wallet of "just what the hell am I going to buy from *insertstorehere*" feeling. Well fear no more! I have been handed many a UCGC (Unwanted Christmas Gift Certificate if you still haven't caught on) and am now here to provide you with the essential information of how to use them to the best of your ability. Today I'll start with a simple one, now I have no problem with Hollister, or Abercrombie for that matter but let's face it... I'm 19 If I walk around with the words HCO PARTY IN THE USA tattooed across my chest judgement will ensure. Aside from that I do not enjoy being someone's personal walking advertisement, yes Hollister was cool... when I was a freshman in highschool, and if I had been handed a gift card for them a mere week ago it would have been met with a raised eyebrow and a "you've got to be kidding me." But now I am older and wiser (and work at Hollister, mama needs money for xmas) and know that they actually have a pretty rocking winter collection full of awesome purchases! So heres alittle outfit I pulled together for you... dear readers and loves of my life.

Beach Princess by Vestiphilia featuring Hollister Co.

Items in this set:
China Grove, $50
Awesome Butt Skinny Jean, $30
SoCal Leather Flip Flops, $40
Lightweight Beach Scarf, $40
Ocean Beach, $40

Fringetastic by Vestiphilia featuring Hollister Co.

Items in this set:
Hermosa, $25
Sunset Cliffs, $70
Awesome Butt Skinny Jean, $30
SoCal Leather Flip Flops, $40
Cali Beach Belt, $45

Other Random Hollister Items I liked by Vestiphilia featuring Hollister Co.

Items in this set:
Brooks Street, $60
Manhattan Beach, $60
Dockweiler Beach, $200
San Buenaventura, $40

I'll try my best to update some more, but It's going to be a bit difficult this week due to finals and me not having a computer! Until then!

My Christmas Wishlist

I'm going to go ahead and be a little selfish, and publish my -what I would kill for list- aka 'Christmas List'. The chance of me getting everything on this list is about as likely as Anna Wintour getting caught within a 100 yard radius of TJ Max, but a girl can dream *sigh*. Anywho enjoy! xoxo

1.) An Old School Polaroid One-Step Camera

I have always wanted one of these there is something I really love about vintage camera's and the photos they produce. I already have a fantastic professional Nixon D60 and some quick shot bar camera, I would love to add an old granny one step camera to my collection. Mind you the camera is not the expensive part it's the film which runs at around $40 for 10 photos. Yah... the camera goes at around $23-$80 on ebay and amazon.

2.) Leather World Charm Necklace

I adore the delicate gold pieces combination with the multiple leather strands. Reminds me of something an Aztec queen might have worn. Very pricey it's $350 and by Tory Burch, but I can easily see myself being able to dress this up or down for a day or night look. Obviously a statement piece it's odd I've always been a white gold or silver girl but lately I've been lusting for delicate and feminine gold pieces over silver.

3.) Pepper

Wedges are big this season, and I want some badski!...I mean bad I fell in love with Need Supply via What I Wore one of my favorite style blogs. When I spotted these soft leather puppies I knew it was love at first site (haha a blog pun!) designed by Jeffery Campbell, with a 3.5 covered heel I'm in wedge bootie heaven! and $145 is pretty reasonable for good leather in my opinion.

4.)Hanae Mori Butterfly Eau de Parfum

My perfume of choice! (well currently I've been a bit of a perfume floozy over the years but I think I've found my match. Called one of the most "enduring fashionable perfumes" It's a a mix of fruity, floral, and woody scents but never one more than the other. It's ingredients include: wild strawberries, blackberries, black currents, bilberries, Bulgarian rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, peony, rosewood, almond wood, sandalwood, and cedar (whoo allot goes into one tiny bottle of perfume). I'm running low and could certainly use a new bottle!

5.)Antoinette Fainting Sofa- Verdgris

Love this I can see it in my new apartment/bedroom that I'm moving into this coming January. A spot opened up in my Sorority's house and I really can't wait to customize it. I love decorating, I almost considered interior decorating once upon a time.. actually not really my mother just told my I should always do it. Anyway I ADORE this, something about the antique-french look about it and the color, everything in my room is red, black and white I feel this olive green would really pull it together! My mother is not so sure... it is very pricey my most expensive desire at $575 (yes almost $600) from believe it or not Urban Outfitters. It looks as if I get to choose between a few gifts on just this couch. Still it is a fine piece of furniture..... hm

well that's all for now I'll add more later!

A Rockerfeller Christmas

What I Wore Wednesday
When-|- December 2, 2009

What-|-
Hat: Jennifer Ouellette
Sequin Scarf: Vintage
Cashmere Sweater Dress: Bloomingdales (last black friday hah)
Red Pea Coat: Tulle
Denim Leggings: Free People
Boots: Steven by Steve Madden
Earrings: Anthropologie

Where-|-
To see the Rockerfeller Center Tree Lighting with my boyfriend.

Why-|-
So today is me and my Boyfriend's 2 month anniversary. Which may not seem like much at all but we've been dating for a long time really now give or take a year and events. Point is we've been through allot together so each month with him his precious to me. Anyway for this evening it conviently fell on the Rockerfeller Center Tree Lighting! Something I've always wanted to see, it looked like it was going to be a lovely evening and then it started raining... haha but we didn't let that ruin a fantastic night in the city. As for my outfit, I dressed warm with an ivory cashmere turtle neck sweater, and instead of tights I went with my denim leggings from people which I'm obsessed with. I should have worn rainboots but these riding boots I picked up from Nordstrom's this summer never fail me. I went christmasy with touches of gold in my sequin scarf and Anthropology earrings. The finising touches of my outfit were my signature scarlet pea coat from tulle, and my Jennifer Ouellette Hat a gift from my Mother (and Barney's C; ). All and all I was very pleased with this outfit very comfortable and fashionable!

Gap Steps it Up with Stella

Okay so I'll be honest I've never been a big fan of the Gap, I generally find it's pieces too plain, too pricey for being too plain, and give or take a season behind what I want. I hate to sound harsh but when it comes to the Gap last time someone got me a gift certificate from said Gap which was on my graduation from high school it took me 2.5 years to rid clutch of that useless piece of plastic tag. Mind you on average a gift certificate has a life of 1-3 days after it is received (at least for me I'm not a gift certificate hoarder like my boyfriend). But wait!! There are always the exceptions, when I finally went to spent my gift card I found myself green with envy as Gap had partnered with Stella McCartney, my jealousy being spurred because it was for a kids and not an adults collection. But at last my prayers were answered and Gtella (Gap/Stella) created something a bit more my size. In honor of World Aids Day (today), Ms McCartney has designed a limited edition v-neck t-shirt that is available in both adult and kid sizes. Half of the profits go to the Global Fund to aid in eliminating AIDS (a horrible pun I know) in Africa. But I'm not going to lie I'd get the tee even if didn't. The v-neck has a series of scarlet trompe l'oeil chains backed on the ivory cotton tee, I find this adorable and witty. Let's not forget that it is from the Gap meaning (though I admit begrudgingly) it's super comfy. The shit costs $28 and is available for a limited time only so go go go!

Obsessed! Lime Crime Makeup

I don't consider myself a very dramatic person, opting for classic and timeless pieces, over the more outrageous ones with expiration dates, but I am completely OBSESSED with the Lime Crime makeup line. Lime Crime boasts it's products to be "So Bright, It's Illegal!" Lime Crime has a massive following which originated from its creator Doe Deere. A New York City veteran Deere breathed life into her makeup line in 2008 simply because no makeup out on the market was bright enough for her 'unique' tastes. Deere is a model, makeup guru, and entrepreneur. She was born in Russia and came to the United States at age 17. Lime Crime is notorious for pumping out retina searing colors. Deere constantly is pushing the envelope and taking no prisoners with her high fashion a la mode attitude, going beyond the just "What's In and Out" mentality. My personal favorite colors are No She Didn't an ice queen opaque aqua lipstick, D'Lilac a celestial thick lavender that would look out of this world and to die for on someone with a very pale skin tone. Then there are the much more wearable Retrofuturist think pure scarlet, Great Pink Planet, and Centrifuchsia a delightfully rick fuchsia "amplified to a cosmic degree". Also not to be over looked the juicy orange My Beautiful Rocker and Styletto a luscious deep noir that screams Lady Gaga. Deere's lipsticks retail at around $16 or you can purchase them all for $140 saving $20.

[Picutres From: Limecrimemakeup.com]

[Lipstick Colors from top to bottom: I Love My Rocket, D'Lilac, Styletto, No She Didn't]