Some NYE Inspiration

Elle and MAC cosmetics teamed up on some bold looks for NYE. I love these glitter eyes and might just have to try and re-create on Thursday :)

For more, click here. Enjoy!

Last Minute Girly Gift Ideas!

When I think of the holidays, I think of Ohio winters and snow, spending time with my family, watching movies with my parents by the fire, eating home cooked meals and shopping for all of my favorite people, determined the find to the perfect gift for each.

I love gift giving because I love making the people that I love happy. As I have been thinking about the things I would love this holiday season—and gift ideas for my family and friends—I thought I would share some of my favorite cheap finds with you all. All of these gifts are FABULOUS, and all are under $50!

Eat, drink, shop and be merry! xoxo



Nars Drop Dead Gorgeous Mini Nail Set, $30 at Saks Fifth Avenue




French Press, $40 from Monet
(notice the pink handle)




Black & White Photo Frame, $20 at Target
(A chic way to frame black and white photos)




Voluspa Candle, $18 at Anthropologie




Fuzzy Ear Muffs, $11 at Target




Glee Soundtrack, $12




2010 Wall Calendar, $14 by Graphique




Customized Notes and Envelopes, $37 at Neiman Marcus




Who What Wear book, $14 at Amazon.com




Elle Magazine, $14 for a year subscription




Headband, $4 at Forever 21




Marc by Marc Jacobs Nylon Mini Cosmetic Bag, $48 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Love It: Statement Necklaces

I was doing some last minute shopping this past weekend and thought I would treat myself to a little something nice as well! (I should be rewarded for getting all of my shopping done on time, right?)

I came across some great jewelry at South Moon Under and was really surprised at the selection of necklaces, priced both high and low. A unique necklace or piece of jewelry is always a great gift, whether it is for a friend, girlfriend, or yourself.

Here are a few of my faves (and the one I bought myself!)


$48


$198


$38

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

What are some of your favorite holiday movies? Below are a few of my favorites, enjoy!

Sex & the City 2 Awesomeness

Ten Stand Out Dresses for New Years Eve

Milly, $312



Forever 21, $33



Forever 21, $24



Rebecca Taylor, $245



Forever 21, $36



French Connection, $198


Forever 21, $25



French Connection, $168



French Connection, $398



Forever 21, $23

Look I Love: Houndstooth

Houndstooth is such a classic print, and after Blair Waldorf recently sported this Alexander McQueen houndstooth blouse on Gossip Girl, I have been looking for a more affordable version for myself. See this and few other goodies below! xoxo


Patterson J. Kincaid blouse, $98


Oak Scarf, $48


Alexander McQueen Jacket, $1,275


Michael Kors Gloves, $150


French Connection Dress, $280

Miss Golden Globes 2010 Announced

Mavis Spencer, daughter of actress Alfre Woodard, was named Miss Golden Globe 2010. She says that she is working with Valentino on a customized gown for the Globes. Fancy!

In the fall Mavis will be a freshman at Columbia University and hopes to study acting. Cute and overall seems like a good pick for Miss Golden Globes!

Do You Like Pina Coladas?

This weekend I watched a great movie which I have not seen in years--The Sweetest Thing. Below is one of my favorite clips, enjoy! xoxo

Taylor Goes Glam in T: The New York Times Style Magazine

Holiday Gift Ideas

I love this time of the year...cities are dressed up with ribbons and bows, people seem to have a little more cheer on their face and in their step, and Starbucks even has those lovely red cups!

I also love gift giving and one of my fave Web sites, Who What Wear, pulled together this little gift guide for the "very style savvy lady—the Editor in Training." Love all of these things!

I am working on throwing together a little gift guide to share but in the mean time, enjoy!

Love This Song: Telephone

Two of my fave divas have combined forces and I love it!

"Tonight I ain't gonna take no calls cus I'll be dancin..."

Must Read: The Carrie Diaries

Sex & the City author Candace Bushnell is publishing a new book, The Carrie Diaries, which will give us a glimpse of Carrie Bradshaw's high school days. Sometimes I get annoyed when authors try to cash in on their franchises, but I think this book will be fab, and I can't wait to read it!

The book visits Carrie's first love and how she became a writer among many other things. The Carrie Diaries will hit shelves about a month before Sex & the City 2 hits theaters! The movie, and now the book make me wish it were spring already!

"Dude, I'm Chuck Bass. Even Europeans must know what that means."

I am addicted to Gossip Girl (admitting it is the first step, right?) I own a "Team Chuck" t-shirt and I am proud of it. I am often obsessing over the fab wardrobes of S and B and still find Nate's man bangs to be nothing but charming.

I am going to let you all in on a little secret that is The Daily Intel's Gossip Girl Recap. Every Tuesday morning, I get hop on the train, get to the office, grab a coffee and start my day be reading the episode recap of the night before and it is always brill!

Here is a link to today's recap, enjoy!

xoxo
S

In Honor of the Weekend...

Here are a few tips from Glamour magazine on how to dress chic during the weekend!

As the article says, "bring on the brunches, errands and coffee dates"...just like J Lo :)

FRIDAY JAM

Britney Spears - New Music - More Music Videos

Fab Cocktail Dresses!

Love these chic dresses from designer Prabal Gurung! He's dressed celebs like Demi Moore and Leighton Meester, and even Oprah wears a red gown by Prabal on the December cover of O, The Oprah Magazine.

Blake Lively’s Hair Is the New ‘Rachel’

Let me start off by saying that I love Blake Lively. She is gorgeous, and she is a celebrity who looks fit but most importantly looks healthy. I love watching her as Serena Van Der Woodson every Monday night on Gossip Girl and find myself not only coveting her wardrobe, but also her hair! It is her real hair and it is amazing.

I saw this article from The Cut on how her hair is the "new Rachel." Apparently, John Barrett, whose salon is in Bergdorf Goodman in NYC, said that his clients “don’t just want the hair, they want the life.” Love it!