Get the Look : Ciara Out and About

Ciara kept it casual for a recent outing, rocking a loose fit oatmeal cardigan with comfy leggings and flat buckle boots:

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For you fashionistas who favor comfort, leggings and a generous cardi perfectly meld fashion and laid back style.
Get her look with these items:

Pic spotted @ The YBF

Cool Online Find: Rent The Runway

I know all you Fashion Bombshells out there have been praying to the sartorial gods for something amazing, and your prayers have finally been answered!

We recently learned about RentTheRunway.com, a new site dedicated to renting you designer dresses at very recession friendly prices.

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Rent the Runway carries frocks and cocktails by brands like Diane von Furstenberg, Giambattista Valli, Helmut Lang, Catherine Malandrino, and more:

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They even have the Robert Rodriguez dress Kandi wore on the Real Housewives of Atlanta Reunion Special!

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Prices start at $50 and go up to $250.  There’s same day delivery for those in New York, and 2-3 day delivery everywhere else.  There’s definitely no excuse for you not to look beat this holiday season.  All you have to do is sign up, and start renting!

Check it out here.

~Vuitton
*Note: They do not ship internationally

Vuitton’s Life: Birthday Weekend

Having spent so much time giving you guys styling tips and weekly “Rip The Runways”, it dawned on me that you haven’t gotten to see much of “me.”  So here’s a peek at a little of my so-called life.  This past weekend, some friends and I got together to celebrate our friend Ralpha’s birthday.

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She channeled her inner grown and sexy, wearing a red hot number paired with the season’s must have lip color.

And my blazer, believe it or not, was purchased when I was 11 years old.  And Friday night was the first time I wore it.  And I didn’t even have to get it altered.  That just goes to show you that you should rummage through your things periodically to save things that could be brought back to life.

Happy Birthday, Ralpha!

~Vuitton

Steal of the Day : Kyra Patent Flats

Make a statement for comfort and style in these $39.50 Kyra Patent Flats from Delia’s:

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A chic flat in an exotic print is a wardrobe staple–leave it to Delia’s to make a classic affordable.
Get your Kyra Flats plus a few more recession friendly options here:

Get the Look : Amerie for Complex Magazine

Amerie sizzled in Complex Magazine in a tailored red blazer and cut off denim shorts, worn with patterned tights and open toe sandals:
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If you love her preppy meets pop princess look, get it with these high and low priced options:

Men’s Fashion Flash: Lance Gross in N4E1 Injection Sideways Zip Hoodie

According to Upscale Hype, cutie Lance Gross was wearing a N4E1 Injection Sideways Zip Hoodie for the Denver Nuggets vs. Atlanta Hawks game:

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Though I had my own issues with Lance’s matchy matchy-ness, I’ve gotta admit the hoodie is fly.

Guys, if you want one for yourself, get it for $80 here.

Splurge of the Day : French Connection’s Sydney Cardigan

Channel your inner Gossip Girl in this $98 Sydney Cardigan by French Connection:
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The long sleeve v-neck cardigan has a cute stripe pattern, bright red buttons, and loop detail on trims. Mix and match with the following student chic items for a smart look:

Wardrobe Query : 8 Chic Leather Skirts under $200

Hey Guys!
So at the encouragement of a few eager readers, I’ve decided to start handling some of our most pressing wardrobe queries during the week instead of saving them for Friday’s Mail Bombs!

Today we have Candace who says, “Pleasseee help me find a leather skirt (pencil preferred but I’ll take a mini) for under $200…”
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“… I prefer real leather. Is that too much to ask?”

Of course not! Though your most affordable options can be found in the faux leather category, we did find a handful of picks that hit just under $200:

What do you guys think of this new feature?

Video : Bad Romance by Lady Gaga

I am in love with Lady Gaga’s new video for her single Bad Romance:

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From the Alexander McQueen pieces to the razer blade sunglasses, the video oozes creativity and is a testament to avant garde, out of the box fashion.

Though one of my twitter friends surmised that Gaga’s stylist must be blind (she called ’em Stevie Wonder), I think bish is FIERCE!!!!

What do you think of the video?

Vintage Fab : Alyssa’s Mom

Hey Guys!

Today we’re keeping the Vintage Fab going with snapshots of Bombshell Alyssa’s Mom:

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She says, “I’ve always looked at old pictures of my mother and thought they were so fashionable. I attached a couple. Hopefully you all will think so too!”

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So cute! Loving everything from the floor length purple gown to the multi-colored, patterned tops.

What do you guys think?