Category Archives: Splurge VS Steal

February 22, 2013

Splurge vs Steal: Celine Trapeze Bag

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 splurge: Celine ($2,000+) vs steal: Spin Gallery ($62)

 That is one heck of a steal! Love the detail of the front flap, it adds a bit of spunk to a simple structured purse. It’s a perfect thing to add to my on-going streak of Black & White! The trapeze bag and the bold black + white look is all the rage these days. Here’s the proof:

photos via Pinterest

February 11, 2013

Splurge Vs Steal: Danica vs Garbo

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splurge: Alexander Wang ($595) vs steal: ShoeMint ($79.98)

“Women think of all colors except the absence of color. I have said that black has it all. White too. Their beauty is absolute. It is the perfect harmony.”
— Coco Chanel

BLACK&WHITE: The newest “must-have” trend I’m all about this seasons. Just caved in and bought these heels from ShoeMint and can’t wait till they come in! (They come in black too just in case you’re not ready to make the big leap on the graphic palette)

I’ve always been a huge fan of this mod-behavior. While many people become a deer in headlights and automatically think Cher Horowitz when they see white shoes, I see “the new neutral”. I’d mix it with an all white ensemble, LBD or a wild print. That pretty much sums up everything in my closet. WIN!

What are your thoughts on WHITE OUT coming in?

January 24, 2013

Splurge VS Steal: Casadei Heels

Wooooohhh! I’m so sorry I’ve been MIA from the blog for the past couple of weeks. Let’s just say the beginning of the year has brought on tons of work, but I’m not complaining!

Since you’ve last seen me on here, I’ve read “Wheat Belly” and bought the cookbook. I’ve removed wheat from my entire diet (except on pizza nights, guilty!!!!) and started back on my workout regiment. It isn’t some crazy New Years resolution I’m working on or some crazy diet, I’ve just simply removed wheat from my normal diet and I’m already seeing great results! Bring it on Summer, my bikini bod is coming for ya!

So, yes…I don’t want to leave you guys hanging again so to celebrate my return, I bring you a pop of bubblegum (pink, that is) that won’t create a sticky situation with your wallet.

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splurge: Casadei vs steal: GoJane

$34 vs $870. Hmmm, I wonder which one you’d be choosing in this battle.

These cutout platforms are so much fun for the upcoming spring season. I’d definitely pair it with a black and white look, like this one here:

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1. Lip Print Top ($13) 2. Clear Shoulder Bag ($25) 3. Faux Leather Skirt ($23)

(Perfect for Valentine’s Day!)