Archive for November, 2009

Review: Tall Gladiator Heels

12, Nov 2009

Tall Gladiator Heels ($39.80)

Rating: Buy it never
Fit: Forever 21 says these shoes feature “multiple elastic straps that zip all the way up and fit super snug.” The first part is true. They do feature elastic straps, which look like stirrups lining your calves. Not so hot. At first, it was so hard to [...]

Review: Leather Fringe Vest

11, Nov 2009

Leather Fringe Vest ($39.80)
Rating: Wear it forever

Fit: If you’re in the market for a fringe vest then you’re in luck. I’m personally not a suede vest girl but if I was I’d buy this one in a heartbeat. It’s a little pricey for Forever 21 but it looks like it could easily have come [...]

Review: Pleated Satin Mini Skirt

9, Nov 2009

Pleated Satin Mini Skirt ($15.80)

Rating: Buy it never
Fit: The satin is even crinkled in the picture shown on the website. That’s never a good sign. It means the garment is going to look cheap… which this one most certainly does.
Versatility: Don’t even bother. Get the Satin Jacquard Skirt instead for the same price [...]

Review: Wool Blend Overcoat

8, Nov 2009

Wool Blend Overcoat ($39.80)
Rating: Wear It Forever
Fit: It was love at first sight when I saw this coat pop up on F21’s website. 60’s Jackie O vibe always instant love in my book. But you never know if an Internet relationship is going to work out until you meet in real life (make sure it’s [...]

Houdstooth Jacket Styled 3 Ways

8, Nov 2009

1. Diane von Furstenberg top, Forever 21 jeans, Jules Smith bangles, Steve Madden flats
2. Forever 21 skirt, Target belt, vintage pearls worn as a bracelet, Charles Jourdan pumps
3. Forever 21 dress, lia sophia necklace and bangles, Manolo Blahnik sandals
I spotted this jacket while waiting for Jen at the register one day. It was just after [...]

Faux Leather Skort Styled 4 Ways

8, Nov 2009

1. Nanette Lepore top, vintage pearls, lia sophia cuff, Steve Madden shoes
2. Rebecca Taylor top, Erzulinea necklace, Alice + Olivia for Payless booties
3. Forever 21 turtleneck, one Banana Republic brooch and the other two I found at a London flea market, Erzulinea ring, DKNY tights, Guess peep toes
4. Forever 21 tee, vintage chain belt worn [...]

Review: Satin Jacquard Skirt

7, Nov 2009

Satin Jacquard Skirt ($15.80)
Rating: Wear it forever
Fit: Now whenever I see jacquard I think of Michelle Obama, but that’s certainly not a bad thing. I think the first lady would approve of this skirt which is slimming, thank to vertical pleating, which give just enough volume to hide your flaws, yet still lies flat across [...]

Review: Origami Couture Skirt

6, Nov 2009

Origami Couture Skirt ($26.00)
Rating: Trendy for now… and spring… and maybe next fall but certainly not a classic
Fit: If you’re worried about adding more volume to your bottom half then don’t even bother with this one. But if you have some wiggle room, then this is definitely a more interesting option than the usual full [...]

Review: Belted Halter Dress

6, Nov 2009

Belted Halter Dress ($44)
Rating: Buy it never
Fit: I appreciate Twelve by Twelve’s effort. I really do. From afar, and I’m talking all the way across the store, this dress looks uber chic. Then you get closer and the disappointment kicks in. But still, you want to try it on because a belted, bustier dress like [...]

Review: Blotchy Floral Woven Dress

5, Nov 2009

Blotchy Floral Woven Dress ($22.80)
Rating: Wear it Forever
Fit: Padded busts. A Forever 21 feature Jen and I absolutely despise. But there’s an exception to every rule and this is one of them. The subtle padding combined with the crossover sweetheart neckline actually enhances the bust, rather than making it look like you just got a [...]


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