The Luxe Mix

Cocktail Ring Trend

The cocktail ring can make the entire outfit... i love statement pieces like that, that can carry the whole look just by being so fabulous. The tricky part is picking out the perfect one. I've been eying this House of Harlow Cocktail Ring. What do you think? Only problem is I'm guessing everyone and their best friend has it by now :( House of Harlow 1960 Gold Starburst Cocktail Ring with Black Leather @ Singer22.com for $50.00 Here's some others that I like.. Juicy Couture Turquoise Drama Cocktail Ring ($118.00 @ Zappos Couture) Aldo Twit Cocktail Ring ($12.00 @ Aldo.com ) CC Skye_Black_Onyx_Cocktail_Ring ($189.75 @ My-Wardrobe.com) Rings Eclectic White Rose Cocktail Ring ($98.00 @ shopintuition.com) Faceted Dome Ring ($49.50 @BananaRepublic.com) Can't wait until I can fit one of these bad boys on my hand (after I have normal size fingers) and after I can swig a real cocktail!

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Alexander Wang Crepe Classic Slim Dress

I can never get enough of sexy back. Backless, low back, cut out back.. i love them all. This dress here by Alexander Wang took my breath away... it's so subtly sexy. The front of this dress is a little disappointingly plain but just get in the door, turn around and TADOW how do ya like me now! I love the way the back drapes loosely, falling elegantly to create a sexy shadow down your back. Better work out those buns if you want to wear this LBD tho! $595 @ Tobi.com

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Derek Lam Romina Bag

Grey or not? I have no grey bags yet. It's a little drab for me but the styling on this Derek Lam bag is tempting. The handle would make it easy to carry, not too sure if it would add a lot of weight w/o actually feeling the bag though. The tassel is cute. But really, where does Derek Lam get off charging $1700 for one of his bags?? @shopbop.com for $1690

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Slot Chairs by Boettcher and Henssler

Form plus function is the only way to go. These "slot chairs" by Boettcher and Henssler are so neat/clean but also offer a useful twist by this little side table that slots into the chair. I like the muted colors too.. but I could see these being more popular in black and white or ivory hues. These would be great to pull out when entertaining a lot of guests in our tiny little home! @ http://www.boettcher-henssler.de/projects.html

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Bib Necklace Trend of 2009

I'm wondering if this is a result of me being pregnant and immersed in all things baby.. but I'm into the bib necklace trend these days. I know this is kinda played out by now but I never got around to getting one and now I'm feeling it so shoot me! I like the boldness of the line the bib necklace creates. I'm liking the bib over a casual white tee since the ornateness of most of these necklaces veers closely on the side of gaudy. I have yet to find the perfect one so I'm scouring the web.. surprisingly, sites like Shopbop and Revolve don't have much options if any on this trend. Here's a few that I like so far in my search for the perfect bib necklace. It's crazy but my favorite at this point is one I found at BR! $69.00!! I've been eyeing this one.. for several months and now it's on sale! Ben Amun Bib Necklace @ IntermixOnline.com This one from Kenneth Jay Lane on shopbop.com would look good with a simple black get up.

Anthropologie is hitting the trend hard and has a ton of bibs... (which means this is so mainstream but that's cool with me.. luxeness for the masses!)

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Polyvore Time!

I been playing with Polyvore again.. it helps me assess whether I'll be able to put enough looks together of new pieces I'm thinking of buying. Here's the latest: a maternity outfit... orange and stripes by LuxeGurl featuring Arturo Chiang shoes ..considering this Versace bag that's on sale at eluxury.. slick city by LuxeGurl featuring Mystique sandals i've had my eye on this dress for some time now.. steel maxi by LuxeGurl featuring Dior clutches

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Balmain Crystal Embellished Studded Sandals, As Seen on The Hills, Audrina Patridge, Rhianna…

Clearly the recession is over because $2300.00 for a pair of shoes didn't break a sweat for all the girls who went out and bought these Balmain Sandals. They are sold out everywhere and haven't been out for that long. I'm sure it doesn't hurt that all the celebs are wearing them everywhere you look. I'm a little surprised people have taken such a liking to them though since they are way blinged out. I guess that's what we've been building up to.. everyone is used to a little bling, now we are ready for the BIG BLING. I love them so much though and hope they do another run.. just one more guys. Looks like they were originally being sold for $1600.00 but the only place that has them left (not to mention only size 38) is Net-a-Porter and they've jacked them up to $2300!! The Fashionable Housewife found some great luxe-for-less options for these Balmains... must see.

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The Y-3 Spant: It’s Leggings.. no it’s a skort.. or maybe it’s…

just confused! This piece from Y-3 is an interesting number, what do you think? I appreciate the creative deviation from the same ole same ole. I'd consider getting a pair if I knew I could actually wear it out somewhere in the next year but considering I'll be on new-born mommy duty for the next 6-8 months I'll let someone else who'll actually look good in it have it for now! Clearly, the avant garde-ness of this piece isn't selling it off the block because it's on 30% sale at www.oaknyc.com. I'll admit it does look like something I could make myself with a little creative draping. At the original $394.. I'd defn. have to think twice about these spants. @www.oaknyc.com

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Shopbop Look of the Week

If you don't regularly cruise ShopBop's Lookbook.. I'd say you're missing out on a lot! My favorite look of the moment... it doesn't hurt that the model is smoky hot! I'd want her if I were a dude. @Shopbop.com

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Featured Luxe for Less Site: www.Buckle.com

A cross between Abercrombie & Fitch and Forever 21, www.Buckle.com, is worth a look or two. I haven't ordered anything from here yet but am about to order the python flats below. $26!! I like how the site allows you to filter down the selections you're browsing through by price, color, size, etc. Thank you Buckle.com for putting some thought into your website design!! http://www.buckle.com/