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What’s the Luxe Mix?

“Luxe” defined by Dictionary.com: luxury; elegance; sumptuousness: accommodations providing luxe at low rates. After talking with some people about my blog I realized I have never really defined what “Luxe” and the “Luxe Mix” is all about. To tell you the truth, I wasn’t even sure if the word “Luxe” existed in the English language.…

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What’s Luxe: LAMB Signature Oxford Handbag and Clutch Wallet

Have yet to see these in person so I might change my mind but for now I’m loving this pattern from Gwen’s LAMB line. From what I’ve seen of her bags in the past, they’re seemingly durable, sturdy.. almost a little too stiff. I’d defn. have to see this in person before going for it.…

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Napoleon Perdis Auto Pilot: Not to Prime is a Crime!

I wanted to let you all in on a new beauty regimen that I’ve been hoarding to myself.. I feel I should share it with somebody! Do you all prime your face before you start layering on your makeup? Well, if you don’t, take the advice that I was dished by one ultra fab gay…

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International Style: Korean Fashion Designer vack yuunzung

I just saw my cousin’s new line called “White”. It’s a perfect name because her designs certainly are heavenly. Props to my Cousin!! Her name is actually Yoonjung Park and she is an extremely talented fashion designer who lives in Seoul, Korea. Her mother (my aunt) is also a very well known fashion designer known…

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Zac Posen’s “It” Bags for Winter 2007

Another hot designer who’s managed to pull off the handbag thing.. welcome to my world Zac Posen. Thank you for adding some interest to the fall/winter handbag lineup. It seems everyone else has fallen asleep at the wheel. Wake up everyone! I first saw the Abbey Iconic Tote a few weeks back on Intermix Online.…

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Loeffler Randall Emmy Belted Boot

Aaaarhhh why didn’t I just get them when I wanted them?? I think I’ve lost them forever. The Loeffler Randall Emmy Belted Boot is hot! I have this sick problem of sitting on purchases. e.g. I find something I want and tell myself that I’ll come back later and get it. Of course I usually…

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Overnight Shipping is Negative $5 at Endless.com!!

I had heard about some great site Amazon had created for shoes but how come it’s so hard to find it? Well “Mo” showed me where it was today. Thanks Mo! Apparently they are still in beta but it’s true, you get $5 back if you ship overnight. Have yet to try this out myself…

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Handbag Holder — Want it!

The first time I heard about these they seemed kind of gimmicky but so incredibly useful. How many times have you sat at a restaurant clutching your bag in your lap or had it hanging precariously off the back of a chair and have some clumsy waiter knock it off — 3 times. Well I…

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Luxe Mix Christmas Gift Guide: Luxe Gifts for Everyone

I’ve really worn myself with the online shopping thing this year. Check this out.. I haven’t stepped foot in a mall yet but I’m almost done with my Christmas shopping.…

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Shopping for a Luxe Dog Bed for Little Rocky

I can’t recall if I’ve blogged about my little Rocky but he’s a 3 year old Shih Tzu who my husband and I semi-adopted. He’s actually my sister-in-law’s dog who we started dog-sitting and it turned into a more permanent solution. We struggled for a long time trying to decide whether to keep him or…

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