Sunday Steals: Casadei Platform Sandals for Pennies

Lovers, in the left corner cast your glamorous gaze upon Casadei’s pretty Platform Sandals in Coral from the Spring/Summer 2011 Collection; to the right, prepare to be swept away by Jessica Simpson’s charming Prinnce in Cranberry Maya Nubuck.

While the platform and heel height of the jewel-toned Jessica Simpson lovelies is a bit higher than that of their couture cousins; for a mere $98.00, as opposed to the $675.00 price tag of the Casadei Platforms, they are the perfect footwear selection for the frugalista looking for her knight in shining armor – and affordable enough to scoop up three saucy shades (Cranberry Maya Nubuck, Whiskey Lima Leather, and Black Eco Nappa)!

Which role have you decided to undertake on this sultry Sunday, kittens? Tightwad or spendthrift?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to TheCorner and Jessica Simpson Collection for the pictures.


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Thrifty Thursday: Miu Miu Desert Suede Studded Platform Slingbacks for a Steal

Darlings, in the left corner you will find Miu Miu’s decadent Desert Suede Studded Platform Slingbacks – the very same ones seen countless times on Jessica Simpson; to the right feast your eyes on BCBGeneration’s blissful Blend Sandal.

While the platform of the BCBGeneration’s is a darker shade of wood than the blonde seen upon the magnificent Miu Miu’s; for just $110.00, as opposed to the $495.00 required to add the Miu Miu’s to your shoe collection, they are every bit as chic as their haute couture counterparts, allowing the frugal fashionista a splash of star style without breaking her budget!

So mes chéris, what are you up to today? Will your AmEx take a beating with a splurge, or will you stay safe and thrifty with a frugal buy?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Bluefly and Endless for the pictures.


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Hi, I Adore You...

Adoring: Cute carryalls sealed with a kiss like the Love Letter Clutch from Felix Rey. Black, gold…either would be a splendrous addition to my handbag collection – l'amour, l'amour, l'amour!; Sparkling nail lacquers chock full of colorful hearts a la Step 2 The Beat of My Heart from Nicole by OPI’s Justin Bieber One Less Lonely Girl Collection. Utterly adorbs, mais oui?; Diane von Furstenberg’s Meghan Leopard Scarf in Snow Leopard Pink – obvious proof that a leopard can most certainly change his spots, non?; Plum perfect footwear courtesy of Jessica Simpson’s Angie in Plum Suede; Luscious legwear in a wide array of intoxicating hues such as American Apparel’s Opaque Pantyhose in Bordeaux; Flirty, ethereal frocks that flit daintily with every step one takes, invoking visions of a true fairytale princess a la Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent’s Strapless Tuck Pleat Dress; Playful sunnies perfect for concealing your pretty peepers when peeking at cute boys in the park like Carrera’s Forever Mine Sunglasses in Crystal/Fuchsia/White.

Tell me, my loves; what are you currently adoring?


Fashionably yours!


Don't forget to enter the Face Off: Best Deep Wrinkle Creams Giveaway for your chance to win Perricone MD’s Cold Plasma Body (a $95.00 value).

Don't forget to enter the Shoe-La-La and Zappos Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Karen Beaumont’s Shoe-La-La and a $50.00 Gift Certificate to Zappos.

Play It Again, Sam

All I Want for Christmas Is You - Mariah Carey
These Are the Special Times - Christina Aguilera
Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) - Death Cab for Cutie
White Christmas - Katy Perry
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas - Coldplay
I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus - Jessica Simpson
Season of Love - Shiny Toy Guns
Let It Snow - Kylie Minogue
Snowfall - Ingrid Michaelson
Step Into Christmas - Elton John
What song has left you with the urge to say Play It Again, Sam this week, my loves?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to We ♥ It for the picture.


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Sunday Steals: Fendi Leather Spy Bag on a Budget

Kitty cats, on the left we have Fendi’s luxurious Leather Spy Bag, an accessory that has literally overtaken the celebrity world, having been seen upon the arms of everyone from Jessica Simpson to Hilary Duff, Gwen Stefani to Ashlee Simpson, Kim Kardashian to Ashley Tisdale, and countless others; on the right we have Handbag Heaven’s Classic Secret Agent Bag.

Though the Handbag Heaven pretty is constructed out of faux leather, as opposed to real; for just $42.46, in comparison to the $2,250.00 required to take the Fendi home, it is every bit as capable of bringing the frugal fashionista a splash of star style on a budget. Plus, it’s available in six colors (black, red, mustard yellow, pewter, cream, and blue) – so you can style yourself with a different one nearly every single day of the week!

Your turn loves…will you be thrifty or suckered into putting on your spendthrift cap?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Saks Fifth Avenue and Handbag Heaven for the pictures.


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Play It Again, Sam

Make Me Wanna Die - The Pretty Reckless
Let's Go Surfing - The Drums
A Public Affair - Jessica Simpson
You Are Not A Robot - Hoodie Allen feat. Marina and the Diamonds
We Don't Want Your Body - Stars
Masquerade - Ashley Tisdale
Love the Way You Lie - Eminem feat. Rihanna
Ghost In My Head - Niva
Dreams (The Cranberries Cover) - Passion Pit
Know Your Onion! - The Shins
What song has left you with the urge to say Play It Again, Sam this week, my loves?


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to We ♥ It for the picture.


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Cozy Up to Shopbop and UGG Boots Giveaway Winner

Darlings, I myself am incapable of resisting the luxurious wares proffered by both Shopbop.com and UGG Boots; hence the reason why I would love to simply select myself as the winner of the $100 Shopbop.com gift certificate. But alas, such behavior would be utterly appalling on my part; so I shall resist temptation, as hard as it may be, and instead extend the fabulous prize to the absolute next best thing…one (1) of you lovely readers! Congratulations to…

…Jessica of Style Obsession, whose answer stated:

“Well, you know a picture is worth a 1,000 words, so I couldn't help but make a collage to show you what I'd love to wear with the gorgeous Elsey Tall Wedge Boots. With frequent snowfalls here in Wisconsin, cozy boots like these would keep my feet and legs warm in the knee-high snow!

I'd love to wear these with clothes in elegant colors and interesting textures, like this fantasy outfit I'd recreate with pieces from my closet...”

You now have the opportunity to make this dream ensemble a reality, Jessica!

Please e-mail me at cafefashionista@yahoo.com with your mailing address to claim your prize.

Thank you to the winner, and to everyone who entered Café Fashionista’s giveaway!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Listal for the picture.


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