Charge It, Please!

Loving:

♥Current/Elliott The Roller Jeans in Catskill Destroy
♥Free People Pegasus Sweater in Ivory
♥Jean-Michel Cazabat Leigh Wrap Strap Booties in Taupe/Cream
♥Mania Mania Immortals Cuff in Bronze
♥Rag & Bone Utility Bag in Heather Gray
♥Mikal Winn Wrapped Turquoise Pendant Necklace in Turquoise
♥OPI Mermaid’s Tears from the Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Collection
Over to you, lovers; what pretties have left you with the desire to shout "Charge it please!"?


Fashionably yours!


Don't forget to enter the G-L-A-M-O-R-O-U-S Giveaway for your chance to win a copy of Sally Jeffrie’s The Girls’ Book of Glamour: A Guide to Being a Goddess.

Don't forget to enter the A Case for Style Giveaway for your chance to win a $60.00 Gift Certificate good towards anything at Caseable.

Hi, I Adore You...

Adoring:

♥Catherine Malandrino Elizabeth Blouse in Blanc
♥Lucy in Disguise Haight & Ashbury Dress in Vintage Blue
♥True Religion Misty Super Skinny Legging Jeans in Ghost Train
♥Giuseppe Zanotti Suede Wedge Pumps with Ankle Strap
♥Rebecca Minkoff Henry Bag in Grey
♥OPI No Room for the Blues from the Brights by OPI Collection
♥Tom Binns Albiceleste Crystal Necklace in Black/Blue/White
Tell me, my loves; what are you currently adoring?


Fashionably yours!


Don't forget to enter the Ooh La La, It’s Lingerie Giveaway for your chance to win the lingerie set of YOUR CHOICE from Lingerie Please.

Don't forget to enter the Heels on the Sidewalk Giveaway for your chance to win a pair of West Heels in Denim (Retail Value $149.95) from Pelle Moda.

Don't forget to enter the Retro Girl for the Summer Giveaway for your chance to win the retro swimsuit of YOUR CHOICE from Popina Swimwear.

Charge It, Please!

Loving:

♥Jean-Michel Cazabat Ivanka Haircalf Pumps in Black/White
♥See by Chloe Printed Resin Bangle Set in Marine
♥Alice + Olivia Box Pleat Leather Skirt in Black
♥ONE by T. Cyia Scarf Necklace in Rose Gold / Gunmetal
♥Gorjana Hudson Quilted Cross Body Bag in Rose Dust
♥Bird by Juicy Couture Bustle Back Fine Knit Cardigan in Orlina
♥OPI Steady As She Rose from the Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Collection
Over to you, lovers; what pretties have left you with the desire to shout "Charge it please!"?


Fashionably yours!


Don't forget to enter the Heels on the Sidewalk Giveaway for your chance to win a pair of West Heels in Denim (Retail Value $149.95) from Pelle Moda.

Don't forget to enter the Retro Girl for the Summer Giveaway for your chance to win the retro swimsuit of YOUR CHOICE from Popina Swimwear.

Don't forget to enter the Fresh Faced and Fabulous with Polyphenols Benefits Giveaway for your chance to win a Dr. Perricone product valued at $150.00 or less from Perricone MD.

Charge It, Please!

Loving:

♥Shoshanna Beaded Strapless Dress in Ocean Blue
♥American Apparel Small Leather Carry-All Pouch in Melon Green
♥Pour La Victoire Abigail Platform Sandals in Aqua
♥Vix Swimwear Escape Bandeau Bikini Top in Multi and Solid New Band Bikini Bottoms in Royal
♥OPI Bubble Bath
♥P. Luca for Barami Peachy Pendant Necklace
♥Cambria Cove Mix-It-In Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker by Cuisinart
Over to you, lovers; what pretties have left you with the desire to shout "Charge it please!"?


Fashionably yours!


Don't forget to enter the Ready for My Close-Up Giveaway for your chance to win a bottle of Natural Collagen Inventia Face 50 mL (a $106.67 retail value) from CollFix.

Don't forget to enter the Back Talk Giveaway for your chance to win a Costa Blanca Floral Crochet Back Top from HighGlossFashion.

Charge It, Please!

Loving:

♥Insight Playground Love Bikini in Deep ‘n’ Meaningful
♥Levi’s Vintage Clothing 70062 Shrunken Trucker Jacket in Light and Embro
♥K. Jacques Bikini Roman Thong Sandals in Pul Natural
♥Winter Kate Health Long Floral Skirt in Print 50A
♥Nanette Lepore Straw Tote in Champagne
♥OPI Steady As She Rose from the Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Collection
♥bluma project Ola Paper Bead Necklace in Lavender
Over to you, lovers; what pretties have left you with the desire to shout "Charge it please!"?


Fashionably yours!


Don't forget to enter the Back Talk Giveaway for your chance to win a Costa Blanca Floral Crochet Back Top from HighGlossFashion.

Don't forget to enter the Stylin’ with Stella & Dot Giveaway for your chance to win a $50.00 Gift Certificate from Stella & Dot.

Hi, I Adore You...

Adoring: Flirty frocks in fruity flavors sporting 70s-inspired aesthetics, and swishing skirts like Rebecca Taylor’s Punched Halter Dress in Melon. Ruffles, scallops, diamonds…one simply could not ask for more elegant embellishments. Evanouissement!; Sky-high sandals adorned with saucy ankle straps capable of making le glamorous gals gams look even more gorgeous than usual a la Frye’s Kara Cork Platform Sandals in Camel; Timeless toppers for sassy sundresses – specifically Forever 21’s Vintage Denim Jacket in Light Denim; Vintage Lanvin Round Frame Sunglasses via American Apparel - le ultimate in retro eyewear, qui ne redresse pas est? Ooh, I want!; One-of-a-kind accessories with charming details like the tiny bells, Chinese coin charm, and multi-colored beads spotting JADEtribe’s Karen Stripe Clutch; Luscious lacquers in tropical shades a la OPI’s Bright Lights Big Color; Forever 21’s Floral Medallion Necklace – quite le chic conversation starter, mais oui?

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


Fashionably yours!


Don't forget to enter the Bag the Bling Giveaway for your chance to win a $25.00 Gift Certificate from PurseBling.

Don't forget to enter the Cruisin’ with CSN Giveaway for your chance to win a $75.00 Gift Certificate from CSN Stores.

Hi, I Adore You...

Adoring: Oversized baubles encrusted with jewel-toned stones that make the wearer feel like a true royal a la Dannijo’s Baila Ring; Foiled frocks with coquettish detailing like Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent’s Corset Dress with Pleating; Saucy skinnies in charcoal hues with metallic understones – specifically Paige Denim’s Verdugo Jeggings; Sophisticated accoutrements that are subtly flashy and tongue-in-cheek chic a la Club Monaco’s Cora Sequin Jacket; Quilted ballerinas that are every bit as cozy and comfy as they are fabulous courtesy of Sam Edelman's Calypso in Pewter; Madewell’s Ice Cluster Bib Necklace – a preemptive way for one to channel their inner Snow Queen, mais oui?; Metallic polishes with a touch of pretty pastel such as Nicole by OPI’s Light A Candle.

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


Fashionably yours!


Don't forget to enter the Twinkle Toes Giveaway for your chance to win three (3) pairs of Lingerie Toes from Voet Hosiery.

Don't forget to enter the Make A Wish Giveaway for your chance to win a Black Enamel Four Leaf Clover Necklace from Regina Pierallini Jewelry Design.

Hi, I Adore You...

Adoring: Winter white sweater dresses that call for a comfy couch, a cozy fireplace, and a mug of hot cocoa (with mini marshmallows, of course!) a la Rag & Bone’s Darley Sweater Dress; Minis that sparkle, twinkle, shine, and shimmer like freshly popped champagne such as Haute Hippie’s Confetti Sequin Miniskirt; Faux fur cover-ups that channel the style of the elegantly omnipresent Edie Sedgwick like EXPRESS’ (Minus The) Fur Leopard Coat; Chunky statement necklaces that wink at your many admirers with every glittering step that you take – specifically Kenneth Jay Lane’s Chain Bib Necklace; Scrummy-smelling candles made to look like fall foliage a la Crate & Barrel’s Large Pinecone Candle; Crimson colored hair accessories like Anthropologie’s Leather Laurel Headband in Red; The Great Christmas Cookie Swap Cookbook by The Editors of Good Housekeeping. After all, one must always be prepared for the inattendu, mais oui?

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


Fashionably yours!


Don't forget to enter the Make A Wish Giveaway for your chance to win a Black Enamel Four Leaf Clover Necklace from Regina Pierallini Jewelry Design.

Don't forget to enter the Fabulous on Fifth Giveaway for your chance to win a Small Deenie Bag in Black from Anabelle by Marcia Sherrill.

Girl in Pearls Giveaway Winner

To be completely honest with you kitty cats, it’s truly not fair! Cupid hasn’t even spread his down-filled snowy white wings yet, and already one (1) of you lovely lambs has been hit with an astounding arrow proffering not love, but the very next best thing…jewelry! Darlings you already know what’s coming – it’s time to announce the lucky winner of the Girl in Pearls Giveaway. Congratulations to…

…Treacle of Confessions of a Lingerie Addict! No matter what you happen to find yourself accoutered in my love, you are destined to effuse nonstop class and sophistication with this single strand of perfect pearls clasped around your throat!

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.

Girl in Pearls Giveaway

Darlings if we learned anything, anything at all, from Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast At Tiffany’s it is that all girls should be in possession of two very important things: a little black dress that drapes decadently over her form, and a singular strand of pearls to clasp around the nape of her neck – two timeless, sophisticated necessities that one is simply powerless without. By now I imagine many of you are already armed with the former; now, however, you have the chance to claim the latter as your very own.

You’ve surmised correctly, kitty cats! Café Fashionista has teamed up with Louis Anthony, a premiere Pittsburgh Jeweler, to bring one (1) of you fortunate femme fatales a pearl necklace valued at approximately $300.00. A bedazzling bauble made up of 9.5mm freshwater pearls hanging 18-inches in length, and adorned with a 14k gold French hook-style clasp destined to sprinkle your style with a chic touch of classic appeal.

To Enter the Girl in Pearls Giveaway:

♥For one (1) entry, leave a comment on this post between now and Thursday, January 28, 2010 at midnight PST.

♥For two (2) entries, Twitter about this giveaway, and leave a comment on this post between now and Thursday, January 28, 2010 at midnight PST with your Twitter URL.

♥For three (3) entries, become a follower of Café Fashionista on Blogger/Google Reader/Google Friend Connect, and leave a comment on this post between now and Thursday, January 28, 2010 at midnight PST (if you are already a Café Fashionista follower, please say so in your comment).

I will randomly pick one (1) name out of a hat (who knows, it could be yours!), and announce the winner on Friday, January 29, 2010.

Good luck everyone!

This Giveaway is open to U.S. Residents!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Pittsburgh Jeweler for the picture.

An Apple A Day

I have been tempted by the forbidden fruit. A crystal-encrusted tribute to the food that poisoned the flaxen-haired Snow White. An enamel enshrouded pendant thought to promote good health. A dark as night home to the wayward wiggly worm.

No matter how you look at Kenneth Jay Lane ’s Apple Necklace you can undoubtedly predict that you’ll be bobbing for a breather after fielding question after question about the avant garde pendant. It’s a juicy piece that holds so many stories and possibilities within its under 2-inch round body. The black is shiny; quite reminiscent of the frame of a Magic 8 Ball. And the gold and crystals? A magical contrast to the midnight sphere.

An apple a day...will it truly keep the doctor away, or is it more likely to keep the accessory addicted fashionista’s jewelry cravings at bay?

Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Regencies for the picture.

Trunk Show

“E is for elephant and for Erika. E is for elephant and for Erika...” Those seven words were repeated to me over and over again when I was learning how to spell my name back when I was in preschool. Imaginably it was that particular drill that made me so fond of the larger than life, wiggly eared animals that are synonymous with good luck; and the reasoning behind my search for a captivating elephant inspired pendant necklace, much like this vintage beauty from Lattice Designs. Between the off-white enamel covering the elephant’s diminutive head; the white, sparkling crystals filling in for his eyes and dotting his tiny gold body; and the lifelike sculpturing of his little toes and flippy tail, I feel plum lucky just having laid eyes on this trumpeting treasure!


Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Lattice Designs for the picture.

Garden Party

I’m in the market for a statement necklace. Something big, bold, fun. Something like this Spring Bliss Necklace. It has all the makings of the ideal statement necklace – bright colors, fun themes, and perfect for dressing up or dressing down. From the big cutout butterflies, to the flowers that seemingly bloom right before your eyes. It’s like a garden party around your neck!

Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Forever 21 for the picture.

Hip to Be Square

"I know that it's crazy
I know that it's nowhere
But there is no denying that
It's hip to be square"
Huey Lewis & the News, "Hip to Be Square"

Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Forever 21 for the picture.

Desperately Seeking Nadia

When I was seven-years-old I received a set of nesting dolls for my birthday from a family friend that I thought were the most wonderful treasure. Their colors were bright, and the fact that each one opened up to reveal an identical counterpart - only smaller than the last - made me feel as if I had been given numerous gifts in one. When we moved, I misplaced my nesting dolls, and have yet to find them; I have, however, found something just as good...little Nadia. Nadia is a tiny nesting doll that is more useful than the rest because she holds the power to transform your entire outfit by hanging front and center from your neck via an eighteen-inch gold toned chain attached to a vintage-inspired, gold-trimmed, flower-adorned piece of enameled metal. Everything about this Naughty Secretary Club creation is perfect - from Nadia's little eyelashes and heart-shaped mouth, to the perky flowers dotting her wooden body. This is the doll I have been searching for all of my life - adorable, quirky, and small enough to fit in my pocket; I think I'm in love!

Fashionably yours!


Thanks to Naughty Secretary Club for the picture.