We Are In Control

"There are two ways to get where we are going. One is through pain and suffering—we are reactive and see ourselves as a victim of situations—we are out of control. The other is by choosing transformation. When we restrict our ego, stop reacting, and see obstacles as opportunities—we are in control. You might have to make this choice today. Which path will you take?"

By Yehuda Berg

Little Zara International Secrete

An employee at Zara gave great advice on their scarf’s; the kid scarf’s are just about the same size as adult but half the price. So make your way over to the kid section and load up on some winter accents.

Great Holiday Recipe

As a guest this year for Thanksgiving, I am sorting through ideas of what to bring to the meal.  I have decided to bake my favorite Iced Pumpkin Cookies. It is such an easy recipe and adds a different option on the dessert table.

Check out the recipe at Allrecipes.com

Happy Turkey Day

Favorite Purchase Of the Week

                             Click here to check out the Fur Vest

I have matched my new fur vest, from forever21, with everything from leggings to maxi dresses. It is something I am going to throw over whatever outfit I can. I recommend everyone add some kind of FAKE fur to their closet this winter. It is such an easy quick trendy look. Check out all the Celebrities caught in their, hopefully fake, fur this season! Kim Kardashian, Liz Hurley, Kristin Cavallari, Miley Cyrus, Nicole Richie, Olsen Twins, and of course the one and only Rachel Zoe!

Adding Color This Winter

Whenever I go out shopping I try to pick up colors to add to my very black wardrobe-but my pattern seems to continue. While I am sorting through clothing racks, my hands are filled with new black pieces. If you are like me and  nothing seems to look as chic  to you as it does in black, here are some finds we should venture out and add to our wardrobe this winter.

Flirt Tassel Scarf $17.24

UO Pin Wheel Glove $18.00

Umbrella with Ruffles $19.00

French Connection Over The Knee Socks $8.62

E.L.F Royal Red Lipstick $5.00

Be Inspired By Your Challenges This Week

"As soon as we make a commitment to change, our ego will challenge us. But behind the challenge is the blessing that we have been asking for. If we avert the challenge we miss the gift on the other side. What gift are you asking for?"

By Yehuda Berg

Gossip-iPads being sold for $399 on Black Friday?!?

Don't give up hope on finding a discount on the iPad. There has been rumors, that on Black Friday TJMax and Marshalls will be selling them $100 off retail price!

This rumor has been recently confirmed by TJMAX on Twitter that this is indeed fact! The only catch is they have not announced which stores. Stay tuned hopefully more details will be announced with the week to come!

Mini Skirt Hunt

I have been admiring all the mini skirts paired with tights strutting around the city. Of course, my first go to is J.Crew but with the holiday budget I am determined to find similar J.Crew looks for a 3^rd of the price!

Spotted:
1.   LuLus  Fandangle Copper Sequined Mini Skirt $39.00 resembles J.Crew Sequin mesh bell skirt for $128.00.

2. Forever21 Crinkled Leatherette Mini Skirt $17.95 resembles J.Crews Taffeta tulip mini for $158.00.

     

  

3. LuLu’s Tulle Butterscotch Candy Vegan Leather Skirt $47.00  resembles J.Crews Leather Atlee skirt for $325.0.

    4. Forever21 Fab Woven Skirt $10.50 resembles J.Crews Taffeta marvelle mini $79.50.

                                                 

Knowing When to Buy

If you don’t recognize these colorful arrows then you haven’t gotten the best rates for your flights!

A close friend turned me on to Bing Travel Price Predictors and lets just say I'm obsessed. As you search for your flights they let you know when to buy or wait too purchase. It will display a Confidence Rating and Fare History for the flight you are looking to book. Beware, it gets addicting to keep checking the rates just have faith in the arrows!

I also recommend reading The New York Times article By MICHELLE HIGGINS Practical Traveler, 10 Ways to Cut Your Travel Costs This Year .

Lets get those Deals this Holiday Season!

Looking To Get Out Of Town

American Airlines are offering flights from Chicago staring at $59.00!

Travel December 1, 2010, through December 16, 2010, or January 4, 2011, through February 16, 2011. You must purchase your ticket by Monday, November 22, 2010!

Clearance Sale at DSW

I am totally my mothers daughter. I have been cursed with the DSW love from a young age. I could spend my afternoon walking up and down the aisles for the perfect shoe.  Many times, I just go in the store to browse. You can find me sorting through the back room without buying a thing. However, Holiday shopping is in full force and you can't pass up the clearance! My one rule is that it’s never too late in the season for more boots-especially living in Chicago. Here are my favorites under $60! Plus Free shipping on orders $35 or more! Which is even more convenient because the DSW on Canal street is not easy to get too, but has the best back room for clearance. So now we get to take advantage from the web! Happy Shopping.

1.    Diba Daze 125901 Over The Knee Boot  $59.94

2.    Report Cookie Bootie $34.94

3.    Dirty Laundry Roadhouse Harness Rain Boot $34.94

4.    Rocket Dog Ride Lace Up Boot $59.94

5.    Madden Girl Revva Bootie $44.94