Test of Time

Coco Before Chanel

Amidst the insanity that is fashion week, there was one show that featured the designs of a certain reality TV star.  It’s Whitney Port, who Glamour has labeled as a ‘trendoid’. Since we just watched a screening of Coco Before Chanel and are now obsessed with classic designs – we beg the question, will Whitney’s collection last?  Or, will it end up in the clearance bin at Kohl’s like her buddy Lauren Conrad’s designs? Ouch.

Speaking of things that stand the test of time, there’s a cute company called Little Bird Style run by two visionary twenty somethings. Little Bird aims to style girls eighteen and under in the best way possible. Little Bird dresses girls well, but doesn’t veer off into grow up too fast territory. Before you dismiss it because of the target audience, take a look at the blog and sign up for the newsletter, set to be released next week.

Lastly, Frederic Fekkai is giving away shampoo!  No, really. Head over to the closest Saks Fifth Avenue on Thursday with the shampoo you currently use in hand. It doesn’t matter if the bottle is empty or full, and they’ll give you a bottle of Fekkai shampoo. Information on the event was included in a Daily Candy e-mail blast, but it is also Facebook official. The closest store to Philly is in Bala Cynwyd, but knock yourself out with the store locator.

Bags Under 100, Shoes Close to 1000

Courtesy of Glamour.com

Whitney Port of The City and formerly of The Hills did a fashion shoot with Women’s Health. In these pictures, Whitney is seen wearing gorgeous SoCal style brights around Gotham.

I confess, I have another girl crush. Don’t tell anyone, deal?  It’s Taylor Swift. Don’t act like you don’t have a crush on her too. Taylor did a cover shoot with Glamour. The website Just Jared has a piece of the action too, showcasing Taylor’s signature curls.

Perez Hilton’s crush Lady Gaga did a photoshoot as well. With no pants, of course.

In addition to the Taylor Swift cover shoot, Glamour Magazine’s website also has an article on how to wear heels and make them feel like sneakers. I’m not usually uncomfortable in heels, I just morph into a bigger klutz. I’ve been known to fall off curbs for no reason…but, I think that the discomfort in heels issue is a common one. Just the other day I overheard someone talking about issues wearing high heels while I was in the steam room at the gym. I didn’t ask about the pain or how it started, since I was slightly uncomfotable. I’m still a steam roomie newbie. Regardless, the article is worth a look.

Also in Glamour, Justin Timberlake gives dating advice.  I love JT, so any advice he’s willing to dish out, I’ll take. Glamour also has a page featuring bags UNDER 100 BUCKS!  Ok, I promise I’m done yelling now.

Lastly, if you want to spend close to $1000 on sneakers, check out Kanye’s new designs.

Think With Your Dipstick

There was a little baseball game on last night that you might have heard about. In honor of the Phillies’ opening night at Citizens Bank Park, McGillins’ Olde Ale House has created new drinks, including the Phillie-tini and the Phanatic Pheckin Bomb. The Phillie-tini has raspberry vodka, Triple Sec, and Crandberry juice, while the Phanatic Pheckin Bomb features Apple Pucker, Irish Whiskey, and Sin Apple Cider. Both sound like they’re worth a try.

While breaking away from the office for a liquid lunch might not be the best idea, you might not be SOL. If it’s a mock-tini you are after, it seems that Orbit has got you covered. They’ve got a whole host of flavors including Mint Mojito, Fabulous Frutitini, and Sangria Fresca. I’m not the only one that’s caught onto this. Not entirely sure what’s up with these flavors though. Is this what they hand out at A.A. meetings?

Maybe I should ask Jason, former Hills cast member. I wonder if he’ll re-emerge on tonight’s new episode. MTV’s got a slideshow to hold you over until 10, if you can’t stand the suspense.

Last night Carrie Underwood became the first woman since 2001 to be named the Academy of Country Music entertainer of the year. She’s also only the seventh woman EVER to win the ACM’s top honor since it was first handed out in 1970. I have a soft spot for Carrie. It’s awesome that this American Idol winner is accomplishing so much.

As far as making it through this Monday, just keep thinking with your dipstick. You’ll be just fine.