Get Paid To Promote, Get Paid To Popup, Get Paid Display Banner

New Year's Dress-olutions

    Happy Holidays, glamazons! xoxoxo

    What's your New Year's Dress-olution? Mine is to find an amazing corset dress to complement my fab fashion find from work, a fur coat from House of Dereon (it's time like these when I just love my job...sigh).

    If you're in the same boat as me, and are searching high and low for a show-stopping dress, look no further! In the spirit of the holidays, we've hit the malls and the web to find the outfits that look like a million bucks and cost as little as possible. Here are the glamazons' frugal and fierce picks---all from your local retail stores and fave websites. No need to thank us---consider it our holiday gift to you!

    ~*~*~*~*

    NYE is the one night of the year where you can be unapologetically glamorous, festive and over-the-top. This season's fashion statements---jewels, metallics, sequins, bold accessories, electric hues and ruffles---are the perfect party companions.

    Crowned Jewel


    For ladies with demure, sophisticated style, bejeweled necklines are the only way to shine. They're festive without being flashy, glamorous without being gawdy. Better still, the jewel embellishments act like a built-in necklace. Add a bracelet and pretty clutch and you've got a look that radiates femininity.


    Photobucket



    Bebe dress, $159, Bebe stores.

    Photobucket

    Marciano sandals, $290, Guess stores.

    Photobucket

    Marciano cuff, $88, Guess stores.


    Photobucket

    Jessica McClintock dress, $173, jessicamcclintock.com.





    Photobucket

    Claire's bracelets, $10, Claire's stores.

    Photobucket

    Martinez Volero sandals, $70, DSW stores.

    Photobucket

    Aldo ring, $10, Aldo stores.


    Heavy Metal

    As Hollywood's young luminaries have proved, metallic threads add a shimmery glow to every complexion. There are a million ways to dazzle: go short and fitted with a lame dress or draped and Grecian with an elegant, one-shoulder stunner. Pour on the glam and glitz but remember: the dress should be the center of attention. Accessories shouldn't compete for the spotlight. Pull the look together with a pair of opaque tights and black pumps.

    Photobucket



    Anne Klein dress, $198, Macy's stores.






    Photobucket



    Edressme.com dress, $198, edressme.com.

    Photobucket

    Urban Outifitters dress, $98, Urban Outfitters stores.


    Photobucket

    BCBGeneration dress, $138, Macy's stores.





    Sequins of Events



    Star light, star bright. Sparkle plenty with a glistening minidress or add a dose of scintillating shine with a tank top. If you want a more understated look, choose a dress with a sunburst of sequins for a touch of subtle glamour.




    Photobucket


    Forever 21 dress, $40, Forever 21 stores.

    Photobucket

    Nine West tights, $14, Nine West stores.

    Photobucket

    Steve Madden pumps, $130, Steve Madden stores.

    Photobucket



    Express high-waisted skirt, $50, Express stores. Paired with a tucked-in blouse, this skirt is the perfect blend of sophistication and glamour.

    Photobucket


    Delia's dress, $45, delias.com.




    Photobucket

    Sizzle by Coloriffics sandals, $70, DSW stores.

    Photobucket

    Jessica McClintock clutch, $57, Macy's stores.




    Photobucket



    French Connection dress, $100, French Connection stores.


    Photobucket

    Marciano earrings, $68, Guess stores.

    Photobucket

    Aldo shoes, $24, Aldo stores.


    The Bold and the Beautiful


    Will the LBD (little black dress) ever die? Beyonce certainly doesn't think so. The versatile classic is perfect for holiday get-togethers and dressy events alike. This season's twist? Accessories that add a punchy pop of color from fuschia pumps to rainbow-colored clutches. The beauty's in the details.

    Photobucket


    Photobucket

    White House Black Market dress, $95, White House Black Market stores.


    Photobucket

    Topshop dress, $110, topshop.com.

    Photobucket

    Marciano earrings, $48, Guess stores.

    Photobucket

    Apt 9, $15, Kohl's stores.



    Photobucket

    Guess sandals, $100, Guess stores.



    On The Fringe

    Nothing exudes flirty, carefree sexiness like the roaring '20's flapper dress. This look is perfect for hitting the dance floor---you can shimmy it up with every move. (And feel free to eat as many hors d'oeuvres as your heart desires in this forgiving silhouette).


    Photobucket

    Arden B. dress, $88.80, ardenb.com.


    Photobucket

    Marciano necklace, $68, Guess stores.

    Photobucket

    Forever 21 clutch, $13, Forever 21 stores.


    Electric Lady

    Electric blue, red, purple and green. Winter's colors of choice (with purple being a personal favorite) are downright stunning! Slip on a dress/blouse/skirt in one of these boldvhues and voila, instant glamification. Coupled with the beautiful luster of satin fabric, these colors make any look special.

    Photobucket

    Jessica McClintock dress, $138, jessicamcclintock.com.

    Photobucket

    Jessica McClintock dress, $135, jessicamcclintock.com.



    Frill Seeker


    Ruffles are adding ladylike appeal to every look this season, adorning the neckline of the most beautiful blouses or dancing around the hem of the perfect holiday dress.

    Photobucket

    Charlotte Russe dress, $29, Charlotte Russe stores.


    Photobucket



    Urban Outfitters dress, $78, Urban Outfitters stores.


    Photobucket

    Charlotte Ronson dress, $200, Urban Outfitters stores.




    Now you can hit the party circuit in style and still have money left over for lots of champagne and party favors. ;-)




    Write us at theglamazonsblog@gmail.com or post a comment with any last-minute fashion questions for your NYE look and we'll be more than happy to help. Here's to a great New Year's Eve and an even better 2009!




    Kisses,




    Coutura

Attention: End of the Year Sale Time!!!!!!!!!!


    ...cause girls just want to have funds!


    Christmas is over and we all know what that means: Stores are practically giving away inventory to get ready for the new year (and rid of the holiday leftovers)!!! In honor of our favorite lingerie brand, Victoria's Secret's Semi-Annual Sale, here are the best sales from around the web.


    Forever21.com ~ up to 50% off
    Gap.com ~ up to 50% off
    Oldnavy.com ~ up to 75% off
    Br.com (Banana Republic) ~ up to 80%
    Alloy.com ~ up to 80% off
    Shopbop.com ~ up to 70% off
    Shopintuition.com ~ up to 80% off
    Bluefly.com ~ up to 75% off
    Expressfashion.com ~ $10 and up
    Macys.com ~ 20-65% plus sale
    Bloomingdales.com ~ up to 70% off
    Nordstroms.com ~ 40% or more
    Saks.com ~ up to 75% off
    Eluxury.com ~ extra 30% off all sale items
    Barneys.com ~ up to 75% off
    Bebe.com ~ 50% off dresses
    Delias.com ~ up to 80% off
    Thelimited.com ~ up to 70% off
    Anntaylor.com ~ up to 60% off
    JCrew.com ~ up to 60% off
    Bakersshoes.com ~ extra 25% off all sale items
    Paylessshoessource.com ~ up to 40% off
    Target.com ~ up to 75% off
    Kohls.com ~ up to 80% off (.99 cents shipping on every item!!)
    Steve and Barry's stores ~ up to 70% off
    Nike.com ~ extra 20% off sale items

    *MORE SALES*
    Urbanoutfitters.com
    Abercrombie.com
    Stevemadden.com
    Topshop.com
    Footlocker.com


    Everything's going fast so shop now!


    Happy Saving!

    Kisses,

    Coutura

Yulia Brodskaya

    Amazing papercraft artwork by Russian artist Yulia Brodskaya.
    Heart
    Bye
    The Magic is in the Telling
    Ran out of ideas now what
    Bon appetit
    I remember seeing paper curling tools at crafts stores and realizing it was an artform that required way too much skill for me to get involved with. Well done Yulia.
    via Semisetadrift

High School Fashion 1969

    I was doing a little perusing of the Life Archives again today and I happened to punch "high school' into the old yellin' horn and what emerged but these bonkerstown photos taken by someone named Arthur Schatz in 1969. I mean... Is this for realsies? I can't tell if this was an editorial or just candids he shot at some sunny high school. What school is this? It looks like whatever the school was in Clueless. I need ANSWERS people! The interweb is no help.
    Band Practice?Next levs tights situationDo you die?I. DIE.I live for her.Not a model?Model?the hair!She is doing my Paper Moon dance.
    did people really dress like this for school?
    um LEG BAND ?!?!?!
    Is that a real Archie style jalopy in the background?Is Arthur spying on these young lovers?did I mention the hair?

Blog Archive