Currently Coveting

In case you haven't noticed I have a major shopping urge right now. This is day three of "Currently Coveting" this week, and it might just continue tomorrow.

I have been coveting these Steve Madden Shoes for over a year now. I first was introduced to the style when my friend Lyndsay had a pair that were similar from Target, and I have been eyeing them ever since.

Just last week blogger Sarah Tucker posted a photo of herself wearing the same shoes. I was hoping that Target had brought them back, but hers were also Steve Madden.

The biggest dilemma is which color to choose from! 

Steve Madden Nonstp $99.95

Consign Design

I spent two weeks in Sun Valley over the holidays, and as all of you know, a trip to Sun Valley is not complete without a visit to Consign Design. As usual, it was a designer gold mine.

There were two INCREDIBLE Victoria Beckham dresses, and my friend SB took one home with her. Doesn't she look incredible in that dress? Hello barre3 booty! And, she only paid $85 for it (the dress that is. The booty...well, that takes more time, money and hard work)!

There were so many other things I wanted to take home with me.

1) bronze chain link necklace ($85) 2) Tortoise patent Christian Louboutin heels ($145)...I wish I could have squeezed my 38.5 size feet into these 36.5 shoes. 3) Dolce Vita animal print booties 

4) DVF printed blouse

I passed up a pair of fabulous Kate Spade black suede platform pumps and some cute studded Steve Madden smoking slippers as well.

But worry not, I didn't leave empty handed....I came home with this amazing jacket. If you can't quite see the label, its a D&G (Dolce and Gabbana) Lambskin black leather jacket, and it's FABULOUS. It's the softest most amazing leather.

What is even more incredible was the $195 price tag. The Mini Fashionista bought it for me as a Christmas gift (i.e. she signed the credit card receipt). Wasn't that generous of her? I can't wait to wear it, so stay tuned for a "What I Wore" post soon.

Splurge vs. Save

One of these shoes costs $59.95 and the other only $24.99. 

Can you tell the difference? My guess is "no".

The top pair is the Steve Madden Ecentrcq, and the bottom is the Target Mossimo Dedra. They are nearly the same shoe, but the Target slip-on is half the price. Let's be honest...next year this style will be "so last year." So, I'm pretty sure you are better off spending less and putting them to rest after a season.

I was at Target over the weekend and tried on the Mossimo pair. I nearly bought them but decided not to. I'm kind of regretting the decision. If I find myself there again, and they still have my size...they might just come home with me.

I will keep you posted!

Not Your Mom's HSN

I was lucky enough to take a trip down south to Florida recently to visit HSN. I know what you're thinking - insomniacs, hermits, your grandmother....let me tell you, it is none of these things. They are at the forefront of the retail industry, revolutionizing the way people shop and interact with a brand. And did I mention all the cool celebrities with whom they have partnerships?! Like their motto says, "It's fun here," and it is.

Working at HSN would be AMAZING...but it's certain I'd blow my paycheck each month faster than one of their show clocks could count down - between clothes, home, and accessories, every time I turned around there was something I needed wanted. Here are a few things I've got my eye on...(several of which I saw in person).

G by Giuliana Rancic Detachable Tie Blouse

Hal Rubenstein Ponte Skirt

Badgley Mischka Jacquard Blazer

Badgley Mischka Jacquard Mix Ponte Ponte

IMAN Platinum Rock The Runway Leather Gloves

Steve by Steve Madden "Ravesh" Bow Pump

June Abrose "Jagger" Snake-Embossed & Suede Pump

June Ambrose "Stella" Wedge

Danielle Nicole "Blake" Colorblock Satchel

Are you an HSN shopper?

Shoe of the Month Club

Did you know that J Crew offers a Shoe of the Month Club?

Thanks to Chassity at Look Linger Love for introducing me to this amazing "secret society"! I have dropped many a hint to my +1 about this as a gift idea. Seriously....this would be the best club I've ever joined.

In honor of J Crew's Shoe of the Month Club, I thought I would share my picks if I was currently in a shoe of the month club (not specific to any store). I decided to be realistic and choose shoes I could actually buy and wear, but maybe next week I will post my "dream" shoe of the month club. It would be filled with Louboutin, Choo, Atwood, Chanel and Blahnik!

January

Steven by Steve Madden Meteor $159.99

February

Zara Patent Leather Wedge $79

March

Marais USA Maryjane $98

April

Cole Haan Violet Air Pump $248

May

Seychelles Eye to Eye $110

June 

DVF Opal $295

July

Sperry Top-Sider $98

August

LK Bennett Madox $218

September

Tory Burch Patent Eddie Ballet Flat $178

October

ASOS LEVAN Double Bow Flat Point Ballerina $45.45

November 

Hive & Honey Tobago $69.99

December

Kate Spade Charm $325

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Friday Gift Guide- My Christmas Wish List

As you may remember, I already received my Christmas present a few months ago. I got this beautiful Woolrich coat from Anthropologie. I have no regrets about my choice. The coat is amazing, and I will have it forever. Maybe even the Mini Fashionista will wear it someday!

That said, I still have a number of things on my wish list. If Santa is in fact inclined to bring me another present, here's what would tickle my fancy (does anyone still say that???)

Assuming there's no budget, I am Ba-na-nas for this Lela Rose dress.

Lela Rose Folded One Shoulder Dress $1395

My feet are always freezing...so slippers are a must, especially in the winter. I love these from J Crew.

J Crew Armor Lux Slippers $88

This wedge would be perfect to wear with nearly everything! I might prefer it in patent leather though.

Kate Spade Kiki Wedge $298

Since I am a mountain girl I love me some Patagonia, or "Pata-gucci" if you will. 

Retro Women's Fleece $199

This fur vest would already be mine if it weren't for the fact that it's sold out! Come on Santa, can't you get me one?

Zara Fur Waistcoat $39.90 (that's why it's already sold out)

And last, but not least, I am totally smitten for these Steve Madden wedge boots. They come in black, cognac and stone. I would buy all three if I could!

Steve Madden Meteour $189.50 (on sale from $229)

Splurge vs. Save

I posted these Brian Atwood Maniac Patent Pumps at the beginning of the month, and while they are pretty fabulous, they are pretty expensive! So, I found a more affordable option! They look pretty dang similar to me...

Brian Atwood Maniac $580

Vs.

Steve Madden Russhh $90

Tsunamii Warning

Every girl (especially us Portlanders) needs a good pair of rain boots. These Steve Madden Tsunamii boots look like a standard galosh from the front, but the back zipper adds a unique detail.

available in 3 colors for $79.95