fffabulous

jeans + leggings = jeggings

The Citizens of Humanity Avedon Slick Super Stretch Low Rise Skinny Jean in Dust are my latest jean acquisition this season. And I love them! More casual than the Raven Denim skinny jeans, they are very fitted (legging style), and comfy. The fabric is quite thin and so soft, you're gonna forget you're wearing jeans, and yet you are! Wear these 'jeggings' with a pair of leather boots just like Rachel Bilson, or with the fffabulous Australia Luxe Collective Tall Vixen Boots, and I guarantee you'll turn heads.

These jeans fit true to size, although you can go a size smaller and they'll still fit. And they are a great pair to get if you are a skinny jeans 'virgin'.

when fffashion meets design

We're taking a break from featuring our fffavorite Jimmy Choo's to spoil you with fffabulous shoes that are out of this world. My dear friend Dee Adams, Editor & Modern Design Curator at deedee9:14, has put together this selection of beautifully designed shoes, and we like like like! I can even spot a Jimmy Choo stiletto shoe in there. Can you?

"This season's shoes remain the towering pillars of sculptural beauty as they have been in previous years but all of the designs you see here have a more feminine edge to them. The materials are playful, expressive, and strong. As someone who appreciates the design aesthetic set forth by mid-century modern design, I'm able to fall head-long into the same passion for this season's shoe designs. Michael Kors new wood and acrylic heels call to mind the genius of a Hans Wegner chair. Gucci's stilettos are as brilliant and classic as the famed Barcelona chair and of course any woman would look fffabulous in both! You might even see a little bit of Eames in the gorgeous designs by Ferragamo and Pucci. There are styles that are bold and brazen as well as serious and seductive. Whichever you're seen in this season, I hope that we all aim to look and feel fffabulous!"

All photos are owned and copyright by the design houses representing them.

back to basics

I featured a pair of Jimmy Choo pointy-toe pumps a while ago, and I am happy to see that Jimmy Choo released them again, only with a higher heel. I like! Because the higher the better.

The Jimmy Choo Lilac Point-Toe Pumps are a classic every woman should have in her closet, because these pumps will never go out of style and will come handy in more than one occasion...The pointed toe is 'in' even when the rounded toe and the squared toe are trendy, a nude pair of shoes just goes with everything (even with a black dress with pink and gray dots or a little pink dress) and this heel is so sexy! Once again, Jimmy Choo doesn't disappoint—and I am still scratching my head trying to figure out which pair of shoes I should splurge on, help!

bringing sexy back

The Jimmy Choo Private Patent Leather Sandals are absolutely fffabulous!! I tried them on and I am still wondering why I didn't buy them on the spot. Hmmm, it may be because of the price, or the fact that they reminded me too much of my Loeffler Randall Yvette Cut-Out Bootie—that I adore, btw!

These sandals are fffashion ffforward, sexy, versatile, and a basic if you ask me. And this nude color is absolutely fffabulous! You can wear them all summer long with a pair of jeans or leggings during the day, or with a beautiful dress in the evening. Just get ready to be showered with compliments!

And check out Brooke Shields wearing them on the red carpet. I like!

make a statement

I was at Saks the other day and got a big crush on these beautiful pumps as soon as I saw them (and then I had to try them). The Jimmy Choo Quiet Pumps in red patent leather are bright red, tall and so sexy. In fact, there is absolutely nothing quiet about them! These iconic peep toe sandals will dress up any outfit, from your classic LBD to a pair of skinny jeans/sweater combo. And the best part? Despite its 4.7-inch heel, these sandals are comfy and *very* stable. Of course, I wouldn't run a marathon in them, but you can walk the walk without looking awkward and uncomfortable, and that's one important thing to consider when getting high heels.

This is probably not the first pair of Jimmy Choo to get if you are starting your collection, but they are one of a kind and do make a statement!

Note: These beauties run small so get half a size bigger than you usually wear.

24:7 shoooes

I am drooling over the Jimmy Choo Choo 24:7 collection. Everything about this collection screams 'you know you want it'...'no, you need it'...'buy it now!'. I've rarely seen a shoe collection that has so many treasures. There is literally a shoe (or more) for every woman, every lifestyle, and every event. The styles are trendy, sexy, classic, and timeless all at once making these shoes investment pieces every woman need to have in her closet. Do I need to say more?

Enjoy the video featuring the fffabulous Choo 24:7 collection, and stay tune for details about our very fffavorite styles this week!

 

fffabulous sale: inhabit stretch cashmere vest

In case you haven't noticed yet, I am obsessed with vests! I got the Inhabit Stretch Cashmere Vest a couple of months ago, and it has become my fffavorite top to wear when I got out. This vest is fitted and has a very generous length. I also love its halter v-neckline and the button-down placket that makes for the perfect cleavage. Wear it with a white tank top, a pair of skinny jeans or black leggings and black booties and you're ready to hit the dance floor.

And Inhabit is having a fffabulous cashmere sale starting tomorrow through March 1st. Up to 70% off cashmere items!! Start picking your fffavorites now!

boho by moe munroe fffingerless gloves

The Boho by Moe Munroe Fingerless Gloves are the ultimate accessory this season. These gloves are made of cashmere, and come in the cutest designs. My fffavorites are the Moe fffingerless gloves (pictured here), and the Leo Classic fffingerless gloves in brown (very cute with a classic black sweater). All in all, these fffingerless gloves will keep you warm this winter and add a nice touch to any outfit. And you'll still be able to type on your iPhone too. Yay!

Get these fffabulous Boho by Moe Munroe ffffingerless gloves at Morning Glory boutique (Moe's very own boutique) or romi boutique. And get a few extra pairs while you're there. They make the perfffect gift too!

fffabulous sale: inhabit cashmere boatneck sweater

The Inhabit Stretch Cashmere Boatneck Sweater is my go to sweater this season. I wear it ALL the time, with either leggings and tall boots, or with a pair of jeans and UGG boots. So much that I wish I could keep it through the night and sleep in it. But that'd make for an expensive PJ!

I love it that although it is a very classic sweater, it has small details like the boat neck and the contrast trim along bodice sides which make it different and in my opinion classier than any other sweaters. And I looove it that it is looong, and features extra-long sleeves too! All in all, it is a must-have sweater you'll wear for many years to come!

get ready for v-day!

I found the most fffabulous dress just in time for V-Day! Yay! The Diane von Furstenberg Tulipan Dotted Silk Dress is just too fffabulous to be true. It is playful with the fuzzy grey and pink dots all over, sophisticated with the right coverage, and sexy with its fitted style. I also love the side and back rushing, and the exposed back zipper which gives an extra something to the dress. And do I need to add that it is super comfy too, thanks to a slight touch of lycra?

Wear this dress as is with grey booties, or a pair of stilettos, or even accessorize it with a belt and black blazer. No matter how you wear it, you'll be ready to rock it at the office, or at a cocktail party! And I love it that one of the bachelorettes was wearing this exact dress for the Bachelor InStyle makeover photoshoot. Me likey!

fffabulous sale: diane von furstenberg lele dress

One of my girlfriends got this DVF strapless print silk-chiffon dress over the holidays, and va va voom!

The Diane von Furstenberg Lele Dress is unique and so beautiful. It features ruched sides and a lace peek-a-boo hem, and has such fffabulous colors. You can wear it for pretty much any occasion, whether you're attending a wedding or a graduation ceremony,  or going to a Christmas party (yes, I am thinking way ahead here, but better get this fffab dress now, than regret it forever). You'll look classy and so sexy, without looking like you're even trying.

Oh, and we love it that Jennifer Garner was wearing a very similar dress on the red carpet in LA last night for the premiere of Valentine's Day. You can always say you share the same stylist!

fffabulous sale: raven denim skinny jean

Raven Denim Remy Super Skinny Jeans in Raw are my fffavorite jeans this season. I love the Raw dark wash, and the cut is unbelievable. These jeans make your butt look amazing (no kidding), and your legs look skinny (yeah, that's right!). What more can you ask from a pair of jeans, really? And they are on sale too. Yay! Tuck them into fffabulous tall boots, add a fffancy cashmere sweater to it, and you're ready to go.

Note that these jeans are true to size and do not stretch.

the cherry on the cake

Now that your skin is all radiant thanks to the Clarisonic Skin Care Brush and the SKII Facial Treatment Essence, a touch of bronzer seems like the next logical step for a gorgeous glow.

One of my friends gave me the stila cosmetics illuminating finishing powder, bronze for my birthday, and I love it. Who thought I'd wear bronzer in the middle of winter and manage not to look like I have a bad case of spray tanning? This bronzer is perfect for all skin types and all complexions all year long, and adds warmth to any look. I apply this bronzer with the Mac Cosmetics 187 Duo Fiber Brush, and Voilà! A must-have in your make-up bag, and the perfect gift idea too! 

clarisonic skin care brush

I thought I was all equipped with the best hair dryer ever!, a flat iron and an electric toothbrush, but I guess not. The Clarisonic Skin Care Brush is the bathroom accessory to have this season. Yeah, baby! And get the pink one, because pink is fffabulous (mais bien sûr!), and a portion of the proceeds go towards breast cancer research. Our fffabulous Zoe tells us why she loves this brush so much:

"I got the Clarisonic Skin Care Brush in Pink a few weeks ago, and I LOVE it! It's sooo fffabulous! I can't believe it took me such a long time to get it. My skin feels so clean, it's a total game changer! I keep it on the cradle overnight, and then leave it in the shower for a few days without any worry that it won't work because the charge lasts forever. The test cleansers that come with the brush are very nice, and smell deeelicious, but I'm mostly using my Aveda face wash, and it is a great match. Around the same time I started using this brush, I also started the SKII Essense which, as you know, I'm pretty impressed by. The two seem to be the perfect tag team and my skin is definitely more even and a bit glowier.

And guess what? My husband is using the Clarisonic brush too, and it's been making shaving easier for him as it exfoliates a bit. Good thing they sell the Clarisonic Yours & Mine brushes in Graphite Gray & Pink. Now, you're all set for VDay, and you got a gift for yourself along the way. FFFabulous!"

it's a miracle

I now have three girlfriends who swear by the SKII Facial Treatment Essence. Vicky was the first to share using the SKII Essence, what it was all about (read more), and how much she loved it. I didn't think much   of it until Melissa, a wedding photographer, mentioned that she noticed a difference within a week of using the SKII essence: "My skin looks so fresh now, I sometimes feels she can go out in public without cover up." Then, Zoe described how she became a fffan of this "miracle water", and now, all I want to do right now is run to Saks to get my sample. Here is Zoe's fffabulous story:

"Hey fffabulous! I agree with your friends that the SKII Facial Treatment Essence makes a difference really quickly. After my skin consultation at Saks, I bought the normal sized bottle. They also gave me a sample too just to make sure I didn't have any allergies. Well, I just finished the sample this morning—about 3 weeks after the initial purchase, so for your fffabulous readers who want to try it but have sticker shock (at $155 for a bottle that looks a lot like it's filled with water, that makes total sense), it's worth asking outright for a sample because you'll know if it's for you or not before you'll need more. Additionally, I heard some reviewers out there say the smell is terrible, but I think it's barely noticeable so I'd tell folks not to let that put them off. I have problems with some dark spots on my face, and this (combined with Clarisonic Skin Care Brush) has made the single most noticeable difference ever. It makes you look so awake and fresh, you can go out without anything else on, and that's really nice for the days when your skin needs a break. Overall, it is very expensive but so worth the money!"

fffabulous giveaway: perricone md no foundation foundation

I am not a big fffan of fffoundation in general as I usually use concealer to camouflage the little imperfections. So, imagine my surprise when I read about the Perricone MD No Foundation Foundation. You mean a product that is not foundation, but acts like it and gives you a healthy glow? I'm in! Read what our beauty expert, the fffabulous Dee from The Candid Commentary, has to say about it and leave a comment on this post by Monday, February 8th, 2010 by 11:59PM PST to enter for a chance to win this fffabulous Perricone MD No Foundation Foundation SPF 30 (30ml). Yay!

"No Foundation Foundation is truly a marvel! A translucent lightweight liquid that is meant to allow your skin's natural color to shine. By hiding tiny problems, this formula wants YOUR natural beauty to come through - not a fixated color or tone. I used the No Foundation Foundation as a moisturizer - which is a big thing for me since I've stuck to the same moisturizer for a long time now. Using my fingertips, I did just as the directions told me, and applied it all over my face in circular motions. After a few seconds of allowing the solution to settle in, I noticed that my skin DID look evened out. My tone was luminescent and smooth(er) to the touch! The formula was light and didn't weigh my face down - nor was it greasy! There is a slight sunscreen-like scent to it but I didn't mind. I skipped my usual mineral foundation, and just applied my Smashbox Halo Hydrating Powder and was quite happy! It gave me that fresh, natural look that I wanted, and I even received a compliment from someone who said I was 'glowing'. Not bad Perricone MD!"

Giveaway Reminders:

• You have until Monday, February 8th, 2010 at 11:59PM PST to enter this giveaway.
• You must be located in the US only.
• Just make a comment on this post to enter — any comment.
• You must enter their email address in the appropriate field (email address not to be displayed publicly).
• Anonymous comments will be ignored/removed.
• One entry per person.
• Winner will be randomly picked and announced on Tuesday, February 9th, 2010.
• We will contact the winner by email, and get mailing information to ship the prize.

02/09/2010 Update: And our fffabulous winner is (drum roll) Carmella Woodard. Congratulations Carmella!!

so particulière

I was gonna get Chanel Vendetta for one of my girlfriends' birthday (yes, it's THE perfect gift idea!), when the Chanel Spring 2010 nail polish collection caught my eye. I had to try Chanel Particulière, and as soon as I did, I had to get it for my friend, and for me.

Chanel Particulière is a taupe shade, with grey and purple undertones; it is actually very close to the Inhabit lavender color, a color I absolutely adore! It is elegant and sophisticated, and will go with just about anything. A must-wear!

   

v for vendetta

Chanel never fails to impress when it comes to nail polish colors. This year is no exception. One of my girlfriends gave me the Chanel Vendetta nail polish for Christmas, and you should have seen my face when I opened my tiny gift. I was ecstatic!!

Chanel Vendetta is the must-have color this season, and my 'dark shade of the moment.' It is a deep purple shade, that is warmer than the Chanel Blue Satin shade, but that is just as equally fffabulous and trendy.

Directions: Wear it on toenails and fingernails all year long, without moderation.

a fffabulous weekly planner

The other day, I noticed that Miss Alex had the most fffabulous weekly planner. I asked her where she got it, and she mentioned it is from PAPAYA! FFFabulous! So, if you are not a fffan electronic organizers (gotta write everything down!!), and are still writing your to-do's and appointments on post-it notes, this PAPAYA! 2010 Weekly Planner is THE planner you've got to get on this last day of January 2010. And here is why. Thanks Alex!

"Every year around the holidays I begin my search for a very important item: my annual planner for the upcoming year. This is a crucial purchase because as a lady who loves making lists, I cannot live without a planner where I can plot out social events, write birthday reminders, and craft seemingly endless to-do lists. This year I am pleased to say I've found the most fffabulous, beautiful weekly planner. It's made by PAPAYA! and is both lovely to look at and completely practical.

I was first drawn to it because I love the artwork and quote on its cover (Follow Your Bliss)—in fact, my sister gave me the same card (also made by PAPAYA!) a few years ago for my birthday. Upon closer inspection, I realized that this beauty was also very functional. Aside from the standard notes and events I track in my datebooks, I nearly always end up with some assortment of receipts/business cards/important documents that I want to keep with me. With previous planners I have always been irked because they don't have any pockets or folders to keep these precious papers safe. Well, fffear not fffellow fffabulous readers, the PAPAYA! 2010 Weekly Planner also boasts an internal accordian file pocket. There's also a section for important dates and notes. This planner does it all! Every week has a gorgeous vibrant design and ample space for events and tasks.

Order this PAPAYA! 2010 Weekly Planner for $24, and feel good knowing it's printed on recycled paper. With this planner, your New Year just became a whole lot more fffabulous!"

love quotes, etc.

Scarves are the trendiest accessory this season. And the Love Quotes scarves are THE scarf all celebrities wear. And for a reason! This scarf is soft (made of linen and viscose), light weight, and comes in tons of fffabulous colors. It'll accessorize a basic tee/jeans outfit, or serve you as a pashmina when you go out. FFFabulous! If you don't own one of these scarves yet, I recommend you get an off-white color just like Lauren Conrad, or a taupe color like Nicky Hilton (pictured here). These are classic colors that will go with just about anything.

And what's not to like about reading a fffabulous quote on the tag (mine was: "Love is never lost. If not reciprocated, it will flow back and soften and purify the heart" -Washington Irving), and knowing that 10% of proceeds go to international children's charities? Me likey!

a wardrobe staple

You've seen the summer version of this jacket a couple of month ago (in Dove Grey). Well, here is the black version! The Jet by John Eshaya Blanket Jacket in Black is simply fffabulous. Wear it with a basic tank top, a pair of designer jeans and stilettos (or flats), and you'll look so elegant! You can also cuddle in it when traveling, and won't have to worry about it getting all wrinkly. Get it while it's still available. It's a wardrobe staple!

t los angeles vest

I discovered yet another cashmere brand, and I'm already addicted to it!! T Los Angeles has some fffabulous cashmere sweaters, and one of my fffavorite items this season is their cashmere rib lapel vest. It is made of 100% fine gauge cashmere, and I love the style, with the drape on the front. Wear it over a short sleeve tee or a tank top, accessorize with a long gold necklace and you're set. Day and night! I got it in the wheat color, which is not a color I own, and it's so classy and sophisticated over a white top! I may get it in navy too, just because.

FFFabulous bonus: Sign up for the Daily Candy newsletter, and get a 30% coupon code on just about anything on the T Los Angeles website. We like!

golden goose charlye pull-on boots

Riding boots are hot this season. You see them everywhere you go, and they've been on my wish list for ages. I've been eyeing this pair of Golden Goose Charlye Pull On Boots in Dark Brown since last August though. In fact, I check them out online every week, hoping that they'll eventually go on sale (because these babies aren't cheap.) Sizes were selling out, so I decided to splurge while I could (or I would regret it forever. I've been there before and it's not pretty!). These boots are gonna be fffashionable for many years, and they are so versatile, so I assume that the price per wear will eventually be very low. Good thinking, right?

What I love most about these leather boots are the dirty, distressed finish, the metal tab and strap detail at ankle, and the wrinkling at the shaft. These make for a very unique pair of boots you'll never see on anyone else. Speaking of which, that may be why the price is so unique, too. Hehe! I'm also going for the dark brown boots, but these are also available in black and in nut colors.

go paperless this holiday season!

If you're like me, you've been meaning to send nice holiday cards this holiday season. And if you are like me, you've been procrastinating so much that it feels kind of late to order them now. To my relief, I've discovered Paperless Post a few days ago: I was browsing Twitter and noticed that Ivanka Trump mentioned she used this service to send her holiday wishes. Yay!

Paperless Post is easy, fast, and cost-effective (and green, too!), and it has the cutest holiday card designs. Select your favorite paper style and card layout, add your family pictures (for a $5 flat fee), and a personalized message. Send it to your friends and family electronically, and you're done! WOW factor guaranteed! Your subscription comes with 25 free 'stamps', but you can buy more 'stamps' for a minimal fee, e.g. 100 'stamps' costs $8, which is equivalent to $44 in postage fees (and it doesn't take into account what you'd spend on Holiday cards either, and we all know these are pricey.)

Happy holidays and happy new year, everyone! 2010 is gonna be fffabulous!

 

fffabulous sale: loeffler randall camilla platform boots on wooden heel

I am a big fffan of Loeffler Randall boots. I got the Yvette Cut-Out Booties and the Luna Platform Boots with Removable Straps last year, and I love them! They are fffashionable and so versatile: I wear them with a pair of skinny jeans or a skirt and a long sweater, and I'm ready to go. And I always get tons of compliments along the way!

This year, Loeffler Randall came up with the Camilla Platform Boots on Wooden Heel. These tall boots are simply fffabulous! I love the wooden heel for a more casual look—and wooden heels have been HOT in Europe since last year, and the glazed finish is so unique. With such cute details, you can now justify getting yet another pair of black boots just because these are not your typical pair of black boots.

And did I mention they are on sale for $425 instead of $850? Merry Christmas to you!

fffabulous fffile fffolders

A couple of weeks ago, one of my colleagues gave me a present...from Anthropologie. WOW! She was shopping there, and these Monogram File Folders caught her eye. She thought it would be a terrific idea to get me 3 sets of 'F' fffolders, just because that's how I roll. Go FFF!

These fffabulous fffile fffolders are just the cutest, and they come handy when you have to file tons of personal and work documents. Love it!

Go to the Anthropologie store near you, and get a fffew of these fffolders for colleagues, fffriends and fffamily. They'll make the perfffect stocking stuffers this holiday season!

a fffabulous sweater dress

I just found the perfect little black dress for this winter. The Laundry by Shelli Segal Ruffle Front Sweater Dress is very comfy yet stylish and sophisticated, and it looks adorable with tall boots. The buttoned front and the subtle ruffle are a nice touch too, without being too overwhelming. And although it is made of 100% merino wool, the fabric is still soft, and that's important to me, since I am addicted to cashmere like no other.

This dress is available in lots of fffabulous colors, including black, cardamon, and teal. Just pick the color that matches your personality and skin tone (and eyes) best, and you're all set!

Note that because of its stretchy fabric, this dress runs a bit big, so get a size smaller than you usually get for dresses.

fffabulous sale: inhabit cashmere pullover vest

And just when I thought that it couldn't get any better, the Inhabit cashmere pullover vest I had been eyeing for a very long time is now available in my favorite colors (including black). Yay! And it is on sale for $108, instead of $278. Double yay! I love the style and cut of that vest. It'll look just great paired with skinny jeans and booties for a sophisticated look, or you can layer it with a basic tank top and a big scarf for a more casual look. All in all, it's a timeless piece you can wear all year long. And did I mention it makes for the perfect gift for just about any fashionista out there?

inhabit cashmere double v-neck sweater

It's not a secret that I am addicted to Inhabit cashmere sweaters. Just the other day, I was going through my closet and counted 12 Inhabit sweaters. Oops! I have them in all shapes and colors. The turtleneck sweater in black and king fisher colors? Check! The hoodie sweater in ivory and pool colors? Check! You name it, and I own it. Well, I thought that I had them all, and that I would never ever be tempted to buy another one of their sweaters, until I saw the new Inhabit collection, and I fell for the stretch cashmere double v-neck sweater in camel. I saw it and I just had to have it. Damn! The double v-neck 'feature' is so unique and the camel color is just amazing. It is a warm color with a black undertone, which means that this sweater will look fffabulous when paired with black skinny jeans (hot this season!) and black boots. I also love the extra-long sleeves with the long ribbed cuffs whenever I want to get cozy and warm up my hands. A must-have all around this season!

the perfect tote

I was in France last winter and all the women were carrying Louis Vuitton purses in Damier canvas. Well, I am a big fan of Louis Vuitton *anything* and its Monogram canvas, but I never dared to give the Damier canvas a try. This was until I saw a tall elegant woman carrying a Neverfull GM in Damier Canvas that looked just oh-so-fffabulous on her. I asked her how she liked it, and she told me she was in love with it and carries it everywhere. It seemed so practical and 'loveable', I had to have it...so I got it! And now, I can't live without it. It is extra light when empty, goes with any outfit whether you wear black, navy or brown colors, and it looks as great with a pair of jeans as it does with a suit. You can fill it up with groceries when you go to the Farmer's market or tighten the leather draw strings on each side for a more serious and 'contained' look. And I love love love the eye-catching striped red interior with the textile lining. So gorgeous!!