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fffeedback: dior cannage patent pumps

eluxury.com is having a fffabulous sale this labor day weekend. Add an extra 30% all sale items until Tuesday, September 2nd at 11:59pm. Woohoo! This means that the Dior Cannage Patent Pumps are now at $216.30, which is a total bargain!!

After posting about those Dior shoes going on sale earlier this week, Vicky and Tina ordered them and I am now not the only one to rave about how great those shoes are! And this makes me very happy. Here is their fffabulous fffeedback:

"Okay, lady fffab, the shoes are FFFAB! I am wearing them today with my 1921 jeans...Seems as if you are my stylist and let me say...Good job lady! So, back to the shoes...I usually wear thicker heels coz I feel they are more comfortable. Well, let me tell you, those Dior shoes are the most comfortable pair of high heels I have ever had! and i have a lot! :) Great tip. I think they will become an extension of my foot. Have a lovely labor day weekend, Vicky"

"Hi! I got my Dior nude shoes 2 days ago...they are so comfortable and just hug my feet (7.5's were perfect), so chic...and comfortable, they feel like a part of me. I especially like the nude...they make such a chic, subtle statement... dressed up or down...I love them and want them in black too. Thanks for the the fffabulous tip:) -Tina"

Yay! Got get them before they run out!

tom ford whitney sunglasses

If you are on your way to fffashionista land, you've got to arm yourself with a pair of fffabulous sunglasses. My dear friend Lisa got a pair of Tom Ford Whitney sunglasses, and they look adorable! They are trendy without being too trendy (yes, that's possible) and are dressy and casual at the same time (yes, that's possible, too). Just pick the color you prefer based on your hair color, skin tone, wardrobe and overall style, and you're all set. All in all, the Whitney sunglasses are a true basic, and they look great on everyone!

And it doesn't hurt that Jennifer Aniston owns a pair, too...

jimmy choo nude shoes

My friend Heidi mentioned to me the other day that she is looking for some fffabulous nude pumps. The first thing that came to mind were the Jimmy Choo nude pumps Cameron Diaz wears in the 'What Happens in Vegas' movie. Don't they look gorgeous???

I'd pay the big bucks for this pair of Jimmy Choo Eleven Leather Pumps because they are truly timeless with the neutral color, ultra-supple kid leather, and pointy toe look; they are just so classy! All in all, these pumps are more versatile than any other shoes I've ever worn.

Even though they are not available (darn!), there is still hope that they could be restocked. And since they never went on sale, the Jimmy Choo elves may be kind enough to make some more to satisfy our nude pumps craving. Eh eh!

fffabulous chanel surprise

I was nonchalantly browsing through all the designer stands at Neiman Marcus last weekend (like I don't know what I am getting myself into when I do that!!!), and, to my surprise, I noticed that the Chanel boutique carries the Chanel Chain Strap Purse (yes, the one Charlotte wears in the Sex and the City movie!!!). My friend Lisa got it in matte leather two years ago, and she wears it ALL the time. Nicky Hilton owns it too. And, as for me, I am very much in love with it. Of course, the price point is highly intimidating (about $2,800), but that's a Chanel purse: it's practical, ultra modern, resistant, and oh so classy. It also has a huge yet discreet Chanel logo on one side, which I love because, for that price, everyone better know it's a Chanel purse!!! Ha!

citizens of humanity kelly maternity jean

I've tried to get Kate to jump on the designer jeans wagon for a couple of months now. I've been praising the benefits/advantages/virtues/you name it! of Citizens of Humanity jeans, because Citizens of Humanity (COH) are the brand to get if you've never owned a pair of designer jeans. COH fit everyone's body type, they make the greatest butt EVER, and they are versatile enough to be worn at work, during a night around town, and on weekends. When Kate told me she was 8 weeks pregnant, I didn't give up on my 'you've got to get a pair of designer jeans' credo. I knew that COH offer great maternity jeans for mommy-to-be fffashionistas...am I not resourceful, or what? I sent her the link right away, and, next thing you know, Kate and I were on a mission to figure out what COH size she was so that she could order her maternity Citizens. Kate tried the Citizens Faye and the Citizens Kelly and ended up picking the Citizens Kelly (the best classic fit of all, in my opinion). Next, she figured out what her regular size in Citizens was and concluded that she had to order one size bigger for her maternity jeans (but this can vary based on how your bootie/thighs 'react' during your pregnancy). Ever since she's received her maternity jeans, Kate just can't stop raving about them:

"After following miss fffabulous' suggestion, I bought a pair of Citizens of Humanity Kelly Maternity Jeans and wore them every single day last week. They can be dressed up or down and make you feel pretty hot when you're starting to show and looking frumpy in loose-fitting clothes. The best part for me is that they are nice and long, which makes them work well with boots or wedges and they can be rolled up to wear with flats. Like all maternity pants, I find that they need to be pulled up periodically during the day, but I think this should happen less as I get further along (I'm at 12 wks right now). Thank you miss fffabulous for your recommendation - I am really happy with them! -Kate"

And watch out for our first fffabulous baby week ever on fffabulous.com. It's right around the corner!

fffabulous sale on shopbop.com

It's that time of the year again when sales are popping up left and right. And if you're like me, you have probably already bought everything full price (Ha!) and waiting eagerly for the Fall collection to show up in stores and online. However, shopbop.com is currently having a bye bye summer sale, and I had to take a peek at it. There are still so many cute things available that I know I would definitely wear this summer and even next summer, too. Take for example:

• the Citizens of Humanity Cropped Kelly Jeans in white. This is a classic and can be worn year after year without losing its edge
• the J Brand Trouser Short. It is deliciously stylish and would look so sexy with stilettos!
• the Joie Parker Top and the Joie Julian Top. They are just too adorable to pass up; I own one Joie top already (to be featured on fffabulous.com very soon), and I love it!
• last but not least, the Hanky Panky Thongs. They are too cute in all those colors and will never go out of style (that's for sure!)

vera bradley cosmetic pochette

Every woman I know carries a cosmetic pochette in their purse for regular touch-up. Those pochettes always come in all forms and sizes, and it's always fun to discover new ones. Although I LOVE my Louis Vuitton Pochette Cosmétique, I thought that Miss Erica's new make-up pochette was super extra cute. It is roomy and, to quote her, it matches her LV purse. How perfffect!

"I noticed my mom's Vera Bradley Caffe Latte Large Bow Cosmetic pouch, and I thought the pattern was simply irresistible. I especially loved that it would match perfectly with my Louis Vuitton Horizontal Lockit Purse. But in contrast to LV's, you won't have to break your wallet to buy Vera Bradley. I was more than pleased pay only 21 bucks for the georgeous, super cute Caffe Latte Medium Cosmetic. It is the perfect size, and I won't ever have to worry about liquid or creams accidentally spilling with its plastic lining. And even with lining, you can still throw this pouch in the washer if it gets dirty, as long as you don't put it in the dryer. What's not to love about it?"

fffaqs: which color? which size?

Hey miss fffabulous!

How are you? Those gorgeous shoes are on sale!!! What color should I get first? nude or black? I typically wear a 8, but it seems they are out of 8's. Since they have an open toe, do you think I can wear a 7 1/2? My feet are more on the narrow side. Do you know where can I go to try these on for size?

I really enjoy your fffabulous site! Keep up the good work!

Tina (Erica's Mama)

Hi Tina,

Nice to hear from you! Although I love my pair of black Dior pumps, I would probably go with the nude pair because it's still summertime, and they will look great with pair of jeans and white or other neutral tops. It's also easier to find a pair of black shoes than to find a pair of nude shoes that look this great! As for the size, I think getting them in 7.5 should be okay; I am on the 38.5+ size while my friend is on the 38.5- side, and she wished she had ordered them a size smaller because as any other shoes, they do stretch. Or, as you suggested, go to Neiman Marcus and try a pair of Dior shoes. From my experience, they all do fit the same. And, if you find out that 38 is the size you need, keep an eye out for your size just in case they do restock in the near future; or get them in black as they are still available in 38. Hope this helps!

--miss fffabulous

fabiola molina workout bikinis

If you've been watching the Beijing Olympics as much as I have, you must be dreaming of swimming, swimming, and more swimming; in addition to fantasizing about sleeping, sleeping, and even more sleeping (Personally, I am totally sleep deprived. Argh!). You might also consider getting a fancy swimsuit that is made for swimming, while looking fashionable and sexy. Now, no one wants maxi tan lines while getting in great shape, because that would totally defeat the purpose of being extra fffabulous! Well, since the day I met Miss Erica, she's been raving about the Fabiola Molina swimsuits, and I may just have to get one already! Here is why:

"We all know that the best bikinis come from Brazilian brands, right? Well, make sure you add Fabiola Molina to the list, too. What I love about Fabiolina Molina is the range of versatility this brand has to offer. I used to train for hours on end when I was a competitive swimmer, and the last thing you want is an unsightly swimsuit tan. But of course, I would never train in something that I fear would fall off every time I flip turned or pushed off the wall. So that's why the Sunkini line was so popular among my teammates and I; they minimized tan lines yet magically stayed on us, even at sprinting speeds or off the diving blocks! Plus, they are super cute, too. I prefer the Polyamide Sunkini suits for training because they are highly chlorine resistant, therefore they don't fade easily or go thin.

However, for those who don't spend hours in the pool each day and who just want a hot and sexy suit, Fabiola Molina also offers a bikini line, which features countless combinations of different swim suit styles, colors, and patterns. The possibilities are endless! Oh, and it doesn't hurt that these suits are super affordable...about 50 bucks or less for a bikini!"

fffabulous sale: dior cannage patent pump on eluxury.com

My favorite shoes of all times are on sale! Yes, it's too bad that I paid full price for the three pairs I already own (although I would be tempted to get another pair if they ever came in another color), but I thought my girlfriends —who tried mine and were wowed by their comfort and heel stability—might be tempted to join the Christian Dior peep toe pump club now that they're on sale for $309, instead of $515.

For those who haven't followed fffabulous.com from its beginning, you ought to know that these Diors were my first designer shoes splurge, and there hasn't been a single week since May 2007 when I haven't worn them. I wear my black pumps with anything from designer jeans to a little black dress, during any season from summer to winter (hooray for the California weather!), and for any occasion from work to weddings or even for a night of dancing. Your feet will just be happy in these pumps!!! And I love these Diors so much that I got one pair in nude last spring, as well as a second pair in black just in case my old ones ever let me down. If I were you, I'd get one pair, or two!

If you know of any other shoes that are that versatile, in addition to being so classy and sexy, please drop us a line in the comment section...they may end up being my next splurge.

1 sharon segal dress = 3 fffabulous styles

It's Sharon Segal once again, and this time, it's a Sharon Segal dress! The Sharon Segal Romance Dress is one of the best purchases I have made this summer (along with a couple of Sharon Segal tees, of course). This sleeveless tank dress with a gathered band at the empire waist is very simple, but just like any little black dress, it is the most versatile piece of clothing ever. Click here to read more on how to find the perfect little black dress.

I have been wearing this Romance Dress in black with my Citizens white jeans and my black Dior peep toe shoes at work, and it sure does make a statement —the black and white combo is so classy! I have also worn this dress as a dress (duh!) over and over again during my last vacation with Havaianas flip flops to go to the beach, and again, with my Dior peep toe shoes to go out at night. And despite that, I managed to carry a very heavy suitcase just fine. Ha!

I just wish I had bought it in another color; the electric blue color is quite nice and goes well with jeans and capri jeans. Oh well...next time!

a fffabulous purse

I love checking out Gucci goodies at the Gucci store, whether it is downtown or at the international airport (duty free!). My girlfriends and I decided to go have a look at their purses and sunglasses before the Sex and the City screening (gotta get in the mood, you know?). At the store, I asked to try out the 'pelham' medium shoulder bag. One of my colleagues owns one, and I fell for it right when I saw it; it is such a lovely and classy purse! Although it is a Gucci purse —and you can see that it is one just by looking at the beautiful guccissima leather— it doesn't scream Gucci. Wow, can you believe I am actually saying this after owning so many Louis that do scream LV all over? I love this purse's egg-shell white color, not only because it won't get as easily dirty as a white white purse, but also because you can wear this purse with any outfit and even in wintertime. I know I would. This purse also has a very beautiful lining with shades of green, red and brown (the Gucci colors), and one of my girlfriends was wowed by just the lining itself.  And last but not least, it looks like it already belongs to me on the picture, doesn't it?

In this picture, I am also wearing my weekend favorites: the Sharon Segal flower burnout tank top in white, Kelly Nishimoto's Cute Booty pants in pink, and Lisa T. fine jewelry chain and cross pendant.

american eagle boyfriend tank

Tank tops are just so practical to wear in the summer, and they usually add a touch a sexyness to a very casual outfit. Miss Erica was wearing a tank top from American Eagle the other day, and it looked just too cute and super comfy, too. Plus, I love this tank's name!

"I normally don't shop at American Eagle, but I saw the Women's AE Boyfriend Tanks on sale and figured they would make a great basic. When I tried on one of the tops, I was pleasantly surprised to find that it was actually good quality and super flattering, and you just cant argue with that for only 15 bucks! The material is breathable and stretchy, and it will fit any figure while holding you in (much like lululemon stuff!). It's the perfect tank for layering underneath clothes, or you can wear it plain and simple by itself. This tank is so basic and practical that I consider it a necessity; thus, I stocked up and bought it in green, blue, and pink. I would have definitely bought one in black, and of course, white, had they not sold out of these colors!"

fffabulous sale: botkier flat sandals at shopbop.com

My girlfriend Lisa was wearing the cutest flats yesterday. These Botkier Ginger Metallic Ring Flat Sandals looked absolutely fffabulous with a pair of shorts and a tank top, but they would look also great with a long summer dress or a pair of jeans. And they are on sale!!! Hurry up before they run out of these fffabulous flats!

frey wille bangles

Bangles are hot this season. And bright colors are too. I absolutely love the Louis Vuitton bangle, and I just came across an equally cute one from Frey Wille: the Heavenly Joy Diva Bangle...although the Endless Love Diva Bangle is extremely cute, too. The Frey Wille Heavenly Joy Diva Bangle is very colorful and big —don't get shy when it comes to accessories 'cause that's what they are here for— and it is made of gold and multi-colored enamel. It is a nice piece that you'll surely wear for many years to come and with more outfits than you'd ever think possible. The only con, in my opinion, is that it's not recommended that you stack a Frey Wille bangle with another one or even a few gold bangles you may already own because you'd risk damaging its enamel. But if you do get one of their larger bangles (my very favorites), it'll surely make quite a statement on its own.