I'm Panting!

Pali Wedges by Dolce Vita, $84, Edge of Urge

 

Look-A-Like: Blake Lively in Lorraine Schwartz

Actress Blake Lively attends the launch of Lorraine Schwartz's "2BHAPPY" jewelry collection at Lavo NYC on November 22, 2010 in New York City.

Rhinestone Teardrop Earrings, $6.80, Forever 21

photos from socialitelife.com 

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For All Those Chicagoans...Lori's Sale

 

Jelly Belly

 

Chinese Laundry Jelly Flats, $10, Lori's Shoes

 

Reemergence

 "There are some looks we should not live without -- and one of them 
is the newly reemerged wide-leg pant. " 
-Meredith Melling Burke of Vogue

Here are some examples that Vogue was inspired by from the spring collections, and alternatives Vogue picked that are all under $500. 
... I bet I can do better than that!

1.

 Runway Look: Jil Sander
Vogue's 'Stingy' Alternative: Rebecca Minkoff Red Trousers, $325

Stingy Style's Pick: Victoria Secret's Christie Fit Trouser, $39.50, Victoria's Secret

2.

 Runway Look: Derek Lam
Vogue's 'Stingy' Alternative: Elie Tahari Adena flare pants, $198

Stingy Style's Pick: Fornarina Wide Leg Flare Jeans, $59, Yoox 

3. 

 Runway Look: Marc Jacobs
Vogue's 'Stingy' Alternative: Adam Copper Wide-Leg Pant, $245

Stingy Style's Pick: Corduroy Bell Bottom Trousers, $79.90 $19.99, Zara

4. 
 

 Runway Look: Michael Kors

Vogue's 'Stingy' Alternative: Gap Perfect khaki pants, $49.50 

Stingy Style's Pick: I AGREE! Gap Perfect khaki pants, $49.50 

5.

 Runway Look: Céline
Vogue's 'Stingy' Alternative: Carlos Miele denim wide-leg trouser, $150 

Stingy Style's Pick:  White Wide Leg Trousers, $79.90, Zara

 

 photos from vogue.com

 

Death Became Her

Double Cord Skull Bracelet, $10, $8 Lori's Shoes

 

Results From Chanel Vernis Giveaway

Thanks Samar for the pic of your brand new Chanel Vernis!

 

Chained Up

7CHI Black Shoulder Bag, $68, Lori's Shoes

 

Colorblock

Jonathan Saunders 'Odet' Color Block Dress, $330 $132, TheOutnet.com
Leather Covered Necklace, $25.86, ASOS
Leather Covered Cuff $17.24, ASOS
Steven Dalea Pumps, $170, $85, Lori's Shoes

 

Things to Work Out For That Work Out

Ok- like most Americans, I am trying to get in gear this New Year (unintentional rhyme) and shed not just holiday weight, but all of my weight...AT LEAST 10 pounds worth. So I thought I'd do something I don't normally do and show some really inexpensive workout clothes and tips for you all to check out if your New Year's resolution was the same as mine...or if you just wanna look like Maria Sharapova in the [above] Nike ad.

I just bought these Nike Free Run+ Sneakers and they are AMAZING! They are so lightweight (7.6oz!!), it's supposed to feel like you're barefoot (Also worn on Maria, above).  I feel like such a badass wearing all black sneakers, I've always had white ones!

Nike Free Run+ Shoes, $85, Footlocker

Here's some more clothing must haves that won't break the bank:

Mock Neck Jersey Zip-Up, $19.50, Old Navy

 Active Stretch Pants or Yoga Capris, $24.50 and $16.50, both from Old Navy

 Barely There Sports Bras, $13.99, Kohl's

Danskin Leggings, $7, Walmart

Alpine Design Racer Back Tank, $14.99, Sports Authority

Unisex Big Pocket Tank, $22, American Apparel
*Tie bottom in a knot to have more of an '80s 'Flashdance' look, or wear loose over leggings

Women's Athletic Ankle Socks (6 pairs), $6, Walmart

 Also, my friends and I have been hijacking Tracy Anderson (Madonna, Shakira, Gwyneth Paltrow's trainer) videos off Youtube to postpone the 'actual purchasing of her workout dvd's' process...
Follow along an do all of these a couple times through and you'll want to die pretty quick, especially if you do her dance routines for a good half hour. For video 3, I tend to learn the dance routine, then turn on some really good pump-up music over speakers, and don't rely on the video or its music once I've learned the dance, just do it on your own without watching Tracy. My suggestion, do it while listing to Enrique's 'Tonight I'm F****** You' Remix, or Beyonce's 'Diva' Remix.
Good luck!
*Shoutout to Lauren Cohen and Allie Kazarian

nous n'avons plus rien, à risquer

Naughty and Nice

 I DIE.
Sam Edelman "Lorissa" Peep-Toe Pump, $199, Stingy Style Store via Amazon

 

The Weather Outside Is Frightful

Despite what the January issues of nearly every magazine are telling me with all the resort-wear/pre-spring going 'round, it is still winter. Believe it.

I am loving this faux fur coat from Asos, both in this "cranberry" color and available in black:

 Cropped Faux Fur Jacket, $103.44, ASOS.com

It is really reminding me of all the fur seen from Fashion Week in Paris, and these look-alikes from the Burberry Prorsum AW10 line:

 and for lack of a better picture of the black fur coat via runway, here is the same Burberry coat worn on Sienna Miller: