over 2,000 crystals later...

My shoes are finally done!
I finished them in time for the wedding- which I am still gushing about two weeks later- and they were so incredibly gorgeous. I could not be any happier with how they turned out.
Unfortunately, some of the stones fell off during the reception, but no one noticed, and I had some spare crystals and superglue in my clutch (but I was too busy dancing to bother with it then)
This is just my post bragging about my handiwork- in the next post, I will give step by step instructions - complete with pictures- about how to make them for yourself!


how amazing are they???

friday favorites

This past week has been crazy!! We had a floorset Wednesday night where the entire store was updated with all new merchandise, which took forever to do. Everyone is still shopping for back to school, so the store has been insaneeee and I have been working every day, all day. Plus, I also went back to school on Tuesday (but more on that in the next post)

With that being said, I haven't had the time or the energy to go shopping this week- SHOCKING- I was worried about my friday favorites post, but then I realized that thanks to the floorset, there was super cute stuff in the store to buy! I wanted this turquoise animal print dress as soon as I saw it in the catalog, and we finally got it in the store. It has a navy blue slip dress underneath that is form fitted and silky smooth, and the bright colored chiffon dress is just perfect for the September weather. I love that it is long enough for me to wear to synagogue, but still cute enough for me to wear out at night. The deep v-neck in the slip dress is slightly revealing, even though it is covered by the dress. I will probably wear a bandeau or something under it so my cleavage isn't on display for everyone. This picture doesn't really show the details of the dress well, like the slight gather on the shoulders, or the button hem of the sleeves, but it is beyond cute! I am having some trouble figuring out what shoes to wear with it, but when I do wear it, I'll definitely upload some pics.

mea culpa

I can't believe it has been over a week since I posted, and that I missed Friday Favorites (seen here, here, and here) In my defense, this past week has been crazy!! First Hurricane Irene almost completely destroyed my sister's wedding- more on that later- then I worked 36 hours in 4 days and have barely had time to breathe, much less sit and post.
I did just buy my first pair of Tom's, which I am super excited about. They are simple and comfortable, and versatile while still being cute. But as much as I love them, I am considering bedazzling them. They are plain black, which is part of their appeal, but I'm a girl who loves her sparkles! I just don't know if it's worth it. I think I'll buy a knockoff pair from Tilly's, only $15!, and bedazzle those, and leave my real Tom's untouched.


Do you ever buy knockoffs?

friday favorites

This is going to be a super quick post because there is too much to do for the wedding! Which, depending how bad Hurricane Irene gets, may or may not actually happen.
I bought this super cute Steve Madden black metallic woven oxfords this week, and can't wait to share them with you. They fit my foot perfectly, and are surprisingly comfortable.

I'll add pictures after the wedding

good will towards Goodwill

Since I am a broke college student- even though I work TWO jobs- I am always looking for inexpensive ways to update my wardrobe. I have had really good luck lately at Goodwill. Yes, there is a slight ick factor (maybe due to the slightly stale smell?) but if you are willing to invest the time, you can find some great items. And unlike the more 'acceptable' thrift stores, Goodwill is super cheap!

I got a pair of Gap ultra-low rise bootcut jeans for $4, and literally wear them all the time! Plus, Gap stopped making the ultra low rise, so finding them is hard.
I also scooped up two pairs of 7 for all Mankind jeans for only $8 each, saving myself over $200.
It is also a great place for accessories- my chain strap crossbody bag cost me $1.50- the same bag stores were carrying for $40-90 last summer!!

So the next time it is raining outside and you are sick of the mall, go spend an hour in Goodwill and see how much $20 can buy you

dazzle me

Like I mentioned here, I fell in LOVE with Christian Louboutin's Daffodile Aurora Boreale ($5,995 here) but there was no way I could afford them. I was able to find pairs under $500 on eBay and other discount sites, but that was still to pricey for this college student's budget.

So I decided to make my own. And now, a few weeks later, they are almost done and I am so excited about sharing them! Check back soon

friday favorites

I love the look of chiffon and how easy it is to dress up or down, but it can be kind of hard to clean and keep looking sharp. That is why I am so excited about this friday's purchase. dELiA*S has a chiffon layered tank that combines the beauty of chiffon with the ease of cotton. It manages to look delicate and ballet-like while still being comfortable and cute. I bought it in light pink, magenta, and grey and can't wait to wear it with my leather jacket and motorcycle boots!