Recessionista SD

inspiration

2010-02-15T16:12:00.001-08:00

Just some things that caught my eye.
Happy Monday.:)

Songs of desperation I played them for you

2010-02-15T16:05:00.000-08:00

R.I.P
Alexander McQueen

i'm so excited, that i just can't hide it

2009-07-08T09:42:00.000-07:00

Susan Hanover
Known for her wire stone bracelets, attorney-turned- designer Susan Hanover's handcrafted pieces have been featured on Gossip Girl and in Vogue. Source 14K and 18K gold plated necklaces, cuffs and earrings gleaming with semi-precious gems at this can't-miss sale.

Right now there is this incredible sale going on at Gilt.com!
Most incredible jewelry!
AHhh!
If I had the money, I would be purchasing these up like candy,
but I am currently pennyless and searching for my other
coveted pieces!

She has some amazing pieces priced at around $40, and they are spectacular!
Due to the privacy of the site, I can't post pictures, but I can give you an invite!
Post your email below for an invite to Gilt.com.

Sale ends 7/9/2009

-Allie

put on that dress, i'm going out dancing

2009-07-08T09:24:00.000-07:00

Sale Alert!
PRICE DROPPED!

This adorable dress has recently gone on sale at Bloomingdales!
It's a BCBG MAX AZARIA dress, and it is so cute!
The price has been cut from
$378
to
$105

It's still expenisve, but might be worth a look. I would consider purchasing it because it seems versatile for any occasion, but always remember this rule of thumb:
Don't buy something just becuase it's on sale. You'll end up with some clothes that you just 'kind of' like, and not clothes that are a bit more expensive, but you really like and will wear all the time.
If this dress is our style, great! Glad to help!
If not, I'll be posting good sales whenever I find them.:)

-Allie

if i grow up i'll be a singer wearing rings on every finger

2009-07-08T08:13:00.000-07:00

"Natural Inspiration Rings!"

Don't know what's so cool about Octopus', but they are wickedly cool, and semi addicting. For those of you who are aware of the blog Sea of Shoes, then you will probably have spotted her Antonio Palladino octopus ring.There's just something about the little guy! I love this ring, but they sell at Barneys for a cool $900- and up, and they don't even sell them there anymore.

So, if you're looking for an octopus ring that is a tid bit cheaper than that ring, there is the Kenneth Jay Lane substitute...

This ring is priced around $79 at ShopStyle, and it's little friend, the snake....

Is too cute! I love the little snake! This guy is priced at the same site for $95!

For a cute little insect ring, there is always the crystal bug!...

This little dream can be found at TopShop, in a wide variety of sizes, even! It is priced as £15.00, which is about $24.

At Lulu, you can find an array of awesome animal kingdom rings! Like these two,
Feline Frenzy ring, $14

This cool cobra ring, $8!

And finally, Forever 21 is hosting a collection of cute natural inspired flower rings!

This ring is $4.80! And there are a ton more cool rings on their site, and probably in their store!

-Allie

though she was born a long time ago, your mother should know

2009-07-07T16:11:00.000-07:00

SO.
For those of you who get Teen Vogue monthly, you should have read the article about recessionistas. They posted a lot of great advice there, but also some awesome sites!
Like, theoutnet.com, which is GREAT for your everyday staples! Like...
a SPLENDID white tee for $15!

a pair of ADORABLE Marc by Marc Jacobs cotton shorts!
And plus, they have awesome giveaways!

And then there is wearittodaygonetomorrow.com
It's just like bagborroworsteal.com!
Rent dresses for fun events like prom!

like a Rachel Pally at around $30 bucks a week..

A Diane Von Furstenberg around $40 a week...

Then there is a site like Gilt.com, which is invite only...
and it's huge sales with huge items.
For an invite, simply post your email in the comment section!

And lastly, need to know when the best sales are on your favorite items?
shopittome.com can tell me when your dream items go on sale! :D

Have an awesome site for fellow recessionistas?
Comment!

-Allie

the first cut is the deepest

2009-07-07T15:34:00.000-07:00

Hey guys, Allie here.:)

Right now I'm going to update you on my latest purchase, my 3/4 sleeves
James Perse cotton top. This top is SOOOOO soft, it's unbelievable!
I purchased it at Nordstrom's Rack for $50, and I don't regret it,
even though for that price, I probably should! I also got that awesome
Ralph Lauren silver knot necklace at Loehmans for $20, originally
around $60-$70, so I guess it's kind of a steal.;)(I love how in every pic you can see some of my track lane stickers collection.)
Wearing: Hollister (It was from a gift card...no hating) Navy Blue razor-back tank top,
Black James Perse cotton top, Ralph Lauren silver knot necklace and "Investment" J Brand Jeans.
Nail color: OPI Curry Up Don't Be Late! (India Collection)

Coveting:
Rescue Beauty Lounge Nail Polish in Grey.

Searching:
Tiered-gauzy-floral-skirt.

Thrift Store Find!:
I hit up my local Salvation Army Thrift store to kill time with my mom and look at the cheesy artwork this weekend. As we were leaving, I aimlessly checked out the pant selection and looked for some light wash jeans to rip holes in as a little project. Well, I hit the mother load and found a pair of 7 for all Mankind beige corduroys! I'm thinking of cutting them into some cool shorts!
AND, they were only $5.99!
Awesome, right?

-Allie

one song about a girl

2009-07-06T17:33:00.000-07:00

Name: Allie
Age: 16
Hometown: San Diego
Currently Residing: San Diego
Favorite Show: Sex and the City
Favorite Movie: Shawshank Redemption
Favorite Food: Cupcakes!
Favorite Fantasy Brands: Balmain, Balenciaga, Miu Miu,
Vintage Chanel, 3.1 Philip Lim and Maison Margiela
Favorite Real Life Brands: James Perse, J Brand Jeans,
Topshop, Barney's CO-OP, Seven for all Mankind, Converse and
Ray Bans
Coveting: Motorcycle Boots, White Wash Jeans and a
Givenchy Nightingale
Last Shopping Trip: [Besides Grocery ;)]
Nordstrom's Rack, Loehmans and Orange Julius.

to pick you up on our very first date

2009-07-06T17:17:00.000-07:00

At the beginning of this year, something happened to our economy that should have placed excessive purchasing and fashion obsession to the back burner. Excessive purchasing? Yes. Fashion obsession? No. I feel that this is a time to use our creative minds to become the Recessionistas that we really are! We make the best of every situation! We accept that this is the real world and not the time for splurging on 3.1 Philip Lim shift dresses and Balmain structured jackets! This is the time when we hit up thrift stores and vintage shops and take time to search every corner of Nordstrom Rack, Loehmans and Off Fifth.

This blog is real.

I'm Allie, a 16 year old San Diego native.
I'm not wealthy, but have a taste for expensive brands and styles.
The trouble?
They're expensive.
So follow me on my journey as I search the San Diego fashion scene
for clothes that befit the classic Recessionista.

Can you name the song and band the lyric in the title is from?