Dolce Vita on the Cheap

I thought about trekking up to the new East Harlem Target to score some shoes from the Dolce Vita line "exclusively" to that location, for about 3 minutes. Considering I can walk to the Brooklyn one, I figured I'd just wait until August when they come out everywhere. Well, now we don't have to wait. The shoes are already available online. As soon as I get paid Wednesday, I'm getting the silver flats above and the boots below. What do you think of the line? Are you buying any of it?

*pics via Target.com*

Love this Store: Lanvin

While my obsession for everything Lanvin is growing, my bank account is not. I LOVE everything Alber Elbaz (above) touches, which is a problem when you're on a Forever 21 budget. Now I can at least pretend that I can afford it in the new Upper East Side Lanvin location.

Look at the rows of shoes!

There are FIVE beautiful floors.

They even have bridal! Wow.

Everyone from Rachel Bilson to Michelle O love Lanvin!

My wish list (in case you and AmEx are going):

On sale! $300

$585

$1, 095

$840

$680

$3, 990.00

$2100.00

Priceless.

*pics via style.com*

I'm a Loser

OK, I know I'm not a loser. I've been living in NYC mostly sans any help since I was 18. No one paid for my rent or school. My mom or dad usually pay my phone bill and sometimes books or a medical expense when I need it but they aren't made of money. I'm 25 now and even though I'm still in school, taking my slow-ass time and working full time, I HATE asking for money. I had to suck it up and ask my mom to pay my cable bill and it is quite depressing. I know she doesn't mind but it makes me feel horrible, like I can't get my shit together. My roommates' parents pay everything for them (they're 22-23.) It's no big deal for them and they are really awesome girls. For some reason, it hurts my soul to take money from my mom. I know a lot of adults, I'm an adult but like 30s, whose parents paid for a down payment on an apartment, a student loan or two, etc. When is the last time you asked for money? How did you feel? Do you think 25 is WAY too old? What's the cut-off until you're a loser? :(

Love this Store: Urban Vintage

I've been to Urban Vintage about 30 times since it opened. I love it! It's a perfect addition to the neighborhood (and it's 3 blocks from me.) The food ROCKS; I had a delish whole wheat waffle with kiwi, strawberries and walnuts on Sunday and it was only about $7.00. Not to mention, the preparation of the food is impressive. We know I'm super picky, and I've loved everything I've had. As treats go, the green tea cookie is the best! And Josh loved his wheat-free apricot thump print. I have an iced tea addiction, and they will ice a million different teas, which is amazing. I'm sure they have good coffee too but I don't drink it. The girls who run the place are so cute and CRAZY nice. It's definitely not like the pretentious Brooklyn cafes I'm used to! ;)

LOVE the curtains! They just went to the garment district and bought fabric.

Oh, did I mention there's SHOPPING?!?

Love this Store: Beacon's Closet

Marc Jacobs

Alice and Olivia

What Goes Around Comes Around

JPG

Sold :(

I need a dress for a party this weekend but since I'm broke I'm going to hit up Beacon's Closet. I love the Williamsburg location. (There's also one in Park Slope.) You can shop online now! The best part to me is grabbing a million things and trying everything on, especially since there's a lot of vintage and you never know how it fits. One of my favorite finds is this cool 90s Betsey Johnson pink dress with heels all over it for $20. What's your favorite thrift store?

I Can Has Cheezbuger

You're Invited!!

Who's coming with me? I'm SO excited. With DJs, prizes, and the best Target designer collection yet, the Zac Posen event is sure to be a major success. And so fun! I want one of everything. Drool over the pics and I'll see you at 11!

Pics from Fashionista :)