These Boots Are Made For Walking....Part 1

I can't tell you how much I LOVE boots. It's one of the reasons I love fall fashion so I'm putting together a few of my favorite from different stores. First up, Aldo.

ALDO

PRETTNER-$160

JACOBITZ-$60

LEGACY-$75

TYMS-$130

BULLIVANT-$150.00

HAGA-$120.00

Do you love boots too? What's you're favorite thing about fall fashions? Share with me!

Got2B inPlay Sculpting Paste {Review}

Alright ladies listen up, if your man is looking for a new styling product you might want to check out Got2B's inPlay Sculpting Paste.

It promises to "easily mold and shape that messy look. Twist and turn your hair all you want, with the paste's rough finish it will always look like you didn't even spend time on it. You're the artist, create your masterpiece."

Thanks to Got2B and BuzzAgent my brother got to try it out (since my hubby's hair is too short to style).

PROS:

1. The smell. It's strong, but smells good. It's a very "masculine" smell that most men would enjoy. My brother actually mentioned that his girlfriend loves how the sculpting paste smells when he puts it on.
2. Staying Power. If you're looking for a product to hold your hair in place all day--you just found it. This sucker will make your hair stay put, in fact my brother says that when he wakes up the NEXT DAY his hair is STILL styled!
3. Packaging. It comes in is a small plastic container resembling a deck of cards.

CONS:

1. The Consistency. The paste takes a bit to get use to because it's very thick and sticky. If you put on too much on it becomes very tacky and leaves your hair with a white residue that you have to work out to get rid of.

Overall my brother really liked this product. He thought that the staying power out weighs any cons that it had and would definitely purchase it again.

Overall Rating: 4 out 5
Price: $5-7 (depending on where you buy)

Go to www.got2b.com/us for more products and information.

*product was submitted for review purposes. See disclaimer/disclosure for more info.

Emmy's 2010 Red Carpet Fashion.

WELL--this year sucked didn't it?? I was a little let down with this year's fashion. I was waiting for that "WOW" moment that never came. As far as the actual show--I can't tell ya, cuz I don't watch them. They're always long and boring and the best part is always the red carpet anyway so who cares, right?

So, did you have a favorite?

Here are the ladies (and man) I think stood out of the bunch.

THE STANDOUTS:

Eva Longoria Parker in Robert Rodriguez. She looks great but I've seen this look on her before--long strapless back gown. *yawn* I wish she would have tried something different.

Lea Michele in Oscar de la Renta. I've mentioned before that I really loving this girl's style. She's young, but her style goes way beyond her years. I think I'm developing a girl crush...

Claire Danes in Armani Prive. This dress fits her like a glove! It's simple. It's classic. I wish she would have accessorized a little better but she still looks like a million bucks.

Kyra Sedgwick in Monique Lhuiller. The dress is gorgeous but the hair is killing me! What was she thinking pairing that hair with that dress! Ugh. She's still one of the best dressed though.


PRETTY...BUT:

Hiedi Klum in Marchesa. Pretty, but waaaay too short. Forget a nip slip she's two seconds away from showing us ALL her goodies.

Kim Kardashian in Marchesa. Pretty, but I've seen in her in THOUSANDS of white Grecian dresses. She needs to try something new. I'm over it.

BEST DRESSED MAN:

Jon Hamm in Giorgio Armani. How dreamy is he in his sharply fitted tux? :) You can't get better than that ladies and gentleman.

WORST DRESSED:

Tina Fey in Oscar de la Renta. Ummm..I didn't know Hieroglyphics were in this season??

Mindy Kaling in Aguri Sagimon. WTF?!? Ugh. the hair, the dress, what a total train wreck.


WORST HAIR:

Rose Bryne gets the award for best Bride of Frankenstein impersonation.

Lo Bosworth. Let's forget the fact that she actually got invited. THIS is how you show up to the Emmy's??

So what do you think of my list. Do agree/disagree. Who were some of your picks. Let me know!

Squinkies Review.

Listen up parents, I have a toy that your daughters will go gaga for! Squinkies are a tiny, soft, squishy toys that come in a bubble and can be collected and used in playsets, bracelets/rings, or even pencils.

Squinkies was kind enough to send me the Cupcake Surprize Bake Shop for my daughter and oh. my. word. did she looove it! I'm talking HOURS of fun people.

The Cupcake Surprize Bake Shop comes with it's own squinkies but also accessories such a table, chairs, bed, and even food to play with!

Since each Squinkie comes in a bubble the top of the cupcake shop is like a gumball machine. All you have to do is remove the cherry to insert all the squinkies for easy storage! Want to take them out? The Cupcake Shop comes with two coins that when inserted drop down a squinkie!

So, what's my verdict on Squinkies? My daughter literally comes home from school everyday and asks me if she can play with her Squnkies shop.....so what do you think. :)

Squinkies can be found at Toys R Us, Target, Wal-mart, and Amazon.

To find out more information about Squinkies go to www.squinkies.com or follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

Overall Rating: 4.9 out 5
Price: $16.49 (based on toysrus.com)


*product was provided for review purposes. See Disclaimer/Disclosure for more info.

My Kid Is Cooler Than Your Kid. {Appaman Fall/Winter 2010}

Or at least they can look it with Appaman's Fall/Winter 2010 Collection! I absolutely LOVE their street-cred kid's wear. I want their entire fall collection for my daughter. It's full of cool, hip pieces that you and your kiddos will love! Check out some of my favorite looks....

BOYS:

This jacket and scarf is to d-i-e for! I want to have a boy RIGHT NOW--just so he can wear this.

GIRLS:

Dress + Tights + Boots= Fall Perfection.

BABIES:

(Too. cute. for. words.)

Want your kid to be the coolest kid in school this fall? Do yourself a favor and go to www.appaman.com for their complete collection and to find local retailers.

I'm LUSTING over.....

this Coast Alia Coat from their Autumn/Winter 2010 Collection.

(not yet available)
It's so chic and feminine--I am completely OBSESSED.

Urban Decay {Hearts} NYC.

If you are a make-up junkee and live in NYC then I totally hate you right now. Today, August 28th, Sephora Times Square is having an exclusive one day sneak peak offering only 1,000 of Urban Decay's limited edition Book of Shadows Vol. III for purchase on a first come first serve basis.

The first 200 die hard UD fans will get a free Urban Decay T-shirt and consultation. Also UD's International make-up artist, Eric Jimenez, and his team of A-List make-up artists will be offering makeovers as well as sharing tips and tricks!

Today, August 28th 2010, from 1-9pm
Sephora Times Square
1500 Broadway, #304, New York, NY 10036

For the rest of us...this coveted 16 shade palette won't be available on urbandecay.com until after Labor Day and won't be available in stores (Sephora, Macy's, Ulta) until October 1st. (booo). It will retail for $54.

Stella & Dot Fall Line & Giveaway!!--CLOSED

Hello my lovelies,

I have a guest blogger today on Babblings of a Mommy--Laura Stenovec, and lucky for you she's a Senior Stylist for one of our favorite online jewelry boutiques, Stella & Dot!

She's here to give you some of her own personal fashion tips from the Stella & Dot fall line as well as providing a special surprise for one of my lucky readers!!

Dying to find out more?!? I know you are, so just keep reading....

Fall is right around the corner and the department stores are brimming with Fall fashions. I don’t know about you, but this year I’m not feeling like I have extra money to spend updating my wardrobe with the “latest and greatest” especially when a lot of these items won’t be in style next year. Maybe the clothing trends of over the knee boots, jewel tone dresses and leather jackets aren’t very practical for your every day routine and budget either. Stella & Dot, though, can provide you with some fabulous, budget-friendly ideas to jazz up your wardrobe.

Charm Necklace or Bracelet

Whether you are showing off your children’s birthstones or your own personal style, a charm necklace or bracelet is an excellent addition to your wardrobe.

The also make fabulous gifts—wouldn’t grandma love a necklace with her grandchildren’s’ birthstones?

Best of all, once you have the necklace it is easy to add to it without spending too much money. I just added this whimsical leaf to mine.

Statement Necklace

If I am going to buy a statement necklace I want one that I can wear with jeans and one that I can wear dressed up. Meet Chloe and Claire —at $49 each these pieces certainly fit the bill. I love adding the Sasha Flower Brooch of the Claire Necklace.

Want to splurge? This Metropolitan Mixed Chain Necklace is gorgeous. I wear it with everything from jeans and a black t-shirt to a little black dress.

Layering

Layering is great for a variety of reasons. Versatility is key when you are shopping on a budget and it’s great when you can layer your pieces to create different and new looks.

The Penelope Necklace looks great with the Gabrielle Citrine Necklace. I like this look with a cardigan sweater or anything with a v-neck. The Penelope Necklace looks great alone with anything. I throw it on with my yoga pants when I’m running around town and don’t have time to get dressed.

My mom’s favorite layering pieces are the Signature Dot Disk Necklace with the Charmed Life Necklace The Signature Dot Disk Necklace also looks great with the Starfish Necklace. The Signature Dot Disk Necklace can be worn long or short with these pieces, which just adds to its versatility. These pieces can be worn with absolutely anything.

Symbol

Symbols are all the rage this season. I just can’t get enough of our Liv Multi Charm Necklace. I also love our Clover Key Necklace. The two look great layered together.

Owl Charm Pendant Necklace is adorable and has been extremely popular (it also looks great layered with our Gabrielle Citrine Necklace.

For the past year I have had customers ask me for a Bee Necklace. I never knew those pesky little things that sting you would be so desirable in the form of a necklace!

Stackable Bracelets

I love stacking bracelets. An armful of bracelets can take an outfit from drab to glam in a second. Below are some of the bracelets I like to stack.

Baby Flower Bangle

Signature Clover Bangle

Devi Bangles

Mira Bangles

Soiree Pearl Pave Bracelets (my favorite combination are the Champagne and Brown)

Vintage Twist Bracelets. I love wearing both the gold and silver together and stacking them with the Devi Bangles.

--Laura

I'm now giving away a $50 gift certificate for one lucky Babblings of a Mommy reader. To enter, simply leave a comment with what you would buy with the gift certificate!

In addition, by doing one (or all) of the following, you will earn additional entries:

• Sign up for my mailing list on my website.
• Buys something from Stella & Dot (www.stelladot.com/lauras)
  
• "Like" Stella & Dot with Laura Stenovec, Independent Stylist on Facebook
• Update your status on Facebook or Twitter telling your friends about our giveaway
• Follow Babblings of a Mommy on GFC, Twitter, or Facebook
  

It's that simple! Remember to leave a separate comment for each entry that you do. Giveaway ends September 10th 2010 and of course be sure to check back to see if you've won!

Shoe Fetish Of The Week

Good Morning Ladies! How sexy are these Jeffrey Campbell "Tabitha" heels?? This season it's the return of the lady-like pump and these beauties are the perfect example of mixing something classic like lace, and pairing it with a suede platform stiletto heel and giving it a modern twist. These babies can be bought through www.shopbop.com and retail for $130.00

Love 'em/Hate 'em? Let me know!

Yo Gabba Gabba Prize Pack!!

Don't forget to enter to win the Yo Gabba Gabba Prize Pack HERE!!

It includes Yo Gabba Gabba Clubhouse DVD and There's a Party in Tummy book for your little kiddies!!

Giveaway ends August, 31st!

Also remember to check out the Yo Gabba Gabba Live: There's a Party in my city tour!!
Go Here for details.

OshKosh B'gosh Sale {Buy 1 Get 2 FREE!!}

Listen up parents! Osh Kosh B'gosh is having an AWESOME sale right now--For every Tee you buy you get 2 FREE!! Perfect for you parents that are still back to school shopping!
Offer is available in stores and online.

www.oshkoshbgosh.com

Happy Shopping!

Drew Barrymore's Look. Yay or Nay? {Again}

Drew is still out and about promoting her new movie, Going the Distance, and this time she stopped in for an interview on The Late Night Show with David Letterman wearing a Richard Chai top, Camilla and Marc trousers, and YSL pumps.

Thank GOD her stylist pulled it together! Remember this catastrophe? Drew is such a GORGEOUS girl and this outfit definitely does her right. Bellissima!

What do you think? Love it or Hate it?

Reese Witherspoon's Look for Less!

I highly doubt that there's a single item in Reese's closet that I would-not-like. I adore this girl's laid back, feminine style. She never disappoints in my book. Even if it's just to run an errand this chick is just full of fabulousness. Like her look? I did a look for less version! Here's the breakdown:

Shirt Dress-$32 (Charlotte Russe)
Satin Trim Fedora-$19.50 (Arden B.)
Woven Belt-$39 (Ralph Lauren)
Metallic Thong Sandal-$34.90 (Lori's)

Designer Band-Aids?? {Cynthia Rowley Band-aids}

First diapers, now band-aids. It looks like Cynthia Rowley not only wants to take over our closets but our drawers too! She has released a limited-edition collection for Band-Aid which includes 20 assorted bandages including bows, sparkles, and sequins. The tin retails for $10, which is a little steep for band-aids but, One dollar of the sale will go to Design Ignites Change, an organization that engages high school and college students in design and architectural projects that address social issues in their own communities. Go to www.cynthiarowley.com to purchase.

What do you think of her band-aids? Are they worth the price? Do you like her designs? Let me know!

Wordless Wednesday: Shrekalicious

First Day of Pre-K.

These past few days have been C-R-A-Z-Y. I had to gather a few last minute things for Arianna's first day of school and now we're working on getting our routine down in the morning so it's not a rush to get out the door AND on top it off--the day before she started school, she got sick! So we've been battling a slight cold--ugh, talk about drama...but that's life when you have kids, right?

So, in case you were wondering...Arianna's first day of Pre-K went good! The teacher said she was a little shy (but she's always like that, until she gets to know someone) but no major concerns. Arianna had a little reservations about the whole thing but she still liked it. (FYI: That was the first time we've EVER left her alone--can you believe it?? Yeah, we're a little psychotic when it comes to her, plus she was sick so she wasn't in the best mood to begin with)

Today, however was a whooole different animal. She was SOOO excited when I picked her up! She was estatic. She said she had the BEST day and had so much fun which in turn gave mommy the BEST day... :)

How was your little one's first day of school??