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confession
Claire said it would happen. TOK said it would happen. As did Trilby. Yesterday when I was going to the Lilly store to get the new Tied to the Cause scarf, which is gorgeous by the way, the best of the three, I actually bought a Lilly garment. N

In Her Shoes
Just saw a commercial for the movie. If I hadn't read (and fallen in love with) the book, I'm not sure I would want to see this movie. It seemed, well, awfully sappy. I think part of it is the fact that I can't get past Cameron Diaz as Maggie. Anyo

Vintage Binge at Barneys (NYC)
Sure, Lanvin's black satin dress from the fall runway is a winner. But for a real show-stopper, check out Barneys' vintage showcase, which will take you back to Lanvin, circa 1972. Ladies: Make your way to the 2nd floor tomorrow for pristine '70s an

eBags tries to pull a fast one, fails
Discussion on TechDirt: http://techdirt.com/articles/20050913/1029205_F.shtml There is a reply from an alleged eBags representative in the comments below the article. Synopsis: eBags had an opt OUT magazine trial offer with every purchase.

Alvin Valley Fashions W Hotels
So you haven't been deemed front-row material for Alvin Valley's spring/summer '06 show taking place today at the W Union Square? The hip hotel chain, which is co-hosting the show and afterparty, hopes to alleviate the snub by offering exclusive Val

Bergdorf Hosts Shoe Goddess (NYC)
The blueblood world's favorite hostess with the mostest, Tinsley Mortimer, will lead a trunk show for ballerina-turned-shoe goddess Alexandra Neel tomorrow from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at Bergdorf Goodman . You might have to elbow your way through a sea of ra

Protecting shoes from driving wear & tear?
Anybody know of a product that would protect the heel of your right shoe or boot from the wearing down caused by driving? I'm really tired of how quickly my boots and shoes develop that telltale patch. And please...don't tell me to wear another pair

Crocs shoe deal
I have found this great deal on www.shoepavilion.com on Crocs. They are cheap and no shipping. And offered me a discount code N816W what a deal

Its that time of year...
Given that Halloween is about 6 weeks away, its time to ask the perennial question: What celebrities, politicians, fictional characters, social phenomena, or fashion faux pas merit parody or imitation this year? -- userb3@yahoo.com http://www.go

glam.com hits WWD
thought I would share the buzz about a new site with the article from WWD. Web Site Mixes Shopping, Fashion Advice By Cate T. Corcoran NEW YORK - Glam.com may be a retailer's dream come true: A Web site that looks like a magazine, but whose conten

Argyle Sweater from "40 Year Old Virgin"
Stumbled on these auctions earlier today. It's the same sweater (mfr and design) as what Steve Carell wears in the poker scene of "The 40 Year Old Virgin", but blue instead of brown. eBay item numbers are: 6801583091 6801583162 FYI -- I'm not

J McLauglin on Third Ave empty
That was at 1343 Third Ave. New York NY 10021 This is ... disconcerting. I don't know anything about the reason.

What does *sparkling* mean in a fragrance?
I am addicted to fragrance and love reading descriptions in order to understand the nuances and to find others like what I already like. I also like to compare the notes in fragrances. One descriptor I am seeing a lot is the term sparkling. I know

get the perfect jeans from the Levi's machine
The title of this blog, "Strange New Products", kind of says it all... http://www.strangenewproducts.com/2005/09/new-machine-finds-perfect-levis.html Step into a booth and presto change-o... 10 seconds later you are recommended the "perfect" pair o