Obsession of the Year

Dear Shopping Diety,

Thank you for closing 2007 with bountiful treasure of the discount kind. You have slashed prices on my favorite cashmere sweaters (see below). You dropped off a warm, stylish coat for me in the middle of the desert. You replaced my well-worn loafers with another, even more fabulous substitute. And today, you smiled upon me with a gift of Chloe sandals at 90 percent off, in black no less. I would ask how you knew which ones I wanted, in the color and size that I covet, but I dare not second guess your benevolent awesomeness. Instead, I will return to your retail minions and acquire a suitcase to tote all of these wares to the frozen tundra. It is my sincere hope that this public acknowledgment of your blessed existence results in fabulosity for all who rejoice in the awesome. Including me. Especially me. You have fed my obsession of the year. Of my life, in fact. But I can always make room for another bite. I can't wait to see what you find for me in 2008!

Kisses,
Jennifer

Hallelujah!

No need to thank me.

Toot Toot

All aboard!

May I Have Your Attention Please?!

Aaaaah, memories of the NYC subway!

Towel Off

These towels are da bomb!

There's nothing like getting out of a nice shower or bath and wrapping yourself in 1000 grams of Turkish cotton. Oh, and they are even better at 20% off.

I Never Stood A Chance

Let me let you in on the worst kept secret among the savvy shoppers among us.


There are a lot of really good sales after Christmas. Saks invites us to take an additional 50% off already marked down prices? Okay, twist my arm. Load up on thank you cards and wrapping paper at my boyfriend TJ's house at half the already low prices? Happy to take that off your hands. Basic shirts for under $10 at the Gap? No problemo. But my favorite sale is at J. Crew. For months, my mailbox has been clogged with critters and knee socks and puffy vests and ballet flats and argyle. It's not fair. It's like they know that I own a dogeared copy of The Preppy Handbook and they are taunting me. And they're loud and persuasive about it. Cashmere is my crack, people! How can you expect me to resist some fluffy soft fabric in a rainbow of fabulous colors? And then you go and surprise me this year with another additional 20% (online) and/or 25% (in store) discount? Lord, it's like feeding a chicken chicken. And believe me, I'm full.

For Going To Market

Save up for your bling with in this bling!

Waddle Waddle

Haven't you always wanted to snuggle up to a penguin? Nevermind that it would probably peck your eyes out. They're so darn cute!

Say Cheese!

Appropriate utensils for the happiest food on the planet!

Rock On!

I am so learning how to play guitar.

Yeah, YOU!

Seriously people, comment! I think I'm awesome and everything, so you all better keep me in check. And with that, happy holidays to all you Cybershoppers! I wish you good tidings and the best of luck in finding post-xmas treasure!

Hot Dog Part 3

Shit happens, but not on your lawn!

Hot Dog Part 2

Now you can walk all over your dog instead of letting your pooch walk all over you!

Hot Dog

Let this little pup light up your life!

Morris Day Knows What I'm Talkin About

Clocks are the obsession of the week. I am obsessed with being on time. Or early for most things, as the case may be. I cannot stand it when people are late. And I hate it even more when I am late for something or someone. I'm always looking at a timepiece -- the clock on my computer, phone, watch, oven, clock radio, wall, etc. Most everyday clocks, however, are fugly. Seriously, can you do better than some bright red, digitized nonsense in a black plastic box? Survey says, yes. Yes you can.

Yoshitomo Nara Flip Clock
Omar the Owl Zootimer
If Only I Had the Time Tin Man
Nelson Spindle Clock

Monkey Cuckoo Clock (notice the double dipping into the monkey obsession)

Now you have no excuse to be late!

Step Off!

For the most glamorous bathroom ever!

Pick a Card, Any Card

Remember these?
Try playing Texas Hold 'Em with these bad boys!

Tortoise or Hare?

Which one are you?

Monkeying Around

Did you seriously think we'd get through an entire week without a simian adventure? Guess again!

The 12 Muppets of Xmas

Talk about awesome ...

A New Sensation

OMG you guys, I so totally found this awesome thing to share with my BFF!


Like she can totally wear one and I can totally wear one and everyone will totally know that we are coordinating BFF of all time. OMG OMG OMG!

Take Off Your Shoes

Or not.

Al Gore Approved

A totally green smokestack!

Vase. Gun Vase.

The centerpiece of 007's holiday table.

Illuminating

After coveting this floor lamp for over a year, I finally bit the bullet. And now I'm wondering why I ever second guessed this purchase.

Swirly

Scientific studies show it is impossible to refuse treats when served on this:
Now go forth and stuff your face!

Love Letter of the Day

Dear Club Monaco,

Thank you for gracious hospitality. You are such a fabulous host, showering me with your black, white and sparkly wares. I particularly enjoyed that sweet little cashmere beenie and the three quarter length coat. Oh and that envelope clutch. And the ribbed off-the-shoulder sweater over that oxford shirt. You have given me much joy through the years, from black pants, to cropped blazers, to chunky knits, to my all time favorite red felted wool skirt that remains in the regular rotation. But this special salutation relates to that elusive top, combining the rarest features, that you gifted to me last weekend. You know the one -- with the v neck, fitted bodice and slightly flowy bottom (enough to hide all flaws while not appearing to conceal a Jamie Lynn Spears accidental-but-really-on-purpose condition), with the elbow length sleeves, in the dark silvery color? The one you marked down from $129 to $29? Yeah, that one. I gave her a good home and will put her to good use. (That's what he said!)

See you soon,
Jennifer

Snort!

Bring your piggy bank with you ... everywhere!
Porky, you are awesome!

With This Ring

Might as well look fabulous when you're flipping the bird!

Granny Chic

Happy Happy Chic Tuesday, Cybershoppers! An oldie but a goodie:


I had the pleasure of immersing myself in a bath of Jonathan Adler awesomeness in Chicago last weekend. Can I just have one of everything, please? Or maybe we should just wait until my head explodes all over the interior of the Parker Palm Springs next week. Yeah, you read that right!

Help Wanted

I hear Britney needs a driver.

Standing In the Corner

Are you kidding me with this whole "hall closet" concept? Like I would allow the riff raff to cohabitate with all the fabulosity in there. Please.

To That Fat Lot Over There ...

Here's one way to fight the flab this holiday season.

Minty Fresh

Impulse purchase alert!

Seriously delicious.

Giddyup

Let's get back to business now that I have returned from the Windy City after shopping myself into oblivion. This week's obsession has been brewing for at least 10 years. Where are you, oh perfect flat black boot? You know, the one that perfectly hugs my calf without gaping or cutting off the circulation ... the one with the perfectly rounded toe ... the one that is destined to be mine forever. Where are you?


J.Crew Sinclair Boot

Prada patent leather

Balenciaga Edition
Prada Riding Boot

*sigh* Someday you'll come along, the one I love.

All That Jazz

In honor of my absence for the next several days, I give you one of the best Broadway musicals ever. And one of the best film musicals ever.

Really, Harvey Weinstein should have put down his pork chop long enough to realize that Bebe Neuwirth was a much better Velma Kelly than Cathy Jones. But I digress.

Now excuse me while I rev up the Flux Capacitor in the DeLorean, return to 1983, and morph into a Duran Duran groupie. See you on Monday!

You Got To Coordinate!

Inspired by this:



Coordinate with this:

Mushroom timer

Mushroom tchotchkes
Mushroom magnets


Mushroom cachette (whatever the hell that is)

Mushroom necklace

Bam Bam Bam Bam!

Digital Luxury

Don't even think for a second that I forgot about the 10 soldiers north of the equator. Every winter, these devoted men and women morph into frozen popsicles attached to my blue little hands. I do what I can to lift their spirits.

They're grateful for my efforts. And good liars.

Happy Birthday To Me

Having a sister who works in retail has its benefits. I'm not in the habit of recommending $200 jeans, but these bad boys are beyond awesome.




Excellent wash. Versatile styling suitable for day or night. Flattering fit. Generous sizing (read: I fit into a size smaller than normal!). Stretchy. Not so low as to reveal today's underwear selection or worse, today's ill-fitting underwear selection.

The only thing that would make these better is if I could have snagged the Manolos that I tried on with them.