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1/5 rDev -72%
04-17-2013 22:23:07 | More by TheDudeRules
1.25/5 rDev -65%
06-06-2013 05:42:16 | More by Hopinista
1.3/5 rDev -63.6%
Appearance is hazy, dark strawberry blonde with an off-white head with long last, leaving nice lace. Nice color.
Smell is citrus hops and then very dirty, cheap vodka like alcohol.
Taste is similar - very sweet, dry, fusally hoppy beer - like an IPA fortified with cheap vodka. So bad, it's a bit nauseating, which is very disappointing with a tempting name like hop juice from a cali brewery, that I now realize why I've never heard of...
Mouthfeel is dry and slick.
Drinkability is terrible. A very poorly executed beer, in spite of the tempting name and story about being one of the original DIPAs. If this is what it tasted like then, they've really failed to evolve. Total drain pour, I had maybe 3 oz. of this bomber. Probably my lowest rated beer every (I think a Left Hand RIS was similarly plagued by dirty booze).
04-16-2010 04:00:32 | More by ccrida
1.35/5 rDev -62.2%
Looks good in the glass. Plenty of foamy/ rocky head. No hops in the nose. None. Zero. Smell of dirty feet instead. Took a sip and I can't taste any hops either. Maybe it's an old bottle but I don't think so. It's super hot/ boozy. I can hardly get this one down. What a huge disappointment.
05-08-2010 23:07:44 | More by ggroller
1.5/5 rDev -58%
05-12-2013 15:27:50 | More by mhaugo
1.5/5 rDev -58%
04-02-2013 20:44:37 | More by Rozyravens
1.75/5 rDev -51%
04-29-2014 17:45:31 | More by atrocity
New Jersey
1.85/5 rDev -48.2%
Slightly tarnished yelow gold body. Some haziness. Level two fingers of white tight foam.
Pleasant grapefruit backed by pine aroma. Lacks the fierce assertiveness I was expecting.
Malt doesn't establish a foothole as much as collapses after the first step. The juicy citrus hops immediately take over and have a big bite at the swallow. In the aftertaste though the citrus recedes and the pine goes from pleasant to industrial cleanser.
Decent mouthfeel. Finish absolutely destroys drinkability.
The brief middle isn't worth the start and finish of this beer. This is one DIPA you can pass on.
11-24-2009 20:30:58 | More by RonfromJersey
1.93/5 rDev -45.9%
Maybe I don't have an experienced enough palate, but this beer just seems unnecessarily over-hopped. No balance here, just tons of bitterness.
Interestingly, I see several reviews mentioning that the hops are not present enough?
Well, I guess taste is very subjective and relative to a baseline... some see a glass half full and some see...
I won't be buying it again.
07-24-2011 07:12:58 | More by BurnInLA
1.98/5 rDev -44.5%
Poured into a claret.
Appearance-Burnt orange, lots of haze. One finger soapy off white head with very nice lacing. Lots of bubbles still clinging to the perimeter of the glass.
Smell-Fresh bottle as far as I know, and getting alot of caramel and chocolate malts, not so much hops. I get some grapefruit, lemon and pine in the backround. I thought this beer was dry hopped?
Taste-Damn. Huge unpleasant bitterness. This is just bitter as fuck, no balanced at all. Completely slapped in the face with hops and back of the throat is just burning. So dry, carbonation can't even help this. I guess I'm getting some light grapefruit but something is wrong with this beer.
...Even as this beer warms it gets worse...
Mouthfeel-Prickly, numbing and horrible. Not sure If I can drink much more of this.
Overall-Hands Down the worst IIPA I have EVER had. No balance, just slapped with bitterness, no malt, no fruit little sweetness. I'm going to try and finish the half of bomber that I poured, and will most likely drain pour the rest. The fact that you can get a Hop Stoopid for 4 bucks there is no reason for this beer to ever be purchased. EVER.
07-24-2011 20:23:52 | More by SWMeyer4141
2/5 rDev -44%
05-28-2012 21:40:47 | More by dumptruck81
2/5 rDev -44%
07-06-2013 07:15:30 | More by ebrifan
2.13/5 rDev -40.3%
Liquor Stop
San Marcos, CA
A clear amber body with a touch of haze throughout the beer. A half inch high head that sticks around, eventually leaving sticky webs of lacing down the glass. Very pretty beer.
Although that's where the fun stops...
This beer has some pleasant floral notes and I also smell some banana peel. The hot alcohol is present in the nose and only becomes more pronounced as the beer warms. Whatever is here that is pleasant is overshadowed and dominated by the strong smell of hot alcohol.
This beer is a bitter, bitter beast. While I do love a bitter monster, (Port Hop 15 comes to mind) this one is decidedly unpleasant. Starts highly bitter, and then the beer moves into a very unpleasant place dominated by alcohol harshness and high astringency.
Relatively thick mouthfeel.
I did not enjoy this beer. It's a bitter beast, but tastes and smells of burning alcohol. Unpleasant.
I drank this beer a few years ago and drain-poured it with many similar complaints. I wanted to revisit it again to give it another chance, but the beer has not improved, and after enjoying so many DIPAs since, this one actually seems even worse now than it did then. It's not for me.
04-03-2011 19:30:21 | More by ehammond1
2.19/5 rDev -38.7%
Pours deep amber. OK clarity. Ok head retention.
Smells like hop candy. Sweetness looms behind herbal hops. Boozy alcohol on the nose. Citrusy and piney hops.
Whoa, caramel comes out to play! Prickly alcohol and bitterness, with a long bittersweet finish. Slight metallic finish.
Thick full body. Chewy for sure. Low carbonation.
No date on this bottle so I can't be sure how old it is, but this is tough to drink. Even as an American Barleywine this would be hard to give a good score, but it's closer to that style than anything.
11-16-2013 00:54:38 | More by tanarm
2.23/5 rDev -37.5%
Pours a slightly cloudy copper body with a thich, sudsy looking white head.
Citurs and pine sap on the nose. For a DIPA that is supposed to be severely dry hopped, I was hoping for more. I've had Pale Ales with a larger hop scent.
If the aroma was a mild letdown, the flavor is a tragedy. Alcohol is pervasive. There is an astringent character that goes far beyond simple bitterness. Sweet malt is reminiscent of American Barleyine. Hops come and go in flashes, but never land a solid blow. The finish is like cheap whiskey, boozy, but not in that good warming sort of way.
If you have to slam it like you're shooting McCormick Vodka at a frat party to get through a bottle, its not a good beer. I won't be finishing my glass, let alone the bottle.
I don't know what they did wrong with this beer, but it seems like they keep doing it. After reading other reviews, it doesn't sound like my experience was an isolated incident or the result of a bad batch. While plenty of BAs seem to think its decent, it sounds like the shock I currently feel is a rather common reaction to this product.
I hate to be mean. I know someone worked long, hard hours to make this beer and I respect anyone willing to dedicate their life to commercial brewing. It is not any easy thing to do. But this is bad.
Avoid this beer. I won't be carrying it at my store and as it is currently constituted, I would recommend others take a pass as well. You may be able to pass this off on someone with little experience with IPAs and they mat not notice its flaws and simply drink it as a source of alcohol, but I think most experienced beer drinkers will notice right away, there is something wrong with Hop Juice.
01-05-2011 04:59:04 | More by BradLikesBrew
2.23/5 rDev -37.5%
22 oz. bomber,
A: Pour a golden yellow, just a shade or 2 darker than a pils, with a firm, rocky white head with good retention, not a lot of lace, has a standard DIPA look.
S: Smell is promising, get a huge jolt of pine and citrus on opening the bottle, once poured a mint and spice mix comes out.
T: I have a bit of a problem here. Hop flavours are overall tasty, but were definitely muted, compared to what I expect in this style, prosaic compared to what is coming out of San Diego right now. Has good pine notes, but too much peppermint takes over in the end, making the flavour 1-dimensional and boring. Get some bitter lemon zest and medicinal elements in there that I really wasn't in to as well. When it warmed up a bit it was not fun to drink.
M: Mouthfeel is too light for the style, watery, resiny, with a long aftertaste, mild solvent character.
D: Dissapointed about this one since I had heard good things about it in the past. Hate to give a lower review to a local brewer, but in my opinion, this is just not up to par. With all the great DIPA's in CA, I don't think I will revisit this one.
08-31-2008 21:08:24 | More by Halcyondays
2.25/5 rDev -37%
09-13-2013 14:52:17 | More by Beerswag
New York
2.25/5 rDev -37%
This beer poured a hazy golden copper with a 1 finger high off-white head. The head dissipated quickly and minimal lacing was observed. The initial smell of the beer was apple juice and hints of alcohol. I know that the hops were the cause for this bizarre smell and the malts were barely detectable. The initial taste of the beer was a burnt caramel with slight malts, additionally it tasted boozy. This brew had a medium to full body and was dry.
This is the worst DIPA that I have ever tried, not sure if anyone read the bottle, but they claim to have invented the first DIPA. Being that the case, you'd think that they could get the style right. I would not recommend anyone to try this beer.
07-07-2010 01:42:03 | More by Mancer
2.28/5 rDev -36.1%
the appearannce of this one is a little disappointing. it pours a light golden color with a soft white head that dissipates quickly. some amber touches to the edges, but overall resembles a pilsner.
there is a faint hop aroma emanating from the glass. its barely perceptible, however, and is accompanied by small doses of citrus fruitiness and a maltiness that promises to "balance" the beer, though this isn't really desirable.
Wow. not impressed at all. waaay to hot for a DIPA. 9.4% here rivals the alcohol burn of BCS and 120 minute. the alcohol asserts itself as the dominate force over the other flavors, that, though hidden, can be identified as oranges, pineapple, and a bitter hoppiness in the finish that serves as a reminder that you're drinking a beer and not a fruity cocktail made with a double shot. none of the flavors blend and the beer seems to fall apart on the palate. this is a wreck.
as previously stated, the beer is much to hot, and, further, is undercarbonated. drinkability is enough to get me through this bottle, but only because its buzzing me nicely and i want to keep it going. put this on the "do not purchase again" list.
edit: ended up being a drain pour. i've lowered the score accordingly.
12-21-2009 05:37:49 | More by jdklks
2.4/5 rDev -32.8%
Bottled: unk
A: Pours amber ale with two fingers of faded caramel foam which slowly falls to a quilt of the same. Ringed sheets of lacing. Good looker.
S: Tangerines, pine, a bit of floral character (soapy). Some distantly sweet malts in the back.
T: Hmm, was this done with belgian yeast?! Has a yeasty, coriander like flavor I often associate with tripels. Otherwise, quite bitter with creamy sweetness off the malt/weird flavor. Some peppery sage like flavors. Not really digging this as a DIPA
M: Medium on heavy body for the style. Moderately smooth and lifeless carbonation.
O: Really surprised by this beer, with a name like hop juice, I thought this would be a little more complex. Huh, guess I got sold. Not a very good beer.
09-02-2011 15:39:59 | More by harrymel
2.45/5 rDev -31.4%
22 oz bottle. Pours a clear golden yellow with a smallish bubbly white head the goes to a thin film that leaves some lacing.
The aroma is sweet caramel malts and tropical fruits and some floral hops and some stinkiness.
The flavor is some sweet malts followed by an almost minty hoppiness that is combined with tropical fruits. The result is kind of strange. It has quite a bit of bitterness that lingers in the finish. The mouthfeel is medium bodied and a little watery.
Overall, this was much better when I had it on tap at Falling Rock. On tap it was more of a solid traditional DIPA with no mint and tropical fruits.
06-19-2010 05:27:22 | More by Beaver13
2.48/5 rDev -30.5%
Really disappointed in this. Grabbed from BevMo and I am hoping this is not fresh. Carbonation is light. Bold aromas and flavors that are unpleasant. Like honey with weird sweetness. Hop flavors are so strong but out of balance. The alcohol does not work here. More like boozie hop extract. Just didn't work for me. The bitterness and metallic quality sticks with you for 15 minutes.
05-22-2010 06:18:51 | More by HopJ
2.5/5 rDev -30%
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2.5/5 rDev -30%
11-11-2012 23:51:26 | More by MrD
2.5/5 rDev -30%
01-18-2013 14:42:20 | More by ACY73
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AUCKLAND, New Zealand--The New Zealand dollar is lower late Thursday against the U.S. dollar although it pared some of its losses following a narrower than expected local trade deficit and upbeat Chinese data.
ANZ Bank said the New Zealand dollar waned against the U.S. dollar during the London and New York sessions due to "exhaustion" after the currency failed to push through resistance levels.
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The country recorded a NZ$199 million (US$168 million) goods, or merchandise, trade deficit for September and a NZ$1.5 billion deficit for the year ended Sept. 30, Statistics New Zealand said earlier Thursday. The median expectation in a Wall Street Journal survey of 10 economists was for a deficit of NZ$800 million in September, and a deficit of NZ$2.1 billion for the year.
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Mr. Hill said focus has now returned to the U.S. dollar story and this will likely be the driver for the currency for the remainder of the global day.
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Yes, it's true Margaret Russell's magazine is curious to see where you house your precious personal belongings. Unfortunately, the AD closet reveal invitation only applies to those of you undergoing (or having undergone) a reno. However, they sincerely do want you to show them the goods.
Is your closet more akin to a generously sized dressing room worthy of Bergdorf Goodman's bridal boutique? Or are you packing your fancy frocks into a pint-sized closet? Either way, the team at venerable Architectural Digest would like to see the the before & afters.
While my personal favoritesalways seem to lean towards light, bright & airy, there's much to be said for a sexy darker chamber to house your Hermes and other finery. I tend to notice an almost straight line down gender lines on the topic. Men preferring a darker space while girls opt for the flattering glow of a luminous white or cream space. Which type are you? And does yours qualify for the contest? If so you could qualify to be features in an AD showcase, which is likely on a bucket list for a few of you. So don't be shy. Submit those pix and let your space be seen.
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I was feeling pretty good about my closet until I spied Yolanda Foster's massive spread. First, her house is jawdropping. This is precisely the kind of home my husband knows I fully expect to call home in the note too distant future. Sweeping views of the Pacific and airy, breezy styling throughout the house. Yolanda designed the floorplan with views in mind, knowing that the "wow" moments are important.It delivers on so many levels.
My dream house of course could only come with a killer closet. Yolanda's does not disappont. In fact, hers is worthy of worship and praise. Inside this white walled private sanctuary exists her own personal Rodeo Drive. Row upon row of pretty heels. Shelves of carefully collected handbags.
It's no surprise that I spy my favorite YSL tributes and limited edition Chanel bags. Floor to ceiling mirrors and incredible lighting give this space (and likely its owner) a heavenly glow. The bolstered, tufted seating may be there for practical purposes like putting on boots. However, in a place this holy it is more likely there to support those who have fainted, feeling overcome by the experience. Lord, have mercy. This dressing room is nirvana.
Did I mention she has a lemon grove and an infinity pool as well? Feel free to torture yourself here.
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Fashion and decor. Two of my absolute favorite things. And I have to admit to having a fascination with the relationship between the two. The causal influences of one upon the other. Do runways trends influence our homes or is it often the other way around? The answer to both is a resounding yes. On the whole, the two are so intertwined that it is almost a waste of time to try to sort of which led the other on trends and styles.
I like to think of personal style as all encompassing. Dressing your home is not so terribly different from adorning your body. If you favor chic mod or tried-and-true traditional in one area you are quite likely to love it in the other. Similarly: you should surround yourself in colors that flatter you - whether it be a gorgeous gown or the color of your walls. Are you a sucker for texture? You will likely find your closet and your home filled with touchable fabrics. Is gold your weakness? I suspect we'll find your bedside tables and your jewelry drawer adorned with gilded accents. The two areas are fascinatingly intermingled and - I suspect - always will be.
Personally, I always lean towards classic lines, elegant accents and timeless styles. I do love my gold, and I want touchably soft textiles around me at all times. Rest assured: you can favor classics and still keep things incredibly fresh. It's all in how you style it.
Just take a look at Aerin Lauder's dressing room. I have always loved this image. What's not to love? Floor to ceiling silk puddling on the ground. The handpainted chinoiserie wallpaper in a flowery, flowing design on the softest aqua ground. A glistening chandelier which is somehow upstaged by this insanely gorgeous brass desk. This room has such an abundance of femininity that it is almost literally dripping from the wall. This is somehow incredibly powerful yet quietly reserved at the same time. It's an interesting mix of bold and delicate, organic and modern. I love it.
To me, if this space were an outfit it would be worn by a woman with absolute confidence. She loves her life, she takes care of herself and she enjoys the very act of dressing herself. I see a flowing gown with Grecian influences and a curve-hugging silhouette. I see opulent gold everywhere: the shoes, the jewels... everywhere. These golden accents are present, but somehow not overdone. I see her wearing a chic chignon and a classic manicure. The updo serves to highlight the handcrafted earrings (that mirror the artisan quality of the wallpaper). The perfect manicure would be showcased so perfectly against the glimmering clutch in her beautiful hands.
But don't be fooled for her overwhelming femininity. It is her strength and not her weakness. This is a woman who accomplishes everything she has ever set out to accomplish. And she isn't finished checking off her life's to-do list. Not even close.
Her posture reflects that lifelong confidence and her skin glows like a woman lit from within. She is luminous, driven and poised. Like this magical room, she has wisdom and inner strength beyond her years and will blaze a gilded trail on her way to her version of "the top."
She, like this room, leads others to wonder how she does it. She is equal parts open book and intriguing mystery. She epitomizes style and grace yet possesses a dynamic energy that won't be contained or easily defined. One thing is certain: she knows what she loves and carefully edits her personal space and her closet to contain only those things that completely delight her. And isn't that what personal style is all about? I think so.
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September 09, 2012
Nutty over Nina
Her closet. The only item that I'd remove is that sad little bouquet of flowers some prop stylist must have added at the last moment. I would bet money that Nina prefers a perfect little bouquet of white flowers in a much more appealing vase. Aside from that, Nina's admirable collection of Chanel jackets, shimmery shoes and smart looks have me smitten. And that Frank chaise longue? Shut. Up. Fabulous. And for those of you who never miss a beat, yes, that watercolor is a Salvador Dali.
{source: ArchDigest.com}
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September 08, 2012
Guess Who?
Too hilarious to keep to myself. The master closet of star couple Ellen DeGeneres and actress Portia de Rossi. Melinda Ritz was the designer who married their styles as well as their shoe collections. I love how fabulousbly obvious it is who claims rights to each column of shoes. I'll share with Portia, thankyouverymuch. See the rest of their amazing home here.
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July 15, 2012
Still Loving: Kyle Richards' Closet
Have you seen Bravo's show !0 Things That Make Me Happy? As it turns out, this show itself is now one of the ten things that make me happy. It's beautifully edited, funny, quick and doesn't take itself too seriously. I mean, come on... Kyle Richards and Jonathan Adler. It doesn't get better than this pair to reveal to us the handful of items in their life that make them smile.
But let's focus on Kyle, as I'm obsessed with her easy laugh, her FABULOUS closet, her glossy locks and her fun little family. It seems that Kyle is also a fan of these things, making her even more likable. To say she enjoys her life is an understatement. Her husband is one obvious reason, as are her stunning daughters. But Kyle finds joy in everything from her Chanel-lined closet (obviously) to her drugstore brand shampoo. I kind of love her.
If the above video isn't enough to convince you, watch the show AND watch this house tour below. I know, I know... those of you not drinking the Bravo Kool-Aid (while I take it in with a big fat straw) might snub your nose at the idea of a "Real Housewife" having any true style or personality. Kyle is different. She's hilarious and is completely aware of how ridiculously good her life really is, while still being the kind of person you are positive you'd be BFFs with if of course you lived in Beverly Hills.
Sadly, the show doesn't really appear on the channel's web site yet. But you can use your DVR to find out when it airs again. Trust me. The 15 minutes of Kyle is enough to warrant the effort. Just trust me.
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April 17, 2012
To Maternity and Beyond
Much love to Isabella Oliver for featuring me in their World Style Panel. Several months ago they phoned to ask my for my bumptastic style tips and how I maneuvered the dubious world of maternity style. Honestly (and I mean this in all seriousness), it was the discovery of Isabella Oliver during my first pregnancy that made my second one so easy.
"if you find something that really works buy a few in different colours"
This brand allowed me to dress in the same manner during pregnancy as I did before. Even better? I'm shocked at how many of the pieces still work! The ruching really makes these lifetime pieces rather than short-lived styles. It's also a big bonus that they now offer a 365 Collection. Same amazing jersey, terrific styling and pretty colors for the rest of your life.
"I love the layering camis because you can extend the rest of your wardrobe so easily."
I can't say enough lovely things about the brand, the team behind the brand and the level of quality you can expect with these pieces. Whether you're rocking a bump or not, I assure you this brand is luxury you deserve every day of the year. Go. Explore. Enjoy.
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March 03, 2012
Saturday Sneak Peek
Because I can't stop fawning over celebrity closets... this one is owned by none other than Joan Rivers. Thanks to Annie for the link! Happy star studded Saturday, everyone!
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February 08, 2012
Closet Stalking
Because I (and I'm guessing you as well) can't resist an opportunity to peer into a fabulous closet, may I offer you a glimpse into the master closet of this $6.5MM University Park listing. The home itself is just under 9,000 square feet and is in one of my favorite parts of Dallas.
Yahoo describes the home (and mostly the closet) this way:
I will say, Dallas homes have some of the best closets I've ever seen. We are willing to have smallish yards in order to accommodate our need for generous square footage inside the home and maximum storage space. For more fabulous real estate drool sessions, be sure to peruse one of my favorite sites, Mathews Nichols for some of the city's finer examples of luxury homes. This listing ought to get you started. Note the insanely pretty kitchen and dreamy back patio. This is what living in the South is all about.
This house, built in 2007, almost looks like a converted warehouse from outside. Highlights include an underground garage, marble floors and fireplaces, and a geothermal HVAC system. The master bedroom has his and hers baths, along with this enormous closet with high ceilings. The closet has shelving for shoes and cowboy boots, as well as overhead storage for hats and out-of-season clothing.
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January 09, 2012
Change of A Dress
While you may easily overlook the power potential of a tan dress, I say it is one of those closet essentials that is truly underestimated. You can easily go from meet-the-parents sweet to drop dead diva with just a few quick accessory changes. And if we're confessing here, I must admit to having a closet full of festive prints that can barely be worn more than once. That's the secret power of a solid dress: it out performs any print, since you can transform the way you wear it each and every time.
This lovely sample above? The perfectly polished Sunset Boulevard dress from Shabby Apple. This, dear style lovers, is what happens when khaki meets curves. The fabric has a hint of sheen, a bit of stretch, and is nipped and tucked in all the right places. If you're looking for a versatile piece that will go from day to night and back to day again, this is the number.
My favorite way to wear a piece like this? With sizzle. Lots of it. A bold cuff, towering tall heels and (just to mix it up a bit) a lady-like scarf tied about the neck. Add big sunglasses (is there any other kind?) and voila! You are ready for anything that this fabulous life might throw your way.
So... who, you may be asking is Shabby Apple? They are a "no boys allowed" brand. What do I mean by that? It's all about the dress and the skirt. There are no pants to be found anywhere on their site. Dressing in skirts and dresses is the epitome of femininity if you ask me. There's no mistaking that you see yourself as a woman when you walk into a room in heels and a dress. And certainly not a dress like this. Va-va-voom, baby!
Featured: Shabby Apple Sunset Boulevard Dress, Louis Vuitton Leopard & Monogram Silk Scarf, Tom Ford Miranda Sunglasses, Ippolita Gladiator Bracelet, YSL Serpent Head Tribute Sandals
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December 20, 2011
Venti Girl Holiday Gift Guide: The Deserving Diva
Don't let her hard charging attitude towards life (and reaping her due rewards) fool you. This fashion forward friend deserves to keep her feet warm in style as much as you do. Give her the gift of lavish leather and plush rabbit fur booties to keep her pedicured feet protected from the elements. The comfort that only a YSL shoe can deliver will only be outweighed by the savvy style choice you've made. A hidden front platform gives her even more vertical lift, so it's easier for her to look down upon those lacking her sartorial standards. Oh, and did I mention they are on sale?
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November 09, 2011
Ooh, La, La
If you're a reviews girl (I certainly am when it comes to online shopping), the feedback on this beauty doesn't disappoint! Snag yours at Isabella Oliver. Shop now and you'll also save 25% on their incredible knits (a fashion must!).
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October 28, 2011
A Woman's Right to Shoes
The Daily Mail article may not be particularly favorable, but you must appreciate Tamara Ecclestone's incredible inventory of shoes in her massive walk-in closet. The writer clearly doesn't support a woman's right to shoes... and many pretty pairs as she wishes. And when you're heiress to a fortune as this this lucky girl is, you have the means to do with your trust fund as you wish. Carry on, Tamara. But do as your mother suggests, donate to worthy causes and those in need.
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October 18, 2011
One in Every Color
I try very hard to resist the temptation to purchase multiple colors of the same item. Occasionally, however, a piece is so timeless, so perfect, so impossibly "Franki" that I realize I'd be a fool to pass up the opportunity to invest in as many as I can get my pretty hands upon. Well... I've found something...
The "Fay Two Way Top" from Vanessa Knox absolutely floors me. If it the epitome of sleek styling and relaxed comfort rolled into one. Toss it over jeans and wear it draped around your neck in a gentle cowl. Or for dressier occasions wear it off the shoulder with a sweeping floor-length skirt for an unapologetic sexy look. Imagine it with a long, fabulous necklace or with hair swept up and chandelier earrings? This beauty is begging to go out on the town.
Versatility never looked so glamorous. Normally, even if I find such a magical item, the colors are all just a bit "off" leaving me wanting. Not in this case. Vanessa has masterfully chosen three colors I can't possibly choose between. A mysterious shade called "mouse" that offers irresistible softness, a shade of violet that would look great on any complexion and an impossibly pretty charcoal that will be reached for every time I open my closet.
Know what else I love? Aside from the incredible ruching (oh my!), it has those sleeves that are a touch too long. I absolutely love that detail. And the fabric is a supremely soft blend of wool and modal blend jersey ensuring comfort and impeccable fit. This just has yummy perfection written all over it. *sigh*
I'm in love with this piece. I'm also shamelessly admitting I'll be investing in one of each for my closet. Thank you, Vanessa, for reading my mind and answering my fashion prayer.
See the rest of her incredible collection at VanessaKnox.com.
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September 27, 2011
Coat of Arms
I do love a great coat. Preferably white or black (cream, actually). Always a wool-cashmere blend. I like them fitted at the waist. I love a good collar (the more dramatic, the better). Buttons are a passion of mine on coats. They should be beautiful, otherwise completely disappear into the design. I prefer bracelet sleeves rather than full length.
I'm very picky about overall garment length, as I'm petite. If it's a shorter coat it should come to the bottom of the hips or be so cropped as to stop above the waist. If it is long, it should hit above knee length, as to much longer can quickly look dowdy.
In the end it's al about fit. It must fit you like a glove or you must have it altered. If you try it on at the shop and the shoulders don't fit, say goodbye. It's just not meant to be. Sleeves can be altered, but sloppy shoulders are just a sad thing to see.
That said, Trina Turk has several gorgeous options in her fall lineup. Her capes are to die for. Part cape, part coat, these versatile wonders are strikingly beautiful. But that mod cream one with the oversized buttons? Oh yes. I'll need that. I like it best with the collar buttoned all the way or not at all. This one looks best that way.
Featured: Londoner Coat & Manhattan Coat{Images via the always incredible Neiman Marcus blog}
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September 20, 2011
Venti Cup's Joss & Main Curator's Collection Starts Today!
Today is the day! This morning my Joss & Main Curator's Collection will go live. The theme is Livable Glamour.
To me, true luxury is surrounding yourself with a home that is as luxurious as it is inviting. The key to achieving this lifestyle? Careful selection of those things you add to your home. Taking a bit more time to inspect upholstery, invest in quality furnishings, add accessories that have significance to you. It is a curated look. Think: hand-tufted wool rugs, unexpected objets d′art, comfortable seating in plush fabrics, soothing color palettes. I love mixing textures and periods. Decorating in this way creates warmth and interest in every room of your home. It is as sophisticated as it is welcoming, and that is true luxury.
As in so many areas, I've taken a cue from our European counterparts. Livable Glamour is not a "fresh off the showroom floor" look. Each item in your home (and your closet for that matter) should be something you absolutely love. Focus on touchable textures, interesting details and quality pieces that are stylish but not trendy... all of these combine to create an air of effortlessly chic style. This is how you build a great wardrobe AND style a fabulous home.
Today's Joss & Main Curator's Collection will showcase some of my favorite pieces sourced from the incredible Joss & Main catalog. Each item has been personally selected by me and chosen for it's ability to exude effortless elegance. Choose one, choose many... but remember to passionately pursue those pieces you love! Effortless glamour comes from loving your surroundings and expressing your personal style through your choices.
Happy shopping, everyone! Après vous!
{Featured above: Belle Meade Signature "Barclay Settee" in Vintage Ivory, Thomas Lighting "Gramercy Park" Pendant, Nourison Tajik Green Oriental Rug, Bernhardt "Winslow" End Table in Mottled Antique Gold and Silver, Uttermost "Prancing Horse" Sculpture in Heavily Antiqued Textured Ivory}
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September 02, 2011
Happy Place
As you know, I have a predeliction for fabulous closets. Kerri Russel's walk-in closet has an earthy quality to it that differs from my need for glossy perfection, but the sunlight, large mirror and impossibly sweet display of shoes makes me so happy for her. Every girl needs a happy place. This one is surely one of hers.
{via the ever amazing, Elle Decor lookbook}
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August 08, 2011
Seriously, ladies... if you're not adding Isabelloa Oliver pieces to your wardrobe you are missing out on some of the yummiest, most sumptuous jersey knit pieces on the market. Natalie Portman, Selma Blair, Angelina Jolie, Jessica Alba, Gwen Stefani, Sophie Dahl, Naomi Watts, Minnie Driver and Jennifer Lopez are just a handful of the gorgeous celebs who would agree with me on this one.
These are incredibly well made pieces. If you didn't know it, the brand offers two lines of clothing. Maternity for stylish moms to be and the 365 Collection for thoseof us not rocking a bump. If I had to describe the look of the line it's sexy sophisticate. It's exactly how I like to dress on a daily basis. Form fitting classics in fresh colors with clean details. Streamlined, stylish and unfussy. If you crave easy, effortless glamour this is clearly your brand.
Check out their fashion magazine here for more impossibly chic looks.
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July 30, 2011
Zoe + Shopbop
Busy Monday? If you can manage, scoot over to shopbop's blog for a live video chat with Rachel Zoe. The deets:
In celebration of the launch of her Rachel Zoe Collection for Fall 2011, Shopbop.com and Rachel Zoe have teamed up for an exclusive online video segment to premiere on August 1. The video will include behind the scenes footage and interviews with Zoe talking about her inspirations for the line, her creative process and her favorite pieces from the new collection. The interactive platform Big Live will be hosting the video on Shopbop.com and will allow viewers to chat during the event with friends, fans and Zoe herself, who will be narrating -- live.Have your credit card in hand... styles featured during the event will be available for purchase while you The Zoe are bonding over talk of platforms & Pucci. Note: You can also catch the action on Rachel's YouTube channel.
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May 11, 2011
My Happy Place
Mariah who? Witness the glory that is the private closet of 'Housewife' Lisa Vanderpump. Her
home estate at 50 Beverly Park is beyond words. Her closet? Beyond amazing. She's stashing more Chanel into that space than my nearest boutique. Not that she's lacking square footage or assets. Lisa, your dressing space is currently my happy place. As I sit staring at my to-do list and tight schedule i'm dreaming of your baby pink lambskin 2.55, your lime green Birkin (bold choice) and the promise that lies within that shoe department, er... section. Kudos to you, sister. Kudos.
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March 09, 2011
More Bluefly Closet Envy
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March 08, 2011
Moments of Grace
Delicious, timeless classics are the latest "trend"... Isn't that fabulous? We can unapologetically be girls again. Ruffles, skirts, defined waists, pleats, belts, silk, dresses... full frontal girliness. Amen to that.
{these moments of grace via ShopBop}
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March 07, 2011
Spectator Sport
It might be different where you live, but these early spring days here in the south require carfeul wardrobe planning. Windy & overcast mornings that give every indication of a rainy day suddenly become blissfully sunny and warm by noon. It's easy to look at your weather app and think you're safe in a short sleeved tee. But don't be fooled, mother nature packs a punch with a fierce wind and falling temps late in the day. If you're not careful you'll be wishing you'd grabbed a jacket before heading out the door.
Dressing the part is a balancing act. Layering is always the key, and there area areas where you can let a little spring shine through. Lighter colors and playful wedges usually do the trick for me. My daytime weekend wardrobe of late consists of skinny jeans, peeptoe wedges and a cardigan tossed on over a fitted top. Mid-day I can enjoy the warmth of the sun, but once that wind kicks up I can be just as warm as I am stylish.
Weather like this begs for a trench coat, and I love that classic look. But it's nice to mix it up now and then with an imaginative sweater like the one above. The weave is too loose to wear over a printed top, so a simple cream fitted tee or tank is the solution. The YSL peeptoe wedges are great during the day and will look even better in summer paired with navy shorts. Love their subtle nod to spectator pump in the piped detailing.
The best part of spring is the opportunity to dine outside. I've been jumping at the opportunity to dine on the patio everywhere I go. My on-the-go solution (as always) is that extra pair of shoes and a smaller clutch tucked away. Here, I'd swap out those chubby wedges for these elegant Elizabeth & James crocodile-effect heels. Pure perfection.
{Lovely items & images above all courtesy of Net-a-Porter}
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February 23, 2011
Out With The Old...
It happens occasionally and it's occuring right now... I am dying to empty my closet and begin anew. All pants, tops, dresses... they are all looking back at me right now asking to be relieved of their duties. Seems it's time to turn myself into a client and restyle myself. If Aniston decided it was time to lose her lengthy locks, it must be something in the pre-spring air. 2011 is begging for personal transformation. Renewal. Rethinking. Reinvention.
Given the choice (which we all have) I'd fill my closet with a bevy of amazing dresses. Something in a performance fabric ala DVF or Isabella Oliver. Wrap dresses, grecian draping, ruched silhouettes - these are no-fail solutions to the age-old "what will I wear today?" dilemma.
I absolutley LOVE dresses. Easy, fabulous, gorgeous and undeniably feminine. The right dress wardrobe can make getting dressed a true pleasure.
Considering that I just moved and completed what I viewed as "the great closet purge of 2010" I am surprised at this personal response to my closet. But it's time. Last year I deleted pieces, yes. Lots of them. But I did not replace. Now... approaching a new season and a new life in a new city I'm painfully aware of the void(s) created by my ruthless elimination of excess clothing. Do I miss any of it? Not a single item. Amazingly, I want to edit even further. This isn't just boredom, it's me focusing a critical eye on my closet and seeing it in a new light (literally). The result? I'm ready to blow it a kiss and say "buh bye" for good.
Time to restyle the most difficult client of all: myself.
Thankfully, accessories & denim will be spared (I do adore my bags & shoes!) but it's time release the "old me" version of my wardrobe and begin anew. Camera, dress form and Bonanzle account are fired up & ready to go... but I've had very little action in recent years profiting from eBay or Bonanzle auctions on apparel. It's tough to compete with retailers offering such deep discounts on brand new items.
Truth is it always depends upon the brand, but even then I've seen fantastic pieces get no action - only to have would-be bidders offer pennies on the dollar. In fact, I lost more (in time, money and effort) than I could have gained out of recent auction efforts. It means the bulk of it is donated to Goodwill or women's shelters. While this makes me feel good, it does little to pad my pockets for the joy (and financial pain) that is wardrobe rebuilding.
It might be time to give consignment stores a chance to work their magic.
Oh.. those yummy dresses above? Pieces I must have. If you're harboring any secret spots for selling your unwanted apparel, I'd love to be clued in on your most successful methods.
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February 22, 2011
Mr. Porter Launches
Everywhere I look there's a male grooming salong opening and a new haberdashery offering their fabulous wares to the Mr in our lives. What's been missing however, is a guidebook for that certain handsome someone to pull it all together. While James is doing his best to bring fashion to the masses (and man, does he deliver the goods!) and Scott stalks fashionable pedestrians in every city he frequents... the rest of our male counterparts are left to their own devices.
Enter: Mr. Porter... Net-a-porter's masculine counterpart. Complete with style advice and glossaries for reference. One glance and I'm already a fan. I don't mind telling you that female fashion is my zone... but I'm left a bit lost when it comes to the details of building a man's wardrobe. It should be easier, but somehow I am always left seeking more information. Mr. Porter might soon be the answer to prayer. Can't wait to dig in deeper and gut Mr. Venti's existing looks to make room for a more refined wardobe. Check it out.
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Yes, please. Add this to the list.
There are a few things on my "do before I die" list. Aside from seeing the Galapagos and seeing the Great Pyramids of Giza at dawn (the travel list is way long), I'd also like a few "girly" and materialistic accomplishments. I'd love to be featured in InStyle sitting amidst my closet of surrounded by my fabulous bags and shoes and dresses. Ahhhhh, yes. But seeing Sheryl Crow standing proudly in her Hollywood Hills home makes me realize a few things. One: I desperately need to live in California (something I've known for years). Two: I want the revitalized AD or Elle Decor to feature my next home.
We just relocated but are leasing for a year or two until we choose "the" house. Moving is exhausting and expensive. This next home? We'll live there for many, many, many years. While we'll own vacation homes, we do not plan to move from this next "super house" for a very long time. And I have to tell you...Sheryl's house is quite special. Although I love clean lines and modern conveniences, I've always had a deep soft spot for the Spanish hacienda style abodes that line the coast of Southern California. Tiles floors, arched doorways, wrought iron railings and a sense of inside marrying outside via terraces, patios and courtyards.
Let's start with that sectional please. No, my, God! It is EXACTLY what I'm looking for. Tuxedo arms, tufted back, bench seating. It's the Ginebra sectional from 22 Bond Street. And it is FABULOUS and the embodiment of what I'm currently seeking. (Here's more on that beauty.)
But look at her sparkling pool and sweeping views. Sheryl, how about a live-in stylist? We can dish fashion, interiors and all things girly. I'll keep refining the look of your fabulous space and allow the rooms to evolve as your tastes change.
Back to this amazing property. As much as I adore my home state here, no place in the US compares to the lushness and natural beauty of California. Mr. venti lived in LA and there's probably no way I can drag him back there to live. But he has agreed that it'd be a great place to own a vacation home. Hollywood HIlls, Pacific Palisades... those are a few places that are undeniably gorgeous. Just far enough away from the craziness that is downtown LA to create your own oasis. And when we do... AD. you can bet I'll come calling & asking you to swing by. Oh, and by then I'll be more than ready for InStyle to do that expose on my closet. Maybe Sheryl can even swing by too.
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January 14, 2011
It's in the Bag(s)
Ashley of a Hasty Life is hosting a very interesting blog crawl. Bloggers you know and love from all over are emptying their handbags and telling the world (or at least a few readers) what their bag says about them. I'd love to thank her for asking me to be a part of the event. I love learning more about my fellow girl bloggers. Especially something as telling as what's in our bags. It's so private and so varied.
As far as usage goes, I keep a "freebie" bag near the garage door for use when I'm out running errands. It's an oversize faux python tote I received free with a Saks beauty purchase. I can toss it in the seat and bump into things without stressing. It even goes to the gym and makes a great laptop carrier. The thing is, I can't stand the "bottomless pit" aspect of big bags. Because they are "junk" bags I tend to fill them with random objects.
My handbags on the other hand are prized possessions. I adore them, baby them and obsess about protecting them from even the slightest injury. For the most part my bags are very structured. I am a bit OCD about them... I empty them after each use, dust them off and store them in their sleeper bags. Umm... yes, I'm a weeee bit compulsive. But these are long term investments, right? This one is no exception. It holds just enough with a not one bit of room to spare. It's not large enough to hold any extras - which is a good thing, as it makes me carry only what's necessary.
After looking at my contents and the bag itself it's clear I love pink and gold (shame you couldn't see my iPhone cover... as I needed it to take the pic!). It also shows that I'm a girl on the go. Protein bar front and center in case I get hungry. Husband's key fob attached to my key ring just in case I need to access his car (I hate having to dash back inside when I'm in a hurry - which I always am!). Starbucks card & well-worn gym ID attached to keys as I frequent both daily. In my pink pouch I store my credit cards and other necessities (finally ditched my wallet, as it was too heavy... plus, the patent pink pouch makes me smile).
In this particular bag I have absolutely no room for a makeup pouch. But a girl needs a few things to freshen up. The solution? The Trish McEvoy "emergency card" makeup palette. It's the size of a credit card and not much thicker. Even has a mirror inside! I'm also able to squeeze in a lip gloss. Just barely! This one is almost empty (I'm scooping out the last bit!), but it is my current fave lip gloss. (Note to self: buy more soon.) I also have a comb in the pink pouch "just in case" the need arises. Some days you just need a bit of oomph at the crown! Before I go... I should show you the workhorse bag I mentioned. Because really... life is too large to fit in just one bag. The tote carries my laptop (is that the cutest zippy laptop case, or what?), my workout gloves, a magazine (or two!) my sunglass case (with polishing cloth inside), scented hand sanitizer (of course!), headphones and an additional pouch where I store hair bands, etc.
As mentioned above, I have a very difficult time keeping this one organized. Large bag = chaos! But realistically I need a functional bag like this for all that life demands. It also has a hot pink satin lining. I'll be sad when she wears out and needs to be retired!
Thanks for peeking inside my bags, everyone. Hope it offered you an insiders look at my life. I do agree that the contents say a lot about the owner's priorities. It was a bit interesting for me to see what they might be saying about my current focus. Would love to hear your thoughts!
For other revealing "It's in the bag" posts be sure to visit Ashley's blog. There's much to be learned!
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September 26, 2010
The Perfect Closet: Part I
As usual, I'm in the midst of a great editorial process of all things I own. For those just tuning in, I'm not a hoarder. If something goes into "storage" it means I have no use for it. You might as well throw it away. Important things are always in sight and always accessible. If I've had it in the closet for 13 months, it's got "outta here" written all over it. Out of sight really is out of mind.
As a major proponent of quality over quantity, I thought I'd share a few personal tips and observations to help fellow shoppers make wiser purchases and more fully enjoy the things already in your possession.
- First: your closet MUST be organized. You'll never know you already have the perfect black pants or cream jacket if it isn't well merchandised. yes, I said merchandised. Make your closet a lovely and beautiful place. I don't care if you only have a tiny cabinet to store your things: it must be orderly and functional. Until it is: you'll never heed my advice and you'll continue wasting precious resources buying "stuff" you don't need.
- Try on everything you own in front of a big mirror. Shoes, bags, dresses, jackets, tops, skirts etc. But do something else first. Try it on and observe how it "feels" before you step in front of the mirror. That Herve Leger dress may look dreamy on, but if you're wildly uncomfortable wearing it, you'll never get much use out of it. Put it in the "eBay/sell/consignment/give to BFF" pile. (more on these piles later...)
- Let's revisit that "mirror moment" above. Remember trying it all on? (Wait...
you haven't done that? Set aside an hour and DO it. It's Sunday. You DO
have time. You deserve this moment. You might even reconnect with a
long lost fave item!) Create three distinct piles:
CRAP: As yourself: why do I even own this? toss it, donate it, give it away... whatever. DO NOT KEEP THIS.
- Mmmm.... nice, but not for me: I eBay or Bonanzle these items, donate others, give some to a BFF
- KEEP: ONLY keep things that are useful, fit well (this is key), fit you RIGHT NOW, you regularly wear (or will, now that you found it), can wear multiple ways or with other things in your closet - or that you simple love.
This is important - I want you to love, love, love everything you own. If you don't love it (even if it fits well) and it doesn't love you back: give it to a better home. "one woman's trash..." I have some pretty things that I just don't love. Other times I adore it, but it really isn't the best item for me and I'm just clinging to it out of guilt. Doesn't matter. If I'm not wearing it and it's taking up space: it goes.
This is no time for sentimentality. Be harsh. be judgmental. Be honest. STOP LETTING YOUR STUFF OWN YOU. (I promise you... it's worth it.)
- What comes next is important: a fashion show. Take the things you placed in the love/keep pile. (Place both other piles out of sight and out of mind... deal with appropriately later.) It's time to make some outfits.
- That party dress. What shoes will you wear with it? Don't have any? I assure you that might be why it still has the tags attached.
- That amazing blazer. Create a few outfits with it. Try it on with jeans.. pants... a skirt... over a dress. See how easy that was? You've got some new outfits to reach for this week.
- That lovely silk scarf... what does it match? Let's pair it with a few outfits and start thinking of ways to utilize it more often.
- Why did you "keep" so many black and charcoal pants. Do you really wear them all? If so: Awesome. Sounds as though you've found some items that work well for you. To avoid a fashion rut, focus on dresses and skirts when you shop. If not: edit and keep only the ones that you really, truly adore. Open up your space, your mind and your life for new things.
- Come across an amazing item that you love - and loves you back - with no proper pairings? A beautiful blouse without the right bottom? A fabulous skirt but no shirts or sweaters that look just right? Congratulations: you've discovered a wardrobe void! You now have permission (and a mission) to fill this gap. You actually NEED something and can add it to your wish list.
- Do this again and again until you've compiled an array of terrific outfits and identified a few things you might need or staples that need to be replaced. This, dear readers, is where the magic begins to happen. Stop here and evaluate the list and your pile of awesome items.
This was part one of a multi-post theme. This is a fun and important process. A well edited closet is a the secret of every fashionable woman. Do yourself the favor of setting aside time TODAY to do this. Don't delay - and whatever you do don't go out blowing more Benjamins on things you don't need. Do this and we'll get to the good stuff (yes: shopping) soon enough.
The next post covers putting it all back into the closet... no small feat!
{Images above via ToryBurch.com.}
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September 15, 2010
Bluefly is So Fly
These commercials are arresting. I can't help but stop everything I'm doing and watch, eyes glued to the television. There's an authenticity to them. Something a bit gritty and low-budget about them that works. The film isn't overly produced. It seems a bit voyeuristic, even. Which of course if why they are dubbed confessionals. It's as though we're watching a home video of Nicky Hilton and Christian Siriano (oh boy, I just haaad to tie a Hilton sister to a home video, didn't I? Sorry about that!).
The thing is, it's so much more than just a commercial. It's a mini reality show. A glimpse into the closets and presumably the private homes of people we all know. I particularly like that these aren't the usual suspects. It's not Mariah Carey. We've all seen photos of her fabulous walk-in closet (her in-home boutique is more like it). In many ways many of those "famous closet" celebs are overexposed. We've seen enough of them. Too much, perhaps. Instead, Bluefly Confessions are of people who are truly invested in fashion, either professionally or by direct association. It feels real. Important. Necessary. Approachable. Attainable. Possible. That's saying a lot for a commercial.
More importantly, it makes me want to do the same. It inspires me to make my own closet confessional video, if only for my own personal enjoyment. It compels me to show you the sequin jackets that I own but rarely find occasions to put them to god use. The sky high heels I can't help but buy - even though I'm chasing a toddler most days, my addiction to cashmere cardigans even though I rarely feel enough of a chill to put them to good use. But really... I'm a handbag girl. Try as I might to deny it, that's my sartorial strength: bags.
Back to these commercials. Just viewing them makes me want to add a few more fun and fabulous things to my closet (maybe even from Bluefly) before doing so. (A girl needs new shoes, doesn't she?) Talk about a winning campaign! This is an advertiser's dream come true: an audience compelled to become more invested in their brand and be a part of the movement. Especially a brand selling luxury goods.
The videos certainly get my attention. I love them. I want to see more of them. I want to star in one. They leave me knowing just enough that I'm dying to see more. I also feel like I relate to the celebs in the shots. It's nice knowing Nicky buys silly things she has yet to wear or that she just likes looking at certain objects. As much as we try to deny it, some of us collect fashion like art. We cling to it, cherish it and marvel at its beauty.
Bluefly... you are indeed, so fly. Those of you who haven't yet been bitten by the 'fly, check out the Bluefly Closet Confessions site. Best news of all...?!?! Bethenny will be the star of Wednesday's next confessional!
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June 23, 2010
Among my growing list of accomplishments (that is... things I intend to accomplish in this brief, wonderful life) is to live in a home where my master closet so supremely dreamy that it pays homage the work of Jamie Drake. The space will be bright, light and colorful. Jamie, a designer who has never met a color he couldn't tame into submission, is the go-to man for making bold colors choices and dramatic scenes. A closet befitting his handiwork would need to have enough panache and whimsy to make Mariah's closet jealous.
The space I envision would a cheery chandelier, a cushy bench for my besties. High gloss shelves to display my many Choos, Chanels and Vuittons. And yes... color. Yet not so much as to interfere with the contents. I particularly love the lavender space above. I'd make mine slightly more pink and likely have white carpets (yes... I know... completely impractical). I need windows. I want a more dramatic and feminine chandelier. But if you look closely you see tender loving care written all over this space. The nook for the Vuitton suitcase... the lit glass shelving... the box of tissues to wipe away your tears of joy.
Trust me... this closet comes to life, I'll invite you all over to marvel at her beauty! Jamie... I've got your number!
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Patients with sickle cell disease many have a number of systemic complications, including liver problems. Some of these liver problems lead to liver fibrosis/cirrhosis, secondary to chronic blood transfusions. The purpose of this study is to investigate FibroScan readings in patients with sickle cell disease and iron overload secondary to blood transfusions, and to correlate the FibroScan results with MRI R2*. The primary hypothesis is that the results of FibroScan will correlate with the results of the abdominal MRI R2*.
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Time Perspective: Cross-Sectional
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|Assessment of Liver Fibrosis in Patients With Sickle Cell Disease
- Liver transient elastography (FibroScan) of liver iron content and stiffness [ Time Frame: at imaging visit (3 minutes) ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]Liver transient elastography (FibroScan) uses a probe consisting of an ultrasound transducer located at the end of a vibrating piston. The piston produces a vibration of low amplitude and frequency, which generate a shear wave that passes through the skin and liver tissue. The ultrasound then detects the propagation of the shear wave through the liver (at a depth of 25 - 65 mm below the skin surface) by measuring its velocity. The shear wave velocity is directly related to the tissue stiffness, with a higher velocity equating to higher tissue stiffness, corresponding to increasing severity of fibrosis.
- magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) measure of liver iron content and stiffness [ Time Frame: at imaging visit (about 30-60 minutes) ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- liver function tests (ALT, AST, serum alkaline phosphate, GGTP, total bilirubin, direct bilirubin), complete blood count, platelets, reticulocyte count, serum ferritin to assess liver function and evaluate overall health [ Time Frame: at clinic visit blood draw (about 1 minute) ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
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Patients will have blood tests done to evaluate liver function and general health, then have FibroScan and MRI R2* abdomen. A blinded (no access to laboratory parameters or available data) radiologist will interpret the abdominal MRI R2*. The technician obtaining the FibroScan will be blinded (no access to laboratory parameters or available data). Please note that scan results should not be affected by technician's knowledge of the subject's history because liver stiffness and iron content are values reported by the FibroScan machine or are derived from pre-established formulas (R2*).
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Liver biopsy is the gold standard to examine the liver for iron deposits and histology. However, liver biopsy is invasive and involves a risk of bleeding and pain. Biopsy may also miss significant pathology if the small biopsy specimen is taken from an uninvolved part of the liver. Non-invasive techniques such as MRI are now used to evaluate the liver iron content. MRI can visualize the whole liver and measure liver iron content. MRI, however, will not detect liver scarring.
Liver transient elastography (FibroScan) is a non-invasive tool for assessing liver fibrosis or scarring by measuring liver stiffness (LSM). Compared with liver biopsy, FibroScan provides immediate results and is a painless, short (3 mins), simple procedure to perform. In some studies FibroScan reports have correlated well with liver biopsy results of fibrosis and cirrhosis, and with MRI T2*, ferritin and liver function tests.
This purpose of this study is to investigate the role of FibroScan in individuals with sickle cell anemia and iron overload or who have a diagnosis of liver disease, and to compare FibroScan readings with magnetic resonance imaging.
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30 subjects with sickle cell disease
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- history of chronic transfusion and iron overload and/or
- known liver disease
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- unable to have a liver MRI done because need sedation or other reason
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT02007746
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|Sub-Investigator: Eugene Schiff, MD
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sickle cell disease
liver fibrosis
liver cirrhosis
liver iron
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Anemia, Sickle Cell
Liver Cirrhosis
Anemia, Hemolytic, Congenital
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A GOP House member who served in Iraq says the Islamic State is not an 'existential threat' to the United States, striking a different tone than other Republicans.
President Obama played down the prospect of imminent U.S. military action in Syria on Thursday, saying 'we don't have a strategy yet' for degrading the violent militant group seeking to establish a caliphate in the Middle East.
China said Thursday it will continue responding to U.S. military surveillance flights off its coast, rejecting American accusations that one of Beijing's fighter jets acted recklessly in intercepting a U.S. Navy plane last week.
Finland's Defense Ministry said it suspects a Russian military aircraft on Thursday violated Finnish airspace the third such incident in six days.
The mother of a hostage American journalist pleaded for his release Wednesday in a video directed at the Islamic State group, while new images emerged of mass killings, including masked militants shooting kneeling men after the capture of a strategic air
The Obama administration is considering launching a humanitarian relief operation for Shiite Turkmen in northern Iraq who have been under siege for weeks by Islamic State militants, U.S. defense officials said Wednesday.
Afghanistan's election stalemate this summer hurt progress in training the country's military, and resolving the political chaos will be key to that military's success in 2015, Marine Gen. Joseph Dunford said as he stepped down as the top U.S.
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