Saturday, November 29, 2008

Karmaloop's Cyber Monday sales is bananas

The Vampire Julius Z/U Hoody in Black, $39.95 ($56 with 32% off )
Holy Christmas, Batman. With the economy in full recession and consumer spending down, the retail sector is pulling out all stops to get shoppers' attention. In search of hoodies, I went to Karmaloop and saw the massive sales online. They're currently offering extra 20% off regular and sale items with free shipping. Here are a few things I saw I liked included in the Polyvore set above. Most of the Paul Frank stuff I highlighted is under $20! Remember these prices don't even include the additional discounts Karmaloop is mentioning for the Thanksgiving sales.
The Character Mug in Julius Stripe and The Character Mug in Skurvy Gold $10.95 ($16.95 retail, now 35% off)
Skurvy Slippers in Pink, $14.95 ($22.95, now 32% off)




Thursday, November 27, 2008

Happy Thanksgiving!

A 3D origami turkey dinner to go. Yum. 
Print it out and set it up at home. 

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Deck your baby out: Wickedly funny baby onesis:

I pity the fool who doesn't like Etsy crafter, Bambina Mia's baby tees. Punkish, morbid, but most of all tongue-in-cheek, whatever lucky kid wears her her baby tees would rock the pram set. Hand-crafted with felt appliques, I mistook her t-shirts for adult wear. Sadly, they're intended for the rug rats set. What expecting mother wouldn't want to deck her kid out? 
Now, I feel like playing the Ramones.  Bambina Mia tees, $18. 

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

New York Times interviews Project Runway's Daniel Vosovic


Talk about two worlds colliding. Daniel Vosovic, Project Runway Season 2 finalist, gets a spread in New York Time's Habitats section. So, how does Daniel live it up in New York? The twenty-seven-year-old fashion designer shares a 5-bedroom apartment on the Lower East Side with four other roommates. Interesante.

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Fashionable iPhone cases: JAVOedge 3G iPhone back covers

JAVOedge 3G back cover
So folks who've been reading dearly devoted know that I'm in love with my iPhone 3G. Like most owners, I have an intense love/hate about it. However, one of things I DO love about my iPhone is its fashionable appeal. What I don't like? The plain, boring, or god forbid, FUGLY iPhone cases that don't offer the same level of cool/hip/glam factor that iPhones attract. Take a look at this example + this example. What is that?!

So, one of the perks of living in Seattle is being surrounded by the tech industry. And working in it. Who would have thought I would have landed a gig working in an online gadget accessories store? Even better, a gadget accessories store that sells iPhone 3G cases? Mwah ha ha ha ha. You can see where this is going.

So in full disclosure, I decided to review my company's iPhone 3G back covers especially since they didn't mind my feedback as a designer-friendly, female blogger. I've catalogued their latest line of 3G iPhone decorative cases that I liked and are good, affordable examples of when iPhone 3G cases match the phone's looks in terms of fashionable, glam, pretty asthetic. As a tech patriot, I'm doing my part to ensure the world is a prettier, friendlier, functionable place. I mean, did you see the examples I highlighted? Do companies really think that females will just like something because its pink? OK, well, I am actually sporting the pink one above and I love it, fyi. But it's actually pretty and I don't feem embarrassed carrying it around--princess image be damned. Need I mention that the JAVOedge 3G iPhone back covers listed below go for $19.95? Not too shabby.


JAVOedge 3G cover
The Estate bright metallic series provides a sleek, bright, patterned texture to your iPhone. Rich in color, the silver and gold back covers avoids that tawdry Christmas tinsel feel/look that bright foiled fabrics can bring. This iPhone cover's looks can be dressed up or down. In terms of fashion, this back cover reminds of two flocks: either the Dolce & Gabanna crowd who love their glam bling or the Tory Burch girls who dig a 60s modern pattern feel to their phones.
JAVOedge 3G back cover


Smooth and glossy, this slick design is a bold statement.
The black surface studded by the white grid design is modern, clean, and minimal.
Think Puma, Diesel and other fashion lines that inspire that urban, athletic feel.

JAVOedge 3G iPhone back cover


In shimmery pink or white, the Cyber back covers are one of my favorite lines that JAVOedge produces for the iPhone 3G. The cover is glossy, smooth to the touch, and brightens my day. Under lights, the case is iridescent (it shimmers beautifully). It has also withstood the beating it takes in my work bag without a mark. If you are like me, you got the black iPhone 3G (whether by choice or lack of the white's availability) and still want the look of a white 3G? JAVOedge's Cyber Back Cover is a pretty glossy white compromise. This design matches the Apple asthetic for a modern, colorful, graphic approach.


JAVOedge 3G back cover
JAVOedge 3G back cover
Covered in a harlequin-print, the Metallic Checker back covers are a dressier option for your 3G phone. For a special occasion or to work, this back cover would match for going out or for a job interview even. It's covered in a silky-like material that is soft to the touch. The checker print offers a nice, subtle shimmer contrast to the solid color. Despite the traditional print, the back cover is a win. The design is friendly to girls or guys. My boyfriend commented that the black cover would go well with his Hugo Boss tie and suit.
I'm partial to the black or champagne.
JAVOedge 3G back cover

FYI: For dearly devoted readers, JAVOedge has a 10% customer appreciation discount.
Go to JAVOedge's website and enter coupon code "JAVO10OFF" when you check out.
Discount is good till Dec.7th, 2008 fyi.

Monday, November 17, 2008

Lusting: Proenza Schouler PS1 Bag

This bag is making me go mad ala Rachel Zoe: "I DIE, I DIE" is her catchphrase and I find myself melodramatically stating it as I am DYING to possess Proenza Schouler's PS1 bag. Thanks to BryanBoy , I caught Vogue's video interview with Proenza Schouler and had to share the love. Take a look at the screen grabs from the video below. Pretty right?


It was available to only a few celeb friends (including Mary Kate Olsen), I love this bag in all its hues. Its now available at Barneys in black or white for a pretty penny at $1995.

Saturday, November 15, 2008

Say Hello to Winter: Kate Spade Mittens

Say goodbye to frosty hands with these adorable Kate Spade mittens
I'd love to hail a taxi with the yellow pair below. 
Can you hear the jingle bells jingling? $95 pair.