Girl Talk... and PMS,, I have a secret!

I know that I am blogging and promoting fashion, but every now and then a girl has to share a secret~  PMS RELIEF! When those pants don't fit you because of bloat and you just feel down right awful, we need HELP! 

So, I am bringing you one of my "magical PMS" remedies.  Who would have ever thought that a beautiful plant like the one shown below could bring a girl such happiness!

This is a Vitex Plant (angus castus - aka fruit) and it will bring you wonders!

Beautiful, I know! But if you are like me, the older I get, the worse my "PMS" symptoms are. How about you?? When I read about this, I thought, okay, what the heck? Worth a try!! I AM DESPERATE!  lol .

It took about a good month of consistent use of the "supplement" to see a difference.  I still have my "days" during my visit from "Dot", but I used to suffer for sometimes 2 whole weeks before she came!

I noticed a difference and when I get out of my "habit"and do not take Vitex daily, I can definitely tell!  Like I say, it will not "cure" you or prevent Dot from coming, but I am having HUGE relief before my week from the ...... visit..

Where to buy Vitex and How Much 

 

 I first ordered VItex on line and spent $10.00 plus shipping and thought that was a good deal for my pain and agony! lol. Then I found it at Henry's (Whole Food), but guess what? I found it on Amazon, the same brand that I use for only $4.00! That is a STEAL! 

So girls, for your convenience, I have posted a link on this blog that will enable you to go right to Amazon and stock up!  It is so worth it!  You have to wait about 30 days to see a difference.  

You are probably wondering, how does this work and is it safe? Yes it is safe, it is all natural ingredients and is all herbal.  Just google "vitex" and you will get the skinny. 

If you are like me, you love fashion, but when you feel like $*$(*@, who wants to try clothes on or for that matter, wear anything but comfy pj;s! lol. 

Are you with me? lol.....  

Let me know if you ordered any, and how it works for yah!  Being a girl can sometimes be hard work, but if we can help each other feel and look the best that we can, yahoo!!!

Merci Madmoiselles! Pass this blog onto your girls!! We need to STOP THE PAIN AND SUFFERING! xoooxoxox

 

The Boyfriend Jacket

THE BOYFRIEND JACKET -- JAZZED UP FOR 2010

I must say that when I saw a "boyfriend jacket" the other day, I didn't know what to think!  All that I could think of was...  been there, done there, with STIR UP PANTS! NO<< not again!  But the more that I look at our fav celebs wear their "boyfriend jackets", maybe I can try??????? But it is just so 80's to me! lol, what is next.. big hair and lots of eye shadow? lol ,, and oh Big shoulder pads..

Maybe that is what Spring is all about? To be fresh and try new things?  Well, if SJP is wearing the "jacket", then it must be vogue? I do have to commend her that I do like how she chose a feminine jacket to go with the pastels.  But as much as I love SJP, this look does remind me of Cybil Shepard in "Moonlighting". At the time, I LOVED her "suits", but I think that I out grew that look. lol 

Maybe??

 

Another one of my fashion icons is Rachel Bison, and she is wearing the "jacket".. and it is from Express.. not to shabby! This I could pull off because I too, am petite (4'11), and the "boxy jackets" DO NOTHING FOR ME! 

LIke the floral combo:)

Here is another example of the "jacket",, with the beautiful floral print that is HOT for Spring..  I still don't know about the jacket.. It reminds me of wearing a pretty dress for a dance/date, yet you have to borrow your boyfriends coat for the party after.. lol

I don't know girls, I guess that if I were to wear a "boyfriend jacket" AGAIN,, I would definitely need one that it is not so boxy and more fitted. However, if you are taller than me, you can pull it off!  

 

I am finding with age that I have to go with what best looks good on me and still be Vogue!  So there yah go, even when I am 90, I will wear what is "in", as long as it it flattering. lol!

What do you think?  Are your wearing one,  will you buy one?  

PS> I did see this jacket @ Walmart.. the Miley Cyrus collection!!

A few of my fav things on a smart diva's budget!

As I was looking at my "Glamour" newsletter of the week, I fell in LOVE (don't I always) with some of the $50 and under beautiful spring items.  However, could not copy for yah!  I am on a mission Madmoiselles to bring a you a refreshing, spring/summer look for you!  We have had 80 degree weather in Cali, and believe it or not, we have had the "log cabin blues too"! However, I did find this sassy dress and could picture myself wearing it on a hot summer day, with a nice tan, at the beach, being fun, funky, and trendy!  PLUS it looks soo comfy! 



I must give credit to this website @ www.Revolve.com... Some great stuff! A little more pricey, but sometimes, a girl has to give in! lol,, I just might have to order this! $75 buckaroos

 The Ring,, the Perfect Accessory!

Next, I LOVE this ring!! I am having some problems tonight with my pics, but I hope that you can see how beautiful that this ring is!!  It is only $24 at Urban Outfitters, another one of favorite stores.. You never know what you are going to find:).  But this ring, you will  look like you just walked out of Sax! I think that this ring will give the dress above just a little bit of "class" to give it a "retro chic" look.  WHAT DO YOU THINK?

The Shoe

Alright girls, the Fashion Gods ARE not with me tonight! lol.. I am finding some really cute things to show you, but the pictures are not letting me copy/paste! If I COULD show you a shoe.. it wold be a cute pair of silver flops (saw a pair at Target for 12.99 with Rhinestones), and yes, a very cute pair @ KMart for only $14.99!

So yes, maybe I should call it a night! lol,, guess that I am in a casual mood and am SO looking forward to wearing cute, easy going and beachy clothes!! 

FASHION GODS, I AM READY FOR SUMMER!!! BRING IT ON!!! 

Here is the rundown, check out Revolve.com, Urban Outfitters, Target, and Kmart!! 

Merci, and I can't wait to hear what you think!  Pass it on!  xoxoxo

 

Digital Print "In"

Bon Jour Madmoiselles! I have been giving you the skinny of what is "hot" for Spring 2010,, but now I am going to give the secret to what is "out" for Spring.  The dress above is the new "digital" look...   it is the new rave! Skirts, tanks, and especially dresses!  What I love about Spring, is that the trend is "feminine, flirty, lots of dresses, etc..  But if you are not the type of girl who likes the "romantic" look, then this is PERFECT for you!!  You can be bold, modern, still use the palette of "lots" of bright color, right off of the page of Vogue..

Graphic Print "Out"

Although the "graphic" print is out for Spring,, I still LOVE the look! When I was googling imgages for this look,  to be honest with you, I still would have chosen them as my favs!  Guess that I like the "mod" look?  But on a different note, isn't it fun to see how celebs can wear the same outfit and with different accessories?  First, I was like, okay "digital",  "graphic", what is the diff?  But I think that I can tell now, that they are both modern, yet a "digital" look is one that is kind of like a modern "tye-dye".. and a "graphic" is like a 70's print.  But I love both!!!! 

So there yah go for ONE look that is out, but is it?  How long with the "digital" look last?  I think that that "graphic" look can be a "classic" look,,, ????? mmmmm,,, what do you think? 

And for one of my good friends,  yes mame, black is still in!!! 


Merci!!

For the Love Of Clogs!! Ooh la la!

I am so excited!  So far this Spring, everything that I see is so eclectic, and taking us back to the 80's and 70's! I remember my first pair of clogs,, when I was 4! They were a rubber, turquoise clog with an orange heel.  Then I had a pair when I was 5, then at 6, a pair with a wooden heel.  I will never forget,, in PE, sporting my new denim dress, knee socks, and clogs. Trying to play volleyball, and my teacher told me to get my hands out of my pockets and play! lol.. But I was trying to "strike a pose",, lol. My love for clogs has continued throughout my passion for shoes! I have a pair of Uggs clogs that I lovee  so much, that the heel is so worn down!  

Spring is going to be hot, hot, hot with a variety of clogs to chose from!  Our fav fashionista,  SJP is wearing her new "trendy" clog with the skinny zippered jean.  No matter what she comes up with, it always looks good! 

The great thing that I love about this new Spring trend is that the "clog" is so updated and we have many varieties to choose from,  Check this next pic out.. 

How gorgeous are these clogs?  LOVE the detail and flowers,,, you can wear these with jeans like SJP, dresses, shorts.. I love the fact that I can still wear my 3 inch heel and look taller and be a trendsetter!

If you want to have a "chic" look.. these clogs are from "Chanel", however,  I know that we can find these cheaper somewhere else.  But I want the white ones!!!! 


Isnt' it great to see the collection and variety?  Yep, my little girl "love for clogs" never went away.. guess it is time to "update" my shoe collection, and go out and buy a few pair!  I will do my duty and let all of my Madmoiselles know the secret..... :) 


Merci! PS. What pair do you like,, are you going to buy a pair?

Spring Chic LeatherMotorcycle Jacket

 

My husband and I have a Honda and love to travel across country and take local trips round the So Cal area.  And yes, I must dress for "safety", and I must admit, I do want to look as fashionable as I can while being "safe". My honey is pretty good about it, and he did find me a very  stylish coat so I don't look like a "hoodlum".. :). lol,, But when I saw this new trend for Spring at www.peoplestylewatch.com,, love it and I want one!  I totally love this jacket because first, although I am a fan of black, the taupe, bone, beige, leather is soo chic and different!  The color of the jacket gives you so many options; you can wear it casually or dress it up, or even wear it over a dress.. any color!  Even with the new "floral" print dresses and skirts, this jacket would give the outfit, a little bit of an edge.

I love looking at the People Style Watch magazine and website, because they will show what the celebs are wearing, and understand that a majority of us girls cannot afford a $698 Juicy Couture leather bomber.  However, maybe $159 at www.victoriassecret.com?  At least we know what is hot and how it will give our wardrobe a new, fresh, feminine look without breaking us! Besides, we still need to buy our other Spring pieces! Right on! 

At least, we have the tools of what to look for when we out there trying to find the bargain.  Maybe, we can find the jacket at H&M, Target, Forever 21, Love Culture, etc.  If you happen to find this "bomber" at a great price, please share!  After all, sistars have to stay together! 

Until next time Madmoiselles, merci, and chow bella! 

Welcome to the 80's!!  Remember, the jumpsuits, rompers, low heeled pointy pumps, metallics, and Designer Jeans? Well, my fashion divas,, they are backkk!!! Ironically, I found a really cool website called www.80spurple.com and IT IS COOL!  Some of the prices are high, but if you look, you can find some great deals. However, if you like the romper shown above, check out the 80spurple site!

The romper and jumpsuit must be making a big comeback, because in the most recent issue of People Style, our beloved Sandra Bullock is sporting a jumpsuit, and it looks so chic!  I will blog about that soon too :). But the cool thing is that when I see the jumpsuit, the legs are skinny with elastic, and the shoes that accompany the pant are a my fav, a 3 inch heel  sandal.. gottal love it! Stay tuned for more pics as I search for you!

  I totally love the new sheer, feminine, colorful blouses that are hot for Spring.  Even though we have had a tough economy and winter, doesn't this make you feel like Life is Good!  It is so refreshing to wear beautiful colors of such a wide array, fuschia, coral, purple, red, etc. versus the black and gray.   What is cool about this blouse is that you can dress it up with jeans and heels, skinny jeans and gladiators, shorts and sandals.

Another MUST have for Spring is... designer jeans!  The forecast is that "Seven" and  "Boy Cut" Jeans are going to be hot, hot, hot!!!


So, I guess if you still have your 80's clothes, jewelry, bring them out!!!  Dazzle with metallics, bright colors, plastic shoes.  Anything that is soft, sexy, sheer, ruffles, flowers, and loads of beautiful bright colors, bring it on Madmoiselles!!


Enjoy today and Merci!  Stay tuned for what "not" to wear for Spring!! Remember, Life is Good! Get some metallics and color!!! 

Chic fashion finds right under your nose!

Bon Jour Madmoiselles!    I am so excited to be able to share these "chic" bargain fashions finds with you..  No matter where you live, you can find these! Every day we drive around seeing these stores; KMart, Walmart, and of course everyone's fav.. Target.  When was the last time that you actually stopped in to see what KMart has for shoes?  Funny, here in Cali, we only have 2 KMart stores in the entire OC area!! So, the other day, I found one and thought, what the heck, let's have a look!  The shoe collection BLEW me away!  I refer to the "shoe" department as the "collection", because I could not believe how many CUTE sandals and shoes that they had!

Gladiator sandals are going to be in again for sping/summer, (YEAH!!).  I found an array of very expensive looking gladiators that came in black, grey, silver, and bronze.  The best part.. $14.99!! Then I stumbled across these "Stevie" replicas..  I cannot believe how cute, comfy, and inexpensive shoes that these are!  Once again.. $14.99!! These delicious shoes come in taupe or black; heck for that price, you can buy one in each color! Needless to say, I had to control myself, because I wear a size 5.  This an be good and bad. I can either find the shoe in my size in every style/color and want to buy them all because I worried that someone else "might get them'!  lol..  Or, I find nothing in a size 5, actually that probably is the good thing, because I can't buy the shoes! 

Another stop that I made was at Walmart,, I know that alot of you probably go to there to buy household items, groceries, etc,,  but have you ever checked out the $3.00 racks?  Miley Cyrus has a really cute clothing line and I found a lot of shirts discounted to $1.00-3.00!  A month ago, I read an article about how a "few" retailers are causing a lot of ruccus because they are trashing left over clothes that do not sell and throwing them away in the dumpster.  A lot of peeps are mad because they feel that these clothes could go to people who are in dire need of clothing..  So, maybe that is why Walmart is selling these shirts at $1.00 and up?  I bought 3 really cute shirts, but this one is really cute, and will go so  good with my "Knock off Stevie's" from K-Mart.. The pic doesn't do it justice!  You cannot see the detail; ruffles and the back criss crosses, looks like it came from Nordstroms!

So, this is my new $18.00 outfit... throw on some really cute accessories a cute big bag, a new lipstick,  and I am good to go! 

Speaking of lipstick, check out your local CVS, because I have found that way in the back near the pharmacy, I will often find clearance items of 75-90% off.. It is amazing what a girl might find in the clearance area!  One thing that I found was a cute "icy pink" gloss for 1.00 and a bronzer for 2.50 -- all retailing @ 13.00 and up.  

You just never know what you will find!!  What is your best bargain?

Merci!!!