New Blog!

I wanted to continue under the lightenupitsjustfashion blogspot web address but sadly it is already taken.

I am moving my blog to

http://ohmygodshoez.blogspot.com/

to correspond with my twitter.

See you all there!

Chartreuse is my new black.

May have ordered these babies Sunday :sneaky smiley:



If only Bal made a bag in this color :-)

Charlotte Olympia Shoe Update and Maiden Voyage of the Candies!

I decided to pass on the Charlotte Olympias. As much as I love that color and skin (GOD I need ostrich in my life) I tried to think of outfits I would pair with them and came up with nothing. It pains me to pass on such a gorgeous shoe but there is no point in buying them and having them sit in the closet. I still haven't worn the Manolos but I am NOT getting rid of those.

I wore my candy flats out to dinner last night with DA.

My god are they uncomfortable. It's that stupid ribbon trim at the top circling the shoe, the same reason my python rosellas are slightly uncomfortable. If python wasn't so pliable they would be REALLY uncomfortable and the combination of patent/rigid lace on the candies just make me want to scream!! I already have a blister and we only went out for dinner. To keep or not to keep? I already applied a foot petal which did not help..... TO THE FOOTCARE AISLE WE GO! (after work of course).

The Shoe Hunt

Just when I feel like I have acquired the last pair of shoes that I think I will need for a while something else pops up, it's like clockwork.

I think I am going to start buying the majority of my shoes on sale. I get more satisfaction from the sale and well if I don't find them they weren't meant to be.

I have been messaging back and forth with this seller on ebay about these amazing Charlotte Olympia Greta pumps in a seafoamy green ostrich.

They're from the A/W 2008 line.

I've also may have accidentally bought these cute little striped Prada flats. I wanted them before the sale but found the price to be a little outrageous for some canvas flats with a bow. At roughly 60% off I figured I could splurge.

A little kitschy but definitely me :-P

Last but not least my actual sale purchases. I already posted the lovely pair of Manolo's I received at 60% off from Nordies.

Simple Pump 100 (jade patent) Barney's

Simple Pump 85 (framboise patent) Nordstrom Rack via Ebay

Candy Flats via Ebay

That's all for now....

I'm backkkk!!!

Snow Day #2

Blogging to you from the comfort of my couch.

I have a fresh cup of coffee, the television is on and I'm in sweatpants, it doesn't get any better than this (well it could, I'd really prefer to be on a beach somewhere in the sun but hey I'll take a day off too). Unfortunately a PERSONAL day.... over a foot of snow and the office didn't close... REALLY BCF??

Speaking of the beach, I planned a small vacation for DBF and I last night. Florida for a few days in March.... let the countdown begin!

On the shopping front.... I pre-ordered my Madame Butterfly Booties from my favorite SA at Nordies. I can't wait to get them... buttery soft black nappa leather.... SWWWWOOONNN!!

Christian Louboutin

Madame Butterfly Bootie 150mm

(photo courtesy of christianlouboutin.com)

On another note, I've been watching a certain pair on bonanzle for a few days now. After seeing them on an SA at the Horatio boutique and a stylish tPFer I realized how versatile they can be. I'm hoping that the size works for me and that I can finagle a good deal :-P

Christian Louboutin

Ulona 140mm

(photo courtesy of geekshoes.com)

Christmas Cheer!

Season's Greetings y'all!

It's been months again since my last post.

I've been traveling a bit... Vegas, Florida, NYC.... the usual.

Been purchasing too :-P but I must admit I have been majorly trying to cut back.

Hit up the DVF sample sale in NYC yesterday. Deals to be had for those under a size 10, but for those over be prepared to rummage..... and if you want to try something on... that is a completely different story.

I am currently awaiting the arrival of an HG of mine.... Christian Louboutin ponyhair leopard peanut wedges... ::Swoon::

Update on my last posted wishlist....

I looked back an entry or two and I noticed a wishlist I had posted.

I just felt the need to update (remarks in red)

"I've got my eye on a few things.

Trying to keep my wishlist down..... in no particular order.... things I'd like to find, things that are currently available

1. LV Artsy MM (tried on and still love but I bought a Murakami neverfull GM instead ;-P)
2. CL Poseidon HPs (only willing to buy on sale.... sold out in my size, c'est la vie)
3. CL Jessica wedge boots (grey) (tried on at the boutique...bought from BG....returned.... god my calves are fat!)
4. Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Ariana top (is it just me? quality not that great!)
5. Rick Owens Lilies cotton jersey twisted tank (only had my size on NAP UK...too slow!)
6. Hermes belt (still coveting)
7. LV Stephen Sprouse graffiti leggings (green or pink) (gave up)
8. CL Nitoinimoi ankle boots (grey, blue or black suede) (FOUND!!! black suede...deal of the century...BOOO YEAH!!!)"

Welcome Back!

It's been months since I've written here.

I haven't stopped shopping but I've definitely put you on the back burner.

Great things have happened since I posted last. My promotion to assistant buyer in March, traveling to NYC weekly for work, a vacation to the mountains.

I have an upcoming Vegas trip in September.

I definitely want to get back in the swing of things here.

I missed you blog!

Bal Addiction

I've always been a fan of Balenciaga. When the first Bal bag hit... I don't recall the name... you know the one with the fringey tassels....MK&A had them in 495675983739201745 different colors, I wanted one really bad. Unfortunately at that time I was younger and mostly unemployed (well unemployed in a sense that my small salary for whatever I was doing at the time wasn't going to come anywhere close to paying for that bag). So, I forgot about it, naturally, and moved on.

Fast foward to now..... a few months ago I bought a Floral Giant City with SHW in the Japonaise sateen Floral print.... I think it was a Balenciaga.com exclusive. I love this bag. The shoulder strap, the handles fit perfectly on my shoulder anyway, the size, the functionality, great bag.... would love another one.

Slightly off topic, electric blue is an amazing color for shoes, clothes, bags, you name it. Some day I will get my hands on a pair of Christian Louboutin Electric Blue suede Declics.

Anyway, I was browsing RealDealCollection.com and I saw this Bal clutch and I had to have it. I don't have very many clutches for going out (aside from my vintage ones and my white patent YSL Y-Mail) and this will be peeeerrrrffffeeecccctt!

Oh it's been a while.....

Oh blog how I have neglected thee!

I've returned the nitos since my last post. Sadly they were just a little tight to spend $7xx on them. If they fit perfectly I would have kept them hands down, but they went back. If I find a pair on the bay or bonanzle in a 38.5 I will be all over those babies.

I've got my eye on a few things.

Trying to keep my wishlist down..... in no particular order.... things I'd like to find, things that are currently available

1. LV Artsy MM
2. CL Poseidon HPs
3. CL Jessica wedge boots (grey)
4. Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Ariana top
5. Rick Owens Lilies cotton jersey twisted tank
6. Hermes belt
7. LV Stephen Sprouse graffiti leggings (green or pink)
8. CL Nitoinimoi ankle boots (grey, blue or black suede)

I picked up this DY 11mm black onyx split shank albion ring last week at the Bloomies charity event (20% off!!) to celebrate my promotion to assistant buyer! yay! i love it!

I am going to try and keep up with the blog again, I promise!

Christian Louboutin Nitoinimoi

Excuse the dirty floor, I should get the vaccuum out.

It's definitely ♥♥♥

Weekend Delights

It all started yesterday. On the way to DBF's I stopped on Walnut Street to check out one of my favorite shops, Joan Shepp. They are great there and also have a fun selection of CLs. Coral leather simples stick out in my mind. Also adorable tri colored (grey, light blue and purple) Balenciaga flats! I didn't get anything but also headed to Barneys COOP, nothing there. After Barney's I decided I would stop at Saks. Found adorable Lanvin flats with a huge black satin bow but none in my size. Instead found these cute black velvet Miu Miu flats with a huge oversize bow, they had them in my size so I scored those!

I attempted to do some Christmas shopping today and failed horribly.

I met up with with my tpf friend sjunky13 at Neiman's, she did some shopping and I picked up my COH jeans (I dropped them off last weekend to be tailored). I returned a pair of Jimmy Choo flats that were too big. Had a sephora coupon so I did a little shopping, picked up some Bliss body butter lite and Fekkai glossing spray.

Decided to stop at the sanrio store and they had 35th Anniversary Tokidoki for Hello Kitty stuff. Saw this laptop case and had to buy it!

Finally I attempted to get DBF's present, a 500GB Lacie harddrive for his computer at the Apple store but of course it's an item they only have online so that squashed that idea. I will have to order online soon, free shipping!

SQUEEEEE!!!

I have no idea what that word means but it's the only way to express my excitement for the most fabulous ankle boots that are on their way to me. After all my diligent sleuthing, calling around, calling around more, and stressing. I have finally gotten my hands on the Christian Louboutin Nitoinimoi Ankle Boots!! Granted they are in a 1/2 size smaller than I preferred I think I can make these babies work. I know generally these boots run TTS but with the weird sizing this season I am hoping and praying it will work in my favor and I can rock them.

I thought I had secured myself a pair last night from the Barneys in LV, the SA told me he would call me today and let me know. He called with news while I was at lunch. The news was bad. The shoes were actually a 37 in the 38.5 box. 37 = no go. He tried to find me another pair but came up with nothing. I sulked around at work today and e-mailed a few stores thinking I would settle for black. Nordies was out, Saks only had all leather at 30% off, NM didn't carry them and I didn't call boutiques because I need to be able to return them if they don't fit/look good. I thought I might settle for not getting any and then after dinner I decided to take matters into my own hands. I started from the top of the Barney's store list. Madison said they would need the number to check, I didn't have it so the SA said he would look it up, check and call me back. Called Scottsdale and they didn't order the blue but the SA said he saw black in the system in a 38 but that it was on sale? Vegas said black was full price? So confused now. Anyway.... as soon as I hung up with Scottsdale David from Madison called and said he found me a 38! And there you have it! Persistence pays off ;-)

Tidbits...

I find myself so busy these days, never have any time to update anymore. I've acquired a few things in the past few weeks. Ebay, sales, window shopping. I really love fall, perfect season for clothes. It's cooler but not freezing and the perfect time to wear sweaters, chic hats, and scarves!

I discovered Eugenia Kim hats at the Neiman Marcus outlet while frantically searching for good Louboutin deals. The hat wasn't a color I would wear so I ended up putting it back but I went home and discovered the style and brand. Found this hat on Blondette.com and for 50% off too!

Eugenia Kim 'Muffy' hat

A few weeks ago NM had a shopping night. I went with my friend and originally wasn't planning on buying anything. Found this awesome cashmere Vince sweater in black. Ironically enough I ended up finding it at T J Maxx a few weeks later in black, grey and oatmeal... of course I bought the grey and oatmeal...and for 1/2 the freaking price!! My mom liked my black one so much she bought the black one I found!

While I am no where near close to being able to afford my dream bag... a 35cm Birkin in Togo with Palladium Hardware, I did manage to pick up this Kelly Double Tour Bracelet in Etoupe Barenia leather. Love it, it's so cute and the color is so versatile!

I spotted this buffalo plaid vest at Gap while searching for sweaters and jeans. They didn't have my size at CH so I went all the way to Deptford to get this one... haven't worn it yet and I am still searching out a top to wear with it. Maybe I should just do what the model is doing and rock a henley with it?

I have been coveting this Bbag since this summer. Spotted it on Fleabay in like JUNE! but the price was just too high. They were both relisted several times before giving up. So a week or two ago they both pop up again! There were two listed, one was more and sold and the other one I was watching but missed the auction while I was doing something. I realized a 0 feedback bidder had one the auction so I contacted the seller and told them if they didn't pay I wanted the bag and I would pay ASAP. A week later they contacted me and I got a BIN complete with bing cashback! I loveeeeee it!! I hope I don't get addicted to Bbags!

Picked up my Louie yesterday. Got her handles replaced since they started to peel? Weird... just got her in February, the exact day the Sprouse line launched at KOP. It's weird with the brand new handles but I'm hoping they'll turn pretty quick.

fml.... THESE BOOTS!!!

I know I am late to these but ummm I need $1900 STAT.

'Hermes Jumping Boots'

BANS DON'T WORK!

Ordered the DVF Alcott top on Barneys.com last night.... Nordies and Bloomies had it too but Barney's had the best price!

Bought this top last night at Nordies in KOPDVF Lindella top, loves it!

Went to T J Maxx with my Mom tonight and saw THIS BEAUTY! A LARGE YSL Downtown Tote in Blue patent. SWOOOON...where is that tpf smiley with the swooney heart face.

And my planned purchased for the CL signing/meetup in VA this month. I can't wait to meet msr. Louboutin! CL Feticha Booty.

Ballinnnnnnn'

Viva Las Vegas Baby!

My BAD ASS studded VPs!

DVF Hat

I really want this hat, but it's $150 dollars : ( !! It's on backorder and it doesn't ship until October so I could order it and think about it until then.......

My YSL bag is coming tomorrow!!!