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Lust-Have List: August 2011

New month, but old news…IT’S HOT! Record-breaking heat is still prevalent across the country. However, there is a glimmer hope; Fall is coming! So, you will see plenty of fall worthy items.

  • A. Hooded Leatherman Cardigan, $22.80, Forever 21 – What screams fall more than a letterman cardigan? However, this one looks like a jacket thanks to snap buttons and striped arms, reminiscent of a traditional varsity jacket.
  • B. Brown Washed Leather Holdall, $140, TopShop – I need a “big bag” for everyday use. This bag is perfect, because it comes with handles and a strap for easy convenience. Also, I love the crinkle and slouchy look.
  • C. Pumpkin Spinner Ashtray, $8, Urban Outfitters – For the past month, a friend of mine has been sofa surfing over at my apartment and he is an occasional smoker. Since I’m not a smoker, needless to say, my apartment was ashtray-free. He’s been using a semi-empty candle jar to drop his ashes, but I need to find something cute and discreet. This Pumpkin Spinner ashtray looks perfect. It’s white, chic, and looks to hide the ashes.
  • D. Mossimo Crossbody, $24.99, Target – I went to Target yesterday and immediately saw, fell in love with, and tossed this bag into my big red cart. It stayed in my cart until I was near the register and realized that I don’t need to buy a new bag anytime soon. However, all I could think about last night was going back to buy this bag. It looks a lot better in person, by the way.
  • E. REPORT Bishop Pumps, $98.95, Nordstrom – Brown loafer pumps. Probably one of the must-have shoes for any fall wardrobe.

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GIVEAWAY: $25 giftcard and Olsenboye coin purse! (CLOSED)

To win, all you have to do is visit jcp.com/pennies and join the challenge, either by registering or through Facebook. After that, begin donating virtual pennies. Everytime you donate, come back and leave a comment to let me know.

After the contest ends on August 24, I will pick a random comment to determine the winner. So, basically, the more pennies you donate and the more comments you leave increases your chances. So, go enter now and get to donating. It’s actually pretty fun and easy!

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Financially Mature

This year has really been pivotal to me. I got a new job, that I love at the pay scale that I wanted to be when I reached 30. Oh, and I turn 30 this year (September 26th)! Also, I’ve been more responsible with my money and saving more, which is a lot easier now that I make more. I’ve been taking advantage of all the things my bank has to offer, including but not limited to, savings account, online banking,  and various security and protection plans for my accounts. I use all I these things to make sure that I’m respecting my money and future.

In the past, spending has definitely been my best friend and retail therapy was my favorite drug and cured everything, in my opinion. However, I ‘m looking more into the future and looking into buying my first home within the next year or so. Therefore, I’m making smarter decisions when it comes to my money and spending habits, which can be quite hard when you are a fashion blogger. Still, I’m doing it thanks to finding the right bank for me and my financial goals.

Just like when anything that requires you to cut back on things (i.e. diets), I’m not depriving myself of wants, every now and then. When you begin to make smarter spending decisions, you will be able to find that amazing point when you can splurge on something like I plan to do for my 30th birthday gift to myself.

So, if you have been trying to sort out your financial future, you definitely need to find the right bank for you try to take advantage of all of the things that offer to keep you on track.

SunTrust has consistently ranked at the top for customer service for a good reason – they understand their customers. This lets them provide the right solutions to meet those customers’ unique needs. They believe banking solid is the key to living solid. See for yourself at livesolid.com, where you’ll find many great articles, tools and tips on everything from shopping to family to money.

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Disclosure: Compensation was provided by SunTrust via Glam Media

The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of SunTrust

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HP x Project Runway

This weekend, I mostly stayed inside and caught up on Youtube videos and shows that I missed throughout the week. One of those shows was the season premiere of Project Runway.

I didn’t get into last season ( I don’t know why.), but I’m already into this season and contestants. The other I was into were the abundant of high tech toys they get to use to help with their designs. Not to mention, I am in the need of a new computer. So, I killing two birds with one fabulous and shiny stone!

“Project Runway” designers use the latest HP EliteBook Tablet PC notebooks available with second-generation Intel® Core i7™ processors to create winning designs throughout the season.

HP TouchSmart desktop PCs, HP video cameras and HP Veer will be used throughout the season to help designers connect with friends and family and tackle challenges beyond the workroom.

The winning designer of season nine will receive a $50,000 prize package from HP and Intel to create his/her own vision.

Online and On the Runway

HP is bringing fans a variety of digital activities for more fashion and design entertainment.

 

  • Brand Boutique: Fans can visit www.mylifetime.com/hp during the season to learn about an array of technology and tap into their inner creativity. The HP and Intel Brand Boutique will also announce the upcoming “On the Runway Sketching Challenge,” during which fashionistas everywhere can show off their inner designer in a drawing contest. Season eight designer Mondo Guerra will be a guest judge.

 

 

  • Designer Showdown: In this digital design series from HP and Intel, four young designers will compete to create fashionable garments using the latest HP technology. The designer who wows the judges’ panel, made up of celebrities and fashion veterans, and wins the series will have the opportunity to pitch designs to industry pros and take home a suite of HP technology. Additional information will be available at www.facebook.com/hp.

 

  • Mall World: HP is extending the runway fashion experience to enthusiasts at home with this virtual reality game featuring designers and the HP technology seen on the show. Users can shop the latest designs in the virtual store or relive the challenges with a virtual fashion show. Additional information will be available at www.facebook.com/hp.

Check out all the awesome HP computers and accessories on the new season of  Project Runway airing Thursday at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Lifetime Television.

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Coach Jade Wedge

This year is going by extremely fast! August is right around the corner and the fall weather is soon to follow. However, it’s still super hot around most of the country and it doesn’t seem to be easing up anytime soon.

Anyway, I’m still in a romantic relationship window shopping for wedges like Coach’s Jade wedges. They are made of  laser soft leather on a 4 inch wedge. Plus, they a perfect wedge to have and are available in three colors neutral and transitional colors of black, brown, and tan.

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