
THE SPLURGE: Giuseppe Zanotti - E80114 $ 554
Chic thong sandals with delightful rose embellishments. Adjustable ankle strap. Leather upper. Leather lining. Leather sole. Made in Italy.
Get it at: Zappos
THE STEAL: Luichiny - Sammie $ 64
Flaunt the 'Sammie' sandal by Luichiny on the night you want all the attention on you!; Leather and satin upper. Rose decoration at straps. Adjustable strap at heel. Leather sole.
Get it at: Zappos
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Friday, May 30, 2008
Flat thong sandals with rose decoration
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Glossing Conditioner with Olive Oil

THE SPLURGE: Frederic Fekkai Glossing Conditioner 16 oz $34.50
Glossing™ Conditioner is a lightweight conditioner for dry to normal hair, lacking shine and luster. Shine-reflecting pure olive oil moisturizes and nourishes dull, lifeless hair. Leaves hair vibrant and full of shine. Safe for color treated hair.
Get it at: Beauty.com
THE STEAL: The Body Shop Olive Glossing Conditioner 13.5 fl $13.50
Normal to dry hair takes on a healthy-looking shine under this conditioner's softening ways. With organic Community Trade olive oil from Italy
Get it at: The Body Shop
Friday, May 23, 2008
Cap toe ballerinas

THE SPLURGE: Delman - Weston-Dqn $ 289.00 $ 213.00
Sweet and chic cap toe ballerina. Quilted nappa upper. Leather lining. Leather sole.
Get it at: Zappos
THE STEAL: rsvp - Chloe $ 90.00
The Chloe exudes class with its quilted and cap toe design. Leather upper. Bow and metal tassel detail. Cushioned heel pad. Rubber sole. Made in Brazil.
Get it at: Zappos
THE STEAL: Etienne Aigner - Audra $ 69.99 $ 49.99
Let your fashion voice be heard with these iconic slip ons from Etienne Aigner. Smooth fabric upper in a casual slip on style with a round closed toe patent leather toe cap and all over quilting and embroidered Etienne Aigner logo details. Patent leather collar trim and petite front bow detail. Smooth faux leather lining cushioning faux leather topped insole. Dress style midsole 1/2 inch low heel. Smooth sole with crepe textured forefoot.
Get it at: Shoes.com
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Toddler white sandals with flower details

THE SPLURGE: Pom d' Api - Java Strass Diams (Infant/Toddler) $ 143
Beautifully adorned with flowers. Soft leather upper. Buckle closure for secure fit. Leather lining and footbed. Flexible rubber sole for traction.
Get it at: Zappos
THE STEAL: Nina Kids - Wyatt (Infant/Toddler) $ 30
Darling summer sandal is perfect for play or special occasions. Leather uppers adorned with flower appliqus. Breathable leather lining. Adjustable hook-and-loop strap makes for easy on/off. Lightweight and flexible rubber outsole.
Get it at: Zappos
Friday, May 16, 2008
Rhinestone Toe Ring sandal

THE SPLURGE: Giuseppe Zanotti - E80009 $ 454.00
Swarovski crystals adorn the toe ring of this elegant evening sandal. Metallic leather upper. Leather lining. Leather sole with rubber heel pad. Made in Italy.
Get it at: Zappos
THE STEAL: City Style Sandals - Rhinestone Toe Ring $ 22.95
Rhinestone embellished sandals with 1/2in. heel. Imported.
Get it at: New York & Company
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Stripes Bikini

THE SPLURGE: Sofia Swimwear by Vix Laguna triangle bikini top with rings $70
This bikini top from Sofia by Vix has lined triangle cups that offer half cup coverage and feature a striped print. The slim halter straps are linked to the cups with thin gold rings and are decorated with exotic gold beads.
Get it at: Figleaves
THE STEAL: $ 32.99
Knitted stripe bikini top and boy shorts set
Get it at: Flirty Lingerie
Friday, May 9, 2008
Yellow tiered mini-dress

THE SPLURGE: Susana Monaco Amy Dress $ 227
A bright shade of yellow is gorgeous on a dress like this. Susana Monaco’s Amy Dress in Golden will lighten up any room. Tiered dress has ruched details throughout and an elastic waist. Cute knot details along the pleats of this Susana Monaco dress. Adjustable straps.
Get it at: Pink Mascara
THE STEAL: O'Neill Honolulu Dress $ 52
Lightweight cotton dress. Laser cut detail. Adjustable tie at front. Intricate embroidery at hem. Patch pocket detail. Logo embroidery. 31 body length. 100% cotton. Machine wash cold and tumble dry low.
Get it at: Zappos
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Metallic high-heeled thongs

THE SPLURGE: Pelle Moda - Dream $ 164.00 10% off sale! $ 147.60
Irresistible thong sandal that has never looked so elegant. Nappa or kid skin upper lined with crystallized gems for a flattering finish. Leather lined footbed. Leather sole.
Get it at: Zappos
THE STEAL: Metallic Foil Thongs $ 19.95
Faux-snake skin metallic thong
Get it at: Chadwick's
Friday, May 2, 2008
Marilyn Monroe Tee

THE SPLURGE: Monrow Marilyn Tee in White $92.00
The great and marvelous Marilyn Monroe comes to us on this Monrow Marilyn Tee in White. White tee shirt has a Marilyn Monroe screen print on front. Scoop crew neck and short sleeves on this Monrow tee.
Get it at: Pink Mascara
THE STEAL: Wink Tee $ 22.50
BUY ANY 2 & SAVE $10
White tee shirt has an iconic winking Marilyn Monroe print on front.
By Giant. Cotton-poly. White. XS-XL. 25 1/2" long. USA
Get it at: Delia*s