Rue The Day

I am a member of both Gilt and Ruelala, but I confess that I don’t check them with the religious fervor that some shoppers do. Both sites offer great designers at great discount prices—the trick is finding what boutiques are open at the right time.

I started my morning by running late. The joys of being a pet owner, I decided to feed my sweet Dutch boy rather than myself. Running out the door, shoes in hand, I grabbed my morning Oikos and threw it in my purse. I like to buy the 5.3oz containers because they leave you more satisfied than the YoBaby size. All of it is 100% organic and if you buy the plain which is naturally fat free, it only has 80 Calories and 6g of Carbs!

For some unknown reason, when I logged into my email account I also opened up a tab for RueLaLa and settled down to eat my greek cheese-like yogurt. Much to my dismay, but not to my surprise, my mother had also eaten yogurt for breakfast. I, having been in such a hurry, had not grabbed the right unopened container. Now having a yogurt spill in my JPK worthy of blaming BP for, and the beginnings of a hangry attitude, I was greeted with this screen.

Thanks Ruelala. Good morning to you too. #youneedanasswhoopin

But there it was, my knight in shining armor. The second boutique to be open for the next 38 minutes; I was free to purchase a replacement JPK at half the cost! I don’t care who you are, but when you have the familiar smell of rotting dairy wafting around you—you will cave and buy something new.

This happens to be my something new with a touch of blue. Both the City and Overnight sizes in a bright paisley. Happy Tuesday.

F.M.Ps

Today’s debate, which may or may not be covered by C-Span, is on the topic of F.M.P.s—If you don’t know exactly what those are, please check here for classic examples, hott examples, an excellent collection, and if that wasn’t enough, a blunt definition.

What are you thinking so far?

In my 22 years of high heel wearing wisdom, here is what I have learned:

How do I know if I own shoes that would qualify as the aforementioned label? I’m pretty sure most heels I own (a couple pairs are even pictured on the SW page) resemble this adage. Who wants to wear ratty kitten heels anymore?

If I do own a pair or two, am I immediately going to be labeled as a certain type of person for wearing them?If Suri Cruise can rock them, I think it would be a bit antiquated to suggest otherwise.

I’m a logical thinker and am still trying to wrap my toes around it… Are they a separate genre like underwear vs. lingerie? Hm. Now that’s a thought. Church shoes, play shoes, come F’Me shoes… I like it.

Is it a compliment when someone notices such shoes? I would hope so! Isn’t that the purpose of shelling out the dough?

Do they work? All I can say is that I agree with the great guitarist Lita Ford, “Stiletto, I look at it more as an attitude as opposed to a high-heeled shoe.”

Hope that helps clarify.

Rose Tint My World

It does seem that when it matters, location is everything! I have been in Charlotte, NC this week tending to some work related business *ahem* at Southpark Mall. What can I say? When my boss sends me on the 1.5hr drive, he knows there is going to be a detour. God bless the man that understands the power of shopping.



This week’s purchases include this Banana Republic springy floral print, perfect for a Charleston graduation or paired with a hat for Easter!

And this Banana Republic everlasting rose tinted frock. Originally $150, listed online for $126.99, but now $84.99 at Southpark! Ah, Location. I would not be caught dead wearing it with those tights though. Stay tuned for appropriatly paired pictures.

And just because I’m always on the quest for the perfect lipstick shade-- a rose by any other name still smells as sweet, Clinique Rose Spectrum Lipcolor

See Spot Run

Bark to the Park was a huge success! Thank you for all the donations and support. Because of your generosity, I exceeded my fundraising goal. I was honored to be walking for such a great cause, the homeless animals in the midlands, with such great adopted pets of my own.

Bark to the Park is the largest event fundraiser for Pawmetto Lifeline (formerly Project Pet) and, in addition to the funds raised, the event brings greater awareness to companion animal issues such as homelessness, abuse and neglect.

Pawmetto Lifeline is an organization dedicated to a humane solution to the issue of overpopulation of pets. Every year in Richland and Lexington Counties over 23,000 dogs and cats enter just two municipal shelters and each year over 19,000 of those same animals are euthanized.

Pawmetto Lifeline endeavors to end unnecessary euthanasia through public education, responsible rescue and adoption of shelter animals, and wide-scale spay and neuter initiatives. Pawmetto Lifeline rescues and rehabilitates over 1,000 pets each year. Each pet is spayed or neutered, microchipped and fully vaccinated prior to adoption. Pawmetto Lifeline has rescued over 8,000 animals from death row since 1999.

Yet there are many more homeless dogs and cats who are hungry, neglected, scared and lonely. Though Bark to the Park is over, there is another walk coming your way!

See Spot Run is a 5k Walk/Run sponsored by the Humane Society and will be hosted at the Earlewood Park, which is the home of Columbia’s new dog park. The event will take place on June 4, and for more information please visit them on facebook.

See Spot Run is a family and pet friendly event designed to raise funds to support the work of the Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. They also have a "k-9" fun walk for all those dogs who would rather trot a shorter course.

Last year, the first annual See Spot Run was an enormous success with nearly 500 participants and volunteers coming out to support of the Humane Society. As a big proponent of adopting animals, hope to see you there!

Legality

I thought I would end this week with some good news that started my week. Around lunch time on Monday, I received a call from the Dean of the Charleston School of Law. He was in fact calling to congratulate me and offer a position of enrollment. I immediately burst into tears and called my mom to say “It’s time to open the Dom!” It’s true, we drank Dom Perignon that night, and toasted to another generation in pursuit of the law.

Once the news spread like wildfire, I received a card with this sentiment on it. It could not have described the situation with any more clarity. I am so fortunate for this opportunity and want to adequately take the time to thank everyone that has made me who I am today. It took a village, but here we are!

Oh, and Vivian too. May the city remain intact once the Hearnicane comes to town!

Things that have made me smile today.

And this short film by Ryan Dunlap.

Never Bored with Boden

I received the Boden USA lookbook yesterday and while casually flipping through, several summer pieces appealed to me. I am on a quest to find a short sleeve jersey dress, something quick and easy for those hot summer days at Spoleto—something like this print?

Or this?

But I digress. Once online I found a whole new type of community shopping. A world within a world. I was greeted by this fantastic opening page under a section titled, “Stuff and Nonsense”.

Could they have appealed to me in any greater way? Peonies & Parm?! My favorite things too! How did you know?

Oh wait, it gets better.

Need a few extra friends these days? Check out these custom zany creatures made from old Socks!

Got a little boy or Medusa complex? How about a snake?

Do you prefer to carry your pooch around in a side satchel?

Maybe Peter Pan has been following you and you can't get that ticking out of your head?

And for all the dog lover's out there-- go ahead!

I think I will start with the little crazy haired man up top. He looks to be about my speed!