LeRoy's Tax Return purchase #1

I like to appreciate this time of getting back money from Uncle Sam because I know it wont last long once the house and babies come. So in honor of my appreciation and the foreseen recession, I feel it's my duty as an American citizen to indulge in a little useless spending. How you may ask? Buy splurging on one of these little beauties. Those of you who know me know the most expensive bag I've ever bought was no more than $30...so yes, Money Bags, this bag is expensive to me. But I feel its worth it since it fair trade...right? And by wearing this around town it's like I'm a walking United Nations Fashionista ($100 says my bf is rolling his eyes at that last statement).

Anyhow, do West Bengal and America proud and buy one will ya? Just not the navy and teal, kay?

Less FUPA, More Flatter

I've been on the hunt for the perfect cigarette pant for months now. I've searched high and low to no avail. What I want is not complicated: skinny black cropped pants that flatter, a la Audrey Hepburn.

But in my search I've become appalled by the number of suuuper unflattering styles being offered...butt-front pants, pleats in all the wrong places, bubbled thighs tapering into skinny calves and banded ankles. FUPA is a sad enough phenomenon, we don't need clothing that accentuates our...soft spots.

Haitian Vacation pt.3- "wrap it up"

Even the hottest Caribbean islands cool off a little at night. Enter: the shawl. Low-maintenance, lightweight, barely takes up any space in your beach bag but keeps you that much warmer at dusk. I'm really loving florals right now, but any bold colors and prints will do:

Rest in Peace lil Polaroid, NYC, Feb.08

Let's all take a moment to reflect on our good friend Polaroid...according to the NY Times, Polaroid is closing down factories in Massachusetts, Mexico and the Netherlands, and production of their instant cameras has ended in the past two years. The company is interested in licensing its film technology to others, but if it doesn't happen, its film will likely run out in 2009. :(

Start stocking up now! The eBay bidding wars are already out of control....

a little bit, nyc, feb.08

I think I'm a little bit in love with Lykke Li

Haitian Vacation pt.2- "lightwhite"

Another beachy necessity is something lightweight and white...a mini dress, baggy t, caftan, what have you. It's best if kept above the knee(and a little swimsuit showing through never hurt anyone):

Haitian Vacation pt.1- "gimme length"

It's about this time every year, just after the holidays, and just after returning to work from a much-needed vacation, that I begin to daydream about my next escape. My fantasy usually involves a beach, turquoise walls and a Vespa. But it alllways involves the perfect wardrobe to accompany me on this getaway. First, let's start with the maxi dress. Not a favorite among men as it hides the legs and leaves a little to the imagination, however the right maxi dress can actually be super-sexy:



If you need a little inspiration, here are some key words in finding the right maxi dress for you--grecian, roman, criss-cross, halter, strapless, empire waist:

peachy Keane, nyc, nov.07

Does anyone know where I can find a good peach-colored t-shirt?

uhohhhh, nyc, nov.07

Please don't do the hoki poki

According to the JC report, a highly respected international trend website (much like Coco and LeRoy), hoki is the new croc. This scares me. I don't want crocs in my life and I certainly don't need to see herds of people strutting around in a new, open-toe version of them. Have a little respect.

Gwen Stefani...Stockton, CA

I may loose a few of you with this one, but I don't even care. She starts trends (think jewels for your forehead circa 1997 to name one) and since this is a trend-spotting website, I feel it's necessary to pay homage to this little lady. And by little, I mean skinny! But not Lindsay Lohan skinny, I'm talking Madonna skinny minus the crazy yoga muscles. I am normally very against giving props to a womans weight, but this chick makes me want to give up white wine and french fries for good!

Her concert was fantastic...one too many slow songs, but what she lacked in dance music she made up with costumes and Harajuku dancers. Once again, just like middle school, I am left feeling jealous of the good Asian dancers.

So check out the pictures I was able to get, disregard any pompous music tendencies, and enjoy the pop culture!