I'm no fashionista

(excuse the iphone photo)

But this number from J. Crew is questionable. It's called a romper. The catalog says, "Think poolside parties and chic beach soirees."

I thinketh not.

Gorgeous (and environmentally friendly)

A couple from our supper club just launched a handbag line that is to die for! I mean look at the petals on that bag. Gorgeous....just gorgeous!

Here's a blurb from their website:

Muratori Designs, an environmentally friendly luxury handbag line, is proudly designed in the USA, and Made in Italy by master craftsman. The brand produces high-quality handbags with the most supple, chrome-free, vegetable-tanned leathers, each hand-stitched with beautiful details.

Check out Muratori Designs. You won't be sorry!

Mission accomplished

I found my "holiday party" dress for 2009. I really wanted the Ruffle Shimmer Dress to work from Ann Taylor Loft but the fit was way off. I decided on the Satin Dress with Neckline Applique. The fit and price were right and it'll go well with Mr. PaperCourt's crazy pants. The Ann Taylor website says "online exclusive" but I bought it in the store.

A preppy Christmas

Look at these beauties....

Mr. PaperCourt picked these out for his company party. People in Seattle do NOT wear critter pants (especially red corduroy with Christmas trees) so I can't wait to see everyone's reactions. I personally think they're adorable. If you want a pair, you can find them (and a slew of other preppy items) at Castaway Clothing.

Now what am I going to wear? Clearly, the pink dress is now out of the question.

The perfect dress

It's time to start thinking about holiday parties. I hate bring this up right after Halloween but I've got start thinking about this.

I scoured BlueFly last night and learned that I have very expensive taste. If it's over $300, I totally love it. I'm hoping to find something I can also wear to an auction in March.

Here are a few that I like...

Maggy London jeweled neck chiffon trapeze dress at Nordstrom - Pretty plain jane which is what I always end up wearing.


Banana Republic assymetrical ruffle dress - I'm not sure how I feel about the one shoulder look or the huge ruffle but something is drawing me to this dress. I have a small upper body so it may look silly.

Castle Starr raspberry brushed silk beaded short dress - Only 1 left...of course...the stress! And it's way more than I want to spend...I mean WAY MORE!

What do you think? Any other suggestions of places to look?

Really?

(photo courtesy shopbop.com)

Really Ms. Burch? Ninety-five bucks for a pair of jellies? I am so NOT going with this trend.