Spring Cleaning II

So as you're sorting through your spring wardrobe, if you're like me, you can't help but sort through your Blackberry. ;-) I have a friend who had something quite awful happen to her last week. A particular gentleman had been trying to get a date with her for 2 YEARS. Yes, 2 years. She dodged every date, but was feeling a little charitable with spring approaching (warm weather has a way of doing that to you). So she finally tells the guy yes. For his part, he's not too shabby. He's a tad annoying, but happens to be a doctoral candidate in biochemistry at an Ivy League school. He also happens to write poetry and loves sports. Even though my friend is less than thrilled about this date, she decides it's time to try new things. Needless to say, the guy is beyond happy she said yes.

So they make plans for a week later. They'll be doing dinner at a super swanky hot spot in the city. It's my friend's favorite, so she's pretty into it. Even if the date is horrible, the food and ambience will be fab.

One day before the date, the guy IMs her - yes, no call an INSTANT MESSAGE - to say it's not his week to get paid, and he'd like to move the date to the following week. My friend graciously agrees, and is actually relieved, because she didn't want to go. If only her girlfriends were so forgiving!


Here's what angers me. He should know this girl isn't concerned about money. He could have suggested they meet for coffee! They could have gone to a museum instead! Is he really that awful at date planning??? And this is a guy who LOVES to brag about how much money he has! Now all of a sudden when he gets to go out with a girl he's been STALKING for 2 years he's broke??

Oh, but it gets better. He calls the girl a week after the cancelled date to see if she wants to go out THAT NIGHT. He called her at 7AM, to be exact. Woke her up with a TEXT MESSAGE asking her out. No 24 hour notice - not even 12 HOURS! She declined. He did this again the next day - and she declined again. After the 3 day - and 3rd declined invitation, he IMed her to talk about it.

When she told him it was not cool to ask her out the same day, he called her HIGH MAINTENANCE!!!! Needless to say, I told her he needed to be thrown out this season. He just doesn't get it.

I will say, however, that it's always nice when you can pull out an old faithful from your address book and enjoy a nice meal and great company. Those types of guys are ALWAYS in style and look good with any outfit. ;-) Mr. Same Day should be moved to the Do Not Call Me - EVER - List. So glad my friend took my advice. ;-)

Peace, love, & shopping,

TW

Spring Cleaning

Let me first apologize for my lack of recent posts. With Spring's fantabulous arrival, I've been totally focused on my two seasonal obsessions: clothes and guys. ;-) The new acquisition of clothing has been much easier compared to the latter. So let's start with SPRING FASHION! I actually attended fall fashion week, so I saw all of the hot stuff last September. So I want to give you my fashion tips for acquiring a must-have spring wardbrobe. Let's start with shopping tips:

1. When you're heading out to shop for the day (yes, for the day. This is major shopping season! 1 hour doesn't do it!), make sure you're wearing jeans (if they're your bottom of choice the majority of the time), a basic top in a basic color (I usually wear a stretchy splendid black tee), a piece of jewelry (long, ropey necklace), a belt, knee high trouser socks, and shoes with a low heel (right now, I'm wearing cowboy boots). My reasoning is, this outfit is perfect for trying on ANYTHING. The necklace is perfect for trying on dresses and shirts to see how you'll rock them in real life. Jeans (like my True Religions) are also a needed staple.

2. Speaking of jeans, head to your local boutique and pick up the latest season style and color of your favorite brand. For me, it's True Religion. Trues fit my shape perfectly. My friend Whit looks amazing in Sevens. My sister is a little hottie in her Citizens. Don't buy the latest fad - buy what looks good on YOU.

3. Now that you've picked up a few pairs of jeans, head to TARGET. Yes, Target. Pick up a few pair of Mossimo velour cropped pants. I'm practically living in them right now. They're comfy and look cute for coffee runs to Starbucks. I pair them with my Juicy jackets, b/c I'm totally over those Juicy bottoms that don't fit anymore. Totally thanks to mass-production. Target also has the hottest t-shirts and dresses! You should also pick up some accessories there. Oh, and at least 3 pair of the same (yes, same) faux seude flip-flops. I have searched high and low, and only Target delivers the best flip flops for the season. They're $6, and will last about 3 months with daily wear. I usually buy 3 pairs at once.

3. Forever 21 should be your next stop. Their tops are AMAZING. They look extra hott with True Religion jeans, and they have the best trends! I picked up 3 or 4 striped shirts here. I also got some basic pastel shirts that look hot with spring necklaces.

4. Wet Seal. I haven't been here in a while, but a very stylish girl working in Steve Madden suggested I go over there to purchase the ultra hot top she was wearing. I picked up some cute pieces here!

5. Marc by Marc Jacobs has the must-have handbags of the season. Girls, you just can't buy a cheap bag. You'll use it too much. At least, I do. You need to know that you can beat up your handbag. And Marc by Marc Jacobs bags are around $350. Worth every penny.

6. For my other shoes besides flip flops, I'm loving Christian Louboutin shoes. Their spring wedges are superbly hot. I also have a pair of wedges from Marc Jacobs from last season which I'll definitely wear this year. I also picked up a pair of gold leather flats from K. Jacques. Love them! I also picked up a pair of Jimmy Choo slingbacks in turquoise which are beyond hott. I'm looking at some Jimmy peep-toes, too. Steve Madden had a few hott buys, which I've also picked up. FYI, if you want Christian L. copies, go to Madden. They definitely cover the hott designer styles the best.

7. For my jewelry, I picked up most of my stuff on a recent trip to Honduras. I have a lot of handmade stuff that's really unique and cool. I also picked up some odds and ends from Charlotte Russe and of course Target!

8. Ok, now you should shift your focus to online shopping. My favorite site is shopbop.com. I literally buy one item per week! Everything is unbelievably fabulous! I also love eluxury.com. This site is great for Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton.

9. My final tip is to pick up Lucky magazine for the stickers! Use it when searching for seasonal finds from Victoria's Secret, Newport News, and Spiegel. I alo always grab Marie Claire, which every season has THE BEST top 10 trend report.

Don't forget to get rid of those old items you don't need anymore! Donate them to a local shelter and make sure your items are getting to people in need. ;-)

Up next, we'll discuss guys...