Sassy and Comfy . . .

Check out these two sassy and comfy must haves at Kiser. Just thought I'd put it out there for you to see.

Your Shopping Dollar

Dear Shoppers - for the new year, we should all check our dollars, pesos, yen, pounds, euro, Benjamins, whatever you like to call it for several reasons: Saving and spending wisely now, let's your money grow, so you can spend more later. :) More importantly, your money is very powerful. We spend billions of dollars in fashion yet we're underrepresented on the runways or mistreated at stores we regularly shop. Check out the Model Blackout which Tyra covered last week, and also in Essence magazine. Also, check out the posts and discussion of improper customer service at Average Bro. Don't stand for mistreatment and don't spend your money at places or on brands you feel don't represent you.

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The Perfect Black Pants

I'm on the search for a new pair of versatile black pants. I've had a wonderful pair for years and now it's coming apart at the seams. It was a pair by Express I got years ago. High waisted, no pockets which gave it a seamless line through the hips, stretch material, and flare legged. I'd wear it to the stores shopping over the weekend and to work on a casual day with a long sweater. I could even wear it with a cute top and banging shoes, head out to the club, which I did last month. I could pig out with these pants too because of the stretch material. Much more comfortable than jeans. I could travel in them too. They wer perfect!! Best of all, I got these Express pants at Ross. I know it's hard to believe that the extravagant luxury-seeking TILshop girl shopped there. Don't sleep on Ross. Anyhow, I've tried to find backups to give these pants a break and nothing was comparable - the potentials would be too low waisted, too short, woven in a way that it'd succumb to fuzz balls, or it was too light and my legs would be cold. So here are my options so far. I'll let you know when the search is over.

INC International Concepts® Classic Wide-Leg Pant $79.00 (This is close but I definitely did not pay that much)

INC International Concepts® Fit-And-Flare Pant for $59.00 (Another close one)

Victoria Secret's Slip-on pants for $49.00 (close but too loose at the thigh)

Alice + Olivia's High Waist Pants for $279.00 (has pockets and a 3 figure price, so that's a no)

Newport News Wide-leg pants on sale for $17.00 (too flouncy)

Do you see how hard this is?

After Holiday Sales!

I hope you had a great Holiday!! Now it's time for the sales. Retailers are hoping that Christmas is coming again soon with the deep discounts! Unfortunately, the really cute stuff isn't on sale. Check this bag which has been in my shopping bag at Neiman Marcus since September (see post Wishlist: It's a grey line). It's stil $26,995. But this other one - Nubuck & Shiny Crocodile Bag - is on sale for around $8,000 (when added to your shopping bag). That's a $5,000 savings!

Okay seriously though, this is the best time of year to buy wedding gowns, cars, tech items or plan to in the next few weeks and it's really the best time to donate to charity. ENJOY!!

Bright beads

If you are dreaming of laying on the beach in white linen, don't forget to accessorize. Bright colored beads go with everything from white shirt to a simple black dress. Check these out
Stephen Dweck's Three-Strand Beaded Necklace for $1,785.00




Mimi Design Necklaces for around $100 or more (she can make similar necklaces for you - check out Boutique Mix Jewelry)

Venetian Glass Necklace at LilyLily for $275 (glass is also a nice alternative!)

Beach Resorts

Some of you are lucky enough to spend the entire holiday season in a beach resorts. If so, I'm sure you are rocking the floral and bright color trends. This is what I'd be rocking:

Glisten Floral Clutch for $3,595.00




Manolo Blahnik's Floral Thong Sandal for $630.00

In my dreams!

Mary Kay Trend?

When I see two designers do something, I start thinking a trend in happening. Would you wear a bright pink bag? VOTE THE RIGHT!
Marc Jacob's Standard Supply Tote for $98

Nancy Gonzales Small Croc Tote in Fuchsia for $2,600

More of a resort trend, see above.