Geek is chic.
One of my son's classmates is a dress-lover. For the past four months she has refused to put on a pair of pants, preferring to wear tights and dresses to all manners of events. This was great at the beginning of the school year, but Northeast Winters aren't always conducive to her fashionable choices. After a few too many mornings fighting about single digit temperatures for the half a mile walk Read more
Baby, it's cold outside, so I've been doing everything I can to stay fashionably warm. By pure accidental luck — I tagged these onto my order because I wanted to get free shipping — I came across these Plush Fleece-lined Leggings ($35). On the outside, they look like a regular pair of black leggings, but the inside is a completely different story. The soft fleece lining is super Read more
I don't know why I've been on such an art and crafts binge lately, but c'mon, how can I not be when I see such adorable geek gear like the hand-painted Bluetooth earpieces and the Super Mario Galaxy keychain and bracelet! Here's another one to add to the geekilicious handmade collection list — Gameboy Plushies! Although these fuzzy creations are hand stitched with felt, I'm not really getting Read more
Meet the Fonies: Bart, Englebert, Manuel, Otto and Pedro. These plush and squishy cell phone charms are guaranteed to add some unique flair to your phone. Use them for sheer cuteness or put these critters to use and give your screen a good wipe—getting rid of all those nasty finger prints! Fonies are priced at $8 each. Scroll down for larger images! View 2 Photos › p1884pr2 p1884pr Read more
Oscar de la Renta's Resort 2013 collection offered up a plethora of plush, picnic-ready looks for sunny days ahead. And while you may have pastoral images of lazy lawn spreads and fruit-filled wicker baskets in mind, this country-chic girl wears her gingham prints in luxe satins and silks. The iconic designer presented a cool mix of traditionally sleek looks — black-and-white short suits, apple Read more
Monsters under the bed are nothing to fear! Furry and funny little friends have been popping up all over kiddie clothes and nursery room decor, and we can't get enough of them. From robot prints to quirky plush friends and footies, click through 10 of our favorite finds for your lil cuddle monster. Read more
Going to the dermatologist's office can be quite intimate, but so can a trip to the esthetician, as well. While a doctor's office is more stark and sterile by design, a spa room is dark and soothing, making for an entirely different experience. So whether you're apprehensive about getting a facial or you're just looking for tips to get in the facial mindset, just keep reading to see how you can Read more
We get a little excited about all things photography and DIY around here, so naturally this cut-and-sew retro camera bag from Happysewlucky is next on our growing craft to-do list. To make this plush bag version of the iconic blue Diana lomography camera, purchase a fat quarter piece of the fabric ($17) with the camera components already printed and ready to sew into place. Then follow Read more
Fall may seem like a far-off cry from the season in bloom, but we couldn't help but take a peek (and lust over) Nicole Richie's latest Winter Kate and House of Harlow autumnal wares. With Richie's signature brand of bohemian-luxe style ever present, we were delighted to note an edgier (read: rich jewel tones, plush velvet textures, and slick lasercut details) vibe in place. The collection is Read more
We're absolutely smitten with the look of Wes Anderson's new film Moonrise Kingdom. Retro-inspired scout gear, ranging from Davy Crockett hats to fishing creel purses, has us longing to recreate a quirky outdoor adventure of our own. We have our eye on inventive accessories like corkscrew wine glass holders ($14 for a set of two) that can easily be staked into soft soil. Or a portable seat ($60) Read more
