BLACK FRIDAY '14 | Shopbop's BIG EVENT

If you're a serious shopper like me, you already know that Black Friday is our Superbowl. We wait for this day. We dream of this day. And since I'm not a huge fan of elbows to the face or all-nighters, I'm thrilled that you can now score the best Black Friday deals online.

Since Shopbop is one of my fav online obsessions, I have to share the site's BIGGEST Sale of the year that starts today at 7:00AM and goes all the way until Mon, December 1st at 11:59PM (Pacific Time Zone...need to be precise here. It's the big game after all....)

Now here's the crazy part. There are NO brand exclusions with this sale, meaning you can finally score yourself a SMYTHE, get that 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli you've been eyeing and pick up a few other designer treats for your sister/mom/friend while you're at it. Oh, and the more you purchase, the better the savings - so it's a great idea to team up with your friends on this one. 

Head on over to The Big Event HERE. This is your time. xx

INTERGALACTIC PLANETARY

Photo via Shopbop

I still refuse to watch Gravity - like, seriously, the idea of being stuck in space forever (or at least until the oxygen runs out) with George Clooney is enough to give me nightmares. And Star Trek/Star Wars (same thing, right?) are things I hear randomly referenced but end up sounding like blah, blah, blah, klingon, blah, there is no try, blah, blah. Beam me up, but never make me watch either, please. Space-inspired gear, though? All over that like an astronaut on a pack of freeze-dried ice cream. 

Give me hologram, shiny silver, alien-ripped waxed jeans and anything with stars this fall. But especially today. Because it's Hallowe'en y'all, which makes it the ideal day to shop for something fun. 

Here are some of my subtly spacey finds from Shopbop, the final frontier (or something like that...)

ps - my daughter's going as a peacock. my son has chosen a (REALLY SCARY, MOM) dinosaur. and my dog will be transformed into a hot dog tonight. i will document.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Liya Lurex Dress, $451, Shopbop

Marc by Marc Jacobs iPad Mini Case, $66, Shopbop

Westward Leaning Mercury Seven Sunglasses, $204, Shopbop

SOL SANA Jules Loafers, $176, Shopbop

Tibi Star Fields Cami, $225, Shopbop

Deux Lux Sunset Clutch, $102, Shopbop

Gorjana Super Star Necklace, $91, Shopbop

Marc by Marc Jacobs Messenger Bag, $429, Shopbop

Paige Denim Verdugo Ultra Skinny Jeans, $177, Shopbop

FALL ACCESSORY EDIT: Ear Crawlers

A gorge Smith & Mara ear crawler. Photo via Shopbop

I never jumped on the ear cuff bandwagon. I don't know - I was all over the punkness on Cara Delevingne and co. but they always just felt super awkward on me. The new ear crawlers literally crawl up your lobe, making a more subtle, more refined statement than last season's cuff.

I am LOV-ing the sleek gold versions from Smith + Mara and Elizabeth and James on Shopbop right now. Edgy but not way out there, I'll wear them everywhere this fall. Cool, right?

Here are a few of my favs from Shopbop right now:

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RLR SHOPS: My Shopbop Top Ten

SHOPBOP asked me to pick out my Top 10 wants from their October collection and share them with you. As the weather cools off, I find myself gravitating towards black, grey and camel done up in rich wools, felts and leathers.

My apologies in advance for the 10 not-so-guilt-free temptations ahead. Luckily, gifting season isn't too far away...

xx

Rag & Bone Dunaway Hat, $250, Shopbop

Botkier Python Embossed Soho Tote, $338, Shopbop

Giles Brother Skinny Railroad Spike Cuff, $63, Shopbop

Matt Bernson Tundra Shearling Lined Booties, $437, Shopbop

Helmut Lang Sonar Wool Cardigan, $448, Shopbop

3.1 Philip Lim Pashli Medium Satchel, $1015, Shopbop

Rebecca Minkoff Julian Backpack, $335, Shopbop

Monrow Faux Leather Pants, $199, Shopbop

Loeffler Randall Junior Work Tote, $448, Shopbop

Matt Bernson Darby Oxfords, $283, Shopbop

While you're at it, CK Underwear is currently 25% off from today until Oct 13th, so now's a great time to stock up. Promo details here.

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LABEL WE LOVE: Blank Denim

A great look from Blank NYC's Fall '14 Lookbook.

Back-to-school season can wreak havoc on even the best-planned budgets, between her dance classes, his new skates and daycare needs thrown in for good measure. Great new jeans can easily set you back a $300 which, for most of us, means that beginner tap class might have to be held off until next year. Saving grace? Hmmm...maybe. 

And yet, I am loving the jean line-up from Blank Denim. Totally on-trend, amazing fits, and reasonably priced to boot(ie), which means you can stock up on a few great new pairs from this lesser-known label and not feel the BTS budget squeeze.

Here are a few pairs of jeans and super cute jackets I've got my eye on. Loads of styles available now at Shopbop with free shipping and free returns to Canada. Um, yes?!

Blank Denim Distressed Boyfriend Jeans, $145, Shopbop

Blank Denim Mixed Vegan Moto Jacket, $110, Shopbop

Blank Denim Ripped Skinny Jeans, $100, Shopbop

Blank Denim Vegan Leather and Ponte Jacket, $112, Shopbop