The Recessionista

So I'm still coming down off my Jimmy Choo H&M fashion fix, and checking out what is actually coming for the Christmas holiday season. Naturally, my thoughts turn to Target's upcoming Rodarte collection launching in stores Dec. ...

Kohl's is kicking off the holidays with a bang, and lucky for all of us, some great sales. Their are reductions throughout the store, plus they have designed some new areas of their website to help consumers shop by price. ...

I'm just back from checking out the new H&M for Jimmy Choo Holiday Collection at H&M. Overall, I have to say the collection exceeded my expectations. I only have two little nits with the collection, and I will get them right out of the way up front:

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Recently, I received some samples from Avon. And honestly, it was a pleasant surprise. I've been so busy with work and writing, I hadn't checked in on Avon lately to see what was new. The last time I checked it out was because they were selling a low-priced, irresistible Marimekko handbag. ...

And when you're done browsing the pictures, you can just crank up the sound and listen to The Kooks... as they sing "pretty, pretty, petticoats in all situations." (Ooh La)

If you've been looking for some deals and are an organized, early-bird type of shopper, then I have good news for you! . In light of our current economy, retailers are offering many shopping specials and deals to get you into their stores early. ...

If so you can get the same thing at Donna Karan for $995! If not -get this one! This style is a classic Norma Kamali design that she has been making for decades -seriously. It is not a dress you just put on and go, you have to add your personality to it. ...

There was excitement today in Southern California as one of New York City's oldest retailers, Henri Bendel, set up a small boutique store in South Coast Plaza. This is phase one of the Bendel invasion, as another store is coming soon to The Beverly Center. ...

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There's more at Gap.com including Petites and Tall sizes, kids slim and husky sizes, and baby bedding. You'll also find your favorite T-shirts, jeans, shirts, outerwear and accessories. Gap has everything you need for the season

The fall fashion collections are alive with echos of Amelia Earhart. There are aviator jackets everywhere from Arden B. to Topshop.

As everyone knows, today is "All Hallows Eve" or Halloween. This is an annual fun event for kids and adults alike. This week my friend Maggie treated us to her annual old fashioned pumpkin carving. Everybody gets silly and carves up their own pumpkin (average price well under $10.00). ...