August 31, 2007
Accessory Friday-Gorjana Jewelry
We recently discovered Gorjana Jewelry, and we are so happy we did! They have a bunch of beautiful and unusual pieces that we are longing for! Some of our top picks are the Bali Tear Earrings, the Willow Cuff, the Shadow Circle Earrings, and the Bali Ring. Many items are available in both silver and gold, which is great for us because so often we'll discover something we love available in silver, and the Shirt Snob only wears gold. Unfortunately, their site is in flash so we can't link to the individual products, but definitely check out their site! You'll love what you see.
August 31, 2007
Drape Cardigan by Splendid
We're written about cardigans similar to the Drape Cardigan by Splendid
in the past, but we can't get enough. This one is a great cover up for fall. It has long sleeves, large banding at the front edge, and is quite long. Wear it with your summer tanks or with a cute fall top! It's available in black, coffee, ivory, and smoke.
August 31, 2007
Tori Top by Samantha Treacy
If you want a dressy sweater, the Tori Top by Samantha Treacy
is one to consider. It has metallic stripes throughout, a wide neck, and 3/4 length bell sleeves. There's also a metallic lining underneath.
August 30, 2007
New Tees
More new tees out at Busted Tees yet again. We can barely keep up with them! They are Nuke the Whales, Recipe for Disaster, and Denmark's the Spot.
Nerdy Shirts has come out with two new designs for pre-order, both for Flight of the Conchords. If you aren't watching this show, you must start. It's hilarious. The tees are Mutha Uckas and Business Time. There's also videos on each page in case you aren't part of the joke.
The Ryde also has 43 new designs for women. Yes, that's right. To be honest, while their designs are cute, they all sort of look the same to us, so we aren't too sure which ones are new. But go check them out if you haven't yet.
August 30, 2007
Hooded Pom-Pom Cardigan by Catherine Malandrino
Last November, we found a sweater that reminded the Shirt Snob of one that our mother wore back in the 70s. And now we've discovered another one that reminds us of it too. If these two were mixed together, it would be that sweater! We can't help but love this sweater as it brings back lovely memories. The Hooded Pom-Pom Cardigan by Catherine Malandrino
is a cardigan with pom-pom detail throughout, a single button at the neck, and popcorn knit banding at the front, hood, and cuffs. It's made out of lambswool and angora, so it's quite warm and perfect for the upcoming winter!
Silk Cotton Mini Swing Jacket at Max Studio
The Shirt Snob doesn't think she's ever seen a jacket as cute as the Silk Cotton Mini Swing Jacket at Max Studio
. It has satin collar, cuffs, and belt, pleats at the waist, 3/4 length sleeves, a hidden snap closure, rounded neck, and texture throughout. It's also fully lined. It's both flirty and refined at the same time, which is probably why we love it so much!
Short Sleeve Rib Yoke Sweater by K.A.7 by Katayone Adeli
The Short Sleeve Rib Yoke Sweater by K.A.7 by Katayone Adeli
is another great top to wear over your summer camis. This lightweight sweater is semi-sheer, has a rolled bottom hem, short puff sleeves, and ribbed yoke at the shoulders. It's available in white, nude, and midnight.
Pleated-Up Tank by Geren Ford
What is so wonderful about the Pleated-Up Tank by Geren Ford
is that it's a bit forgiving in the stomach area. This silk tank has a scoop neck, hidden side zipper, thick straps, and seam detail throughout. And we love the silver color!
August 29, 2007
Charmeuse Dita Top by ingwa; melero
We're written about the Charmeuse Dita Top by ingwa; melero
before , but it's back, and this time with two new colors combos: champagne and wine. It has a hidden zipper, lace tie at the back, ruching at the empire waist, spaghetti straps, and underwire bra detail. If you missed it the last time, you're lucky that you can buy basically the same thing with fall colors!
Long Sleeved Tunic by Kara Janx
We must admit that when we watched her season of Project Runway, we were not huge fans of Kara Janx. But she has certainly proven herself since starring in the reality tv show. The Long Sleeved Tunic is one great example. The top has a kimono wrap design with contrast banding at the V-neck, large banding at the waist, and a similarly colored tie at the front. Besides black/ivory, it's also available in ivory/chocolate and ivory/black/sea.
Darcy Mixed Rib Sweater by C&C California
Sexy and sweater aren't words we normally put together, but C&C California is certainly changing that! The Darcy Mixed Rib Sweater
is a 100% cashmere fitted sweater. There's a scoop neck, ribbed bodice, large banding at the waist, ribbed long sleeves, and is 29 inches long. It's available in heather grey and merlot.
August 28, 2007
$10 sale at Threadless
Yesterday started the $10 sale at Threadless. Get over there quickly, a lot of tees are selling out fast. They also came out with some new designs as well. The Shirt Snob's favorites are Stupid Cupid, Amazon Addiction, Bad Apple, Stupid Raisins, Stay Out of My Cookies, and the reprints Pandamonium, The Communist Party, Cookie Loves Milk, and Flowers in the Attic.
Tuxedo Tie Top by Lia Kes
The Tuxedo Tie Top by Lia Kes is the perfect top for the board room as well as for drinks after work. This blouse is slightly sheer with pleats at the front, five mother of pearl buttons down the front, raw edges, slight ruffles at the cap sleeves, and a tie at the front.
Silk Doupioni Pintucked Shell by Max Studio
The Silk Doupioni Pintucked Shell by Max Studio
is perfect to wear under a cute jacket as it's pretty but not too overwhelming. Of course, it'd be great alone too! Made of 100% silk, it has a light sheen, is lightweight, has an empire waist with pintucking, crossover bust, braided raw edge trim, embroidery knots throughout, and is fully lined.
August 27, 2007
New at Busted Tees
Busted Tees has three new designs (well, more like they did last week, but we've been busy!), and we like them all. They are McLovin, Computers: Wave of the Future, and No Punch Backs. Also, get free shipping when buying three or more tees.
Graciela Wrap Top by Diane von Furstenberg
No one does a wrap like Diane von Furstenberg! The Graciela Wrap Top
is a silk wrap with a tie at the waist, smocked banking at the back, smocked collar and cuffs, long sleeves, and pleating at the waist. We think the bright blue color is amazing too!
Shadow Flower Cami by Splendid
The Shadow Flower Cami by Splendid
has a cute flower print that we think would be fun for this fall. The bodice is loose fitting and flowing, there's a ribbed neckline, ad it's lightweight. It is also very similar to the Mulberry Print Tank we wrote about in June.
August 26, 2007
Organic French Terry Tailored Jacket by Stewart + Brown
It seems that most organic clothing for women is in the form of t-shirts. So we are glad to discover the Organic French Terry Tailored Jacket by Stewart + Brown
. This jacket has five asymmetrical buttons down the front, shirring at the back, mandarin collar, front pockets, and buttons at the cuffs of the long sleeves.
August 25, 2007
Pleated Grommet Blouse by Catherine Malandrino
The Pleated Grommet Blouse by Catherine Malandrino
is an interesting one because it is a little tough with the grommets but quite feminine with the pleat at the front. We like the contrast! This silk top is slightly stretchy, has pleating at the back as well as the front, 3/4 length puff sleeves, a button and keyhole at the cuffs, and a scoop neck.
Futuristic Print Jersey Halter Top from McQ - Alexander McQueen
If you want something without color, you might like the Futuristic Print Jersey Halter Top from McQ - Alexander McQueen
. It has a crossover front, thick banding at the bottom hem with ruching, and a grosgrain strap. It's very sexy and perfect for a night out!
August 24, 2007
Accessory Friday-Hostess Aprons
If you enjoy being a hostess and entertaining your friends and family, you definitely need a cute apron to protect your clothing. We've discovered some great ones at Wishing Fish. The Shirt Snob is partial to the Baby Blue Mocha Apron and the Pink Paris Hostess Apron, but there are a bunch of others as well. Wear one when you're cooking for friends or just thinking about it (maybe while reading I Like You, a great hostess book by Amy Sedaris!).
Euna Top by Velvet
We love the simplicity of this blouse, the Euna Top by Velvet
. It has smocked sides, a crossover bust, shirring at the back and bust, and 3/4 length sleeves. It's also available in five colors: black, harbor, lapis, malt, and white.
My All Sweater by Joie
Here's a great fall sweater for those cooler nights. The My All Sweater by Joie
is a cashmere and wool mix with a hood, long sleeves, and ribbed banding at the edges and sides. It's available in grey heather and oat heather.
August 23, 2007
Flutter Blouse by Charlotte Ronson
Here's a bit of a departure for us. Normally, a print like the one on the Flutter Blouse by Charlotte Ronson
would not appeal to us, but for some reason we really like it. Maybe it's because it's full of fall colors, or maybe because it just looks comfortable. Either way, we really are fond of it. This blouse is 100% silk, has ruching at the cuffs and wide neck, a tie at the back, and 3/4 length sleeves.
Puff Sleeve Turtleneck by Jamison
The Shirt Snob isn't usually a big fan of turtlenecks. We hate to have something close to our necks. But the Puff Sleeve Turtleneck by Jamison
is so unusual and interesting that we had to show you it! Made of 100% cashmere, it has pleating at the front, 3/4 length puff sleeves, and ribbed banding at the cuffs. It's available in some wildly different colors (frost, navy, and teal), so you can get something that will make you stand out or something a little less bold.
Penelope Top by Joie
We love ruffles when they aren't over the top. The Penelope Top by Joie
has ruffle trim at the bottom hem and straps. There's also three buttons and a keyhole at the front, ruching at the empire waist, and it's 100% silk. The leaf print is quite pretty and delicate too!
August 22, 2007
Metallic Print Twist Tank Tunic by Rachel Pally
Here's a great blouse for a fun night out on the town. The Metallic Print Twist Tank Tunic by Rachel Pally
, which is available in golden and midnight, has a metallic print, twisted banding at the scoop neck and thick straps, pleating at the bust, and an unfinished bottom hem.
Atomic Madhouse
Atomic Madhouse is a new tee company that uses comic book sound effects and catchphrases for their tees. The lined just debuted last month so you probably won't see too many people wearing their tees yet. We think they are cute and hope they come out with more designs in the future as well as actual picture of their tops and not just drawings. Our favorites are BLAMM!, AAARRGGHH!!, and Devil Girl.
Combat Jacket by Rag & Bone
We don't really understand the name of this next one, the Combat Jacket by Rag & Bone
. It looks pretty feminine to us, not at all like one's ready for combat wearing it. No matter where the name came from though, we do love it. Made of mostly wool, it has a single button closure at the front, button flap pockets at the hips and bust, long sleeves, solid trim at the edges, a double vent at the back, and is lined.
August 21, 2007
Silk Bamboo Empire Top at Max Studio
The Silk Bamboo Empire Top at Max Studio
is such a sexy, flirty, and fun top, you're sure to have a blast wearing it. There's an empire waist with shirring, striping in the crinkled silk and bamboo, and thick straps so it's bra strap friendly. It's also silk lined.
Snap Kimono Cardigan by YAYA AFLALO
Have a cute tank or cami that you want to wear into the fall? Layer it with the Snap Kimono Cardigan by YAYA AFLALO
. This cardigan sweater is a wool and cashmere mix and has a deep V-neck, a shawl collar, six snaps down the front, 3/4 length kimono sleeves, and ribbed banding at the cuffs and hem.
Long Sleeve Empire Tunic by James Perse
Here's the perfect tunic for fall. The Long Sleeve Empire Tunic by James Perse
has an empire waist, a deep V-neck, banding at the waist and neck, ruching at the waist, and long sleeves. It's available in macaroon and charcoal.
August 20, 2007
New Tees at Threadless
Another Monday, another group of new Threadless tees. This week, we've found a few that we really like. They are Polar Garden, Quack Attack, Butterfly Fish, and A city built on rock n' roll would be.... So many great designs, we now just need another one of their $10 sales to happen!
Beaded Tunic by Rebecca Taylor
The Shirt Snob usually is not a big fan of mesh, but this is definitely an exception. The Beaded Tunic by Rebecca Taylor
has mesh banding at the neck and straps with beads that is not too over the top or annoying. There's also ruching at the bottom hem, thick straps, and inverted pleating at the front.
Isabelle V Neck Top by Ella Moss
We only show you our favorites on Shirt Snob, but Ella Moss always seems to design the favorites of those favorites. The Isabelle V Neck Top
is definitely no exception. This blouse has crochet banding at the deep V-neck, back, bottom hem, and cuffs which gives it such a feminine appeal. There's also short dolman sleeves and smocked banding at the empire waist. It's available in amethyst, black, and turquoise.
August 19, 2007
Brandalyn Top by Theory
Here's a cute top for your work day. The Brandalyn Top by Theory
is a button down with ruching at the bib and back, a notched collar, and short puff sleeves. It's available in both black and white.
August 18, 2007
Loving Arms Long Cardigan by Joie
The Loving Arms Long Cardigan by Joie
is perfect for wearing over your summer clothes as it gets cooler outside. Made from a wool and cashmere blend, this long sweater has a single button at the front, ribbed banding at the empire waist, ribbed detail at the bodice and long sleeves.
August 17, 2007
Accessory Friday-The Bandana Belt
The Shirt Snob is a big fan of belts, so we were very excited to discover the Bandana Belts over at American Pig Brand. Paisley is one of those love it or hate it patterns, and while we aren't usually a big fan of them on most items, we think it works quite well on these belts. Available in brown and cream, black and white, white with black, and cream with brown, these belts also have an engraved wood face, and is 1.5 inches thick.
New at Fabric 8
Fabric 8 has some new designs out this week, and there are a few cute ones for the ladies. The Shirt Snob's top picks include Leaves Tee, Leaf Hoodie, Seahorse Tee, and the Deer Island Tank.