Is there a more classic shoe design that the converse all star chuck taylor? It’s been so many years since the design was introduced by converse and still, people are buying and wearing it. Call it an attack of nostalgia or purely a shoe fashion icon, the all star chucks are here to stay. Get your own pair and choose one of the right size and of the right color. It doesn’t have to be flashy. As long as it’s a chuck, you’re definitely rolling in style.

If you’re looking for a cool pair of basketball shoes to pick up your game, then look no further as Buy and Walk has a complete category of shoes that full under the Basketball category. Whether hi, low or mid cut, their collection of basketball kicks will surely be enough for you to find the perfect pair of playground shoes for your to work with. There’s Reebok’s Commitment Mid and Adidas’ Adi Club II Low, Creator Zero Low, Top Ten Hi, and Top Ten 2000.

These are the most popular basketball shoes for men as of yet with the three brands. Buy and Walk is able to ascertain which basketball shoe designs appeal the most to their customers and which don’t, and thus modify their catalogs to show the most popular shoe designs first. If you’re looking for a new pair of kicks that you think can take the kind of beating that’s expected on the hard court, look no further than Buy and Walk.

There’s nothing quite like a bold piece of jewelry to make a woman feel like the center of attention wherever she goes. Whether you’re talking about a necklace that’s positively dripping with diamonds or a chunky, funky wooden bangle bracelet, a strong accessory can really pull a look together, not to mention demonstrate your confidence to the world. After all, if you’re wearing a piece of jewelry that’s designed to stop traffic and start conversations, you’re not exactly a wallflower.

One of our favorite jewelry styles that we’ve seen lately are the druzy geode rings by designer Dara Ettinger. You know those big plastic rings that teenagers like to wear? Consider these the grown-up, sophisticated version of those rings. Each of these unique pieces is actually carved out of stone, with the shimmering druzy crystals covering the ring’s face. The overall effect is a mass of crystals adorning your hand — a sparkle that you would be hard-pressed to match with other gemstone jewelry. Priced at under $100 and available in a wide range of sizes, styles, and colors, these rings are truly show stopping pieces and a fantastic addition to your jewelry collection.

To learn more about these rings, simply visit Dara Ettinger’s website. She has a variety of other fabulous pieces available too; we’re a fan of her fantastic necklaces. Take a look at her blog entries as well and learn which celebrities are fans of her creations.

For those of us who are both shoppers and collectors at heart, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of obtaining a new piece to add to our collection. Sure, the economy might be going south and times might be tight, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t indulge in our hobbies every once in a while, right? The key is being a discerning collector — only buying the pieces you really want and the ones that are really worth the money. That way, you can have a collection that you truly enjoy rather than one that you’re not sure that you invested wisely in.

One of the more popular collecting arenas these days is the world of entertainment memorabilia. Whether it’s the musical artists that you grew up listening to, your favorite movie to watch over and over, or the sports team you cheer for season after season, many of us love owning a little piece of whatever it is that has brought us so much enjoyment. One of our favorites sites to shop for entertainment collectibles is American Royal Arts. This dealer specializes in fine art collectables that relate to entertainment. From stunning publicity photos from the Wizard of Oz (who didn’t grow up loving that movie?) to signed artwork of golf sensation Tiger Woods, the selection of pieces on this site is truly awe-inspiring to browse through. The nice thing about fine art collectables like these is that they are something we’re happy to display in our home or our workplace, rather than just being an item we admire for a few minutes and then shove on the back of a shelf or inside a closet, never to be heard from again. Besides, these are purchases that we can just pass off as home décor, right?

There’s nothing sadder to a consummate shopper than seeing a store or chain of stores forced to close. Sure, the final liquidation of the stock might serve as a bargain-hunter’s dream, but that only serves as a short-lived thrill. And the loss of a shopping opportunity pales in comparison to the people who are out of a job and, in some cases, the loss of a major contributor to the community.

We also have to admit there is a certain sentimentality involved. When the closure is of a major name that’s been a feature of the American consumer landscape for decades, it’s far sadder. Such is the case with the loss of Circuit City–maybe not the hottest shopping spot for us girls more into fashion than tech, but still one of our favorite places to pick up movies, music, and little electronic gifts for our friends. The announcement that Circuit City will shutter all of their stores and liquidate their entire stock shouldn’t come as that much of a surprise to anyone who has been following the news. The retailer filed Chapter 11 back in November, and any company would be hard-pressed to find a buyer with the economy the way it is at the moment. But still, it is a sad day, and a sign of just how hard the current recession is hitting retailers. This is one of the largest retailer bankruptcies in recent months, and we can only hope that there aren’t more to follow.

You know what occurred to me after having a fine lunch with an old friend today? Everyone who wants to be a rich girl needs to know all about martinis. Fortunately for me, you don’t have to be rich to drink a martini. You can even make your own—which is precisely why I’m able to drink them non-stop. Ha ha! Kidding, just kidding.

So, what do beginners need to know about martinis? For starters, this fine beverage is made with gin and dry vermouth (pronounced “ver-mooth”). Gin is a type of liquor flavored with juniper berries, and vermouth is a fortified wine flavored with herbs. Moving right along, a real martini is never truly complete unless garnished with an olive. In some cases, a sliver of lemon peel will do. However, if you want to look like a pro—and we rich-girl wannabes sure do—go with the olive.

For a classic martini, you want to mix four ounces of gin with half an ounce of dry vermouth. Some prefer to go lighter on the vermouth, however, which is perfectly fine. In this case, rather than a four-to-one mix (meaning four parts gin, one part vermouth), go for a five or six-to-one mix. If you want to look like you know all about martinis, don’t mix this drink in a shaker. Serve it straight up (without ice), and by all means, chill that cocktail glass. Please note that at a party, my best friend once tried to serve a martini in a wine glass—unless looking dumb is your thing, avoid such faux pas at all costs. And about the olive—simply slip it into the drink as the last step. If your guests want a “dirty martini,” add a little olive juice to the drink before placing the olive in—this relaxes the taste of the fine drink you just mixed.

Now, more on the glassware. Hopefully we all understand that a martini requires a certain type of glass! If you didn’t know that, well, water under the bridge…but by all means, keep reading and stay focused. A cocktail glass (otherwise known as a martini glass or stem cocktail glass) looks sort of like a wine glass, except rather than a round bowl, it is cone shaped. In addition, whereas wine glasses have a narrow rim, cocktail glasses flare outward. So in laymen’s terms, martini glasses kind of look like an upside down triangle. See examples at a fine online store and just all around fun website to browse–MartiniWare.com. Here, you can truly get a taste of all of the thought and preparation that go into making and serving martinis.

Hopefully you will have some very fun uses for this informative post! When you mix your first martini, be sure to let me know how it goes!

A lot of people still think of overweight and under-socialized boys when they hear the phrase “video games.” However, times have changed, and gaming is now the new black. In particular, the Nintendo DS system has been designed to appeal to the common man and — more important to us — woman. This stylish little device comes in a variety of different colors for you to choose from. Match it to your favorite accessories! The sleek case will easily fit in your purse, making it the perfect way to kill some time while riding in the car or the next time you have to wait in line somewhere.

Just in time for the holidays, Nintendo has released a special DS bundle that even the most discerning stylistas are certain to approve of. The set includes a DS unit with a unique ice-blue shell — a perfect fit for the cool pastels that are a hit this season. Also included is a stylish carrying case in a matching shade of blue. Every rich bitch loves to coordinate! The set features one of our favorite games for the Nintendo DS, Brain Age. This hit is designed for casual play and features a wide range of puzzles that are designed to help you put your thinking cap on and focus. It might sound silly, but we’ve found this little game to be a lot of fun. If you’ve ever had the itch to get your game on, check out this limited edition set!

Hi All! As you can see from my posts, I have been spending a LOT of time shopping. As you can imagine, this has left me unable to tend to the less important things in life. Anyone need gift ideas? If so, I have them for you!
For your special guy, be him father, husband, or boyfriend(s), consider these gifts in the $500 range:

1) A Bulova watch

2) A top-of-the line digital camera

3) Tickets to an upcoming NFL game

4) A high-end flatscreen TV

5) An iphone

For your sassy friends, moms, sisters, or selves(!), consider these gifts in the $500 range:

1) A Prada or Gucci handbag

2) A Swiss watch by Wittnauer Krystal

3) A white gold necklace with fancy beadwork from Zales

4) A black and white onyx necklace with white gold chain

5) An exquisite wine gift basket

Looking for a pair of boots that will make you look New York City “street smart” chic? DKNYC thinks their “Erlinda” Boot is will do just that. They describe the design and detailing as “part rock and roll, part couture.”

The DKNYC “Erlinda” Boot features a features a 3.5 inch heel. The shape at the knee is slightly higher in the front than in the back. The boot has buckled straps around the ankle and upper shin region.

Will look great with a pair of nicely fitted designer jeans.

You can buy a pair of the DKNYC “Erlinda” Boot via Amazon for prices ranging from $254.95 – $275.00.

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Britney Spears is probably not what she used to be; but then again, she’s almost twenty-seven years old now, not seventeen. She’s a divorcee and a mother of two. She’ll never again be what she used to be; but give her some credit because she deserves it. After all, while going through a much publicized mental breakdown she still managed to produce an album.

“Blackout” is Britney Spears’ 5th studio album. It was released worldwide on October 30, 2007 and finished 2007 in position #32 of copies of the album shipped worldwide. The album was #50 on Rolling Stone magazine’s publication of the Top 50 albums of 2007. Blackout contains the hits “Piece of Me”, “Gimme More”, and “Break the Ice”. The album went platinum in Australia.

Britney Spears will never win an award for being the world’s most talented singer. Her music won’t give you goosebumps, but if you’re looking for some good dance tunes to help you burn a few calories while working out, Blackout definitely rates up there as one of your best choices.

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Shopping around for some red sandals? How about these Christian Louboutin Maezep platform sandals?

The Christian Louboutin Maezep platform sandals feature leather upper, crisscross over peep toe, and wrap around straps that buckle at the ankle.

The heels are 4 1/2″ with a 1″ platform, so you’ll need to have the skill for walking effortlessly in 4-inch heels.

The sandals have the Louboutin signature red sole and retail for $760; but you can purchase a pair through Amazon for $550, saving yourself $210.
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