Steal That Style!: Olivia Palermo
Welcome to the first installment of a new series I'm trying out: Steal That Style!, where I feature a celebrity's recent outfit and break it down into the Steal-able (that is, similar pieces that are affordable) and the DIY-able. Let me know what you guys think - I'd...
DIY Links of the Week: 6.13 – 6.19.11
I had so much material and great sites bookmarked from last week, last Links of the Week was threatening to become a gigantic 2-chapter installment. So I split it up so I could include many more wonderful DIYs and extraordinary ideas this week! Img src Flowers made...
Announcement: I’m Going to Japan!
Img source Yup, my family and I leave for Tokyo today - and we'll be there an entire month. However, I'll be taking my laptop with me this time, so I'll still be blogging from the other side of the world. I'm looking forward to a month of tons of walking and...
Current Obsession: DIY Minx Manicure with Nail Rocks Nail Wraps
How many of us have been drooling over the chic-ness of the metallic Minx manicure since it debuted a few years back? Being someone who loves metals, I've been dying to get my hands on one - well, get one on my hands, really - for ages. But the $40+ pricetag (for a...
Shabby Apple Choose-Your-Dress Giveaway!
I am so excited to announce that Shabby Apple is partnering with Chic Steals to give away one of their lovely dress to one lucky winner! I've been a great admirer of all of Shabby Apple's clothing for a long time - especially their beautiful dresses, which truly need...
Featured on Vivat Veritas!
I've been a huge fan of the blog Vivat Veritas for a long time. Based in Tokyo, blogger Chie is not only incredibly stylish (and nice!), but is also a full-time designer. She runs an Etsy shop filled with her affordable and beautiful dresses - that she designs and...
DIY Links of the Week 5.23 – 6.12.11
Again, schoolwork and life has just body-slammed me into submission the last couple weeks, so this latest LOTW is again combining 3 weeks into one. Image source Who's with me, right??! You guys have been great with sending me your projects and tutorials, so I've been...
6.10.11 Outfit: DIY Jil Sander Maxiskirt AKA the Day-Glo Orange Column
Hair: Priscilla Midi Bun w/ 2 orange bobby pins Fitted Tee: Old Navy Watch: Swarovski Nails: DIY Minx-style manicure Jil Sander-style Maxi-skirt: handmade by me Pointy Flats: Steve Madden A wild neon skirt like this calls for simplicity in the details!I wore this to...
Essential Summer Acessories from Mango
1. Color T4 Belt ($39.90) / 2. Cast4 Shoe ($59.99) 3. Fletcha Ring ($29.90) / 4. LLuna Necklace ($44.90) / 5. Fox Bracelet ($34.90) 6. Foulard Topping Scarf ($34.90) / 7. Cuba Sunglases ($34.90) 8. Barbados Sunglasses ($34.90) / 9. Pablot Bracelet ($29.90) /...
Announcing: the Dove Go Sleeveless Deodorant Winners
Thanks so much to everyone who entered my Dove Go Sleeveless Deodorant Giveaway! The winners are: #8: Jordan Bandersnatch #10: Katherine (prettykeenkate) #13: Nicole at Mommy Moxsie Please email me (carlyjcais AT chic-steals DOT com) your full name + shipping address...