Unblogged

It's been tough getting good photos between the cold and the rainy weather, so enjoy some more bathroom unblogged pics (don't you love the almost exact same post in every pic?)

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Christmas came early

Christmas came early, or you'd think it did with all the new stuff I'm sporting! First and foremost, how do you like my new specs? I've been dying for a new pair of glasses for ages and I am absolutely head over heels in love with this pair of Ray-Bans I got from LensCrafters. Having glasses you want to wear makes all the difference (oh, and seeing better too, that's always good).

Another new addition is this cozy grey sweater I picked up at Syms - everything is on super sale there now since they're going out of business. If you have one by you I highly recommend you check it out! This sweater is a similar shape to this one, where the waterfall is short on top. To make it less bulky and define my shape, I took the top corners of the waterfall and pinned them behind my back, and topped it with an elastic belt to really get the job done. Layered over this knit dress and patterned tights, this outfit was warm and comfy as can be :)

Last, but most certainly not least, the new boots I've been waiting for from Evans! I am so in love with these boots - they're so versatile. They can be dressed down for an outfit like this one, or, as I wore them for this weekend out for dinner and drinks, with a bodycon skirt and a blazer. I know I'll find a million more ways to wear them soon enough. If you're interested, they're on sale at Evans! Seriously, if the price is right, I'm going to buy a back up pair!

Dress: Forever21+
Cardigan: Syms
Tights: Hue via Amazon
Boots: Evans
Belt: Handmade
Necklace and rings: Nordstrom Rack
Glasses: Ray-Ban

You're an animal tonight

Oh, sunshine. Between shorter days and lots of rain, it's a rare sight these days (and getting rarer).

So, I decided to keep my Evans booties after all. They're cute no? They are a bit roomy but with a pair of thick socks they fit well enough, and I love them with skinnies - these skinnies in particular, the Zip Me Skinny Jean from City Chic. On sale and with a credit I snagged these babies for just over a dollar! They fit so well through the leg and butt, but of course are roomy in the waist - it's my usual problem with all this junk in my trunk. I had to hold 'em up with a belt this time, but they'll be making their way down to my sewing room for a quick darting soon enough. But if you're straight through the waist and hips I can't recommend these jeans enough! They're super stretchy and comfortable, and I just love the rich, dark wash.

Oh, and do you like my new bag?? Finally, a purse big enough to hold all the crap I lug around. I scored it off ideeli; the price was so good that I just had to get the black version for my sister for Christmas as well! I just might have to borrow it - that's allowed right?

Sweater, button down: Old Navy
Skinnies: City Chic
Booties: Evans
Necklace: H&M
Coat: New York & Co. outlet
Bag: ideeli

Gobble, gobble

Here it is, the required Thanksgiving outfit post! Lets be honest here, the quality of these pictures is absolute crap, but I hardly care. This is dress is stripey, vibrant perfection!! This is hands down the best purchase I've ever made from eShakti, and also one of my favorite purchases, period. Not only because of the gorgeous stripe, but because of the quality; it's very clearly well made. The fabric is a thick, luxurious cotton with minimal stretch. The stripes are individual strips of fabric sewn together, and the pleating at the waist is meticulous and oh so perfect. A pain to iron, but once you do, they create the most charming puff in the skirt.

Besides all of that, the fit is spot on. The neckline is cut high enough to keep the girls in check even with the V neck, there's no gaping at the arm holes, and it nips in perfectly at the waist. I never do custom sizing for eShakti, I just select the best standard size for my measurements and add my height and bra size :) If you're dying for some stripey goodness of your own, the green and blue version of this beauty is still available. Use my discount code FFF0811 for $20 off your order!

Cardigan: Syms
Dress: eShakti
Belt: Misc
Tights: Hue
Wedges: Bandolino
Necklace: Gifted

Menswear Monday

Happy Cyber Monday, everyone! Are you filling your digital shopping carts with discounted goodies? I'll be busy scouring the web today for the best deals around, so I thought it'd be the perfect chance to start what I hope will be a regular feature here on Fatale Fashion - Menswear Monday! I'll hand over the reins to Peter, resident menswear expert and boyfriend extraordinaire :)

Few will agree that the multi-pack underwear from the bargain bin at K-Mart is an acceptable (and comfortable) option for the fashionable man. Given the state of most men's underwear drawers these days, your average guy may need a little tuning up in the underwear department - or in the case of the dreaded tightey whitey, a complete and utter make-over.

Christmas is around the corner, and whether your man is a cranky old-fart or a spring chicken on a sexual mission, jac5 probably has something for him: jac5's Loyal line feature the cornerstones of gentlemens' undergarments, minimalistic and unapologetic- the type of stuff he should wear to his interview at the firm. Their Supersmart line is for the man who wants to break free from the cubicle rigidity of life, for those nights when he'll inevitably gets pantsed by his buddies at the bar (can't have him getting laughed at, can you?). For the eccentric and gregarious lover, the Barking Mad line is everything a playboy wants to be. Featuring bold colors and prints, this line is for the man who wants to be noticed when he drops his drawers, or for the woman what wants to notice what he's got under them. 

Peter, writer and lover of menswear, considers himself a connoisseur of the finer things in life - rich mahogany, leather bound books, selvedge denim, and the holy of holies - the perfect, slim cut suit.

Unblogged

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Unfortunately I am here in the office (time and a half anyone?), so I thought I'd pop in and give you this week's unblogged post.  The weather this week has been such crap, I haven't even attempted a full ootd shoot! Anywho, here goes!

As you can see, I couldn't resist my gray ASOS Curve jersey dress again - it's just so versatile! And I'm completely obsessed with the new tie sweater I paired it with, it's Ellen Tracy and I got it for an absolute steal at Burlington Coat Factory. I threw on my burgundy We Love Colors tights for the perfect pop of color!

This last photo is from Saturday night out in Hoboken with my girls. I finally found an occasion to rock my sequined blazer from Re/Dress that I got for - wait for it - $19.99!

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I hope you all have a great holiday! I'm thankful for family, friends, my wonderful boyfriend, and my amazing readers, among many things! How about you?

The need for tweed

Lately, I've felt the need for tweed. It started with a tweed-loving boyfriend and a fabulous thrifted blazer. Then, this amazing skirt I spotted on eloquii. That gem is a bit too pricey for my wallet at the moment, so imagine my excitement when I saw this mossy beauty on the rack at my local Syms for a mere $34.99! And in my size! It was fate, I'm sure of it. Green's my color after all, and the pretty gold flecks (which are hard to see here) pair so perfectly with a gold belt and accessories :)

Cardigan, skirt & watch: Syms
Top & belt: Old Navy
Tights: Misc.
Wedges: Bandolino
Necklaces: Vintage
Bracelets: Brooklyn Flea