<?xml version="1.0" encoding="ISO-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>Fashion Trends, Beauty Product Reviews and Style Advice</title><description>Skinnypurse.com is a leading fashion  blog highlighting the lastest fashion trends, must-have beauty products, product reviews and offers style advice for your events and adventures.</description><link>http://www.skinnypurse.com</link><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright 2009</copyright><atom:link href="http://www.skinnypurse.com/xml.asp" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/ali-fedotowsky-loves-her-romygold.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[Ali Fedotowsky Loves Her ROMYGOLD]]></title><description><![CDATA[<center><a href="http://www.romygold.com/" target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_aliromy.jpg"
alt="Ali Fedotowsky with the ROMYGOLD Stud Slouch Hobo"
border="0"></a></center><p>

Someone loves her ROMYGOLD! The Bachelorette Ali Fedotowsky has been seen multiple times sporting her white ROMYGOLD Stud Slouch Hobo. A fun, casual bag she wore while hanging out all over LA.<p> 

Love it too?  You can get your own <a href="/item.asp?bid=152" target="_blank">here</a>.<p>

Photos StarTraks, Splash News and Fame Pictures.]]></description></item><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/shopbop-refinery29-shopping-extravaganza.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[Shopbop & Refinery29 Shopping Extravaganza]]></title><description><![CDATA[<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=2"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_boprefinery.jpg"
alt="Shopbop Refinery29 Shopping Spree Contest"
border="0"></a></center><p>

Two of our favorite sites, <a href="/item.asp?bid=2" target="_blank">Shopbop.com</a> and Refinery29 are teaming up to bring you a fabulous shopping contest!  Enter for your chance to win a <b>$5000 shopping spree, plus your own personal stylist from Refinery29</b>. Just in time to get your Fall wardrobe together!<p>]]></description></item><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/a-better-way-to-shop-for-a-handbag.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[A Better Way To Shop For A Handbag?]]></title><description><![CDATA[When shopping online for a handbag, it's often hard to tell the quality of the bag - is the leather supple or stiff?  What tone of metal is the hardware?  Well, one of our favorite online handbag sites, Stefani Bags, has just launched <a href="/item.asp?bid=150" target="_blank">stefaniBagsTV</a>, which features handbag and product reveals.  Like the shop girl at your local boutique, the presenter on StefaniBagsTV describes the bags and gives you a visual tour of each detail - from stitching to zippers to pockets.<p>

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Check out their most recent reveal of the <a href="/item.asp?bid=151" target="_blank">Botkier Hugh Satchel in Espresso</a> ($525). Watching this reveal resulted in me putting this bag on my handbag wish list!  I love the versatility of it being worn as a satchel or larger tote bag!]]></description></item><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/robin-tara-custom-tango-shoe-fall-style-giveaway.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[Robin Tara Custom Tango Shoe Fall Style Giveaway]]></title><description><![CDATA[<b>From our friends at <a
href="http://www.thefind.com" target="_blank">The Find</a>:</b><p>

<center><a
href="http://blog.thefind.com/2010/08/robin-tara-custom-tango-shoe-fall-style-giveaway-3/"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_thefind_083110.jpg"
alt=""
border="0"></a></center><p>
 
Robin Tara blames the Tango. After a career in graphic design and corporate video production, she left all reason behind and journeyed off to Buenos Aires. After an evening of aching feet she vowed to design a better dance shoe. <a href="http://bit.ly/bpmWPN" target="_blank">Robin Tara shoes</a> now dance around the world! Tango is chicer than ever!  
According to the September issue of American <em>Vogue</em> (p. 536.), Lancome girls Arlenis Sosa and Elettra Wiedemann will be offering tango lessons on Rodeo Drive for Fashion's Night Out. Thus a pair of tango shoes will be essential to your wardrobe this fall!<p>

As fashionable as ever, these tango shoes are designed by Robin who is dedicated to giving all women what they want. Robin Tara has just made an agreement with her Argentine shoe factory to work with individual, customized ordering of street shoes. From a choice of hundreds of leathers, plus styles, heel heights and adornments, Tara clients can now design their own shoes for a special occasion or just a dependable pair for the office. Tara Shoes also scours the markets, artist and design studios of Buenos Aires to select unusual accessories and jewelry that are featured on the Tara Treasures page of the <a href="http://bit.ly/bpmWPN" target="_blank">website</a>. Tara continues to create new designs and works constantly to assure that Tara Shoes are the perfect blend of comfort and style.<p>

Our friends at Robin Tara Shoes are giving away a custom pair of custom designed shoes valued between $250 - $350. One pair of custom Robin Tara Tango Shoes will go to one lucky winner in our Custom Tango Shoe Fall Giveaway.<p>

Go to TheFind blog to <a
href="http://blog.thefind.com/2010/08/robin-tara-custom-tango-shoe-fall-style-giveaway/" 
target="_blank">enter here</a>]]></description></item><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/winner-hana-professional-flat-iron-giveaway.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[Winner! HANA Professional Flat Iron Giveaway]]></title><description><![CDATA[<center><a
href="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/giveaway-win-a-hana-professional-flat-iron.asp"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_winner_hana.jpg"
alt="GIVEAWAY! HANA Professional Flat Iron"
border="0"></a></center><p>

Congratulations <b>Dani</b>! You've won a <a
href="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/giveaway-win-a-hana-professional-flat-iron.asp">HANA Professional Flat Iron</a> from Misikko! Thank you for
entering!<p>

<center>Here was Dani's comment:</center><br>

<center><img
src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_winnerhana.jpg" alt="HANA Professional Flat Iron Giveaway Winner"
border="0"></a></center><p>

You will receive an email with info on how to get your prize.<p>

Thanks to everyone else who entered comments, tweeted, linked and
subscribed for this giveaway. Check back for more giveaways on
Skinnypurse!]]></description></item><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/fall-jackets-three-essential-shapes.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[Fall Jackets: Three Essential Shapes]]></title><description><![CDATA[<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=141"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_fallcoats.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

Welcome the Fall season is with a fabulous new coat.  Whatever your style is, there are tons of options for bundling up when the weather gets chilly.  We're loving these three silhouettes: <i>Boxy, Collarless and Cropped</i>.<p>  

<center><b>Boxy</b></center><p>

<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=141"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_jackets_boxy.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

<center><a href="/item.asp?bid=141" target="_top">Diane von Furstenberg Bubby Patch Jacket</a>, $695</center><p>

<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=142"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_jackets_boxy_2.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

<center><a href="/item.asp?bid=142" target="_blank">Etoile Isabel Marant Bouclé-Tweed Wool-Blend Coat</a>, $455</center><p>

<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=143"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_jackets_boxy_3.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

<center><a href="/item.asp?bid=143"> Marc by Marc Jacobs Grace Boucle Coat</a>, $598</center><p>

<center><b>Cropped</b></a></center><p>

<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=144"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_jackets_cropped.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

<center><a href="/item.asp?bid=144" target="_top">Diane von Furstenberg Alphie Leather Jacket</a>, $695</center><p>

<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=145"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_jackets_cropped_2.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

<center><a href="/item.asp?bid=145" target="_blank">Carin Wester Melody Jacket</a>, $300</center><p>

<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=146"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_jackets_cropped_3.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

<center><a href="/item.asp?bid=146" target="_blank">ASOS Brocade Detail Leather Jacket</a>, $202.20<p>

<center><b>Collarless</b></center><p> 

<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=147"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_jackets_collarless.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

<center><a href="/item.asp?bid=147" target="_blank">Tibi Sophie Coat with Leather Belt</a>, $585</center><p>

<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=148"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_jackets_collarless_2.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

<center><a href="/item.asp?bid=148" target="_blank">MM6 Maison Martin Margiela Zip Front Jacket</a>, $625</center><p>

<center><a
href="/item.asp?bid=149"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_jackets_collarless_3.jpg"
alt="Fall 2010 Outerwear/Jacket Trends"
border="0"></a></center><p>

<center><a href="/item.asp?bid=149" target="_blank">tba Collarless Coat</a>, $300</center>]]></description></item><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/ifb-evolving-influence-conference-nyfw.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[IFB Evolving Influence Conference NYFW]]></title><description><![CDATA[<center><a
href="http://heartifb.com/2010/08/20/evolving-influence/"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_evolvinginflu.jpg"
alt="IFB Evolving Influence"
border="0"></a></center><p>

Join some of the most influential fashion bloggers this September during Fashion Week at the Evolving Influence Conference hosted by IFB.  A day of seminars will include talks from fashion insiders like The Cut, Style Bubble, Bryanboy, Cupcakes & Cashmere, Gala Darling and more.<p>

<b>Date:</b> September 9, 2010<br>
<b>Time:</b> Conference 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.<br>
<b>Place:</b> Good Units, Hudson Hotel<br> 
356 W 58th St, @9th Ave NYC<p>

More info and how to register <a href="http://heartifb.com/2010/08/20/evolving-influence/" target="_blank">here</a>.]]></description></item><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/end-of-summer-sales.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[End of Summer Sales]]></title><description><![CDATA[From our friends at
<b><a
href="http://collegecandy.com/2010/08/24/8-under-20-bring-on-the-end-of-summer-sales/"
target="_blank">College Candy</a>:</b><p>

Although the end of summer means the end of <a href="http://collegecandy.com/2010/06/04/the-cc-weekly-weigh-in-yay-for-summer/" target="_blank">many good things in life</a> (i.e. slip n' slides, lemonade stands, dunk tanks, debating the possibility of frying an egg on your driveway...), the end of summer also means the beginning of something brand new.  Something fresh and exciting.  Something every style-hungry college girl craves out there...<p>

<b><i>End-of-summer sale racks.</b></i><p> 

Overflowing with those highly coveted <a href="http://collegecandy.com/2010/07/23/budget-stylista-summer-style-goes-on-sale/" target="_blank">summer items</a>, now super duper cheap, they are a fashionista's dream come true. And just in <a href="http://collegecandy.com/2009/09/07/weekly-ten-the-jobs-that-deserve-this-labor-day/" target="_blank">time for Labor Day!</a> Can you handle it?? I barely can.  In fact, I'm itching to toss this computer aside and haul ass to the mall, frizzy hair be damned.  Oh, but wait.  We have the sales right at here at our manicured fingertips. And it's all under $20? Who says dreams don’t come true?<p>

<center><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_cc_082610_1.jpg"
alt="End of Summer Sale!"
border="0"></a></center><p>

These shoes are the perfect transition piece to get you ready for fall fashion. I'm loving the gray suede and the detailed, strappy style. Especially the zipper on the back which makes for easy on (when you’re running late to class in the morning) and easy off (when you’re running into your bed with your honey).<p>

<center><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_cc_082610_2.jpg"
alt="End of Summer Sale!"
border="0"></a></center><p>

For some reason, I LOVE these. They are flirty and bright and remind me a little of my childhood.  However, if you’re a little nervous about they color, they also come in coal-gray and black. At only $11.50, this makes Forever 21's list of Fabulous Finds. And with a crisp, simple white tee and a pair of flippy floppies, I would have to agree.<p>

<center><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_cc_082610_3.jpg"
alt="End of Summer Sale!"
border="0"></a></center><p>

Anndddd <a href="http://collegecandy.com/2010/08/17/8-under-20-military/#more-69674" target="_blank">another adorbz romper</a>.  I'm starting my own collection in my closet and this one is quickly making its way to the top of the pile. (Yes, pile. Don't judge.)  The budding rose print and sweetheart neckline is so bubble gum sweet, and rompers are a great tool to begin creating layered fall outfits.  At $12.80, this Gwen Stefani inspired romper wishes to be mine.<p>

<b><a href="http://collegecandy.com/2010/08/24/8-under-20-bring-on-the-end-of-summer-sales/" target="_blank">Click here to see the rest of College Candy's picks from the End of Summer Sales!</a></b>]]></description></item><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/skinny-jeans-arent-just-for-skinny-days.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[Skinny Jeans Aren't Just For Skinny Days]]></title><description><![CDATA[<center><a
href="http://www.skinnyjeans.com/"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_helloskinnyjeans.jpg"
alt="Hello Skinny Jeans"
border="0"></a></center><p>

Your <i>skinny Jeans</i> no longer have to be saved for "Skinny Days". A new line of slenderizing jeans create a slimmer silhouette! Made from denim with a high nylon/elastane content, hello! Skinny Jeans help suck everything in while maintaining their shape all day. A variety of features give these jeans their fabulous fit including:<p>

- 'Memory' denim to keep them from sagging by the end of the day<br>
- Strategic seaming and paneling for an overall slimmer look<br>
- Special shading creates the illusion of a more slender silhouette<br>
- Strategic pocket placement to eliminate the look of "junk in the trunk"<p>

<center><a
href="http://www.skinnyjeans.com/"
target="_blank"><img src="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_helloskinnyjeans_2.jpg"
alt="Hello Skinny Jeans"
border="0"></a></center><p>
For more information on SkinnyJeans, visit <a href="http://www.skinnyjeans.com/html/about.html" target="_blank">Skinnyjeans.com</a>.<p>

<b>We are fans! (Plus, we love the name).  hello! Skinny Jeans are made in the USA, come in a variety of washes, and retail for about $180.  They can be purchased at <a href="/item.asp?bid=140" target="_blank">Boutique To You</a>.</b>]]></description></item><item><guid><![CDATA[http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/shoe-trend-heel-details.asp]]></guid><title><![CDATA[Shoe Trend: Heel Details]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recent post on <a href="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/celebs-want-killer-heels-by-ruthie-davis.asp">Ruthie Davis heels</a> made us notice the amazing details seen on the heels of shoes. Studs, chains, rhinestones and leather work - heel details are quickly becoming a main attraction in footwear.  Much like a dress with a plain front and look-at-me back, these shoes keep the attention even as you walk away!<p>

<center><TABLE WIDTH=415 BORDER=0 CELLPADDING=0 CELLSPACING=0>
	<TR>
		<TD ROWSPAN=2>
			<A HREF="/item.asp?bid=135" target="_blank">
				<IMG SRC="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_detailedheels_01.jpg" WIDTH=166 HEIGHT=270 BORDER=0 ALT="Badgley Mischka Fidel Pump"></A></TD>
		<TD>
			<A HREF="/item.asp?bid=136" target="_blank">
				<IMG SRC="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_detailedheels_02.jpg" WIDTH=249 HEIGHT=137 BORDER=0 ALT="Report Signature Remsen Open Toe Pumps"></A></TD>
	</TR>
	<TR>
		<TD>
			<A HREF="/item.asp?bid=137" target="_blank">
				<IMG SRC="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_detailedheels_03.jpg" WIDTH=249 HEIGHT=133 BORDER=0 ALT="Jessica Simpson Nellia"></A></TD>
	</TR>
	<TR>
		<TD>
			<A HREF="/item.asp?bid=139" target="_blank">
				<IMG SRC="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_detailedheels_04.jpg" WIDTH=166 HEIGHT=153 BORDER=0 ALT="Nina Ravine Pump"></A></TD>
		<TD>
			<A HREF="/item.asp?bid=138" target="_blank">
				<IMG SRC="http://www.skinnypurse.com/blog/img/blog_detailedheels_05.jpg" WIDTH=249 HEIGHT=153 BORDER=0 ALT="ROSEGOLD Miles Draped Suede Pumps"></A></TD>
	</TR>
</TABLE></center><p>

1) <a href="/item.asp?bid=135" target="_blank">Badgley Mischka Fidel Pump</a>, $225. Perfect for a dressy evening, stunning rhinestone flower vines wind up the heel.<p>

2) <a href="/item.asp?bid=136" target="_blank">Report Signature Remsen Open Toe Pumps</a>, $225.  Seductive black leather lace-up black heels make a vixen out of anyone!<p>

3) <a href="/item.asp?bid=137" target="_blank">Jessica Simpson Nellia</a>, $89.99.  Neutral leather lace-ups reveal a darker leather heel for a casual two-tone look.<p>

4) <a href="/item.asp?bid=138" target="_blank">ROSEGOLD Miles Draped Suede Pumps</a>, $158. Fabulous because they are blue suede, and because of the detailed leatherwork up the back heel.<p>

5) <a href="/item.asp?bid=139" target="_blank">Nina Ravine Pump</a>, $99. The satin upper and girlie bow detail make these another fun evening option.<p>

What do you think of this trend?]]></description></item></channel></rss>