Dedicated Follower of Fashion

Bargain Hunter - Online Sample Sales

Kelsi Smith — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 20:08:14 -0800

Gilt Group has some amazing discounts that will all be over in the next few days so hop over there fast, many items sold out as I was browsing! The above boyfriend shorts by Helmut Lang are only $24. The coral dress and the jeans are Marc by Marc Jacobs and are $54 and $34 respectively and that beautiful blue dress by Alice + Olivia is a steal at $84

Gilt Group also has Gilt Fuse, where the bargains are even deeper.

This Gingham shirt by WeSC is only $13, the cigarette jeans by Genetic Denim are only $38 (they're usually around $200) and the black jeans are by Earnest Sewn and are only $38, but my favourite find is the Corpus plaid romper for only $28 - it was originally $187!

Gilt Group & Gilt Fuse are members only sites but we have some invites for you! Just click the links below!

Gilt Fuse: http://www.giltfuse.com/invite/kelsi

Gilt Group: http://www.gilt.com/invite/kelsi

Ideeli, another fabulous online sample sale site has some other fabulous bargains including this blazer and dress from Heartloom (top row) are $68 and $49 respectively. The amazing fringed dress is by Marc New York and going for $99 and the gorgeous toggle duffle coat is from Vertigo Paris and is $79 (it was $260!)

Again Ideeli is invite only but it's easy to join when you're invited! Just click the link below!

Join Ideeli: www.ideeli.com/invite/dedicatedfollower

Enjoy shopping!

By Kelsi Smith

Bargain Hunter - Post Christmas Sales from Topshop

It's a LOVELY Life — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 06:00:00 -0800

Topshop has marked down some wonderful picks for your post-Christmas shopping. Check out this bright yet classy plaid bag listed for $20 (down from $80). More select accessories and other lovely items, including cute coats and Kate Moss designer wear, have also made the sale. So get on over to Topshop now!

By Sarah Corley

Bargain Hunter - Post Christmas Sales

Kelsi Smith — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 12:03:28 -0800

Over the next few days taking you through the New Year Sarah and I will on the look out for the best sales to send your way!

These two immediately caught my attention Cara Lyndon jewelry is having a whopping 50% off sale, providing the savvy shopper with some serious bargains. Snap up vintage bobby pins for as low as $4!

Shrimpton Couture is having their first ever annual sale: 'Luxe For Less' with huge markdowns storewide. It's beautifully curated collection so don't miss this chance to grab some 'Luxe For Less'!

Dress pictured above: Shrimpton Couture: $225

By Kelsi Smith

Style Soundtrack: Winter Wonderland

Kelsi Smith — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:00:00 -0800

So it's chilly out and Christmas is almost upon us... let's forget the reality of it being cold outside, the runny nose, blue toes and short dark days and let us relish the magic of this time of year, with a magical outfit and the perfect song to match.

Dress: Timeless Vixen Vintage - $350, Hair Comb - Oh Faro - $39, Coat - Mod Cloth - $83.99, Vintage Purse - Quilln Aros - $15, Shoes - D&G via Zappos - $250

By Kelsi Smith

Prized - And the Winners of the Second Round Are...

Kelsi Smith — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:00:00 -0800

Day 9: Victoria's Secret Goodies

Winner: Comment #35 Lori L.

Day 10: Stylesmith Goodies

Winner: Tweeter @amt946

Day 11: LAFW Goodies

Winner: Comment #6 Michele Pineda

Day 12: Forever 21 Gift Card

Winner: Comment #22 Emma

Emails are on their way!

Happy Holidays!

Baby, It's COLD Outside...Bundle Up!

It's a LOVELY Life — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 08:00:00 -0800

For many of us, winter weather has been hitting especially hard during this past week. Whether you are already experiencing snow storms or expect them soon, do not leave the house without doing the following:

1. Find a stylish, warm coat.

Houndstooth Coat - $84.99 - Mod Cloth

2. Grab a colorful, scarf.

Yellow Knitted Scarf - $32 - Topshop

3. Cover your fingers with cute gloves.

Ruched Gloves - $34 - Urban Outfitters

4. Throw on a pretty hat.

Wool Cloche Hat - $42 - Liza Rietz

5. Wear your warmest boots.

Suede Tall Boots - $99 - Piper Lime

Continue braving the cold lovelies!

By Sarah Corley

Prized: 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Extravaganza Day 12: Forever 21

Kelsi Smith — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:14:59 -0800

It's the last day of our 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Extravaganza.... can we get a big "aw" please?!

We're giving away, for out last prize, a $10 Gift Certificate to everyone's favourite bargain fashion stop: Forever 21!

The best thing is this is an e-certificate making it the 'instant gratification' of giveaways! They make the perfect gift for those that are late in the gifting game - you can purchase yours here for your insta-gift.

To Enter:

Leave your name and email in the comments section.
For an additional entry tweet: "I want a Forever 21 Gift Card! http://dedicated.typepad.com @stylesmith"

Rules:

One entry per person, per method, per day
Open to worldwide contestants
Winners will be picked randomly
Competition closes 12/19/09 at Midnight

Good Luck... and remember you can still scroll down and enter to win LAFW, Stylesmith & Victoria Secret goodies all extended through the 19th!

One LBD for 365 days...

It's a LOVELY Life — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:48:12 -0800

One little black dress for 365 days. What a concept, right?

Having grown up attending schools with a uniform requirement, Sheena Matheiken knows all too well how boring uniforms can be, especially for fashionable, creative people. Even when given rules about how to dress though, these individuals always find a way to stand out in a sea of the same. Throughout her education, Sheena was continually intrigued by the individuality expressed through creative accessorizing. And it is this concept of basics paired with interesting details that defines her fashionable venture, The Uniform Project.

With seven identical dresses (one for each day), Sheena posts a new variation of her LBD look using primarily vintage, handmade, or hand-me-down garments and accessories. The dress, designed by Eliza Starbuck, has buttons going down one side and can be worn frontward or backward. Surprisingly, she has yet to look like an outfit repeater. Her creativity and fashion sense, along with clothing donations from designers all over the world, enables Sheena to give a new name to versatility!

Beyond the U.P.’s fun concept is a greater purpose: getting kids into school! Financial donations can be made to the Akanksha Foundation, an organization that provides uniforms and educational supplies to children living in low-income areas of India.

Great website, great cause!

What will Sheena wear next? If you have not been following this blog already, it will become a daily stop in no time!

By Sarah Corley

Prized: 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway Extravaganza Day 11: Los Angeles Fashion Week Goodies

Kelsi Smith — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 20:29:12 -0800

Day Eleven of Dedicated Follower of Fashions 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway! Is your enthusiasm waning? No! This is a good-un!

Today we're giving away some fantastic goodies all gathered from Los Angeles Fashion Weeks fabulous front row.

Including:

From Chelsea Rebelle: A headband and eyeshadow

From Ximena Valero: A nail polish, lip gloss and lip pencil

From Future Heretics: Music from the show.

To Enter:

Leave your name and email in the comments section.
For an additional entry tweet: "I want my freebies! http://dedicated.typepad.com @stylesmith"

Rules:

One entry per person, per method, per day
Open to worldwide contestants
Winners will be picked randomly
Competition closes 12/17/09 at Midnight

Good Luck... and remember you can still scroll down and enter to win Stylesmith & Victoria Secret goodies!

Prized: And the Winners Are....!

Kelsi Smith — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 21:44:20 -0800

Alright I know I said I'd announce them tomorrow but I got over excited and am announcing the winners tonight!

Here they are!

Day One: Earrings from the Jewelry Ninja!

Winner: Tweeter @janetfaye

Day Two: Soap from Savor!

Winner: Comment #60 from Aik.

Day Three: Earrings from Elpy

Winner: Tweeter @Hellcatvintage

Day Four: Goodies from Right as Rain

Winner: Comment #67 Evelyn.

Day Five: Jewelry Set from Ten Shillings and Sixpence

Winner: Comment #55 Sarah.

Day Six: Stylesmith Headband

Winner: Comment #37 Nuri.

Day Seven: Necklace from Super Very

Winner: Comment #6 The Sewphist

Day 8: Bangle from Anne Bocci Boutique

Winner: Tweeter @Irene_Araujo

Congrats! Please send your mailing address and choice of prize (if applicable) to kelsi@stylesmithonline.com

And remember you can still enter the last two giveaways posted with two more to come!