What: Intermix
Why: Because I like to pretend that “up to 70% off” means something other than “fugly shit no one wants up to 70% off.”
When: Today through Thursday, 9a.m. to 8p.m.
Where: 110 W. 19th (between 6th and 7th Ave). Thankfully it’s near Loehmann’s.

Cardigans are like, so hot for fall, particularly those of the lengthier, torso-skimming ilk. This Girls Short-Sleeve Knit Cardigan, $19.50, hits the mark, bigtime. Provided you can fit your boobs into it, as it’s not originally intended for anything beyond training bras.

This Girls Long Prepster Cardigan, also $19.50, affirms that Gossip Girl has reached America’s youth (barf). It’s adorable AND not nearly as costly as Serena’s uniform. Yaay!

I believe the cardies I tried were Girls XL so if you’re a B/C cup, do that. A/B cups can go L; C/D’s can go XXL. And don’t freak about the big sizes. Remember, this shit is for ten-year-olds. Now it’s for Cheap JAPs too!

I used a green, detachable purse strap from Mom’s Gucci clutch as a belt, and topped the outfit off with my fave black pumps. Then I proceeded to dance around my apartment in the ensemble for forty-five minutes or so. I took some ridiculous pics in diva mode just for kicks.

Okay, so why am I posting this barrage of photos (aside from my being despicably vain and image-obsessed, obvs)? Because fashion - dressing up - is supposed to be fun. Even if you’ve got nowhere to go - if I didn’t play with my clothes, I wouldn’t have realized that a purse strap can double as an accessory!

I guess my point is this: You don’t always need events, booze or people to entertain yourself. Sometimes, all it takes is a camera and a closet to make your own party.

Thank you!
Jennie

Subject: Re: I need these boots
jennie, dollface - i feel your pain. let’s not pretend that you wouldn’t have dropped $500 you don’t have on those gorgeous joie boots if only shopbop hadn’t been sold out of your size - they’re effing gorgeous, and if i was a shoe gal, resistance might have been futile. alas, any $500 item - be it a boot, bag or otherwise - is a serious splurge and as such, requires some thought. if you splurge on impulse, you’ll not only be out $500, but also resent the goddamn things for hindering your ability to pay your rent. a splurge should be enjoyed! if boots are your thang, start saving some moolah now and do some research. some ideas to get you started:

Chinese Laundry Turbo Suede Wedge Boot, $99.95 - $109. STEVEN by Steve Madden Reins Boot, $259.95.

Elie Tahari Acorn Suede Juliana Flat Boot, $357 (originally $595). Frye Jane Cuff Boot, $348.
i know your over-the-moon for the joie over-the-knees (ooh i’m so clevaah), but jpegs can’t tell you whether or not you’ll be able to walk in those boots. ya gotta try ‘em on.

cheers to the hunt - keep me posted!
mwah!
Cheap JAP

Suspender Skirt, Era of Chaos; Shirt, Theory; Boots, Mommy’s Closet.

Shirt Minidress, n-e-a-t; Tights, Scoop; Boots, Steve Madden.

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I stopped by this new-ish thrift store a few days ago and was uber-impressed. MWMB’s selection isn’t as varied as Beacon’s, but their offerings are handpicked by owner Suzette Sundae who, at age seventeen - in lieu of shopping with her parents’ moolah like most of us brats - opened her first vintage shop. She’s got an appreciation for thrift sans attitude, and keeps her prices low so we can enjoy it too.

Now, I’m well aware that these shorts are kind of nuts. They’re not overly flattering and potentially beg the question, “Um, why?” But the high-waist and side buckles make them unlike anything I own, so I figured I’d give them a whirl.

When I need an honest opinion on a risky piece of clothing, I rely on strangers, not friends. By strangers, I mean girls who work in retail. I wore these shorts on my jaunt to LFS, and was approached by two fabulously dressed employees re: their origin. “Those are so. freaking. cool.” “Where can I get a pair?”, etc.

Say what you will about them: To me, they’ve passed their litmus test.

The peach, batwing top was $23.50, reduced from $58. Not buying this top in every single color took all the self-control I could muster; I’m already living in it. (For serious - I’m wearing it right now).

Alas, tops were not what I came for. I came for trendy, unique finds. Per esempio: These Canvas Western Wide Leg Slouch Boots by 80%20, ($105 online). LF initially had them marked up to $125 (jerks); I got them for a whopping $50. I can’t even conceive of a cooler pair of casual boots to wear with skinny jeans or tights.

More finds to follow. I heart Shopping.

Firstly, the band-around-the-head as opposed to the more traditional band-behind-the-ears isn’t an easy thing to pull off. I can’t wear one without feeling like a hipster-poser and/or a flapper-wannabe; if you can, more power to ya. But if you’re even considering dropping $145 on one of these ban.do headbands, get off my site and get thee to a craft store. Fake flowers, feathers and a hot glue gun should do the trick.

“Just so you know, everything in the store is 60% off.”
EVERYTHING????!!!!
“Everything. Shoes, accessories, clothing, the works.”

I poked around, found myself overwhelmed by awesomeness, and knew I needed more time than the 15 minutes I had to spare on my way to work yesterday. So I’m going back today. And I’m so. effing. psyched.

[FYI - the LFstores’ Boerum Hill location isn’t listed online. Take the F train to Bergen and Smith, walk up to Court, and take a left; I don’t know the exact cross street, but it’s three or four blocks in that direction. Go ASAP. But not before I get there ;)]