Last year, I blogged about the supercute pieces in Nicole Miller’s collection which supported Indego Africa, a social enterprise that empowers and provides access to job skills and trade programs to African women. I randomly found myself on their site early this AM and saw a cute set of textured bangles that are now on sale for $20. Available in sets of three, each bangle is wrapped with African fabric in beautiful colors and patterns. [...]
It’s funny how life works. From the ages of 4 to 19, I spent the majority of my life wearing glasses. Then, I decided that I was over it. I was over being four-eyed. I was over having my glasses fog up when I went from the Chicago cold air into a warm building. And, I was over not being able to see when I opened my eyes in the morning. So, needless to say, [...]
I hate multiple sclerosis so naturally I love this tank ($30) from Kid Dangerous Grime Couture. The brand designed the shirt to support the Nancy Davis Foundation for Multiple Sclerosis and 100% of the proceeds will go to MS research. Don’t worry, guys…There’s a tee ($35) for you as well. I’m doing a 40-day spending fast with my church so I can’t buy this shirt for another six weeks, but trust me…I will be ordered as soon [...]
Before you read any further…I am Team Obama and this post mentions his campaign. Just wanted to get that out of the way. Over the weekend, I was reflecting on how many tees, hats, and other Obama memorabilia I acquired in 2008 and how I’d probably just recycle what I already have. A friend of mine suggested that I check out the “Runway to Win” section on the OFA site for some other pieces. Of [...]
I don’t have enough ballet flats in everyday colors. I have kelly green suede ones, burgundy ones with brass hardware, pointy gray leather ones, but none that I could honestly wear everyday with almost everything. So, when someone sent me a link to TOMS’ collection of ballet flats, I decided to take a look. Purchasing a pair of regular TOMS is on my summer to-do list, but maybe I should consider the flats as well. [...]
Last week, I spied the cutest and brightest hot pink bag on the floor of my co-worker’s office. Instantly smitten with the item, I made a note to later ask her about it. In true KB fashion though, I ended up forgetting about the bag until I stumbled across this tweet: Could it be? Did they have the scoop on my bag obsession? I clicked the link and VOILA…It was THE bag! It turns out [...]
I’ve always had a sweet spot for Rachel Roy. In fact, she’s my NYC socialite alter-ego. But, Ms. Roy is more than just a staple on the NYC social scene. She’s a mother, designer, businesswoman, and (my favorite) a philanthropist. She’s been involved with many causes, including OrphanAid and charity: water. And, she recently teamed up with Macy’s Heart of Haiti program. In September, she traveled to Haiti with Macy’s CEO Terry Lundgren and Martha [...]
Online shoppers, start your engines! Courtney Cox is curating a collection of cute women and girls’ items over on Rue La La to benefit the Epidermolysis Bullosa Medical Research Foundation. EB is a group of diseases characterized by blister formation after minor trauma to the skin. Cox’s curated boutique will be open until November 17th at 8p. The pieces vary from books to girls’ dresses to and even a couple of classic Chanel bags – [...]
FACT: One in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime. While October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this is something that we need to be talking about year-round. Avon is an avid supporter of organizations and programs that not only support breast cancer research but also those that work to prevent violence against women. As part of their efforts, they have created a special line of “Empowerment” products which donate 100% [...]
My friend, Jalaine, sent me a link to a new site that promises to be a bit dangerous for those of you with online shopping addictions. The site, Community Collection, is essentially like “Gilt Groupe for Good.” Individuals shop curated collections and 20% of each purchase benefits a charity selected by the respective designer. You can shop handbags from Claire Vivier, jewelry from Alexis Bittar, Alexander Wang sunglasses, or cozy sweaters from Cut25. There are [...]
