Your Mall Is Not A Flea Market

Every morning I turn on the Today Show and turn the volume waaaay up so I can hear about all the latest things happening while getting ready. Today while applying my Diorshow mascara I about poked myself in the eye when I heard Al Roker discussing haggling at retail stores, and they were not referring to pawn shops. I might be just slightly biased as a retail worker, but really!? Now I have already written Mr. Lauer and the rest of the gang in reference to this exact topic, but apparently my letter went unread. So let me share again my feelings on this subject. Like many I too have had to find ways to cut back in the last year, especially when I was unemployed from my retail job. A little Apparel Merchandising 101: Retail is the largest world wide industry and therefore employs the most people. Also, retail spending is one of the first areas people "cut back" during tough economic times leading to companies filing chapter 11 and making lay offs (which is what happened in my case). I have encountered these hagglers in real life who try things like, "So what kind of deal will you give me if I buy two pairs of these Theory pants?" my only response is this, "If you buy three I will throw in a goat for free." Unless you are buying a car this behavior is not acceptable. So go shopping and keep my sassy ass employed so I won't have to look like a fool again in line for unemployment with my Tory Burch bag!


If you wanna read this ridiculous article check it out here The Art of Haggling.

Look Twice As Good As The Bitch Next To You

Two of my best friends are coming to visit me this weekend which leaves me to ponder, "What the hell am I gonna wear!?" Now, while I love my friends and they are totally hot I don't want to look like the ugly step sister the wing man has to occupy. My obsession with the perfect outfit has caused me to take my credit card out of retirement (a frozen glass of water in the freezer--I kid you not). Luckily, you will all benefit from my very Becky Bloomwood afternoon of shopping. (If you do not know who Becky Bloomwood is than you seriously need to hit B&N immediately!)


As it's summer I feel the need to show off my freshly baked skin whenever possible which typically means that I must trade in my typical LBD uniform for a fresh LWD (that's little WHITE dress in case you are unfamiliar with the lingo around here). This summer I found the most perfect dress at Target by Tracy Feith. While I typically avoid ruffles for fear of resembling Shirley Temple, the exposed gold zipper on this little frock gives it a rock star edge. Plus how can you beat a a dress that only costs $44.99?! That's practically free!


Unless you are a total hick you've noticed that this summer has been all about the maxi. If you have yet to try them than you are missing out on the biggest "Do" of the year. There are tons of different styles and they are the most comfortable way to look chic this summer. I adore this tie dye one (yes hippies it's back, but please no hemp accessories). Pick this one up at your local Forever for under $25.00. Now that's really free!


I hope everyone has the same restraint as me while shopping (which is none). When in doubt just think of how you are stimulating the economy. Oh how Pres. Obama would be proud! Now, I must return my credit card to its resting place in the freezer.