Sucker = Me. Damn.
APC is evil. But wonderful. Their marketing is brilliant. The clothing is simple but styled really well. It is a bit expensive, but the stock is very limited, so the demand is high. And I am a sad little sucker for their oh-so-lovely Summer 2007 collection. It s like the siren s song to me, and I ve been making googly eyes at the little tunic dress, the short sleeved balloon shirt, and all the skirts. *Peers into empty piggy bank* The line is masterminded by Jean Touitou, who previously also designed for Kenzo and Agnes B. It s easy to see a similar design thread running through all three lines, although APC wins out on price. The same youthful basic-chic-cool appeal. Simplicity with an understated but thoughtful twist. Intriguing interview from Index Magazine. As great as their stuff is, I almost choked when I saw the price tag for their wedges. $439. Blame the euro. Sherry
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Doing Uniforms Right
Having taken my first stab at sewing my own clothing, I have come to a real appreciation for the people who toil away for hours at the variety of ready-made clothing we consumers have available to us. Cutting, assembling, measuring, and stitching each piece carefully and with the extra loving touch of TLC is no small feat, especially for a novice such as myself. That is why I was immensely impressed when I came across the intricate designs by Uniform Studio. Creating clothing for infants, children, and adults, each piece is simultaneously simple and intricate, as well as classic and modern in its design. The tremendous work that must have gone into putting in such fine details (check out the surprisingly enticing blister-like bubbles) is undoubtedly impressive in its own right, but more noteworthy is the fact that each piece looks effortless to create. With mottos like Emphasis is on manipulation of fabric, rather than embellishment , Uniform Studio has quickly won ...
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Free Shipping Offers For Cyber Monday
Many people know about Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving when many stores have big sales. But there is a more recent, complimentary holiday for online merchants, Cyber Monday, which is one week from today. One of the many great deals that on offer from some merchants is free shipping. Since shipping costs are sometimes one of the primary obstacles to great savings online, this is a unique opportunity to save a bundle. JCPenny is offering free shipping on purchases of $49 dollars or more. J&R Electronics is offering free shipping on most of the items it's selling. RugsDirect is offering free shipping on purchases of $149 dollars or more. Zappos is offering free overnight shipping on clothing. ShoeMall offers free shipping for its shoes. For a complete guide to great deals on shipping during Cyber Monday and the holiday season, look for this guide in the Become.com Resource Center. Will
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