Helen Ficalora

These charming alphabet charms are made by the talented Helen Ficalora.

I know you might say....I SEE THESE EVERYWHERE....or those are so last season...


BUT, I think they are beautiful and timeless. I would love maybe a B for my middle initial or a G for my little pup.

She also has other charms that might strike your fancy:

There are also charitable options where a portion of the proceeds go to certain foundations...like:

Project Sunshine

Breast Cancer Ribbon

A ton of celeb's have been seen strutting around town in these jewels:

I also like her stuff because the designer seems to be pretty down to earth and i like her vibe as you can watch in this interview:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8YkI4preMY&feature=player_embedded


and she has rings too!

most of her jewelry comes in either rose, white or yellow gold...and maybe silver?

love love love

love,

abs

H&M

H&M has some awesome dresses right now.  My sweet friend Susanne:

has great style, always finds amazing deals and recently purchased this:

H&M

H&M

awesome, right? she got the blush color and it is REALLY pretty in person, but if you are looking for more of a fall color, the mustard is pretty hot too. AND the best part is that it is only $24.95!!!!

H&M

This is another sickie H&M dress that I spotted while browsing their online site...a little more pricey at $49.95, but still a steal!


Both dresses remind me of this dreamy DVF dress, that is $345.

DVF

*Different silhouettes but similar idea with the fabric and fluidity

Diana has it in this pretty berry color:

love,

abs

FLORIDA

My mom and I ventured down to Florida last weekend and brought our dogs to the beach for the first time--- and they freaking loved it!

please ignore my annoying voice in the video- ugggh...

But how cute and fearless is Gracie?! My little love...

love,

abs

L.K.Bennett

Wanna look like this?

start here:

L.K. Bennett  is where most of Kate's chic footwear comes from.  Their styles are simple, classic and reasonably priced, if you are comparing them to designers like Jimmy Choo, Manolo etc...
Kate has been seen wearing these:

And these a lot:

both are classic and lovely.

Personally, I find it VERY hard to find a nice looking pair of classic, nude pumps these days unless they are $600, so thumbs up to L.K. Bennett.

Their bags have also been making some appearances on the arms of Kate's pretty sissy Pippa lately:

anyways- here are some of the L.K. Bennett pieces in my wish list at the moment:

Cranley Boot

Bolton Shoe

Olivia Shoe

Hampden Bag

They have stores in Atlanta and Chicago and of course all across Europe.  Some of their pieces are also sold in select Bloomingdales.  If you live in Atlanta, you are in luck! Their store opened at Phipps about 3 months ago, and right now they are having a huge sale.  Go check it out!

love,

abs

THE ANNIE GRIFFIN COLLECTION

ANNIE GRIFFIN COLLECTION is an awesome clothing line, made with delicious silks that have a perfect mix of preppy and downtown edge.

The designers are sisters, and two of my friends, Annie Griffin and Robin Gerber.

aaahh...not only are they even more beautiful than the clothes, but they are sweet as can be.

Some of my fave picks from their fall 2011 collection:

this dress literally looks good on EVERYONE that puts it on, it's like magic

the back makes me swoon...

ummm, new years eve?

This perfect tunic is named after yours truly, so honestly, what's not to love?

everyone needs a simple. white blouse and this is it

AGC also gave us a sneak peek into their Spring 2012 collection today on their blog...check it out!
When spring rolls around I will def. be wearing a little bit of this:

and a little bit of that:

love love love

Check out their website to find a store near you! If you are in Atlanta, Poppy's usually has the latest AGC!

Go getcha some!

love,

abs

ANN MASHBURN

SUMMER IS ALMOST OVER! 

I know, I probably shouldn't be excited...but...I don't want to be hot anymore! I am ready for fall and the cool, crisp weather and football games. ROLL TIDE.


BUT....before summer ends, I think everyone should pick up some chic, african beaded, ethnic necklaces from ANN MASHBURN.  The best part is that they range from $15-$40!!! So cheap!

They also have some sweet shagreen & leather cuffs that you can wear into fall.

The store is located in Atlanta, over on the west side by JCT Kitchen.  If you aren't an Atlantian, you can order online.  

love,

abs

CH+KH

OK- I freakin love Kate Hudson.

She seems so awesome, fun and carefree...and I love her bohemian fashion vibe.

In the most recent ELLE magazine, she talks about her new venture:

She is designing a JEWELRY LINE! Kate Hudson x Chrome Hearts jewelry line, CH+KH, this is a collaboration with her long time friend who owns Chrome Hearts jewelry.

And by the looks of this picture, it looks like it will be amazing.  I can't wait to see the rest of it! 

Honestly, I usually think it is a bit of BS when celebs think they can just stick their name on some clothes or jewelry or perfume and it will be fabulous, but I have high hopes for this. KATE please don't disappoint!

love,

abs