get snooki'fied.

okay, okay...i know what you're thinking - this jersey girl has lost her mind. she's finally given in to the fake tanning, the guidos, and the leopard print.

well, i mean i love me some leopard...but...nope. i'm a HUGE (understatement) fan of jersey shore. when i heard that snooki was coming out with her own jewelry line...i was kinda excited. i actually kind of ADORE snooki (and jwoww. sammi can leave, now. thanks!). 

i wasn't sure what to expect though. i mean, would it be cute? was it going to be like a 100 piece line of cheaply made items? then i saw that the first item was available on the diamond shark website.

the snooki party ball pendant

found here

adorable! pink! sparkly! i knew that i HAD to have it! still, i wasn't expecting too much.

i have to admit, i was beyond surprised with my order. the pendant was made pretty nicely and i love how the pink just sparkles. it's definitely an attention grabber. above and below are pictures that i took with my blackberry.

in case you're interested in a full view of how it looks on...

i have is i wish the chain was a little bit longer because i'm horrible at snapping clasps! lol. but that's kind of just a personal preference. i really don't have any complaints with my order, besides that i wish it came a little bit faster. her necklace was apparently in high demand and there was a two week wait, but the company warned me of this before i placed my order which i thought was considerate. the only complaint that i have is i didn't get the certificate of authenticity that they said would come with it.

i heard a rumor that snooki is releasing a piece a month. i'm not sure if it's true, but i really like this idea. sometimes i feel when collections are released, it's a bit overwhelming. at least with one piece a month, you can treat yourself if you like the item that month. i felt the price range was fair too. this particular necklace was $49 with free shipping.

final verdict: i'd definitely purchase from diamond shark again and i can't wait to see what else snooki releases! i'd be first in line to buy some more bling :p

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF SNOOKI'S JEWELRY DESIGNS? ARE YOU A FAN OF JERSEY SHORE?

If I Had A Black Card...by Audrey

If money wasn't an option, it would be difficult deciding whether or not to spend it on gorgeous shoes, stunning dresses, cute accessories, or makeup - the list is endless. However, when Tiffany asked me to make a luxury wishlist, the first thought that popped into my mind were handbags. I am such a sucker for handbags, totes, and clutches. Most of what I picked out below were ones that were practical enough for work but are also usable for everyday use.

 The one that's on top of my list is the YSL Large MuseTwo in light gray leather and denim. You can tell it's already expensive if they don't list the price on their website, haha.

 Speaking of YSL, the Medium Easy in Fuschia Patent Leather is such a great pop of color.

 Sort of similar to the first YSL bag, is this Fendi Peek-A-Boo Top Handle Bag, with a price of $2550.

 Next on my list is the Salvatore Ferragamo Leather Top Handle Bag, with a price of $1, 490.

A couple of cute clutches are the Diane von Furstenberg Maribelle Studded Shoulder Bag/Clutch at $550 and the Jimmy Choo Teri Patent Leather Clutch at $950.

 Lastly, I like the Kooba Monroe. It's the least expensive out of all my picks here at a price of $545; It's simple but I like the detail on the bottom.

Only if I could really afford to splurge on some of these!

Thanks to Audrey from Audrey Allure for today's post! 

decor, decor.

i've blogged about CSN in the past and was extremely happy with my purchase from them in the past. so when i heard from CSN that they had having modern dining room furniture available on their website, i was pretty interested to see what they had. 

i have a little ball of fluff that i absolutely LOVE but he has been kind of tearing apart the kitchen lately ... which is totally an excuse for me to browse for new chairs, right? :p 

one of items that caught my eye was the TAG dylan chair in black, pictured above. i wish it came in beige! i like that it's a simple design and would match with a lot of tables.

HAVE YOU BROWSED CSN LATELY?

guess what's back?!

michael michael kors nadia thongs

img via here

found here, here, here and here

after a .. um... bigger hiatus than i ever had anticipated for this feature... shoes to beat the monday blues is BAAAAAACK! yay! what else could be better than some pretty shoes on a (usually pretty damn cruel) monday morning?!

we all know that i'm obsessed with michael kors. maaaaybe a little bit too much, considering that i'm on a first name basis with the store's employees. yeah. but in my eyes, michael can do NO wrong. he can't. and these sandals are totally adorable (i can never resist bows) and perfect for summer. i'm sick of this winter - i want warm weather and pretty shoes!

WOULD YOU ROCK THESE SHOES?

If I Had a Black Card... By Couture Carrie

Darlings, CC was so excited when Tiffany asked her to participate in this delightfully decadent series!

Here are CC's top 10 splurge-worthy selections...

Louisa Settee, at anthropologie.com.

Sullivan leather ottoman, at potterybarn.com.

Audi R8.

Apple iPad.

Globe-Trotter Centenary suitcase at jcrew.com.

Cartier Small Roadster Diamond Watch, at bergdorfgoodman.com.

Sachin + Babi Cortona necklace, at shopbop.com.

Alexander McQueen silk-satin draped gown, at theOutnet.com.

Juliett Jake crocodile wrap clutch, at intermixonline.com.

Charlotte Olympia Paloma satin platform pumps, at net-a-porter.com.

What would you buy if you had a Black Card?

xoxox,

CC

Thanks to Carrie from the fabulous Couture Carrie for today's post! 

what's your fashion resolution? (giveaway)

I’m extremely excited to announce a $50 Macy’s giftcard giveaway!

Macy’s is currently hosting a contest called the “Million Dollar Makeover” with Clinton Kelly (FROM ONE OF MY FAVORITE SHOWS EVER!...can you tell I’m excited?).  Eight people will be selected for a makeover by him.

For more details about the contest, watch the video below...

 

If any of you enter (you can enter here btw)…please let me know! I’d love to hear about it! :)

  

I’m going to keep this contest relatively simple. If you want to enter, leave a comment with your email or another way of contacting you.

For additional entries...

1. Tell me what YOUR resolution is for 2011 (1 entry)

2. Tell me what you'd buy with the gift card (1 entry)
3. Blog about it (1 entry)

4. Tweet about it! You MUST include my twitter username @fashionxcourt and you MUST paste the link here. (1 entry PER day...yep ;]) 

IMPORTANT: For each additional entry, you must leave a separate comment. If you put everything all in one comment, I will only count your entry ONCE. Also, you must live in the US and be over age 18.

The entry date begins today, January 18^th and will be open until next Wednesday, January 26^th. 

Winner will be posted on my blog on Thursday, January 27^th and will also be contacted via email. If winner does not respond within 48 hours, I will reselect a new winner.

Sounds easy, right? GOOD LUCK!

Hey FTC – Macy’s is providing me with this gift card for a lucky reader :)

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.

if i had a black card...

i always *think* that i have a ton of luxe, designer items on my wishlist right on the tip of my tongue. however, when it came time to make this list, i actually had a bit of difficulty...but as you can see, i managed to find a ton of fabulous things! besides the obvious amazing vacation and probably a fabulous car, here are some of the items that i'd pick out with my black card...

first, i'd buy season legends tickets to see the new york yankees play ... they're my favorite sports team!

season tickets found here/img via here

i'd buy some fabulous outerwear...

Michael Kors long leather trench found here

really, can you ever go wrong with some MK?!

next i'd start off with one of my obsessions...i'd buy some fabulous dresses!

Chloé silk-satin ruffle skirt dress found here

how cute is this twist on the classic LBD?!

 

 

Hervé Léger cutout bandage dress found here

this dress would highlight every curve and my kardashian-esque booty :p 

 Stella McCartney sequin-embellished cotton-blend dress found here

i LOVE this dress - simple yet in a sexy color! i'd happily take those shoes as well!

Temperley London Camilla silk-crepe dress found here

in my perfect world, kate middleton would be my bff. i could totally wear this shopping with her!

 Alexander McQueen strapless silk-chiffon gown found here

i normally shy away from longer dresses being a shorty, but i absolutely ADORE this stunning gown

i'd move on to some shoes...

Christian Louboutin Futura nappa leather peep-toe boots found here

can you ever go wrong with Louboutins? they'd just join my million other pairs that i'd had already charged!

Burberry studded Wellies found here

these are some killer wellies!

then i'd buy a few handbags....

  Michael Kors Tonne Gathered Tote found here

in my perfect world, michael kors would adopt me (and rachel!). seriously. i'd own everything from his lines. hahaha :p 

Christian Louboutin  Morrigan Large Capra Tote found here

perfect to match with all of my Louboutins! can you ever go wrong with a classic black bag?!

Alexander Wang Rocco bag found here

i mean, my pup's name is rocco and i love studs...makes sense right?!

i'd polish it all off with some serious bling...

Tiffany Tesoro watch found here

i love gold. this watch is so chic! ...although i'd still keep a stash of my MK watches! 

 Tiffany Fancy Deep Pink diamond ring found here

tiffany and co or the answer is no! dianna and i were just discussing this haha :p ...i'd always say yes to this ring.. just sayin ;)

and i'd make sure that my desk was always stocked with some tiffany pens...

Tiffany "Blue" pen found here

i mean it IS my name after all ... my parents should have known i'd be trouble with a credit card ;)

and i may have just splurged on one of the items that was on my wishlist for a looong time now, thanks to some "research" for this post...whoops. lmao.

i guess i'm not hard to please after all. some fabulous dresses, shoes, handbags and bling - and i'm set :p 

WHAT ITEM WOULD YOU WANT TO SPLURGE ON RIGHT NOW?

golden.

waaaaaay back in may, nina shoes offered to send me a pair of shoes of my choice. OF COURSE, i could not pass it up! i chose the gorgeous cortney wedges in platino (which is a gold). as most of you know, my dad was very sick since may so i did not have time to post a review sooner. i have to say - nina was SO cooperative and understanding of this. the representative that i always spoke with, matt, always asked how my dad was...and you know what? he actually cared. i must admit, nina has FABULOUS customer service and even before everything happened, if i ever had a question they got back to me quickly and thoroughly. they are on twitter and are extremely helpful on there as well :)

these wedges are pure perfection - i'm a sucker for anything gold and i also ADORE wedges so this was the perfect combo!

i LOVE the detailing!

and the quality/construction of these shoes is very impressive! i normally wear anywhere from a 6-7. i ordered these wedges in a 6.5 (i usually take 7's in target wedges) and they fit perfectly. and they're actually comfy!

unfortunately since my review is delayed, the shoes are unavailable on the website :(

ps: they come with a pink dust bag ... how awesome is that?!

pps: and to be honest, i prefer them over these similiar MK wedges that i ordered (and returned). i know, OVER MY BELOVED MK!

ftc disclosure: these wedges were sent to me from nina shoes for review purposes. my opinion about these fabulous wedges are all my own :)

announcement: if i had a black card (the series)

img via here

so my beautiful and darling readers, i've been wanting to start up a new series for a while now. i finalized the name of the series a few weeks ago and i've reached out to some of you to participate. it is going to be called "if i had a black card" 

as most of us know, the black card is a major status symbol. if you have a black card, you can basically buy anything that your little heart desires. and um, black never goes out of style! seriously, how chic is that card above?!

like i said, i have reached out to some of you but if i haven't and you would like to participate just shoot me an email at fashionxcourt@gmail.com (or just leave a comment with your email and i'll contact you, whichever you prefer)  i'd be more than happy for you to participate! 

i'm going to start off this series with a post by ME next friday and (hopefully) every friday there will be a new guest post! 

so i'll leave this little announcement off with a question...

IF YOU COULD PURCHASE ONE SPLURGE ITEM RIGHT NOW, WHAT WOULD IT BE?