Christmas is about giving. It’s also about getting, there’s no denying that. I’ve come up with a wish list (yes, already) and although blings and embellishments aren’t usually my style- I’m feeling a little different this time around. So I present to you a naughty list of everything I’d like to see under my tree.
Patterns and knits aren’t always so hot, but let’s face it, winter came early this year and the ski-season is just around the corner so as much as we all dream of sliding the slopes in something more flattering, chances are you won’t survive. So here are some of my Fav sweaters and leggings Shopbop‘s got in store this season. Stay Warm!
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We all need a good sturdy waterproof pair of boots to get us through the mini-floods we have to bare when it rains in our part of the world. But who says you have to sacrifice style just to stay dry? Check out these hot rain boots with some chic matching umbrellas.
1) Python Umbrella- Marc by Marc Jacobs
2) Vintage Dot Umbrella- Felix Rey
3) Rubber Boots–AIGLE
4) Regent boots- Hunter Boots
5) Blaire Riding Boots- Tory Burch
I’ve been invited to a BBQ-dinner at a friend’s back yard this evening. This is what I’ll be wearing. The best part: Each item listed here is under $100! All shipped in 3 days or less to Lebanon from Shopbop.com
2) Earrings- Marc by Marc Jacobs
3) Jeans-Blank Denim 4) Bag-Mar Y Sol 5) Sandals- Pelle Moda
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I’m invited to a beach event this weekend that starts off as a regular beach-day and ends with a fierce party till the early hours of the morning. I wanted to wear something both comfy and stylish, most importantly, I needed trusty flats I could rely on for when things get a little too crazy ( if I get champagne in my hair this time I’m gonna kill someone) This is what I ended up with, very affordable yet chic, all on SALE at Shopbop. Bisoux
Top: Zoe Karssen $92 Skirt: Helmut Lang $161 Bikini: Mikoh $114 Heels: Ash $73.50 Flats: Unleashed $55
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1. Rosa Cha, Floral Bikini Top 2. Zimmermann 3. Mathhew Williamson Escape 4.Thayer 5. Tibi 6. Seventh Wonderland
All Available @ Shopbop, with FREE Shipping to Lebanon 
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Sick of paying designer prices for regular brands in Beirut? I sure am! Everything seems to be ten times more expensive here. Well, Guess what? I’ve been teasing some of you with my Tweets and now I’m ready to share my new-found exploration because sharing is truly caring!
They’re called www. Shopbop.com and they deliver worldwide including Lebanon in just 3 DAYS!!!
They have a mad selection of designers you can have a pick from, even better they also have a regular SALES section. The best part of it all… drum roll please … FREE SHIPPING! I know I know.. breath in. breath out. 
1. Rachel Pally, Lyndon Dress, 30% Discount, now $160.30
2. Sam Edelman, Novato Haircalf Pumps $100
3. Marc by Marc Jacobs, Turnlock Katie Bracelet $98
4. Lauren Merkin Handbags, Painted Snake Clutch was $250 now $175
Posted in Fashion-ME-Up, I Came, I Saw, I BOUGHT!, Mon Obsession du Jour
Tagged lebanon, online shopping, outfits, party, women
My friend Tara took out a $7000 dollar loan to start her own business. She didn’t truly understand what her business venture would entail, she was sure it had to do with fashion. Little did we know that by fashion she meant shopping. Yup, she nested on that cash for a good two-weeks before it started to hatch. Two nights ago, we were having some Bellinis at Relais Foch in Downtown Beirut. Tara was late to join, but she finally made an appearance donning two ginormous Aishti shopping bags. She practically skipped towards us, while our eyes locked on her goodies.
“Tara! you didn’t!” yelled our friend.
“I sure did!!” Tara squealed in joy.
Tara pulled out a cashmere-like bag protector. In it sat a lovely quilt check classic Burberry bag with a random flashy green print and a to-die-for Marc Jacobs navy blue soft-leather handbag. Finally she pulled out yet another (hidden) bag inside a bag, revealing a pair of gold Miu Miu sandals. Yes, the inherent decadence of the items were sigh-inducing, enough to send any girl into a frenzy, but it was clear Tara had gone overboard.
You see, many girls, like Tara, not to mention myself at times, will do whatever it takes to indulge in a plethora of luxury items, items we will never really need, items we must have. We are not the only ones who have our priorities messed up, Lebanon is not prude when it comes to high-end products. Try walking into a trendy café and count all the Louis Vuittons you can spot in under ten seconds. Yet somehow our economy isn’t doing so good, gas prices are peaking, we’re always in between jobs, the average employee makes under $1000 and it is almost impossible to invest in real estate without selling a kidney.
Tara is very aware of all those factors , she is also aware that the stuff she bought costs more than the severance pay she received when she left her previous job to start her venture. Tara will also have to pay a ridiculous amount of monthly installments to finance her luxury handbags not to mention Tara will no longer be able start her own business. But Tara is flashing a huge smile on her face
I had lunch with Tara today. The minute we walked into the restaurant, women were immediately drawn to Tara’s bag, the envy was unmissable. If only they knew Tara’s financial state, perhaps they wouldn’t be envious, or perhaps, they too had their own share of loans to pay-off, but it doesn’t matter, everyone turned to see their handbags when they walked in. Bisoux
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