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Simply Irresistible

April 29th, 2010

As we welcome warm weather with open arms, it quickly comes to a gal’s attention she needs a fresh, new bag to match her upbeat spirit. Now, I love fall and winter but let’s be honest and acknowledge bright colors do not dominate our wardrobe during the chilly months. But with spring begging us to be outside with we cannot help but take a cue from Mother Nature and show off are beautiful hues as well.

And that’s where Berlin Boheme steps in. Their line of bags is, in a word: awesome, striking, awe-inspiring. OK, so that was three words, but I can’t help myself! I have never come across bags such of these; a brilliant mix of European charm and the boldness of the late Alexander McQueen.


The blue clutch feature below is not only electric, but has such intricate detail. This tiny clutch is created with slouchy blue leather embossed ostrich leather at edges and handle. And ladies did I mention handmade by real leather artists. Wouldn’t our friends just swoon with envy with those precious words “slipped” from our mouths? The answer is without a doubt, yes. This clutch like so many of Berlin Boheme’s line is romantic as well as glamorous, but what really makes these bags pop is its subtle hint of edginess. A modern day fashionista can be a rock star and still maintain her feminine side. Don’t just take my word for it visit www.berlinboheme.com to view these treasures. Try and resist falling in love with one, I dare you.

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Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals Go To …

March 4th, 2010

The 2010 Winter Olympics are over. Not only was the world wowed by the top athletic talent (and even more wowed by their brutal crashes) but we were also in awe of the Olympic fashion! From preppy beanies to wacky pants, below are my fashion picks for gold, silver and bronze medals.

The bronze medal goes to the Norwegian trousers. You cannot look at these trousers and not smile. I mean look at them! The trousers with their eye-catching red, white and blue diamond checks raised a few eyebrows at first, but it didn’t take long for the bright slacks to become one of the hottest items at the Games. And may I just say the Norwegian Curling team pulled them off brilliantly.



I will be awarding the silver medal to Ralph Lauren’s Team USA Opening Ceremony hat. This preppy hat has been hot ticket item since its debut opening night. Its ability to be worn for fall and winters to come is the basis of its appeal. Whether skiing in the mountains or walking the city street, this hat is a classic.



And the gold medal winner of this Olympic Winter Games is… the Red Mittens. Ugh, I am kicking myself for not buying them a month ago when they were only $10! Now being sold on EBAY and similar sites to close to $100, these mittens were THE item of the games. A little bit of trivia for our Oligoville readers, these mittens were added to the Canadian team by mistake. Apparently, the Canadian team and torchbearers were going to wear solid white gloves, but a snafu allowed the red mittens to take center stage. And boy, did they surpass everyone’s expectations. It’s been reported more than 3.5 million pairs of have been sold thus far.



Well, now that the Games have concluded, hopefully we can go to bed at a decent hour and not be zombies at work. Maybe…

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Let the Games Begin

February 12th, 2010



The opening ceremonies of the 2010 Winter Olympics are this Friday! For the next two weeks, people around the world will be glued to their TVs, smart phones and the Internet to see who won each event. The Olympics are not only a time for the world’s top athletes to strut their stuff but also to show off the latest trends. If you are unable to make it to Vancouver, you can still be apart of the Olympic-inspired fashion.

Ralph Lauren is the proud outfitter of the 2010 U.S. Olympic team. The preppy collection features the “Make Your Own” collection.  Select pieces can be personalized with your name or a flag. Trust me; you will want to get in on these beautiful items. www.ralphlauren.com



If you are looking for something warmer and more affordable, then visit Hudson Bay Company and purchase the Torchbearer Adult’s Red Mittens. These mittens will be worn not only by the torchbearers, but the Canadian athletes as well. And in case you have not heard, the groundhog saw its shadow…again and half the country is bracing for possibly the worst snow storm on record. It might be the right time to purchase a nice pair of mittens.



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