the Fashion BLOC: The HOOK UP

No, I'm not hooking you up with a cutie or anything like that; you wish. This my friend is a different hookup. How many times do you have to find a place to put your purse when you go out to eat or when you go to a cafe? Do you sit it on the floor or in the chair next to you (if its available)? I know I do...so when I heard about this little dohicky, I was naturally geeked! The Hook Up solves that issue and it keeps your purse off those dirty floors, yet in plain view. The Hook up is a clip in the shape of a heart that clips to the purse strap and twists open to hook your purse to a table or even a door {see right}. Its made from metal and designed to hold even the heaviest purses up to 30lbs; almost like a purse hanger but it doesn't have to be just for your purse; it can be your portable hook for everything you have. Your umbrella, coat, hats, bags, and the list goes on and on. Awesome must-have accessory for any woman! I can't wait to get mine.

Your Options:

Platinum Hookup
Price: $36
Finished in Platinum
Dimensions: 4"x 3" (101.6mm x 76.2mm)
Weight: 1.5 oz (42.5 g)
Embroidered pouch and gift box included


Gold Hookup
Price:$36
Finished in 22K Gold
Dimensions: 4"x 3" (101.6mm x 76.2mm)
Weight: 1.5 oz (42.5 g)
Embroidered pouch and gift box included


For more information please visit www.thehookup.com


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the SHOPPE: Private Sales Report!

Today's private sales report varies from clothing, home and accessory love... These sample, membership-only sales come with up to an average of 60-80% off! Please feel free to click on the invitation links below or send your email address to theautty@ourbloc.com and join these events!


Editor's Closet: Betseyville by Betsey Johnson, Bindya and Lulla
Rue La La: The Essentials: Footwear, Affliction, Sinful, Global Views, Helly Hansen
Hautelook: Romeo & Juliet Couture, MRE Jewelry, Jonano, Functionalab, George Gina and Lucy, Run Ruby Run. Use code HL2010 for $10 off orders through January 16.
One Kings Lane: HK Photographs, Arcanum New York, Three Designing Women
Beyond the Rack: Mimi and Coco, Alex and Ani, Legend & Soul, Maia
RowNine: Gevril Timepieces
TopSecret: Gucci sunglasses, Dior sunglasses
Enviius: Punto Blanco
Gilt Groupe: McQ, Oliver Peoples Sunglasses, Mosley Tribes Sunglasses, Paul Smith Sunglasses, Robert Wander Jewelry, Gara Danielle, Citrine by the Stones, Lauren Wolf Jewelry
Gilt Fuse: BCBG Max Azria, Creative Recreation, Gola
Ideeli: Emilio Pucci, Leola, Hobo International, Bloch Girls and Baby Bloch, Industry


OTHER Internet Deals:

Express: $15 OFF every $60 you spend; PROMO CODE 4109
Old Navy: Enjoy free shipping on any purchase over $100 when you shop with a Gap, Old Navy, or Banana Republic Card and use code MYCARD, through January 31.
Crocs.com: Enjoy free shipping on all orders and save 10% off any purchase with code CROCSAFE10, through January 31.

Enjoy & Happy Shopping!

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the Fashion BLOC: Project Runway 7 Premiere

The beginning of season 7 starts the show with a quote from Heidi stating "you are going to have to work hard!" so I raise an eyebrow at the thought. There has been several talks of a more demanding season full of real challenges. We shall see.

Immediately, I think Ben and Seth Aaron are really cool. Emilio seems like he loves to bite on more then he can chew but, you never know, he may surprise me. Christiane's portfolio seems like she has nice pieces but is very cocky. Maybe too cocky.

FIRST CHALLENGE: Design your own thang, which totally proves who they are as a designer, so I'm excited to see this be the first challenge.....Oh and did I mention immunity...Hmmm

They get 3 min to make a mad dash for fabrics galore....where Emilio says they all look like "Fat people in a open buffet in Vegas" {OH GOODNESS LOL}. They get 5 minutes for Editing = which means to trim the fat on your fabric choices. Between editing and the electronic tablets being introduced, its good to see the show is clearly making 'green' decisions but it sucks for the designers who would totally love that fabric for security purposes. This is gonna be interesting.

I like Ping; she is extra weird but im looking forward to seeing what she does but she definitely is DIFFERENT.
Tim's Check - IN
They all seem pretty amateurish for the most part. Scrambling to the very end. The decisions have me confused at first glance.

Anthony is hilarious and for some reason he is just what I needed LOL. But he is truly struggling with the zipper and what not; I need to see whats that about by the next challenge, let's hope.

Tim has to give a motivational speech ON THE 1ST EPISODE about being TOO ambitious AND he breaks out the first "Im worried" of the season. I don't think I have seen this many contestants struggling in the 1st episode. WOWZERS! I may just have to break out a Tim-ism countdown.

Runway:
Judges: M. Kors, Nina, Nicole Richie and of course, Heidi

I like Jay's piece, Ben's retro meets futuristic but Ben and Emilio get me...But most of all, Emilio's detail totally paid off and gave us all a hint as to what he is about. GET IT! I was totally impressed. Anthony's turned out OK, contradictions were all over the place and it had too many things going on. YIKES!

But THE best is MK calling Jesus' dress, "a huge crocodile trunk that exploded into an evening gown"....DOUBLE YIKES!

Emilio is the winner & was so geeked up that he picked up his model and danced around with her lol! [See his winning look at the top and to the left]. 

Christiane gets the boot - her color combinations got christiane and it looked amateurish so I was not surprised. Jesus better step it up as he was on the chop block too and he was a hot mess too. Besides, if that was his style, I'm afraid I'm concerned, forget worried. Nevertheless, lots of sashaying yet showstoppers. Looking forward to this season.

Written by: Autty
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the SHOPPE: Deal of the Day!

Guess Black Dial Watch
Item #81420G10193G
Was $100.00 SALE $ 67.00

• Silver stainless steel watch
• Black dial
• Three-hand quartz movement
• Rotating top ring
• Multi function dials
• Matte and shiny silver bracelet

[Via Buckle]

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the Fashion BLOC: Project Runway Returns with the "Season of the Sashay"

I can admit that I totally fell off Project Runway last season but in my defense, it was boring me. Maybe it was Los Angeles, maybe it was the designers but I couldn't bare to even watch it to the end. However, Lifetime's baby is back in NY and promising more drama, the craziest designers, more challenges, and it has even been coined as 'The Season of the Sashay' by Tim Gunn, for reasons I'm sure we shall find out.

Gunn states he is a little worried about this season which is why he named it that. Tim told People during the temporary naming of Project Runway Avenue in NYC's Fashion District, "There isn't a single challenge without lots of 'make it work' moments." He even stated that "this worries me" will probably become his new catchphrase because of this season.

Nonetheless, both Michael Kors and Tim Gunn are both glad to be back in NY for this new season and so am I. I'm looking forward to the Tim-isms and the classic Klum and Kors confused faces.

The 7th season of 'Project Runway' debuts tonight on Lifetime at 10 PM et/pt with guest judge Nicole Richie.


Take a look........

the SHOPPE: Private Sales Report 1/14!

Today's private sales report varies from clothing, home and accessory love... These sample, membership-only sales come with up to an average of 60-80% off! Please feel free to click on the invitation links below or send your email address to theautty@ourbloc.com and join these events!


Editor's Closet: Madeline Beth, Rock & Bone
Rue La La: DKNY Outerwear, The Perfect Polish: Jewelry Boutique, 1981 by Sferra, Tivoli Audio
Hautelook: Julie Haus, Nux, Hellmuth, DDF skincare, Christian Audigier. Use code HL2010 for $10 off orders through January 16.
One Kings Lane: McGuire, Robert Kuo for McGuire, Odegard, DL & Co.
Beyond the Rack: Jessica Simpson, Christian Audigier, Ed Hardy, Gucci, Remetees, Eugenia Kim, Calvin Klein sunglasses, Groove footwear, Brooklyn Girls
RowNine: Gevril watches
Gilt Groupe: Exhale Spa, Blueprint Cleanse, Y-3, Somma bedding, Escali Scales, Pure Inventions, Breville
Gilt Fuse: Beyond Yoga, Freestyle Watches, Puma
Ideeli: Ecru, Michael Kors home, Amrita Singh, Michael Simon, Holly Morgan Designs
Gomatta Girls: Anatomie, Dolce Cabo
Red Tag Crazy: linQ, Innes, C&C California
Top Button: C.C. Couture Blouse, NY Dog
Secret Sales: Denim is Everything
Billion Dollar Babes: LEILA Jewelry, Pixi Beauty

Enjoy & Happy Shopping!

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the SHOPPE: Deal of the Day!

Unlisted by Kenneth Cole

$59.99 ($80)

Round-toe ankle boot

Fold over cuff detail

Button tab and buckle accent

4" stacked heel, 1" hidden platform

Synthetic outsole

Inner side zip closure

Upper: 100% suede

Enjoy free shipping and free returns

[VIA PIPERLIME]

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the SHOPPE: Private Sales Report 01/12!

Today's private sales report varies from handbags, blowouts, home and accessory love continue... These sample, membership-only sales come with up to an average of 60-80% off! Please feel free to click on the invitation links below or send your email address to theautty@ourbloc.com and join these events!


Editor's Closet: London Fog
Rue La La: The Final Sale: Act 1
Hautelook: ABC Carpet and Home, Decades Two, Raymond Weil, Poleci, H2), Blinde. Use code HL2010 for $10 off orders through January 16.
One Kings Lane: Paperblanks, Jaye's, Chelsea Textiles
Beyond the Rack: Nike, U.S. Polo Association, La Fee Verte, JJ Tees
RowNine: Calvin Klein handbags
Gilt Groupe: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Ben-Amun Jewelry, Luxury Accessories International, Michael Aram, Gianfranco Ferre
Gilt Fuse: BB Dakota
Enviius: Loko Sport
Ideeli: See by Chloe, JJ Number 8, Voom by Joy Han, Heys Luggage, Lovestitch
TopSecret: Jonano
Gomatta Girls: Covet, Solas

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the Fashion BLOC: The Burberry Trench Reincarnated

Here is a sneak peek of Burberry's SS10 campaign with the fab Emma Watson...which includes the Burberry Trench reinvented with fab colors, shapes, shoulder pads and of course, the infamous plaid...

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The Travel Agency: JetSetter Deals End at Midnight!

Tabacón - Alajuela, Costa Rica
Romantic and authentic five-star Costa Rican eco-hideaway surrounded by lush greenery at the foot of the Arenal Volcano.


Rates:
Deluxe Premium $210/night (Hotel Website $440)
Superior Room $120/night (Hotel Website $175)

Viceroy - West End, Anguilla
One of a handful of chic hideaways, this newcomer is the answer to those seeking Caribbean island escapism without foregoing a high level of service (a rarity in the islands) and stylish comfort.


Rates:
Oceanview One Bedroom Suite $650/night (Hotel Website $1095)
Four Bedroom Blufftop Villa $4500/night (Hotel Website $7500)

St. James Club - Mamora Bay, Antigua & Barbuda
Tiny Antigua, 14 miles long and 11 miles wide, is one of those famously paradisiacal islands that actually lives up to the hype.


Rates:
Club Room $400/night (Hotel Website $625)
Beachfront Room $435/night (Hotel Website $695)


Note: Rates are all-inclusive per room and include the following: breakfast, lunch and dinner daily; name-brand liquors, house wine, Caribbean beer and sodas; non-motorized water sports (windsurfing, snorkeling, kayaking, etc); all tips, taxes and service charges.

Blancaneaux Lodge - Cayo District, Belize
Guests hide away in one of the 21 thatched-roof villas and cabanas built into a hillside above the swift-moving Privassion Creek and waterfall.


Rates:
Two Bedroom Villa $350/night (Hotel Website $540)
Riverfront Cabana $225/night (Hotel Website $340)

Log in using my personal invitation link ....Enjoy and Happy Travels!

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the Fashion BLOC: Heidi Klum takes a stab at being "Designer"

As a host and judge of Project Runway, Heidi Klum has had to evaluate designs from up and coming designers, now she has decided to take a stab at the designing side herself. The always fab model and mother of four is taking on the role as a designer of two Maternity collections, 'Lavish' and 'Loved' exclusively for A Pea in the Pod and Motherhood Maternity.

According to a statement, "I chose to call my collection for A Pea in the Pod 'Lavish' because there is no grander name to express everything you want to give yourself and the child growing within you," Klum said. "For Motherhood Maternity, 'Loved' is a celebration of new life and the love around you and your baby.

Women always struggle with staying fab throughout their pregnancy and I think style, flair, and sexiness should never go away just because you're preggers. Even though this is long overdue, I'm so glad Klum is playing a part in it. She truly exemplifies all of that and more and hopefully, she will bring that to her new lines.

Lavish will include 15 pieces that feature "iconic style and detailed construction," and Loved will feature 14 pieces that "present comfort, playfulness, and supermodel style" at a lower price point.

[Via Luxist]

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