Making up

Checking in again from Lulu's. It's make up time with Staci Broski of 7th Row Productions. Sara is being transformed right before our eyes and I can't wait to get to Frankie & Jules' boutique to get the outfit and put together the entire look.

Makeover in process.

Just a quick update from Lulu Salon & Spa where we are doing a style makeover on our contest winner, Sara. We're chopping hair, coloring and having a great time! Stay tuned for the final result.

Local deals

Holiday Open Houses

Nov. 21-22nd at Ambiance in Stilwell, Kansas.
Take 15% off regularly priced merchandise!
Open 10 am to 5pm today and tomorrow.
Ambiance has fabulous holiday decor items perfect for gift giving.

Friday, Nov. 28th at Frankie & Jules, in Overland Park, KS.
10 am to 7pm. Sale racks, new winter items, prize drawings.
I was just in this week and there are loads of great holiday party outfits and beautiful coats.

Stay tuned for the newsletter next Tuesday which will include our HUGE gift guide and exclusive discounts just for our subscribers.

Feeling Lucky?

Buy One Jean at Lucky and Get One 50% Off 2nd Item 11.20-12.6
Our faves today? The Bond Street Jeans (left) $130,
and the
Kennsington Jeans (right) $140.

Great deals!

Deals of the Day

Heading downtown this holiday season?
Take the easy route and ride in a towncar with A Girls Night Out Limo - the official ride of Haute Weekly & Haute Market!

Shop online and save:
ShopEcko's Friends and Family Sale. 30% Off Everything! Offer expires Midnight 11.23.08


Special discount from Stila cosmetics:
At Stila, we realize that the state of the economy means less opportunity to splurge! Stila is offering a 20% discount and free shipping on any order of $30 or more our website from now until Dec. 16th. So.... get shopping for you and your friends and family on your holiday list!

Go the Stila website at www.stilacosmetics.com. Just use code ECYX12 when you check out!

Recovery

It was a busy weekend of fashion shows and fabulous parties. Your fashionista is recovering from all the fun and working on the exciting changes coming for Haute Market. Stay tuned to see what all the fuss is about!

It's going to be fabulous!

Fab Friday Deals

A few quick deals for you and then I'm outta here. Getting ready for the fashion show tonight, Drew6 party Sunday, and the launch of our new online magazine name and all new web sites! We have been and continue to be, your best source in the area for fashion and beauty news!

Get $25 off your purchase of $100 or more at Lucky Brand Jeans! Offer
good 11.2-11.22


At Charlotte Russe:
Free Shipping with purchase of $60 or more! Offer expires 12/31

Suede Lace-Up Boots Adorable with skinny jeans and leggings, these Suede Lace-Up Boots at Charlotte Russe feature a suede faux leather fabric, almond toe, fold over cuff with lace-up bow tie detail at the back, a lightly padded insole, and a 1/2" heel. Faux leather upper and rubber sole.

A Shoe In

Shoe sale, shoe sale!
I just got a fabulous discount offer sent to my inbox from our friends at Onlineshoes.com
Save $15 on orders over $100! Save big on winter shoes, bags and apparel as well as plenty of great gift items such as slippers. This offer is valid through November 26th.
Coupon code is 8SAVE15.

Have some fun with the Decco pump from Two Lips. A patent leather upper and oversized ornament at the vamp make sure you won't be ignored, while a chunky heel and oversized button at the wide mary jane-style strap provide a touch of whimsy. This is a great shoe to add to an otherwise dull black wardrobe. Was $79.95, now just $49.99!

Many other gret items available. Check out the sales and be sure to using your savings coupong!

Upcoming events

We have a packed calendar for our KC Fashionista and our NYC Fashionista.


Sarah in New York will cover:


Wednesday - Cool vs Cruel Ceremony at the Bowery Hotel honoring designers Calvin Klein and Marc Bouwer, and retailers Urban Outfitters and Overstock.com for their commitment to fur-free fashion. More fur-free info here.


Thursday - Frocks & Cocktails party. Trunk show for Chloe & Reese in their NY Showroom. We snagged a copy of the invite so if you're in the area, RVSP and let us know if you get in!

In Kansas City:
Thursday - Fashion Group International Featuring a Runway Presentation of the best in Original Design from the Mid-west's top fashion programs & Keynote Address By Allyson Thornton From Target Corporation.
Free to FGI members and Career Day registrants
Holiday Inn Plaza, One E. 45th Street Kansas City, MO.
Cocktail party Starting at 6pm $10 (no students please)
Keynote and Fashion Show Starting at 7pm $5
FGI members FREE
Faculty Coordinators and Guest Speakers FREE
RSVP to kcfashiongroup@yahoo.com or Laura 816-472-6200

Friday - Rock N Fashion show at Crosstown Station. Fabulous designers and boutiques rockin' the catwalk to the tunes of a live band! Only $5 entry, $10 for VIP which includes after party meet & greet with the designers! Tickets at http://www.crosstownstation.com/cms/
Make sure you see us and get your picture taken in front of the Haute Market sign!

Sunday - Drew6 CD Release party of "We Kiss", presented by Haute Market. At Crosstown station, 7pm. http://www.drew6.com/

We'll be covering the events here and in KC and bringing back all the great news just for you! Stay tuned!

New York Minute

Kansas City and New York, two of my favorite places and now more connected for Haute Market than ever. It's been a long time coming but my great friend, Sarah, is finally able to join me in launching something new and fabulous for you...next week!

Last night Sarah covered her first event on behalf of our new online magazine name. We just can't get enough of Jack Mackenroth. Tim Gunn is another of my fashion-fave people. So imagine how jealous I was last night when Sarah was there with BOTH of them!

Jack Mackenroth just launched a project called Living Positive by Design (http://www.livingpositivebydesign.com/). It's directed at HIV+ peeps with the goal of fighting the stigma of HIV with visibility and helping people feel less shameful. Last night Jack spoke at the Gay Men's Health Crisis event, hosted by Tim Gunn. (The event included an auction. Sarah had her eye on a D&G coat that had a starting bid of $18K - youch!)

Sarah had an opportunity to speak with Jack, so we'll have more about that with our new site launch next week.

Jack sent me some of the fabulous red scarves he's designed to further promote "Living Positive by Design". Stay tuned to find out how you can score Jack's scarf!

Jack has sent me several of his red scarves specially designed, by him, to bring awareness for his cause. Watch for future chances to win a few scarf for yourself!

Chic for less

Target is really trying to step it up a notch. They have popular designers creating clothing lines for them, handbags, and now shoes too.

A bit of comparison shopping for you and your budget conscious wallet.
You can have these beautiful nappa leather ankle boots by Islo Isabella Lorusso at Yoox.com for $288.

or...

these lesser expensive...

Women's Sigerson Morrison for Target® Fierce Patent Booties in black for just $39.99. Features a sexy zip closure and cushioned insole for comfort, at target.com

Fab Friday deals...

Stand out in style at every party this holiday season, and do it on a budget with GAP's new sale thru 11/13.

For a limited time only, take an Extra 25% off Gap’s sale merchandise. Simply enter code EXTRA25 at checkout. Offer ends 11/11.

• Dress up with GapMaternity: Shop our holiday dressy collection, full of comfortable and chic looks, perfect for every occasion (Thru 11/23).


Need some great makeup for your night out too? My friend at Stila sent me this deal:

"At Stila, we realize that the state of the economy means less opportunity to splurge! Stila is offering a 20% discount and free shipping on any order of $30 or more our website from now until Dec. 16th. So.... get shopping for you and your friends and family on your holiday list!
Go the Stila website at http://www.stilacosmetics.com/. Just use code ECYX12 when you check out! "

She also sent me some great products to test and giveaway to my readers....so stay tuned for that!

Local deals...

If you live in the Kansas City area, take advantage of these fabulous offers:

StandardStyle: Bring in 5 cans of food for harvesters food network and receive 30% off any men's or women's shirt at either standard style locations through november 9th only! (see store for details and/or restrictions)

Nov. 20 ~ Girl's Night Out at Two Chic Blvd (Overland Park, KS)- 5pm-9pm. Great discounts and new product preview!

Check out our Diva Deal page for many more discounts and deals, exclusive to our Diva Deals card holders!

Vote for Haute Market

Since you may be in a voting mood today, help Haute Market win it's campaign to be Best Shopping Blog.

Go here to vote: http://bloggerschoiceawards.com/blogs/show/43888
You need to register, but don't worry, it's quick and easy. I've not received any other mail from them, so it's not like it put me on an annoying spam list.
Log in, vote and spread the word.


If you vote for us, email us and let us know your name, address, email addy and your voting screen name on the blogger choice awards. We'll enter you in our contest to win a pair of these Chic Buds. Ear buds for your ipod, mp3, etc.
Adorned with swarovski crystals (price color may vary from picture).
Donated by All Things Beaded in Overland Park, KS.

Drawing will be done next Monday, Nov. 10th at noon CST and the winner announced in our Nov. 11th newsletter (subscribe here).

Must be 21 or over and a legal resident of the United States. Haute Market not responsible for misdirected emails/entries. One entry per person. No cash value, cannot be exchanged for cash or other prizes.

The new name

It's almost here...what is it?

Find out soon!

Fashionable Friday Deals

Don't let the rumors of a bad economy spook you. If gas is down to $2 a gallon, can things really be so bad?

Here are your Fab Friday deals to start your weekend off with a treat instead of a trick:

Gap - Women's SALE like this cute ruffle-neck tank with floral print for just $17.99. Limited sizes available.

Or this great cardigan, made of soft merino wool. Was $68, now just $32.99. Also available in a nice cream color and in several sizes.



Here is a great one-day offer:


Other offers:

20% off EVERYTHING at Chicos.com. Offer valid 10.30.08 to 11.02.08. Use code 6156.


Save an additional 15% on sale & clearance at the Onlineshoes.com Spooktacular Sale. Shop the incredible selection of scary savings! Hurry, offer ends Friday October 31.

Smashingly good deal!

My inbox had another great beauty deal inside today!
Ulta has this fabulous SMASHBOX kit at a crazy-low price.

A must- have eye, cheek and lip color palette with nearly 100 shades of Smashbox favorites! Take your look from daytime chic to evening drama flawlessly.
Perfect to give as a gift or keep for yourself.


Palette includes:
70 shadows
8 cream eyeliners
8 lipglosses & 4 lipcolors
2 blush shades
brow techsoft lights
4 brushes

Free shipping when you buy the above item.
Plus get $5 off purchases of $10 or more with code 96306.

A Beautiful Thing

A baby's first smile, a warm cloudless day....
a great shoe?
My babies are fighting, not smiling.
The sky is actually cloudless, for the moment.
It's the shoe that got me today.
DSW sent yet another fabulous deal to my inbox. 25% off online clearance shoes! ACK. Grab a credit card and get online!
I spied this fab shoe that comes in seven different colors and patterns.

It's a 3 3/4" inch heel, not for the faint of foot. Will probably make legs look elongated and fabulous. No doubt worth buying two or three with that in mind. On sale for $54.94. Use code SAVE4 at check out for another 25% off. By golly that's only $41.21. Almost half the original price! Beautiful.

Grand Opening Celebration

GRAND OPENING !!
Join us for a Day of Celebration,Fashion & Fun!!
Caleb's Lighthouse...A Sea of Beads
DATE: Wednesday October 29th
TIME: 10 am-8pm
LOCATION: 6421 W. 119th St. Overland Park,KS 66209
Located in The Fountains Shopping Center
By the Cheesecake Factory & across the street from Sprint

Demos all day : How to make earrings,necklaces,bracelets and more. You'll want to check out Debby's new Flat Spiral Crystal Bracelet demo 2-6pm.

Day of Design: Bring in your favoritetop, cocktail dress or other outfit and the friendly & knowledgeable staff of accomplished jewelry designers will find just the right beads to create your own one-of -a -kind piece!

Gorgeous Finished Jewelry: There is a wonderful selection of handcrafted pieces made by local jewelry designers..perfect for gift giving..or for you!!

Trunk Shows: Laura Timmons of Vintage Moon Creations ,check out her beautiful jewelry and trendy tops. Michelle Barta, from Lawrence, with her gorgeous leather peyote stich cabachon cuff bracelets. Plus hand-crafted glass bead artists .


Raffle Giveaways all day!!
Win finished Jewelry,free bead insruction/room rental for 10
Coffee &Pastries in Morning

Hor d'ouevres & a Bead-a-lini drinks, the Best Bead Bar in Town

Triple Your Pleasure

If you are a lucky DSW rewards member like I am, then join me in receiving triple points now through Oct. 26th in stores and online! I have scored some fabulous Michael Kors shoes at DSW lately.

This boot caught my eye with it's crushed velvet and croc print. The Luichiny Hemangi Stretch Velvet Boot is only $59.95 online.

Happy shopping!

Heart Throb

My trusty UPS guy dropped off another box. Honestly, I had no idea what it was.
The Haute Market event had just passed and that usually means the constant door bell ringing would too cease.
At further inspection it was revealed that the box was yet another from Avelle - the new Bag Borrow or Steal. That's odd. I just returned the fashion show bags to them.
Oh dear....some people drink and dial.....did I drink and online shop again? It happens.

I tore into the box. Oh yes...I borrowed a Betsey Johnson bag. Yet I could not remember which one. As I opened the dust bag the shiny black patent leather bag shone back at me. My heart started pounding and my breath fell short....it was ADORABLE! My gawd I have good taste! The Betsey Johnson Ms. Mod rooomy hobo is better in person than online. This great tote is adorned with a sweater-like scarf that snakes in and out of the sides of the bag and ties in a neat little bow at the front. I am in love. You'd better hope they have more in stock because this borrowed bag has become stolen! (only $40 per month w/ membership!)

Hot Products

We love local Kansas City based company, DERMAdoctor, so our beauty contributors have put together a page of our top product picks. Check it out!
DERMAdoctor Hot Products

Fab Friday

We have loads of new deals on the Diva Deals web page. Local discounts, online discounts!
Check it out and save!!


Stock up early on some stocking stuffers and teacher gifts with this fabulous discount! 25% off total order thru 10/31/08. Code: FABFORLESS





I can always use a great babysitter. Trouble is, it's hard to find one that can take care of three little boys. If you live in the Kansas City area, Ella's Silver Spoon Sitters is here to help. They are offering FOUR FREE hours of babysitting for new customers that are friends of Haute Market!


More on the Diva Deals page!

It's Fashion Week

L.A. Fashion Week is wrapping up, Project Runway has had it's finale and soon celebrities will be jet-setting to the next affair.

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios in L.A. is a fabulous spring affair giving us great glimpses of the upcoming fashions. The Ed Hardy collection was especially colorful and busy with models wearing uber-long nails in yellows and oranges.

Kevan Hall's collection (photo left) was a beautiful and classy look full of femininity, leaving me hoping for some fabulous party invites in the spring for an excuse to wear his designs.

Lauren Conrad also showed at LA Fashion Week. Her collection featured full-skirted mini dresses, longer dresses of flowing fabric and a fresh spring color palette. Of course many celebs were there to cheer her on.

A month ago, in New York, the Project Runway designers faced off for the finale and a chance at hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of prizes.



Read more...

Wrapped up

I am loving the scarves this season. They are in every store I visit, available in every fabric known to man, and in so many patterns that it's hard to choose just one or five! Check out today's pick:

Tolani Oblong Paisley Scarf The hottest accesory of the moment. Worn and adored by the stars…the Tolani Scarf comes in the most gorgeous prints. This Tolani Oblong Paisley Scarf in Red has an allover paisley print and cute fringe detail. Super soft and comfy, you're sure to fall in love with this celebrity favorite.

On With the Show!

Our fashion show started a bit late, as is the norm for fashion shows. However, it was well worth the wait once our fab models hit the runway in the latest fall fashions! Take a quick peek:

Save the Shoes!

One secret to keeping my very small closet well organized so that I can buy even more shoes and boots is the ShoeStor storage boxes.
These clear plastic boxes are genius! You can store shoes, boots...even handbags! The clear view sides make it so much easier to find just the right accessory.

I used to keep shoes in their original shoe boxes, but then I had to pull them out of the stacks, open the boxes, etc. Now with just a glance I can find what I'm looking for and get ready that much more quickly.
Plus, my shoes and handbags don't get thrown around the closet, smashed or dusty. For just a few dollars per accessory, mine can last longer!

Haute Party tonight!

It's finally here! I've been a slacking blogger thanks to all the preparations that have to be done last minute, but I promise you it's worth it. The Haute Market shopping party, tonight in Overland Park, Kansas, is going to be fabulous! Get your girlfriends and come for a night of power-shopping and indulgence.

Complimentary massages and makeup touch-up all night long.

A fall trends fashion show for the Why Pink campaign and amazing raffle prizes with all proceeds going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

A limited number of tickets are still available at the door for $15. Please join us for a great night. You deserve it!

New Diva Discounts!

Hey ladies...we have loads of great new discounts available for you! Make sure you have your Diva Discount card on your key chain at all times. You don't want to miss out on some of the local deals.

New deals on our site!

Discounts at Two Chic Blvd., TeaMoka and more!

Loads of new online discounts from national companies! Clinique.com, Shoes.com and more!

How to get yoru card: make sure you have subscribed to our newsletter. Take the coupon on the newsletter to the Haute Market event to pick up your card.

Tv Today

Haute Market got another tv plug as I featured more fall trends on FOX4 TV. Check out the video for a sneak peek at the fall looks you can buy for less at the next Haute Market shopping party!

Fab Friday - essentials

Need some fab outfits for the Haute Market or other fashion events this week? Treat yourself to some fabulous frocks that will last you through this, and possibly future seasons.

This satin, v-neck dress at Yoox.com is by Mochino Jeans. It's a great basic type piece, but with a bit of interesting detail. Would look gorgeous with a colorful trench! Currently $168 at yoox.com.

This is a great basic black ruffle top that is also very versatile. On sale at yoox.com for $48, was $310! Wear it under a vest, trench or on it's own with some great jeans and colorful shoes.

Another great basic is this black sheath dress at Macys.com, on sale for $104. Dress it up for work, glam it up for cocktails. Zips up the back, hits just above the knee.

Plaid is always in for the cold-weather months in some form or another. Get a great cropped wool jacket like this one from JNKS, right here in the KC metro area and a vendor at the next Haute Market event.

Giving Great Prizes!

Jack FM at 105.1 on your dial has been giving away great Haute Market prize packages all week long! Congratulations to our recent winners of the pack of two Haute Market admission tickets and two $50 gift cards for Avelle - The New Bag Borrow or Steal! Let us know what you borrow with your credit!