Fab Friday Finds

Deals and steals all over the 'net.

HauteLook has great designer sample sales going on now! Sign up for their give away, then go check out the boutiques.

Avelle, the new Bag Borrow or Steal, has reduced prices on all Sale products! Get a designer bag for bargain prices. I just snagged an adorable Lulu Guiness handbag for under $50!

Lucky Brand Jeans :
'Tis the Season to be Lucky - Give and Get 40% Off! Enter code 8DFFM Offer good 12/7-12/14/08.

Buckle:
· $50 Off select men's Affliction jeans
· $10-20 Off select women's MEK jeans
· $10-20 Off select men's MEK jeans
· Extra 15% Off women's sale merchandise**
· Extra 15% Off men's sale merchandise**
*Specials are applied to merchandise and everything is priced as marked. Inventory is low on many styles and is not guaranteed.
**Includes merchandiser marked 25%, 1/3 and 1/2 off. Includes 3/4 sleeve and long sleeve tops, sweaters, outerwear, footwear and accessories. Excludes short-sleeve merchandise.
Favorite Bands. Favorite Brands. Shop Buckle.com.

Great music is fashionable

Music and fashion often go hand-in-hand. The makeup, the styling, it's all part of the package.

It's really great when a local band hits it big and it helps that they are fashionably hip too.

Drew6 and Haute Market have worked together several times over the last 2 years. Drew and a few of the band members have performed at the Haute Market events. Haute Market even had the honor of being the presenter for the We Kiss CD release party a few weeks ago.

Today I'm extra proud because Drew6 had the greatest review from our friends at INK Magazine here in Kansas City:

"With its latest, We Kiss, Drew6 shows it has no pretenses. The record is an unbelievably polished collection of catches and traps carefully designed to ensnare the female listener. With a sharp ear to the ’80s, We Kiss runs the gamut from upbeat electro-pop to snakey slowdowns. Gooey synths melt across distorted yet restrained guitars to back up singer Drew Six’s extra-breathy delivery." Steven Garcia, INK.

Not only is the music great, but Drew has a great sense of fashion...especially on stage. Always hot denim, usually a very cool vest and a hip scarf. Drew knows how the ladies like it! ;)

Get your CD and a few for your friends because this baby is blowing out quickly.
Download it directly to your music library.

More how-to hair

Simply how-to hair video by famed stylist, Jonathan:

Designers going ghetto?

I'm not sure where or when it started, but it was most noticeable with Target. Liz took the chance and revolutionized maternity wear. I noticed because I was pregnant at the time (ahem...again) and was so excited that someone thought beyond the maternity tent and actually designed affordable, wearable clothing that I wept (shut up...I was a preggo....we all cry).
Liz Lange Maternity for Target was genius.
Yet naysayers basically accused some designers of going ghetto...selling out to go "mass".

Next for Target was Isaac Mizrahi, three time winner of the prestigious CFDA Designer of the Year award. Selling out? Hardly. It's selling smart.
Making fashion more affordable? Brilliant.

Now you see Botkier doing bags for Target. For lack of better punch-lines...Target has hit the bulls eye time and time again.

Then there is Kohl's. I'm the first to stand up and protest the wearing of any "fashion" (ahem...using that term loosely) from Kohl's. And bless their hearts for trying, but Daisy Fuentes? No. Missed badly.

So what happened at Kohl's to make them finally get it? Well, the name ties my tongue up in knots (Very Vera by Vera Wang)...but otherwise I think they got it! Not to mention a sweet little line by the name of ELLE. Perhaps Kohl's realized that to carry a "designer brand", it helped that the label was by an accomplished designer. Someone who has not only been to fashion week but shown on the runway.

How do I know about this, you ask? I certainly don't watch the news.
I am going to make a confession.
I shopped at Kohl's last weekend.
Seriously...it was to find some shoes for the boys! They are little, they trash their shoes and I was going to teach them a lesson by making them wear those utility- boot looking things. Plus they carry Tony Hawke clothes and it's about the only brand my 8 will pay attention to and my 5 is addicted to (my 3 doesn't care...he'd rather run around naked).

We're making our way to the checkout and I remember..."oh yes...that silly rumor I heard about dear Vera and also our friends at ELLE".
YIKES...rumor no more...it happened.
"Hey...that dress is kind of cute (I duck my head and graze thru the rack). Cripes...this isn't half bad". It's pretty cute...most of it (beats the hell out of Croft & Barrow). I wanted to just grab a few "research items" and leave but figured an extra trip to make returns is not what I needed...so I tried a few things on and came home with some quite surprising finds. Bargains too since it was all half off. A Vera dress, t-shirt and ELLE's cute faux leather cropped jacket.

So it's kind of cute that designers occasionally go "mass". Why not? We're the one's that stimulate the economy, after all.
Wait....what's this? Zac Posen is now planning on an expansion beyond ready-to-wear and a lower-priced collection. Seriously? Ok...now I've heard it all. But truth be told...I can't WAIT! Zac Posen items that won't make me miss a mortgage payment? Brilliant!

World AIDS Day - it starts with you

Around forty million people are living with HIV throughout the world - and that number increases in every region every day. Ignorance and prejudice are fuelling the spread of a preventable disease. If people weren't so afraid of the prejudices, they might not be so afraid to test. Early testing can mean a meaningful life by easily keeping HIV at bay.

World AIDS Day, December 1st, is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV and AIDS. This year, it’s up to you, me and us to stop the spread of HIV and end prejudice.

HIV positive designer, Jack Mackenroth, started a fabulous campaign, Living Positive by Design. It's purpose is to further educate people about the importance of HIV testing in order to catch the disease early and to eliminate the stigma associated with having HIV. Jack has been surviving for a few decades with the disease and turns his experience into knowledge to share with others

You can be entered for a chance to win a beautiful red scarf designed by Jack. The red scarf borrows from the red-ribbon concept awareness, plus it's a fashionable look for these chilly winter days. Just email us right away to enter. Type "scarf contest" in the subject and give us your name, address and a valid email address. Drawing will be held this Friday at 11:59 pm. Winner will be notified by email. One entry per person. Valid in the continental United States.

Other ways to show your support:
Jack has also designed a special t-shirt to raise more awareness about the importance of HIV testing.
On the front it says “Love across barriers soothes the heart and cures the soul.” The back says “Shame can be fatal. Get tested.”

For more info, or to purchase, visit Jack's site.

Freebie from Sephora

See store for complete details, restriction, terms.
enjoy!

Eyes Wide Shut

I have this amazing new beauty instructor that I'm so excited about! She's teaching me great new beauty tips and applications. Recently I've been trying to perfect the smoky-eye look. I've blundered in the past, but now I have it down and my smoky-eye look is definitely smokin'!

My instructors name? Stila! She's so fabulous and she's at my disposal anytime I need her.
You can have your own Stila instructor as well. Just grab yourself one of the new Stila talking palettes and you could be on your way to smoky eyes, pouty lips, or learn to do an easy day-to-night eye shadow look. So popular that one of the color collections is sold out on their website!

Talk is Chic!

Stila's revolutionary 4-pan palette not only includes the four shades you need to create a shimmering smoky eye, it literally talks you through each application step! With the press of a button, a Stila artist teaches you how to create the perfect smoky eye, complete with artistry tips, which brushes to use, and product suggestions, all in under a minute.

Stila Cosmetics sent me this Sapphire's palette to test and I love it! Grab one for you and one for a friend...or three! They will love you for this amazing gift.

Join the Haute Weekly / Haute Market newsletter and have a chance to win your very own talking makeup palette!

LIMITED-TIME OFFER: Get FREE Shipping on any order that includes a Smoky Eye Palette! Just enter coupon code GOODEYES during checkout at http://www.stilacosmetics.com/

Guide to style and savvy shopping

Haute Weekly has launched successfully and the word is spreading all over the country. We have new readers from all corners and it's so exciting and encouraging to know that the decision to separate our online magazine info from the Haute Market shopping party site was a good one!

We will probably celebrate this momentous move for a few months...because we're always happy to have an excuse to party, shop and have fun!

To keep spirits bright, make sure you check out the gift guides, shopping deals AND make sure you on on the e-newsletter list because we give away one prize each week!

Great deals:
Black Friday Gift Guide - the Friday after Thanksgiving is a great shopping day, made better with our exclusive discounts.

Gift Card Guide - a list of many online retailers who offer the simplicity of online gift certificates. Who says you can't shop last minute from the comfort of your home and pj's?

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!