The Most Awesomest Stuff Ever

That's All Folks

2009-11-30T16:00:00.000-06:00

After much consideration, I have decided to fold up the old TMASE tent. Thanks to all of you who have Asked Jennifer or Colie and especially to those of you who commented or checked this blog with any regularity.

Happy Shopping!

-- Jennifer

Early Turkeys: ShopCrock.

2009-11-20T11:46:00.002-06:00

Listen up, my little porkchops, it was only a matter of time before I returned to the well of crazy that we all know and love. The good folks at Shopbop aim to please, and they aren't messing around this time either!

My football watching, and playing, attire. Or, alternatively, Courteney Cox wardrobe selection for Cougartown.

Back off bitches, I saw it first!

Flattering for any girl's figure.

Didn't Debbie Gibson wear these in a music video about 25 years ago? With that ridiculous hat?

Apparently, this garment has been classified as a "dress" and can be yours for $370. Hurry!

I totally die for these $291 sequin sweatpants. That's like Richard Simmonswear for girls!

And as if the aforementioned horrors aren't enough to blind your fashion senses, for $231, you can wrap yourself up in that gold shiny thing.

And with that, TMASE is taking a bit of a blogging break to regroup. Have a great Thanksgiving.

Deco-fabulous

2009-11-20T07:25:00.000-06:00

These earrings? I DIE.

Foot Candy

2009-11-19T11:30:00.001-06:00

Bling out your flats!

Crosswise

2009-11-19T08:32:00.002-06:00

Now I'm certainly not saying that you should wear all three at once, but one of these Marc Jacobs crossbody messenger bags will definitely do the trick.

Make Believe Land

2009-11-18T11:42:00.000-06:00

Eat like royalty.

Loopy

2009-11-18T07:39:00.000-06:00

Alexis Bittar never disappoints.

I'll Get It

2009-11-17T12:07:00.002-06:00

How about this vintage rotary phone, in five colors!

To The Point

2009-11-17T07:36:00.000-06:00

Absolutely love this gorgeous ring.

Tux'd

2009-11-16T12:04:00.001-06:00

In navy. Unexpectedly awesome.

Tick Tock

2009-11-16T07:38:00.001-06:00

I am so on these clocks.

Poodleena

2009-11-15T08:09:00.000-06:00

This one is for Colie, and her doodle, Lola. Follow Lola on Twitter. No, I'm not kidding.

Bopping Along

2009-11-13T11:29:00.006-06:00

The Shopbop folks take a regular beating over here at TMASE. So today, out of the kindness of my cold, black heart, let's take a look at some of the insanely fabulous things over there. Yes, there is some good stuff among all of that ridiculousness.

Love, want, must have this Moschino dress.

This Marc by Marc Jacobs coat is utter sweetness. Those boots? Fugnacious.

They stock a million and one pairs of boots, and this one from Frye is so versatile and awesome, I may be ordering it soon!

I can't get over how awesome this Helmut Lang dress is. Yum.

And this gorgeous DVF tank, which goes with pretty much anything.

Now let's all wait for the really good sale!

Out Damned Spot!

2009-11-13T07:42:00.000-06:00

I don't often post about beauty products, but this is seriously a $10 miracle worker that should be in every girl's stable.

Mirror Mirror On The Floor

2009-11-12T12:04:00.000-06:00

Love the details on this floor mirror from West Elm.

Sock It To Me

2009-11-12T07:53:00.000-06:00

Serious cuteness for adults!

Begging for Change

2009-11-11T11:37:00.000-06:00

Spare some change for these pups.

Read Between The Lines

2009-11-11T08:05:00.000-06:00

Store your glasses here.

For The Teacher

2009-11-10T11:39:00.000-06:00

Take a bite.

Never Forget

2009-11-10T07:04:00.001-06:00

It's always the right time for one of these.

High Five

2009-11-09T11:56:00.000-06:00

I love this ginormous Connect Four!

Ka-Ching

2009-11-09T07:52:00.000-06:00

Penny for your thoughts?

Friday Fashion: Mad for Plaid

2009-11-06T11:46:00.001-06:00

I would like a plaid shirt. Not red. Not more than $100. Longer -- tunic length even. And I don't want a men's shirt. This is a much more difficult task than one would think. Here are some options:

This is a great, unexpected option from Nordstrom. The cheapest of the whole lot at $34!

Urban Outfitters of course has a few options, and this one has an interesting contrast at the top.

Not just for jeans, Levi's has a great flannel plaid with princess seams.

Not sure about the cut of this one from Abercrombie & Fitch, but they do have a good selection of non-red plaids.

This one is red, but I like the styling so much that I may be able to overlook it.

This one from American Eagle Outfitters is especially cheap and cute!

You know what I'll be looking for this weekend.

Step Up

2009-11-06T07:34:00.000-06:00

Oh yes.

Lock It Up

2009-11-05T11:41:00.001-06:00

For the really good wines.

Charge It

2009-11-05T07:38:00.001-06:00

Your ipod, that is.

Dwell on This

2009-11-04T11:23:00.000-06:00

All sizes on sale for $50. At Target!

Science Experiment

2009-11-04T07:22:00.001-06:00

Blame Colie. She found it. Hee!

Hey Grimace!

2009-11-03T12:00:00.000-06:00

Great cashmere, awesome colors. Under $100.

That's A Lot In A Box

2009-11-03T07:36:00.000-06:00

Take your gaming on the road.

One More

2009-11-02T11:31:00.001-06:00

And these! It's a mystery what I'm looking for these days, right?

Rollin On With Rivers

2009-11-02T07:41:00.000-06:00

In a brilliant bit of cross marketing, go buy yourself a hilarious Weezer snuggie and get their new cd Raditude for free.

Or go deluxe and get the zebra Weezer snuggie. Here they are playing in their snuggies on Letterman last week (check out the kid in the Joaquin Phoenix costume in the back)!

Handbag Heaven

2009-10-30T11:34:00.000-05:00

Once upon a time, there was a girl who was obsessed with finding and acquiring the perfect black handbag. Guess who that girl is?

There's a reason why Jacqueline Onassis carried an earlier version of this Gucci bag, and that's the same reason the company continues to make (and update) it. $2100

I could totally rock that chain link handle. Anya Hindmarch, for $1150.

Just a simple girl with a dream. Prada, for $1695.

I have a Chloe Paddington that I have worn into the ground, and I would love to replace it with this gorgeous Paraty Shopper. $1895

I love this unexpected perforated leather tote from YSL. $1495

So many options, so few funds, but lots of great eye candy nonetheless. Have a great weekend!

And Also ...

2009-10-30T07:38:00.000-05:00

These are pretty awesome too.

Furry

2009-10-29T11:35:00.000-05:00

I'm going for the Grand Poobah of the Waterbuffalo Lodge look.

Either Way

2009-10-29T07:49:00.000-05:00

Coming.

Going.

This Is It

2009-10-28T11:53:00.000-05:00

The best deal on a stylish suede bootie around.

It's That Time Again

2009-10-28T07:45:00.008-05:00

Once again, they've been hitting the crack pipe over at the Shopbop headquarters.

I can't decide what's worse -- that these things are $1160 or that they are almost sold out. LORD.

X marks the spot, for $650.

Turn your stems into a doily, for $110!

Goes with everything, especially those lace leggings. $95 to show your bits for free.

I can't tell you how many times I went into my closet and wished I too had a tye-dyed blouson jumpsuit. $308 clams later, and it's mine.

This nonsense just never gets old.

Pig Out

2009-10-27T11:34:00.002-05:00

The way bacon was meant to be served.

Cracked

2009-10-27T07:31:00.002-05:00

Awww, nuts.

Fair Warning

2009-10-26T11:27:00.002-05:00

These will be given out at my next party.

Cheap Thrills

2009-10-26T07:26:00.000-05:00

And now the Gap has jewelry.

Crew News

2009-10-23T12:08:00.000-05:00

The hits just keep on coming. This blazer is going to be mine.

At the Crew. Where else?

In the Tank

2009-10-23T07:31:00.002-05:00

I have been quite disappointed with the fall line from Martin + Osa, but this ruffle tank has possibilities.

Wah Wah Wah

2009-10-22T11:43:00.001-05:00

I'm in one of those moods today. Hence, this:

I defy you not to laugh.

A Kiss on the Neck

2009-10-22T07:30:00.000-05:00

This is just badass.

Good job Crew.

Almost But Not Quite

2009-10-21T12:06:00.001-05:00

Not your mother's Talbots. Except for those hideous shoes.

I'm Melting

2009-10-21T08:03:00.001-05:00

Make sure to put something green in these.

Playing Around

2009-10-20T12:01:00.000-05:00

I saw this 7 in 1 game set in the latest House Beautiful, and this really is a great gift. Party on!

Put Up Your Dukes!

2009-10-20T08:11:00.001-05:00

This has good time written all over it. No, not him.

Kermit Approved

2009-10-19T12:08:00.000-05:00

I don't really know what's with me today, but I'm sort of loving these tacky shoes too!

Bingo!

2009-10-19T07:53:00.000-05:00

I sort of love this ultra-tacky Bingo wall art from Ye Olde Barn.

One Kings Lane

2009-10-16T12:01:00.000-05:00

Have you been over to One Kings Lane? This is one of those flash sale sites, featuring home goods. And unlike some of the other flash sale sites, OKL has some amazing deals on incredible goods for the home. Look at some of the great stuff they have had in the past few weeks:

Amazing George Smith sofas and chairs at half off. SO tempting.
Riedel wine glasses and decanters at 30% off.
A $400+ Missoni Home throw for $189!
Burnished horn bookends with a brass base, straight out of Elle Decor, for $79.
I spied a huge selection of lacquer boxes in all different shapes and sizes, most in the $25 range.
This stainless steel and wood tray by Thomas O'Brien was $79, down from $150.

This is an invite only site, and I'd be happy to share the wealth. If you'd like an invite, shoot me an email or drop a comment below. Happy Shopping!

The Drapes

2009-10-16T08:10:00.001-05:00

This is just calling my name.

Heads or Tails

2009-10-15T07:59:00.000-05:00

Affordable Happy Chic!

Overtipper

2009-10-14T11:48:00.001-05:00

Love the tipped t-neck on this way too expensive sweater from BR.

Everything's Better Now

2009-10-14T08:14:00.000-05:00

So wrong, yet so right.

Family Photos

2009-10-13T12:09:00.000-05:00

Bring a little crazy into your house.

Don't Be Alarmed

2009-10-13T08:05:00.001-05:00

Perfect for a guest bedroom.

Big and Bad

2009-10-12T12:01:00.002-05:00

Grandma, what big eyes you have!

Two by Two

2009-10-12T07:42:00.000-05:00

Add a menagerie to your bookshelf.

Bopped on the Head

2009-10-09T12:02:00.008-05:00

You know you've been waiting for it. Shopbop has cleaned up its act but they just can't seem to let some of their bad habits go. Yay for us!

Tonight I'm gonna party like it's 1982!

Now what do you think Tim Gunn would say about these jeans with sheer mesh panels?

You too can look like a doily!

Casual Fridaywear. In fact, I'm wearing these today!

What's up with all this sheer stuff? At least she's wearing a bra.

Now this looks like she just messed herself. I mean, really.

Who buys this stuff? Ponder that, and have a good weekend!

Blocked

2009-10-09T07:39:00.001-05:00

Just when I'm about to lose all hope, they go and do something like this.

Ask Jennifer: Winter Boots

2009-10-08T11:48:00.000-05:00

After showering me with compliments, Jill asked if I could recommend some winter boots. But not just any winter boots will do. Jill is looking for the holy grail -- a fashion boot that will stand up to snow and slush and say "I am fabulous despite the crappy weather." I've been buttered up and off I go!

Yes, it looks like a winter boot, but it has a wedge and other design details that make it a little more fashionable than the rest. From Cole Haan.

I get a lot of flak for it, but I do love a good pair of Uggs. And when I say a good pair, I mean a streamlined boot like the Knightsbridge, above. You will never be more comfortable and your feet will stay warm.
Michael Kors has a shiny, weatherproof patent boot lined in shearling that you can wear cuffed or over the knee.
These Merrells are lined in Thinsulate to keep you warm and are waterproof. The heel isn't doing you any fashion favors, but then again, you'll be trekking through snow.

If you want something short, these waterproof, patent leather Sperry Topsider boots are really cute.

My guess is that more merchandise will hit the shelves in the coming weeks, so keep your eyes peeled for more options. Good luck!

Are you looking for something and can't find it? Then Ask Jennifer! What are waiting for?

No Slouch

2009-10-08T08:18:00.000-05:00

I am in love with this Kooba hobo bag. It will be mine.

GLEE

2009-10-07T12:08:00.003-05:00

If you aren't watching GLEE, you should.

Oh and awesome doesn't even begin to describe Jane Lynch.

Witchie Poo!

2009-10-07T08:04:00.000-05:00

Happy Halloween!

The Key

2009-10-06T11:50:00.003-05:00

Another great Tiffany knockoff, for cheapskie!

It's Official

2009-10-06T07:59:00.001-05:00

She's hilarious.

Wooooof!

2009-10-05T12:04:00.001-05:00

For Fido!

Wrapped.

2009-10-05T07:59:00.000-05:00

Love this scarf/muffler!

Fun Friday: I'm A Barbie Girl

2009-10-02T12:07:00.008-05:00

So, Mister Happy Chic himself Jonathan Adler won the honor of designing a real life Malibu dream house to celebrate Barbie's 50th birthday (bitch looks good for 50, no?). And, as luck would have it, we too can Barbie-fy our lives with some amazing black and pink accessories, designed by the man himself. Take a look!

There she is, miss fabulous herself!
A girl has to put her sunglasses somewhere!
Cheeky jars to store grooming necessities
Ginormous pink lacquer trays for all of your glam accessories

A needlepoint pillow descriptive of a Barbie girl!

Lots more here. Be happy and have a great weekend!

Right and Wrong

2009-10-02T07:24:00.003-05:00

Yes.

No.

Kiss Me Kate

2009-10-01T11:40:00.000-05:00

Oooooh, lots of good stuff over at Kate Spade, and it's all on sale!

What are they drinking over at Kate Spade, and where can I get some? Go swoon for yourself here.

No Time Like The Present

2009-10-01T07:51:00.000-05:00

Go crazy with this cheeky cuckoo clock.

Have a Seat

2009-09-30T12:00:00.000-05:00

Ballard Designs, good work!

Shoot!

2009-09-30T07:52:00.000-05:00

I want these.

Unlocked

2009-09-29T12:02:00.000-05:00

Because I really don't feel like spending $2000 for the Tiffany version.

Zipped Up

2009-09-29T08:15:00.001-05:00

New designer, new love.

Animal Instincts

2009-09-28T12:08:00.000-05:00

I am going to reserve my copy of Walton Ford: Pancha Tantra right away. If only I had the cash -- or the space -- for one of his wonderful, ginormous, and hilarious watercolors. *sigh*

Piece It Together

2009-09-28T08:02:00.000-05:00

This ingenious cutting board also doubles as a fantastic serving piece.

Fashionable Friday: In Theory

2009-09-25T11:56:00.012-05:00

If there is one contemporary designer that consistently brings it, it's Theory. Yes, the price point is high for the product, but the clothes are wearable, modern and last a long time. Also? if you need a classic suit, Theory always has an updated version available, tweaking the design every single season. This fall, I'm particularly in love with some of the non-suiting options. Take a look:

Whoa.

Perfect weekend wear.

Ignore those horrifying pants.

A subtle ombre treatment to a classic shift dress.

I never thought I would see the day when I approved of slim cargo pants.

Get yours here, here, here or here. Or, if you're lucky, at an Off Fifth, Nordstrom Rack or even TJ Maxx. Have a great weekend!

I Don't Speak French But ...

2009-09-25T07:59:00.001-05:00

J'adore these petite French boxes.

Baaaa!

2009-09-24T11:27:00.000-05:00

I just find this to be hilarious and ridiculous at the same time.

Doubled Up

2009-09-24T07:26:00.000-05:00

I call this look "comfortable."

Wrong Number

2009-09-23T11:44:00.002-05:00

Ye Olde Barn wants to charge us 40 clams for some numbered mason jars. Love the concept, but I think I can do this myself at less than half the price.

Vampire Repellant

2009-09-23T08:11:00.002-05:00

And now I have a new way to chop garlic.

Cocktails x2

2009-09-22T12:05:00.000-05:00

Yes, you can have a cocktail before five o'clock.

Shake It!

2009-09-22T08:03:00.000-05:00

It's always five o'clock somewhere.

Variations on a Theme

2009-09-21T12:08:00.003-05:00

I like this one too.

Saucered

2009-09-21T07:54:00.002-05:00

One for every member of the family.

Just A Simple Girl With A Dream

2009-09-18T12:04:00.010-05:00

I'm in the market for a few basics this year. I have my eye on some of these. We can always benefit from some deliciousness on a Friday afternoon ...

A new dress for the office.

A long open cardigan.

Fantastic motorcycle boots.

This bag.

A great top.

I can't give away all my secrets. But you get the idea. Have a great weekend!

New At The Crew

2009-09-18T07:34:00.000-05:00

How the Crew manages to bust out a new, loveable slew of clothes every 30 days is beyond me. But I want one of each.

Check out other new arrivals here.

Thar She Blows

2009-09-17T12:00:00.000-05:00

Ahoy Matey!

Vroom

2009-09-17T07:53:00.000-05:00

I'm really jonesing for some biker boots this season. I have an old, beat up pair and they need to be retired. Here's what I'm looking at now.

Leave it to Barneys Co-op to do it up just right.

J.Crew's sister shop Madewell offers a utilitarian option. No bells and whistles, but it does the trick.

This Tory Burch option is more feminine with the heel, and that wrap belt is something to behold.

I can't abide by those dated tracksuits, but these motorcross boots from Juicy are great.

Love that cris-cross strap around the ankle of these DVF motorcycle boots.

My boyfriend Frank always comes through in a pinch.

Arc Rival

2009-09-16T11:59:00.002-05:00

I recently saw this in person and went absolutely ape over it. It's a great lamp!

Sui-eet

2009-09-16T08:14:00.000-05:00

The highly anticipated Anna Sui Gossip Girl Inspired collection for Target has just hit the stores. And because I'm such a giver, I went and tried on a bunch of different pieces and will now report my coveted opinions to you all. Hee!

I call this the shark dress because of the teeth. I have seen this one in a slew of fashion magazines and while it does photograph well, it's a hot mess in person. The waist is too high and it has some jacked up strap action going on in the back. Not good.

They call this a dress, but it is more like a completely sheer piece of fabric with dots. Oh it has real potential, but I just don't have any use for something like this.

I didn't try this one on, but it sure looks adorable in the photo.

This is what I call the Wednesday Addams dress. It's a satin, drop waisted flapper type dress without the fringe. It's cute.

I ended up with this. Oh, it's completely sheer but it does look great with a cami underneath. I also think that unlike the rest of the pieces, it represents way better in person.

Overall, I found this designer collaboration to be of a much higher quality and wearability than other Target collections. For that reason, these pieces have been selling out of the stores right quick. Did you get any pieces, and if so, report back!

Floaty

2009-09-15T12:00:00.000-05:00

I'm a fan.

New Alexis Bittar Earrings

2009-09-15T08:15:00.001-05:00

Ooooh, lookie what is new from Alexis Bittar! I wear AB earrings pretty much every day, and I am definitely adding one or more of these to my must have list this fall.

LOVE!

What A Hoot

2009-09-14T11:47:00.000-05:00

Be wise with your money.