Archives for July 2008

Sizable Wallets

July 7, 2008

My love for big purses creates a challenge when it comes to finding my wallet. I realize that if I have a huge bag, I probably need to have a good sized wallet that I can easily find and grab. Otherwise, it takes me a good 5 minutes to fish around my seemingly bottomless bag to find my wallet when I need it.

Do you find yourself taking too long to pull out your wallet because it gets lost in the mix of your large purse?

Check out some of these easy-to-find wallets:

Coach Legacy Striped Accordian Zip Around Wallet available at www.coach.com for $248

Reptile Hinge Wallet available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $14.99

Latico Eelskin Wallet availalbe at www.piperlime.com for $89

Juicy Couture Elongated Clutch Wallet available at www.eluxury.com for $145

Cole Haan Gold Woven Leather Travel Zip Wallet available at www.bluefly.com for $105

Reptile Hinge Wallet available at www.forever21.com for $7.50

Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Clutch Wallet available at www.bloomingdales.com for $178

Gucci Brown GG Canvas Zip Continental Wallet available at www.bluefly.com for $348

Cole Haan Village Slim Zip Wallet available at www.neimanmarcus.com for $155

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Category: Fashion, Wallets | 23 Comments

Best Buds

July 2, 2008

There are a few things in life that I can’t live without – Lay’s plain potato chips, gummi bears and the company of my friends. The past two weekends I’ve had the pleasure of spending time with my two best friends – TT and AD.

Oftentimes, I don’t even consider T as a friend; she’s more like a sister to me. We bring out the best in each other and she’s always been there to support me no matter what and vice versa. We’re like Oprah and Gayle! I can talk to her about any and every thing as much as I want. When we get together it’s like we’re back in high school again. When I was in Chicago last week, we laughed, reminisced and had a great time. We’ve been best friends for nearly 15 years now and I couldn’t imagine life without her.

TT and me.

The week before I went to Chicago, my other friend, AD, came to visit me here in New York for the first time. She’s my fashionable friend who is just as spoiled as I am. We shopped, laughed and bickered just like we did when I lived in the Windy City. We grow closer each year and I’m so glad she’s a part of my life.

AD and me.

I do have one other best friend, Wanza, but we haven’t seen each other in about a year. We keep in touch via phone and text. Hopefully, I’ll make it to Tampa before the summer is over to hang out with her too!!

Friends definitely make our lives more enjoyable.

Do you have a best friend? If so, what makes him/her special? What is the most important quality a true friend should possess? Please share!

Check out some of these celebrity BFFs:

Essence Atkins and Gabrielle Union

Tichina Arnold and Tisha Campbell

Kelly Rowland and Beyonce

Tyra Banks and Kimora Lee

Oprah and Gayle

LisaRaye and Vivica Fox

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Cute Kicks

July 1, 2008

I’m back from Chicago and I missed you guys so much!! I’m completely exhausted, but BGG has returned with regular posts. Yesterday was the first day I didn’t post anything. I was too tired since my flight was delayed 2 hours. Anyway, back to business!

Being that I have never liked the look of sneakers, sometimes a girly girl like me has to break down and buy a pair in an effort to stay fit. I hadn’t owned a pair of sneakers since high school until a few weeks ago. I decided to purchase a pair so I could exercise properly since we all know that stiletto heels and chic ballet flats won’t get the job done.

So, as I embarked upon my quest for cute, non-clunky athletic shoes, I surprisingly noticed that there were quite a few that were actually wearable. Now I can finally try to stay fit and still look feminine at the same time!

Are you a sneaker or as we call them in Chicago “gym shoe” person?

Check out some of these:

New Balance Women’s 893 Sneakers available at www.footlocker.com for $84.99