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Jimmy Choo

Lisa Serwin — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:00:33 +0000

Jimmy Choo will bring its international glamour and covetable shoes and bags to selected H&M stores. Woo Hoo – talk about style on a budget!

The collection will be available from November 14 in around 200 stores across the world.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124522785484222715.html

Consumer Confidence

Lisa Serwin — Tue, 26 May 2009 23:18:47 +0000

Consumer confidence is up – and most likely your urge to shop. There is a school of thought that suggests as follows: If you see an expensive item which immediately becomes a need – a burning passion you just can’t live without – walk away. If the desire continues unabated for at least five days and you can afford it, go back to the store. If the item is still there, your lust increases on seeing it again, and they have it in your size, congratulations. If it’s not there, or they are out of your size, consider yourself saved by karma. That way, you avoid acting on impulse and can know with certainty that you really want it.

Maintain your Fabulousness

Lisa Serwin — Fri, 22 May 2009 18:26:41 +0000

With the current trends towards austerity – how do you maintain your fabulous self? To save money while still looking chic:

Stretch your manicure/pedicure from two to three weeks (or at least your pedicure)
Stretch your hair cut to eight weeks
Go brunette
Try half a head of highlights instead of a full head (or color instead of bleach)
Re-learn how to park and skip valet when at restaurants or clubs
Figure out how to look fabulous at H&M instead of Saks Fifth Avenue
Skip your facial
Try a self tanner (tanning salons are bad for you anyway)
Try a new cheaper cosmetics line
Try well drinks
Hit the gym (a monthly membership is usually cheaper than separate Pilates or yoga classes)
Skip waxing and try shaving

These are just some of the many ways you can cut back and still look great.

You don’t need a man, you need a plan

Lisa Serwin — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:24:58 +0000

In this recession, even wedding vows are suffering: http://www.thebigmoney.com/articles/hey-big-gender/2009/02/12/forget-dow-check-vows. Marrying well is never a sound financial plan – they can always leave. What you need are skills and a budget. That way, you will always be able to care of yourself.