There’s nothing better than a dress for looking pulled together when you’re late for work because your alarm didn’t go off (or, you press snooze thirty-seven times).

*Down from $49.50.
at gap.com

Modish just opened a little shop called Modishoppe and there are oodles of inexpensive indie-made treasures to snatch up. It’s a great place to look for that super-tough-to-buy-for friend, and I absolutely love these cupcake notecards. I’ll stash them away for those (countless) times I forget to buy a birthday card.
at […]

Add this delicately beautiful pin to your clutch or a wrap this holiday season and pull of the classy lady look. Seriously.

*Down from $68
at yoox.com

It’s that time again. Too bad I just yesterday bought a swimsuit for my (completely unplanned thus far–Honey? You there?) Honeymoon. Ah well, there are plenty more sweet deals to be had.
Lucia Printed Ballet Flats $59.99, Down from $118 (Plus an additional 20% off)

I’ve been pretty disappointed with BR’s offerings lately, but the dresses on sale caught my eye. I especially love the cap-sleeved number—my best friend picked it up for work and is changing accessories to wear to a wedding. Only she paid full price. (Sucka!)
Banana Republic Cap-Sleeve Lady Dress $109.99, […]

Jazz up your car, or if you’re a car-less city dweller like moi–your wall, a lampshade, a candle, or almost anything else–with a cute monogram sticker. I have to hold off for just three more months until the good old monogram changes, then I’m all over these!

at electrasmonograms.com

The bows add a nice subtle touch to a flashy green flat. Also comes in black, pink, and purple.

at delias.com

Not sure if it’s a good or bad sign that Vera’s line for Kohl’s is already on sale. (Could it have something to do with this? $675?) Either way, I’ll take it.
Small Date Hobo $33.99, down from $49

Pleated Tee $30.80, down from $44

Plaid Ruffle Top $39.99, Down from $58

Woven Beaded […]

I snagged one last year, and didn’t think it was possible to make it any more fabulous. But she did. Jenny Bee’s latest offering, the Prep By Month Calendar, is exactly what you need to be on top of your game, preppy and prepared, in 2008. And they make great gifts for […]

Ruffles are nice.
LAURA CLÉMENT Tuxedo-ruffle Shirt $39.99, down from $44.99

Gap Striped Ruffled Shirt Dress $49.99, down from $69.50

Old Navy Women’s Ruffled Keyhole Top $12.50, down from $14.50