Panting for Pants!

Now, for those of you who don't know, the latest look for pants are at the ankle, a little above or as far up as hitting the knee. The cut ranges from Big Billowy Harem pants to more subtle such as a Jodpur style, with a very pegged/skinny leg and emphasis on the exaggerated front pockets; either very draped or with slanted tabs, sticking out more & lower than traditional cuts. I've been dying to find an updated version inspired by ones I've seen on the runway from Philip Lim's 3.1 line & the more conservative & beautifully tailored ones I've seen by Stella McCartney. The problem? Finding pants that suit my figure AND my wallet.

Now, the top 5 pictures are Bridge & Designer price points. The bottom 2 pics are my find!

These pants are an excellent choice for an updated Spring pant. They're made of black twill, have front slant pockets, the updated skinny leg & fit great! They can be worn during the day with ballet flats, at night with stilettos & when warm enough, with flat gladiator sandals.

Unfortunately the picture does NOT do them justice; they're REALLY cute in person. Now, for the kicker...I got them for $29.99 at TARGET!!! You can look in your local Target store or go to Target.com in the women's department, called the 'Go International Jodper Pant'.

This proves you don't have to spend a lot to look like you did!

Loving Lounge!

Swimming Hole Romper

When I worked at Anthropologie, one of the most valuable fashion tricks I learned was to shop in the Lounge Department. Why? Because you can find clothing just as stylish as in the Apparel Departments, for considerably less.

The mint green chemise with ecru crochet trim could easily pass for an easy breezy spring/summer dress! The price is only $88! It is beautifully constructed with pintucks, a drop waist with flounces & beautiful crochet trim!

The navy blue empire chemise is reminiscent of Morocco, printed with patina gold starbursts & polka dots, with a panel of patina gold polka dotted fabric, gathered & shirred going down the center front of the dress, yours for $58. Add a pair of gold earrings & sandals & your good to go!

The black romper is ADORABLE & so of the moment! Rompers are one of the biggest Spring/Summer trends in 09'. One could wear it with flip flops during the day or with flat or high heeled gladiators at night, a long gold necklace & an envelope purse. Only $68.

Find these items at your local Anthropologie shop or Anthropologie.com...if you stop in at the one in Westport, CT, tell them 'xtina' sent you! ;)

Snoozing Twenties Chemise

Dappled Light Chemise

Paradise