I am obsessed with 3 things right now: Essential Faith perfume oil, Voluspa candles, and Chan Lu wrap bracelets. 

These obsessions are 100% enabled by the best store on my block: Mimi and Hy.

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this store. If I knew how to type those cute little hearts, they would be inserted right here><. 

I love local, family owned stores that carry really cute stuff.

Check, check, and check for Mimi and Hy. 

This great boutique is owned by sisters Allison and Leah. They carry all the chic and hip jewelry, apothecary, and accessories minus the obnoxious pretentious attitude. (Thank God because I hate cursing out people for being rude azz biatches). They make shopping fun (ok, shopping is already fun). They make shopping into an experience bc they are so helpful in finding just the right thing, or they are content to let you browse without lurking behind you. 

Anyway, they give you tons of personalized attention whether you are buying a $20 candle or $150 pair of sandals. They know their products really well and when I return they always remember my favorites and have great recommendations of new merchandise.

Being from the South, this is just how shopping SHOULD be, but living in Los Angeles, it usually isn't (flash to the Pretty Woman shopping scene on Rodeo Drive: "....big mistake, huge...". Gosh, I sure love that movie)

Anyway, if you need a hostess gift, birthday gift, or just wanna buy yourself something for being so adorable and fabulous, head over to Mimi and Hy. You can also shop on their website. Here are 3 of my faves (you can get me either, or bc I never seem to have enough!) 

Do you remember waaaaaaaaay back in June when I hipped you about H & M launching a Jimmy Choo line on November 14, 2009?

Well, the time has come!

Don't think you're just gonna waltz in there and grab a couple pairs though. They are anticipating a big crowd, so get there early (and stay out of my way!).

They will be selling ladies clothing, shoes, handbags, and accessories.

I'm mostly excited about the shoes, which will range in price from $69.95 for cute ballerina flats to $299 for some kick ass thigh high boots. If you're  not familiar with Jimmy Choo (seriously?...we can't really be friends!!!) their shoes normally range from $600-$1,200.

The shoes are AMAZING! I thought they would be some sort of lower quality styles. No way. I've got my eyes on 3 pair. 

They will also be selling their Jimmy Choo purses, clothing, and accessories.

But wait, the fun doesn't stop with the Jimmy Choo ladies line. They will also have Jimmy Choo for men: shoes, clothing, wallets, bags/briefcases, and belts.

Don't sleep on this one guys. Check their website before you camp out in your sleeping bag. The H&M Jimmy Choo debut will only be at a handful of select H & M stores.

See you biatches there. Hopefully I'll be in front of you at the checkout line.

Someone told me the words "workout gear" and "cute" should not even be used in the same sentence.

I couldn't disagree more. Not only should it me mandatory they go together, it must also be exemplified during the workout process.

Cute workout gear is a MUST.

I hate going to the gym. I hate working out. I hate sweating. I hate wearing tennis shoes.

But, I love being healthy, playing with my kids, being alive, and wearing a bathing suit on occasion.

So, there must be a compromise. It's cute workout gear.

There are a few Brazilian lines that I love because the material is really comfy and they use pretty colors. These lines are pretty expensive though and since I don't enjoy working out, find it hard to justify paying so much when I'd much rather be buying a SKY dress.

BZbella is an amazing line that uses similar fabric at almost half the cost, and it's made in the USA.

The designer is a mom who specifically wanted to create a line to celebrate women's bodies with fun colors and design while still being functional, chic, and affordable.  YES! YES! YES! I love wearing clothes designed by moms because they just get it! Moms get what we want to hide and how we want to feel.

I wear their capris when I work out and they are amazing. They don't ride up on you like a lot of the cotton pants (the camel toe look is not cute, especially when you're supposed to be focused on squatting or running. Who has time to keep adjusting their pants in the crotch?). They are so comfy and soft and the material is extremely breathable so they don't get all funky and stinky if you sweat.

I love the BZbella capris so much I wear them around town to just run errands. They feel like pantyhose on my skin and I love it. They also accentuate all the right parts so I feel great when I'm wearing them.

If you gotta work out, get BZbella, or if you just wanna LOOK like you work out, get BZbella.

Here's a 25% off coupon: BZBwelcome

Get to shopping!!!!

My favorite, Ocean capri, I wear all the time.

Shopping is fun. Shopping and spending money for a great cause is even better.

Frederick's is offering a great deal on one of my favorite bras.

From now-October 31st, Frederick’s is offering their best-selling bra in a Limited Edition Pink Ribbon style. 20% of the sales will benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. 

The Hollywood Exxtreme cleavage bras is an amazing bra. Here's why you need to get it:

1. It pushes the girls up and in for amazing cleavage.

2. It's not that expenseive ($24.50 each if you buy 2 bras in this collection).

3. Part of the proceeds benefit a good cause.

4. Morris will co-sign the appeal of this beauty.

For the record, he did this all on his own.

Work it Naomi!

He's gonna kill me when he gets older.

Nordstrom is having it's big Anniversary Sale. I was really excited because it's all the Fall stuff, and I have 4 good reasons to shop this sale.

1. Morris starts Kindergarten in September and probably needs some "real" clothes (not just old shorts and tees he wore to preschool).

2. I haven't bought Fall stuff or shoes since before I was pregnant with Bronson (yeah, it's time).

3. They have beauty products on sale, which is rare for department store sales.

4. I "rarely" shop and I frickin deserve it.

So, the sale started at midnight PST Friday. I was going to try and stay up, but figured since prices don't go up until August 3, I should be fine, RIGHT? 

WRONG. Here it is 6AM, and EVERYTHING I want is already gone.

*Tory Burch ballerina flats-GONE

*Riding boots, size 7-GONE

*True Religion Jeans for Mo-GONE

*Paul Frank for Mo-GONE

*Nike Shox for Mo-GONE

*Jo Malone gift set-GONE

This is worse than waiting 2 weeks before Halloween to buy a kid costume!

Mamas, take note, DON'T SLEEP on a sale. 

Mommies and daddies, hold on to your diaper bags. You are NOT gonna believe this.

Tamara Mellon, mother, founder and President of Jimmy Choo has announced that Jimmy Choo will be designing a line of bags, shoes and clothing to be sold at select H & M stores.

This new Jimmy Choo line is set to debut November 14.

But wait...there's more. They are also gonna do a line of shoes, bags, and accessories for MEN.

That's right ladies. No more hiding those shopping bags in the car trunk.

Or pretending those new Poppy strappy sandals were an old pair of shoes you just "happened" to find the other day in the back of the closet. "These old things honey?"

Ladies, follow my lead:

Me: Hi honey. How was your day?

Dad: Not so great. Lots of work at the office (blah blah blah).

Me: Well, here's something to cheer you up. I got you a great new pair of Jimmy Choos for you to wear to work tomorrow. You can break them in by kicking your boss's ass in them.

Dad: Ah sweetie (kiss kiss). You're the best.

Me: That's not all. I even got you a stylin Jimmy Choo accessory bag to match your new shoes.

Dad: You shouldn't have. Wow. You're the best.

Me: Yeah, I know.

Dad: Seriously, you should go out and get yourself something too.

Me: Well, now that you mention it...(you know how the the rest of this story goes).

I was so happy that Morris and Bronson were in the bed by 7:30. Since my sister was over, I figured it's a Wednesday and I should go out and do something wild and crazy that I don't normally do. 

I head to Target.

As I pull up to Target around 8:45 PM, it looks a little different from my 8:45 AM shopping experience. The parking lot is PACKED and sounds more like a night club.

I finally find a parking space after driving around for 9 minutes and maneuver past all the teens dancing outside their cars ( I just wish they weren't all blasting Lady GaGa). I walk hesitantly towards the store and discover there are no shopping carts left. 

I head back towards Studio 54 and find a few buggies next to the lady selling bacon wrapped hot dogs. Man, do they smell good. She quickly marks her territory though and loads a cardboard box of hot dog buns in one and a case of Orangina in the other. 

I survey the "dance floor". Spotted, a stray shopping cart by the mobile Daniel's Taco trailer. There is a pretty long line so I'm thinking of Plan B. Just then, a mom with 2 kids in tow asks  if I need a buggy. Maybe she recognizes me as an AM regular and feels my displaced pain of bewilderment. 

As we engage in the buggy trade off. She warns, "It's crazy in there." I'm stunned. I keep telling myself it's only Target! If I can handle getting dropped kicked in the ribs by Morris while chasing Bronson to shield him from electrocution, I can surely handle a late night shopping run.

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It should come as no surprise that one of my favorite kiddie lines is Haute Stuff. Their line is so hip and funny. The slogans on their clothes say exactly what most people are thinking. I wish they made everything in adult sizes. Most of their onesies, tees, tanks, and hats are baby sizes, but they also have 2T, 4T, and 6T. Their line is all about attitude and expression. They feature cute slogans with baby personal ads, gas station patches, tatto style, throwback shows (Dukes of Hazard, The Dating Game),and hello my name is: (georgeous, trouble, heartbreaker, fabulous). Their basic food group line is really cute too. They pair 2 food items and put one on the front and one on the back right on the tushie.  Think bacon and eggs, hamburger and fries, and every newborn's favorite- pancake with coffee. I can't get enough of this line. 

Your best friend just called, and she's pregnant...for the first time...with twins...2 girls. The problem? You have 3 boys and they're all teenagers. What in the world are you going to get her? The last time you bought baby items, gas was less than a buck per gallon. Don't get your panties in a wad, get to Stinky Pants. Fellow Hot Mama, Michelle Alegria Naccarato and her husband (he's hot too) Mario Naccarato created a hip children's store with all the latest trendy and hip clothing and acessories as well as hard to find European lines. Their ultra chic Lincoln Park boutique offers clothing, toys, accessories, and footwear from infant to teen sizes. 

Your G4 grounded and you're not gonna be in Chi-town anytime soon? Never fear, their website offers you all the hot items they carry in their Chicago store. They have a great "what's hot" feature which will take you directly to "baby girls".  Instantly you can choose from Catamini, Deaux par Deaux, and Misha Lulu. But wait, you have to check out Heelarious-baby's first high heels. Are they serious?  These are too cute (and that's from a mom that doesn't put shoes on her baby). The boy stuff is just as amazing. Charlie Rocket, Imps and Elfs, and Rowdy Sprout have the cutest duds. But the McLovin', McSteamy, Props to Pops, and My Mommy is Muy Caliente tees and onsies are must haves. Don't put your Visa away just yet. The fun doesn't stop at clothes and shoes. Hooter Hiders, hair clips, baby toiletries, leg warmers, bibs, ties, and trumpette socks will make your gift complete.  Oh yeah, and throw in a couple Melissa and Doug toys and musical instruments.

Stinky Pants has amazing customer service and can help do custom orders over the phone. Their staff is so friendly, just tell them the occasion and they will put together an amazing ensemble to impress the pickiest tot. Their clothes and hip store have major attitude, but their service does not, and that's my kind of shopping. They often offer free shipping and other smokin sales on their website. With a name like Stinky Pants, you can't go wrong.

Being the proud American that I am, I decided to do some economy stimulation the other day. So, I visted 3 websites and made 3 very lovely purchases.  've finally decided it's time to replace those old nursing nightgowns so my first stop was A Brief Affair. It's a great website that features all my favorite European and designer sleepwear (moms, when you're ready to get your sexy back, definitely check out this site). 

As I was unloading my "shopping cart" I noticed a box at the bottom that said "enter coupon code." I am one that hates passing on a deal. It just doesn't make sense to pay more for something, when you can pay less. I didn't have such a coupon, so I decided to google a coupon for this store.  Guess what!  The ingenious google search engine directed me to a few sites that listed coupon codes for this website.

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