Haute Holiday Fashions (For Less Than $50)
December 19th, 2011 by Fashion StaffCheck out some of our Haute Holiday Fashions Under $50 picks! These affordable, sane price tags that leave plenty left over for your gift list. Read on for party-perfect dresses that won’t set you back more than $50, and give your budget a break–just think of this as our holiday present to you.
Sleeveless Lace Dress, $42.08 (originally $49.50) available at dELiAs.
Foil Printed Cami Dress, $44.90, available at AKIRA.
Right Angles Dress, $48, available at NastyGal.
Skater Dress with Short Sleeve, $48.18 (originally $69.08), available at ASOS.
Looking for more options and ideas? Don’t fret, check out more options here.
D&D Ultimate Holiday Gift Guides
December 12th, 2011 by Christen
It’s less than two weeks away, Christmas day – and you haven’t even begun your holiday shopping yet! Don’t worry, we have our quick holiday gift guides for Her, Him, Them and They! Over the next few days we’ll be adding more gift “lists” for you to choose from to get that perfect gift for that special someone (at the right price, of course.)
Holiday Gift Guide For Her
Holiday Stocking Stuffers Under $10
Holiday Gift Guide For D&D Kids
(COMING SOON) Holiday Gift Guide For Him
(COMING SOON) Holiday Gift Guide For Fashionistas
(COMING SOON) Holiday Gift Guide For Techies
D&D Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffer Gifts Under $10
December 9th, 2011 by ChristenWith holiday shopping in full swing, finding the right stocking stuffer is just as important as landing that “major” gift under the tree. Depending on how many stockings you have to fill, this stocking stuffer gift guide is filled with our top ten gifts for under $10 — sure to fit anyone’s gift-giving budget.
For the Digital Diva in your life, this jeweled 4GB flash drive is compact enough for your purse, but flashy enough to keep on a keychain and perfect for the digital diva on the go! Just under $6 this gift is the perfect petit stocking stuffer for friends, family and more!
The Spinbrush Globrush is the newest, coolest option in brushing that will light up your brushing routine! This battery powered toothbrush features a two-minute timed light that changes between red and green every 30-seconds, signaling when to switch to another quadrant of the mouth to ensure a proper full two-minutes of brushing. Perfect to kids ages 8 & up – for only $8.99 this brush is affordable, fun and a cool tech gift that is sure to get daily use!
3. Ikea Ordning Stainless Steel Timer
Ikea Ordning Stainless Steel Timer is leek and petite, and makes a great elegant gift for not a lot of dough. At only $5.99 it is perfect for a baker, and fits in easily with any decor.
This high tech gadget has enough bells and whistles to make most geeks drool. Twist the shaft one way and you get a ballpoint pen, twist it the other way and you get a stylus tip for stylusing stuff. Press the top button to turn on the laser pointer, press the bottom button to cycle through the flashlight and UV light. The flashlight even comes on a flexible shaft for precision aiming and priced at $9.99 you can’t beat it.
5. Designer Anna Sui – Rose Mirror
Bring the designer looks, without the designer price to your holiday season with this stylish vanity mirror. Priced under $10 at Amazon.com this gift will have you asking “Mirror, Mirror on the wall, who’s the thriftiest shopper of them all!”
Stylish and versatile, this houndstooth scarf has it all. Great quality and even greater price! Available in a variety of colors and starting at $6.99 – Who says fashion accessories can’t be stocking stuffers too!
7. iCloths
Practical and reusable, the i-cloths help make the most your screen time by gently cleaning the surface of an iPad®, e-reader, computer monitor, camera or smart phone. It removes fingerprints and dust so your screen is easy to read and use. Plus, it folds into a self-pouch so it’s convenient to carry with you. For under $5 this makes a neat gift for the gadget lover on your list.
8. Coby 1.5-Inch LCD Photo Keychain
The Coby 1.5-Inch Digital TFT LCD Photo Keychainis great and less than $10. This keychain has a 1.5in LCD that has full color capability. It stores over 60 photographs and support JPEG, GIF, and BMP image files.
9. Pink Hello Kitty Flash Drive
For the girlie techies in your life, this gift is sure to be a hit. This 4GB Flash drive in the likeness of the beloved Hello Kitty character is sure to showcase a girl’s style, while increasing her digital storage and just under $10 makes the perfect techie gift!
10. iPhone 4 Leopard Czech Rhinestone Case Cover
For the diva in all of us. Why not treat yourself to a little ‘bling’ this holiday season, by grabbing this rhinestone case for a stocking of your own. At just under $9 – this little gift to yourself or a well-deserving friend provides the gift of style that keeps on giving all year long!
Tis The Season…To Look Fabulous!
December 7th, 2011 by Cat Peoples
Tis the season to look fabulous! With all of the upcoming family gatherings and holiday parties for Christmas and New Years, I’ve put together 3 of my favorite Holiday Party looks that are sure to make you the best dressed employee at the Holiday party, the most stylish cousin at the family get together and the sexiest woman bringing in the New Year.
When celebrating the holiday with family, I always want to look cute and comfortable so this year I will be wearing my favorite denim top from Avenue at $34.50.
Just like Plaid, denim shirts are back in style and I love the way mine fits (Not too small, not too big).
I will be pairing my denim shirt with my Vibrant Flame Minnie Pant from J Crew ($79.50). They are unbelievable comfortable. I can dress them up or down. I love them so much I bought them in Black, Navy and Khaki as well.
My shoe pick also comes from J Crew. Ill be wearing the Glitterati Ballet Flat ($158) that are comfy with a touch of sparkle!
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Unfortunately I am not apart of Corporate America but I have tons of friends who are preparing for their office Holiday Party and if I am not mistaken, it takes place after work. That’s why I chose the Bubbled Career Navy dress with the camel bow skinny belt from Rackety Rack at $120. Its perfect to wear to work and head right over to the party after work hours. I love all of the beautiful drapes and folds. I would pair this dress with some Opaque tights with matching black pumps from Steve Madden at $99.95.
If you are planning to attend a formal Holiday party, here are two dresses that will definitely make you stand out in the room. My first choice is the Swing Dress from ASOS Curve ($136.35). Its soft, feminine and flows so beautifully. Another great option is the Samantha Sequin Party Dress by one of my favorite designers Monif C ($228). You can never go wrong with Sequin, it is a definite show stopper. I would pair this form fitting glamorous dress with a nude Louboutin Pump. What looks do you have your eyes set on for the upcoming Holiday parties?
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Versace For H&M Press Preview Event!
November 21st, 2011 by ChristenWe’ve tweeted, talked, stalked and held our breath up until the day that the Versace For H&M collection was available for purchase…it has came, went and we’re still as excited as if the announcement was just made yesterday. Check out the chaotic excitement that was the Versace For H&M Pre Shopping Event…
First off, let me be honest – Am I a die hard Versace fan? No. In fact, I was an anti-Versace fashionista for a long time. Since the Versace for H&M collection was announced, I have had my doubts, snickers and serious side eyes on what to expect from the collection. Since reviewing the collection via online photos, etc – I still had a few reservations on what to expect from the designs in real life. But on Friday, November 18th – H&M launched a special Press Preview & Pre-Shopping event for their highly anticipated Versace For H&M Collection.
Upon arrival I stumbled across two lines – one line filled with people camping out for Saturday’s public release of the collection, and another line filled with socialites, bloggers, industry stylists, editors and more. In the blink of an eye, once those doors opened – all since of fashion civility went out the window and the ferocity of finding fashion gold became top priority. Spotted throughout the aisles were Robert Verdi, Bevy Smith, Diane Valentine and more!
Since I didn’t have any set piece in mind, I stood by the entrance and watched the H&M staff replinish the racks with loads and loads of Versace designs. Once I saw something I liked, I got the attention of the associate and asked for my size. For the most part, I got away unscathed (barely).
I didn’t want to buy pieces (in my opinion) that could easily be identified as apart of the Versace for H&M collection – because once the fad is done, then what? I wanted pieces that I could easily mix and match within my current wardrobe. Some of these looks I could easily pair with a blazer or jeans and take the look from day to night with ease. (Wearing the pieces all at once? Not gonna happen *smile*) Take a look at some of the pieces that I scored during the event and let me know what you think!
Versace For H&M Top – $49.95
Versace For H&M Leggings – $29.95
I just had to get the opinion of my Twitter family before I hit the registers…
Versace For H&M Dress – $79
Now onto my favorite finds….THE ACCESSORIES! I can definitely testify to the fact that I scored big on the accessories (because by the time I even arrived inside of H&M many of the fierce finds were already gone.)
Versace For H&M Emblem Choker
Versace For H&M Lion Choker
Did you head over to H&M over the weekend? Let us know what you found!
If you haven’t seen the collection yet check out the rest of the Versace For H&M Collection online here.
Microsoft Monday (LIVE BLOG)
November 7th, 2011 by Christen
Our special friends at Microsoft has taken over our Monday with a series of events – in which we can’t help but proclaim today as Microsoft Monday! Everything from the new Windows phone, XBox 360 games, holiday gifts and more – if it’s Microsoft, then it’ll be here. Check back often as we update our Microsoft Monday (live) experiences hourly with up to date news and more right here on DivasandDorks.com.
12:00 noon – Arrived to Casa Nonna for the Microsoft Open House luncheon
12:30 – All the new Windows phones have great photo-taking / sharing quality!
2:00pm – At the @Microsoft Open House Event at The Manhattan Center
2:15pm – Entertaining at home with Windows (via your livingroom)
Control your entire home entertainment system with the wave of the hand & voice activated controls…
Get your ski on… (Even if you’re nowhere close to the slopes) thanks to the Xbox Kinect!
2:41pm – From entertaining to the home office…
Use Bing travel to find the best airfare & hotel prices to plan travel for the holidays…
3:01pm – Lisa with Microsoft discuses how easy it is to find the best travel deals on the web using Bing!
3:15pm – Iron Chef winner Alex Guarnaschelli discusses how she uses tech from the kitchen (as Executive Chef of The Darby & Butter in NYC) to everyday life with her family…
3:50pm – Me & Santa hanging out! I think he likes Divas & Dorks…(What do you think?)
4:00pm – Just made it to Herald Square (35th & 6th) for the Windows Extravaganza… It’s HUGE!
4:30pm – DJ Virman spinning live!
6:00pm – The Windows Phone event is underway
Absolutely addicted to the Smore’s from the event…thanks Sweetery NYC!
Versace and H&M Brings Glamour Home For The Holidays…
October 31st, 2011 by ChristenDid this weekend’s deep freeze trick you into believing it was December? With frigid temperatures affecting the southeast and snow showers pummeling the east coast – many of us learned the hard way that summer is seriously long-gone and winter weather is here to stay. On a happier note, winter weather brings unforgettable holiday experiences as well as unforgettable holiday fashions with Versace and H&M.
As reported earlier this summer, Versace is set to release it’s affordable holiday collection via worldwide retailer H&M. Known for it’s vibrant (and sometimes edgy) fashions – Versace’s (led by Donatella Versace) womenswear collection will be dominated by dresses featuring studded leather, silk and colorful print, with accessories including high heels and costume jewelery. The men’s collection will focus on sharp tailoring, including ‘the perfect tuxedo’, as well as belts and jewelery, while for the first time in a designer collaboration at H&M, the collection will include some homeware pieces, including cushions and a bedspread.
“The collection for H&M is the essence of Versace. For the collaboration we’ve brought back from the archives, as well as from more recent collections, some of the icons of Versace…I can’t wait to see how H&M’s wide audience will make these pieces of their own.” – Donatella Versace.
Set for release in select stores nationwide on November 19th – H&M is hosting a pre-release celebration sweepstakes that could land you and a friend a trip to NYC (flight/hotel accommodations) and an exclusive sneak peek at the NYC Press Preview, November 18th. Want to enter? Click below:
Looking for a sneak peek at what to expect on H&M store shelves in two weeks? Check out a preview of the fabulous finds that Versace and H&M will have available November 18th …just in time for your fabulous holiday parties…
Are you planning on shopping the H&M Versace Collection?
Street Chic: After Holidays Edition
January 4th, 2011 by ChristenIt’s after the holidays and we’re sure that you’re not going on any shopping splurges after your holiday gift-giving…So we decided to pay homage to the latest street-chic fashions from across the globe. Who knows, you could re-create similar looks from items in your own closet!
The perfect weekend ensemble this season includes a full-length skirt, comfy oversized cardigan, and luxe utility tote.
There’s nothing like the ease and comfort of ripped denim and shades. Pair it up with a deep hue blue wool peacoat and accent scarf and you’re ready for the day.
An everyday outfit for a stylish Parisian: button-down blouse, leather jacket and over-the-knee boots.
A white lace dress proves seasonless with this ensemble. As a prominent trend for spring 2011, start wearing one now to get ahead of the game.
Don’t feel chained to dark colors this winter; try out a neutral-toned jacket, medium wash denim and camel-colored boots. The subtleness of a patterned knit makes all the difference to an otherwise simple outfit.
(Photos: Courtney D’Alesio)
For more stylish looks check out Style.com, Elle.com or Essence.com
Geek/Chic: Last Minute Gift Idea
December 16th, 2010 by ChristenIf you have a girly geek in your life, I found the perfect gift just in time for that empty space under the Christmas tree! This mini floppy disc pillow brings on just enough nostilgia and comfort that any geek (manly or girly) can handle.
Check out this super-cute mini throw pillow by mymimi! It features a unique illustration of a happy floppy disc (including rosey cheeks and two-sided detailing).
Each mini pillow is 7″x7″x 3″ deep and would add cuteness to any room–No formatting needed! 
Size: 7″ x 7″
Materials: 100% cotton, 100% fiberfill and thread
D-I-Y: How To Make A Holiday Dress
December 15th, 2010 by ChristenFrom sparkle and shine to lace, ruffles and bows, holiday dresses this year are about as girly as they get. If you can’t find the holiday frock you crave, sewing is the easiest way to get the dress of your dreams…Stylist.com shares more on the details of measuring, selecting the pattern and more!
Just remember “ACCESSORIES MAKE THE OUTFIT” that’s my mantra and I’m sticking to it 
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