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The Watchlist: A Few Days of Fantasy

May 28, 2009 · 6 Comments

Honestly, if I had a lot of money, I would be having a field day on eBay this week. I found such a large amount of amazing stuff at insanely good prices, I am going to explode. Pulling myself away from spending… is not going to work much longer! I can’t take it anymore! Too… much… hotness…. I…… can’t resist…

Rozae Nichols Sheer Floral Jacket. Just gorgeous. $89 with 2 and half days left.

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A gorgeous Lithe Dress from Anthropologie. Currently $56 with 1 day remaining.

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Barbara Bui T-shirt. It has copper plates on it. I rarely find myself lusting over a t-shirt so badly as I am with this one.

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See by Chloe top. Retailed for $250. Currently just $27 with 36 hours to go.

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Sexy to an infinite degree, Mason Martin Margiela boots. $102 with 3 days left.

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Versace Dress. $71 with 17 hours left.

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Vintage Dress. Styled to perfection. $36 with just under 4 days remaining.

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Lee Angel Bracelet. $19 with 4 hours left. I’m in love with this.

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Akris Dress. Still has original tag of a whopping $995. Currently priced at $60.99 with 17 hours left. Sometimes for the sheer sake of the “savings”, it’s hard to not bid on something like this. This is too fantastic to ignore, and I am certain this is much more amazing in person than in the photo.

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Chan Luu Bracelet. $53.28 with 15 hours left.

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Vintage Kimono Sleeve Dress. $81 with 23 hours to go.

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Miu Miu Blouse.  Currently only $29 with 3 days left. Want it.

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80’s Tie-Die Denim Vest. Buy-it-now price of $34.50. Why is this working? I don’t know but it just is. I know a few people who could totally pull this off. Go for it!

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Rozae Nichols Beaded Top. Still has the retail tag for $225. Currently only $29 with 19 hours left!

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Rachel Comey shoes. $60 with 1 day and 15 hours remaining.

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Chanel Gold Square Earrings. Currently $102.50 with just under 2 days left. I just can’t help but love a big square chunk of gold.

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Marc Jacobs Heels. Retailed for $540. Currently just $22.50 with 3 days left.

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Vintage Embroidered Caftan. $81 with 23 hours to go.

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Blumarine blouse. Retailed for $493. Currently just $31 with 35 hours to go.

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Vena Cava Dress. Retailed for $575. Currently $48.89 with 1 day and 16 hours to go. I could not be more in denial that this is not in my size. If you are a size 2 please buy this outrageously cool dress!

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Vintage Piero Guidi Purse. Currently $45 with 1 day and 17 hours left. I had a vintage handbag phase a few years ago, and like magic, this may have sparked it again.

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Vintage Chanel Resin Necklace. Currently $57 with 1 day and 16 hours to go.

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Lee Angel Necklace. Retails for $330. Currently $73 with 2 days and 23 hours left. Love it!

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Barbara Bui Handbag. Currently $81 with 2 days and 20 hours remaining.

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Miu Miu Sequined Top. Retailed for $735. Currently just $49 with 3 and half days left. It’s cool, it’s chic, it’s unusual, and I am struggling not to bid on this.

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Vintage 80’s dress. $51 with 23 hours left. Want it.

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Vintage Dress. Priced buy-it-now for $90 or “best offer”. I’ve been watching this for 30 days. Somebody out there please buy this! It would make me feel good. It’s too cute to still be listed.

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These Miu Miu flats are among the best glittery shoes I’ve ever seen. Currently $47 with 1 day and 12 hours left.

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A timeless, great dress by Vera Wang. Currently $32 with 1 day and 14 hours remaining.

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This vintage shruken leather jacket is perfection. Sooooo tempting… $71 with 43 hours left.

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I don’t think I’ve ever seen a piece of Milly jewelry on eBay before, and for that reason, I want this. Comes new in the box. This necklace is currently $14.50 with 1 day and 19 hours left.

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Lastly, this truly amazing find is literally a piece of art and history. This paper dress is part of a limited collection from the 60’s and was used for political campaigns and commercials. Currently $56 with 39 hours remaining.

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Fab eBay Store: CHIQ VINTAGE

May 27, 2009 · 1 Comment

California-based eBay store Chiq Vintage offers a little bit of everything, but I especially noticed their selection of skirts and dresses, many of which look refreshingly simple and contemporary. The best part is that most of the items can be had for $20-$50. Come here for vintage items that have a little retro flair but don’t scream loudly for attention. Be sure to check out their vintage swimwear and accessories too!

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/CHIQVINTAGE

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The Vintage Watchlist: Less Than 24 hours…

May 27, 2009 · 1 Comment

Vintage Leather Fringe Pants. Priced at $129 with 20 hours to go.

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Vintage Gold Studded Dress. Currently $56 with 10 hours remaining.

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Vintage Lace Jacket. $109 with 21 hours left.

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Fendi Wedge Boots. $19.99 with 9 hours left.

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Huge Bakelite Safety Pins. Measuring in at a stylish 3.5 inches. These are currently a hit with 13 bids, now at $56.99 with 8 hours to go.

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The Watchlist

May 21, 2009 · 4 Comments

Cynthia Vincent Flats. Retails for $400. Currently $60 with 5 days to go.

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My favorite item this week- a Fendi shirt dress. Currently jsut $27.09 with 7 hours to go!

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Carmen Marc Valvo Dress. Currently just 18.99 with 5 days and 13 hours remaining.

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Sheri Bodell Top. Retails for $384, currently $98 with 4 days left.

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Lorrick Blue Tweed Dress. $33 with 4 days to go.

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Lauren Moffat Green Eyelet Blazer. Currently just $18.99 with 5 days to go.

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Vintage Lancel Bag. $69. 5 days left.

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Green Jcrew Coat. Currently $51 with just 1 day left!

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Vintage Metallic Bolero. $80 or best offer.

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Tracy Reese Dress. $22.50 with 4 days remaining.

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Matthew Williamson dress ending soon! I would be jumping on this if I could! Currently $71.

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Antik Batik sequin dress. $55, ending today!

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Vena Cava Blouse. Retails for $221, currently just $66 with 6 hours to go.

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Matt Bernson Sandals. Retail price was $170. Currently just $69 with no bidders yet! 4 days remain!

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Chanel Jacket. Blue, pink, and cream. Currently at an affordable $154, ending today.

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Bebe Belt. $100 or “best offer”. Ends today!

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Versace Dress suit. $46.01 now with only 8 hours to go!

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Elizabeth & James blouse. Retails for $190, currently just $36.01 with 3 days left.

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Catching Up: Only The Best

May 14, 2009 · 6 Comments

Moved to NYC, check. Got a job and an apartment in 6 days, check. Realized I had done it all too quickly, and made the tough choice to quit the job, check. Just sat down yesterday to breathe for the first time in more than 2 weeks… and saw the Star Trek movie last night, check. You should go see it too, it’s perfection. The only thing I sadly didn’t squeeze in recently was these great eBay auctions, too lovely for me not to post. Enjoy catching up with me, and be ready for a slew of hotness this week, as I can tell that eBay seems to be ramping back up to it’s true glory again (perhaps its the air of optimism that the economy is getting better soon).

I’m dubbing this “Ebay Item of the Month”. I know we’re still early in the month, but this will be very hard to top- a Prada chain mail top. This is so runway! The auction started at $0.99 and ended at $275.99 and this top is worth every penny of that and so much more. I don’t even want to guess what the original retail price was. I wish this were mine, but want to say major congrats to whoever won this piece of art! This sort of thing probaly won’t show up again for a long time.

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This Prada dress wins a close 2nd place… retailing for a super-heftly $3315, this to-die-for piece sold for $769. I swear if I EVER see this dress again in my size I will have to at least put in a bid.

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Hussein Chalayan Dress sold for just $48. This was probably at least $350 in retail stores.

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Catherine Malandrino tube top sold for just $31.

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This Dolce Vita dress retailed for $248, sold on eBay for $9.99. I should have been on this auction. It pays to look for designer lines that not everyone searches for.

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Ralph Lauren dress retailed for $1500, but sold for $113.50.

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Akris Jacket. Sold for $265, too stunning to not post.

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Carolina Herrera skirt went for $123.

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Tory Burch top sold at $107.

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Vintage lace blazer sold at 37.50.

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Chloe top sold for $102.50.

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These unique Azzedine Alaia shoes sold for just $79!

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The only reason I can understand how this Ralph Lauren leather jacket sold for $98 is that most of the country is sensing the spring/summer weather on the rise.

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This fantastic Wunderkind skirt suit sold for just $102.50.

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Zac Posen dress sold for $152.

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I don’t think I’ve ever seen a Kooba hanbag sell for under $100. This one sold for $68.

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Jimmy Choo Sandals sold for $110. I am still drooling over these.

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This Marni sandals sold for $162

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This outrageously sexy Gucci jacket retailed for $1369 and sold for $292. Yeah, still pricey, but too pretty not to post.

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I’ve been wanting a yellow and white print skirt for a long time. This Prada skirt sold for $102.50.

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The Best of “Buy-It-Now”: Under $100

April 29, 2009 · 2 Comments

Don’t forget to check out the “buy it now” items in your favorite eBay store. Usually these are great items that are reasonably priced, but you have more time to think about purchasing them compared to items in auctions. Most auctioned items are available for 7 to 9 days, and often experience stiff competition. Buy-it-now items last for up to 30 days, and endure much less competition, because they are not made visible in auction listings! Most of you favorite eBay stores offer buy-it-now items that you might not find if you don’t know to look, so don’t miss out!

Marc Jacobs Top. $89.99.

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Cynthia Steffe Dress. $79.95

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Jill Stuart Sandals. $35 or best offer, 1 day remaining.

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Larok Dress. $55

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Hanii Y Pink & White Checked Cocoon Coat. $99.

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Zsiska Rainbow Cube Necklace. $95.

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Corey Lynn Calter Top. $49.

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Larok Metallic Plaid Dress. $79.

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Sigh*… just missed it

April 19, 2009 · 5 Comments

So, I am in the process of packing up to move to NYC. I have been scrambling around in mounds of clothing and boxes, trying to get it all together. When it’s all done, I will have had a total of 10 days to pack. Is that enough time or am I just  inefficient? My real problem is the “junk drawer”… I have 4 of those. I am vowing to get more organized, so I want to sort out all the junk and pack it up in a very organized way. In the midst of that lofty goal, I missed quite a few outstanding eBay auctions. I am recovering.

A stunning Christian Dior Dress ended at $172. Whoever one this dream dress, major congrats!

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I aspire to one day have a dress by Leonard of Paris. These sold for $224 and $450 respectively.

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Chloe Top. Ended at $157.

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One of the best cardigans ever, from Moschino. Sold at just $37. I should’ve been on this one!

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Ah yes, Milly. I love Milly. This top sold for $65. I wanted it.

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80’s Beaded Scarf-Neck Dress. (Yes it is all one piece, she just added a belt).

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Fendi Dress. I can only imagine the astronomical retail price for this, but the eBay auction ende at $118.

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I wanted this Elie Tahari vest. It ended for $56.

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Among the best vintage tie-dye dresses I’ve seen, this one with unique beading at the straps ended at $87.

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I guess I can’t be surprised many other people notice the undeniable perfect of this vintage Trifari pearl and turquoise necklace. It ended at $101, much higher than I anticipated.

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I’ve been hoping to grab something from Haute Hippie for a while. This studded pink dress went out of budget anyway at $132.

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Rachel Roy Dress. Originally $675, sold for $108.

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Rick Owens Jacket. This ended at $356. Yeah, everything Rick Owens ends steep, but it’s too cool not to post.

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There are a million rompers on eBay, but no others quite like this, which ended at $56.

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Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater, made cooler with an open back. Ended at $43.

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Malo Scarf. $98. So special…

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I fantasized about what furniture to put these Anthropologie drawer pulls on, but they ended for $56, close to what to seller originally paid for the set of 8. Hopefully I will come across some more glass-beaded home accessories again.

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I couldn’t believe these Prada shoes ended at $32!

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Giorgio Armani Pink Alpaca Coat. Sold for $101. Nice.

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Vintage Picks of the Week: Bold Moves

April 6, 2009 · 4 Comments

This is my “pick of the week” and I promise you that in order to win this one, you will endure heavy bidding competition. But if you must have it, then it’s worth it. There are plenty of cool capes on eBay, but this is definitely one of the best I’ve seen. All the detail and draping makes this one go the extra mile in versatility. Currently $51 with 7 days left in auction.

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50’s Sequined Jacket. Currently $31, 2 days left.

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As if leather shorts aren’t bad-girl enough, these have fringe to make you even “badder”. $9.99 with 7 days to go.

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60’s Vinyl Rain Coat/Cape. This makes me almost wish it would rain more often. Currently $34.99 with 6 days left.

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Lace-up, cut-outs, and a peep toe! These 80’s shoes are $24.99 with 7 days to go. I want these!

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70’s Embroidered Caftan. Currently $78.77, ends tonight!

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70’s Kimono Sleeve Dress. Currently $26, 2 days to go.

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80’s Triangle Stair-Step Bag/Clutch. I want it! Currently $46 with 3 days remaining.

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Vintage Peplum Jacket. $31 with 2 days left.

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Possibly the most unusual jumpsuit I’ve ever seen on eBay… amazingly from the 1940’s! Currently $63, ending tonight!

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80’s Nylon Coat. Gotta appreciate that collar, right? Currently it’s a steal at $14.99 with 3 days remaining.

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70’s Mexican Dress. This one stands out with bright stripes and braided tassle details. Currently $45, ending tonight.

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This fantastic 50’s linen dress is currently $61, ending tonight!

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Another surprisingly unusual jumpsuit with gold details. $9.99 with 6 days left.

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80s Tunic/Dress. Only $12.50 now with 6 days to go.

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Vintage Kelly Green Handbag. I want this so bad! I can’t resist bright colors + contrast trim! $14.99 with 7 days left.

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50’s Pink Lace Dress. $34.99 with 9 days left.

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A fabulous print on a dramatic, full-skirted dress. Currently just $9.99 with 6 days left.

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This 80’s Olive Leather Wrap Skirt is drape-tastic! It’s $9.99 right now with 6 days in auction. 248272139_o

If you’re really bold, take the current harem pant trend to the next level in gold brocade. Currently $14.99 with 3 days remaining.

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Vintage Cropped Leather Vest. I’d like to see this over a dress. Currently $24.99 with 2 days to go.

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Vintage Dooney & Bourke handbag. I’ve seen about a million of of these, but this has got to be the best looking one in a long time. Great color, great shape, and great condition. $24.99 with 7 days left.

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70’s Lace & Paisley Dress. Currently $15.50 with 2 days left.

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Cut-out Leather Boots. $9.99 with 7 days left.

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Open-Weave Floral Lace Top. $9.99 with 7 days left.

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Vintage Woven Wicker & Tassle Bag. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one quite like it. $14.99 with 3 days remaining.

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(Extremely) Fab Ebay Store: Kuku Vintage

February 8, 2009 · 15 Comments

First of all, I want to say that Kuku Vintage is currently carrying about 10 items that are worthy of being dubbed “item of the week”. Secondly, I want to say that it’s stores like this that make it soooo hard to stop spending, especially if you love a little avant garde flair in your closet. Leather? Check. Lace? Check. Big Ruffles? Check. The list goes on. For the vintage fur lovers, Kuku Vintage has also got you covered big time with much more fur than similar shops. Somebody please tell me how they found an amazing big 80s sweater that I am dying over! I don’t even like sweaters! I also am not a fur fan, but they have a teal leather vest, with wide shoulders and fur panels, that actually may be the hottest super-80’s vest I’ve ever seen. See what I mean:

http://stores.ebay.com/kukuvintage

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My Recent Wardrobe Additions… and Omissions

February 4, 2009 · 8 Comments

Let’s start out with what I got on eBay. Okay, eBay was slower in January than I anticipated, but there was still a huge pile of stuff I wish I could have purchased. I had to keep it simple. Out of everything I saw, I was very fortunate to narrow it down to this Reiss blazer which I won on eBay for just $27! I literally just spotted this blazer in the UK edition of Marie Claire and it retailed for about $450. I gasped when I saw it because I think it’s the hottest thing ever. Then it magically showed up on eBay, for cheap. Magic? Fate? Well, at the very least it’s very, very good luck.

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I recently got extremely lucky and was able to pick up some items that had been on my wishlist for MONTHS. First of all, living in Miami means I normally can’t spend much on winter staples, but a few interviews in the northeast gave me plenty of excuse to run out and buy a coat. Unfortunately, I found myself unimpressed with the styles and even the post-holiday prices on coats in the Miami area, and I was in a time crunch to get a coat with interviews coming up so soon. In an amazing stroke of luck, my sister decided to send me a Nordtroms gift card to “celebrate the new year”, and Nordstroms.com happened to have the coat of my dreams on sale- this Soia & Kyo Joana coat. I managed to squeeze in some classic BCBG pumps on the gift card too! Obviously my sister is an awesome gift-giver.

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Forever21.com  is a site I check pretty frequently, but for what seems like more than a year, I haven’t really loved many of their items. I was very pleasantly surprised when this hot bustier top showed up at just $12.80, and I immediately knew I had to have it. Plus the straps are removable. With a price this cheap, it was impossible not to buy it! It looks so hot with blazers and cardigans that I wish it came in every color.

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I saw this Pour La Victoire shoe in several magazines many months ago and have wanted it ever since, but it was priced too high for my budget. After the holidays, Endless.com had the shoe on sale. I let just a few days go by as I considered if I should buy it at the new lower price, but by the time I was ready, it had sold out in my size in every color. It had almost sold out in all sizes actually. In a moment of what I call retail fate, I went to Zappos.com and found THE LAST PAIR IN SIZE 8 in the color I wanted, red, also on sale, and felt like I had just won lottery. This shoe is so amazing- I don’t know where to begin- the color combination, the gold zipper… the fact that it’s so comfortable- all amazing. This shoe definitely made me feel like 2009 was off to a great start. Zappos is out of most average sizes in this shoe, but if you love this shoe too, you might be able to find some still available on Amazon.com for just $59 including shipping!

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So, the economy is a mess. Can’t buy everything. I saved up for some shopping, but even with the sales and the gift card hookup from my sister, I gotta hold off for a while. This is what else I may have gotten if it weren’t for the “tough times” and my “recent grad money issues” going on right now.

Marc Jacobs Coat. Still has the retail tag attached with the $1500 price! This just sold for $53 plus $15 shipping for a total of $68! OUTRAGEOUS BARGAIN. I wanted it so bad because I love this amazing color combination and I doubt this will pop up on eBay again… sigh*

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Marni Sandals. $65. Seriously… these went for $65. sigh again*

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Tibi Dress with Leather Belt. This went for about $50. I love it, but I just don’t need this sort of thing right now. Besides, I love my new shoes more anyway! (That’s how I help my self get over it lol)

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Fab Ebay Stores: Neon Life Vintage & Twenty Three Vintage

February 2, 2009 · 3 Comments

Neon Life Vintage is a great little stop if you love quirky vintage pieces with unusual details. I had never seen an 80’s pastel-floral-fringed jacket actually look good until I saw the one they’re selling right now. I also have no idea how they found a denim studded jumpsuit that look cute. They might inspire you to take a few more risks, so check them out:

http://stores.ebay.com/NEON-LIFE-VINTAGE

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Twenty Three Vintage is a pretty new store, but they started off with a bang. I don’t know her name but I swear their blond model was on a season of America’s Next Top Model. Their attention-grabbing clothing is impossible to ignore. I can’t even believe how many items I am lusting over from this store!

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/twenty-three-vintage

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Fab Ebay Store: Ikahn NYC

January 31, 2009 · 1 Comment

Ikahn Vintage has an unusual mix of vintage 70’s and 80’s items with contemporary lines such as Ya-Ya, Rebecca Taylor, Tocca, and Vena Cava. They caught my eye this week with one of the coolest 80’s jumpsuits I’ve ever seen. Plus they squeeze in a few cool shoes and accessories, so check them out!

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/IKAHN-VINTAGE

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Vintage Picks of the Week: Dresses

January 29, 2009 · 4 Comments

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The Watchlist: Ending VERY Soon!

January 27, 2009 · 3 Comments

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Tuxedo Blazer, $66 with 12 hours left.

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Marni Sandals, $64, Ending today!

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Philip Lim Dress, seen on Gossip Girl, $47, ending today!

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Rickard Shah heels, $57, ending today!

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Antik Batik Handbag, $64, ending today

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Vintage Print Dress, $27, ending in 17 hours.

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Philip Lim Pleated Yoke Blouse, $42, with 11 hours to go.

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Vintage YSL Carryall Bag, $102 with 10 hours remaining.

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Fab Ebay Store: Hipsters Playground Vintage

January 26, 2009 · 4 Comments

This store discloses it’s US location as “Hipsters Playground” rather than naming the actual city. I’d love to take some guesses as to where that is, but it doesn’t matter. What matters is that their clothes are cool. They offer a carefully chosen variety of vintage items that are in excellent condition. You won’t find any flaws here, but you will find some super 80’s gear, leather, lace, and sequins.

http://stores.ebay.com/hipsters-PLAYGROUND-VINTAGE

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Fab New Ebay Vintage Stores: Bambi Bones Vintage & Trendsetter Vintage

January 14, 2009 · 6 Comments

Bambi Bones vintage seemingly dropped out of the sky (from Toronto actually) with one awesome piece after another. Once I found myself wanting an orange fringed cardigan, I knew I was going to have to post about this store. I’ve bookmarked them and can’t wait for them to post their next round of items.

http://shop.ebay.com/merchant/bambi_bones

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Trendsetter Vintage

I’ve been watching this young store for just a few weeks and I’ve been impressed back to back with some of their items. There have been numerous great avant-garde looks, and well-chosen vintage classics. It’s worth checking by this store periodically so you don’t miss out on any great deals before this store gets too popular!

http://stores.ebay.com/TrendsetterVintage

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Up & Coming Fab Ebay Store: Bunny Hut Vintage

December 10, 2008 · 6 Comments

A little vintage, and a little avant garde, Bunny Hut Vintage pieces make it easy to add a bang to your look. This seller from Diamond Bar, California seems to be doing her own thing, setting an icy cool tone for everything that makes it into her store. Some of her vintage items also happen to be from big name designers, such as the high-waisted Dolce & Gabbana pants available right now. Auctions start at 9.99 and because of the up-and-coming status, you won’t have to compete in auction with a massive fan base… but I’m sure that won’t last too long.

http://stores.ebay.com/BunnyhutVintage

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Fab Vintage Ebay Store: Claire Incorruptible

December 9, 2008 · 5 Comments

Everything in this Australia-based store is amazing. Here you will find a highly covetable smattering of vintage clothing, shoes, jewelry, handbags, and other accessories, at least half of which are by major names like Chanel, Ungaro, Escada, Diane Von Furstenberg, Cacharel, Givenchy, Lanvin, & Oscar de la Renta.

http://stores.ebay.com/Claire-Incorruptible

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The Watchlist: Weekend Ready

December 5, 2008 · 4 Comments

Vintage Sweater Dress. $26 with 6 days remaining.

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Vintage 80’s Puff Sleeve Shirt Jacket. $12.50 with 2 day left.

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This splurge-tastic Hermes Medor Watch is hard not to drool over. Currently $305.99 with 3 days to go.

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F-Troupe Flats. $10.49 with 4 days remaining.

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Hayden Hartnett Ipanema Folding Clutch. (Gift Worthy!) 69.99 with 3 days left.

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Meghan Fabulous Shorts. $79.

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Vintage 80’s Dress. $24.99 with 6 days left.

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Vintage 60’s Dress. Priced buy-it-now at $49.

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Moschino Couture Blazer. $19.99 with 3 days remaining.

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Miu Miu Sandals. $19.99 with 4 days left.

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Dolce & Gabbana Pencil Skirt. Retailed for over $1500! It is currently $12.50 with 3 days left. STEAL!

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Miu Miu Handbag. $66 with 3 days to go.

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Vintage Moccasin Boots. $36.99 with 6 days left.

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Vintage Flapper Dress. $24.99 with 6 days left.

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Vintage Purple Boots. Priced buy-it-now at $60.

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CC Skye Cuff. $50, versus $245 retail, with 4 days left.

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Alexander Wang Cashmere Shrug. Buy-it-now at $79.

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Yes, this Sass & Bide fringe vest is splurgerrific, but I love the look of it too much not to post it. This is priced buy-it-now or best offer at $326.

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The Watchlist

December 4, 2008 · 4 Comments

I’ve always wanted these Stella McCartney shoes. If they were in my size I’d be left with “no choice” but to bid on this auction. These are $36 with 15 hours left which means this is a serious bargain! These shoes make me wish I had a clone of myself with bigger feet, just so I had a reason to buy these shoes… lol.

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See By Chloe Dress. The beaded shoulders and scallopped sleeves keep this from looking like a typical t-shirt minidress.  $26 with 23 hours left. Yet another major deal in the making.

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Manolo Blahnik Bootie with Silver Chain. This is just outrageous. The auction began at $99 and has one bidder so far with 3 days to go. This maybe be your chance to get a sick Manolo shoe at a bargain price.

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Diabless Studded Dress. Retailed for $698. Currently just $9.99 with 3 days remaining. REDICULOUS BARGAIN.

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Christian Dior Vintage Red Coat. Fabulous. Currently $41 with one day left.

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This Moschino cropped jacket still has the $360 tags attached and is currently only $10.50 with a day and half left. This is extremely stylish and adorable and the rediculously low price is killing me.

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This Mayle sweater jacket retailed for $750. Currently $80 with 3 days remaining.

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Vintage Studded Suede Boots. Currently $37.70 with one day remaining.

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Pour La Victoire platform sandals. $50 with just over a day remaining.

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Gucci Leather Boots. AMAZING. Currently just $38.50 with a day and half to go.

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Vintage Leather Vest. Am I wrong for loving this? It is studded with turquoise cabachons… isn’t that enough to make it glorious? I would wear this in a heartbeat… in LA at least.

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I want this vintage Yves Saint Laurent Horn Belt SOOOOOOOOOO BAD! This is so (x infinity) hot! I’d be making excuses to wear this everyday. Currently $90.99 with a day and half left.

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These ultra-mod vintage boots are $81 with one day to go.

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Eley Kishimoto Pumps. $9.99 with 3 days left. There is a reserve on this price, but my best guess is that it’s still a significant bargain compared to the original price of $250.

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Philip Lim Basketweave Blouse. $60, one day to go.

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Christian Dior Trench Coat. $29.50 with a day and half to go.

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Stella McCartney Metallic Sandal. $89 with 3 days left.

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Miu Miu Neon Sandals. Just 19.99 with two days left. Unbelievable.

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Vintage 80s Dress with Gold Bow Back. Priced buy-it-now or best offer at $89.

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Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Jacket. This retailed for $559 and is very hard to find now. This is currently on eBay at $18.99 with 3 days remaining.

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This insanely amazing Gryphon Coat has four rows of hefty gold pyramid studs at the hems. Rightly so, it retailed for a whopping $980. This is currently $2.25 on eBay with a reserve price. Either someone lucky will reach the reserve, or you can may find it relisted with another price strategy. Either way, this coat is so painfully stunning, it worth saving on your watchlist if you have the budget to get this at a fraction of retail.

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