FTBUP Wishes Joan Rivers A Fashionable Farewell

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Credit: Wolfgangs Vault 

At From The Bottom Up!, we love a fierce, funny, fly and fashionable woman. We wish Joan Rivers peace and blessings on her transition journey. There are plenty of closets in the sky for you to house your shoes darlings! 

We love you Joan! Here are some favorite snapshots of good ole glamorous Ms. Rivers….

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Credit: PA Images

Serving feather realness on the red carpet

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Credit: Hollywood Reporter 

Sleek and sophisticated 

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Credit: Hollywood Reporter

More feather action

"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is God's gift, that's why we call it the present." ~ Joan Rivers thank you for all of the 'presents' you bestowed upon us with your whit!  

Flat Out Fabulous

Hey lovas, I hope you all had a marvelous holiday weekend. I know I sure did! It was a much needed break and I kicked my feet up in Philly at the infamous Made In America Music Festival. Aside from the washout on Sunday, it was a pretty fun time. Now it's back to business and shoes! 

Kicking off this week is the underrated flat. I mean I love a good heel. In fact, unless I am purchasing sandals for summer or ballet flats to kick around on the weekend, I have to admit that I've overpassed this style on more than one occasion. 

To my dismay, but I'm sure beknownst to the rest of the shoe-addicts in the world, flats don't have to be seen as just a 'break' from those sky high Tom Ford's, Brian Atwood's or Louboutin pumps - no, no, no - flats can be the anchor to the chicest looks. Darling, flats don't have to fall flat!

Refresh an outfit or create an entirely new look, my Flat Out Fabulous how-to guide will have you running to the nearest retailer for purchase. 

ROCKER CHIC 

Rock these studded flats with a white t, boyfriend jeans and a motorcycle jacket. Add a couple pieces of jewelry, a great bag and red lip and pow, you're ready for a night out with the girls or a dress down day at the office. 

Find items here: Old Navy (t-shirt), Valentino Rockstudd Flats, Boyfriend JeansNars Heat Wave, Givenchy Rottweiler Tote, Saint Laurent Leather Motorcycle Jacket, Saint Laurent Studded Flats, Kelly Wearstler Necklace and Fenton Fallon stacked rings. 

LEADING LADY

For the Jackie O in all of us, flats are not a new phenomenon, but update your look by checking for a metallic, ankle detail or super rich color. Keep it simple and chic with minimal jewelry, a nude lip and my favorite of all - gold ball stud earrings. 

Find items (or similar items) here: Metallic Jimmy Choo Flats, Rebecca Minkoff Quilted Bag, Nicholas Kirkwood Orange flats, Gold Ball Stud Earrings, Stovepipe Pants, Pussybow Tie Button down, Make Up Forever Nude Lipstick, Cube Ring, Aquazzura Flats and Valentino Mini Dress. 

SPORT NOUVEAUX

You can step out in style with the trend du jour of the season, kicks (check earlier post), without looking a mess. Pop on a red lip - this will take you a long way in any look, some jewels, leather backpack and a layered outfit and you're good to go! P.S. The layers make it easy for you to take this look from day to night AND the backpack is not only chic, but roomy enough for storing the items you've removed. Can I get holler for utility! 

Find items (or similar) here: Jimmy Choo Suede Skater Slip On, Fenton Fallon Chain Bracelet, Phillip Lim Sweatshirt Dress, Chanel Leather Espadrilles, Fenton Fallon Chain Necklace, Army Green Vest, Leather Jogging Pants, McQ Alexander McQueen Leather Backpack, and Nars Heat Wave

STEPPIN' PREPPY

The preppy look has always called for flats. It's my favorite look for the weekend and can carry me from brunch to a date with the boo to drinks with my girls. Spice up it with, yes a red lip, some statement jewelry, or a denim dress to add fun and flare.

Find items (or similar) here: J. Crew Schoolboy Blazer, Boyfriend Jeans, Chain Link Chocker, Ferragamo Flats, Pave Gold Cuff, Coach Bag, White T, J. Crew Ballet Flats, Denim Dress and a poppin' red lip

Ciao bellas.  

P.S. If you can't already tell, a red lip is my signature. I rock it with almost everything so pardon the bias. I promise to showcase other colors as I have 'em all, but a red lip is sheer perfection. Besos!

 

Beauty Booty: Fragrance Factor

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Credit: Etsy 

Happy Friday gyals! Its the last weekend of summer and though I love Fall I'm slightly dreading it. No more summer fridays and no more excuses for flip flops BUT as with all things in life, the seasons must change and so must your beauty regime. 

During the summer my fragrance wearing is down to a minimum, quite frankly its generally too hot to douse yourself down in anything other than shower gel and water. Insert fall and I'm back to my routine of finding my fragrance factor. Considering the first three letters of my name derive from a fragrance my mom used to wear, I must say I'm biased to scents. 

I prefer strong scents, scents that linger and make a statement. On my list this fall is a variety of scents thats sure to take me from work to play and I absolutely cannot wait to splurge and spray! 

1. Byredo Parfums Seven Veils $220 - notes include carrot seed, tahitian vanilla flower, sandalwood and tiger orchid. 

2. Tom Ford Santal Blush $215 - notes include sandalwood, florals and spicy oriental woods. 

3. Jo Malone Dark Amber & Ginger Lily $155 - notes include kyara wood, amber and black orchid, black cardamom and water lily. 

4. Van Cleef & Arpels Oriens $110-$150 - notes include chypre, raspberry, black currant and praline. 

5. Oud Ispahan Christian Dior $300 - notes include citrus, rose damascena, and caledonian sandalwood.

6. Miss Dior (a fav) $90 - notes include italian mandarin, egyptian jasmine, and indonesian patchouli. 

7. Balenciaga Rosabotanica $130 - notes include spicy rose, citrus and fig leaves. 

Cheers to scentspiration lovas and enjoy the weekend!

Ciao. 

P.S. Click fragrance names for purchase. 

FTBUP Wish List: Bags on Bags on Bags

I've said it before and I'll say it again, mama loves and mama needs at all times, a great bag! This season and beyond, there are a few major bag moments happening and I want them all. A great bag, like a great pair of shoes can be life altering - no seriously, it can change the way you view your entire look. 

This season in bags is all about fun, effortless chic and structure. I've categorized my wish list by style. Have a look-see and get inspired.

P.S. This list isn't even close to what I really want, but we would be here til yesteryear waiting for it to be a final list. 

 

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Shoe News: The Bargain Shoe

Lets face it gyals, we'd all love to purchase a pair of shoes for under $100, but either our taste is way too expensive (insert my name here) or some shoes have just become wayyy overpriced. We also refuse to sacrifice quality, at least I know I do, but price isn't always indicative of quality.

And that brings me today's shoe news - the Bargain Shoe. We've all considered it, in fact I'm certain some of you have even purchased from one of these newly minted sites. With the rise of the of the bargain shoe that doesn't sacrifice quality every woman can shop to her hearts content, find a great pair of shoes and not break the bank in the process.

Below are my top three bargain shoe sites and the deals are SOOOO GOOD, I have to try 'em!

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SHOEMINT

Launched in 2011 as a collaboration between Rachel Bilson and celebrity stylist Nicole Chavez, Shoemint has been a go-to for women who want high-quality, low-priced footwear. I perused the site and there are some pretty chic options to help spice up any wardrobe. The most fun part is actually signing up where you're asked a few questions that range from your overall style to your heel height preference. Upon completion, you're taken to your 'showroom' that features top recommendations based on responses - gotta love technology. Below are my top choices....

From left to right (clockwise): Karina, Gwen, Paloma and Classic Pump.

Above shoe prices range from $25-$100

JUSTFAB

Led by the infamous Kimora Lee Simmons who serves as the Creative Director, JustFab sells not only chic, quality, footwear, but also handbags, jewelry and denim - talk about a one stop shop! Founded in 2010, JustFab has become a staple in the world of Fashionista and Celebrity - Adrienne Bailon, Angie Harmon, Christina Applegate and Lindsay Lohan, just to name a few - have all be spotted rockin' a pair of shoes and looking fab doing so! 

From left to right (clockwise): Sanna, Domika, Aquene, Vernon, Evangela and Cosmia.

Above shoe prices range $39.95 - toute suite

P.S. As a first time buyer, your initial purchase is only $9.99 - I MEAN COME ON!

SHOEDAZZLE

Sisterbrand to Just Fab and the very first to hit the scene in 2009, Shoedazzle has a top shelf selection of variety and perfectly edited shoes - and when you count Rachel Zoe as the Chief Stylist that comes as no surprise. The more expensive of the three, Shoedazzle boast designer collections at affordable prices likes of Gwen Stefani, Report Signature, and Izabella Rue. Like the others, upon entry into the site, you're prompted to answer questions that define your shoe personality et al. 

From left to right (clockwise): Orchid, Akane, Stelle, Allon, Eiko, and Hiroki.

Above shoe prices range from: $59-$80

P.S. Similar to JustFab your first purchases on the site are almost 80% off! SERIOUSLY!

Happy shoepping lovers and get those closets ready for fall - affordability is no longer a hindrance.