Contest winner highlights

U by Kotex held a contest recently with Patricia Field, famous designer, challenging girls everywhere to design new materials for a Patricia Field collection! I love the Inspiration Board that one winner from Missouri created, called "Joie de Vivre," or "Joy of Living" - very collage-y and filled with turquoise (see title link)! Ban the Bland...

Christmas Eve gorge

Clutches make any outfit extra-glamorous. This sequin clutch is available at Maurices and was designed by Project Runway designer Christopher Straub. You can store your essentials (lip gloss, money), and still keep it compact with the Waterfall Hardshell Clutch. You'll look luxurious and oh, so beautiful! Available for $24 (see title link) in the handbags section (accessories ftw!)