Awesome Shopping Spot: Army Surplus Store

Last August I said to myself ‘combat boots are going to be hot like fire come next year.’ Since then I have slowly but surely become obsessed. I have been bidding on vintage Dr. Marten boots on ebay (only to lose every time) and hunting online for cool combat boots (only to find boots that are more than I want to spend.) Well yesterday when I was at work it hit me … go to that army surplus store on Venice Blvd.

GI Style Steel Toe Combat Boot

So today I stopped in, not knowing what to expect. What I got was shopping awesomeness! I found tons of combat boots, studded belts, fierce looking hats (hello, army print and fur trapper hat), and all sorts of random pieces of greatness.

I managed to control myself and walked out with what I walked in for (the boots.) For under $50 I got a pair of black leather, steel toe combat boots. I am looking forward to breaking them in and wearing them with everything.

Chickdowntown /Ask Fashion Kitty Giveaway

Chickdowntown.com has become one of my favorite shopping websites. Their look books are FAR better than Shopbop.com’s and I love the brands they carry, which is why I wanted to run a fun little contest with them.

Starting today if you leave a comment (on this post) you will be entered to win a bag from Moyna Handbags … My favorite Monya handbag to exact, the star fold over clutch. Heck, I am feeling so inspired by the clutch that I am going to put a look together for it:

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I paired this bangin’ clutch with an Alexander Wang tank (my fav) and topped it with a J.A.K. Plaid shirt over it. I would definitely roll the sleeves on the shirt up and throw on a dangerous looking cuff, like the one above from Burberry. And what FashionKitty outfit is complete without skinny jeans and some tough looking boots?! The jeans pictured are PRPS and the boots are from Joie.

Contest ends on July 24th. The winner will be announced here so make sure you check back!!!

Oh and FYI … You can also find Chickdowntown on http://twitter.com/chickdowntown and on http://www.facebook.com/pages/

Dear Fashion Kitty, How Do I Wear Keds Skimmers?

I recently purchased a pair of shoes that kind of look like those Keds skimmer wedges, but unfortunately I don’t have a picture. They’re black with white trim and a little bow at the front. I’m not really a jeans kind of girl, and so far I’ve paired them with navy/dark grey shorts with blousy white tops but can you suggest other ways to build an outfit around them? Especially with dresses and skirts please!

You know me I like to go a bit rock and roll with my looks, which is exactly what I did here. I think the casual edge of the shoes needs to be played up with some casual rocker elements like denim and comfty tee shirts. If you are into the more girly look, try pairing up your shoes with shorter plaid skirts or short dresses with fuller skirts.


Dear Fashion Kitty, New Wardrobe for New Confidence

I’ve decided to really turn my entire wardrobe around this year. I used to be into just jeans and a t-shirt every day, with a juicy jacket over that. And this year I’ve really gained a lot of confidence and so I want to show that in my wardrobe. I’m relatively short compared to the rest of my classmates, even though I’m 5’6. So could you put together a few looks that show the newer, more confident me? I’m up for anything.

Three cheers for confidence and goodbye to that boring Juicy ridden uniform that you were sporting. I created three fun outfits for you that are reserved for the confident only 😉 Enjoy!



Dear Fashion Kitty, Help Me Find Giesele’s Top

I need to know where I can find a top similar to this one worn by Gisele. Although its freezing cold here in Oz, I want one ready to wear as soon as the sun comes back out!

Damn that Giesele for making the simplest of tops look completely gorgeous! Anyways … Here a couple of options for you:

1.) T by Alexander Wang Sleeveless Tee, $74. This is my personal favorite and I kind of want one in every color.

2.) Chloe tank on sale at YOOX. This one is a little dressier but it has a similar look about it.

3.) LaRok Dreamboat Tunic, on sale for $74. Definitely like the shape of this one and it comes already layered!

Dear Fashion Kitty,

It’s my 25th birthday on July 19th, and I’ll be spending it in London. I’ve purchased a cute LBD for the occasion and a pair of red satin peep toe heels. London tends to get chilly after the sun sets and I know we’ll be out late. What sort of jacket/cover up could I pair with this? I still want it to look cute and fun. I love the look of the red shoes and the black dress together….but stuck with the other accessories!


Cute dress! Love the idea of pairing red heels with it. Honestly, the first thing I thought of after reading your email was that you need to pair this with a slim fitting white blazer. You will look so fashion-forward and Paris-chic. Add a blinged out clutch, stunning makeup, and you are good to go.

Dear Fashion Kitty, How Do I Wear a Tuxedo Shirt?

I got this very cute long sleeve, white tuxedo-like shirt, fitted, has no collar and has nice details on the chest area. The shape is very flattering and I would like to wear it for work and play. I just don’t want to look like a limo driver or a waiter. I work at a casual but conservative office. I guess accessories would be a good way to spice the shirt up but I do not know how to do it because I am afraid that necklaces will cover the detailing and earrings will compete with it. Please help.

In this case you need to let the shirt be the main focus. I really wouldn’t distract from it too much with jewelry and accessories. If I were you I would concentrate on pairing your top with a nice fitting pair of jeans or walking shorts and then focus on the shoes! Here are a few outfits you to try out:

Outfit #1- This one can be worn to the office … A nice pair of knee length, navy blue walking shorts and red ballet flats. This look is simple and effective for the office. Just enough going on, but not too much. If you want to add accessories, go for a ring and a great looking tote bag.

Outfit #2- This next look is a great weekend look. It can work for going shopping or grabbing some lunch with the girls. Just pair the tuxedo top with a pair of bootcut jeans, some pointy toe kitten heels, and a headband. Simple but kinda cute too.

Outfit #3- This last look is for play. Throw on some leggings (plain or some funkier ones), high heels, a clutch, and you are good to go.

Dear Fashion Kitty, Can I Wear the High Waist Trend?

I’m 21 and I’ve got a style that’s a mix between a 50’s house wife, bra-burning flower child and a stressed out college student. I’ve been dying to try the whole high waist trend but, I can’t seem to figure it out! I think it’s because I’m really top heavy, like 34 DD top heavy and I’ve got a pretty curvy bottom half too. Basically, it looks like to trying to shove Kim Kardashian into Urkle’s pants, redonk. Please help me figure this out! Please!!!!

Ugh! It pains me to answer questions like this, but sometimes I just have to … Honey, step away from the high waist pants. Kim Kardashian and Steve Urkle are not a nice pairing. In fact, the first thing I thought out when I read your email was Jessica Simpson. You know, when she got that royal media beat down for wearing high waist jeans. I honestly think if she had stepped away from the pants that the whole “Jessica Simpson is fat thing” never would have happened. Unfortunately, trends aren’t for everyone. Wear pants that flatter your body and pick another trend to have fun with.

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