Brickhouse: January 2009

Off the Cuff

Wonder Woman wore them. Why shouldn't you? We're talking about cuffs- the chunky bracelets we borrowed from our moms in the eighties. But the trend (which started heating up at the end of 2008 is of course being updated. Some Hollywood types are being photographed sporting matching cuffs- one on each wrist. However you choose to wear your cuff, here are some options:

Kaneesha

Emitations

Dolce & Gabbana White Resin Cuff

Jillery

Inspired Silver

14k Gold Overlay Synthetic Turquoise Cuff Bangle

Nuovigioie

Rock Band Black Leather Leopard Cuff Bracelet

Zoppini

AZ Collection

Fireworks

Handbags: Another Fab Fake-Out!

Why pay top dollar for leather in a pleather economy? Today we're adding on to our Friday Fake-Out! series, with a gorgeous color-blocked bag from Shop Suey Boutique. SSB's Tiana Tote isn't real leather, and it isn't real expensive. But we unamimously agree- it is real cute.

Brass hardware
Pockets for your cell & sunglasses
12" wide and 12" long
Top zipper closure
$58.00

Half-Off at Shop Translated

It's not just cold, but downright frigid in some parts of the country right now. We know many of our Brickhouse girls bundled themselves in warm layers just this morning as they headed out the door. However. NOW is the time to pick up some gorgeous, colorful, Spring-ish pieces over at Shop Translated, as the store is having a 50% off sale. In fact, you can get an additional 10% off $100 by clicking HERE and entering the coupon code NEWYEAR at checkout.

INÉS Off the Shoulder Top

Wrap Top in Cream Art Nouveau Print

Jewelled Lace Skirt With White Scroll

3/4 Sleeve Button Down Shadow Floral

Sleeveless Empire Dress

Find Of The Day

Beautifully belted, double-breast jacquard cape jacket from ChicStar.com

Up to size XXXL

Major Sale at B & Lu

Manufacturers really are getting the message. Right now, they know that even fashionistas like yourselves aren't going to spend their hard-earned money on clothing without some major motivation. What does that mean for you? Sales galore, baby!
Right now, one of our favorite online haunts, B & Lu is offering a clearance sale with up to 75% off. If you're in the market for some trendy pieces to spruce up your late-Winter wardrobe, this sale might be right up your alley. Here are some of the stand-out pieces:

$19

$21

$31

$21

$41

$9

$21

$16

New Year? New Winter Accessories!

Warm and cozy. That's what it's all about in the second half of Winter. This year, knit accessories and vintage styles are tops. Add in a dash of eighties-pop optimism and "you've got the look". (Our apologies to Prince and Sheena Easton.)

Berets

Torrid

Beaded Handbags

TJ Formal

Big Earrings