Claire is Glowing

Claire Danes

"Cafeteria is the embarrassment capital of the world. It's like a prison movie.

"Like with boys, how they have it so easy. How you have to pretend that you don't notice them... noticing you."

"My dad and I used to be pretty tight. The sad truth is, my breasts have come between us."

"School is a battlefield for your heart - you're lucky to get out alive."

Rating: 4

Claire shines in this shimmering belted dress by Gucci. One of her best outfits ever and there aren't so many really.

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Vogue-ing it Brazil style...

It's only 6 in the evening here and I'm struggling to keep my eyelids up and I'm tempted to clip them back with hairpins just to stay up and not look like a complete lame-ass. Thus far, my vision of Sao Paulo has consisted of rushed views of streets from within a car with tinted windows, reminiscent of the scenes seen from the point of view of Astrid in the film White Oleander. Meaning, I really haven't seen that much...

I am however, very familiar with my hotel surroundings. Can you tell I'm super excited about hotel wi-fi?

Basically this morning I was lagging and moping around the hotel probably trying to figure out why my in-room ethernet wasn't working and a pick me up was sorely needed.

I did know a photo shoot was involved but I hadn't a clue it would actually be used in print, and certainly not in an issue of VOGUE BRAZIL....apparently, it's a six page feature in the next issue. I think I've tracked every photoshoot I've done for the purpose of the blog here and let's just say the results tend to be mixed. However, I couldn't be arsed with apprehension today seeing as complete fatigue had taken over and I just nodded and said 'Yup, yup yup...'

Though by the end of it, I was suitably perked up purely because it did turn out to be a laugh, posing with another blogger, Melissa DeLeon of Cooking Diva (check her out...two time Bloggie-winner...). Plus, I basically got to style myself with a minimal amount of fuss with some FANTASTIC Cavalera supersized harem metallic green and black trousers and some STOMPIN' Pulo do Gato ankle boots.

Actually, it sounds really trite but by the end of it, dealing with new bits of frippery and looking at Brazillian labels perked me right up... urgh... I'm so predictable...

P.S. The ppl here didn't really appreaciate my 15 second video intro and now they have to film a rather cheesy face to face version...grrr.... thought I had gotten away with it...

Day 1 of W.E.I.O.

If it weren't for the fact that I really like this outfit and I'm jonesing to get going on the W.E.I.O. challenge, I wouldn't have even bothered to upload this pic. I waited too long to take it and had to do so indoors, hence the bad lighting.

vintage button-up: thrifted
sweater vest: thrifted
skinny jeans: Target
slip-on argyle sneakers: Payless
vinyl bag: thrifted

I bought the sweater vest (or as Dean calls it, my "swest") a few months ago, but until yesterday it was too hot to wear it. It actually ended up being a tad too toasty indoors for the "swest," but I toughed it out. The weather is supposed to be cooling off quite soon, I couldn't be more thrilled. My fall wardrobe has been itching to come out of hiding. :]

Jewelry Bargains at Diamond International

Diamonds International was established nearly two decades ago. What began as one store in St. Thomas has now blossomed into more than 125 locations. Diamonds International is now one of the largest jewelry retailers in the world. They have more locations in the Caribbean than any other fine jeweler, but their network stretches from the company's New York City headquarters into Mexico and as far as Alaska.



14K GOLD TANZANITE & DIAMOND PENDANT

Tanzanite set in a heart of pristine 14k yellow gold accented by diamonds.

Pendant is 1/2" tall (not including bail) and comes with a matching 16-inch chain.

$157





18K WHITE GOLD PERIDOT & DIAMOND RING

Fancy-cut peridot prong-set in a modern 14k white gold band.

Accented with sparkling diamonds.

$571





SILVER TWO-STRAND FRESHWATER CULTURED PEARL BRACELET

Silver beads and two strands of multi pink pearls are strung with a stretch-cord so that the bracelet can easily slide onto the wrist.

$45





14K WHITE GOLD PERIDOT EARRINGS

Five graduated fancy cut peridot set in gleaming 14k white gold.

$175





SILVER MULTI-STONE CIRCLE PENDANT

This trendy circle pendant is crafted from sterling silver and features a colorful display of brilliant oval cut amethyst, citrine, garnet and peridot. Comes with a matching 18-inch silver chain.

$44





14K GOLD TANZANITE RING

This modern 3-stone ring contains oval-cut Tanzanite set in elegant 14k gold.

$315





14K GOLD TOPAZ BRACELET

Five oval-cut gold topaz are set in a 14k yellow gold link bracelet.

$199





MOTHER OF PEARL STARFISH PENDANT

Mother of pearl in a starfish design.

Suspended from a 17" rubber cord.

Measures approximately 2" wide.

$40





14K GOLD EMERALD EARRINGS

Elegant 14k yellow gold earrings feature three emeralds alternating with round diamonds.

$270





14K WHITE GOLD MENS HEMATITE & DIAMOND RING

14k white gold ultra modern mens ring boasts a hematite gemstone accented by brilliant round diamonds.

$416



The founders of Diamonds International are both graduates of the Gemological Institute of America. They personally oversee every aspect of the daily operations, and source stones from the world's largest diamond mines, allowing them to offer beautiful jewelry - at the best possible value - directly to the public.



Have a great week!

Maggie

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Designer Jewelry Bargains at Net-a-Porter

Net-A-Porter.Com is the world's premier online luxury fashion retailer. Their award-winning website, presented in the style of a fashion magazine, offers the style-savvy customer exactly what she wants - unprecedented access to the hottest looks of the season from international cutting-edge labels via worldwide express delivery. Since launching in June 2000, the company has established itself as a luxury brand with impeccable packaging and unrivalled customer care.





Kenneth Jay Lane Rock Crystal Necklace

Necklace drop measures 8.5 inches.

Could also be wrapped around wrist to style as a bracelet.

$62





Citrine by the Stones Heart-Shaped Earrings

A playful addition to any outfit that is sure to lighten the mood.

Earring drop measures approximately 2 inches / 5cms.

Handmade and plated in 18 karat gold.

$45





Julie Sandlau Leaf Necklace

A gorgeous necklace for spring which is also a great gift idea.

Necklace drop measures approximately 27cms/ 10.5 inches.

$115





Citrine by the Stones Half Hoop Earrings

A luxe handmade hoop style for evening.

Earring drop measures approx 4cms/ 1.5 inches.

Wear with your hair up, or bare shoulders for maximum effect.

$129





Kenneth Jay Lane Swarovski Crystal Cuff

Electroplated in 22k gold

Gorgeous, organic mottled finish.

$105





Julie Sandlau Spinel Earrings

Aqua blue Spinel faceted rectangular earrings.

Small cubic zirconia stone at the top.

Gold-plated sterling silver hooks.

$161





Roberto Cavalli Hexagonal Bangle

A fabulous arm bauble with a chic patent finish.

The perfect way to add some gloss to your look.

Bangle circumference measures approx 7.5 inches/ 19cms.

$535





Lara Bohinc Rosetta Knot Necklace

A simple signature look from Lara Bohinc.

Drop of necklace is approximately 56 cms / 22 inches.

$222





Citrine by the Stones Rain Hoop Earrings

Earring drop measures approximately 3 inches / 8 cms.

A gorgeous hoop perfect for day to evening wear.

For pierced ears only.

$229





Oscar de la Renta Thin Woven Bangle

Oscar de la Renta red bangle simply slides on.

Bangle circumference measures approximately 29cms / 11.5 inches.

$218



Have a great Week!

Maggie

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Congratulations to the Winner of Contest 5!

Congrats to jennachloe for winning Customized Girl's Fifth Design Contest! She wins $200 and her design will be featured in the July 3rd issue of US Weekly.

She designed a very cool tank top. We particularly love the use of the dice as a symbol for the number “10″. We didn't even notice that ten was showing on the dice until jennachloe created this design. Very clever.

In addition to this awesome tank top, we have to give respect to jennachloe for the seemingly infinite number of clever, interesting, funny, and cute designs she has submitted to each contest over the last few months.? All of them have been excellent, and there were definitely more than one that could have been the winner.

And thanks once again to the other entries as well.? There was an incredible amount of talent on display for Contest 5, and we hope to see the same for Contest 6.

Speaking of Contest 6, it is officially launched!

PLEASE NOTE: We're upping the dollar value to $250, but instead of cash, the winner will be earning a $250 gift card to CustomizedGirl.com.? Now you can purchase all of your favorite designs from the contests and keep them for yourself or use them as excellent gifts.

Hurry, contest 6 ends on June 16th!

The contests are now on a monthly schedule. A new winner is announced in the middle of every month. As soon as a winner is announced, the next contest begins.

The winner should appear in US Weekly two Fridays after the announcement.

A Fleet for you?

The reaction was a little mixed last time I posted about Fleet Ilya. Now that the website is lot more evolved, it seems far more clear as to what Fleet Ilya is all about and now I'm sure that there's a Fleet Ilya accessory for everyone, despite the self tagged 'taboo-breaking' description.

We have the 'Classic' line which consists of simple oversized bags (I spy the bag as a dress trick there...), well made belts and even a simple harness that concentrates on craftsmanship that comes from Ilya Fleet's (one half of the partnership behind the label) background and training under saddler Robin Cochrane.

Then there's the 'Concept' line with couture pieces that mainly involves powerful statement-making belts used in Ana Sekularac's AW08 show. The belt with a one shoulder strap has me thinking about the belt being used more as a garment than an accessory.

Finally we have the 'Restraint' line, probably the most intriguing out of the lot as whilst it's described as the 'epitome of luxury bondage' and I'm not really into bondage gear, I love the extremity of the harnasses and accessories. The lookbook images here obviously are purposely provocative but again, out of that context and they become something else altogether...

I'll find out for myself once and for all, what sort of Fleet Ilya girl I am as they're holding a sample sale this weekend at Unit 8 Maun House,1 Dunn Street, London.