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Rizzoli and Isles Fashion: Dress like Maura Isles
Thursday, September 2nd, 2010
We’ve gotten another Rizzoli & Isles fashion request, and who am I to deny it? If you aren’t already watching the show, you definitely should check it out. Angie Harmon and Sasha Alexander are great actresses, and oh – Rizzoli & Isles clothing is often very stylish. (Maura Isles is my favorite. She has a pet tortoise, for crying out loud! Maura Isles is a fashion icon, too.)
Dear She’s Smart,
My name is Jackie (24 yrs old) and I am a HUGE fan of Rizzoli and Isles. I love your section on how to dress like Maura. She is such a classy and professional dresser. I am now begining my career and would like to model my work wardrobe after hers. My question is concerning a sweater worn by here in “I Kissed a Girl.”
- Jackie
I thought I was so ready to fulfill this challenge. SO ready! But then I realized I’d fallen behind on episodes, and I hadn’t seen the episode she was talking about. And what’s more – I needed to, because she couldn’t find a picture of what she was talking about. Luckily, I didn’t have to go through a bunch of screencaps becaus ... Read More
The Closer Fashion: Smart and Polished
Wednesday, September 1st, 2010
Ellen, 58, wrote to us about admiring the professional style that Kyra Sedgwick wears as Brenda Leigh Johnson on the TV show The Closer. She asked us about finding a contemporary look similar to the Brenda Leigh Johnson clothes on the show. Flowered sundresses aren’t Ellen’s thing at all, but she likes the polished suits (with pants or slim skirts), dresses and jackets. And we can do that, right?
It’s time to take a look at The Closer fashion! And this is great because not only do I enjoy the show, but I’ve previously interviewed the costume designer for The Closer - Greg LaVoi! (He was very nice and incredibly knowledgeable.)
For this request, I’m keeping in mind that our slim reader is under 5’5″. She noted that sometimes certain jackets will make her look shorter. And it’s true, if you’re short then certain items will overpower your frame becuase of the proportions. Eep! For this reason, I’m going to veer away from any billowy or roomy jackets, and go for structured fits.
Keeping in mind her size and budget ideas I was able to find some great stuff similar to ... Read More
Belle Etoile Jewelry is Fun, Fiesty and Friendly
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
She’s Smart is teaming up with Kranich’s Jewelers to show you guys some lovely pieces of jewelry. We’ll have a review coming along, and a possible giveaway as well.
At Kranich’s they have a wide selection of Belle Etoile Jewelry which is very vibrant, colorful and fun. “Belle Etoile” translates to “beautiful star” in French. The jewelry uses sterling silver, colorful enamel and different colored CZ stones. They have rings, earrings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets, bangle bracelets and cuff bracelets. Not for the faint of heart, Belle Etoile jewelry is detailed and playful!
From Kranich’s website:
Silver and Enamel have never shined so brightly! Belle Etoile is the new French inspired, shimmery collection of high fashion chic! There are six distinct collections within the Belle Etoile Sterling Silver Enamel collection. If you love bold and brassy the candy heart designs is for you! Or, if you like to wear your jewellery bursting with shimmer and sparkles the glitter enamel pieces are a perfect match! These intricately designed pieces are so unique and fun, every item is like an individual work of art, start your collection today!
Here are a few selections I liked from the Belle Etoile Line: ... Read More
Giveaway! Fabric Rose Headband by Traxa
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010
One lucky reader of ShesSmart.com will be winning this fabric rose headband by Traxa. Make your head more festive, dammit! These are quality-made, pretties! The shop boosts headbands, necklaces and even brooches (perfect for affixing to blazers, jackets, or even purses.)
THE GREAT GIVEAWAY PRIZE: One winner will receive a beautiful, handmade fabric flower headband from Lisbon, Portugal. This is courtesy of Traxa.
- Giveaway ends on September 6, 2010.
- Open to USA, Canada, Europe, etc. Anywhere!
**New** Do not leave c/p links or they might end up spammed, just tell us if you tweeted, etc. We’ll check to make sure you did if you win.
MANDATORY FIRST ENTRY: For your main entry include your e-mail address written like name (at) gmail (dotcom). Visit the Traxa Shop and tell us another item of theirs you like and where you would wear it.
EXTRA CREDIT ENTRIES: (must do main entry first, post an additional comment for every bonus entry you do! If you’ve already followed us on twitter or subscribed to the newsletter, leave comments f ... Read More
Review Spotlight: Fabric Rose Headband by Traxa
Monday, August 30th, 2010
I received the Rosette Headband in Violet to review, handmade by the Etsy Shop Traxa. This violet rose headband has a rosette flower attached to a metal headband. The rose is made of violet organza, and has the added sparkle of violet and gray beads sewn into the center.
Each headband is carefully handmade. There is felt attached to the back of the rose so that it slips over your hair easily, and each edge of the petals is specially treated so that it won’t gray. I inspected the petals, and they really are sewn quite well, and I don’t suspect there will be much fraying (if at all) over the years. The way the petals are put together, there’s a little bit of poof for each one. The one issue is that I’ll have to try and find a place to store it tilted upwards, because placing it down horizontally will eventually smush down half of the petals.
Dress like Savannah Monroe in Hellcats
Sunday, August 29th, 2010
On Hellcats, Ashley Tisdale plays the preppy and girly Savannah Monroe. She’s the captain of the Hellcats and full of pep! She likes to wear her school colors, gold jewelry, floral prints, girly colors like pink and purple, and anything pretty. Her Hellcats clothing will probably include a lot of blue and yellow, even when she’s not in uniform. You can see that in her blue and yellow floral dress that she wears in the pilot.
Dress like Savannah on Hellcats with these elements:
Ruffle skirt: SCARLETT CASCADE SKIRT Sneakers: ... Read MoreHow to dress like Marti Perkins on Hellcats in the Pilot
Saturday, August 28th, 2010
On the new TV series Hellcats (on The CW) Aly Michalka plays Marti Perkins. She’s a seriously edge, hip character with a bit of a tomboy streak. We’re going to look at what she wears when she’s not in her Hellcats uniform. While the series hasn’t premiered yet, there are episode stills out – and because I write about TV I’ve already gotten to see a screener of the first episode. (And it’s a really fun show, so I hope you plan to watch!)
Dress like Marti on Hellcats with these elements:
Deep V-Neck: Local God Nobody Walks Shirt Plaid shirt: LYNDSEY ZIP-FRONT ... Read MoreGiveaway! Rice Flower Body Lotions for Achy, Dry Skin
Friday, August 27th, 2010
You’ve heard me rave about how great the lotions and products are from Belly Buttons and Babies in my natural skin care product reviews, and now they’re graciously letting us offer two bottles of Rice Flower Body Lotion to our readers. The description of this scent sounds lovely, refreshing and nurturing:
A light, luscious, all-over body lotion that promotes firmness and smoothness of body skin. Citrus fruit and sugar acids gently remove dull, dry skin. Enhances skin condition from neck to toes. Gentle enough for everyday use and powerful enough to use on even the driest skin conditions. It’s vibrant, clean, natural fragrance is addictive & its skin mending properties are undeniable. Gentle enough for use on a child.
These are fabulous products for babies and people who want to nurture their skin like it was as precious as a newborn’s delicate, vulnerable skin. I think they make some of the best lotions for dry skin. And natural skin care products for babies – and you – are important to make no ... Read More
Rizzoli and Isles Fashion
Thursday, August 26th, 2010
As you know, we’re now taking requests for our style features (TV character, Celebrity or Fairy Tale Character.) Beverly, age 37, wrote to us about Jane Rizzoli of the TNT show Rizzoli & Isles. On the show, she’s played by Angie Harmon. We’ve covered Rizzoli’s style once before, which Beverly had seen. But she wanted a little more focus on Rizzoli’s tops, which she noted were “simple, but not plain.” Essentially she wanted some notes on finding great tops that weren’t just a t-shirt, but weren’t overly fancy. And I can totally jive with that. Casual luxury (or casual luxe OR every day glamor…whatever you want to call it) is totally my thing.
It’s Jane Rizzoli’s thing because hey, she’s in a profes ... Read More
Review Spotlight: Belly Buttons and Babies (Best Lotions for Dry Skin)
Wednesday, August 25th, 2010
Are you ready to read about some of the best lotions for dry skin? Uh, YEA YOU ARE. Dry skin is awful! Yuck.
I have a new favorite daily routine. And it involves a piece of wisdom that can be used by anyone, anytime (unless you’re camping and have no access to a shower, or you’re trapped on an island like on Lost - then you’ll have to find other ways to bliss.) After you shower, your skin’s pores open up (warm water opens things, cold water closes the pores) and your skin is just so much more susceptible to soaking up nutrients. This is why you should always apply lotion right after a shower or washing your face. I always cover my target areas with lotion after a shower. Those areas are my face, hands, elbows/arms and feet/ankles. Those are the areas I care about the most and tend to get dry without daily TLC. (My skin is pre-disposed to be dry, I think! Which is why I think natural skin care product reviews are important to share. Especially when they give you positive results. Natural is always better!)
So, I mentioned a routine. I received some products from ... Read More
