MY FASHION LUST: Dipped in Gold and Fabulous

I am totally lusting after this fab Mirit Weinstock feather necklace, half of which is dipped in gold. Sexy. Available at Need Supply.

FASHION SPOTLIGHT: Last Call Studio, Neiman Marcus

I love getting a sneak peek. I feel so special. So even though I had to get up at 6:30 am to be somewhere at 8:00 am on my day off, it was totally worth it (says the shopaholic).

Neiman Marcus gave a few fashion bloggers the chance to see the new Last Call Studio, NM a day before it opens. Neiman Marcus has operated their Last Call clearance centers in outlet malls like Potomac Mills and Arundel Mills since 1988. Those stores serve as the clearinghouse for their marked down items from their Neiman Marcus stores. Now what stylish babe does not love a bargain? I know all of your hands are raised at this moment. So Last Call is fabulous.

Last Call Studio, NM is even more fabulous. It was interesting to hear Tom Lind, Managing Director of the Last Call Brand, talk about how it was important for this iteration of their brand to serve customers who want to shop for designer clothes and accessories every week. I am very glad that they feel that way. Last Call Studio is filled with delish fashion from end to end that has been sourced just for Last Call Studio. Love that, right? I know that I do.

Walking around, I was a bit overwhelmed. That is very hard to do to a bonafide shopaholic. We roll with the punches. But I wanted everything and I do mean everything! There was Rachel Roy, not Rachel Roy at Macy's, RACHEL ROY. I was in heaven. All the brands that you love like Alice + Olivia, Michael Kors, BCBG, DVF, Leifsdottir, MARC by Marc Jacobs, Nicole Miller, Jay Godfrey, and so much more. There were fabulous shoes and handbags and jewelry and designer sunglasses... oh my!

So just when I thought to myself "oh goody, the store is in Rockville," I was told that I could shop online at Last Call. So now I can sit in my jammies and do some damage. Someone save me because the NM buyers who sourced for this store get an A++ for the selections. The only sad thing for me was that I couldn't keep the generous gift card :-(

I really, really loved everything. Head on out to the store today. There will be 30% off select items. The new Last Call Studio is located at Congressional Plaza, 1601-B Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD. I assure you that you are going to love it too. Get to shopping!

INDIE DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT: The Fringe is In!

Never has fringe looked so fab. Stacy Leigh is doing her thing on these gorgeous bags. Some bags are ready to ship, some are custom orders. Either way, these bags are so chic. Can you say Palomino Elk Leather? Her Fringe collection comes in a wide array of colors including fuschia (see hot fuschia suede clutch below). She also has other wares but you can not go wrong with the fringe. See her entire collection at her shop.

Fab Vintage Find: The Golden Touch

These simple but elegant signature Chanel earrings are from the 1990 collection. Currently, they are being sold by the Susan Caplan collection which sources unique, timeless, and original pieces of jewelry. They are being sold at ASOS.

Fab Vintage Find: Cat Eye Sunglasses

Vintage sunglasses don't get more marvelous than this! Get Linda Furrow's Luxe cat eye sunglasses which are fabulously covered in black snakeskin.

Or find other vintage inspired shades on her website.

Rukiya's World: Sweet Sales

Michael Kors Aviators at Nordstrom-$56
Marc by Marc Jacobs Watch at Nordstrom-$99

Betsey Johnson Bracelet at Nordstrom-$35

Charlotte Ruse Shirt- $14
Blazer from Banana Republic- 99.99
Polka Dot dress from Topshop- $30
Perfect Black Blazer from The Gap- $29.99
BCBG Max Azira Dress- $124
Military Cardign at Asos-$30.02

Fashion Lust: Making A Statement with Ban.do

OMG! How much do I love the Ban.do Ava Corsage? Way much. It's made of giant vintage aqua ostrich feathers, a spray of vintage lavender netting and a vintage crystal brooch. all are hand sewn onto a large brooch pin. You can not ask for more. What a great accessory for one of your summer dresses.

Fashion Lust: It's A Shark's Tale @ Yoshino Bag

Oh Em Gee! I would have never thought that I would be lusting after shark leather. But I totally am. This shark leather clutch has my name written all over it. Not to mention that there are many more fab bags in ostrich leather available at Yoshino Bag.

Designer Spotlight: Sondra Roberts

An easy way to quickly add glamour to simple evening attire is to add a statement clutch. Sondra Roberts had a great collection of clutches that will definitely add pizazz to your little black dress but are versatile enough to grab when you are running out to brunch with the girls. See her entire collection on her web site.

DC FASHIONISTA EVENT: Carlos Sobral @ Maris Elaine Gallery

Brazilian designer Carlos Sobral will make his debut to the DC area on Friday, March 26th with the opening of the new Maris Elaine Gallery in Rockville, MD; the gallery is a welcomed addition the stable of luxury shops at Congressional Plaza. The gallery’s unique showroom features fine furniture, decorative accessories, jewelry, and art, representing over 60 artists from around the globe. World renowned for his signature eye catching resin necklaces, bracelets and earrings, SOBRAL has been creating jewelry, home décor products and objets d’art since 1970. The Maris Elaine Gallery’s timing couldn’t be better bringing SOBRAL’s vibrant Brazilian flare to the DC area just in time to add some sizzle to spring and summer wardrobes.

Fashion Deal of the Day: Betsey Johnson Will Have Your Heart

Betsey Johnson's Heart Pearl charm bracelet is simply divine. Get it at Nordstrom for $35.90.

Fashion Designer Spotlight: That Handmade Touch @ Art on Crafts

This is their story. They worked for a leather company in Chiangmai, Thailand. But as you know, the world's economy took a downturn and the factory where they worked closed. So what should leather artisans do? Start their own company, of course. You should be glad that they did. These leather bags are beyond fabulous. Not to mention that their prices are exceptional. You can order one of these amazing bags at Art on Crafts.

What I Want Now: Lusting After DKNY

I not only love the color of this DKNY bag, I love the shape of this bag. I need a big bag. I am that woman that you see rambling through her purse looking for her ringing cell phone. But I couldn't function without one. It's a little smaller than I like but I still love it. Get it at DKNY.

Fashion Designer Spotlight: Sikara & Co

Sikara & Co is the brainchild of Mousumi Shaw. Shaw helped her mother, an immigrant from India, start up her own jewelry company in the United States. Fourteen years later, Mousumi decided to launch Sikara, which incorporates her passions for art, jewelry and other cultures. Her international collections spotlight amazing designers and their cultures from all around the globe.

Here are my favs. You can see her entire collection on here.