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Sunday, October 25, 2009

Kim Kardashian's Birthday Party

Kim Kardashian birthday party tao

While in Vegas, JSG helped Kim Kardashian celebrate her 29th birthday at Tao on October 16. The closest we got to Kim was outside of Tao while we were waiting for our table to be ready and she was taking a heavily-guarded breather (above). We love her 6" long lashes, faux hawk ponytail and sequins.

For the rest of the night, Kim danced and surveyed the crowd from her private balcony. (We don't blame her. We spent most of the night at our private table.)

Kim kardashian october 2009 birthday party

Piperlime Jewelry


We love how Piperlime just keeps making it easier for us to get dressed everyday. They started with shoes, then added clothes, now we can find select pieces from our fave jewelry lines on the site. It's only in the sneak peek phase, but you'll find pieces from Betsey Johnson, Juicy Couture, House of Harlow (above) and GS Lillian among others. As always, shipping and returns are free.

Saturday, October 24, 2009

in case you are bored...

...perhaps you would fancy reading a rather lengthy interview with moi over at ye olde Chainsaw Mafia. Or perhaps you would not. Generic businessdouches, however, clearly think it's the greatest thing ever. Who are you- nay, who are any of us- to disagree?

Product Review: Origins GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream

If ever there was a product perfectly suited for a bachelorette party or a girls' night out, it would be Origins new GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream. I used this the morning after a late night of dancing (and yes a couple glasses of champagne) and my eyes felt fresh and awake. It is supposed to improve puffiness and dark circles as well, though that's harder to measure. My puffiness definitely improved; but my dark circles are more hereditary than circumstantial so I didn't see a change in the circles. If only this had anti-aging properties too, then I could turn back the clock and not just erase the night before.

Available at Origins stores, $29 for 0.5 oz.
This review was based on a free sample.

Day 24: "Midfolker."

I'm not sure whether or not you should spend any time reading this, because I'mma be real wit chall: I didn't finish watching The Toybox (2005). Nope. Couldn't do it. I gave it a half an hour, and then I had a little epiphany: yes, I decided that SHOCKTOBER would feature a review every day...and for Day 24, I tried. I really did, I swear. I did a little more Hulu research- after all, The Spell was swell- and I decided to give this film a whirl despite its low rating. Apparently the end makes suffering through 75 odd minutes worthwhile...well, it's up to someone with a stronger constitution than my own to find out. I felt guilty turning it off, as if I was failing to fulfill my duties as proprietress of This Old Blog, but then I figured hey, no one would want me to suffer, right? Right. Life is short- too short, really- to be spent watching caca when I could be watching something rad. Occasionally it's worth pushing through the pain to write a fun negative review...or maybe a film will end up hurting so good. I'm not sure where The Toybox would have ended up in that regard, but I'm already moving on to greener pastures.

Stilted, unnatural dialogue that was virtually all exposition...a molasses-slow plot train that seemed headed to nowhere...unlikable characters...yes, this film truly had it all. As I said, it seems that those who managed to push through found some sort of gold at the end of the painbow, but no your humble proprietress. Nope. Couldn't do it. Couldn't stand the crap for Day 24, sorry- my standards are much higher than that.

Coming up for Day 25: Nail Gun Massacre!

Friday, October 23, 2009

Web Snob Roundup October 23rd

55 Secret Street is high-end, but never above great Drugstore Beauty!

Stiletto Jungle talks fame and fall fashion with The City's Roxy Olin.

All Lacquered Up is raising funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation through its Think Pink - Donate & Win Giveaway.

Allie is Wired fashion face off: Leighton Meester vs. Victoria Beckham.

Bag Snob has the Jimmy Choo Ramona Pyramid for those into studded bags.

If you're looking for the perfect moisturizer for combination skin, Beauty Snob has it!

Coquette is stocking up on must-have patterned tights!

Fashion Pulse Daily gives a sneak peak at the soon-to-launch Carlos Falchi for Target Collection!

I'm Not Obsessed wants to know how you feel about Fall's newest trend - the Slouchy Hat?

The Jet Set Girls share a video recap of Anne's bachelorette party in Vegas.

KRISTOPHER DUKES is wanting, wearing, and hating Giuseppe Zanotti mules.

Second City Style says luckily, many designers turned out a selection of Flat Over-the-Knee Boots that boast a more comfortable version of the trend without sacrificing any of the chic.

As the weather cools down, SheFinds is warming up with the best of the best puffy coats and jackets.

Shopping and Info is giving away a $500 Carolina Herrera gift card.

StyleBakery.com has some stylish Halloween costume ideas using items you already have in your closet

Stylehive is finding Amelia Earhart's story and style so inspiring, and has devoted an entire slideshow to the aviatrix.

The Beauty Stop asks, "what are you willing to pay for moisturizer?"

The Shoe Goddess falls in love at the Pierre Hardy Boutique in Paris!

V-Style Has the stunning photos from Eva Longoria and Tony Parker's London Fog Campaign .

eye4style experiences the most stylish tea in London - Prêt-à-Portea at The Berkeley!

awesome movie poster friday - the SHOCKTOBER PART 2 edition!

SHICKTOBER keeps a-roll, roll, rollin' along to its inevitable conclusion: the 31st! Eyaahhh!