faux bois

I am obsessed with the lates collab piece by bleachblack x urban outfitters. The branch ring is inspired by Valerie Killeen's mom's faux-bois wedding ring from the '70s. It almost looks like something by Iosselliani, but for way less cash - only $18 a pop.

bleachblack

bleachblack x uo

BleachBlack x Urban Outfitters rhinestone bracelet

I want you to want me

Currently lusting after these budget-friendly pieces (and its SO hard to not to shop when I'm saving up for NYC!!)

1. Revolvor black suede ankle bootie, stevemadden.com

2. Men's solid vintage oxford shirt, jcrew.com

3. Cheap Monday "Statira" skirt, urbanoutfitters.com

4. AA slit legging, americanapparel.net

Heart-shaped box

Flowers and chocolate are clichéd Valentine's gifts. They're plain boring. If you're sick of receiving flowers that die and chocolates that ruin your "Get slim in '09" New Year's resolution, why not email your Valentine a wish-list? Here's some amazing V-Day booty I found:

PS- I still can't post photos properly so that's why they're all askew.

1. Pavé tophat by Tarina Tarantino, revolveclothing.com
2. Lolita-esque sunnies, Urban Outfitters
3. Holding You Forever wedding rings by Alex & Chloe, revolveclothing.com
4. Hot Lips phone, Urban Outfitters
5. Classic quilted flap bag w/Valentine's Day charms, Chanel, chanel.com
6. Heart lock necklace by Philip Crangi, barneys.com
7. Kanye West's 808's and Heartbreak vinyl, Urban Outfitters
8. Rose rings, fredflare.com