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come into Leelou’s Garden… you may never leave!

style observer | December 3rd 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

“Leelou’s garden blooms sometimes unexpectedly…” We’re all starting to realize the importance of classic pieces such as The White Shirt. In the past, the white shirt had let us down. The fit wasn’t what we wa read more

thirstypig

Burgers from Five Guys

The Thirsty Pig | December 2nd 2009

A decent burger from the East Coast, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, makes its way to my stomach. Though the image of the burger is not appetizing . . .almost looks like a sad burger, it is actually a pretty good burger.As you walk in, you notice the p read more

Lambofan

Lamborghini Picture of the Day (12/1/09)

Lambofan | December 1st 2009

Today’s pic… Lamborghini Gallardo.  This is a Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 by ENCO Exclusive which as you can see is a special auto body and interior shop. This is of course is a plain Gallardo with the body work and interior from EN read more

kmca15

Specials at Racanelli's & Racanelli's Cucina

STL Meal Deals | November 30th 2009 by KMCA

After a brief posting hiatus for Thanksgiving, it's time to catch up on some St. Louis deals. This one actually features sister restaurants, each with their own unique deals: the original pizza oriented Racanelli's and their newer, entertainment fo read more

giftgirl

metallic monday

style observer | November 30th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

Monday can be such a dreary day. The weekend is over, and you’re back to the old routine. Let’s try to warm it up a bit with some hot metallics. Right now, we’re seeing bronze metallic. The gold and silver metallic of the Summer h read more

giftgirl

Magnes Sisters bags 15% off

style observer | November 27th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

We’re all thinking about holiday gifts, especially on Black Friday. The Magnes Sisters have extended a 15% discount to Style Observer readers from Nov. 27 – Dec. 10th. Hop on and check out the collection, I already bought my bags! At ch read more

giftgirl

Century 21 Video: key pieces for the classic holiday look

style observer | November 26th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

In this economic environment, women don’t want to spend big bucks on clothing. We still love our designers, we just don’t want to pay such a high price. Can you believe you can have both? Century 21 has great designer brands at about ha read more

thirstypig

Dutch Crunch, Why don't we have that in LA . . . Ike's Place

The Thirsty Pig | November 25th 2009

Ike's Place in San Francisco is a local sandwich place that has a bread called Dutch Crunch. Dutch Crunch is a type of sourdough that a bit crunchy, yet not too hard, that is only found in SF. I really wish we had it here in LA.The Menage a Trois - read more

giftgirl

do you have a boyfriend with sequins?

style observer | November 25th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

What’s the one article of clothing that elevates ripped jeans to beyond fabulous? The sequin boyfriend jacket. It’s THE jacket to have over the holidays. The idea with the sequin boyfriend is to dress it down. It shines enough on its own, read more

giftgirl

channel carrie bradshaw

style observer | November 24th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

Haute Hippie’s mini-dress must be Bradshaw inspired. The dress with ostrich feathers is more appealing. It’s more wearable, and a little more sophisticated than the tutu. The younger you are, the easier it will be for you to get away wi read more

giftgirl

a top for three seasons

style observer | November 23rd 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

This top is labeled a ‘dress’, but we like it much better as tunic/tank. We also think it works really well from Fall through the Summer. Keep in mind, we’re looking for longer tops these days. The cropped is over for now. If you read more

foodnut

Ike’s Place Restaurant Review, San Francisco

Foodnut.com | November 23rd 2009 by Foodnut

Ike’s Place has been serving sandwiches since 2007 with lines out the door almost all the time. Ike Shehadeh’s believes that sandwiches should only be made with the finest ingredients and the utmost quality control. Dirty Sauce All sandw read more

kmca15

Oliver's $6.99 Bacon Wrapped Filet

STL Meal Deals | November 20th 2009 by KMCA

Typically I keep these specials on the Missouri side, but today's deal is actually located across the river in Cahokia, Illinois at Oliver's on the Runway, a restaurant located in the Downtown St. Louis Airport.For those who have done everything in read more

thirstypig

Holder's Country Inn, Cupertino

The Thirsty Pig | November 20th 2009

Originally, I wanted to focus on hole-in-the-walls and breakfast joints, but I got a bit sidetracked. Holder's Country Inn is a place I would have posted about either way.Holder's features an omelet that somehow more fluffy than your regular omelet. read more

giftgirl

spanx takes it to the next level – haute contour

style observer | November 20th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

Spanx has become every woman’s best friend. Well, you’re best friend has just become very fashionable. The Haute Contour Collection will make you feel as pretty as you do slender. It’s perfect for under your party dress. These a read more

thirstypig

Pho Kim Long, San Jose

The Thirsty Pig | November 19th 2009

In my recent trip to the Bay area, to attend the Foodbuzz festival, I also tried a few other places. Pho Kim Long in San Jose was chosen on this chilly night. Anytime when it is a bit nippy, I like to have hot soups - and Vietnamese noodle soups, a read more

giftgirl

you’ve gotta know when to fold ‘em

style observer | November 19th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

Are you kidding me? This is perfection! Imagine cute flats that you can fold up and put in your bag. How many times have I been running around the city, in heels that are way too high, dying to get home and take them off. These cute flats would hav read more

tabloidprodigy

Victim remembers guy with ‘$’ tattooed on his face

Tabloid Prodigy | November 18th 2009

A Florida man who attacked another man was arrested after police were able to identify him by the victim’s description–he had a dollar sign tattooed on his face. Deshawn Montaye McQueen, 30, was arrested for crack cocaine possession and read more

giftgirl

walking on clouds

style observer | November 18th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

It’s no surprise that I absolutely adore dressing everyday. I love the process of putting the outfit together, doing my hair, makeup, and polishing off the outfit with some form of high heel. Having said that, at the end of the day ‘my read more

foodnut

Cheung Hing Restaurant Restaurant Review, Millbrae

Foodnut.com | November 18th 2009 by Foodnut

Cheung Hing Restaurant is a low cost Chinese restaurant in downtown Millbrae serving Seafood and Hong Kong Style BBQ. They also have a location in San Francisco’s Outer Sunset district. They specialize in items like BBQ pork, Roast Duck, Roast read more

saynt

SHOP: American Retro | Ali Headband, $58

Fashion Indie | November 17th 2009 by Daniel Saynt

This is so adorable! Perfect for the cold weather that is sadly coming out way… Get it at Shopbop read more

saynt

SHOP: Siwy | Hannah Slim Leggings, $218

Fashion Indie | November 17th 2009 by Daniel Saynt

I love the look of sequined leggings..I think they’re this year’s leather leggings..what do you guys think? Get them at Shopbop read more

giftgirl

the perfect cami

style observer | November 17th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

“Ugh … that top would be perfect to wear if it didn’t show so much cleavage.” If that has ever been your dilemma, I think I just read about the solution. The Perfect Cami It’s just another one of those things we need read more

giftgirl

how to transform one dress from work to evening

style observer | November 16th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

This time of year there are a ton of cocktail parties, after work get-togethers, and dinner parties. Year after year I’m asked the same question: How can I transition a work outfit into an after hours party look? WORK OUTFIT Go for a simple read more

foodnut

Cerviche Taqueria Restaurant Review, San Mateo

Foodnut.com | November 16th 2009 by Foodnut

Cerviche Taqueria is a fairly new family owned Mexican restaurant in San Mateo about a block from the downtown San Mateo Caltrain station. It is located in an area that is more Hispanic oriented. They serve tacos, burritos, quesadillas, dinner plates read more

giftgirl

Jimmy Choo for H&M – the reaction

style observer | November 15th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

Remember I told my fabulous ‘editor-at-large’ Mary Sutherland would be reporting on the Jimmy Choo for H&M scene? Well, she was unable to attend. In the words of Donald Trump…”YOU’RE FIRED”. In an effort to p read more

giftgirl

two weeks to a tight tush?

style observer | November 13th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

First of all, this is not an advertisement. I’m not getting paid by this company! Actually, I would never mention a product that I didn’t believe in. OK, that’s out of the way… I’m sure I’ve mentioned before tha read more

giftgirl

counting down – Jimmy Choo for H&M

style observer | November 12th 2009 by Jean Voute Pratt

Jimmy Choo for H&M will be available in less than 2 days. My fabulous and nutty editor-at-large, Mary Sutherland, will be reporting from the NYC store. She’ll give us the scoop on whether the goods meet expectations, and whether a Choo c read more

mybeautybunny

Product Review – Orglamix Mineral Eye Shadows

My Beauty Bunny | November 12th 2009 by Jen Mathews

So, despite being a beauty addict, I have a somewhat embarrassing confession–I have yet to master applying eye makeup. I don’t know why. I have the brushes. I have the makeup. I even have the patience. But there’s something about s read more

kmca15

Delicious Dogs in an Unexpected Location

STL Meal Deals | November 11th 2009 by KMCA

DJGel was having a rough weekend this past week so it was no surprise when the air conditioner suddenly broke and a huge puddle of water started forming at its base. Living in an upstairs apartment, this is one of the worst things that can happen s read more