Stylish with Substance

I sneaked a tiny peek at J. Crew's Plaid City Tote in my Nan's catalog. Just my luck! I love the idea of plaid bags and this style is so sweet with allover-outer pockets. Personally, I'd wait out for a more school-girl Fall plaid to buy. And at $98, it's got to be me, and I've got to love it. But for a whimsical, summery look that actually doesn't have straw, this may be you!

11 1/2 length, cotton/vachetta trim. (Wedges not included.)

So smart! a cute makeup case with so many more uses; I use my Bath and Body Works cases for: a camera case, an iPod case, and yes---makeup. In pink and green, these Goldie argyle cases (with bows!) are the perfect mix of prep and girly pep. Perfect for beauteous you. At 8 1/4"L x 3 1/4"W x 2 1/4"H, these makeup cases cost $14 at Bath and Body Works. (Psst. The more rounded case (available only in stores) has an inside pocket!)

So smart! a cute makeup case with so many more uses; I use my Bath and Body Works cases for: a camera case, an iPod case, and yes---makeup. In pink and green, these Goldie argyle cases (with bows!) are the perfect mix of prep and girly pep. Perfect for beauteous you. At 8 1/4"L x 3 1/4"W x 2 1/4"H, these makeup cases cost $14 at Bath and Body Works.

(Psst. The more rounded case (available only in stores) has an inside pocket!)

I really needed a change: some new underwear; and by happenstance I came upon Jockey's new No Panty Line Promise® collection. These panties keep their promise of no lines even under fairly thin trousers. They're of "modal" cotton-like fabric that is comfy and smooth and they're my new basic, everyday undies. My faves are the bikinis with lacey leg openings, because they're the comfiest. They come in a variety of colours (including hot red) and Jockey also offers matching camisoles. I even found a leopard-print bikini, to feel special and for those rare, special nights. (Le sigh, I hope there are some fated for my days.)

Oh, yes, now I'm feeling a little more comfortable and looking a little better in cute bikini-underwear. As I've recently written, I'm working on getting a little cuter in those bikinis, too (though not yet for swimsuit bikinis!). But oh! do I wish for someone to appreciate seeing me in them. Oh! these Jockeys and I deserve the promise of a significant Love.