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She Knows Best - Lifestyle Tips for Guys

October 5th, 2007

Hubby’s AFFLICTION Of Pain

So my husband saw this Affliction Shredded Jacket on a magazine and liked it, I did too. He asked me to check out the price from it’s website. When I told him it’s $700, an affliction of pain(haha, pardon the pun) rushed through him. Well that’s over-exaggeration but you know..LOL. Why is it $700?

Vintage […]

By Dexie -- 19 comments

August 29th, 2007

Cover Up With Michael Kors Twill Trench Coat

Well, he’s not Michael Kors for nothing. This Twill Trench Coat in olive brown color is just the perfect thing to help you warm up this Fall and Winter. It’s double-breasted with two zip muffler pockets and collar that has an adjustable tab to keep you cozy and toasty. You can find this trench coat […]

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August 21st, 2007

Olive Green Blazer For Fall

Getting ready for Fall I hope? I found this “Bella Vista” blazer at Nordstrom. Military inspired jacket with 4 flap pockets in and 3 buttons in front. Not only do I love the olive green color, I also love the length of this blazer. It falls just below your hips which gives that tailored style. […]

By Dexie -- 1 comment

July 31st, 2007

GAP Light Brown Leather Jacket For Fall And Winter

A short zip leather jacket in light brown from GAP’s new arrivals section. This is perfect for the upcoming Fall season. I know Summer is not officially over yet but it’s getting there. This long sleeves, collar, zip front and cuffs leather jacket goes well with any colored or graphic shirts underneath. Pair it […]

By Dexie -- 5 comments

June 3rd, 2007

DETAILS Advice on Denim : The Skinny and The Trouser

So here’s the skinny, on this snug-fit, from the waist to the ankle jeans. I’ve already opined on this blasted thing - Unless you’re a British Rocker from the ’70s or the ’80’s, stay away from it-, BUT if you really must, much to my chagrined, DETAILS magazine  shows you how to wear it. With […]

By Dexie -- 3 comments

June 1st, 2007

DETAILS Advice on Denim : Faded Jeans

One of the features on the June/July issue of DETAILS is all about dressing up Denims. So SKB will go through it one by one just for you. Awwww! First up is the Faded Jeans.
It might look like it’s down to it’s last color due to constant washing and age so you’re […]

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May 31st, 2007

Yay Or Nay : Vintage-Inspired Patched Blazer

As it is in Fashion world, a HIT, is always accompanied by a MISS. Or as we call it here in SKB, a resounding NAY. The picture above is Exhibit A. This blazer which they call a vintage-inspired “old school” blazer is from Macy’s.com. I don’t care if the price dropped down from $158 to […]

By Dexie -- 1 comment

May 15th, 2007

Dockers : Never-Iron Blazer

Lookie here, Dockers also have a Never-Iron washable blazer. Talk about saving you time when you really have to walk out of your door for either work, a business meeting or even a date. Just grab it from the hanger and you are good to go. No need to iron it. This costs $160. […]

By Dexie -- 1 comment

May 4th, 2007

Neiman Marcus’s The Next Big Things

Technically it said “6 Things You Must Have For Spring” but I think this could continue on ’till summer or whenever you feel like wearing any item on each category, depending on the weather of course.
First up is the Silver Jewelry. I agree. I like it when my husband wears his silver cross-pendant necklace. […]

By Dexie -- 8 comments