From our friends at thefind.com:

If I had a dollar for every time I’ve gotten stuck in a sudden downpour without my trusty Hello Kitty rain boots, I’d probably have enough money to buy a pair of wellies to keep on-hand at every possible location I’ve ever been stranded without them in the past. Or I could just invest in the best idea ever – folding rain boots! UK-based footwear brand Redfoot deserves the credit behind the idea that should’ve been brought to fashion fruition way earlier. After all, we already have several brand name versions of rollable, on-the-go flats – so why not make a portable version of their bulkier cousin, the rain boot?! With four different colors, these lightweight, waterproof, foldable styles are cute, cozy, and compact – complete with their own packing bag for easy storage! Say ‘so long’ to those days of wearing your boots on sunny days solely out of fear of sprinkly weather ahead – simply take these folding rain boots with you to work, in your car, to class (or wherever you might need them!) so you’re always prepared for a rainy day!

- Alexandra Gambardella

Just because a piece of fashion has a big name label on it, and just because it’s super expensive, doesn’t make it a must-have or chic item. A fashion victim is a sucker who buys something just because she can – with no logical thought of style and value. Here’s a few examples of items that certainly take the cake, courtesy of LollieShopping.com. Head to the site to see the rest of these luxury fashion misses!
Christian Louboutin Paw Pumps ($5000): I truly believe CL came up with these shoes to make fun of the 1% who can afford to buy them and are dumb enough to wear them. They have to be a joke, right? I mean, they HAVE to be. Oh, please tell me that CL is just a big ol’ mean girl like me and that these shoes were nothing more than a prank on rich ladies.

From our friends at thefind.com:

While a winter coat is a no-brainer cold-weather staple, I’ve come to notice that a wisely-chosen cozy accessory can actually make a remarkable difference when it comes to staying warm during the coldest time of the year! In recent times, I’ve become a bit of a scarf addict – in fact, I have scarves of all colors, styles, and thickness so I have several that I can rock in any weather – and I can’t help but pick up on all the ultra-comfy knit scarves that have been cropping up this season. Collar scarves in particular have been catching my eye because they somehow look so glamorous yet comfortable at the same time – after all, they’re designed to hug you tight and are the perfect outfit add-on when you feel like bundling up. Think of them as a more extreme version of the infinity scarf, but even more cozy, as they incorporate extra-chunky knits for that looped-and-layered look that will stop at nothing to protect you from catching a chill! I love this classic knit collar by Bop Basics from Shopbop – its neutral tone will go with everything, and it’s so comfy that you’ll be tempted to rock it everyday! If you’re looking for something a bit more festive, this metallic Michael Kors scarf has that similarly cozy feel but with some added shimmer and an edgy exposed zipper. And as long as you’re not sensitive to itchy fabric, this Madewell mohair scarf will never fail at keeping you extra warm through this winter freeze!

- Alexandra Gambardella

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Via our friends at thefind:

I’ll admit that I rarely frequent the GAP nowadays, but the great thing about that store is that I know I can always count on it for all my basic essentials: comfy tees, trusty 1969 jeans, cozy knit sweaters, and affordable menswear-inspired blazers (when I don’t have the energy to dodge the crowds and strewn-about merch at H&M, that is). It’s not my go-to place for a spending spree, but it’s reliable, and on certain shopping trips that can be a real lifesaver. However, when I stumbled across the new soft lace-up oxfords that just hit stores last week, I didn’t have that same underwhelmed-yet-comfortingly-familiar feeling I usually get when browsing their offerings – I was actually intrigued. Maybe it’s the surprisingly chic sueded effect or just my own fascination with the multitude of colors the style comes in, but for some reason I was just convinced that I needed all 5 pairs. After all, if the past three years haven’t made it apparent enough, every girl needs a pair of girly menswear-inspired oxford flats (or several), and considering these are only $50 a pop and come in so many colors to choose from, why not keep collecting? What do you think – are you motivated to buy a pair of these oxford flats, or do you already have more interesting pairs in your shoe arsenal?

- Alex Gambardella

I’m sure you’ve seen the infomercials, with the ever-beautiful Cindy Crawford introducing us to a product that she swears will aid us in our fight against aging. So when I received a complimentary tube of the Meaningful Beauty® Lifting Eye Crème, I had to put it to the test and see if my favorite supermodel from the 80s was speaking the truth. Want to know the results? Click through to LollieShopping.com for the verdict!

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1. Mustache Scarf Cowl, $39, Pip Robins via Etsy; 2. Polka Dot Sweater, £350, Chinti and Parker; 3. Seething Jealousy Polish, $11.99, Scotch Naturals; 4. Fair Isle Long Socks, £20, People Tree; 5. Melissa Oxfords, $74, Raffaelo

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