Handbag and Wine Money

Whether you are eager to pick up that bottle of Seghesio Zin, fab new handbag or wanting to "pay it forward" and give a little more to your favorite charity... but are also realizing that your checkbook and the economy aren't allowing you the financial flexibility you have been used to... the Blonde comes to the rescue with a suggestion!!!!

If you are like me and have a pile of books laying around that you have already read and are willing to pass along... check this out: http://cash4books.net/index.php?ref=130641

You just input the ISBN number of the book online and see how much Cash4Books.com is willing to pay you. They pay for shipping, all you need to do is box 'em up and take 'em to the PO. Hey, at the very least, it's Starbuck's money! We can all use a little extra money love right now!

Smoke in a Bottle?

No, not quite... but Cosentino's Cigar Zin certainly does seem to be something that you would ask a genie in a bottle to bring you LOTS of.

Pairs perfectly with any heavy meat dish. Ripe berry, clove and pepper notes highlight this lovely wine. Highly recommended. You can purchase online here:
http://www.cosentinowinery.com/cosentino/catalog/index.jsp?cat_id=1009

Chocolate Solves Everything

After a frenetic week of travel to Chicago and Fort Lauderdale...ooo... and the new W Hotel on Atlantic Blvd (AIA) in Lauderdale is just gorgeous I have to say. A huge Bliss Spa, Whiskey Blue, and hot new club called the Living Room makes it a beach destination well worth visiting.

Check it out: http://www.starwoodhotels.com/whotels/property/dining/attraction_detail.html?propertyID=1522&attractionId=1003074564

However, I have ditched the heels and WHBM dress... and am now SO relishing this chill rainy Saturday morning at home sweet home... home... otherwise known as my "girl cave." The only thing I'm missing now is one of my favorite chocolates from the Dagoba Organic line. They have the most unique blends of chocolate. Yep, one word, DEADLY... especially the Lavender Blueberry. An amazing experience of lavender, blueberries and cacao that is blended together for a divine, calming experience. Keep one of these babies tucked away in a safe place when the monthly cravings hit ;)

Find Dagoba here:
http://www.dagobachocolate.com/

Stars T's Shine Above the Rest

I would have 10 of these 3/4 sleeve T's... one in every color if I could. SO LOVE Michael Stars!!! Cohen's signature "shine" fabric will always be a favorite of mine. They used to sell his line at Sak's and Bloomingdale's, but now Michael Stars sells direct from their own site. The dresses are oh so adorable and comfy too...

Check out the 3/4 sleeve T's here: http://www.michaelstars.com/p-0021-Shine_34_Sleeve_Crew.php?color=BAYOU&item_num=1

They last FOREVER and are a purchase well worth making. I have one in black and a shine cap sleeve crew in "blush." Awesome!