Recently, I’ve been hearing a lot about “made to order” clothing – and also how complicated it can be to actually place an order because of all the strange measurements they request. The gals and I were just talking about this at lunch today.

Low and behold, I sat back down at my desk and found what looks like to be a new, very promising “made to order” clothing site called eShakti.

. . . and they have some REALLY cute stuff.

It looks like you can order any item through their standard sizing (0-26), but still can choose the length of the skirt, for instance), or you can totally customize your outfit for $15.

Geo applique sundress, $59.95

Geo applique ruffle front skirt, $59.95

Poplin stretch surplice dress, $49.95

Betsey Johnson Fish Ring ($45, Piperlime.com)

What are your favorite summer accessories?

On Friday, CVS was having a BOGO sale on my favorite new lip product, CoverGirl Outlast All Day Lipcolor. Since Friday, I’ve returned three different shades. I couldn’t decide! What if I made the wrong choice!

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My favorite, and final choice ended up being the “Ever Red-dy” shade, #507. I LOVE the color… and what I love about the product the most is that it DOES NOT fade. I actually need to use makeup remover to take it off at night so I don’t go to bed looking like… well, you know.

Covergirl Outlast All Day Lipcolor ($5 - $9)

So, if you’re looking for a good, solid, drug store lipcolor, go straight for the Outlast.

Women's Mossimo® Pollyann Woven Wedge Sandals (Target, $22.99)

UPDATE: I received these sandals a week or two ago and wanted to let you know that they do, in fact, run a little big. I had to return the 7.5s for 7s. Otherwise, they’re great!

Sorry I’ve been quiet the past few weeks… I feel like I’ve been in a fashion/writing funk recently, but I’m feeling back in the groove. I sadly didn’t get a call back from Rachel Zoe’s people for that contest, but I suppose my big break is yet to come : )

So, to start off, I thought I’d get your opinion on yet another new – old – trend: the clog. I never really liked clogs when they were popular back in the day, but the latest iteration is making me look twice – maybe. What do you think of these two?

Daynty (Steve Madden, $109)

Jeffrey Campbell 'Charli-C' Clog (Nordstrom, $124)

Long time, no talk. Buenos Aires was a great time. The weather was beautiful -70s every day- and Ariel’s mom’s art show was a hit. I also did A LOT of eating… of some of this:

The Fugazza with Cheese and Onion

and this….

Salmon a la parrilla with papas provencal

And lots of drinking of this:

La Linda Malbec

Anyhow, since I’ve returned, I’ve been entrenched with his contest Rachel Zoe and Piperlime.com are running called “Be The Next Big Stylist.” You can check out the details here.

To quickly summarize, I had to put together three looks (unlimited entries). The first look is for a client’s ten-year high school reunion, the second for a high-powered exec who wants a day-to-night look, and the third a client who needs a dress for a best friend’s wedding. Here’s a look at my top 3:

High School Reunion

Look 1: Ten Year Reunion by outfittedbyalli featuring Kenneth Jay Lane jewelry

Look 2: From Day to Night by outfittedbyalli featuring Juicy Couture jewelry

Look 3: Best Friend’s Wedding by outfittedbyalli featuring Abas clutches

To give you a taste, here’s what I’m thinking of taking. (The weather has been bright and sunny, with highs around 80.)

buenos aires by outfittedbyalli featuring J Crew tops

Stepping into the wild world of patterns, she totally rocks this watercolor themed skirt.

Nice job, Joy!