PLT Store Review on Youtube!

Samantha at samajama27 has kindly reviewed products from the Pretty Lil' Things store! Head over to her Youtube channel to watch the video and more of her other product reviews!

Super Knockoff: Alexander McQueen Motorcycle Bootie

Another wonderful knockoff worth noting. Earlier Steve Madden created a knockoff version of Alexander McQueen's wonderful Motorcycle Bootie, very in fashion for this season, that retailed for $130. Compared to the original price tag of $1159, the Steve Madden version was already a steal.

The Original

Alexander McQueen Motorcycle Bootie, $1159 from Zappos

Of course good stuff will always be knocked off. I saw this pair of Pink Duchess booties in one of Lulu's email newsletters and is described as "inspired by Alexander McQueen's Faithful Shoe". I would say that it's a pretty good knockoff (except for the chunky heel instead of the stilleto heel), and the price is amazing! If you really want to rock this style but definitely can't afford a four-digit shoe, or can no longer get a hold of the Steve Madden version, why not try this two-digit stunner?

The Super Knockoff

Pink Duchess Vicky Black Zippered and Collared Bootie, $37 from Lulu's

DIY Time: Faux Croc Skin USB Flash Drive

I haven't done any DIY projects in awhile, but somehow this week I decided to transform my old USB flash drive and turn it into a cute accessory. I visited my local Hobby Lobby looking for something that I can wrap around my flash drive, and I found a really cute croc skin craft paper which was the perfect thing! Then I glued it around the outer covering of the flash drive and ta-da!

I'm putting this cute croc skin USB Flash Drive up for sale for just $10 bucks if anyone needs an extra USB. It was originally a 512MB SanDisk Cruzer Micro, it's good stuff! Visit the PLT Store to get it!

Pink Faux Croc Skin USB Flash Drive (512MB), $10

This Week's Best Dressed 11/7

From left: Katy Perry at the MTV European Music Awards in a Marchesa gown in Berlin on November 5

Cameron Diaz at the premiere of The Box in a RM by Roland Mouret sheath dress in NYC on November 4

Liv Tyler at the launch of Stella McCartney for Gap Kids Collection in Beverly Hills on November 4

From left: Kim Kardashian at the Kardashian Charity Knock-out event in California on November 3

Kate Bekinsale in a J. Mendel dress at the premiere of Everybody's Fine in L.A. on November 3Olivia Wilde at the Precious premiere at AFI Fest in a RM by Roland Mouret sheath dress in L.A. on November 1

Sales & Coupons Week of 11/6

• American Eagle: 15% off sitewide with code 56289372, offer expires unknown.

• Bath & Body Works: $10 off $30 purchase with code TENOFF, offer expires unknown.

• Charlotte Russe: Free shipping on orders of $50 or more, no coupon required, offer expires 11/7/09.

• DSW: Receive an extra 30% off clearance items with code CLR30, offer expires 11/9/09.

• Express: Save 20% off your entire purchase (regular priced items only) with code 4291, offer expires 11/7/09.

• Old Navy: Free shipping when you spend $50 or more with code ONSHIP50, offer expires 11/8/09.

• Sephora: Free shipping on any order with code S4FM416, offer expires unknown

• Victoria's Secret: Free shipping on orders of $50 with code FA919477, offer expires unknown.

Help! Instant Fashion Fixes

Have you ever had a fashion mishap where a strap on your dress broke or you ordered something online for a special occasion but it doesn fit? Here are some instant fashion fixes and some useful tools that you should always have to keep you prepared from wardrobe malfunctions.



Mishap 1: The straps on my top/dress broke.
The fix: Safety pins and fashion tape.

Use the safety pin to secure the broken strap onto the garment and put fashion tape over it to give it double protection.



Mishap 2: I ordered a dress online and it arrived today but it's too big. I need to wear it tonight!
The fix: Safety pins or a sewing kit.

If you really don't have time to do a little sewing, the quick fix version is safety pins. Roughly estimate how much you need to reduce on both sides of the seams, then pin it down on the inside of the garment, parallel to the seams. If you have more time then sew it down with needle and thread just in case the safety pins pop open while you're wearing. The results? You won't even be able to tell from the outside!



Mishap 3: I have a cute party top but the neckline is too low and my bra is showing.
The fix: Fashion tape.

There are fashion tape available that are precut and come in a handy case that you can carry around. Stick it onto the insides of the garment along the neckline, peel of the backing, and secure it onto your skin. Stays intact all night! If not, the tape can easily be replaced.



Mishap 4: My feet hurt from wearing my new heels.
The fix: Band-aids.

You probably already know this one! Since you might need some time to break into a pair of new heels, carry some band-aid in your purse to protect your feet from blisters.



Mishap 5: My tights tore and I don't want the hole to get bigger.
The fix: Clear nail polish.

It's true and it works! Apply clear nail polish around the opening of the hole to prevent it from tearing futher. This is only a temporary fix though, you will probably need a pair of new tights later on.


Bascially the most important things you need to keep in your purse is a box of fashion tape (Victoria's Secret has them in a cute sliding tin box for $9.99), some safety pins, and band-aids for your night out. You can conveniently store these items in the sliding tin box of the fashion tape and no one will ever know!

Do you have an instant fashion fix that you want to share?

Fall Must Haves at Pretty Lil' Things

I've put together some essentials items for the season from my wardrobe and they're now available at the PLT Store!



The most noticeable new item I've added is this brand new Asymmetric Collar Zip Knit Jacket that came from Japan. It's very fashionable and definitely worth the $28!

Asymmetric Collar Zip Knit Jacket, $28

The moto jacket is also the rage this season. Go with faux leather to save some cash! This one I have has a crinkle effect that makes it oh so special. I bet you won't run into anyone wearing the same jacket since it's imported!

Faux Leather Crinkle Moto Jacket, $30

How about a cute bag to go with one of the above jackets? Make a statement with this Houndstooth patterned bag!

Civate Houndstooth Bag, $25

Keep your legs warm! Wear it with a tunic, under a skirt, or go bold with shorts with these purple ankle leggings! Cute with flats! These leggings are brand new and imported from Japan, you won't find them anywhere else!

Ankle Leggings, $12

Like what you see? For more fall essentials and other affordable stuff check out the Pretty Lil' Things Store!