The Well Seasoned Nest

Spruce up your window sill with these adorable Egglings from The Well Seasoned Nest. The egglings are made of white porous ceramic. Plants grow for up to five months in the eggling's and then can be planted in the garden. Egglings come in two sizes (small-$9.00 and large-$19.50), and a variety of flowers and herbs.

Fancy Footwork by Campers

The Spanish company Campers continues to surprise and impress with me with their innovative footwear designs. Their shoes are not only stylish they are - here is the key word - comfortable. I mean the kind of shoes you can spend eight hours a day on - day in and day out. And they are remarkably well made. Since there styling isn't over the top trendy you can wear them (gasp!) two seasons in a row. So stop coveting those 4 inch stilletos and get something you will actually wear!

Shortsleeve Hoodies

These stylish hoodies have been popping up everywhere. I first noticed the ones by Mike and Chris which are adorable but pricey for a cotton sweatshirt at $155.00. Thankfully some other designers have created similarly stylish designs like this blue one at a anthropologie Retail $68.00. They are perfect for the summer because they add extra warmth but because they are short sleeved you aren't overly bundled up.

Indie Designers - Sales!

Bake Sale Designs.
Bake Sale Designs makes the tastiest accessories for you and your home. Featuring one-of-a-kind and limited edition bags made from new and vintage fabric.
Sale: For a limited time get $10 off almost every tote bag in the shop!

Ideal Favors.
Ideal Favors offers a modern and elegant collection of event decor and home accessories. We hope that our themes pages will inspire you to mix and match and create a look that reflects who you are!
Sale: Select Items on Sale while supplies last

Carol Perry Designs.
Unique earrings and jewelry accessories created from vintage, classic and modern materials. Something for every style and personality.
Sale: 10-75% Off

Sofia Bean.
Cotton Baby Clothes with exclusive Sofia Bean embroidery
in a unique and practical gift box!
Sale: 15% off with Coupon FP15
End Date = June 30, 2006

Submit a Sale

Stylish Frocks from Urban Outfitters

Being 5'9 I really like the trend of longer tops. They are comfortable and stylish and you don't have to worry about your stomach or your underwear poking out. I particularly like these two styles because although very different they both have a nice shape to them. Some tunics are too long and narrow and make your proportions look wrong but these two have more definition which works with your shape instead of against it. Styles available at Urban Outfitters.

Something Different - Lucite Cuffs by E.9th Jewelry

These vintage inspired Lucite cuffs are created by Melissa Liebling-Goldberg of E.9th Jewelry. The cuffs come in many different styles some have cameos while others small intricate designs. The colors ranging from aqua, black, clear, navy blue and more. And the bracelets come in two sizes; small and large. These bracelets have a nice balance of modern edginess mixed and with delicate femininity.

Bunny Tees Splurge vs. Steal

T-shirts and jeans have become a staple for almost any occation. And as the weather gets hotter, I find myself more often looking for something in my closet that is comfortable and light weight. The next generation of screen printed tees...animal prints. These adorable bunny tees are both endearing and fun. I first saw these bunny tees as Shop Intuition (retail $60) but Forever 21 has come out with an even cuter version in brown (retail $13.50).

Designer Jeans by J&Company

The designer jean trend does seem to be coming to a bit of a slow down. Maybe it is because it is summer now or maybe it is because so many designers entered the market that it seemed a bit like overkill. But among all the masses of jeans I have seen, this line by J&Companyreally stands out. Designer Julien Jarmoune desings his jeans with European styling and a rock and roll flare. Afer coming to the states from France just two years ago he has launched a line of jeans that is being worn by everyone from Paris Hilton to Eva Longoria. In addition to the original designs and the great fit, J&Company jeans are also more affordable - most pairs cost $120 - $140. Unlike other brands that I won't mention which are now trying to charge upwards of $275.00.

Flicka Handbags - Swedish for Girl

Wild textile prints make every outfit fun. Accessorize with the latest designs by Flicka Bags. Just add your favorite jeans and a plain white t-shirt and you are sure to be the eye candy of everyone you pass. The word "flicka" means girl in Swedish. The creator of Flicka Bags, Alice Cervantes, after living in Sweden decided a swedish word would be fitting for her design aesthetic. Alice currently resides in Philadelphia and combines her love for textile design and her search for the perfect handbag to form her own unique creations.

Linen Pillows by Balanced Design

These linen pillows are by Balanced Design a small design studio based in Providence Rhode Island. They use eco-friendly materials for their designs hence the name "Balanced Design". Their goal is to create modern designs while reducing, reusing or recycling materials. I applaud them for their concept and the execution.

Shop for Balanced Design at 2 Modern

Swim in Style with American Eagle Outfitters

Let the summer diet begin. With these adorable swim suits from American Eagle Outfitters it is time to hit the beach. Suites come in festive tropical prints, stipes and solids and most have string ties for adjustability on both top and bottom and flattering cuts. Most suits are onsale now for only $40-45. (Coastal Bikini and Baja Bikini shown)

Augustine for Any Occasion

Augustine apparel has really gotten something right here. The two designers, one trained in painting and the other in footware came together to create Augustine an amazing line of non-seasonal and non-trend based apparel. I really like the fact that they focus on creating designs you can wear all year round. The natural materials used in their knit wear are very wearable but have interesting and stylish lines as opposed to knit wear basics you may see at mainstream retailers.

For more information and stores visit Augustine

Embark Clutch by Mad Imports

This Embark clutch by Mad Imports features a graphic baobab tree on a raffia/cotton fabric and has carved wooden handles. Mad Imports is a socially responsible company that sells handmade accessories from the Madagascar and uses renewable resources. The sale of these handbags generates funds for community projects in developing countries. Retail Price: $78.00

Available online at: Mad Imports

Sales! Sales! Sales!

I decided that every other Thursday should be sales day so hear are the great sales I found out about this week...

The Fashion Pulse 50-70% Off
Introducing a one-week only SAMPLE SALE
Jill Stuart, Twinkle, Y & Kei, Samantha Treacy, Ya-Ya, Rachel Pally, Development, and more

Bellalulu Jewelry 20% Off + Free Shipping
Fresh, innovative baubles from indie designer Suzanne Webster .
Sale Ends June 30 - Enter FASHIONPLATE20 at Checkout

MadieDeluxe Handbags Extra 10% off Sale Items
Unique, one-of-a-kind, and limited edition handbags
Mention Fashion Plate in the comments section at checkout.

Swanky Maternity Apparel 20% Off the Entire Site
Maternity apparel for stylish mums-to-be
Enter FASHPLATE at checkout

Madara
Handmade jewelry and gifts.
sale_info = 15% off entire shop
Sale 6/1/06 - 6/10/06
Enter 15OFFSHOP at Checkout

HodgePodge Papers & Gifts Free Shipping
Fabulous Gifts and Personalized Stationery for all
occasions!!
Sale Ends - June 30, 2006
Mention Fashion Plate at checkout for discount.