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I just wanted to share with ya'll some of my favorite J.Crew pieces that I own. I would love for ya'll to share some of your favorite pieces. It can be something that you own or something that you wished you owned! Trust me, I know how that feels. Go ahead and email me: cupcake___queen@hotmail.com and I'll put them up within a few days. The deadline is Friday July 18th, 2008!

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I'm excited to see what I get in my lovely little inbox from you all! These can be from past collections present, or, if you're lucky enough to know what's coming: future collections! And as always: email me any questions you may have. Advice, outfits, or anything J.Crew.

The Frankie Bag

I guess I'm just in an accessories kind of mood today. But honestly, the best accessory for fall is going to be the Frankie bag. The classic yet stylish style. The amazing, rich color choices. It's gorgeous. Let's take a look, shall we?

The leather is tumbled "exclusively by Borge Garveri". Borge Garveri, if you don't already know, is a famous leather producer. It was estanlished around 1870 and has been a family company ever since. They're located in Norway and Germany and have been tanning leather for centuries. Needless to say, this is a quality purse, that's for sure. It's part of the J.Crew collection, and if you've yet to buy a piece of theirs, this is a great one to invest in. The color(s) are great and the quality of the bag will last an incredibly long time. Plus, the style is timeless.

It comes in one other color, which I personally believe is going to be the best pick for fall. It's called Cherry Guava and I think it's a gorgeous shade of red. And trust me, it will be a perfect accessory to match any of the new Fall collection. The brass finishings make the purse super cute and trendy as well.

I have to say that this is my number one pick for best accessory so far. I debated between the Andie bag and this Frankie bag. The price and quality of the Frankie is what made it win my heart. So ladies, if you're looking for a new purse that's not going to let you down, this is it!

Shoes Can Change Your Life

J.Crew is doing this on purpose. They are tempting me with gorgeous, beautifully patterned shoes. And it's not fair. Because I cannot afford them. My fiance' would flip if I came waltzing into our home with these cute little shoes on my feet. Not because they're so fabulous, but J.Crew is doing this on purpose. They are tempting me with gorgeous, beautifully patterned shoes. And it's not fair. Because I cannot afford them. My fiance' would flip if I came waltzing into our home with these cute little shoes on my feet. Not because they're so fabulous, but because he knows shoes like that cost an arm and a leg.

I love shoes. These shoes complete an outfit. These shoes, actually, make the outfit. Now, in my opinion, as soon as the Fall collection hits stores and online, these babies are going on sale. So pray they still have your size once they do.

Now, let's be serious. Do I have $228 to fork out on a pair of patterned peep toe pumps? Absolutely not. Do I wish on my lucky stars every night that somehow magically I'll win the lottery? Or that an elderly relative will leave me some sort of fortune? Yes. If I had the money, I'd own these shoes in every color, every pattern, and wear them every day. Maybe someday.

The Fall Collection is Coming! The Fall Collection is Coming!

Ladies and gentlemen: Be sure to rush out to your J.Crew on July 23rd for the latest Fall collection! Now, I can't exactly say what's coming into the stores, but trust me. It's definitely worth setting your alarm and getting up before 10am. Go hop in the shower, doll yourself up, grab a Starbucks, and go enjoy the new collection. Honestly, it will take your breath away. In fact, if you haven't been to your store lately and you don't think you can wait until the 23rd, we've gotten a few new pieces of the collection. Ask an associate where the latest things are!

Also, I've gotten a few emails asking about putting together outfits. Consider me your personal shopper, personal stylist, whichever you prefer! I'm more than happy to make the world a more beautiful place, one J.Crew outfit at a time. Here's my email: cupcake___queen@hotmail.com. Email me anytime. I check it daily.