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yesterday in catalogs
Frederick's Of Hollywood's Marketing Techniques Haven't Changed Much In 45 Years
Back in the day, womens' clothes were marketed as having a purpose, and that purpose was to snag a man. How else to explain this Frederick's Of Hollywood catalog from 1964? More »
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By DodaiComment by AJ: Okay, this connection is still forming as I write so bear with me. I see Dodai's post as a... 10 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
The WASPiest Items In "Vineyard Vines"
Why one of us received the Vineyard Vines catalog is a mystery. But it's no secret that inside, we found the WASPiest crap we'd ever seen. Behold: More »
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By DodaiComment by greengrey (raidersofthelostSTAR): I really like Vineyard Vines. But I also like Lilly Pulitzer, Brooks Brothers, and J. Crew. I wish I were... 25 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Oriental Trading Wedding!: Spend Less On Needless Items
Oriental Trading Wedding! is a catalog that promises to "make your day perfect for less." It offers a lot of cheap shit you don't need, bizarre items you don't want, and garbage — literally.
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By TracieComment by Shamrockette: And the wedding would not be complete without a Barbie Wedding Cake! 18 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
5 Hideous Things Urban Outfitters Wants You To Wear This Summer
Here in the Northern Hemisphere, the weather is warming up and the new Urban Outfitters catalog has arrived, chock-full of gruesome garments for the self-loathing hipster in you. More »
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Free People's Tops Can Be Worn Many Ways, Several Of Them Stoopid
It just seems like no matter how you tie this thing, it looks dumb. Another weird item after the jump. More »
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By DodaiComment by Uncommon Whore: Oh Lord, it's like that American Apparel dress that can be worn 60 different ways! If you are a... 14 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Summer At J. Crew: Pretty, Pastel, Pricey
Memorial day means summer has unofficially begun, and the folks at J.Crew are pushing soft, light, pretty pastels — and some of it's almost affordable! More »
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By DodaiComment by wordinedgewise: If you love something J.Crew makes but think it's too $$, wait 3 months and it will be on sale.... 21 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
What Should Michelle Obama Buy From Boden?
Word is, Michelle Obama ordered a copy of the Boden catalog, "beloved" by British Conservative Party's David Cameron; Mayor of London, Boris Johnson; and Angelina Jolie. We've got one too; whaddya think she'll buy? More »
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By DodaiComment by LAmonkeygirl: I really enjoy looking at Boden clothing, but I've never bought anything. Do any Jezzies have experience with their... 13 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Teen Dreams: The Best Stuff From Delia's & Alloy
Summer's here, in the sunny, smile-filled pages of the Delia's and Alloy catalogs. Looking for bright, fun, cheap clothes? You're in luck! (Who cares if it's been decades since you were actually a teen?) More »
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By DodaiComment by saintbernadette: Does anyone else feel like they're in this terrible clothing purgatory between Delia's/Express and J. Jill/Coldwater Creek? What the hell am... 34 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
May Anthropologie Catalog: Totally Watered Down
Hey, you know what this recession needs? To encourage us to shop for things we can't really see! That's the message you might get from sopping wet pages of the May Anthropologie catalog: More »
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By DodaiComment by greengrey (raidersofthelostSTAR): Oh, and can I just say that I HATE maxi dresses? First of all, the name reminds me of maxi... 20 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
At Free People, Spring Has Sprung, And It's Hideous
It's 31° in NYC, but it's a beachy, balmy 80-something on the pages of February's Free People catalog. Almost like a mini-vacation! One where the clothes are so foul, you'll have intestinal issues. More »
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By DodaiComment by devilchyld22: Asides from the shoes, the headbands and that first bathing suit I LOVE IT! 7 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Pyramid Collection: For The Steampunk Renaissance Faerie Pirate Wench New Age Witch Harlot In You
The Pyramid Collection calls itself "a catalog of personal growth and exploration." In this case, shoppers are "growing" and "exploring" how to be whimsical goth wenches who enjoy vibrators and fairy statues. More »
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By DodaiComment by PacoHertez: Looks like some duds you'd see a companion wear. Or kaylee. /dork 24 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
February At J. Crew: What You & Michelle Obama Can Wear This Spring
Winter freeze got you down? The new J. Crew catalog is all warmth, softness and light. Plus, some very "Mom-In-Chief"-friendly ensembles Ms. Obama might like! Let's take a look: More »
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By DodaiComment by gherkinfiend: Why don't we have J Crew in Britain? We only have crap like Topshop that assumes we all want to... 32 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Frederick's Of Hollywood Has A Heart-On For Valentine's Day
The new Frederick's catalog arrived in mailboxes, and the company is pushing — naturally! — hearts for Valentine's Day. Heart thongs, heart lace, hearts on nipples! Images after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by BeSarcastic: Where can one find very tasteful and yet sexy lingerie not made for the man-boy and the blow-up doll? I... 25 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
What Clothes? Urban Outfitters Presents Naked & Half-Naked Chicks
The models in the latest Urban Outfitters catalog are shot all moody, hazy and soft-focus, in various states of undress. Before we get to the nudity, know this: More »
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By DodaiComment by andheartss haz it: It might just be that I am a super art nerd or that I love UO, but I got this... 8 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
What On Earth? The Holidays Take On Toilet Humor
"What On Earth," the eclectic catalog touted as "A Collection Of Fun Wear & Delightful Diversions" centers heavily on gifts associated with fart jokes, sorcery, cats, and most of all, toilets.
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By TracieComment by sarah.of.a.lesser.god (aka Mrs. BrutallyHonestHobbit): Damn, I knew I should have changed my name to Bob! "Charmin.of.a.lesser.god" just doesn't have the same ring to it. In... 9 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Entertainment Earth: Weird Gifts For The Freaks & Geeks On Your List
Let's face it, everyone's got a little bit of freak in 'em, and everybody knows somebody who's a crazy fanboy — or fangirl — even if the movie/TV show/band they're obsessed with is a little left of center. It's for those people that the Entertainment Earth catalog exists. If you're into Harry Potter, Dexter, The Dark Knight, The Beatles, Hitchcock, Star Wars or Wonder Woman you're in luck. There's even something for those of you who celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah! Let's shop, after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by Penny: Liking the Beatles makes one a freak? Funny, I thought they actually cut that scene from The Exorcist.... God, I forgot how... 12 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Williams-Sonoma: A Pre-Thanksgiving Feast For The Eyes
The truth is, we're probably going cram all kinds of delicious foodstuffs in our mouths and bellies tomorrow. And flipping through the Williams-Sonoma "Holiday Entertaining" catalog just gets us all excited: Between the farm-fresh cheese, the pot pies, the mouth-watering meats and the gorgeous cakes, it's like a four-course meal — for the peepers. The appetizers begin after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by BlondeGrlz: I now feel really bad about my gingerbread house. I have edible real estate envy. 10 Responses | Other threads
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The Naked Chef: Pfaelzer Brothers Peddle Hot Food Porn
The Pfaelzer Brothers holiday catalog, which arrived in mailboxes yesterday, is so steamy, it's positively scandalous. Sensually photographed turkeys, steaks, shrimp and desserts, all waiting for you. Warning: Hot food porn after the jump. More »
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By DodaiComment by Samanthrax is Sarcastic and Joking: Can I brag about what I'm having for Turkey day? A deep fried turkey, injected with creole butter? Can I? 5 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Overwhelming & Odd: Shopping Oprah's New Online Store
The Oprah Store is now online! In a video tour, Oprah explains that since 600 people line up everyday to watch a taping of her show, she always wanted a place where "they could just get a keychain or something." Of course, Oprah being Oprah, things are never that simple. The brick-and-mortar store is 5,500 square feet of items, each approved by Ms. Winfrey. The clothes come in every size from small to 3x. Dressing rooms are in soothing colors with a flattering mirror, "no fat mirrors allowed." There's an entire section devoted to tea. Lots of items, including the gift wrap, are "new grass green," Oprah's fave color. And most everything in the Chicago store can now be found online. Baby bibs, bowls, puppy polos and South African crafts, after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by Oface: Its perfect for me! Hard to find stuff with and O on it. Olivia....not as common as one would think. 6 Responses | Other threads
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9 More Weird Christmas Ornaments From Bronner's
Back in September, the Bronner's catalog arrived in mailboxes and we found nine really weird ornaments inside. It's not even Thanksgiving and we received yet another catalog from Bronners today, with more odd ornaments. Some of the "new" items in the catalog have a political bent, which makes sense, but some of the other offerings? Just strange. Frogs, fairies and fish, after the jump. More »
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By DodaiComment by bluebears: Dodai, I think its time you made a Frankenmuth pilgrimage. You're clearly fascinated. Don't eat the fudge though, I heard... 25 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Halloween In 2-D Looks Frighteningly Delicious
The Dean & Deluca Halloween catalog has some fun, tasty-looking ways to celebrate All Hallows Eve. Affordable? Not really. But if you like chocolate, cakes and food porn in general, you're in luck. Mouth-watering sweets, after the jump!
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By DodaiComment by ♥ dosido☮: OK, I am tucking into a neapolitan ice cream sandwich and waiting for the yummy comments. What are y'all cooking... 25 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Urban Outfitters: Seasonal Affective Disorder & See-Through Dresses
The new Urban Outfitters arrived in mailboxes recently, and its models are depressed, yet again. The photoshoot's gloomy, woodsy setting and the muted, colorless clothes only make things worse. It sums up that overwhelming melancholia than can grip a person who dreads shorter days and lack of sunlight as we head into fall. Misery loves company, after the jump. More »
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By DodaiComment by Penny: Honestly? I love this. I grew up in a foggy seaside town surrounded by redwood forests so I... 11 Responses | Other threads
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Free People: More Overpriced Thrift Store Crap Masquerading As Vintage Chic
God, I hate the new Free People catalog. I hate the faux-cigarette burns or whatever those are on the cover. I hate that there are illustrations of clothes inside. I hate that the weathered, worn, clothes that you'd find on the floor at the Salvation Army often cost over $100. I hate some other stuff, too: Seethe with me, after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by Sukie in the Graveyard: I love the boyfriend jean! they do many good things for my thighs... like, allow them to breath and... 18 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
What Recession? Shop Like Money Is No Object In Vivre
The new issue of Vivre, the exquisite luxury magalog whose tagline is "Living With Style," arrived in mailboxes this week, shilling expensive shit right as the economy goes down the toilet. While the point of Vivre is luxe, not affordability, I wondered: What could one buy with just $100? Anything? Flipping through the pages containing a $3,400 crocodile purse, $650 sunglasses and $1,900 decorative crystal antlers, I did find a few things you could take home for a mere $100 or less. Were these things attractive or functional? No. But that wasn't a requirement! Hold on to your wallets as we enter the world of Vivre, after the jump. More »
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By DodaiComment by Wrenae: OMG, did someone put out a ciggy in my blown-glass vagina sculpture? Or is that the world's smallest filtered penis? 9 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Anthropologie "Adorned": Critters & Kids Steal The Spotlight From Bags & Baubles
The new catalog from Anthropologie is called "Adorned" because it features accessories: Belts, bags, boots, shoes, wraps, jewelry. But in addition to models, the company used canines and children in some of the photo shoots, making it mighty tough to concentrate on the expensive accoutrements. If you like shoes, cute kids and fuzzy puppies, this might be the best catalog ever. The shopping mayhem begins after the jump! More »
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By DodaiComment by Hamsterpants: Go away, $258 dollar boots. I'm using the money I'm not spending on you to buy gasoline, which at this... 13 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
9 Really Weird Christmas Ornaments From Bronner's
Even though Fall doesn't officially begin until next week, the Christmas catalogs have already begun to arrive. While I get that Christmas trees aren't necessarily "Christian" — they can be a fun way to celebrate the otherwise cold and dark winter season with light and color — there are some extremely odd ornaments for sale in the new catalog from Bronner's. Oh, I'm not talking about the usual wacky stuff: Snowmen, moose, birds, dolphins, vintage cars, Santa drinking wine, Betty Boop, frogs getting married, pirate ships, Hello Kitty, unicorns. I'm talking about seriously crazy items that will make even the most traditional among you say, well, Christ. What is this holiday really all about? Gadgets, pop icons, food products and mythic beasts, after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by et cetera: I don't worry about ornaments. My festivus pole requires no decoration. 8 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Neiman Marcus "Just Kidding": Costly Couture For Gossip Girls In Training
Neiman Marcus is known for its expensive merchandise, hence the nickname "Needless Markup." But the stuff in the new "Just Kidding" catalog has to be seen to be believed: A $100 sequined jacket! A $200 dress! A $300 faux-fur coat! For children. $140 Burberry rain boots and a sleigh bed/duvet/pillow ensemble that costs more than your rent, after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by SomnambulantHobbit: I just got back from the thrift store. I'm trying desperately to find some cute shoes to go with... 10 Responses | Other threads
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today in catalogs
September Is Here! J. Crew Celebrates With Cardigans And Kids
Ready for autumn? J. Crew's September catalog lures shoppers with bright sweaters, dark tights and wistfully messy hair. Everything looks romantic shot against the cobblestoned background of Prague, and I'm totally falling (heh) for pretty much everything on every damn page, including the kids. Shimmering skirts, silky blouses and a mob of moppets, after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by thatonegirlsays: I love Fall. Mainly for the clothes and the Caramel Apple Cider at Starbucks. But still. I'm the lamest of people... 10 Responses | Other threads
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yesterday in catalogs
The International Male 1986 Holiday Catalog: The Recockulous Jackpot!
Yesterday we saw the best and the worst of two International Male catalogs from the summer of 1986, but there's one more flea market find I had to share with you guys: The 1986 Holiday catalog. Can't you tell from the tuxedo shirt and saxophone on the cover that untold treasures lie inside? Fringed leather jackets! Ski jeans! Kim Cattrall! Half-naked underaged indigenous-looking boys in loincloths. Wait, what??? All this and more, after the jump.
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The Best & Worst Of 'International Male,' Summer 1986
A few months ago, in an exhaustive feat of research, we found the worst outfit in the International Male catalog. And then, over the weekend: A flea market find! Issues of International Male from Summer 1986. Rayon! Army shorts! Faux eyeglasses! Underwear! The best — meaning worst — of the pages, after the jump.
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Selling Women's Clothes To Women: Athleta Vs. Victoria's Secret
The other day, a certain mailbox contained both the Athleta and Victoria's Secret catalogs. These companies sell very similar products — that is, swimwear, workout and casual clothes for women — but they have very different approaches. An analysis, after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by technoturtle: uhhh shotrock....athleta has winter, fall, and spring catalogs as well. and have you been to california? Athleta is right by... more » | Other threads
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Today In Catalogs
A reader writes: "J. Peterman's descriptions are interesting to begin with, but the description for this skirt is downright sexist. And the description for this tunic is downright ridiculous. (Eunuchs? Mating Peacocks? Really?)" So… Thoughts? What do we think of these lines: "At a time when men are getting facials and pedicures, woman are becoming leaders of Boy Scout troops. Really. More than 200,000 women are now registered as truck drivers, too… What is to be done? This unapologetically feminine skirt may remind you what it feels like to tuck a gardenia in your hair and dance in the moonlight." [J. Peterman, J. Peterman] -
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Anthropologie "Revival": TV-Ready Fall Fashion
A friend writes: "I just got a new Anthropologie catalog and the main model in it is practically almost of a non-anorexic size!" Yes, yes. Indeed. And! She's also a redhead in '60s makeup: Channeling Joan from Mad Men? Oh, and let's talk about the clothes. After several seasons of sloppy crafty handmade-ish crap, Anthro has gone positively sleek and elegant. Soft sweaters, full skirts, jewel tones and poetry-inspiring shoes, after the jump. More » -
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Today In Catalogs
A tipster writes: "Is there such a thing as the First Christmas Catalog of the Year award? If so, I nominate Horchow, as I received a catalog from them yesterday that had 14 pages(!) of Christmas crap in the back." For the love of Godiva. It is August. [NachoUnderpants] -
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Hits & Misses
Dodai here. Remember how I posted about my secret weapon, Alloy? Well my stuff arrived. The drop-waist dress does not fit. At all. Weird, since the shirt dress was a smash hit. The victorian button-down fits great, although I fear that if I pair it with black pants, instead of looking like a sexy socialite, I'll look like tired catering waitress. In other news, the pink star spangled cardigan I ordered from Delia's is cute and way softer than I thought it would be. -
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From a reader: "Did you see the Nordstrom anniversary sale catalog? On page 34 there's not only a black model, but a model in a wheelchair! Model diversity, yay!" (Click to enlarge.) -
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CB2, Anthropologie & Delia's: More Bedding Porn For SleepyHeads
There's just something about pictures of bedding. Sheets, comforters, shams and pillows, pillows, pillows! Cozy, cuddly, dreamy. They just get you in the mood to... *yawn*. Take a look at some bedding setups from CB2, Anthropologie and Delia's after the jump, complete with a patent-pending sheep rating system: The fewer critters you have to count before you fall asleep, the better!
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Alloy: The Secret Weapon Of The Broke & Plus-Sized
People, I don't really like discussing certain aspects of my life on the interwebs but there's something you should know: I'm not thin. I'm not use-a-crane-to-remove- her-from-her-house obese, but I can't fit into 75% the stuff I want. Zara is off-limits; Club Monaco is a joke, Benetton makes me weep. But! The teen brands rarely ever let me down. Alloy, I am talking to you: Low prices, larger sizes and the ability to try stuff on in the refuge of my own home. Is it hit and miss? Sure! Is it worth it? Yes. The new catalog has lots of goodies, whether you're a 6 or a 16. Shop with me, after the jump.
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Delia*s: Models, Clothes And Prices To Smile About
While the ladies in Urban Outfitters mope and the Free People models use humans as accessories, the young women featured in the Delia's catalog are all smiles. And why shouldn't they beam? The clothes are cute and affordable and full of optimism and vitality. Join the party, after the jump.
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By DodaiComment by SweetieDarling: Mom of 14 y.o. here, late to the party to say while I think Delia's has some adorable clothes, their... more » | Other threads
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today in catalogs
Free People: Hideous Iron-Curtain Nostalgia Will Set You Back A Few Rubles
The new Free People catalog arrived, and it is full of fugly: Mismatched patterns, awkward layers, misshapen knits and (yikes!) elephantine bell-bottoms. If you love sleek, polished, pretty and sophisticated clothing, you're out of luck! Oh, the catalog has a rather "international" look, to be sure, but it's not as "jet set" as it is "oppressed proletariat." Bolshevik babe duds have a place in this world — just not in my closet. Faux-rustic ensembles for the plebe in you, after the jump.
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