Take A Bite

For Sex and the City addicts, Sarah Jessica Parker is somewhat of a fashion icon. In the show and her "normal" celebrity life, this diva sports Oscar de la Renta, Chanel—and let’s not forget the sky-high Manolos and Christian Laboutin heels that polish off her every look. Despite these big-ticket items SJP wears, her affordable Bitten line has been very successful at Steve and Barry’s—almost too successful, considering every time I go to the Steve and Barry’s at West Towne Mall her line is very picked over. People like her stuff!
Her fall line is no exception, filled with basic pieces kicked up a notch with stylish accents. All items are $19.98 or less. This fall’s line includes cute stuff like a basic black short-sleeve turtleneck sweater with kimono sleeves, a cute houndstooth winter coat and a black or white shirt with a sweet tuxedo bib-collar. Pretty basic, but all items that you can mix and match and, of course, layer with your existing wardrobe.
Two items I like (and might buy!): the houndstooth coat ($19.98) and the sleeveless sweater ($19.98).

Steve and Barry’s, 229 West Towne Mall. 829-1774. steveandbarrys.com

Prepster Chic

Recently, I popped into Steve & Barry’s University Sportswear at West Towne Mall to see if they had a sports team T-shirt. I took a quick look around and realized that this mass retailer’s merchandise mix has changed drastically: what used to be the go-to place for collegiate athletic gear has shifted focus, from carrying less collegiate gear and more basics: tees, Bermuda shorts, polo shirts and hoodies. Some of my thrifty, nifty picks: long-sleeve polos for a mere $5.50 (on sale), a sequined tee for $6.98, and an adorable girl’s classic cable-knit cardigan—a steal at $4.98! I’m also eagerly awaiting the launch of Sex and the City maven Sarah Jessica Parker’s line Bitten on June 7th. The line will feature basics like khakis, tanks and tops all under $19.95.
Steve & Barry’s University Sportswear, 229 West Towne Mall. 829-1774. steveandbarrys.com