MashFashion Maternity Wear

Ok, so I just found out that one of my friends is having a baby and I am so excited! She's three months and already showing so she has asked me to go shopping with her. Now, I don't have much experience in the maternity ward having never been with child myself, so I must admit that I am a little clueless.

The only thing I remember about maternity wear from when my mom was pregnant 14 years ago (with my little sister Ashli) is that things had elastic and were pretty much or so unfashionable. My friend is petite (like 5'2) and days is that everything was the hunt for new clothes is on. We're due for a shopping trip this week and I know that empire dresses are a must, I also know that a few linen blazers (it is Miami), t-shirts and some type of elastic shorts would help. While online I stumbled across the Nom maternity line, it features everything from t-shirts to jean shorts. My favorites, this Cece dress, a block striped maxi, that could def. be worn for post-baby. I also read somewhere that Heidi Klum was all about buying clothes in larger sizes to accommodate her expanding belly.

MashMusic: The Heavy - "How You Like Me Now?"

On my search for daily deals mp3 deals from Amazon, which features complete albums for $4.99 or less, I stumbled across The Heavy latest album The House That Dirt Built, which features the song How You Like Me Now (also heard in a Kia commercial). I don't know why I haven't been aware of this group before because they are beyond awesome! It's a mix of neo-soul and rock and they make amazing music. Here's a video of them performing on the David Letterman show, after which he asked them for an encore (apparently this is a first for the show). Enjoy!

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Ok, so this is kind of a follow-up to my earlier post about the new film The Back-Up Plan only this time I would like to focus only on the fabulous accessories J. Lo had on throughout the film. I'll start off with the Dianne von Furstenberg Stephanie hobo. Aside from Alex O'Loughlin I couldn't keep my eyes off of the gold metallic knitted leather bag.

Which was carried throughout the film. J. Lo's character Zoe also wore a stack of leather bracelets. I couldn't find the exact match online, but I did find these Cara Couture leather bracelets which come in a variety of spring colors and has a gold clasp.

Enjoy!

The Back-Up Plan Jennifer Lopez Movie Review

Ok, so I caught the new Jennifer Lopez film The Back-Up Plan which also stars the adorable Alex O'Loughlin who you may know from CBS' cult hit Moonlight. Overall the movie was a little predictable, but it was great seeing J. Lo back on the big screen, the movie has a lot of funny scenes and while I feared the best parts were given away in the trailers, there were still a few extra laughs to be had. The movie follows Zoe a thirty-something who is desperate to start a family of her own, she finally decides on artificial insemination and as with most things, the universe throws the man of her dreams, Stan, her way. The relationship develops rather quickly and she of course finds out that she is pregnant and they both have to decide what that means for their budding romance. All in all a good date night movie (the guys can look at J. Lo, the girls can swoon over Alex). I give the movie two and a half mashes (out of four ;).

Estelle and Rachel Roy

British singer Estelle has teamed up with fashion designer Rachel Roy to create a jewelry collection filled with wings, hearts and lots of love. The limited edition collection features reasonably priced items, that include a purple (my fave color) jewel encrusted heart, winged rings and overall gorgeousness, go here to order your pieces.

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So, I'm watching Clint Eastwood in Dirty Harry and I can't keep my eyes off of the yellow duffel bag. You know the one that he carries the money to Scorpio in? Well, now i just have to have a leather yellow duffel bag that's cute, well made and light on the wallet too. Which is why I am currently on the hunt. I have however found the perfect yellow satchel, this Dooney & Bourke bag is cute, chic and sure to be a staple in my closet. Have a clue where I can find the perfect yellow duffel bag? Leave suggestions in the comments.


Ciao,

Marissa

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This week a lot of new shows will premiere just in time for spring. First we have the CW with "Life Unexpected", while it's definitely not the Gilmore Girls-yet, the pilot was solid and follows Lux a 16 year old girl in foster care, who tracks down her birth parents in the hopes of being emancipated. Things don't work out as planned, but she does wind up with her birth mother and they both try to grow up together. Sound familiar? It should, while it's no Gilmore Girls, I still have high hopes for it.



I'll come back later to update with reviews on other new shows this spring, including ABC's The Deep End.

Ciao,

Marcie