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Melissa C

Melissa C

Melissa Carpenter hails from San Diego, CA where the feel-good beach vibes of the West Coast have played a huge part in her bohemian/rocker style. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Communication, she’s been writing online since 2008, and brings over 8 years of styling and fashion blogging experience to TBF. When the social medialite isn’t networking online, you can find her shopping her favorite boutiques down the California coast or grooving at local music festivals.

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ALL POSTS by Melissa C

  • Advice

    NINA RICCI LINGERIE SAMPLE SALE

    Right on schedule for Valentine’s Day, beginning Thursday, My Habit will open up a Nina Ricci Lingerie flash sale for all the budget fashionistas in need of the perfect last minute gift for their man, [.....] [...] Read More

    February 2, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Featured Post / Swimwear Guide

    How to Wear Spring 2012’s Bright Bag Trend

    Spring runways  saw bright color from nearly head to toe, but working a bright bag into your everyday wardrobe is a heck of a lot easier, not to mention more feasible, than, say, working an [.....] [...] Read More

    January 30, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Swimwear Guide

    Spring Color Trend: Yellow

    “Consumers look to spring for renewed energy, optimism and the promise of a brighter day,” said Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute. It’s true. When warmer weather starts to rear it’s sunshine-y [.....] [...] Read More

    January 27, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Online Sample Sales

    KENNETH COLE SAMPLE SALE

    The Kenneth Cole flash sale, popping up Thursday, January 26 over at Beyond the Rack will undoubtedly house some of the best gift ideas for your man. Between upcoming Valentine’s Day and birthdays, a KC [.....] [...] Read More

    January 26, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Online Sample Sales

    BETSEY JOHNSON SAMPLE SALE

    Betsey Johnson’s flair for fashion has captured the hearts of fashionistas who are both young and young-at-heart. Her playful designs have expanded from dresses to a full line including garments, shoes, jewelry and accessories. Starting [.....] [...] Read More

    January 25, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Online Sample Sales

    HELMUT LANG SAMPLE SALE

    Helmut Lang has this uncanny ability to marry sophistication and effortless chic. A champion of minimalism, unusual fabrics and angles make the paired-down designs of Helmut Lang a desirable luxe basic. In this Gilt Groupe [.....] [...] Read More

    January 24, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Online Sample Sales

    JOE’S JEANS SAMPLE SALE

    Not just limited to it’s namesake, the Joe’s Jeans brand offers multiple garment styles and accessories. Admired as one of the premier designer denim brands, Joe’s is known for killer skinny jeans and jeggings in [.....] [...] Read More

    January 23, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Online Sample Sales

    THE SAK SAMPLE SALE

    As one of the most coveted items of the 90s, it’s shocking that the Sak brand is still alive and well, but there’s something about the simplicity and the craftsmanship of a Sak bag that [.....] [...] Read More

    January 23, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Online Sample Sales

    Tory Burch Sample Sale

    The Tory Burch flash sale via Beyond the Rack launches today for the accessory-obsessed. The signature T logo graces shoes, clutches and more, and soon, the inside of your closet. The classic styling of eclectic [.....] [...] Read More

    January 21, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Online Sample Sales

    Elizabeth & James Sample Sale

    If you’re an Olsen fan and not yet a member of Ivory Trunk, now’s the time to jump on board. Today marks the start of the site’s Elizabeth & James trunk sale, a brand co-designed [.....] [...] Read More

    January 18, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Online Sample Sales

    Balmain Sample Sale

    It just doesn’t get any better than Balmain  on The Outnet today. While this sale may leave you eating ramen noodles for the next few weeks (or maybe longer?), it’s out-of-this-world worth it for the [.....] [...] Read More

    January 17, 2012 by Melissa C

  • Online Sample Sales

    Cynthia Rowley Online Sample Sale

    The Queen of feminine, simple designs, Cynthia Rowley is popping up on flash sale star Gilt Groupe today and is sure to be a fan fave. Offering clean lines in skirts, dresses, and blouses, the [.....] [...] Read More

    January 16, 2012 by Melissa C

  • How to Shop Series

    How to Shop Modcloth

    If you haven’t yet joined the ModCloth ranks, be prepared to be sucked into the revolution. The e-commerce store is all about democratizing fashion, putting you in the buyer’s seat to help select some of [.....] [...] Read More

    January 15, 2012 by Melissa C

  • How to Shop Series

    How to Shop Shopbop

    Shopbop came into the e-commerce game early on, and continues to grow, because they nailed the success formula. The online store provides access to countless designers and favorites at your finger tips and develops designer [.....] [...] Read More

    January 5, 2012 by Melissa C

  • How to Shop Series

    How to Shop Trendy Stores

    We’ll say it, these stores are cheap. Sometimes we mean in price, and sometimes we mean in quality, but if you’re shopping these correctly, you only need trend store selections to last you a season [.....] [...] Read More

    December 23, 2011 by Melissa C

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