Topshop and Kate Moss's Autumn/Winter Collection

Yes! The new Kate Moss fall/winter collection just hit Topshop. The collection is lovely. Check it out here.

Remembering Aaliyah (January 16, 1979 – August 25, 2001)

R.I.P. Aaliyah.

Fly Fashion: Patricia Field's Butterfly Headdress

This headdress reminds me of the bird hair piece that Carrie Bradshaw wore in the Sex and in the City movie. How stylish. For alternative versions check out Frolic for hand bands that make a statement.

Via Patricia Field.

Fly Fashion: Body jewelry making a comeback?

Norwegian Wood Zip It Body Chain via Shop Nasty Gal.

Body jewelry making a comeback? Rock these bold chains over a bodycon dress for a chic 80s look.

Miss Wax - Women's Trigger Finger Body Jewelry via 80's Purple.

Fly Fashion: 'Cold Hearted Snake' Earpiece

Wow, this new ear wear will look cute with short hair or an up do. The Lovemade for Han Cholo collaboration debuts with a snake shape earpiece, originally crafted to be worn behind the ear. The piece creates a new category of jewelry, an innovative departure from a standard earring. For this piece, no ear piercing is required. Resting on the fold of the adorner.

Found at www.80spurple.com.

Fly Fashion: Brand new FALL arrivals from Pixie Market

I love Pixie Market, it’s always filled with pieces for the girl who loves to stand out. Check out their new fall pieces. I love the oversized braided sweater.

Fly Fashion: TopShop's Tee Shop

What are great idea Topshop! Pick a style, pick a color and update your wardrobe. Various styles include, draped cropped vest, raw edged scoop neck tee, lace insert tunic and basic tees. Prices vary depending on the style of the shirt.

Check out my tees below:

Flashback Friday: Missy Elliott's Hot Boyz feat. Nas, Eve & Lil Mo

"I cook boy, I'll give you more, I'm a fly girl, and I like those Hot boyz!"

It's hot outside and we all love a hot boy! Happy Friday Fly Girls!

Fly Fashion: Fly Alternative to Rihanna’s Dookie Chain Sunglasses

Everyone wanted a pair of Rihanna’s Love/Hate Convertible sunglasses until they saw the price. Available at Patricia Field, these Kerin Rose designed sunglasses retail for $250.

Enovia Bedford of Accessory Remix, has designed a dope pair of glasses that are definitely more bang for your buck.



Accessory Remix’s chained sunglasses are half the price and unlike the Love/Hate Convertible sunglasses made with a plastic chain, Accessory Remix offers a unique combination of new and vintage charms.

You can also detach the sides of the shades to wear alone as a necklace.

Click here to purchase and to check out more of Enovia's jewelry and sunglasses. Very fly find!

Fly Fashion: 4NX¢ Boutique 2nd Year Anniversary & End of the Summer Sale

4NX¢ Boutique wants to thank their customers for their continued support and patronage, so all fly girls are invited to celebrate their 2nd year Anniversary. Enjoy steals and deals like all men and women's summer clothing 50% off!

Buy 1 jewelry item or handbag get 1 @ 50% off.

Buy 3 earrings get the 4th one free.

A special gift comes with every purchase over $50.00.

Spend $150.00 get $20 off.

Raffles for $50 & $100 gift cards!

Anniversary Sale is this Saturday August 15th, 2009.

Lite refreshments, hordeuvers and treats will be served from 2pm - 5pm !

Fly Fashion: Fly Betty Boutique - See What's New

This Chambray Top/Dress found at Fly Betty Boutique is the prefect summer to fall transition top. For now, pair it with skinny or wide leg pants/jeans or leggings, come fall throw on a boyfriend blazer.

Location: 1935 11th St. NW, Suite 1
Boutique on 2nd Floor

Metro: Green Line, U Street Cardoza

Fly Fashion: Dominic Jones Leather Gloves with Gold Nails

I can so see Rihanna, Keri Hilson and me (lol) wearing these gloves! These leather gloves by London based designer, Dominic Jones are fierce. His collection includes, fang necklaces, roses thorn studs and claw rings, all can be found here, Dominic Jones.

Found on HighSnobette.

Fly Event: Beat the Heat - Taste Bright Sparkling and White Wines from France!

Beat the dog days of summer with a complimentary afternoon wine tasting at CORK Wine Bar on Sunday, August 16, 2009. Try their great selection of French Wines from Wine Traditions. Come taste delicious and bright sparklers and explore the other White Burgundy -- Aligote!! The tasting starts at 3:00 p.m. and details are listed below.

This tasting is complimentary but attendance will be limited to ensure the comfort and enjoyment of our guests.



Where & When
Cork Wine Bar
1720 14th Street, NW
202-265-CORK

Sunday, August 16, 2009
3:00PM-4:30PM

Space is limited, so please RSVP by August 14 to info@corkdc.com

Guests must be 21 or over to attend, please bring a picture ID.

Fly Event: Urbanista Flea Market

Uptown Girl Entertainment always has the hottest events for fly girls.

Saturday, August 22, 2009, fly girls can shop for treasures from the closets of the city’s fashionistas and online boutiques at the Urbanista Flea Market.

No umbrella is needed because this flea market is indoors, and the only thing that will be raining are the great prices as you wheel and deal to your heart’s content.

Bring your stash of cash and go home with plenty of great loot – this event is cash and carry only.

Twenty-five percent of the ticket sales and 100% of the raffle ticket revenue will be donated to DC Habitat for Humanity.

Buying fly fashions for a good cause might be the best thing ever.

Who: Uptown Girl Entertainment Presents: The Urbanista Flea Market

What: An indoors flea market that brings fashions from the closets of the city’s fashionistas and online boutiques.

When: August, 22, 2009 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm

Where: Helix Hotel 1430 Rhode Island Ave, Washington, DC

Why: Because you're adding great pieces to your wardrobe and donating to a great cause.

Click here and purchase your tickets today: http://urbanistafleamarket.com/

Fly Health: Yoga District's $65 August Unlimited Pass

For my fly girls who love to have a peace of mind.

As the summer winds down take advantage of the one of the best-rated yoga studio in the district. Yoga District welcomes DC’s August heat with their August pass for unlimited yoga. The unlimited pass is valid only during August 2009 at the Bloomingdale and 14th Street centers.

Yoga District's studios:

U Street Corridor Studio
1910 14th Street, NW, Unit 1
Washington, DC 20009

2 Blocks from the U Street metro stop

Dupont Circle Studio
1635 Connecticut Avenue, NW
5th Floor

2 blocks from Dupont Circle Metro
Note that there is another studio
in the same building

Bloomingdale Studio
1830 1st Street NW
Washington, DC 20001

Check out: www.yogadistrict.com for more information.

Fly Event: Mos Def Presents: The Ecstatic Tour

Event Information:
Sunday, August 09, 2009
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
cover: $35.00

Venue Information:
9:30 Club
815 V St. N.W.
Washington, DC
www.930.com

Links:
www.930.com

Fly Fashion: The Fly Girl Guide's Exclusive Invite to the Gilt Groupe

The Gilt Groupe is the best thing to ever hit my email inbox. If you’ve haven’t heard of the Gilt Groupe, get it together! The Gilt Groupe provides fly girls access to fashions from top brands and designers at sample sale prices, more than 70% off the retail price.

It’s extra V.I.P. and invitation only, but since I love my FGG readers, you can also enjoy the benefits of the Gilt Groupe via my invitation.

Click, http://www.gilt.com/invite/theflygirlguide sign up and enjoy the sales!


There is an awesome Marc by Marc Jacobs sale starting at noon today!

Fly Event: Mid City's Tenth Annual Dog Days of August Sidewalk Sale- Aug. 1st and Aug. 2nd

D.C.’s Tenth Annual Dog Days of August Sidewalk Sale event starts today and continues until tomorrow. There are tons of discounts, sales and deals from Mid City galleries, restaurants and boutiques. I have complied a list of some of my favorite shops and restaurants that holding a great sale. Most shops are open from Noon to 8:00PM.

This sidewalk sale is for the seasoned savvy shopper, who won’t let a little heat stop them grabbing huge discounts.


Nana’s

1528 U Street NW
Washington, DC
www.nanadc.com

If it's a Spring or Summer piece, you better believe it's at least 50% off.
If it's a HOBO wallet or clutch -- it's 75% OFF the original price. If it's one of the super fun tees or tanks for kicking around DC on those hot days --- it's under 10 bucks. Outlet rack: stocked with items under $25. There are also new deliveries from It Jeans, Pieces of a Girl Jewelry & more.

Cork Wine Bar

1720 14th Street NW
Washington, DC
www.corkdc.com

Need a Mid-Day Refresher? Stop by Cork after 2:00 PM. Come join Cork Wine Bar for some wine and cheese -- open early this weekend-- or stop by the site of the soon-to-be Cork Market & Tasting Room for some of Cork's delicious lemonade.



Lettie Gooch

1517 U Street NW
Washington, DC
www.lettiegooch.com

Your invited to join Lettie Gooch this weekend for their largest annual sidewalk sale of the year! The early birds catch the worm for this event so be sure to get there early for scorching sale pricing on items from Tailor Vintage, Molly New York, Totem, Jenny Han and more!

Spring, summer merchandise 30% -75% off. All summer handbags up to 50% off. Sizzling sidewalk specials under $50. New arrivals, Orion, Mocha Butterful, Whish & Haven. Preview Lettie’s new fall line from Spain for Men and Woman, SkunkFunk.

Redeem

1734 14th Street NW
Washington, DC
www.redeemus.com

Redeem will be joining in the Dog Days fun with 25% off all items in the store, including already marked down clearance items. Save up to 75% off select denim styles!

D'Brows

1203 U St NW
Washington, DC
www.dbrows.com

You choose the savings at D’Brows. Get a $10 Brow Wax with the purchase of a product* OR 50% off products (includes Bioelements, aMENity, D'Brows Brow powder, brow & lash accelerator). *Must pay full retail price of the product. 50% off products offer does not apply if you take the $10 brow wax.

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Other fave stores:


Fly Betty Boutique

1935 11th Street NW
Washington, DC
www.flybettyboutique.com

Find a unique selection of dresses, rompers and jeans. Also check out Fly Betty’s jewelry and skin care line.

Legendary Beast

1520 U St NW
Washington, DC
www.legendarybeast.com

The Washington Post calls Legendary Beast the best collection of vintage jewelry in the D.C. area. I must agree. Don't miss the Bizarre Bazaar on the sidewalk in front for the Dog Days sale.


Rue 14

1803 14th St NW
Washington, DC
www.rue14.com

This brightly lit shop that replaced my beloved Pop, houses some chic pieces. From Plastic Island to Paul and Joe Sister.