Retail Therapy is about five very different ladies with one thing in common... We're insanely addicted to shopping! Sometimes we splurge on frivolous items and/or of necessity, great quality, and comfort. We spend to our boundaries and apparently those boundaries are pretty high! When there's extra money to burn, there's things to splurge on! Our style site isn't just all about our latest purchases or a place to brag either. We strive to supply you with information and reviews on the hottest items in season or straight classic. You'll find our top fashion faves to sexy outfits pulled together to even our fave places to shop! Not only do we love to shop but we talk about shopping, think about shopping, and dream about shopping. But of course every shopaholic could relate to our madness.


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Ms. Cel

  • Sacramento Valley/Bay Area, California.
  • Mother of a beautiful 4 yr. old girl.
  • F/T College student majoring in Nursing and minoring in Art. F/T Med. worker. P/T Make-up artist.
  • Favorites = Specialty Store: Urban Outfitters, Metro Park, Ikon, & Up Against the Wall High-End Store: Neiman Marcus & Saks 5th Ave. Shoes: Flip-flops, Flats, MJ, Vans, & Puma Jeans: Sevens, COH, & JC Splurge: Electronics/Gadgets, MAC makeup & designer purses Beauty Products: Anything MAC, NARS, Kiehl's and Cetaphil Jewelry: Anything silver, platinum, or white gold (Tiffany's!), cheap shades, and bulky fashion necklaces. Trend/Fad: Oversized purses & high-waisted belts Can't stop shopping for: Gadgets, LE MAC products, and Hello Kitty items!
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    Ms. Drie

  • Bay Area, California.
  • Single.
  • Mother of a cutie 3 yr. old boy.
  • Nanny, artist, student.
  • Favorites = Specialty Store: Alloy, Torrid, Illuminations High-End Store: Nordstrom, Macy's Shoes: Soda, Nike, Skechers Jeans: Gap, Old Navy Splurge: Graphic Tees, Shoes, Bags Beauty Products: Mary Kay, Victoria's Secret, Revlon Jewelry: Claire's Trend/Fad: Comfy chic Can't stop shopping for: DVD's!
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    Mrs. Heather

  • Jersey
  • Married.
  • Mother of a sweet 4 y/o girl genius.
  • Student Nurse / Small business owner.
  • Favorites = Specialty Store: Coco Pari, Le Train Bleu, Jake, Mava High-End Store: Neiman Marcus Short Hills, Barneys New York Shoes: Christian Louboutin, LTD Nikes, Tara Subkoff Jeans: J Brand, Siwy, Imitation of Christ, Cheap Monday Splurge: Shoes, skinny jeans, & independent / high end labels (Bi La Li, Versace, Balenciaga, Stella McCartney, YSL, Society for Rational Dress, Johnson, Geren Ford)  Beauty Products: La Mer, Barbie Loves MAC, Clinique Red Lipstick, Ojon, Essie Fishnet Stockings Jewelry: N/A   Trend/Fad: Skinny jeans/pants, waist belts, nude and navy colors, true 40s glam red lips/nails   Can't stop shopping for: hard to find items, vintage, modern home decor, shoes.
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    Mrs. Wendy

  • New York, NY
  • Married.
  • Mother of an adorable infant boy.
  • Favorites = Specialty Store: Intermix, Scoop, Calypso High-End Store: Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, Henri Bendel Shoes: Manolo Blahnik, Yves Saint Laurent, Prada, Mella flip flops Jeans: J Brand, 575, Raven, Joe's Splurge: Shoes and bags Beauty Products: Laura Mercier, Chanel, Dior, Vincent Longo Jewelry: Van Cleef and Cartier Trend/Fad: Skinny jeans Can't stop shopping for: Jeans, skirts, and vintage dresses.
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    Mrs. Lani

  • Bay Area, California.
  • Married.
  • Mother of a handsome 2 yr. old boy.
  • FIDM graduate (Marketing major) and manager.
  • Favorites = Specialty Store: True High-End Store: Nordstrom & Neiman Marcus Shoes: Cathy Jean, BCBG, & Steve Madden Jeans: 7 for all Mankind Splurge: Coach bags Beauty Products: Aveda and Sebastian products, Stila cosmetics, and MAC cosmetics Jewelry: Chandlier earrings Trend/Fad: Moraccan slippers & Mocassins Can't stop shopping for: Lipgloss, tote bags, accessories (earrings, necklaces, bracelets, belts, etc) & shoes.
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    Monday, July 25

      Heather's Latest Purchases
      

    Well, a ton of priorities and responsibilities crashed on me for the month of August sooooo this time it's serious. I'm really cutting down by a lot and try 1-2 items a week max. Ouch!


    Johnson Silk Helen Shorts Flower/Splatter Retro Print (1 of a Kind) from Extra Laces. I'm totally inlove with Kristen Johnson's line of vintage silks and wools. Especially the limited edition pieces i.e. there's only ONE made in this flower/splatter design. I highly recommend them for everyone. These cuffed shorts are way too cute! Kristen and Tanya are cool peoples in my book. Johnson as seen on: Nicole Richie, Mischa Barton, Kirsten Dunst, Lindsay Lohan, Jessica Simpson, Marisa Tomei, Hilary Duff, Ashlee Simpson, and Rachel Bilson.


    Nicole Richie's Development Double Layer Bead Tank from Big Drop NYC. $SALE. I've been after this for almost EVER. Since I was in the city, I decided to stop by Big Drop and say wussup to my friend there. Then she showed me THIS! -=D The silk is so soft and the detail is really nice. Development as seen on: Jessica Simpson, Nicole Richie, and more.


    Marni Cotton S/S Scoop Top from Marni NYC. $SUPERSALE. My husband tells me I wander off too much. It's true! LOL! I ended up with this top. It's a really cute simple cotton piece that you could dress up or dress down. I love how the sides just gather. Marni as seen on: Jessica Simpson, Rachel Zoe, Nicole Richie, Lindsay Lohan, and more.


    Jessica Simpson's Vintage Miss Capezio Red Boots from "These Boots Are Made for Walkin" video from eBay. $STEAL. Yeah, not your typical Capezios, eh? My long story: Been wanting these since last fall when I laid my eye's on Styledose's eBay auctions, past it up in January for the United Nude boots, missed out Dolly Parton's custom made black Butterflies, outbidded $356 on the utmost rarest Eagles, and ended up getting these stunning rare RED Capezios for a really really great deal. So comfy and I recommend sizing up 1/2-1 size. Jessica's stylist got hers from eBay too! Capezio Boots as seen on: Britney Spears, Sienna Miller, Jessica Simpson, Kate Moss, Nicole Richie, Lindsay Lohan, and more.


    Jessica Simpson and Mary-Kate Olsen's Mark and Estel Long Loose Tank in White from Mark and Estel/Stars in Your Closet. $RETAIL. Gemsie of Stars in Your Closet introduced this line to me when I started working on her boutique site in April and finally made my order in early June. I started talking to Estelle, the designer, and she was soooo helpful. This long loose tank wasn't available on the site till recently either.


    Mary-Kate Olsen's Mark and Estel Rounded V-Neck Tee in Banana from Mark and Estel/Stars in Your Closet. $SUPERSALE. This tee must be the most comfortable vintaged tee ever. So light weight and has that stylish edge to it. I sized up 1 size for this to be a little bit looser. Mark and Estel as seen on: Jessica Simpson and Mary Kate Olsen.


    Mary-Kate Olsen's Mark and Estel Loose Tank in Blush from Mark and Estel/Stars in Your Closet. $SUPERSALE. Blush is my fave color from her line. It totally compliments my skintone as well. This looks great layered on top of the Long Loose Tank. For tanks, Size up 2 sizes for MKA's look, TTS for Jessica's look.


    Mary-Kate Olsen's Mark and Estel by Briggette and Francois Ripped Leggings in Black from Mark and Estel/Stars in Your Closet. $RETAIL. More leggings! Yay! I actually like these more than my Rachel Pally ones. It makes your legs look great in all angles. These run TTS.


    Jessica Simpson's Balenciaga Jersey Printed Tank from Yoox. $SUPERSALE. One of my fave tops too! Thanks to Chrissie! It's flattering to my body structure and not your average Balenciaga piece (Yes, the same as the bags!). Balenciaga as seen on: Celeb fave.


    Jessica Simpson's Chip and Pepper Screaming Beaver Shorts from Active Endeavors. $SALE. Dun dun dun! Passed this up the first release, copped it in the next. These are by far the most comfy jeans ever. I can't speak for their regular jeans but these are so lightweight and they really do feel like just underwear on. Chip and Pepper as seen on: Jessica Simpson, Rachel Bilson, Christina Ricci, Hilary Duff, Keira Knightly, Sandra Bullock, and Brittany Murphy.


    Havaianas Top Flip Flop in White from Active Endeavors. $SALE. I have black, why not get white? Haha! I think I'm starting to love these things. They're just so cheap and comfy. Nice basics for outfits. AND you could jack them up at the beach! LOL. Havaianas as seen on: Celeb fave.


    Theory Tubular Beater Tank from Neiman Marcus. $STEAL. I think I rocked the hell out of my Nolita Tank. This is a really cute basic tank and kinda reminds me of Cherry Tees. Loving it! Theory as seen on: Jessica Simpson and more.


    Various Girl Toddler Clothes from Old Navy. $SUPERSALE-SALE. We still had gift cards from who knows since when. Yay for Old Navy's sale and new clothes for Gemma! I had fun putting together cute outfits for her.


    Various Girl Toddler Clothes from Macy's. $STEAL-SUPERSALE. I love how Macy's offers the leisure of already put together sets for toddlers. They also had a couple cute $4.99 pieces there too.




    Wednesday, July 20

      Chrissie's Latest Purchases
      

    I went on the Carnival Paradise Cruise to Ensenada, Mexico a month ago and I had a blast! I had to drive to LA/Long Beach to board the cruise and shopping in LA is phenomenal! If it isn't for the crazy traffic and people, I would definitely wanna move there! I happened to hit the sale at the infamous Dari where Jessica Simpson frequents. I will shut up now and get to the good stuff!



    Peter Thomas Roth Ultra Lite Oil-Free Sunblock SPF 30 and Peter Thomas Roth Mini Ultra Lite Oil-Free Sunblock SPF 30 from Sephora. $RETAIL. One of the best sunscreens on the market. This oil-free formula does not feel sticky at all. I got this for my trip to Mexico!



    Pierre Cardin Chateau Luggage Carry-On from Marshalls. $SALE. I needed a new carry on for my trip. This one by Pierre Cardin (better known for his creations in the 80s) was very cheap!



    Leather Belt from Ensenada, Mexico. $RETAIL. How much more authentic can this belt get in the midst of all the craze on western/cowboy influenced accessories? You cannot beat the price either! (Hint: it's one digit!)



    Leather Belt from Ensenada, Mexico. $RETAIL. After getting the black, I went back to get this one! This matches my Capeizos!



    Vintage Leather Bag from Ensenada, Mexico. $RETAIL. This was my last purchase in Mexico. I had an entire outfit in mind when I saw the bag but I haven't tried it out yet. It's still just sitting in the closet with the rest of my purses.



    Marc by Marc Jacobs Canvas Sandals from Marc Jacobs. $SUPERSALE. Marc Jacobs was having a "big ass shoes sale" as printed in the front window of the store (yes it said "big ass shoes sale"!) Being the shoe nut that I am, I bought 3 pairs! I was reading the latest issue of Cosmo on the ride down to LA and read that white chunky heels are perfect with white dresses this summer. I was wearing my white Sweetees Evita dress and they went together seamlessly!



    Marc by Marc Jacobs Ballet Flats from Marc Jacobs. $SUPERSALE. Another pair of flats. Now I always wonder how did I ever live without them!



    Marc by Marc Jacobs Maryjanes from Marc Jacobs. $SUPERSALE. I wanted the black ones but they ran out of my size. Then I saw these blue ones and fell in love. The color is so vibrant!



    Dari Shopping Bag from Dari. $FREE. Isn't this the cutest little shopping bag you've ever seen? Dari is now on top of my list of favorite stores!



    Mason by Michelle Mason Button-Up Shirt from Dari. $SALE. I discovered Michelle Mason's line when Nicole Richie infamously wore her ivory colored dress that was flowy and dreamy. Her other pieces sure are not disappointly either! Mason by Michelle Mason as seen on: Nicole Richie and Jessica Simpson.



    Rachel Pally Camisole in Papaya from Dari. $SUPERSALE. I rely on Rachel Pally way too much! Her pieces are just flawless! Rachel Pally as seen on: Jessica Simpson, Ashlee Simpson, Linsday Lohan, and etc.



    Rachel Pally Shorts in Persimmon from Dari. I was never ever a "shorts" person before until I wore shorts in Mexico. I always thought shorts are for little girls, now I cannot get enough of them! Rachel Pally as seen on: Jessica Simpson, Ashlee Simpson, Linsday Lohan, and etc.




    2 Saint Grace Cap Sleeve Crew Tee from Dari. $SALE. The perfect tee found! These thin tees are perfect for layering but are made of a more durable material than C&C! Saint Grace as seen on: Jessica Simpson.



    Ya-Ya Bugle Crop Pants from Dari. $SALE. I may be a little late with the bermuda shorts but I finally found a pair I really like! Another plus-it's by one of my favorite contemporary designers!



    Ya-Ya Linen Pants from Dari. $SALE. I've been wanting, no, needing white linen pants! There are so many things I want to wear with them for the summer if only it gets hotter here in San Francisco!



    Lindsay Lohan's Project E Vintage Preppy Polo in Violet from Fred Segal. $RETAIL. Finally! I had this on my wishlist forever and a day. 2 weeks after I took it off, my boyfriend bought one for me! =D



    Nicky Hilton's Ron Herman Beater from Ron Herman. $SALE. Drum roll please! Tada! My very own piece of Ron Herman. I didn't really like the thermals and the sweatpants were huge. This little beater is just for me! I now want it in every color!



    Friday, July 15

      CEL's Latest Purchases
      

    Accessories craze! I <3 Anthropologie, Target and the City of Berkeley! That's all I gotta say for now. Don't have time for minute details (got a 2nd job! I'm Sooo BUSY!). Enjoy =)


    The infamous belt that everyone and they mama's has in silver (Yes, I wrote "they" and I meant it ;) ) $SALE from Urban Outfitters.


    Mint blue crinkle cami by Xhilaration. $RETAIL from Target.


    Silver ballet flats (that everyone has =) ) by Xhilaration. $SALE from Target


    Tan mocassins by Xhilaration. $RETAIL from Target



    Gold birdcage pumps by Mossimo. I wanted the BCBG ones that looked similar but no one anywhere had my size =( These will do.$SALE from Target.


    HK name badge/lanyard for my 2nd job. $RETAIL from Sanrio Suprises.


    My Melody bag that I use for lunch. $RETAIL from Sanrio Suprises


    Terry skort by Greendog and Tee fro Guess. $STEAL from Macy's


    Striped halter top by Symmetry. $SUPERSALE from Macy's


    Tan bermuda shorts by Symmetry. Perfect fit and length for petite, CURVY bodies =D. $SALE from Macy's

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    Light Blue perfume by Dolce & Gabbana Finally bought this! It smells just like Moschino's I Love Love though. $SALE from Macy's


    Mint blue Small signature hobo by Coach. This was left over from the winter and I got a really good price on it! $SUPERSALE from Macy's


    Gold bolero and grey/gold S/L jacket from F21. My disposable "Clubbing" clothes LOL (inside joke). $RETAIL from F21.


    Various accessories. $SALE from Anthropologie, vendors on Telegraph St. in Berkeley, and F21.


    Sweet Talk lipgloss in Very Cherry Vanilla and Pear Shimmer. $SALE from Victoria's Secret.


    Esthero's Wikked Lil' Girls. $SALE from Rasputin's.



    Sunday, July 10

      Drie's Latest Purchases
      

    YAY! I'm baaack!! I've been doing a lot of shopping but I just didn't have the time to post until now. I've taken advantage of holiday sales, thrift shops and buy 3 and get one free's.. LOL Just call me Bargain Huntress! haha


    My newwwww Samsung DigimaxA402. $RETAIL from Walmart. I love this little thing, it's compact and it's one of my fave colors! The only thing I don't like about it is it doesn't have much optical range, but I bought a camera without optical zoom on purpose cuz lil J broke my old one. Even though I hid both cameras very well, he still has a way of getting to them.


    Aesop Rock's Fast Cars, Danger, Fire and Knives EP and Atmosphere's God Loves Ugly. $RETAIL Very good albums!!!


    DVDs - My local video store has buy 3 get one free. I love it. $SUPERSALE



    My new baby... Liz Claiborne Multicolore Monogram satchel. $STEAL from Macy's. Ohhhhhh boy, did I love the Memorial Day sale... hehe


    "Crazy doesn't even begin to cover it," Happy Bunny graphic tee. $SALE from Ross.


    "Back off, I'm with the band," tank. This fits so well on me, I love it. $SALE from Ross.


    Another Memorial Day $STEAL from Macy's: J.LO Ruby Jeans. I LOVE J.LO FOR MAKING PLUS SIZES! hehe


    Old Navy ultra low boot cut jeans. Found these at a thrift shop, WAHOO!


    Soda sandals $SALE Ross. I love these, I wear em all the time when I just step out of the house to run errands and what not. They are ohhh so comfortable!!



    Tuesday, July 5

      Heather's Latest Purchases
      

    Shopping sprees KILL! Really they do. Stop? Do we need to? Yes. Do we want to? Nope! LOL! I'm having a blast with my online shopping buddies Chrissie and Kim here. I say, "Why not?"


    Nicole Richie's Lee Angel Daria Fabric/Wooden Bangles Set of 6 from Bliss. $SUPERSALE. Plus a free gift (the box underneath), Bliss Beauty Sample Pack. I had a $140 Blissertificate since October. I didn't find out till this month that Bliss isn't just a spa and it doesn't only sell beauty products. They have Lee Angel, Calypso, Cool Change, Mystique, Alexis Bittar, Chan Luu, Sparkling Sage, and more. My fave item out of everything at Bliss. Then I discover Nicole has them too! These wrapped fabric bangles are definitely something different and very cutting edge. The quality on these are insane. Lee Angel as seen on: Nicole Richie, Natalie Portman, Fergie (Black Eye Peas), Halle Berry, Kimora Lee Simmons, Jessica Biel, and Kate Moss.


    Mandy Moore's Balenciaga Mini Coin Purse in Black from Aloha Rag. $GIFT. And I received this Aloha Rag Beach Tote as a free gift too. This was my choice against the YSL slides. And a better choice at that! It has all of Balenciaga's unique details and attributes packed into one little wallet. I'm inlove with this thing! Balenciaga as seen on: Kate Moss, Lindsay Lohan, Olsen Twins, Gweneth Paltrow, Nicole Richie, and more.


    Michael Kors T-Strap Silver Flats from Bergdorf Goodman. $SALE. Chrissie and I got these together. This goes to show, 2 shopaholic minds think alike. Once I got them, I had to show her and she bought it too! The silver were almost sold out in 1 day after I posted. Simple T-Straps but I was after something like this forever and these were perfect. Fits true to actual size, not high end size. Michael Kors as seen on: Jessica Simpson, Pamela Anderson, and more.


    Stella McCartney Tie Front Silk/Cashmere Dress from Intermix Georgetown. $SALE. Funny story, right before I bought this, Cory (Calisnoopy on JS and LUX) told me she tried it on too but it didn't work for her. It's such a beautiful piece that I'm surprised she put it down. The light crochetted cashmere outer and the silk tie front just made me awe at it. I love the loose fit too. Stella McCartney as seen on: Nicole Richie, Jessica Simpson, and more.


    Prada Multicolore Butterfly Flats from Neiman Marcus. $SUPERSALE. Give it to Prada to mix in leather, suede, AND patent leather into a mix of warm Summer fun hues. The top of the shoe is Prada's signature butterfly. Definitely took my breath away when I saw these on sale! They're comfy and run true to actual size. So if you're b/w sizes, go for the smaller one. Prada as een on: Celeb fave.


    Dondup Clay Destroyed Jeans in Grove from Blue Genes. $STEAL. Dondup stole my heart when it arrived in the mail. I didn't like the styles at my Bloomie's with the little rip and tear here and there. These are completely destroyed down the legs and straight leg, like Jessica Simpson's. Exactly how I wanted them. It was actually pot luck for everyone on JS with all the multiple styles and washes, that no one knew what they were getting. Made of Premium Italian Imported Denim and it makes your legs and butt look fantasic! Dondup as seen on: Jessica Simpson.


    Lotta Stensson Shell/Knotted White Linen Halter Tank from Intermix Georgetown. $RETAIL. Lotta took an entire 180 on this piece. Not her usual sequin and tunic-esque designs. I love the fit and the little details with the shells and knots all over. By far my fave piece of Lotta yet! Lotta as seen on: Jessica Simpson, Janet Jackson, Kelly Ripa, and more.


    Diane Von Furstenberg Bow Linen Dress in Sage from Urban Chic. $RETAIL. When I saw it at Urban Chic, I fell inlove with it. Then 2 days later I realized Jennifer Love Hewitt has this dress in a different style too. LOL. No wonder it looked good with my C Label Cinnamon Wedges! Linen dresses and tops just top off this season with cuteness!


    Mischa Barton's JET Crochet Tank in Orange from John Eshaya Tees. $RETAIL. Of course I have to match it with my Fetching crochet shrug! This is actually the first piece I've liked with JET. A year ago, I had the pink sweatshirt but that did not work out on me. The crochet details are just so uber cute in person. The cut is very unique. JET as seen on: Mischa Barton, Jessica Simpson, Paris Hilton, Ashlee Simpson, Britney Spears, Madonna, and more.


    Jessica Simpson's Rebel Yell More More More Vintage Blue Tee from That's Hot Style. $SALE. By far, the best tee I've ever seen in a while. It surpassed Trunk LTD, Grail, and Clarendon with it's details, fit, and vintage-esque look. It's like a mix of all 3. This is a new hot independant line that I'm sure is bound to blow up.


    Jessica Simpson's TNA Swimwear Striped Bikini in Brown/Green/Orange from Nessa Lee Style. $SALE. Me? And 2 pieces? No way! Then this beautiful swimsuit came along. I actually look pretty good with this on. Thank you TNA! I just love the stripes and colors. The bikini bottom is really low rise but it covers those leg parts (right above your thigh) perfectly.


    Victoria's Secret Angels Low Rise Bikini, 3 PINK Boy Shorts, Body By Victoria Hipsters, and Satin Low Rise Boy Shorts from Victoria's Secret. $STEAL. Victoria's Secret Sexy Fashion Tape from Victoria's Secret. $RETAIL. and Blue Girl Hawaii "I Wanna Get Lei'd" Boy Shorts from That's Hot Style. $FREE.


    Stitch's Cheyenne Jeans in Crow from Nessa Lee Style. $SUPERSALE. I've always loved Stitch's and they never fail with the vintage look and relaxed feel. I loved my last pair so much, I HAD to get another! It's nice to see how their non-flap pockets look in person. I don't know which I prefer more!

    I'll updated the "no image available" pics later tomorrow! -=D




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