We love us some fur but this is just sick and cruel…

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MUSKOGEE, Oklahoma (AP) — A 23-year-old woman who got a friend to kill her Jack Russell terrier was charged with skinning the puppy to make a belt out of its hide.

Krystal Lynn Lewis and Austin Michael Mullins, 26, were being held Friday in the Muskogee County jail on $25,000 bail each. They were charged with one felony count of cruelty to animals.

A Muskogee County judge ordered a mental competency hearing for Lewis.

Lewis wanted the puppy, named Poplin, killed because it was a gift from a female ex-lover with whom she doesn’t get along, said Muskogee County sheriff’s deputy George Roberson.

Roberson said Mullins shot the terrier 10 times with a .22-caliber pistol. Lewis skinned the animal at her apartment and nailed the hide to a board.

Source: USAtoday.com

We know it’s been a while since we’ve reported any knock-offs. Why? Well, nothing’s been report worthy. Until now that is…

We’ve had our eyes on Prada’s Peach Bamboo Wedge since it hit the stores at $650 a pair. Featuring suede swirl straps with adjustable sling back, and 80mm bamboo wedge, rubber sole with cork platform, and available in Black, Brown, and Peach. Just in time for summer, it’s finally on sale at Barneys for $325.

If $325 is still too much to shell out, go get yourself a pair of Nobu Sandals by Volatile at shoemall.com for only $64.95. These pair are a total plus with a cushioned footbed! Featuring similar suede swirl straps with adjustable sling back, rubber sole with 1″ platform, 4-1/4″ cork/bamboo wedge heel. Whole sizes only so the site suggests that half sizes order next size up.

Wanna get yourself a pair from shoemall? Click here to get yours.

We have had our eyes on these Prada Butterfly Sunglasses since last spring.

It’s no surprise how they have maintained their $245 price point seeing how so many celebrities have been sporting them around all last year.

Just look at how cute they look on different faces like Nicole Richie, Gwen Stefani, Jessica Alba, and Rhianna (pictured left).

We just couldn’t contain ourselves when we found out that Shop Suey Boutique had Prada Butterfly Frame inspired sunglasses in stock for only $14!

Don’t forget to use coupon code “tristinstyling” at checkout to get an additional 20% off your order.

The perfect bag for an all white ensemble is the Chloe Bay Bag you see on Reese Witherspoon and Kylie Minogue (pictured left).

A white handbag is also a perfect piece for toning down all those bright and/or printed fabrics that the runway seems to throw at us year after year.

It’s roomy and adorable for $1,635.

A very similar design is available at Shop Suey Boutique for only $52 and is also available in brown and pewter.

Don’t forget to use coupon code “tristinstyling” at checkout to get an additional 20% off your order.

Y’ever feel like your coziest clothes could still make the style cut if they were to be updated just a bit?

Well… the other day, I threw on my old worn in (but still cozy) men’s XL navy blue hoodie and thought, “Hmm… Either this needs to go or I need to do something fun with it.” So… rather than throwing it out, I hopped onto my hello kitty sewing machine, and made the ruffly, feminine piece you see pictured left!

Now I’m on a roll… I’ve got all kinds of ideas for Christmas gifts!

Check out the other pieces I’ve sewn together in the photo below:

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Although a number of stores carry stylish outerwear for the winter season, Uncle Dan’s is the place to get a great deal starting tomorrow with their 5th Annual Coat Swap. Here’s how it works: Bring in a clean used or new jacket to Uncle Dan’s from Oct. 31 through Nov. 11 and your donation entitles you to 20% off the regular price of a single purchase of outerwear. *Limit one discount per coat.

Here are my top picks for stylish jackets for winter 2008 from Uncle Dan’s:

1. W’s Sophia Trench – Sophisticated and fucntional, a double-breasted Primaloft insulated trench coat built with attention to stylish detail.Double-breasted button down closure. Center front zipper. Two patch-on pockets. Removable waist belt. Internal media pocket.
2. W’s Grace Jacket - The Grace Jacket is a superior waterproof, breathable, stylish everyday jacket. Superior waterproof, breathable exterior make this a high-performance, stylish every-day jacket. Waterproof, breathable, seam sealed Metro fit. Fully adjustable, removable hood. Two way center front zipper. Two top flap chest pockets. Internal media pocket. Removable belt. Two hand pockets. Zippered sleeve gussets. Split hem.
3. W’s Kaya Jacket – The Kaya Jacket is hooded, waterproof, and delivers breathable protection for on-mountain performance and mobility to around-the-town environs. Waterproof, breathable, seam-sealed. Adjustable, removable hood. Two-way center front zip. Two top-flap chest pockets. Two hand pockets.
4. W’s Revelation Jacket - Sharp look, soft shell. MicroClimate Zoning welds fleece on the interior for warmth and soft comfort. Full snowsport feature set. Weight : 1 lbs, 8 oz / 692.00 g. Micro-chamois lined chin guard. One handed hood and hem draw cords. Interior water bottle pocket. Welded waist cord. Molded Velcro cuff tabs. Welded arm pocket with water-resistant zip. Zip off, Ergo hood with laminated brim. Hand pockets with water-resistant zips. Welded, interior, zip pocket. Two welded chest pockets. Exterior taped, water-resistant seams. Hard shell and soft shell, hybrid construction. Welded, water-resistant, superlight, pit zips. Water tight front zip. Fleece panels for warmth.

One Warm Coat is a national non-profit organization that assists in the donation of coats. OWC helps individuals, groups, companies and organizations across the country collect coats and deliver them to local agencies that distribute them free, to people in need.

The organization’s mission is to ensure that anyone who needs a coat has one. Providing this simple, yet vital, need helps people live productive lives year round. Since inception, more than 750,000 coats have been collected and distributed through One Warm Coat activities. Uncle Dan’s The great outdoors customers and staff have donation over 4500 coats over the past 5 years.

Coats will be distributed…
Evanston – Connections for the Homeless
Highland Park – Grandfamilies Program of Chicago
Chicago stores – Jane Addams Hull House Association

Today Target will be launching a limited-edition accessories collection by Subversive. The collection’s designer, Justin Guinta, was recently given the title of best accessories designer by Ecco Domani’s Fashion Foundation. His designs are very urban chic couture with intricate details and a lot going on (but in a good way!). The collection will be available through July 20th and prices range between $14.99 – $59.99 so get it while you can before the good ones are gone!

Below, I’ve pasted images from the Trend Accessories Image Albums at Target.com

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Hey guys! Check out this ad from craigslist! Sounds interesting hu?

The producers of America’s Next Top Model and Project Runway are creating the next television show that could be your big break into the competitive world of fashion! Is fashion your passion? Have you always wanted to break into the fashion world and just need to get your foot in the door? No prior experience necessary. If you or someone you know might be interested, please forward your contact information, a recent photo, a short description of yourself, why fashion is your passion and why you think you have what it takes to make it in this competitive world to: carrieincasting@gmail.com.

Casting begins in Chicago immediately, so please contact me ASAP!

Thanks

Carrie
CarrieInCasting@gmail.com

My client, Phaiz, is looking for 10 designers in the following categories to collaborate with or purchase from:
- jewelry
- graphics
- reworked vintage pieces
- fibers/crochet/knitting
- millinery
- leather
- fur
- purses and handbags
clothing designers in the following:
- skirts
- jackets
- wraps
- vests
- corset
- leg and hand warmers
- scarves

the list goes on… if you create… you may submit samples of your work to us!

Please follow instructions. We get so much spam that we delete any e-mail that is not titled correctly.

If you would like to be considered for visiting designer, please cut and paste the text between the dotted lines and e-mail to inquiries@tristinstyling.com as instructed:

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subject title: [Enter your brand/collection name here] for PHAIZ

body:
- message
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- name
- company/brand
- phone
- email
- website link
- link to prices (or attach price sheet)

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If you do not have a website yet, please attach photos of your designs to the e-mail instead.

Phaiz info:
www.phaizchicago.com

Phaiz is a small boutique where fashion and art merge. The fashion items are one of a kind produced exclusively for Phaiz, by visiting designers. Their concept also features site-specific art installations for Phaiz by visiting fine artists. The fashions and art installations are temporary. New and unique presentations are created each month. They celebrate their arrival with a festive reception held on the Friday closest to the 15th of each month. For more information about Phaiz, you may visit their website at www.phaizchicago.com. Thanks! We are looking forward to discovering new talents!