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My favorite pair of sunglasses I have ever owned were a pair of classic black Ray Ban's.

They were left by a guest at a party I threw once.

They were stolen from me in a gay bar in Athens a year later. Last year.

R.I.P. BEST SUNGLASSES EVER

I never thought that I would find a replacement pair I liked so much! And even more surprisingly, I'm not really one for pink.

So just what is it about these PAPER X Contego The Kipling frames?

Probably something to do with the simplicity of the frame and the fact I desperately desire a piece of neon chicwear for my summer wardrobe. Or it could just have everything to do with the little umbrella on the side and the rain drop on the front left frame.

you'll never know

bwahahahaha!

Sara Lagace Tops My Birthday Wishlist

Operation Birthday Wishlist is in full swing! 

I'm starting with these babies:

Bunny Pom Pom Recycled Fur Earrings

Click the photo and be transported to Sara Lagace's shop! See if you lose yourself in the listings as I did. There are so many shops on Etsy that sell the same 'ol same 'ol sh-tuff. Not this Chickadette! Sara is working on a degree in silversmith and works with a talent she's nurtured since childhood. Currently, she cuts, dyes and binds recycled fur that is oh so wearable... three seasons a year, if you ask me! I don't know how she does it... they're so gorgeous! Confession: I'm not much against buying real fur, but I do buy recycled or faux whenever I'm given the opportunity. Hopefully, I'll have the opportunity to buy these too:

Wild Fauve Paws made with Recycle Coyote Fur

I contacted Sara, and she's currently offering free shipping in her shop until the end of January!

Free Shipping Code: FREESHIPPING2012

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Ya ain't gonna believe this. I found the best ever gift idea for my lady friends, mothers sisters girlfriends and gayfriends... a personalized monogram necklace by Moon and Lola! These super feminine cutouts are what I believe to be a modern day take on the namesake necklaces from the 90's! Remember those? I wore my gold scrolled 'Ashley' necklace with pride every day in the 3rd grade. Anyway, go look! See for ya self, Dahlin!