Prom Mafia

My Betsey Encounter

Queen Bee — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:43:46 +0000

Mafiettes, I have lived every Betseyite’s dream. Today, I met Betsey Johnson! That was the secret I couldn’t tell you until now.

Have you ever heard the advice that you shouldn’t meet your hero because you’ll be disappointed? Definitely not true! Betsey is a total sweetheart and I adore her even more after today. She was so friendly and even took the time to chat with us and answer our questions. During the impromptu q & a, she expressed an interest in creating an affordable line with a store like H&M or Target, advised us budding fashion designers to practice cutting and sewing, and even mentioned that she is hiring designers!

And of course she looked fabulous.

Don’t you just love her belt?

The store threw an Alice in Wonderland party for the event, filled with costumes and cookies.

If Betsey had her own themepark, I imagine it would be like this!

Since I arrived at 9 am (about 3 hours early), I was in the front of the line and was lucky enough to get a picture and an autograph.

And here is my autographed shirt.

I told Betsey about my site and I’m sure she has better things to do, but just in case “Hi Betsey!”

Kiss Me, I’m Irish

Queen Bee — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:18:15 +0000

With St. Patrick’s Day coming up, it’s time to get together your green outfit to avoid a day of pinches from your friends and family. Though the graphic tees with messages of beer and inebriation are quite popular, I prefer the classier route. Isn’t this top so much cuter?

From forever21.com

I’ve been eyeing this green coat for a while now and maybe St. Pattys Day is the perfect excuse to finally get it!

From modcloth.com

Or just cheat by with a green accessory like this purse.

From modcloth.com

Or this peacock necklace.

From modcloth.com

What are you going to wear on St. Patrick’s Day?

My Secret Outfit

Queen Bee — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:48:35 +0000

As I mentioned before, I’m going to a secret event where I have to look my best so I decided to whip up a cute little outfit. Well, what do you think?

I made everything but the white blouse. I was going for a retro-girly-tea party feel and I think I captured it pretty well. Thank you thank you to my inspirations Keiko Lynn, Erica Leigh, and my so very stylish Grandma!

It’s just a skirt and a sash with a big ol’ bow in the back for good measure.

It’s only the second real outfit I’ve ever made so I’m beaming with pride. Obviously it’s not perfect, mais tant pis!

If you have any suggestions on how to spruce it up, please share. I’m always open to constructive criticism.

In just a few more days, I’ll be able to tell you all about the event to which I’m wearing this outfit. I promise to spill all the details asap!

Best Oscar Dress

Queen Bee — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:31:46 +0000

Forget the red carpet. My favorite dress was on stage! This gorgeous dress by Rania Salibi won the Oscar Designer Challenge and was worn by one of the escorts on stage.

Win an Amber Pollard Purse

Queen Bee — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:15:31 +0000

Are you Mafiettes in for a treat! Amber Pollard is giving away this gorgeous purse (valued at $650!) to one of you this week.

And this isn’t just any purse. Like every Amber Pollard bag, it includes an insulated and removable Lunch à la Mode™ pouch for packed meals and snacks. Each pouch comes complete with two reusable hot and cold packs and a mesh beverage holder. Is it not the cutest lunch bag you’ve ever seen? Clearly, it’s perfect for any student or working girl.

To enter, just let me know why you need this bag! Extra entries for each of the following:

Follow Prom Mafia on Twitter
Tweet the contest on Twitter (The more you tweet, the more you’re entered! Just be sure to include @prommafia so I see it.)
Fan Prom Mafia on facebook
Download the Prom Prep List facebook app

Contest ends Sunday, March 14th.

And the Winner Is

Queen Bee — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:03:20 +0000

Professional Chic on a Budget

Queen Bee — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 13:40:02 +0000

I had a post a while back about professional chic fashion, but everything in it was pretty expensive and that’s not what Prom Mafia is about. So here are some affordable professional chic clothes from Windsor.

From windsorstore.com

If you’ve got an internship this summer, you’ll have to dress in business or business casual clothes. Pick individual items that you can mix and match to expand your wardrobe without having to spend more money.

Ivory Lace Career Girl

From windsorstore.com

You Wear the Pants

From windsorstore.com

Will you be working or interning this summer?

I Have a Secret

Queen Bee — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 19:23:30 +0000

I’m dying to tell you what I’m up to, but I’ve promised not to say a word until next week! I’m going to a very (VERY!) exciting event and I have to look my very best. I’ve decided to make a cute little outfit and since I can’t share the details of the event, I can at least give you a sneak peek of what I’m going to make.

I picked up this Juicy Couture and navy tweed fabric in the remnants section for $3 a yard. Since I’m on spring break, I’m going to whip up something in the next few days, and I’ll be sure to share it when I’m done.

Wish I could tell you more, but you’re going to have to wait!

Best Prom Dresses of 2010

Queen Bee — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 04:21:25 +0000

Here are my 10 favorite prom dresses for 2010. I would wear any of these in a heartbeat!

1. Animal print done right

From jovani.com

2. Perfect princess cut

From jovani.com

3. Understated Bollywood style

From joliprom.net

4. How to wear white

From lafemmefashion.com

5. Whimsical and wonderful

From sherrihill.com

6. Haute couture

From daliaonline.com

7. Old Hollywood Glamour

From flirtprom.com

8. Spanish Flirt

From promgirl.com

9. Embellished Neckline

From promgirl.com

10. THE Perfect Prom Dress

From promgirl.com

Which is your favorite?

A Charming Charm Bracelet

Art Decadence — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:55:40 +0000

Okay so everyone knows I am guilty of two things: browsing any and every shopping website and a huge love for David Bowie. (Alright, I admit, I do have more guilty pleasures than that – but they’re currently irrelevant.) This love also includes the film Labyrinth – I’m guessing a lot of you have probably seen it! It’s very magical and I don’t see how any can not fall in love with it.

When I was browsing Etsy the other day (something I’m sure will make Queen Bee proud of me) I typed in ‘Labyrinth’ to see what would come up. I was absolutely astounded. There’s so many amazing things, but I’m not going to tell you about all of them! My favourite was this charm bracelet:

The only problem was, it was $45.95 plus $5.00 postage seeing as I live all the way across the pond. I did debate over quite a few days but I came into a bit of money in the form of my EMA bonus (for going to school – google it if you’re really that curious) and found that I just couldn’t resist.

Considering the distance it had to travel, it arrived incredibly quickly and it looks so gorgeous in person – even more so than the pictures. A few people have already told me how amazing they think it looks and I’ve only worn it once!

The image charms are handmade and every charm on it was put there due to some sort of meaning – the owl, the dancing figures. And the fun doesn’t stop there – the seller, ImaginationEmporium has a load of other, similar products.

For example, this a-may-zing Wizard of Oz bracelet:

Or, a wonderfully magical “It’s A Small World” glass tile pendant:

I think everything she makes is absolutely incredible; how about you guys? Do you think I was right in spending so much money on my bracelet? (I do!)