STYLETHREAD -- LET'S TALK SHOP!

Alegria · Kate Spade

Help me shop for my birthday...

erin · Chanel

happy birthday! gosh i don't know what i would suggest. i would probably put the money aside for "rainy day" purchase when you find something fabulous!

ps. you are gorgeous!

wicked · Coach

I would spend half on experiences, like lunch, pedicure, concert, museum etc. and spend the other half on a nice piece of jewelry or on some luxury bath/beauty items.

You are really pretty!

Kelly · Hermes

I'll trade you my ideas for your hair. OK? I'll just give you my ideas now, I expect you to hold up your end of the bargain...

I'd get an hour-long massage (because massages are the best thing in the whole world) and the rest on something awesome that you'll be able to use frequently, like:

I can't paste pics, but this dress is so gorgeous and I think you could wear it to so many things:

http://www.kiyonna.com/plus-size-clothing/Dresses/12060902

Or this, it's the same dress with longer sleeves. I personally like the 3/4 sleeve version best, but I think this color would look gorgeous on you. Plus you could have it tailored or get the sleeves shortened with the $$ you save because this version is on sale:

http://www.kiyonna.com/plus-size-clothing/Dresses/12070902

Suasoria · Chanel

Since that red color is so nice on you how 'bout a bag in the same shade:

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(Monsac cross-body, $118 at endless.com)

Some hot shoes to match (Jessica Simpson Neona, $78 ditto)

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And then I thought of something else fun - a print suitcase that will really stand out on the airport carousel. This one is indestructible polycarbonate (International Traveller, $112 at bagsforme.com).

travelgirl · Kate Spade

First of all, Happy Birthday! I think you should be a little indulgent! Here are some ideas:

How about doing afternoon tea with your girlfriends? I did this for my mom for mother's day and it was great-it was very indulgent but in an affordable way. I'm not sure where you live but it was about $30 per person for us. I would suggest going to a Four Seasons or Ritz Carlton and make it an event. Dress up, and take your time. So much fun and something you wouldn't do unless it was a special occasion.

A piece of jewelry from Tiffany's is always nice. I have this bead bracelet and wear it all the time:
http://www.tiffany.com/shared/media/products/11112757_M_1.jpg

It is $175...or maybe you could consider starting a charm bracelet?

I would also take a chunk of money and spend it on some fun, small things like itunes songs (maybe make yourself a "birthday mix"), a bottle of wine or spirits, a fun lipgloss from Sephora (and pick up some fragrance samples while you are there) and a yummy candle (I like the ones at Anthropologie).

You'll have to let us know what you end up doing!