this is life in austin & aspen

Since life has apparently shut down excepting New Year’s Eve promotions, I have to find something else to blog about. So I’m thinking about accessories. Mainly because I a) don’t have any to go with my stunning vintage dress that I will wear on said NYE, and b) I’m thinking of cute things to get my brother’s girlfriend for Christmas (yep, I know Dec 25 has passed, but luckily, the gf doesn’t fly in to Austin until tonight, so I’ve got TONS of time).

When I just need some accessories or cute clothes on the cheap, I’m apt to stop by Francesca’s at the Central Market shopping center at 38th and Lamar (there are more locations too). But truth is, I haven’t found anything there in over a year, so why do I keep going? Not sure. Hm.

A fave from when I was in Houston for cheap accessories was Charming Charlie, which just opened up down south by the DSW off Brodie. I think I’ll head there this afternoon … nothing like waiting until the day of to find something great! Really, this dress is awesome enough by itself.

My other thoughts would be Claire’s–cheesy mall store, yes, but has some on-trend things nonetheless–or Target–they’re doing so much with guest designers, but that takes away the Target price point–or somewhere a little Austin-ier like Parts & Labour, which has some really cool jewelry from local artists. Maybe not New Year’s Eve jewelry or brother’s girlfriend accessories though. How is Emerald’s accessory selection? I love their shoe selection–so mid-priced and cute!

Suggestions for cool, cheap-ish accessories anyone?