Just recently, “Women’s Wear Daily” published a wonderfully informative article about crowd sourcing and its effect on the retail world and shopping. Long gone are the days when retailers sold consumers things they didn’t want. Nowadays, people have the power, and retailers are paying attention. So is Kaboodle, the largest social website for passionate shoppers. Kaboodle just launched PopPicks, an exclusive, members-only online sale destination that allows shoppers everywhere to determine which products are offered at a special price for a limited time.

An ongoing program featuring a new retail partner each week, PopPicks features a collection of products selected by Kaboodle editors in partnership with the featured retailer. Once products are selected, the Kaboodle community is invited to “heart” (vote for) the products they like best.

After four days of voting, the most “hearted” products are made available to Kaboodle members at an exclusive price for four days or until the reserved inventory is sold out. Once the quantities of specially priced items are completely sold, Kaboodlers can still buy the product at its original price.

During voting and limited-time sales, Kaboodlers can invite friends to participate via Kaboodle’s peer-to-peer messaging system as well as on e-mail, Facebook, Twitter and other social platforms.

Moxsie.com, an online fashion retailer featuring independent brands, is the inaugural launch partner. “PopPicks is a unique way for Moxsie to unveil cutting-edge merchandise to the alpha consumers who appreciate it. The reason PopPicks is so different and appealing is because it allows retailers to present an interactive experience in a participation-rampant environment. Through PopPicks, Moxsie is also able to extend its reach to a very valuable group of sophisticated shoppers in a measurable way,” says Julia Kung, Moxsie’s director of marketing. Additional participating launch partners in the coming weeks include other online fashion favorites, Karmaloop, Ssense, Ivy Blue and 80sPurple.

Check out Moxsie PopPicks here: http://www.kaboodle.com/poppicks/moxsie. Want to know which picks I hearted? The Reece Black Peeptoe Bootie, Chevron Clutch and Jolie Skirt all got my votes. On August 2, we’ll find out just which Moxsie PopPicks shoppers can purchase for a 25% off discount. See you then!

It is sunglass season, my stylish friends. Are you ready for the summer? You will be with these spotted beauties on your sweet peepers.

Basics Summer Safari Puma Plastic Wayfarer Sunglasses by Super.  Available at Moxsie.

Cuff sandals are major hotness. I’m really starting to dig them and have decided I need a pair. I’ve got my eye on this pair from Matiko. They have a wedge, which I need for height. And, they just look oh-so-sophisticated. I can wear them with shorts or a pretty summer dress.

Blair cuff sandal from Matiko. Available at Moxsie.

How sexy are these shoes? If you want to turn some heads this spring and knock the socks off everyone in the room, then these pretty, neutral tone sandal platforms featuring floral embellishments are a must-have. The platform design elongates your leg, so promise me that you’ll wear them with a sleek dress or skirt that hits at your knee or just above. Show off your stems, woman!

Belize Tan/Mushroom sandal platforms by Kelsi Dagger 
and available at Moxsie.com.

The military trend applies to men, too. This particular jacket says haute Italian Army Guy to me. Ciao, bello!

James Army Jacket from Alley Collection, $200.
Available at Moxsie

Another handbag at Moxsie caught my little green eye. The rich, teal color makes my toes curl. And the chain strap is my favorite part. Loves it!

NAVOH Columbus Teal Clutch, $62
Available at Moxsie

I love a good shirt dress. Worn alone or with leg wear, or even over a pair of jeans, this dress allows for versatility and is a staple in every woman’s wardrobe.

Eddie Striped Shirtdress Light Blue by Everyday or Eternal, $106 at Moxsie.com

You could be on an episode of “Square Pegs” with these retro leggings. So fun. I can hear The Waitresses playing right now… “I know what boys like….”

Hellz Bellz
Tri-Master Leggings, $32

Wear with:

Lamixx Off the Shoulder Dress

Or, wear with:

Fifty-Seven Thirty-Three Bike Girl Scoop Neck and TTCollection Lulu Silk Skirt

My Moxsie pick is also my favorite handbag of the month. This great sized clutch is made from 100% cotton with a sleek vinyl finish. It also comes in blue.

Love the birds. Love the retro pattern. Love the shape of the top flap. And, it’s a great price. Only $80.

ICHI-V, Kakkoii White clutch, $80 at Moxsie

I know Valentine’s Day has passed, but I just adore these wood heart earrings. They’re just so mod. And, they’re made from organic wood. Plus the size is so substantial without being heavy on the ears. I heart them.

Pretty Little Thing Linear Wood Heart Earrings, $40.00.