Welcome to prettyandpoor.com, the go-to girl’s guide to frivolous spending! During a time of national economic strain, soaring gas prices and record foreclosures I should be telling you about smart ways to save your money and retire young and wealthy, but what fun is that? Instead, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on the great ways you can make yourself happy and live up to your title of young and fabulous.

From sassy new shoes, the best handbags, oh-so-perfect outfit combinations and miracle beauty remedies, I’ll be sharing all my favorites with you (and trust me, I have a lot of favorites). And don’t think I’ll stop there—I’ll probably end up diving into relationships (ah, the single life), careers and travel.

It’s time to kick-up your kitten-heel-clad tootsies, grab a latte and indulge in something good for yourself. You may think that all of this reasoning sounds a bit shallow, but don’t lose touch with reality and remember to balance your checkbook. Just like me, you’ll be fine.