Smart Lassy - A Shopping Blog & Store for Geek Girls

We here at SmartLassy are a little ... ummm ... obsessed with Macintosh goodies, and we love this t-shirt, which is available in women's sizes. Show you know your way around a toolbar and pay homage to those icons that have saved your hyde on so many occasions. Eraser? You're our best friend.

$17. From insanelygreattees.com

When we first saw our friend Tony wearing this shirt, we nearly hit him over the head so we could steal it. But we're not that mean, so we ordered one of our own. Also? Cotton Factory is based near our (Kate's) hometown, which is proof that good things CAN come out of New Kensington, Pennsylvania. CF has tons of other great designs, so make sure to check out their site. Note: Girl t-shirts are made to fit close to the body, and ours shrunk a little in the wash, so you might want to order a size up. Sweatshirts also available.

$18-$30. From cottonfactory.com

Drat. It's raining. Now you can't wear your favorite funky shoes. But wait! Chooka's Tattoo City Rain Boots to the rescue! Now you can protect your toes and shins from those deceptively deep puddles and look tough, too. Tough in a really cute kind of way. Available in blue (shown) and black.

$59.95. From Diane's Little Lambs

Just don't go jumping off any tall buildings any time soon. If you ever come to Cleveland (and we know you wanna), you can visit the Women's Air and Space Museum, which will prove to you that chicks CAN fly, and this shirt says so in style. Wear this proudly in memory of Katherine Wright, who had every bit to do with aviation as Wilbur and Orville, and support your local chick pilot. We're cleared for takeoff, gals.

$18. From the Women's Air and Space Museum Shop.

Confession: I (Kate) like to pretend I'm cool, but the fact of the matter is that my inclination to pay attention to any sort of music "scene" waned in approximately 1996. If you also consider REM's "Automatic for the People" to be their "new album," maybe this button is for you. It conveys the sarcasm and irony so prevalent in the halcyon days when the Red Hot Chili Peppers had some spunk without revealing that you haven't actually updated your CD collection since before Bono's hairline began to recede.

$1.50. From ButtonUp's Shop at Etsy.

is through her e-mail. We all know and love the "@" symbol, and here's the perfect way to show your affection for both people and machines. The 18-inch silver-plated chain is adorned with a plastic "@" along with a tiny heart. Cute, affordable, and all indie ... made for you by a fellow geek girl.

$8. From Reyney's Shop on Etsy.

If you ever feel a twinge of remorse when you ball up a gum wrapper, this bag will brighten your wardrobe and soothe your eco-guilt. Made from recycled candy wrappers, this handbag is durable and waterproof (yup, waterproof) with a zip closure. Now if someone would only figure out a way to use the three zillion empty Cheetos packets that passers-by fling into my yard.

$28. From WeeCanShop.

There was a time when Comic Sans was a cute font, back in the days when the alternative was Times New Roman. These days, there are loads of fonts to choose from. Stop choosing Comic Sans. Please. Enough with the Comic Sans. The Comic Sans, it makes designers physically uncomfortable. It's not cute anymore. It's tired and awful. Stop, stop, stop. Please stop. Stop now. Sizes Small - XL available. Made in the USA.

$18.99. From Ban Comic Sans on Cafe Press.

Wukka wukka wukka wukka wukka wukka. No, I'm not doing a poor Fozzie Bear impression. I'm making the Pac-Man noise. You know, that sound the game made while everyone's favorite near-sphere ran roughshod over all two dimensions of the game board, beating the odds in the face of adversity and four ghosts who wanted, inexplicably, to eat him? What WERE those pellets anyway? Vicodin, maybe? That's why he wanted them so badly. Yeah. Pac-Man. We love him. We want to wear him around our necks.

$14.95. From Shoparooni.

We're kicking off the new, improved SmartLassy with a week's worth of one of our favorite things ... socks! We love knee socks (just look at our logo) and leg warmers, especially those that stand out and demand attention. So, without further ado, we bring you today's item ... Black skull legwarmers! Legs feeling a little cold these days? Want to warm up AND put off a cheefully creepy vibe? These are for you.
$4.95

Nothing wards off the cold like a pair of knee socks, especially if they eminate warm, funky colors that will help chase off the seasonal affective blues. Beware, though. For some reason, whenever I wear mine, people stop me on the street and say, "Hey, you know who you remind me of? Pippi Longstocking." It's just something you'll have to deal with, but it's totally worth it.

$4.65 + $1 shipping

Some people say that cats are evil. While I wouldn't go so far as to say MY cats are evil, they are a little on the passive-aggressive side. Unfortunately, I can't find "Passive-Aggressive Kitten" socks, and anyway, these socks rock. Maybe you want to wear them because you live with an evil kitten, or maybe you want to wear them to let the world know that you ARE an evil kitten. Meow, you sexy thang.

$3.95 +$1 Shipping Note: Please choose "Parcel Post" as your shipping method to get $1 shipping. Other shipping options are available.

It's a bit hard to describe these socks. Army green with red stars? Looks, maybe, a little commie? If that's the look you're going for, go for it, girl, but I've been wearing mine with my fleecy solid-color capris and keep-warm-in-Cleveland sweatshirts. The socks are just enough to make me feel unique and cover up against the cold. These socks are thick and warm and comfortable and have great heel support. Size is 9-11, and they're made of 80% cotton, 13% spandex, and 7% rubber. And they can be yours today for $5.25 with $1 shipping *.

* Note: Please choose "Parcel Post" as your shipping method to get $1 shipping. Other shipping options are available.

We're taking a break from this week's Stockstravaganza to bring you a little something to complement our previously-posted "Evil Kitten" kneesocks. Alone or paired with your socks, you'll be cute and dangerous in this neck-warming scarf that's 100% acrylic and very thick and warm. I can firmly attest that mine's been around my neck every time I walk out the door. $5.95 with $1 shipping *.

* Note: Please choose "Parcel Post" as your shipping method to get $1 shipping. Other shipping options are available.

SmartLassy is for goofy, geeky, girls, but these socks reminded us that we forgot one 'g.' Glam. You can be goofy, geeky, and glam all at once, and these socks say it loud. You're glam as hell. Wear your personality proudly. These are 70% cotton, 10% nylon, 18% spandex and 2% rubber, and they cost $5.95 with $1 shipping *.

* Note: Please choose "Parcel Post" as your shipping method to get $1 shipping. Other shipping options are available.

Argyle isn't always synonymous with "cool." It conjures up images of conservative men's sweaters or maybe a worn old cardigan. But cute, unique argyle? In a legwarmer, in teal and pink, no less? We're redefining this triangular pattern and slapping it directly on your calves. They're made of 70% acrylic, 25% nylon, and 5% rubber, and they can be yours for $5.50 with $1 shipping *.

* Note: Please choose "Parcel Post" as your shipping method to get $1 shipping. Other shipping options are available.

Ahoy, me hardees! Or should that be hardettes? We have for your consideration today a long, warm scarf to ward off the arctic chill as you sail the seven seas. No one would dare make you walk the plank if you're wearing this. You're a pyrate queen, after all. Are you sick of the pirate puns yet? Fine. Scarves are 100% acrylic, and they'll cost you $6.95 with $1 shipping *. Savvy?

* Note: Please choose "Parcel Post" as your shipping method to get $1 shipping. Other shipping options are available.

Yes, yes, 'tis the season for polar fleece to keep the chill off the neck. But let me ask you this? Would you wear a fleecy scarf to a party? Can your trusty, warm scarf double as an accessory? I didn't think so. This scarf, which matches our "Glam as Hell" kneesocks, is 100% acrylic, so you'll still be warm. Warm and fabulous for only $5.95 + shipping.

Achtung, Long-Legged Lassies! These socks are not only stretchy, fun, and green, but also extra-long. Even if you're not very tall, these socks will cover even more of your leg. If you're a leggy lady, here are some socks that will actually come the whole way up to your knee rather than stopping 2 or 3 inches below it. Yours for just $5.95 a pair.

The other night, we were sitting around minding our own business, and there was a knock at the door. Opening it, we were shocked to discover a large armwarmer standing on our porch looking very angry. It went on to tell us that SmartLassy is discriminating against products that warm the arms. "Look at all the scarves," it said. "And don't even get me started on the socks and legwarmers." We agreed, under duress, to try to equal things out around here. With that said, we bring you blue armwarmers that are sparkly and lovely and whose presence on this site will prevent a discrimination suit or any more late-night visits by giant, angry apparel. 70% acrylic, 25% nylon, 5% rubber, and yours for $6.95 + shipping.

As those guys from Monty Python's Holy Grail would tell you, there are some bunnies just not worth messing with. I wouldn't want to mess with Death Bunny, and especially not the lovely SmartLassy wearing this scarf. It's warm, it's black and pink, it's 100% acrylic, and it's utterly nonsensical, which is a trait we enjoy around here. Death Bunny scarf costs $6.95 + shipping.

In order to once again appease the armwarmer mafia (they are such bullies benevolent, generous beings), we have for your shopping pleasure a pair of lovely pink armwarmers. They're just like the blue ones we featured a few days ago, except, y'know, pink. They're made of 70% acrylic, 25% nylon, and 5% rubber. They'll set you back $6.95 + shipping, but you'll have the most sparkly, popular forearms in all the land. Promise.

Okay, so you like to get into a little trouble now and then. But really, down deep, you're a good gal. A sweet gal. To be fair, you're a sweet devil. Before anyone's surprised by this realization, let everyone know by wearing this scarf. They're 100% acrylic, and they'll cost you $6.95 + shipping.

Hey there, Long Jane Stockinglover! Do your legs go all the way down the street and come back with a newspaper and a cup of coffee? These are for you, because they're extra-long, like that line your legs waited in at the corner coffeeshop behind that type-A businessman who complained that his latte was supposed to be 150 degrees, but it came out at 160, which was totally unacceptable. In that situation, if you were wearing these socks, you could kick that guy, and he'd forever remember the day he got his shins bruised by the lady in pink stripey socks. Fits size 9-11. Made of 70% cotton, 10% nylon, 18% spandex, and 2% rubber.

Do you care about your toes? Apart from the odd pedicure or coat of polish, when's the last time your tootsies got a little lovin'? They're always there for you, keeping you balanced and wiggling at will. Don't they deserve a little extra attention? These 98% polyester, 2% spandex footies come to about 3/4 calf in length, and they're made for size 9-13. Warm up your piggies, then take them to market. They cost $5.95 a pair, plus shipping, which starts at $2.95.

You're not a bird, or a plane, and you can't fly without aid of an aircraft, but you are a super girl, and we made these shirts so you can show off. Retro print features the mighty super heroine with some mighty hair. Check out the Farrahesque coiff. Shirts are Jerzees brand, 100% cotton, and available in sizes S-XL. They're women's style and are fitted, so if you like a looser fit, you should order one size up. These cost $15 each, and you're more than welcome to change into yours inside a phone booth.
$15 plus shipping, which starts at $2.95
p.s. We're working on getting these shirts in sizes larger than XL, 'cause we know that lovely ladies come in all shapes and sizes. Check back within a week or so for details.

To illustrate the fabulous funkiness of these shoelaces, I dragged one of my trusty Doc Martens out of the closet to show you how this product can dress up your footwear in a way that's cute, punk, goth, and fun all at the same time. Laces feature multicolor skulls and stars and are 45"-47" long. Enough for sneakers or a short boot. Or possibly your corset. Hey, we don't judge around here. $3.50, plus $1 shipping.

* Note: Please choose "Dollar Shipping" as your shipping method to get $1 first-class shipping. Other shipping options are available.

If you live in colder climes the way we do, the idea of adorning your feet might seem a little silly. After all, you've been wearing socks since October. Remember, though, that sandal and barefoot season is only a few months away, and who says your feet can't look pretty when you're warm at home? And as for you SmartLassies who live in places warm enough to wear these now, we'll set aside our jealousy and hope these colorful, beaded foot thongs will make you look as gorgeous as we know you are. $4.75 each in your choice of 7 styles .

St. Patrick's Day is almost here, and apart from Halloween, it seems that this holiday is a favorite for accessories, particularly green ones. Whether you're getting gussied up to show off your Irish heritage or just making sure you look properly comical before a night of getting rip-snortin' drunk, these shamrock laces will complete your look. They measure 44" long and can be yours for $3.50 per pair. Order by noon EST on Friday, 3/14 with Priority shipping, and we'll make sure your laces arrive in time for the holiday.

* With apologies to Triumph the Insult Comic Dog.