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| Floreat Eclipsed Eyelet Skirt ($158) from Anthropologie |
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| Me trying out the Eclipsed Eyelet Skirt at Anthropologie before purchasing it. Success! @lindseythecook |
How Instagram Styles the Skirt:
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| CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Lindsey @seamless.sea | Lindsey @boylindsey Alexis @alexisjadepetri | Hayley @im_hayley |
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| CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Natalie @natalie_daye | Joanna @oakcityjoanna Jennifer @jenspicks | Kelly @kellyschirmer |
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| Daughters of the Liberation jacket (similar) Madewell dress C Wonder boots (similar) Rebecca Minkoff purse |
It's finally fall here in Los Angeles! That means busting out the army jackets and the flannel. My mom was up for the afternoon which meant I was treated to a delicious dinner at Bottega Louie, one of my absolute favorite downtown LA haunts. Seriously, they have the best macarons outside of Paris and the atmosphere is amazing. Sunday brunch is fun if you like people watching and don't mind waiting to get your seat, but a Wednesday afternoon works just as well!
But it all honesty, I'm so happy that it's finally getting a little chilly here. I don't need snow on Christmas or anything like that, but it is nice to feel a cool breeze as I sip on my Starbucks peppermint mocha instead of being forced to get my latte on ice thanks to the hot weather.
And ever since I bought this Madewell dress in August. I've been dying to wear it! Thank the lord, the time has finally arrived when I can dawn a flannel dress and not melt like the Wicked Witch of the West.
What's your favorite part of fall? And more importantly, what's your favorite thing to wear in fall?
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| ON ME: Anthropologie Dress | J. Crew Necklace | Kate Spade Purse |
In the midst of finals it is so lovely to spend a gorgeous day out in Pasadena with my favorite person in the world and the woman who I'd like to think did an excellent job raising me, my one and only mother! Without her I don't know if I ever would have developed such a keen interest in fashion, and I certainly would never understood the magic of Anthropologie had she not dragged me in as a little girl.
It was an absolute treasure to see the Pasadena Showcase house - another one of our favorite mother-daughter activities: browsing beautiful houses - and I would recommend checking it out but today was the last day. Nevertheless it was extremely well-done and I now have a strong urge to decorate houses (who knows, back-up career option?) If you are ever out in Pasadena in April-May, I would highly suggest checking out the showcase house. They are always stunning.
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| Watercolor painting of the 2014 Pasadena Showcase House by Joseph Stoddard |
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| Social Media Ring Set - C Wonder |
While shopping today my mom and I ventured into C Wonder (a fabulous preppy store full of brightly colored clothes, cute accessories & home decor) and I stumbled upon this awesome set of rings.
I've been dying to try out the stacked ring trend and I could not resist these cheeky designs. I love the idea of wearing a hashtag or an ampersand and turning a text symbol into art! Totes Tres chic.
I also found a fabulous pair of black heeled Chelsea boots at C Wonder, a gorgeous green Marc by Marc Jacobs dress at Nordstrom, and a fabulous Genie by Eugenia Kim felt hat at Anthropologie. Quite the successful saturday at Fashion Valley, if I do say so myself.
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| From Top Left: Atlantic-Pacific blog | Merrick's Art | Anthropologie Blog | A Feminine Tomboy | HBO's Sex and the City |
For those of you who missed out on the chance to become a prima ballerina, you now have your chance to live out that dream (or at least dress the part) by wearing a fabulous full tulle skirt.
The concept of a ballerina tutu-inspired skirt is nothing new; Carrie Bradshaw has been rocking the look for years, from the opening credits of Sex and the City to the stunning series finale ensemble she wore in Paris (swoon).
But recently the trend has made a big impact. Blair Eadie of Atlantic-Pacific is a major fan of the tulle skirt, and stores like Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters have been hopping on the trend as well - I even saw vintage ballet costumes at the Urban Outfitters in Santa Monica. The tulle skirt is perfect for winter festivities and a welcome alternative to boring mini skirts.
There's two ways to go about styling the tulle skirt: either play up the pretty vibes with a ladylike top and accessories, or counteract the girliness with ankle boots and a less-structured top.
Either way, you're bound to turn heads in this attention-grabbing piece, weather you can dance the Sugarplum Fairy waltz or not.
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| 1. Topshop 2. J. Crew 3. Anthropologie 4. Madewell 5. J. Crew 6. Marc by Marc Jacobs |
Plaid (or tartan, for purists) is an autumnal staple that made an even bigger splash on the runways, thanks to both 90s grunge-inspired shows like Saint Laurent Paris and more classic, simple presentations like Celine (Pictured above).
The linear print has infiltrated all corners of the fashion world and I couldn't be happier!
Add just a touch of plaid with a printed bag or barettes adorning your hair.
Or go mad and pair different patterned coordinates together! The possibilities are endless.
Personally, I have my eye on that Madewell vest, but I don't know I could justify such a cold weather piece when it is currently pushing 90 degrees here in sunny (always so sunny) Los Angeles.*
Until that day comes where I need winter wear, I'll probably settle for a fabulous pair of plaid shoes...and I do have a super cute American Apparel schoolgirl plaid skirt left over from my Blair and Serena Big-Little costume (thank goodness for sororities and their love of costumes!).
So I guess I have some criss-crossed options to try out! How about you guys? Are you mad about plaid like I am?
*I love LA to pieces, but I wouldn't mind if it got just a little cold for a little bit, you know? A girl can dream, right?
Now is definitely the perfect time to purchase a dazzling pair of sequin shoes!
Silver and gold go with just about anything, and glitter adds a wonderful festive touch to every occasion - holiday or otherwise. Just think Dorothy without the country girl braids.
And when the party season is over, you can always take a little sparkle into everyday wear! Pair with jeans and a smart blouse for a little party in your look, every day!
Necklace: Topshop
Lipstick: Tom Ford
Shoes: Sophia Webster
Dress: Anthropologie
iPad Case: Tory Burch
In the heat of summer it appears we have much in common with the wild animals of the African savannas. We flock to watering holes (pools, lakes, oceans, rivers) to refresh and replenish our thirst (preferably with cool tropical drinks and trashy novels to keep us company). It only makes sense that we draw inspiration from one of the inhabitants of the African plains - the mighty Pink Flamingo!
I'm always a fan of pink (it comes with the fashion barbie territory) and I love a good novelty print, so these flamingo picks are a match made in heaven. But seriously, I've been seeing birds everywhere I go. At Topshop last week there was a whole shelf of flamingo jewelry, and Tory Burch has a whole collection of flamingo-print clothes and accessories (in hot pinks and in cool blues). Or, if you just want to emulate the beta-carotene pink of the fancy birds, Tom Ford has a lipstick color inspired by flamingo plumes!
Usually I'm really good about having plenty of birthday and Christmas present ideas (just ask my mother) but I've been so busy lately I've hardly had the time to think about my upcoming birthday on Sunday! However, there are a few objects of desire that have been on my mind lately...
1. Liberty for J. Crew Floral Scarf
2. Grace: a Memoir
3. Charlotte Olympia Taurus Slippers
4. Ray-Ban Aviators
5. Daytrip Button-down from Anthropologie
Tara Jarmon sweater
Dress from Anthropologie (birthday gift!)
Steve Madden boots
Cannot believe my eighteenth birthday is on Saturday!
A few things that are on my wishlist, because a girl can dream!
Anthropologie "Carolinae" Top purchased in Pasadena this weekend
American Eagle Outfitters Camisole
Paige Premium Denim straight-leg Jeans
Steve Madden buckle gladiator Sandals
Hope you all had a lovely Presidents' Day weekend! I know I did, because I got to spend the day with my mommy in beautiful Pasadena. We checked out the Barney's Warehouse Sale (which was pretty picked over, but she found a great dress and now I know to go the very first day), bought some new fabrics in the garment district, and found a few great things at Anthro. And then we got to stay at this fabulous hotel for the night:
The Langham Huntington Hotel was beautiful and built in the twenties and best of all, full of pink! I had to nab a few of the pens from our room because they were just too adorable.
I had such a lovely time and I cannot wait for my grandmother to find a place in Pasadena this spring because that means I'll get to head up there a lot more often!
Also, look how cool these fabrics are that I picked up! I cannot wait to make shorts and skirts and dresses and more with them!
How was everyone else's long weekend?
What I enjoy most about Valentine's Day is not the excessive romantic lovey-dovey-ness but rather the fact that I can wear as much pink as I want without being judged -not that that really stops me any other day of the year. Still, it is nice to be able to outwardly flaunt my rose-colored clothes without people gawking at me like I'm some kind of My Little Pony.
And because I love you, my fabulous readers so much, I have made a collection of fashion-centric Valentine's Day cards that I'm surprised Hallmark didn't already pick up! Haha. They are totally cringe-worthy (they were made on MS Paint, after all) but hopefully someone gets a good laugh out of them.
J. Crew button-down and skirt
Anthropologie sunglasses
Steve Madden boots
Ann Taylor leopard skinny belt
And because I love you, my fabulous readers so much, I have made a collection of fashion-centric Valentine's Day cards that I'm surprised Hallmark didn't already pick up! Haha. They are totally cringe-worthy (they were made on MS Paint, after all) but hopefully someone gets a good laugh out of them.
Black embroidered cardigan by Tabitha via Anthropologie
"The Help" dress made by me
Black floral gladiator sandals via Anthropologie
Today has been quite the lovely day for me! Still seventy and sunny here in coastal California, I've been making the most of the great weather and showing off all my fashionable Christmas gifts. Today I decided to wear this dress I made for two reasons:
- I had an interview with a Brown University alumni and wanted to show off my favorite dress I've made; and
- The yearbook staff was taking pictures of all the senior standouts, and yours truly won "Best Dressed"!
With applications winding down and finals preparation revving up, it's been hard for me to catch my breath lately, so I apologize for the lack of blogging recently, but I promise I am doing my best! I hope all is well with those who are not so fortunate as to live in sunny California and if all goes as well as I thought my interview did, I may be joining you East Coasters next year in the snow and rain!
Have a lovely weekend, everyone!
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