{things i wore} shawl-collar coat
I couldn't resist this coat when I spotted it in Macy's a few months ago. Calvin Klein just knows how to get it right with outerwear. Super soft and easy-to-wear with its belted wrap-around style, it helped round out my winter wardrobe. As a side note, I never realized how great the color combination of gray, white and black is . Elegant and classy, the grouping is a easy way to update same-old black and white dressing.
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Jeans: Janice Legging in Black, Not Your Daughter's Jeans [$98, available here]
Shirt: Silk Button-Down in White, Banana Republic [similar style available here]
Coat: Shawl Collar Wrap Coat in Gray, Calvin Klein [no longer available online]
Bag: Rocco Duffel Bag in Black with Pale Gold Hardware, Alexander Wang [$895, available here]
Shoes: Court 2 Platforms Shoes in Black, BCBGMaxAzria [were $98, available here]
Jewelry: Thin Gold Band with Bezel Set Diamond, Jennifer Meyer [$175, available here]; Micropave Diamond Band in White Gold, Macys; Diamond Band in Rose Gold, Bloomingdale's [$1400, available here]
Nails: Essie's 'Size Matters'
{things i wore} print scarf
I love scarves. I actually have a drawer dedicated to them in one of my dressers–arranged of course from solid colors (the majority) to the good number of patterned ones I've collected over the years. This gorgeous black and taupe scarf from Subtle Luxury has become my new favorite of the latter group. I was so happy to discover the Californian company: it's brimming with relaxed, lived-in clothing in neutral colors (read: made for me) with a large line of 'spun scarves' that are sheer, soft, and incredibly easy to wear just like this one. I was thrilled to become a part of the brand's 'how to style a scarf' blogger series (see more participants on their Facebook page) and decided to wear this piece un-knotted to better show off its subtle print.
p.s. This post offers a glimpse into my time spent Christmas shopping–it was shot inside the Time Warner Center's Shops at Columbus Circle. It's such a pleasure to browsing and buying there: from the gorgeous architecture to the luxe stores, after a visit, you'll never want to shop anyplace else.
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Shirt: V-Neck Sweater in "Almond," Banana Republic [$59.50, similar colors available here]
Blazer: Open Front Blazer in Beige, Forever 21 [no longer available, similar style available here]
Scarf: Black Trevi Swirl Print Scarf, c/o Subtle Luxury [$40, available here]
Jeans: Super Skinny Super Low Jeans in Light Denim Blue, H&M [not available online, similar style available here]
Shoes: Suede Ankle Booties, Nine West [no longer available, similar style available here]
Bag: Rocco Duffel Bag in Black with Pale Gold Hardware, Alexander Wang [$895, available here]
Jewelry: Thin Gold Band with Bezel Set Diamond, Jennifer Meyer [$175, available here]; Channel-Set Diamond Band in Yellow Gold [was $700, available here]; Tiara Diamond Band in White Gold, Ice [$475, available here]; Micropave Diamond Band in White Gold; Channel-Set Diamond Band in Yellow Gold [was $700, available here]; assorted Expandable Wire Bangles, Alex and Ani; Cornelian Expandable Wire Bangle for Haiti, Alex and Ani [$18, available here]
Nails: Essie 'Sand Tropez'
{things i wore} halloween costume
This is going to be a Halloween I'll remember for a long time. We lost power for a few days post-Sandy and when it finally came back yesterday, I was truly shocked and heartbroken to see images of a ravaged New York coastline and Jersey shore. I debated on whether or not to post these Halloween costume pictures that were taken before the storm but decided that since they make me smile they might do the same for some of you. My boyfriend and I dressed as fortune tellers the homemade way. It was a childhood costume of mine I always wanted to recreate and I was able to do so relatively easily from items I'd wear normally–just not all together.
My heart, heavy as it is, goes out to all those who lost property and loved ones to this unprecedented storm. Click here for a list of ways you can help others to deal with its aftermath. I hope that like me you'll keep all the victims in your thoughts and prayers while also remembering to never take any of your own good fortune for granted. x
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Maxi: Burning Man Dress in "Pink Hippie," Jen's Pirate Booty [was $189, available here]
Scarves: Vintage Sari Scarves in "Lime & Lavender" and "Tangerine Multi," Green Sewn [from $69, available here]
Shoes: Suede Boots in Brown, Banana Republic [old]
Jewlery: Assorted bangles, including 14K Gold-Plated Red Cabochon Stone Bangle, House of Harlow [was $180, available here]
{things i wore} riding boots
Pumpkin picking is an annual tradition for my boyfreind and I so I'm glad we were able to squeeze it in before Hurricane Sandy hit New York (although my wind-swept look in these pictures is all her fault). This outfit was less of a "I really had a chance to style it until it's perfect" and more of a "there's a hurricane coming so let's hurry before things get worse" type of invention. Still, I couldn't have been more comfortable, cozy, and pumpkin-patch appropriate in my favorite oversized blazer, skinnies, and flat boots.
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Shirt: Silk Button-Down in Black, New York & Company [no longer available, similar style available here]
Blazer: Boyfriend Blazer in Black, J. Crew [no longer available, similar style available here]
Jeans: Super Skinny Super Low Jeans in Light Denim Blue, H&M
Shoes: Riding boots in Black, Banana Republic
Bag: 12.5" Satchel in 'Pillarbox Red' Standard Leather, The Leather Satchel Co. [$124, available here]
Jewelry: Onyx & Diamond Accent Ring, Macys [no longer available online, similar style available here]; Thin Gold Band with Bezel Set Diamond, Jennifer Meyer [$175, available here]; Tiara Diamond Band in White Gold, Ice [$475, available here]; Micropave Diamond Band in White Gold
Nails: Essie's "Forever Yummy"
{things i wore} tattered sweater
I love fall fashion for outfits like this one. Lots of layers, cozy sweaters, long scarves–it's all about staying warm the easy way before heavy, bulky, and uninteresting jackets and coats are a necessity. I fell in love with this sweater when I first saw it (I'm such a huge fan of anything Rachel Roy). Slouchy yet detailed, it's a updated take on chunky cable knits that ended up being well-suited for a gray autumn day spent seaside. The "Rocco," structured but edgy with its studs, was a perfect fit too–not that I really needed to find a reason to wear a birthday gift of my dreams.
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Shirt: Silk Pocket Tank in Black, Banana Republic [old]
Sweater: Tattered Cardigan in Burlap, Rachel by Rachel Roy [was $119, available here]
Pants: Artist Crop Jean in 'Bright Indigo Destroy,' American Eagle Outfitters [were $49.50, available here]
Shoes: Prince Stretch Flat in Black Python, c/o Ballasox by Corso Como [$60, similar style available here]
Scarf: Fringed Scarf in Black, H&M
Bag: Rocco Duffel Bag in Black with Pale Gold Hardware, Alexander Wang [$895, available here]
Jewelry: Venetian Link bracelet, Tiffany & Co. [$185, available here]; Silver Expandable Wire Bangles, Alex and Ani; plain silver bangle [old]; Tiara Diamond Band in White Gold, Ice [$475, available here]; Micropave Diamond Band in White Gold; Channel-Set Diamond Band in Yellow Gold [was $700, available here];Thin Gold Band with Bezel Set Diamond, Jennifer Meyer [$175, available here]
Nails: Essie 'Licorice'
{things i wore} blue trouser-fit shorts
I couldn't have been more excited when I spotted these bright blue shorts on a sales rack in Banana Republic. My only regret is that I hadn't found them earlier in the season (although my wallet thanks me–they would have probably been full price and I would have had to have them). I love their pop of color and structured fit. They're attention grabbing but in smart way.
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Shirt: Silk Button-Down in Black, New York & Company [no longer available online]
Shorts: Trouser fit shorts in Blue, Electric Blue [no longer available online]
Shoes: Black thong sandals, Nine West [no longer available]
Bag: No Slouch Faux Straw Dome Satchel in Black, Kenneth Cole New York [was $198,available here]
Jewlery: Diamond Ring with Yellow, White and Rose Gold Diamond Overlap, Trio by Effy Collection [was $2850, available here]; Tiara Diamond Band in White Gold, Ice [$475, available here]; Silver Expandable Wire Bangles, Alex and Ani; Miscellaneous silver bangles [old]
{things i wore} chain strap purse
I love wearing wrap dresses. They're comfortable, versatile, and easy to style. In the summer, I get a lot of use out of this light navy version for all those reasons, plus it's a great length that offers some variety from the omni present maxi. In case you're wondering, that bit of writing on one my bangles reads "Non te posso lassare"–Italian for "I cannot leave you," a sweetly romantic line lifted directly from a piece of Italian Renaissance art. Sometimes it's nice to be reminded that certain sentiments are a whole lot older than we are.
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Dress: Blue wrap dress, H&M [no longer available]
Shoes: Ballet flats in Nude, Nine West
Bag: Savannah Bag in Periwinkle, Sterling and Hyde [$130, similar style available here]
Jewelry: Women's Orchestra Stainless Steel and Crystal Bracelet, Breil [$375, available here]; Silver Expandable Wire Bangle, Alex and Ani; Decenario bracelet; Studded Leather Bracelet, Banana Republic [old]; Miscellaneous silver bangles [old]
{things i wore} snake-print carryall
While we haven't had gray, rainy days lately here in NYC, it was nice to have had a piece of London with me this weekend. Nadia Minkoff's Liverpool St. satchel–which was inspired by the bustling Liverpool Street Station in the city–is definitely metro enough to feel right at home in New York and with my all black outfit. The bag is incredibly unique with its turn-lock, double top-handle, and bright faux-snake skin paneled flap. While Nadia's entire line is vintage-inspired, I love the bag's modern functionality: it may seem compact, but I fit all of my essentials with room to spare among its many pockets. Check out the brand's Facebook page–a few of their staff have the same bag and it's fun to see it travel around their office.
What do you think? Do you have a bag that always seems to magically hold everything you need?
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Shirt: Silk Button-Down in Black, New York & Company [no longer available online]
Skirt: Black Silk Skirt, Banana Republic [no longer available online]
Bag: Liverpool St. Carry-All, c/o Nadia Minkoff [$285, available here]
Jewelry: Women's Orchestra Stainless Steel and Crystal Bracelet, Breil [$375, available here]
Shoes: Court 2 Platforms Shoes in Black, BCBGMaxAzria [were $98, available here]
Sunglasses: Oversized Plastic Frames in Black, Guess, c/o Guess [no longer available]
Nails: N.Y.C. New York Color's 'Black Lace Creme'
{things i wore} sheer overlay shirtdress
Have you ever sifted through sales racks and found something marked down so much that you grab it without really thinking? Sometimes you score the perfect piece; other times you realize there was a reason why what you've just found was priced so cheaply. This dress was a super lucky find of the first sort–it was a fraction of its original retail price (read: less than $20) but was something I would have bought even if it had cost me much more. With some chunky gold jewelry it created a perfectly summery but dressy day-time look.
What do you think? What was your best sales-rack find?
P.S. I can't wait until Monday….I'll be posting a giveaway for a fabulous Lodis handbag! Check out their site to try to find the fabulous purse that I'll be featuring (and that you might win). Hint: like this dress, it sports a very reptilian print.
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Dress: Sheer Overlay Shirtdress in Taupe, Banana Republic [no longer available]
Shoes: Plambeck Heeled d'Orsay Sandal in 'Ice,' Aldo [were $60, available here]
Bag: Envelope Clutch in Taupe Embossed Python, c/o GiGi New York [$180, available here]
Jewelry: Assorted gold bangles [old]; Gold Plated Erilo Bangle, Amrita Singh [was $40, available here]; 'Brainy Bimbo' Gold Chain Necklace c/o Astrid & Miyu [$50, available here]
{things i wore} stamped ring
I went to two barbecues within the past week and while I love entertaining outdoors, I don't love the mosquito bites that come with it (unfortunately I'm a magnet for them). Since covering up is a must, I always choose a maxi dress or skirt if I plan on dining al fresco. This bright orange maxi didn't need much help becoming more summery but I still love to pile on gold jewelry to make a seasonal statement. I'm in love with this stamped ring Nashelle sent me with my initial. It's so unique, and strikes an ideal balance between roughly handcrafted and painstakingly polished (in fact none of the brand's designs are mass produced or outsourced and everything is handmade to order). The piece is also the perfect size–not too big but large enough to make a statement.
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Shirt: Ruffle Tank Top in White, Banana Republic [no longer available]
Skirt: Rope-Tie Maxi Skirt in Tangerine, Sofia by Sofia Vergara [was $30, available here]
Bag: Crocodile Embossed Leather Mini Portfolio Clutch in Brown, c/o Camille Zarsky [$360, available here; similar styles available here]
Shoes: Plambeck Heeled d'Orsay Sandal in 'Ice,' Aldo [were $60, available here]
Jewelry: Assorted gold bangles [old]; Initial ‘Identity’ Ring in Gold, c/o Nashelle [$55, available here]
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