{things i wore} bandage skirt
For the briefest of moments last week the weather was warm enough to pass for spring. I of course didn't hesitate for a second and put on a skirt I've been dying to wear–a neon bandage mini sent to me from Shop September. The online boutique has a great concept: they listen to their shoppers through polls and chats in order to stock items that people actually want to buy. The result? Merchandise that's popular but also relevant and up-to-date. I for one am still loving the neon trend (I'm mentally planning more outfits for this piece) and can't wait to enjoy it more fully as temperatures get higher and skies get sunnier.
P.S. Don't forget to check back later for your chance to win something for yourself from Shop September and for the winner of last week's giveaway!
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Shirt: Silk Button-Down in Black, New York & Company [no longer available online]
Skirt: Neon Bandage Skirt in Yellow, c/o Shop September [$55, available here]
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: Arm Candy in Black Onyx, c/o Beso Beso [$90, available here]; Expandable Wire Bangle, Alex and Ani; Renegade Cluster Bracelet, Stella & Dot, c/o Katie Cramer, Independent Stylist for Stella & Dot [$59, available here]; The Bosworth' Black and Gold Enameled Bracelets, set of 2, c/o K.Amato [$48, available here]; Triple Black ONYX on Gold Tiny Bead Bracelet, c/o Ettika [$45, available here]; Thin Gold Band with Bezel Set Diamond, Jennifer Meyer [$175, available here]; Diamond Band in Rose Gold, Bloomingdale's [$1400, available here]
Nails: Essie's 'Licorice'
{things i wore} shopper tote
I've admired this Zara plaited shopper from afar–as in on other bloggers and celebs–and up close–meaning on store shelves–for a long time. It's not hard to see why: super pigmented leather, simple lines, minimal hardware, and top handles make it pretty much my ideal handbag. Still, I never took the plunge to pick one up for myself. Lucky for me, my boyfriend likes buying me handbags as much as I like talking about them to him. A discussion one day about how long/hard I had been lusting over this one led to it arriving on my doorstep a few days later. Pretty amazing, right? (And yes I'm talking about both him and the shopper.)
P.S. As promised, I'm living in these Genetic Denim jeans from the Haden Reid Boutique (check out it's Facebook page here)–they're so fitted but oh-so-comfy.
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Blazer: Boyfriend Blazer in Black, J. Crew [no longer available, similar style available here]
Shirt: 1×1 Ribbed Long Sleeve V-Neck Top in Black, Splendid [was $50, available here]
Jeans: Shane Cigarette in 'Chain,' Genetic Denim c/o Haden Reid [were $218, available here]
Shoes: Suede Ankle Booties, Nine West [no longer available, similar style available here]
Bag: Braided Shopper in Brown, Zara [$149, available here]
Jewelry: Expandable Wire Bangles, Alex and Ani; Renegade Cluster Bracelet, Stella & Dot, c/o Katie Cramer, Independent Stylist for Stella & Dot [$59, available here]; Fauna Shark Tooth Wood Bead Stretch Bracelet in Black CZ, c/o Kevia [$75, available here]; Gold Bar Bracelet in Black, Puravida [$20, available here]; Alexandria Ring in Gold, c/o Karen London [$50, available here]; Tiara Diamond Band in White Gold, Ice [$475, available here], Thin Gold Band with Bezel Set Diamond, Jennifer Meyer [$175, available here]
Nails: Essie "Smokin' Hot"
{things i wore} heeled clogs
I owned a pair of clogs when I was younger. Their purchase was the direct result of my mother's retro-inspired love of the style and had been very fashion-forward–it came at a time when everyone else my age was wearing what turned out to be much less interesting things like round-toed shoes, jelly sandals, and thick-soled sneakers. Of course that first pair was not as well-made or authentic as this one, which was sent to me by Sven Clogs. Although its base is made from real wood imported from Austria and Sweden, it is super lightweight making the soles completely quiet and the shoes insanely comfortable to wear. And speaking of comfy, I can't get enough of this sweatshirt by Proenza Schouler for the Neiman Marcus and Target holiday collection–it's so stylish and so very soft.
P.S. The people behind Sven Clogs are incredibly sweet and generous–they're offering a pair of clogs of your choice to one of you! Exciting right? Check back tomorrow for your chance to WIN and in the meantime start planning how you'd wear a pair (Rachel Bilson is a fun place to start looking for some style inspiration). x
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Shirt: Proenza Schouler, Abstract-Print Sweatshirt, NM + Target [$29.99, available here and here]
Pants: Artist Crop Jean in 'Bright Indigo Destroy,' American Eagle Outfitters [were $49.50, available here]
Shoes: Plain Clog with Leather Collar (High Heel) with Natural Base and Smooth Black Leather, c/o Sven Clogs [$225, available here]
Bag: Rocco Duffel Bag in Black with Pale Gold Hardware, Alexander Wang [$895, available here]
Jewelry: Ladies Classic Museum Watch 0604229, Movado [was $595, available here]; Expandable Wire Bangle, Alex and Ani; Renegade Cluster Bracelet, Stella & Dot, c/o Katie Cramer, Independent Stylist for Stella & Dot [$59, available here]; Tiara Diamond Band in White Gold, Ice [$475, available here], Thin Gold Band with Bezel Set Diamond, Jennifer Meyer [$175, available here]
Nails: Essie 'Sand Tropez'
{things i wore} ballet shoes
I've never before attempted to take outfit shots after nightfall. I'm going to blame Columbus Circle for the idea–it's just so glitteringly alive even after the sky's turned dark. I'd spent this day wearing my new–and amazing–pair of Linge Ballet Shoes. Super comfortable with soft leather inside and out, they're compact enough to travel well (a feature I love). The last time I had anything to do with ballet I was well under ten years old and five feet tall, but that doesn't mean I can't appreciate the attention to detail Linge Shoes (their name refers to the lines of the dancer's body) puts into their flats: how cute is that tiny–and completely functional–bow?
Plus I'm happy to announce that Linge Shoes has been generous enough to offer a pair of their flats to one of you…yay! Check back later for all the details on how to enter to win!
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Shirt: Gray Tee, Banana Republic [old]
Jacket: "Severt" Twill Anorak Jacket in Olive, Jack by BB Dakota [$82, available here]
Skirt: Delight Maxi Skirt in Black, MICHAEL Michael Kors [no longer available online]
Shoes: Ballet Shoe in Black, c/o Linge Shoes [$59, available here]
Bag: Rocco Duffel Bag in Black with Pale Gold Hardware, Alexander Wang [$895, available here]
Jewelry: Assorted Bangles, Alex and Ani; 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]; Stella & Dot, c/o Katie Cramer, Independent Stylist for Stella & Dot [$59, available here]; Fauna Shark Tooth Wood Bead Stretch Bracelet in Black CZ, c/o Kevia [$75, available here]
Nails: Essie 'Licorice'
{things i wore} slashed-back shirt
It's silly, but I just love it when I craft an outfit that can transition from day to night just through the swapping of some accessories. This weekend I started out by wearing this look with flats and one of my favorite shoppers–Hayden Harnett's Welles Hobo in 'Dusk' (last seen here)–and then switched to a pair of heeled sandals and a clutch for the rest of the evening. With its spectacular neon color, this shirt is so much fun to wear–plus from the front it is hard to suspect its slashed-back detailing.
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Shirt: Chiffon-Overlay Top in 'Dragonfruit," Sofia by Sofia Vergara [was $25, available here]
Pants: Artist Crop Jean in "Bright Indigo Destroy," American Eagle Outfitters [$49.50, 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: Stella & Dot, c/o Katie Cramer, Independent Stylist for Stella & Dot [$59, available here]; Green and Pink Beaded Expandable Wire Bracelets, Alex and Ani; Evil Eye Bracelet in Teal [no longer available]; Leather Bangle Bracelet in 'Minty Green,' c/o Amy Fine Design [$30, available here]; Gold Plated Erilo Bangle, Amrita Singh [was $40, available here]
{things i wore} chambray button-down shirt
I can still remember when I saw this Chambray shirt in Target a few years ago. I was so hesitant to buy it. Were people really wearing jean-colored shirts again? How exactly would I style it to avoid a matchy denim suit-type look? In the end I told myself there was no better place to get a trendy piece than Target because my wallet wouldn't take too much of a hit if I eventually regretted the purchase. Of course now it's one of my favorite button-downs–it always seems to add a bit of relaxed contrast to dressier skirts or pants.
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Skirt: Chiffon Maxi Skirt in Taupe, h.i.p. [was $42, available here]
Shirt: Chambray Button-Down in "Moon Shine Wash," Mossimo Supply Co. for Target [no longer available]
Bag: Fringe Leather Wander Tote, Spool No. 72 [$158.00, available here]
Shoes: Chantal Sandals in 'Cuoio,' Luxury Rebel [$130, available here]
Jewelry: Renegade Cluster Bracelet, Stella & Dot, c/o Katie Cramer, Independent Stylist for Stella & Dot [$59, available here]; Leather Bangle Bracelet in 'Minty Green,' c/o Amy Fine Design [$30, available here]; Silver Expandable Wire Bangle, Alex and Ani; Studded Leather Bracelet, Banana Republic [old]
Nails: "Park Avenue," N.Y.C. Color
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