It was 107 degrees when I ordered this jacket online on Monday. Yes I do need my head examined but I always plan ahead so when I see a great piece, I get it before it sells out! Shawl collars are so pretty and feminine and I just hope it looks as good in real life as it does in the photos, on the very thin model. I don't buy much faux fur but really liked the style of this one. I think part of the reason I'm in love with it is because my grandmother has something exactly like this from the 60s (except hers was real fur). I love pieces that evoke nostalgic memories. Mine is one of my grandmother with her fur, pearls and a delicate cigarette holder in hand as she left for a mahjong game. Not that I'll smoke but that image will be forever in my mind as the ultimate glamour!
Alice + Olivia Masha Faux Fur Jacket for $396
Ladies, let me make something clear: you do NOT have to be a new bride to snap up this nifty and unique Lanvin piece. Alber Elbaz, who not too long ago designed an engagement ring for Van Cleef & Arpels and, more recently, launched a Lanvin bridal line, clearly has matrimony on his mind. With that, he's created what he calls a "honeymoon suitcase"--a white glazed canvas case with silver-tone hardware, wood handle, clip fastenings, fuchsia printed lining and printed honeymoon accessories. Talk about a fab wedding present! The multicolored printed accessories included with the case include a printed cotton tote bag with grosgrain handles, pompom-embellished raffia flip flops that come in one size and a large printed pareo that's both versatile and stylish. Note: the white bikini in the shot is not included, but available separately at Net-a-porter.
Lanvin Suitcase Honeymoon Set for $740
It has come to my attention that I have become way too colorful. A friend blamed it on Texas but I say it's old age. There was a time that I'd only wear black/white/gray, but as I look in my closet right now, it's like someone threw up rainbow sherbert in it. Not that I'm going to stop wearing color (cuz god knows I love me a good pink dress) but I need more black to bring me back to my east coast sensibilities! And no one does black better than the Queen of 7th Avenue, Donna Karan. I'm thinking a good coat, pair of leggings and versatile top will be perfect foundation pieces and I can always incorporate color in as I please (obsessed with deep bloody red). Loving the options I found above (can I just say again how much I love my job? I shopped all weekend and called it work!):
Donna Karan Organza Tweed Jacket ($2,495) If there is anything I've learned throughout the years it's to invest in a one good coat each season. You can throw on anything underneath and look impeccably dressed.
Donna Karan Stretch-Jersey Leggings ($495) Forget Spanx, have you tried DK's jersey leggings? I love them with boots, sooooo chic!
Donna Karan Melange Stretch-Jersey Top ($750) This is a piece I can wear as is or with a belt. I can do a fitted belt or one slung low on the hip over leggings. Can it please get cold already? I'm buying my Fall wardrobe like a maniac and it's 100 degrees here!
I'm sure most of you have, like me, had a bad day and gone shopping to get yourself out of your funk. In those kinds of cases I tend to gravitate towards lingerie, because the damage isn't as steep (though depending on where you go, that sadly is not always the case!). On a recent mood-boosting shopping trip I tried on the Stripe-band cotton bra from VPL. I love the under as outerwear feel of the piece and I hope Labor Day Weekend is warm enough that I can wear this and show off the bright strap underneath something semi-sheer!
What do you think about VPL's undergarments? Do you buy them to show them off under sheer garments?
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Get The Most Out Of Your Fringe With These Lower Lash Mascaras at TheFind!
The design of this ring at Jewel Snob is pure genius.
See H&M's Autumn 2010 Collection, Piece by Piece at FabSugar!
Platforms are front and center this season at Shoe Snob!
Jimmy Choo x UGG - First Look at Nitrolicious.
The proportions of this bag at Bag Snob, with the little top handle, is as precise as it is chic.
Recessionista Blog shows you how to Get Bachelorette Ali's Summer Dress for Only $14!
This Star Wars watch could be just the thing to finally interest your tot in learning to tell time at Tot Snob.
Beauty Snob has the best product you will buy this season!
Yesterday I wrote about my wonderful experience at MAC scooping up Jil Sander pieces, but that wasn't all I got. Among my other purchases was a teal dress from designer Sara Shepherd. I wasn't familiar with this designer and I was excited to buy something in San Fran that I would actually NOT be able to get in NYC! The British designer is a Central St. Martin graduate (the famed school where Stella McCartney, Alexander McQueen, and John Galliano all studied), and worked with a number of designers, including Jeremy Scott, before branching out on her own.
The dress I bought isn't on her website, but Livia Firth wore it to the premier of A Single Man and if you check-out the video here, you can see her wearing it :-) As of yet Sara Shepherd is only available in California, but if you're interested in anything from the line contact info@sarashepherd.com - ask about the teal dress! It was originally $488, but I got it half off.
Maybe it's because I live in New York City, but I like it when my girl friends wear stylish dresses seemingly inspired by artistic smocks. The whole art-cum-fashion trend was a huge hit several seasons ago--Thakoon, Dolce & Gabbana, Dior--but I say if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Cacharel is a brand I haven't heard mentioned in quite some time--and that is just one of many reasons why I endorse this short sleeve crewneck dress with its chic folded front panels. The brushed pattern of the fully-lined dress creates sheen to the fabric with its crinkled appearance. And for the finishing touch? A red zipper at the top shoulders will match the soles of your Louboutins!
$825, available at www.lagarconne.com
My best buys however were no doubt the seven S/S 2010 Jil Sander pieces I bought - all of which were marked down so much I'm on a natural high just thinking about them! Unfortunately MAC is old school and doesn't do e-commerce, but you can still scoop up the fabulous pieces I bought, on sale, on Jil Sander's website. My fave piece is the 3/4 length dress which I also got in black; this is the dress that opened the S/S 2010 runway show (not the best pic, but that's me wearing it below!). I also got this dress, this skirt, this skirt, and two tops, one white and one black, that match the dress below.
Everything from S/S 2010 is on sale, I highly recommend checking-out some of the pieces. The craftsmanship, fabric, and timeless feel of these looks are euphoria inducing:-)
Michael told me that he can't find old Michael Kors clothes at vintage stores because the shop owners said that people actually wear his clothes. In fact, they wear them and wear them until they are threadbare but yet they still can't part with them! That's kind of how I feel about all my MK dresses, not only does Michael design fabulously chic clothes, they're super comfortable, too! Like this Grecian inspired draped jersey dress, I feel sexy just looking at it. If you fear draping because it might render you shapeless, Michael solves the problem with a waist cinching belt. Come to think of it, most of his dresses come with belts cuz Michael wants you to look gorgeous without thinking too much about it.
Michael Kors Crepe-Jersey Draped Dress for $1,795
