Lace Skirts Fall/Winter

I love using the element of lace to transition from fall to winter. During the indian summer days, I'll wear a lace skirt with bare legs dressing it up with a tie-neck blouse. For the cooler evening & late fall days, I'll pair with sheer tights to add warmth. Lace skirts will never go out of style, invest in one below!

A Shade Of Passion Skirt 34.99

Dragon Lace Skirt $150

Ted Baker Lace Skirt $99.99

Fall Must-Haves

These items are holding a permanent place on my Fall wishlist. I already have a few ideas brewing...The Vince sweater I'm planning a homecoming ensemble around. Aviators / skinny jeans / cognac boots. Alexander Wang silk blouse + black ankle trousers & killer pumps. Madewell cropped trench + ankle boots.  DvF turtleneck poncho, that color is to die for.  Old navy vest (can you believe it?! & so inexpensive!) + boyfriend jeans. ASOS dress, herringbone tights & riding boots. 

Vince sweater | Alexander Wang blouse | Madewell trench 

DvF poncho | Old Navy vest | ASOS dress

Under $100

More from (hopefully) a steady series of style finds under $100

Dip dye throw | cross-body bag | knit blazer | two tone boots

Drew Barrymore For Neiman Marcus

Never one to be a huge fan of Drew Barrymore, (something about the black lipstick she wore in her teens turned me off) I was challenged in my opinions of her when I opened Vanity Fair & saw her ad campaign for Neiman Marcus.  This girl, worked.the.camera.  Is this the same girl that starred in E.T. & Along Came Polly? Hardly. I think I would die, or sell my soul (at minimum) for the emerald Emilio Pucci dress.

via Neiman Marcus blog

Girl Crush(es): MK & Ashley Olsen

Weird? Sure. Eccentric? Spot on. Undeniably fashion forward? Absolutely.  The Olsen twins are NYC's version of a unicorn...well, two unicorns.  We know they are out there, rarely coming out of their hiding, & always dressed to kill.  I would die to go shopping with one + or both for a day.  Just one day.

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Under $100

Every girl loves a good inexpensive find. Promise to post more of these in the weeks to come!

Envelope Clutch | Green Loafers | Tassel Earrings | Bangles

Guest Post

Today I'm over Paper Garland putting together a fool-proof flawless Fall look. Don't forget to bookmark Paper Garland or add it to your google reader, you'll love Paloma just as much as I do!
P.S. Doesn't this picture get you so excited for cooler temps & less humidity?

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[Current Obsessions]

Current obsessions:

wedges | love me knot | toggle bracelet | bag

Primary Colors

Tis the season to add some color into your wardrobe. Classic pants in a bold color deliver a modern twist, while a green pointy wedge peeping out from underneath a hemline can add just the right amount of surprise.

blue | yellow | green | red

Date Night

I love this outfit for a date night, with just the right amount of dazzle. 

sequin top | earrings | boots | denim

All About The Draping

Draping can elongate a woman's body, hide troublesome areas, create shape in otherwise boxy areas, & add a little detail to an otherwise simple look. I used to feel the same way about rouching, but rouching seems to have taken over the sides of every article of clothing. I want more draping in my life ...or closet.

1. Paige Draped Wrap Skirt 2. Wrap Effect Silk Georgette Jumpsuit 3. Alexander Wang Wrap Sweater Dress

I wish I could express my delight when I found the silk georgette jumpsuit (middle).  I don't think one can ever have too many rompers & jumpsuits.  Because I can't help myself, I have to post one more look for this jumpsuit.  Perfect for fall & even on the chilliest evening - a blazer would look amazing over this.

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Seasonal Beginnings

NYFW is right around the corner, Pumpkin Spice lattes are on their way into Starbucks, riding boots, blazers, layers of scarves & tees, fall is almost here. What are you most looking forward to for the fall season?

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Cape Style

No, this post is not about Cape Cod in all of it's preppy gloriousness, but rather on the undeniable return of the cape & poncho for Fall.  Warm, cozy, & best of all - suited for skinny jeans & riding boots.  I love the chunky knits & would totally wear any of these on a November day strolling the streets of Portsmouth, NH (plus you all know I'd do anything to squeeze something ombre into my wardrobe)!

Anthropologie Poncho $128

Tahari Capelet $148

Olivaceous Dip Dye Poncho $49

Chain Knit Kimono $100

VMA Fashion Wins

I was definitely entertained by last nights' VMA's. JayZ + Kanye's performance, Beyonce's baby bump, & Chris Brown's unbelievable dance moves.  Unfortunately I wasn't too impressed with the red (black) carpet looks. Beyonce was best dressed (& glowing!) in Lanvin, while I've never seen Selena Gomez look better. Who were your picks for the night?

Winning looks:
Love love love the color -wish she did more with her hair.

Just the right amount of detail & leg while remaining age appropriate.

 Pretty sure Taylor Lautner would look dapper wearing a potato sack.

 Foster The People - all so handsome.

 Demi Lovato - just a liiiiitle too boob-a-licious, but overall I like the dress.  Maybe she should've gone up half a size?

 Kim K in a gunmetal floor length backless gown.  Love.

 Tyler Hoechlin I may have added because he is a total babe.  TOTAL babe.  I think I'm in love??

Zoe Saldana in Barbara Bui. Boy does she need a cheeseburger. Do love the dress though!

 Maria Menounos in Amanada Wakeley. I love the double straps, but not sold on the large zipper down the front.

 Louise Roe in Tibi

photos via MTV

Alexander Wang

Another post about Alexander Wang - I just couldn't help myself. I want everything, & had a very hard time telling myself no when I stopped into his Soho boutique.  The bags have fresh twists on classic looks & you already know how I feel about his newest shoe collection.

{Emile Tote $975}

{Georgie $495}

{Ayemline $575}

{Caroline $525}

{Devere Shoulder Bag $855}

Kate Moss' Nuptials

Images shot for Vogue by Mario Testino

Amazing right??