sweet and floral
Thursday, November 10
A vibrant yet sensible day dress that's very Miu Miu '40s-romantic.
Wear it with this...
1. Miss Selfridge oriental sleeved dress, $62, missselfridge.com
2. House of Harlow leather stud earrings, $32, charmandchain.com
3. Calypso spike minaudiere, $250, calypsostbarth.com
4. Barneys cut-out bootie, $425, barneys.com
P.S. I think the black accessories are important because they help toughen up the dress (i.e., so it doesn't look so matronly.) My twin sister, who has a more downtown sensibility, thinks mannish brogues would be perfect with this dress. Try these.
blue suede shoes
Wednesday, November 9
photo: thelocals.dk
I never knew I needed blue suede pumps until I came across this girl. She makes me want to run out and buy a pair this very minute. Of all things! I like how they give her outfit an exclamation point. I just wonder: could I pull them off? I think I can, I think I can, I think I can...
gypsy jacket
Wednesday, November 9
There's something Proenza-tribal-jet-setter-chic about this blazer. Non?
Wear it with this...
1. Warehouse embellished jacket, $116, warehouse.co.uk
2. Adam silk georgette tank, $180, netaporter.com
3. Topshop tinsel stripe trousers, $220, topshop.com
4. Clare Vivier pochette, $235, communitycollection.com
*P.S. I'd wear pointy patent black stilettos with this to offset the gypsy factor/up the modern vibe
coming soon to h&m
Tuesday, November 8
I visited H&M's showroom last week to see the upcoming collections. In short, it's all good: minimally chic, bold pops of color, clean lines, and, of course, giddily affordable. The ombre fur jacket is already in stores (I snapped one up and yesterday my twin sister bought one too--not knowing that I had one. Funny!). The metallic sweatshirt is sleek and amazing; it should hit stores this week or next. I will be on the lookout.
jump into this
Tuesday, November 8
I saw a picture of a gorgeous New York socialite partying in Paris wearing a jumpsuit like this and it made me want one. Badly.
Wear it with this...
1. J.Crew silk jumpsuit, $425, netaporter.com
2. Nars Heat Wave lipstick, $24, outblush.com
3. Alexis Bittar Chrysophase earrings, $195, charmandchain.com
4. Michael Kors Triple-buckle Sandal, $695, michaelkors.com
cozy jumper
Monday, November 7
I bought this knubby woven tunic for $79(!) at Zara last Tuesday and have worn it almost every day since. It's super cozy, thoroughly Chanel-spirited, and endlessly versatile. I brought it in my carry-on to New York last week, wore it to the office, where it got rave reviews. Even when I was walking around in Soho, people stopped me to ask where I bought it. Zara, baby.
so clutch
Monday, November 7
Pastel beading. Missoni-ish print. Roomy enough for your cell and whatnot. What more can you ask for?
Wear it with this...
1. Accessorize metallic ikat beaded clutch, $58, accessorize-usa.com
2. L'Agence foil pleated dress, $395, barneys.com
3. Christian Louboutin velvet T-strap pumps, $805, mytheresa.com
4. Hand-made embroidered earrings, $290, charmandchain.com
color fest
Wednesday, November 2
I am totally inspired by this vivid outfit from Madewell. I love the bright on bright jewel tones and how the camel coat neutralizes (i.e., reigns in) the crazy combo. The animal print boots I'd skip. A black stiletto or even a black ballet flat would be more up my alley. Speaking of Madewell, my sister and I were photographed for its winter catalog, due out any day now. We wore amazingly luscious knits: Coco in a long fitted gray sweater dress, reminiscent of the Benetton styles back in the mid-80s, and I sported a comfy, slightly oversized waffle knit jumper. As soon as the catalog's out, I will post the pics.
lighten up
Tuesday, November 1
Fun, bright, outfit-making. Check, check and check.
Wear it with this...
1. Tom Binns neon Swarovski crystal earrings, $220, kirnazabete.com
2. Loose knit sweater, $80, topshop.com
3. Woven chain bracelets, $270, charmandchain.com
4. Nine West patent leather pump, $89, endless.com
5. Etro ikat print cropped trousers, $595, netaporter.com
loafer love
Tuesday, November 1
The perfect foil to your favorite jeans, or say, a pair of mustard trousers, or even a feminine print dress. So many possibilities.
Wear it with this...
1. Acne wool-crepe top, $480, netaporter.com
2. Topshop oxblood flannel trousers, $85, topshop.com
3. Lela Rose for Payless tassel loafers, $45, payless.com
4. Proenza Schouler PS1 Keep All, $1585, lagarconne.com