Even though I am yet to own any real leather in my closet, I am still loving my faux leather looks even during the summer. Yes, the typical summer trends say "go for the florals", "wear your pastels", I say bring the fall looks into the summer for a great twist of wardrobe!
Considering I currently live in south Florida and it is hotter than hell here, I skip the leather jacket and go for the leather skirt or top. To tie in that bright summer feeling, break out those bright accessories. If you have read my blog, (I know it has been a while), you may know I like to mix in the price ranges and give you all sorts of options. So here is some looks you can shop for when looking for leather during these hot summer months:
1. Topshop "I Never Liked You Anyway" Tee by Tee & Cake - $38 Available Here 2. Theory Stilla Leather and Stretch-Jersey Wrap Skirt - $415 Available Here 3. Zara Party Bag - $79.90 Available Here 4. Aquazzura Amazon Elaphe Sandals - $795 Available Here 5. Rimmel London Kate Moss Collection #110 - $4.99 Available at Target or most drug stores
So it's literally raining cats and dogs outside today. So why not do some blog catch up. More importantly its a perfect Sunday for a Sunday Wishes post.
Just to set the tone listen to this while you read the post. My song for the week:
Lucy Rose - All I've Got
This actually ended up looking like a complete outfit without me even intending to do so. However these are all individual items that I've had my eye on. Working in a department store could possibly be the hardest thing for a die hard shopper like me. Obviously some of these items are more on my dream wishlist rather than a realistic one, but a diva can dream too right?
Trend: Lately I have had my eye on the white/black trend. Wearing all white has turned into a sexy trend all year round and I love it. Mixing the two into a monochromatic scheme is genius as well.
Colors to Watch: White, black, oxblood, navy, grey
1. Smashbox Be Legendary Lipstick in Plum Scene $19 - Love the plum lip. Wear it with a dark color scheme to add to the gothic tone or wear with a white to give yourself a pop of color. I usually am in love with YSL lipsticks but this Smashbox color is to great to pass up for $19!
2. Salvatore Ferragamo Sookie Large Leather Shopper $1590 - I was working in the handbag department at Nordstrom on Saturday and couldn't stop touching this bag. The leather is to die for with its silky feel. Maybe one day a bag like this can be mine <3<3<3
3. Open Layer Rings on Need Supply Co. $12 - I love dainty gold rings lately. The more on one hand the better... and the more on one finger even better! Of course at this price you have to be careful about turning your finger green :/
4. For Love and Lemons' Ricketts Dress on Need Supply Co. $225 - I've been eyeing this dress for a while now and I seriously need it. It's a great white dress to have for a lot of different occasions with its versatility to dress it up or down.
5. Movado 'Large Bold' Watch $650 - So I work with watches all day at Nordstrom and we got this watch in again and I LOVE it. I rarely feel the need to get a watch because it's an annoying investment but this one is just so perfect. I maybe have tried it on a thousand times already too bad its like one of paychecks...
6. Converse Chuck Taylor White High Top Sneakers $49 - Basically I think every needs a pair of good sneakers to wear around. Everyone seems to be into those Superga sneakers but I still would like to just own the trusty white high tops by Chuck Taylor.
7.Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Illuminating $43 - Again another perk at working in a department store is that you get all the fun makeup samples. When using this sample I fell in love and decided I needed to get the full bottle. Its great for skin that has been exposed to a lot of sun like mine its good for covering up those dark spots and giving me the radiance I want.
8. L. Erickson 'Atelier' Enamel Cuff Ponytail Holder $22 - I came across this on the Harper's Bazaar website (which I spend way too much time on) and thought it would be a great product to use considering how much I wearing my hair in a low ponytail. I love the sleek straight low ponytail you see a lot on runways, which is what I try to go for. This gives it a more contemporary look rather then a "I just didn't feel like doing my hair today" look.
Ashley and Mary Kate Olsen are known for their eclectic style. One day it could be a layered bohemian inspired outfit the next you could seem them in spiked heels with skinny jeans and a leather jacket. Throughout my many years of following their style, there is one thing I have come to notice and it's that they can do magical things with a simple white tee.
Their website stylemint.com is where their tee imagination was able to come to life and I think it is pure genius. Even in the past couple years you have been able to see the simple tee being adapted to contemporary designers. Here is a list of some great contemporary brands to invest in a white tee from (costing anywhere from about $50 to $130):
Where I live its not too cold and not too hot. So this always leaves me with the same question when I step inside my closet to get dressed; what the hell do I wear? Whether its going out to dinner or going out for a couple drinks I want to be appropriately dressed for the weather. I put this outfit together based on one of my favorite fashion idols, the one and only Rihanna. I love her sexy, edgy look and I think it's a perfect for a fall look. Bustier tops have been in for a while but adding a good pair of leather trousers makes the outfit all the more trendy. A covered heel with a peep toe add to the edgy style and give into the weather. When it comes to accessories add some fun colors; you can never go wrong with a playful lip and nail color.
1. Roccoco Lace Bralet from Topshop - $50 2. High Rise Leather Pants By Malene Birger (can be found on net-a-porter.com) - $895 3. Studded Suede Clutch from Topshop - $76 4. Cleopatra in New York by Deborah Lippmann (limited editon) - $18 5. Yves Saint Laurent 31 Rose Fusian - $32 6. GRAPHITE Peep Toe Heel from Topshop - $130
With fall clothing moving into the stores it's hard to remember its still summer. In Florida it's reaching almost 100 degrees everyday, so I'm still looking for shorts and tees. This outfit is trying to incorporate the different trends arising. From the gilded age to the crazy prints this outfit is nothing short of perfect for me. I love the colorful, sequined shorts and crazy, spiked bracelets matched with a classy blouse and purse!
1. Topshop Cropped Front Pleat Shirt - $60 2. Topshop Calypso Embellished Shorts - $120 3. Tory Burch Robinson Shoulder Bag from Net-A-Porter - $350 4. Topshop Spike Prism Stretch Pack - $30 5. Lanvin Leather Ballet Flats from Net-A-Porter - $570 6. Deborah Lippmann Lady is a Tramp - $16
During London’s Autumn/Winter 2012 fashion week, Olivia Palermo showed up at Topshop’s show looking trend fabulous. She rocked an Armani jacket with a yellow blouse and floral pants, both from Topshop. She accessorized with Mulberry animal printed shoes, a Meli Melo “Olivia” bag and a BCBG Max Azria belt. As a fashion innovator Olivia really pulled together a daring but amazing outfit that might be hard to match. I found myself an outfit that is similar to hers but with a touch of my style:
Yes my hair is awful, and I didn't do my makeup yet but whatever... This outfit I would wear to happy hour or a nice lunch or dinner. If I changed the shoes it would definitely be just a cute outfit for any activity for the day.
1) Teal Blouse from Urban Outfitters - $29
2) Citizens of Humanity jean high waisted shorts - I got them for $99 on sale
3) Forever 21 belt - Came with a pair of shorts... so free?
4) YinYang Steve Madden wedges - I got them for $80 but now there on sale -_-
