line pairings
Thursday, August 24
I don't know Barbara Santiago, pictured here, but we are of the same stripe! The Lisbon-based designer and I share a deep fondness for striped everything as well as lining them up with more stripes and other graphic prints. Like me, she sources the best ones from Kule, particularly the long-sleeve tees and the knits. However, she inspires me with her creative pairings such as the striped boxers (also these) with a billowy Doen blouse, below, or with more feminine maxi skirts (this slit Zara, this vegan leather Cinq a Sept, and the one, above). Lately, she's been mixing in neutral Alohas shoes for a more subdued fall look (see here), and I'm going to follow suit!
fall orientation
Wednesday, August 23
The school morning rush hour rushed back into my life this morning. But not to worry: I'm all ready in this back-to-work statement.
1. Sebline silk blouse, $380, netaporter.com
2. 7 for All Mankind jeans, $228, mytheresa.com
3. Sacai jacket, $1295, bergdorfgoodman.com
4. Brinker & Eliza bracelet, $118, shopbop.com
5. Kate Spade loafers, $248, neimanmarcus.com
pearl jam
Wednesday, August 23
My newest obsession: a bauble that blings 24/7 but in a million different ways from one day (or hour) to the next! Sequin's hand-crafted convertible pearl necklace can be worn long, choker-length or lariat-style; with or without clip-on charms; layered or on its own; dressed up or down and so on! See some of the ways I've been styling mine here! Honestly, I took a million pics because the looks are endless and all infinitely cool. P.S. I wear the statement clip-on charms with other necklaces, too, including the 22-carat gold-plated link initial necklace, pictured! P.P.S. Everything is under $300, and you can save 20% sitewide with the code LECATCH20
just for kicks
Tuesday, August 22
The last stretch of August is anchored in a kick-back-and-relax wardrobe--along with a kick-things-up dress or three to take into early fall. Some terrific options to take out for a spin: the elegant maxi, above, by Damaris Bailey and the off-the-shoulder Paris Georgia mini, worn by Sara Loura, below. Also highly desirable: this Toteme (which my friend wore last night and crushed it!), Sacai, Sandro, and Beaufille.
fine lines
Tuesday, August 22
Stripes and denim add up to a cool anorak-like look--and a hard-working fall layering piece.
1. Claude Pierlot striped denim shirt, $275, selfridges.com
2. Nili Lotan denim shorts, $350, netaporter.com
3. Aire sunglasses, $49, shopbop.com
4. Paco Rabanne chain bracelet, $405, mytheresa.com
5. Chloe raffia bag, $750, neimanmarcus.com
6. Saint Laurent slingbacks, $895, mytheresa.com
fall must-buy
Monday, August 21
Credit Miuccia Prada for making Miu Miu's grey hoodie fall's must-have layering staple, but look to Zara for making one (in neoprene!) that feels nearly as plush yet doesn't blow your budget! Get it here for $69 before it goes!
monday blues
Monday, August 21
You could dazzle in Khaite's studded denim--or in this jacket for a lot less this fall!
1. H&M bow dress, $119, hm.com
2. River Island jean jacket, $139, riverisland.com
3. Cult Gaia cocktail ring, $198, shopbop.com
4. Staud boots, $495, netaporter.com
bits and bobs
Friday, August 18
So many discoveries this week, so little time to post! Hence, this mixed bag of finds, starting with the statement-making $98 pearl camisole above, to be worn under a blazer, cardigan or button-down and over a slip dress or t-shirt or tank top. (Note: I'd reverse the button styling, above, and keep the bottom ones fastened and the ones on top open.) Fall's must-have shoe, the Mary Jane, comes in various iterations, but the Aeyde leather version, immediately below, reigns above the rest. Fashion insiders are obsessed with High Sport's kick-flare pants, second pic down, for its legging-like comfort yet polished panache. I want one in every color! Looking for a head-turning winter coat that's so good it almost doesn't matter what you wear underneath? Check out the fringed maxi below from By Malene Birger. I love La Ligne's take on the classic (and mandatory) white button down, striking with its scalloped edge--so cute! Lastly, I scooped up Amanu's white lace-up sandals (a riff on The Row!) and plan to wear over and over and over again! Happy Weekend!
dark denim days
Friday, August 18
Fulfilling fall's dark-denim dictate with this lovely!
1. Aligne denim dress, $205, aligne.com
2. Ascona chunky hoop earrings, $11, amazon.com
3. See by Chloe bag, $490, shopbop.com
4. Khaite boots, $1450, mytheresa.com