endless sandals
Friday, July 7
The way I see it: investing in a pair of leather flip flops now yields deep-into-fall-wearing returns. The Row's minimal leather sandals set the (OG) standard, elegant in their simplicity, enduring in their versatility, but the ones by Massimo Dutti, above, also fit the bill, along with these from Toteme and J.Crew (on sale for $15!). I intend to wear mine post Labor Day with other soon-to-be fall staples, such as a leather skirt and an oversized blazer.
trouser time
Thursday, July 6
Think of loose-fitting white trousers as a refreshing stand-in for quotidian white jeans. Equally versatile, laid-back, and comfortable, the trouser is, IMHO, exceedingly more elegant and modern. German designer Viktoria Rader, pictured here, is practically living in them this summer, rotating various iterations that range from crisp and pleated to pull-on and sheer. I love them all, for both work and play. I specifically adore these versions from Anine Bing (true perfection), The Reformation, Frankie Shop, Velvet, Topshop, and COS.
Photos: vikyandthekid
24/7 summer
Thursday, July 6
Looks like I'll be savoring summer's long days and balmy nights in a few new dresses I just scooped on sale at 24S, including the vivid Ulla Johnson, above, as well as this lovely! You can also get 15% off just-in pre-fall looks with the code Summer15 (with a purchase of $300 or more/some brands excluded). On my wish list: these Isabel Marant boots, these lace-up sandals by The Row, this Self-Portrait sequined jacket, and these Miu Miu jeans. Shop it all here through the end of July.
back to the ballet
Wednesday, July 5
Paris' shoe du jour--the ballet flat--is stepping out everywhere during Couture Week with looks both basic and big time. My all-time favorite is by Porte and Paire, available in a slew of cute colors, followed by Everlane. I also adore this spot-on sequin one from Zara!
full bloom
Wednesday, July 5
Short and oh so sweet!
1. Sandro dress, $310, sandro-paris.com
2. Maison Irem earring, $450, shopbop.com
3. Tory Burch wicker bag, $598, toryburch.com
4. The Row sandals, $1070, mytheresa.com
style subscription
Friday, June 30
The Vogue girls are suiting up in statement tops for the long holiday weekend--and inspiring me to subscribe! Madeline Fass opts for a sexy Proenza Schouler bodysuit, above, with low-waist trousers, while Lisa Aiken works a crochet blouse by The Row. Find me Satuday-Tuesday in these tops by Phillip Lim, Endless Rose, Andrea Iyama, and Topshop. Happy 4th!
take a bow
Friday, June 30
Not yet in stores but already on its way to me!
1. H&M dress, $99, hm.com
2. Le Specs sunglasses, $65, shopbop.com
3. Anissa Kermiche ring, $1405, netaporter.com
4. Longchamp fishnet bag, $120, longchamp.com
5. Jimmy Choo flats, $750, netaporter.com
back on top
Thursday, June 29
I felt the sting of Topshop's demise all over again when I was in London last week, missing what felt like bank robbery raids on its Oxford Circus flagship. But now that I'm back stateside, I just discovered a loot of new Topshop dresses at Nordstrom that remind me why I was once such a hard-core devotee. The cut-out flowy dress, above, is the essence of effortless summer style (there's also a floral print version). Same goes for the black and white maxi and lace long-sleeved lovely, below, which I'd wear without the slip and over a suit!
prada nada
Thursday, June 29
This skirt has a sleek Prada vibe--but not the hefty price!
1. Cos tank top, $22, cos.com
2. Ganni skirt, $225, netaporter.com
3. Missoma earrings, $136, shopbop.com
4. Poolside Bags conch clutch, $295, shopbop.com
5. Zara sandals, $59, zara.com