mean and green
Tuesday, November 15
Somehow, inexplicably, counter to every fashion impulse I've ever had before, I covet this green leather tote bag. It's look-at-me loud and seemingly difficult to pull off. It comes across as a one-season wonder. It's green! But then check out how it takes this basic all-black outfit and makes it cooler, better, distinctly of-the-moment. Imagine this bag with head to toe denim, or a white maxi dress, or even a camel coat. I'm convinced: it's fantastic. It's Balenciaga, of course, and I may just have to get one.
floralfest
Monday, November 14
I tried on this floral blouse at Zara when I was in New York last week and couldn't decide whether it was cute or crazy. Yes, it's super trendy (blooms will be big again this spring), and most likely I will wear it only a couple of times--justifiable at $49--but it's also undeniably fun and bright. What do you think?
sleek tee
Monday, November 14
It's fantastically glamorous and downright comfortable--genius, really.
Wear it with this...
1. Topshop metallic tee, $120, topshop.com
2. Isabel Marant skinny leg pants, $475, barneys.com
3. Madewell bangle, $7, madewell.com
4. Kelly Wearstler pleated clutch, $850, kellywearstler.com
instant get
Friday, November 11
I had a delicious lunch at Forage in Silverlake with LA-based bag designer and fashion bellwether Clare Vivier the other day and she was wearing these incredible boots with red jeans and a silk beige button-down. She could not have looked more chic. I thought to myself: I have a great pair of red pants and a silk beige button-down, so I can recreate this outfit and look chic, too. But I don't have the boots! They're very much like the cultish Isabel Marant ankle "Dicker" booties, but sparkly (read: refreshingly original). I love the juxtaposition of the glittery backside and the subdued beige suede. They're seasonless, versatile, statement-y: perfection.
silver collar
Friday, November 11
Punch up a lived-in t-shirt or a navy crew neck sweater with this stunner.
Wear it with this...
1. Topshop collar necklace, $28, topshop.com
2. Current/Elliot skinny cord, $279, mytheresa.com
3. Mango t-shirt, $60, mango.com
4. Clare Vivier messenger bag, $365, communitycollection.com
5. Belle by Sigerson Morrison flats, $235, madewell.com
leopard jacquard chicness
Thursday, November 10
Photo: British Vogue
I was en route from London to Capri when I came across this picture of J. Crew President and Creative Director Jenna Lyons in British Vogue. Clearly, the girl oozes style, manifest here in her lemon yellow sofa, graphic Moroccan rug--and leopard print pants! As soon as I returned to New York, I emailed my personal shopper at J. Crew in Santa Monica (his name is Chad and he is very helpful, FYI) and asked him to pre-order those pants for me. He did and told me they'd ship around mid-November. Turns out they hit Netaporter.com today and sold out within hours. Guess I am not the only one obsessed. But at least I know I will get a pair! Pre-order yours today before they're all gone. Check them out in all their glory.
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.