The Beach Girls

All this mild winter weather has just made me overlook every sweater in my wardrobe for the past 4 weeks.  I'm ready for summer, not even spring, and I'm not afraid to show it.  I've already started my bikini hunt and stumbled upon the cutest things EVER. Bustier tops, high waist bottoms...practically a man's worst nightmare. For me? Heaven.

via Madewell (my love) images 1 & 2

Orange Nails

No time for blogging, but I couldn't help but send an S.O.S. for this nail color name.  Does anyone know?  xx

J.Crew Fall 2011

This collection exemplifies all the things I believe in.  Hello, animals, stripes, poppy colors, and pretty pants!

Inspiration: The Great Gatsby!  May need a re-read to refresh my memory...

Cube Mate

Kind of obsessing over this Rubik Bracelet at Maryam Nassir Zadeh.  Not only is it super cute, but I would imagine it would help distract you during a very boring business meeting.  Hooray!  And, if you can't lay down $368 for it, there's always the original:

Redonk

Made to order: holy cow.

CHL

That Dress!

Blake Lively, I have no words.

photo Refinery29

Cloak Me Up

Snuggie-esque, but 5x cooler (and 10x more $$$). Probably not as warm, but still, who needs warmth when you look this adorable?

Lindsey Thornburg

Save The Date: December 19

 

Can you guess which store will be selling this rad look?  When you figure it out, you might pee your pants in excitement.

via nitrolicious

So Pretty It Hurts: Juliette Hogan

I think it's apparent why Juliette Hogan named her Winter 2010 collection, "So Pretty It Hurts".  Honestly, I know a couple of people who would do illegal things for these pieces.

Full collection here.

Earring in the Holidays

I recently visited Pipa for the first time after many warranted recommendations.  The spanish-influenced tapas not only lived up to my expectations, but the place ultimately won me over because of the ambiance.  They probably could've served plain old pizza and I would've been just as smitten for those chandeliers!  Now that I'm gearing up for some serious holiday dress-up, I can't wait to find me a sweet pair of earrings, totally inspired by those sparkling beauties hanging from the ceiling.

earrings by Erickson Beamon, photo by New York Magazine

Kiss of Red

I was debating whether or not to wear red lips today...and I think these two just made my mind up for me.

photos jak+jil

Girls Gone Wild

Honestly, if you want a girl to buy a dress, just put a baby leopard in the photo.

Smooches for Fall

 

^ Proenza Schouler Exclusive PS1 Wallet
# Miu Miu Plaid Flannel Bag

A. OK by Oak

Thinking that this pretty turban will need to be in my wardrobe...like right now.

Always A Classy Gal

How stinkin' cute is Olivia Palermo with her short, straight hair? She. Is. Always. On. Top. Of. Her. Game.

photo by wayne tippetts / street style aesthetic

Alice+Olivia x Shopbop Fall 2010 G-G-G-Giveaway!

In honor of Alice+Olivia's MBFW show today, I thought, "hey, why don't we do a sweet GIVEAWAY"!?  We're slowly inching towards fall and my favorite Shopbop picks are making me want to snuggle up in front of my computer wrapped in my faux fur jacket.  This time of year gets me more than ready for soft, elegant, glittery, golden, and yummy fall things.  What fall things are you wishing for right now?

From top left: + Chris Faux Fur Vest, # Izzy Cascade Cardigan with Fur Collar, % Luiza Embellished Jacket, ^ Sequin Mini Skirt (P.S. it's 50% off! See more Alice+Olivia on sale)

Since my wallet has sent me powerful signals that I've done my fair share of fall shopping within the past month, I'd like to extend the chance for all of YOU to win a $100 Shopbop gift card.  In order to enter, all you have to do is:

1. Leave a comment telling me the one thing you're most excited to wear for fall (note: it doesn't have to be new or trendy--it could be your mom's old leather backpack or your boyfriend's giant sweatshirt!).

2. Make sure I have a way of contacting you!  Be sure that your profile isn't blocked, or if it is, email me your email (easy as pie).

3. BIG BONUS BALLOT (not required for entry): RETWEET and link back to this post.

Official Rules.  There aren't many.
Winner will be chosen at random on September 23, 2010 at 9 PM EDT.  One entry per person unless you participate in the "big bonus ballot"!  Sorry, Pennsylvania bloggers are not permitted to enter.

P.S. I didn't feature any Alice+Olivia dresses, BUT the $100 gift card could come in pretty handy for this dainty one!

Vogue September 2010 editorial photos via fashionindie

Is Vogue Nippon for Real?

How many things could one editorial possibly have? Pow-wow feathers, giant cape, sky-high blue pumps, and a bike basket! Very well-played.

via tfs; photographed by Tommy Ton and styled by Aurora Sansone

The Tomboy Touch

Oh, hi, bow ties and baseball tees.

$ Paper Poplin Workshirt, + Burnout Baseball Tee, # Buffalo Check Boy Shirt, all the pretty clothes via j.crew

The White Dress, By Calvin Klein

Confederacy is selling Cher's white Calvin Klein dress (minus the sheer jacket).  Someone pinch me.

via InStyle

The Replacements

On Saturday, I took a little break from NYC and headed to Annapolis for a friend's annual raft-tie.  It was an amazing day of sun and sand bar fun, but my prettiest, perfectly white bikini was rudely ruined by the south river muck.  Do you know how hard it is to find a great bathing suit?  On the hunt and steering clear of white...

Transverse Bikini and Rosy Bikini from Anthropologie