fall 2012
December 10, 2012
Inspirational Monday: Knit Season
J.Crew j crew sweater / Marc by Marc Jacobs boatneck shirt, $375 / Pull&Bear jersey top, $29 / Acne cable sweater / H&M cable sweater, $24
Sweater: J.Crew
Jeans: BDG c/o Urban Outfitters
Socks: Urban Outfitters
Do you have a go to cozy sweater?
November 7, 2012
Weekend Wear: The Girl in the Red Tights
Jacket: Elie Tahari
Dress: Apart
Tights: no name
Jacket: Joe Fresh
photos taken by Brian Cavanaugh
Saturday the fiance and I took some donation goods over to the Red Hook Initiative (which is an organization that works with youths in the neighborhood to keep them off the streets) for victims of Sandy in this area. It was heart warming to see how many people were there to volunteer their time or donate goods. It took a lot in me not to tear up, to see people online to get hot food, to stock up on goods...it was just the reality that was hard to take in.
I really love Brooklyn. It's just has the community feel and it makes me proud to be apart of it. A lot of restaurants and businesses in the Carroll Gardens and Cobble Hill area have been doing small drives for Sandy victims. Even residents in these hoods have taken to the streets to hold drives. One of our favorite bar/restaurant, Brooklyn Buschenschank, wins with their fundraising efforts for the Red Hook Initiative, bring in one can -- get a free beer! Then Sunday morning as we were doing our usual grocery shopping our favorite desert place, Farmacy, had an outdoors band planning for donations for the Rockaways!
I hope everyone had a great weekend!
October 31, 2012
Outfit Post: Having a J.Crew Moment
Shirt: Zara
Jeans: Forever21
Shoes: Aldo
Bag: Urban Expressions c/o baghaus.com
pictures taken by Brian Cavanaugh
When I put together this look I couldn't help but feel a little like I popped out of the J.Crew catalogue. Even though I don't have a single J.Crew thing on-- I just mean with all the candy colored fall colors that I have going on I feel a little J.Crew-esque. I even felt like I could climb into one of the beautiful fall leafed trees by our near by park and camouflage into them. Fall is definitely here.
PS HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Hope everyone has a happy and safe one!
October 15, 2012
New this Fall-- Lodinatt Two Level Suede Bag
Sweater: T by Alexander Wang (find here)
Pants: Zara (old)
Shoes: Target (old)
Bag: c/o Lodinatt
Ring: BirdHouse Jewelry (from the Brooklyn Flea Market)
Sunglasses: Tobi.com
pictures taken by Brian Cavanaugh
This fall I'm all about chunky sweaters and the burgundy color. Both the sweater and the bag are brand new additions to my closet. The sweater was a birthday gift from the boyfriend and the bag was courtesy of Lodinatt. When Lodinatt asked me to do another review I couldn't pass up on the opportunity, especially when it's a bag in a color that I've been obsessing over and in suede. Much like their last bag I did a review on (which you can read here) it has the two part sectional for shoes or any other goodies. But unlike the last bag this bag has more of a structure to it and the separate compartment is more hidden. I love that what looks like a front pocket really is the separate section for shoes or camera or anything else you might need to bring along. Plus, the structure is more sturdy, which gives a bag a more grown up feel. This bag is great for the everyday woman (or man) who is on the go. There is enough room to store your shoes and whatever else one would need. On this particular day I carried along my shoes and my lunch, along with my everyday essentials: make-up case, iPhone, iPod, keys, and wallet. The Lodinatt bag comes in perfect timing for fall/winter when I tote around most of my shoes (opting for winter boots when outside). Plus, the color is perfect for this fall! It goes with everything quite easily.
What do you think about Lodinatt's new Two Level Suede Bag?
September 26, 2012
How to Wear a Camo Jacket Two Ways
Cap sleeve dress / T By Alexander Wang jersey t shirt / American Eagle Outfitters / Pointed toe shoes / Zara slingback shoes / Warehouse party bag / Zara zip bag / Geneva wrap around watch / Men's Camouflage Shirt Jackets
The Weekender:
The weekend is all about the casual and cozy pieces. And nothing is more casual then pairing up a camo jacket with your basic skinny jeans and a slouchy shirt. Remember when picking out a camo jacket you want to go with something bigger but bigger doesn't mean bulky. Trim down the bulk by going a size up in a woman's jacket, unless you find the camo jacket hangs loose on you. If you are doing a menswear jacket, like this Old Navy Camoflouge Shirt Jacket ($30), try to look for a size that hangs loosely on you without bulk. You want to be able to find yourself in the jacket, you just want to give your look a little hint of masculinity. Pair the rest of your look with feminine pieces like a detailed flat and your favorite hand bag.
Jacket: Old Navy Camoflouge Shirt Jacket (men's section)
Shirt: T by Alexander Wang
Jeans: American Eagle
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell
Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Sunglasses: Brooklyn Flea
Sunglasses: Brooklyn Flea
Jacket: Old Navy Camoflouge Shirt Jacket (men's section)
Dress: New York and Company (old)
Shoes: Dolce Vita
Bag: c/o R&Em
Dress: New York and Company (old)
Shoes: Dolce Vita
Bag: c/o R&Em
Watch: American Eagle
Bracelet: c/o Cameo Nouveau
photos taken by Brian Cavanaugh
August 29, 2012
From Summer to Fall: Transitional Dresses
As the weather in NYC gets cooler and as we get closer to Fashion Week I can't help but start to wear my clothing that helps transit into fall. I love dresses that have a three quater length sleeve. This helps you stay warm during the chilly mornings/nights of the late summer days into the early fall days. These dresses are the perfect dresses to take you from day to night. The Mango printed loose-fit tunic dress is not only a great deal ($59.99) but the perfect dress to take you from day to work. The length and print is perfect for work and can easily be paired with a blazer and pumps. The little key hole cut out adds a hint of sex of appeal without being overly sexy. It'll keep you warm during the chilly nights and paired up with a gold clutch will take you to cocktail hour. If your willing to splurge the J.Crew striped silk sift dress ($290) is the dress that can not only only transition within the seasons but within your everyday wardrobe. J.Crew's dress is fun and can be dressed up or dressed down. Pair it with a pair of high heels and a blazer for the office or pair it with a jean jacket and sneakers for strolling through the farmers market. A dress like J.Crew's is what we call a investment pieces, and it's totally worth investing in. For a more fun and flirty look play around in polka dots and a shorter hem dress, like the ASOS skater dress ($42.58). ASOS dress is perfect for lunch dates or shopping dates with friends. It's a playful piece that you can pair with knee high or over the knee socks.
How I Pulled This Look Off:
Last week the weather in NYC was much cooler then it has been all summer. It was nice to have those low 80s to high 70 degree days. Even if everyday there was a call for possible rain. I don't mind the break from high 80s to 90 degree weather. I wore my new Kensie dress to work and then out to dinner for my boyfriend's birthday dinner. I love that this dress is super casual and is light enough to still wear during the "cooler" summer days. It's a dress that can be taken into fall with a simple pair of tights underneath but for now I'll continue to wear it loose and without tights.
Dress: c/o Kensiesie
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell (old)
Bag: c/o Remi & Emmy
Bracelets: Forever21 and c/o Satya Jewelry
Rings: Banana Republic
Shoes: Jeffrey Campbell (old)
Bag: c/o Remi & Emmy
Bracelets: Forever21 and c/o Satya Jewelry
Rings: Banana Republic
photos taken by Brian Cavanaugh
Do you have any favorite transitional dresses?
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