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I can't get over how perfect literally every look coming out of Jenni Kayne's Spring Ready to Wear 2012 collection is. I want to re-do my entire wardrobe with just these pieces! Images courtesy of http://nymag.com/fashion/fashionshows/designers/bios/jennikayne

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Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday! I spent mine with the family, blissfully gorging. My mom, as usual, prepared enough food to feed about 50 people. In the meantime, I've resumed my hunt for the perfect black leather jacket as the one I've been wearing for the last three years went mysteriously missing during our last apartment move. Some potential picks: Michael Kors 'Moto' jacket. I like

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Hoping everyone out there is having a happy, safe, and joy-filled holiday season! Image courtesy of http://www.momastore.org

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Check out this great video of Scott Schuman (aka The Sartorialist) as he photographs stylish Tokyo dwellers. I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to travel to Tokyo back in 2007 and it's one of my favorite cities. Watching this video took me right back to what it felt to walk the streets there, the wonderful people watching, and this terrific energy in the air. Video courtesy of

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  Images courtesy of fashionvibe-blog.blogspot.com, songofstyle.blogspot.com, iwantbigcloset.tumblr.com

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We'll need to take a trip to Mexico within the next couple of months to check out some potential wedding destinations in person before making a decision. While I'm feeling a little frantic with the prospect of planning a wedding and starting a new job within the next month looming large, as a travel addict, I'm always thrilled with the prospect of taking another trip. Here's some of the summery

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Snazzy design idea...grouping together sections of pebble-shaped mirrors for a real home statement piece. Image courtesy of http://jokamfamily.com/the-%E2%80%9Cpebbles%E2%80%9D-wall-decor

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Just snagged Antoninette Portis' ridiculously adorable children's book, Not A Box, for my soon-to-arrive niece. How cute is this bunny? Image courtesy of Barnes and Noble

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With the holiday season comes sales, sales, sales! I've spotted a number of new items I wouldn't mind scooping up. At Tory Burch's sale selection, the accessories were mainly what caught my attention. Louisa Messenger Bag Blaire mid-heel boot  Robinson iPad sleeve  Brigitte cosmetic case Scoop also yielded a selection of enviable tops, shoes and loungewear at marked-down

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Images courtesy of http://www.fashionologie.com

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  When I do wear color, I tend to wear more blue than pink, and when I do wear pink it's usually an incredibly pale, blush pink/peach shade. However, looking at how amazing Camilla Belle, Naomi Watts and Demi Moore look in their hot pink Marchesa frocks, I'm starting to want to jump on the hot pink bandwagon! Images courtesy of Marchesa

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I've begun some casual forays in to wedding dress shopping, stopping in to a few appointments. It is FUN, absurdly, ridiculously fun, even for a girl who never thought she would be so "into" weddings or wedding dresses, such as myself. Trying on all of these delicate, fairy-like gowns feels like absolute luxury, and I'm so excited for the time when I can buckle down and look for dresses for real,

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Love the bright pops of color on these Julia Kostreva notebooks! Images courtesy of Julia Kostreva

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Our family celebrates Christmas, and though we're by no means frantically in to the holidays like some families I've seen in the neighborhood (decorating their entire home from rooftop to garden), we still try to keep to the tradition of giving gifts and keeping presents a surprise.  More importantly, it always feels like a lovely time to slow down, stop, step away from the crazy pace of NYC life

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I've blogged about my love for affordable, yet on-trend British retailer ASOS in the past, and two years later, I'm still constantly spotting things I love on this site. Spotted via the wonderful Glitter Guide's blog, I'm also loving this turquoise bow top. How adorable would this look with skinny white jeans, a sharp blazer, satchel bag and pumps? Image courtesy of ASOS

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Amazing statement necklaces from Parisian jewelry designer Shourouk Rhaiem. Not quite sure how wearable these babies are, but they're certainly gorgeous to look at! Images courtesy of http://knstrct.com

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I would have never thought hot, neon pink lipstick could look so fresh and pretty! Would you dare? Image courtesy of http://theglitterguide.tumblr.com

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I love jewelry and have an ever-expanding collection. While I was never one for accessories growing up, something happened in late teens and now into my twenties I have drawers overflowing with baubles of all kinds, from the delicate gold chains to large, oversize statement pieces. Right now I've noticed an array of delicate, incredibly pretty pieces being written about and posted around the

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How amazingly perfect are these gloves by Madewell for winter? This is one of those things where you never even think about it, and then when you see an item, you can't believe you didn't think of inventing it first! The long, to-the-elbow ribbing protects arms in the winter without being as stiff or cumbersome as long leather gloves, while the leather glove portion retains the sleek look.

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Peter Som Spring 2012 RTW collection. Images courtesy of http://nymag.com

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Have you ever been in one of those weird, indescribable funks? I've been pretty cranky this week and am guessing worry over starting a new job soon, planning a wedding, and some pretty big changes in my family dynamic are main contributing factors. The gray, cold weather we've been having, with temps sticking in the 30's and 40's the past few days here in NYC, certainly hasn't been helping. I've

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Lovely, sparkly gown from Elie Saab's Spring 2012 RTW collection. Just looking at it makes me feel like throwing a cocktail party! Image courtesy of http://weddingsiluv.tumblr.com/

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There's something so fun and uplifting about staring and gold and glittery objects, especially as the weather turns cold and gray here in New York. Gold accents are such a great way to add a dash of pretty to even the most mundane of daily objects. Some of the recent gold-splashed faves that I've spotted online:   From top to bottom: Gold zigzag tray by upintheairsomewhere;

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I'm so amazed by these incredibly beautiful book covers; they're works of art unto themselves! From top to bottom: Allegra Hicks: An Eye for Design; Painting Abstraction: New Dimensions In Abstract Painting; Heat Waves in a Swamp: The Paintings of Charles Burchfield Images courtesy of http://www.anthropologie.com

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Loving absolutely everything about this collection by By Zoé. Pretty much EXACTLY how I would love to dress every day: elegant, sexy, comfortable, simple. Must...buy...everything! Images courtesy of http://mag.weareselecters.com/2011/11/by-zoe-fallwinter-201112 

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How incredibly adorable are these polka dot Christmas stockings? Sold by Etsy seller maze and vale, I love how they buck the traditional reindeer, snowman, Christmas Santa imagery... Image courtesy of maze and vale on etsy

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For most brides-to-be, I'm assuming the last adjective that we want to hear our dress described as is 'budget'. The word budget used to bring all sorts of connotations that you least want associated with your gown..poor design, poorly constructed, and tacky. Lately, I've been pleasantly surprised to see an array of gorgeous gowns hitting the market in really realistic price points. All of the

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Today's blog find of the day is the adorable K for Kani, a blog documenting the stylish and quirky musings of a Melbourne-based Marketing and Law student. Kani has a great, unique sense of style, blending vintage and contemporary pieces for looks that are fun, memorable and girlish. Check her work out on http://www.kisforkani.com.  Images courtesy of http://www.kisforkani.com

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Though I'm not particularly knowledgeable about either field, I've always loved both art and architecture. Some of my favorite exhibitions are those that bring the two fields together, such as functional buildings that stand as works of art in their own right. Thus, I love the new Bloomberg Pavilion erected in front of the Museum of  Contemporary Art in Tokyo. While serving as a structure, it

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I'd snap up this navy doctor's bag by Ernest Alexander... Image courtesy of http://www.ernestalexander.com

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I love how much drama these Burberry gowns convey, all while maintaining very simple, clean, elegant silhouettes. What's not to love? Images courtesy of http://www.bloginity.com/2011/12/burberry-prorsum-pre-fall-2012/

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All the ingredients for perfect, French girl-inspired style. Image courtesy of http://fridaynightsaturdaymourning.tumblr.com/post/13554344967

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It's unbelievable to me that the holidays are already upon us. Where does the time go? I think the adage goes that as a child, you constantly wish that time to speed up; yet as an adult, you keep hoping time will slow down. Time-speed issues aside, I'd love to scoop up a slew of super-basic, super wearable items this holiday season, like this mohair J. Crew Wynter sweater. Wearable with

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Image courtesy of http://pinterest.com/pin/128634133076410425/

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If you have a moment, check out the hilarious yet chic and cool Nerd Boyfriend blog. Gift picks featured on the site and spot-on and it's total eye candy for those of us who live with, love or just plain are nerds... Image courtesy of Nerd Boyfriend

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Making your exit as memorable as your entrance, I love the dramatic slit in the back of this simple white blouse... Image courtesy of http://pinterest.com/pin/128634133076417423/

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Glamorous, glittery gals from the Marchesa Resort 2012 collection...   Images courtesy of Vogue.com

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Overt at the glitter guide, an entire Fedora style guide: Image courtesy of the glitter guide

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One of the fun parts of being newly engaged? Looking at dresses, of course! While not intended as a traditional wedding dress, this flowing number by designer Tatyana Merenyuk would make a beautiful bridal gown. Other looks I love from her Reddoll collection: Images courtesy of http://reddollbytm.com

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I have written about my love for Steven Alan in the past and how I've been stalking the sample sales at the Steven Alan Tribeca location since I was about 13. I adore everything sold at the store and this ridiculously cute striped dress, which sadly seems to be sold out, is no exception. Image courtesy of Steven Alan

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'Kamilla' silk cut-out dress by Rachel Gilbert. Absolutely stunning; the back looks like a cross between a spider's web and a piece of architecture. Image courtesy of Net-a-Porter

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With the holidays coming up, store shelves and online stockists and overflowing with nifty gift items. Since I'm trying to watch my spending (I know, shocking) more than I have in recent years, I've been on the lookout for pretty, thoughtful gifts that don't break the bank. Some items I've spotted that would make lovely gifts: For her: 1. Tiniest gold letter necklace, simple and delicate enough

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How gorgeous are these sheer, delicate creations by designer Manuela Deck? I love how these looks manage to be so feminine and pretty, yet minimalist all at the same time. Her collections feature some of the prettiest frocks I've seen this season. Image courtesy of http://www.manueladack.com

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I've been lusting after a pair of black riding boots tipped in camel or brown for a while now. This pair by Etienne Aigner would be the perfect finish for a fall/winter outfit... Image courtesy of http://www.zappos.com/

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I have a little niece on the way and as a shopaholic, have been 100% obsessed with scooping up every adorable baby item I see. This buffalo check girl's coat from J. Crew is too cute to pass up and the perfect winter wrapper for a future fashionista in training... Image courtesy of http://www.jcrew.com/

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D. and I just returned from a week and a half trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, and despite the (somewhat) frigid temps here, I'm still dreaming of the beach. This Diane Von Furstenburg 'Ashley' jumper would be the perfect beach cover-up, and I love the perkiness of the cloud print! Something to cheer you up on this cloudy Wednesday morning... Image courtesy of http://www.dvf.com

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This wedding gown by Tadashi Shoji is a complete stunner and a dress fit for a fairytale queen. Image courtesy of http://ruffledblog.com/galleries/vintage-mountain-wedding/?nggpage=2&pid=24840

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Barbara Casasola's flowing gowns are princess-like, yet retain a modern edge. Stunning!

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So many things I want for summer! Among them, these absolutely adorable tomato-red wedges by Marais USA. Espadrille Wedge in Tomato, by Marais USA. Photo courtesy of Marais USA

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I recently discovered ShopRuche, an adorable online boutique that offers vintage-inspired fashions at shockingly affordable prices. I literally did a double take each time I saw the listed price for each item; most of their tops clock in at under $40 and even under $30, and many of their shoes, under $70. From top: Chelsea Crew Hofstra oxfords, Bold as Love print skirt, Topped with a Bow Gray

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Such a nifty and pretty way to snazz up a room; wall decals by Blank Canvas Designs on etsy. Photo courtesy of Blank Canvas Designs

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I've been in love with all things Steven Alan since I was about 13 and my sister first took me to one of their infamous NYC sample sales, hosted at their store in Tribeca. The store's well-curated selection is a mix of gamine-slash-tomboyish, city girl style. Years later, it's still one of my favorite places to shop and I would pretty buy everything in sight there, if I didn't care about things

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I don't know what it is with stripes lately (maybe because they're everywhere), but I suddenly want to buy every sailor-style, striped sweater I see! How cute would this Brooks Brothers Boys sweater be with some crisp little white shorts? Photo courtesy of Brooks Brothers

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What I would love to be doing this summer instead of days at the office... Photo source: http://notetosarah.tumblr.com

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Palm Shade Loafers by Miss L. Fire... Photo courtesy of Anthropolgie

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Love this Vince 7 Days of Style Guide on Shopbop's website...exactly the way I would love to dress every day: clean, elegant, and effortless! Photo courtesy of Shopbop

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Loving this delicate gold bracelet; the perfect accessory to floaty dresses, and delicate tops and shorts for summer! Bellissima bracelet, available at elephantine. Photo courtesy of elephantine at etsy

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Ridiculously cool men's looks from InAisce Fall/Winter 2011...would love to see a women's version made of these cool jackets! Photos courtesy of http://abhfya.com/fuckingyoung/inaisce-fallwinter-2011/

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Love these red jeans, currently at Need Supply; a co-worker and I were just talking the other day about how cute red pants/jeans are when paired with something really clean and simple, like a white button down or tee, and a crisp blazer. There's something strangely appealing about this canvas and leather bag; there's a loose, hippie-ish quality that would make it a great bag to tote around in

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Love the look of this Madewell Woodcheck Boyshirt... Photo courtesy of Madewell

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I spotted these A. Marinelli sandals recently and love them! They would be the perfect way to add some pop to a neutral-toned summer outfit...can't you imagine wearing these with a crisp white tee and a mini, or a sundress? A Marinelli women's 'double' sandals, available at Zappos. Photos courtesy of Zappos

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I was in elementary school the last time I actively wore Keds, but now I find myself craving several of their styles! They're absolutely adorable, and comfy to boot...great for a weekend running around, when you don't want to wear something too fussy to finish off an outfit. I love these three styles and snagged a pair of the Champion Saddle sneakers for myself yesterday in black and white.

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Adorable striped backpacks from Poketo...wouldn't these be perfect for bringing along during a day trip or spring picnic? Striped fleece backpacks, available at Poketo. Photos courtesy of Poketo

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I just discovered EmersonMade and am obsessed with every single look! I now want to re-do my entire wardrobe. Sigh.Photos courtesy of EmersonMade

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I love perusing interior designer Kelly Wearstler's blog for her design ideas and the pure visual overload: check it out here!Photos courtesy of My Vibe My Life

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These amazing Daily Riding Pants by Brooklyn-based Outlier have been all the rage on the blogosphere for the last two days, and I can see why! They're ridiculously sexy AND comfortable- looking to boot, a hard combination to beat. I desperately want a pair despite the fact that the last time I stepped on a bike was when I was 6.Daily Riding Pants, available at Outlier.Photo courtesy of Outlier

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While a little bit of retail therapy never hurt anyone, I recently spotted a site where consumers can feel genuinely good about purchases.Altruette features sweet charms, bracelets and necklaces, and 50% of the net profits from each sale go to different nonprofit organizations.I love organizations that dream up innovative, fun ways to engage the public AND support a good cause, and the charms are

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A member of the team over at Atrium, a well known shopping spot based in downtown-NYC (I used to buy my winter coats there every year), recently brought it to my attention that their founders have launched a new line, Improvd.I checked out their site and loved several of the dresses I spotted, particularly the pale, silky, lush-looking 'Dante' number (pictured above). Perfect for dinner and a

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I love Kate Spade's paper goods, and own a little, Filofax-style daily planner I picked up from their shop in Union Square. The durability of such goods is a question (my planner started to break after only a few months, while a Filofax my sister gave me is still going strong almost TEN years later), but everything is so adorable that it's hard to resist!Check out the 'Spade' series above;

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New York has been stuck in a week-long stretch of wet, dreary weather; for every day of sunshine it feels like there's about a WEEK of rain! Ugh! Like many, I crave sun and warmth, so the weather lately has been a total downer. Maybe that's why I've seen a sharp up-tick in my shopping-cravings!Speaking of shopping cravings, I would love to scoop up this Rebecca Minkoff bag (pictured above). I

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Winter will soon be giving way to spring, and accordingly, spring trenches are popping up in all the stores. I belatedly spotted the Hinsdale trench by BB Dakota and absolutely adore it; alas, it's sold out in my size everywhere! With its slightly puffed sleeves and fitted, cinched-belt silhouette, it strikes the perfect balance between ladylike polish and military-edgy.It's probably a good thing

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On my spring wish list are the 'Marci' sandals by Dolce Vita. My love of neutrals is well documented on this blog, and I love the current 'greige' craze (hues falling somewhere between nude and gray).These sandals have a great, easy-to-wear-everyday tone, and are eye catching without being overwhelming...some of the current, in vogue 'gladiator' and 'bondage' footwear styles are so intricate and

couturiettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12329400586787093148noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2349267979578333800.post-30661211634911573992011-02-26T21:39:00.001-05:002011-02-26T21:41:11.929-05:00

J. Crew is currently featuring an additional 30% off on sale items, so now is a great time to score some of their ladylike yet on-trend staples...Image courtesy of www.jcrew.com

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Love this whole look; adorable schoolgirl chic dress, capped off by a structured bag.Image courtesy of http://fuckyeahfashionn.tumblr.com/

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Image courtesy of http://yooooogurt.tumblr.com

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I'm usually not one for floral items, but I like this look; despite the flowered print of the dress, it stays vaguely urban and edgy by the addition of black tights, booties, a cinched belt and studded clutch....Image courtesy of http://yooooogurt.tumblr.com

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More adorable jackets and coats! This sweet shrunken blazer reminds me of something a sailor would wear (a very cute sailor).Image courtesy of http://blazersandjackets.tumblr.com

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Love this fall/early winter look; a cozy navy peacoat, jeans, a slouchy bag and booties...Image courtesy of http://yooooogurt.tumblr.com

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Though not usually a huge fan of either Juicy Couture or houndstooth, I find the line's 'Malia' messenger bag (pictured above) absolutely adorable. With a bright red winter coat, a mini, tights and some schoolgirl-ish booties, it would make for the perfect, ladylike-yet-girlish outfit.Juicy Couture 'Brogue Houndstooth Malia' Messenger Bag, at Revolve Clothing.Image courtesy of Revolve Clothing

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Absolutely love, love, love this slinky, wrapped skirt.Image courtesy of http://weheartit.com/entry/5082264

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Loving the collection from emerging handbag designer Laura Vela..Images courtesy of http://lauravela.com

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Image courtesy of http://thoughtsteenager.blogspot.com/

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I've always like the red-lips-uber pale skin look; there's something about it that screams film noir, glamorous 30's screen starlet. Despite the fact that my natural complexion is somewhere between pasty and chalk white, I've never tried for the look, preferring instead to slather myself in bronzer. A slew of pretty, pale-skin-red-lips looks hitting the runways and the press has made me re-think

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Gray has always been a staple of mind, so I was pleasantly surprised to hear that this season, gray is the new black. Whether you add a dash of the hue as a sweatshirt, tuck a bit of gray under a dress as tights, or shimmy into a slinky gray gown, it seems this fall, we're crazed for gray...Images courtesy of http://weheartit.com

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Gorgeous imagery straight out of a Victorian fairy tale...Image courtesy of http://weheartit.com

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Absolutely adorable, old-world, little lady shoes for the modern day....Image courtesy of http://weheartit.com

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Though I can't imagine actually wearing these, strangely captivated by them...Image courtesy of http://weheartit.com

couturiettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12329400586787093148noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2349267979578333800.post-16831438959071373312010-08-19T18:29:00.002-04:002010-08-19T18:33:04.471-04:00

I usually shy away from color, but I'm absolutely loving this lavender Narciso Rodriguez number. So perfect for a New York date night!Narciso Rodriguez silk crepe open-back dress, at the Outnet.com.*Photo courtesy of the Outnet

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I've been going through a weird, vaguely-nautical-navy stripes craze for a couple of months now and this BB Dakota tee is a perfect example of why. When done properly, stripes can be a great way to add a clean, crisp finish to your look. There's also a strangely whimsical and girlish quality about a striped top like this one that I absolutely adore...maybe because it's vaguely reminiscent of a

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Usually, 'crochet' is the last thing I think of when I muse over items cute and sexy, but I'm drooling over this adorable Abstract Crochet Tank by, of course, Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent. I love the Twelfth Street line and would happily snag every piece if I could.Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent tank, at Shop Bop.*Photos courtesy of Shopbop

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Too cute! Striped canvas wedges by Mini for Many.*Photos courtesy of Mini for Many

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Stunning custom decorations by Luren Jenison...*Photo courtesy of Luren Jenison

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French connection Silk Stitch clutch, $138.00.*Photo courtesy of French Connection

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I just got a new job, and while I'm definitely excited for the change, I also got the sense that the dress code of my new organization will be a bit more formal than that of my previous one. Accordingly, I've been on the hunt for work-appropriate wear that's crisp, understated and stylish; no mean feat! Images of my pics are posted above; details are listed below. 1. Kate Spade Cammie pump,

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Adorable red suede peep-toe pumps, great for spring. Plus, they cost less than a meal out in Manhattan! $15.99 at Ami Clubwear. *Photos courtesy of Amiclubwear

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It's hard to believe, but yesterday, walking around, I could actually taste the first hint of spring in the air! New York City in the spring is unbeatable and I can't wait.Accordingly, it's time to start pulling out warm-weather footwear and sandals are already popping out in the stores. My pick: Pour La Victoire's Erika sandal, $220.00 at Piperlime.*Photos courtesy of Piperlime

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As much as I love shopping (those who know me will fervently attest to this), I'm still frequently shocked by the prices of most items in the store. Conversations with a few different friends over the past weeks had me thinking...even for a shopaholic, how much is style really worth?It feels utterly ridiculous to pay $200 for, say, a basic top, and for those women not in possession of a large

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Drawstring bags are everywhere this season. From the all out artsy to rocker chic, with a few prim and proper renditions thrown in for good measure, drawstring and pull-tie bags are spilling off the shelves.A few of my picks, from left to right: ASOS Ri2K Leather Drawstring Bag, $105.98, Armani Exchange Roma Pintuck Drawstring Bag, $98.00, Lena Erziak Drawstring Chain Bucket Bag, $352.00.*Photos

couturiettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12329400586787093148noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2349267979578333800.post-81571672646553147592010-03-05T10:03:00.003-05:002010-03-05T10:16:00.921-05:00

AKIRA is a cute boutique in Chicago with surprisingly reasonable prices. I stumbled upon their well-organized online shop through a link from notcouture, to which I'm totally addicted.Above are just three of the great spring looks I've cherry-picked from online boutique.From top to bottom:1. Gathered Sexy Dress2. Floral Print Ruffle Dress3. Zipper Detail HalterAll from AKIRA.*Photos courtesy of

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Apparently Alexa Chung's doing a line for Madewell? Trying to segue from TV personality to designer, I suppose.In any case, based on the teaser photos Madewell posted on Facebook, the line looks quite cute, if a bit too scruffy-Williamsburg-y for my tastes...*Photos courtesy of Madewell

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