FURRRRY WINTER

It's going to be one furrrrrry winter! What other way to bundle up than a great fur (faux) jacket? I understand the controversy of people wearing real fur, but I strongly believe in people having the right to wear whatever they want. Myself on the other hand, do love a fantastic faux fur and it's one of my obsessions. Yes, yes, I know I'm obsessed with many different things (shoes, jackets, leather, the list just goes on). So, for me to use the word "obsessed" is a tad much, but I'm only proving a point of how insanely over the top obsessed I am. 

I live in Southern California, so wearing a fur coat makes absolutely NO sense, but why does fashion have to make sense right? It's an expression of who you are or who you want to be that day. If a fur coat molds into my personality and style for that particular day, I mean gosh darnit I'm going to wear it! And with confidence, may I add! While I ignore the head turns and stares. 

I know I just had the whole shhhhpeal of wearing what you want condfidently, but at the same time make sure that outfit you got makes sense even though it's your fashion right to not make any sense, makes sense? 

I'm saying, stick to your winter and summers separately, don't mix a summer skirt that's clearly borderline for the beach and pair it with a fur coat. Oh no! No! No! No! That's a quadruple times over type of NO!

These ladies have the right idea and it's an inspiration for you to rock your fur for winter with WINTER clothes!

Here are some fantastic fur (real & faux) for you to shop:

REAL:
Meteo by Yves Salmon fur coat
Meteo by Yves Salmon fox fur jacket
Marc Jacobs Dusty Rose Fur And Silk Bolero
Hockley Fox Fur Protea Jacket
Matthew Williamson Fox Fur and Rex Jacket
Isabel Marant Aileen Fur Jacket
Dolce Vita Luxor Rabbit Fur Jacket

FAUX:
Juicy Couture Blonde Striped Faux Fur Jacket (on sale!)
Nasty Gal In The Mood Faux Fur Coat
Alice + Olivia Alita Oversized Shawl Collar Faux Fur Coat
Line & Dot Marabou Faux Fur Jacket

MENS FOOTWEAR ON THE LADIES

I do love me a great pair of shoes, and I love it even MORE if it's comfortable with an intense level of chicness! It's a complete win-win situation. These photos are presented to inspire us for the upcoming season, even though the photo of Nicole Richie was in St. Tropez last month she rocked those Saint Laurent shoes like it was winter! I think these bad boys are going to be my go-to shoes this fall. Rolled up skinnies and comfortable footwear is something to bow down to and thank the fashion gods (that's right, you heard me!) . Like I said, it's a definite win-win! 

Here are some great shoes to shop for the chilly season:

Duccio Venturi Double monk strap leather brogues

Rupert Sanderson Zohra leather loafers

Alexander Wang Ingrid Oxford (ON SALE!)

Paul Smith loafer

Saint Laurent Bi-colour perforated brogues (on Nicole Richie)

All Black 'Cool Joe' loafer

Opening Ceremony Oxford embossed leather brogues
Zara Leather ankle boot with buckles

THE LEATHER MOTO

One of the best things you could own in your closet is a great leather motorcycle jacket. It's an easy way to create edge to your feminine or causal outfit. You could be dressed up or dressed down and pair it with a leather bad boy and you're instantly chic (just like that).

If you don't have one yet, definitely invest in one because it's going to be one of your go to pieces this fall/winter. It's the quintessential jacket this upcoming season, so it's absolutely crucial to not only own one, but to find the particular leather jacket to fit your personality and style. It's equivalent to having the quintessential bikini for summer, it's extremely important. So get ready to bundle up with your leather baby (or soon to be)!

Here are leather jackets with a variety of styles and prices:

Balenciaga Leather jacket

Acne Mape leather jacket

Theyskens' Theory 'Jiker' biker jacket

Zara leather jacket 

Zara motorcycle jacket with zips

Zara faux leather jacket

Bernardo Asymmetrical Leather Moto Jacket

Topshop 'Wylde' Faux Leather Biker Jacket

POWER DRESSING

 

Stylist Magazine: "Power Dressing"

Photographs taken by Zoltan Tombor

Back in winter of 2012, photographer Zoltan Tombor shot photos of the gorgeous Maud Le Fort during Paris Fashion Week. Tombor captured a fashion story inspired by street style looks for their editorial spread. 

Even though this spread is from last year, I decided to bring it back to inspire us for fall/winter. It's right around the corner and I realize that it's still summer and it's still blistering hot outside, but it's better to start early and be prepared. Great prints and vibrant colors embodies a fantastic way to create a twist for the upcoming season. This is a great inspiration for your next shopping trip! 

ZARA - MAN

Ph: Zara

Zara's campaign screams fall/winter with great style and sophistication. The shots were taken in black & white, which creates a great vibe for the campaign. The coats on the models look perfect and it brings the look together. I love a great coat and these are absolutely fantastic. Not only are these great for guys, but for girls as well and  you can dress it up (with great slacks, button up, and tie) or dress it down (with jeans and t-shirt). These coats are essential for this winter to look great while staying warm.  

ELLASSAY FALL/WINTER 2013 CAMPAIGN

Ellassay Fall/Winter 2013 Campaign

Polish model, Monika Jac Jagaciak is the face of the Chinese brand in their Fall/Winter campaign. 

How gorgeous is everything? The clothes are to die for!

Overall the entire campaign has a 50's-60's feel with impeccable tailoring and designing.
It's classy, timeless & absolutely divine!