MIU MIU CRUSH

Miu Miu Ankle Strap Band Sandal

SHOE CRUSH ALERT!!!

Oh my! These Miu Miu sandals has me weak in the knees.
Is it the vibrant blue? Or is it the triangular heel? You know what, it's ALL of the above! The unique style intrigues me. I'm all about the classic pieces and classic colors, but once in awhile jumping out of your usual comfort zone is necessary.

THE MULES

Gianvito Rossi mules in black & in nude

I'm going to be honest, growing up I wasn't a huge mule fan. My mom, time after time would rack up her shoe bills with mules on top of mules and on top of MORE mules. It was her go to shoe and don't get me wrong, she looked absolutely fabulous in them. Me on the other hand, not so much. 

Some how my outlook on mules suddenly changed and they're growing on me. I actually want to buy them! Granted I do have two pairs of fabulous Gucci mules when I was in high school and I still have them, but there's nothing like a fresh pointed toe mule to kick in my new craze. These mule babes are written down on the wishlist books and I think they're absolutely delightful! 

COLOR BLOCKIN' STRAPPIES

One of my favorite colors at the moment is green. Yes, GREEN! Sure, it's the color of life and it may be the color of money and wealth, but mainly it's a Spring color that I absolutely adore. I've been playing around with colors lately and I wore a mint green skirt (post here) that received a wild amount of positive reviews, and at that moment I knew green was making its debut and its here to stay. A great strappy sandal is an obvious choice for Spring/Summer, but these McQueen's are exceptionally special. The color combination and style has got me weak in the knees. For now these bad boys will be bright and vibrant in my dreams, day or night I'll accept it for now (key words, for now!).  But for those who are able to afford these darlings, shop away and enjoy them for me!

Alexander McQueen Colour-block sandals 

LANVIN TRAINERS

Trainers. 

Two words to describe them: comfortability & versatility.

It's an obvious observation that trainers are in deed comfortable, but for versatility? Oh yes my fashion friends, you're definitely able to have fun with these versatile bad boys. Dress them up or dress them down, it's quite perfect. Go for the menswear inspired look and pair your slacks with them or even pair them with your feminine gear that consists of leather and fabulous hardware to create that desirable edge. Let's be REAL honest, we know that trainers are your weekend gear and you're rockin' em on your day off. We got it already, that's obvious! But how about rockin' em with your "other" looks and play with it. Polished with sporty, edgy with sporty, or feminine with sporty. Surprise me! 

So, today with all of this trainer business, it's only appropriate to pick out the ones that I've been drooling over for quite some time. LANVIN! Pick your pick, we've got high-top to low-top. We have different materials, colors, textures, and even mixing colors and doin' this color blockin' bizzzz-nasssss. Pair them with anything and you're good to go! 

Blue hi-top trainer
Brown hi-top trainer (ON SALE!)
Nude & pink hi-top trainer
Black leather & patent toe trainer
Nude calf leather lace-up trainer
Nude leather hi-top trainer
Pink lamb skin & red cap toe trainer
Grey hi-top cap toe trainer (ON SALE!)

LAST MINUTE STOCKING FILLERS UNDER $100

Need some stocking filler ideas? Well here are a few great gifts to fill up that stocking, all under $100. Not too shabby, right?

MARC BY MARC JACOBS 'Bolt Link' bracelet

Kiehl's Since 1851 'Greatest Hits' Collection

Rebecca Minkoff 'Cory - A-Z' Leather Pouch (Also in Black)
Nordstrom Boxed Round 2ct tw Cubic Zirconia Earrings
DIPTYQUE 'Eucalyptus' scented candle
Katresha Pure Skin Care exfoliating mask
L'Occitane 'Delicious Almond' Body Care Collection

GIFT GUIDE

To all of you last minute shoppers, Christmas is right around the corner and here are some great gift ideas for your gifting fun. If you don't have the time to hit the mall or you just don't want to deal with the Christmas shopping madness, purchase your gifts online now so these items can arrive just in time for Christmas.

Happy shopping!!! 
May your Christmas be cheerful and abundant with fantastic goodies. 

For Him:

Saint Laurent calf leather tablet case

Bose SoundLink mini bluetooth speaker
Lanvin mother of pearl gold-plated tie clip
Rake birdseye-knit silk scarf
Comune 'David' fitted trouser
Alexander McQueen pin dot tie
Salvatore Ferragamo 'Sisto' sneaker
J. Paul grooming travel shave set
J. Paul grooming 'TSA' travel set
Bose 'QuietComfort 20i acoustic noise cancelling headphones

For Her:
Elisabeth Weinstock passport case
Stella McCartney 'Falabella' tablet case
Alexander McQueen 'Demanta' cosmetic bag
Charlotte Olympia aquarius suede slipper-style loafers
Tom Binns jet pave hoop earrings
Luxury Fashion drop earrings (ON SALE!)
The Row by Linda Farrow cat eye sunglasses
Bernstock Speirs veil beanie
Stella McCartney 'Grace' clutch (ON SALE!)

SALE! SALE! SALE!

Womens: Stella McCartney | Pomberger | Isabel Marant | Burberry | Lanvin

Mens: Cole Haan | Moschino | Yves Saint Laurent | Jack Spade

Tis' the season for great deals and awesome sales. Slashed prices and red marks, now THAT'S a great sight to see. Who doesn't love a great sale? That four letter word for the items you've been waiting to go on sale is finally here! I've been online shopping all day today and found fantastic sales all over the place. With Christmas coming soon, it's a perfect time to snatch the great deals while it last.

Here are some great deals for Black Friday & Cyber Monday, keep your eyes pealed for your must have items. 

Farfetch

Bloomingdale's

Matches Fashion

MyTheresa

Nordstrom

Saks Fifth Avenue

STYLEBOP

REVOLVEclothing

Forward by Elyse Walker

SSENSE

THE EDIT | COATS

There's nothing better than a fabulous coat. It's an added touch that is completely relevant and completely necessary. Of course there's the main purpose of keeping yourself warm, but there's another purpose and that's to be ravishingly chic. Worn in different ways by mixing & matching colors or prints with the rest of your outfit can create something unexpectedly sublime. Find your quintessential coat for this fall/winter.


Acne era faux-fur collar coat
Pedro Lourenco bicolour velvet and crepe coat
Isabel Marant ego ponyhair lapel coat
Hache oversized coat
Tibi double-breasted twill coat
DKNY single-breasted wool coat
32 Paradis Sprung Freres Hetre reversible shearling coat

Stella McCartney Alexandra Duchess satin-lapel coat

THE EDIT | FUR

Fall/Winter picks are in order and it's only appropriate to pick the best fur items for the cold weather. It goes hand in hand and it's only natural to have fun with our fury possessions. Last month, I had a post on fur coats (here) and this is an extension of other furrrrry winter items. From boots, bags, to beanies and in my opinion it creates that oomph on the days where minimal isn't cuttin' it! Mixing colors, patterns, & furs can be fantastic to vamp up a normal look into an extraordinary look. Have fun with it, I mean, it's only keeping you warm! 

From clockwise:
Roberto Cavalli fox fur trimmed boot
Alexander McQueen fur and skull key fob
Marni beaver hem blouse
Chloe tri-colour fur bag charm
Adrienne Landau 'Rex' scarf
Moncler rabbit fur ear muff
Ava Adore fur panel jacket
Fendi '2Jours' mink fur tote

Fendi fur trim boot

Nina Ricci pompom ballet flat

3.1 Phillip Lim fur front leather Racer bag
Eugenia Kim Mimi fur pom-pom beanie hat

THE EDIT | ANKLE BOOTS

Tis' the season for fabulous ankle boots! The weather drastically changed and it's extremely cold today, so it's only fitting to have the right pair of click-it-de-clacks on your feet. I mean it's only appropriate.

Alexandre Birman ankle bootie

Gianvito Rossi leather ankle strap detail boots

Tabitha Simmons harmony suede ankle boots
Altuzarra leather ankle boots
Sergio Rossi cut-out detail ankle boot
Sergio Rossi cut-out ankle boot
Alexander Wang Miranda velvet slides
Anthony Vaccarello spike ankle boot
Pollini perspex heel ankle boot
Dolce & Gabbana Christine lace ankle boots
Lanvin leopard ponyhair high heel boots

SPLURGE VS. SAVE | SUNGLASSES

Continuing the sunnies picks and great prices, here's another SPLURGE VS. SAVE for sunglasses.
Enjoy the sun & your new sunnies!


The Row Round Sunglasses vs. Tildon Round Ombre Sunglasses

Oliver Peoples 'Gregory peck' sunglasses vs. Raen 'Flowers' Sunglasses

Lunettes Kollektion 'Tabula Rasa' Sunglasses vs. Raen 'Squire' Sunglasses (Online Exclusive)

THE EDIT | SUNGLASSES UNDER $40

I've created the first THE EDIT pick for you ladies, and the best part of this edit is that all of the
pieces are under $40! You heard right! 

Who doesn't love a good price, right? 

Not only is it affordable, but it's hitting the trends as well. Summer isn't over just yet and the perks are here for you to enjoy!

(From clockwise)

Leith Round Sunglasses

Leith Cat's Eye Floral Sunglasses

Spitfire 'Yazhoo' White/ Brown Sunglasses

 Spitfire Black 'Yazhoo' Sunglasses

A.J. Morgan Retro Round Sunglasses

A.J. Morgan Pearl White Retro Sunglasses

A.J. Morgan Crystal Glitter 'Castro' Sunglasses

Steve Madden Retro Sunglasses Tortoise

TREND | CLASHING STRIPES

Stripes, stripes, and more stripes! One of the recent trends done in a different way...clashing! The stripes are put together with different textures and colors to make the look not only different but fun. In a way it goes together without it being too loud or over-the-top. It has all the great quintessential qualities to make this a perfect summer outfit; crop top, sunnies, sandals, statement necklace & bag, and of course the thing that brought it together, the stripes! It's still scorching out, so have fun with it and wear your stripes. Clashing stripes that is.

Get the look...

Zara striped skirt

Chinese Laundry sandals

Topshop top

Illesteva sunglasses

Tonya Hawkes lucite box clutch

Shourouk necklace

FOIL IPHONE CASES

How amazing are these iPhone 5 cases? They give a little something to make your phone look a bit more fetching. The gold and gun mental foil caters to the gold lovers, silver lovers, or even both. Why not switch it up and change cases based on your mood. The best part is that not only is it Marc by Marc Jacobs cases, but it's not too expensive. 

Marc By Marc Jacobs Crinkled Gold Foil iPhone 5 Case

Marc By Marc Jacobs Gunmetal Foil Texture iPhone 5 Case

SSSSS...SNAKE SKIN CLUTCH

How fabulous is this clutch? 

The color, pattern, and unique quality intrigues me. The orange pattern draws you in with its voodoo powers and in a weird way, I'm absolutely under its spell. And of course a great snake skin just adds a cherry on top of an already amazing clutch. I love a great box bag (older post on favorite boxes) because of its utility and size. And this clutch is definitely among those that I'm extremely fond of. 

R&Y Augousti snake striped minaudiere clutch

If you're not a snake skin fan, they have other fantastic clutches (here). 

Q&A: COMFORTABLE/ CHIC TRAVEL

Today, I've dedicated this to the travelers who want to stay comfortable for that long trip while staying chic. So I've created my first Q&A to inspire those who want to find something that will be their go-to comfy travel attire. Croc-leather, stripes & great sunnies you can't go wrong here! 

Get the look...

Lanvin Crocodile effect hi-top

Moncler wool drawstring trouser

Alexander Wang Pelican satchel bag
James Perse Ribbed tank top
Karen Walker Eyewear Super Duper Sunglasses
Marc by Marc Jacobs Oda Mae stripe jacket (on sale!)

TREND | SPORT CHIC

There are times when you're just not craving heels and tight clothing on your body. You want to look chic to be able to walk out of the house without people throwing garbage at you, yet comfortable enough to satisfy your current state of mind. So, it calls for a sport chic look that will make you feel at ease (because you won't look like a bum) & happy (because you're not on display with high heels and clothes SO tight that your eyes are about to pop). 

This look is perfect for errands, causal movies during the week, shopping, & casual lunches with the gals. How chic is this though, honestly! It's practically screaming your name, it has the appropriate qualities of leather & cotton jersey. And, the best part is that you're still on trend. 

On a side note, I am in love with the leather backpack & leather trainers. It goes together like a perfect fashion marriage, yet it's not too overwhelming. Those two are definitely on my wishlist! 

 Jet Set Sue Shorts
The Row Backpack
Helmut  Cotton-jersey sweatshirt
Lanvin Cap-toe trainers
Karen Walker Eyewear Deep-freeze sunglasses

SPLURGE VS. SAVE | SHOES

Today's picks is dedicated to those who love a great pair of designer shoes, but can't necessarily afford them. So, the next best thing is something similar for a reasonable price. Here's one of many SPLURGE VS. SAVE posts to come. Enjoy!

Sergio Rossi Loop pump vs. Schutz Irma pump

Sergio Rossi Pointed pump vs. Schutz Gilberta pump

Alexander Wang Antonia sandal vs. Steve Madden Realove sandal

TREND | PJ CHIC

 Where do I even begin? 

Pj shorts are comfortable yet chic enough to play it up and transform them into something more than just pj shorts. Here's a way to transform your sleepy shorts into chic shorts with a great silk button up, the right accessories to make your day that much better. 

Thakoon Addition PJ Short

Valentino Rockstud Va Va Voom crystal stud bag

Valentino Rockstud point-toe shoes

Lala Berlin 'Siwa' tunic

Celine Preppy sunglasses

TREND | DENIM

Elle Macpherson looking airport chic in her all denim ensemble. So here, I give you a denim look that will make you weak in the knees. Enjoy!

Chloe Marcie tote bag

Frank & Eileen Barry denim shirt

Adriano Goldschmied 'Nikki' relaxed skinny jean

Thierry Lasry Angely square-frame sunglasses

Lanvin bowed leopard loafer