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

ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY IN LONDON

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was spotted in London looking comfortable & effortless wearing a jumpsuit, sandals & Giorgio Armani tote. With the right styling, a normal jumpsuit can be transformed into something magical. Even though Rosie could wear anything and make it look amazing, it has to do with great pairings and styling to make a normal outfit look great on anyone. 

The theme lately for summer has been effortless chic, which is something I adore more than anything. Being able to look like you barely put effort into your outfit or hair when in fact it took extra effort to look effortless. It's the modern way to show that you cared. So I say invest in great pieces so you can create a look like this on your 'I put effort to look effortless' days. 

Get the look...

Theory Silk Darain Jumpsuit 

Elizabeth and James 'Fillmore' Cat's Eye Sunglasses

Steve Madden Black Sandals

Steve Madden Sandals

Giorgio Armani Tote bag in grey

Prada Blue Tote

Michael Kors 'Large Lexington' Chronograph Bracelet Watch

Movado 'Large Bold Chronograph' Bracelet Watch

NICOLE RICHIE IN ST. TROPEZ

Ph: I'm not obsessed 

Nicole Richie looked effortless and chic in St. Tropez with denim cutoffs, Vintage Chanel, and a crop top. It really can't get any better than that! 

I absolutely adore her outfit and it proves that simple and effortless style goes a long way. Just a few fantastic pieces can translate into an a amazing outfit. 

Get the look...

Forever 21 Basic Crop Top

Forever 21 Crop Top

Bebe Studded Oversized Clutch

Urban Outfitters Denim Short
Ray-Ban Aviator Sunglasses
Chanel Vintage logo earring
 Chanel Vintage logo earring
Belgo Lux Studded Skinny Belt
Valentino Garavani 'Rockstud' belt

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)

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

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

CANDICE SWANEPOEL - ALL WHITE

Ph: Style Bistro

The gorgeous South African model, Candice Swanepoel looked absolutely perfect in her all white number at LAX. Not only is Swanepoel wearing heeled sandals and cigarette pants as her traveling attire, but an all white get up shows tremendous amount of confidence and grace. The see-through back just gives it that something don't you think? Totally unexpected!

Get the look...

 Alexander Wang Antonia sandal
  Moschino tapered trouser (on sale!) 
 Chloe Sally shoulder bag - in orange
 Alexander McQueen oval sunglasses

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

SUMMER SALE PICKS - GET THE LOOK

Summer sale picks for a gal who is a smart shopper. Reduced prices certainly makes any shopping experience extremely pleasant. I've picked out a summer look that will make you comfortable with what you're wearing and how much you still have left in your wallet (always a plus). Stripes, leather, knits, & great sunnies make this look absolutely perfect. 

Shop the look...

Raoul laser cut leather jacket

Sea cotton linen stripe shorts

Linda Farrow thick square acetate & leather sunglasses

Anne Vest Perforated leather top

Missoni Metallic knit slippers

J Dauphin Cosmic moon and stars necklace

DARIA WERBOWY IN ALL WHITE

Ph: Fashion Magazine

Daria Werbowy was at the North American premiere of Lancome's Roses By...20 Artists for a Rose at Toronto's First Canadian Place. 

Werbowy wore an all white Celine pant suit and she paired it with white pointed-toe pumps & simple gold jewelry. She also paired it with a bare face with minimal makeup to show off her model features & her hair pulled back with a simple braid. Her look is so simple yet that simplicity is so powerful. I'm sure I've mentioned before that I do love a good pant and skirt suit, and this is exactly what I'm talking about. A simple pant suit could be transformed before your eyes with the right pairing of shoes and accessories. Transform your look from day to night, work to an evening event. Like I've mentioned, so simple yet so POWERFUL. You have this air about you when you wear a power suit like this, it shows that effortless confidence that everyone wish they could have. 

 I'm sure you've noticed that I absolutely adore white and recently I posted an all white street style look of  Karolina Kurkova in NYC and Cannes. Another model, another white outfit, and another inspiration for summer.

GET THE LOOK:

+ Blazer - T by Alexander Wang Crepe Blazer 

+ Blazer - Alice + Olivia Tuxedo Blazer 

+ Blazer - Zara Long Seamed Blazer (on sale!) 

+ Pant - Alice + Olivia Eric Wide Leg Pants

+ Pant - Theory Juliena Stretch Pants

+ Shoes - Manolo Blahnik BB Leather Point Toe Pumps 

+ Shoes - Sophia Webster Lola Leather Pumps

+ Shoes - Alexander Wang Lovisa Python-effect Leather pumps (on sale!)

+ Top - T by Alexander Wang White Silk Chiffon Blouse

+ Top - Equipment Leighton Silk Shirt