Books Every Fashionista Should Own

From top left, clockwise: 1) The Ellements of Personal Style by Joe Zee & Maggie Bull 2) Models Manual by Arthur Elgort 3) the Teen Vogue Handbook (Penguin Group) 4) The Lucky Guide to Mastering Style by Kim France and Andrea Linett (There are 4 different print covers) 5) Influence by Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen 6) Face Forward by Kevyn Aucoin

Candy Colors

I have always loved the soft candy colors that always sneak their way into fashion and all sorts of other products. Pastels are so kind on the eyes. Go see Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette and you'll understand exactly what I mean. Here are some my latest finds:

Photo from Urban Outfitter's latest catalogue

Links-London Friendship Bracelet

Another Links bracelet (Love the skulls!)

Lana Del Rey release (Her song Video Games is amazing)

Lana Del Rey Again

For the neck

What is more lovely than a delicate necklace wrapped around a women's neck?

Here are some of my choices for simple necklaces that look beautiful on anyone.

Dogeared Necklaces

These come in a pretty little box with a message to the recipient; they make amazing gifts to friends and family. Each necklace is gold or silver, some with gemstones. There are all sorts of tiny charms, from elephants, to lightning bolts, like the one shown below. A select few necklaces even donate the proceeds to various charitable organizations.

Elsa Peretti for Tiffany necklace




Tiffany & Co. Tag necklaces

Tiffany Necklaces are a go to favorite. They are well made and know by most everyone. Their simple designs are classic. As a plus, they are always wrapped meticulously in a eggshell blue box and tied with a satin bow.

For the wrist

I love the bracelet I bought from Makeshift Accessories. The cuff is made from recycled traffic signs. It feels good to know your money is going to an independent business, in particular the art community. I picked it up at a local art fair, but you can order offline at http://makeshiftaccessories.com/

A bit of Scotch

Everything about Scotch and Soda makes me happy. Their collections (Maison Scotch in particular).

Their models, photography, lighting. Simply gorgeous.

http://www.scotchsoda.com/en/collection/

campaign/category/women

Fantasies

Wouldn't be great if we (ladies) could just wear huge ball gowns at all times? Sometimes I wish I could float down the halls of my school in layers of tulle and chiffon. The feel of silk and velvet against my skin... *Sigh* If only I had the confidence to just do the unthinkable...

But doesn't Emma look gorgeous in her dress? The spread in Italian Vogue (2008 I think?) is so beautiful.

Fashion update

I kind of enjoy late fall/winter fashion. Its an easy color palette of neutrals and toned down colors. To create various looks all ya' need is new layers. Pile on long sleeves, thick sweaters, fuzzy vests, wrap around scarves, chunky jewels... it's limitless. Top of your look with a felt wide brim hat or a knit beanie. Try out the dark, delicious shades of nail polish and lip stick. Slip on riding boots, driving shoes, or oxford flats.

Shown is a beautiful sweater for those cozy-up-with-a-book days.

Also a picture from the Rag and Bone Fall catalog. Deep in color and texture.

White Lace

Trend Alert

diy scarf

Step 1) Find a skirt that you no longer want/is too long

Step 2) Using sewing scissors cut desired scarf width from bottom edge of skirt

Step 3) Wrap around neck! Enjoy