fashion, collections, spring 2013

vivetta spring 2013

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i’ve long been a fan of vivetta’s whimsical collections. this past season, i finally found myself tempted enough to pick up one of her beautiful hand collar blouses, and now i can say i’m officially hooked! and when i saw the same theme sprinkled throughout the spring 2013 collection, along with tons of other charming details, i knew that i would have to invest in even more of her playful pieces. even on such a gloomy day like today, a quick browse through her designs sweeps me in up into a dreamy fantasy land filled pretty pastels and fluffy kittens.

















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paule ka spring 2013

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a couple of weeks back, i shared the paule ka resort collection, but i’m equally in love with their spring 2013 collection. the clean palette gives way to interesting silhouettes and quirky details like oversized gloves and ostrich feather trims, all with a decidedly ’60s aesthetic. i would love to be able to wrangle my hair in one of those big bouffants with pretty ribbons, and certainly wouldn’t mind a pair of clear lucite heels or a metallic handled basket bag. it’s a perfect mix of playful and elegant that i certainly wouldn’t mind adding to my own wardrobe!

















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karen walker spring 2013

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one spring collection that’s got me swooning is karen walker spring 2013. i’ve long been a fan of her statement sunglasses, but i’m just as enamored with her quirky cute collections. titled “fantastique magnifique,” this collection was filled with retro-futuristic space prints, cool color combinations, and interesting proportions. i love the subtle wink and nod to the past while still keeping things feeling fresh and new. and i can’t wait to get my hands one one of those silly straw hats, which i’ve already pre-ordered for an upcoming trip to a tropical locale!





























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club monaco spring 2013 campaign

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continuing on my spring inspiration kick, today i thought i’d share the club monaco spring 2013 campaign shot on the streets of new york by none other than venetia scott. i’m a huge fan of her work, so it’s not much of a surprise that i can’t get enough of this campaign. i know it seems a bit unexpected, but it’s definitely been interesting the way that club monaco has started to capture my attention over the past year or so. until then, i had never even stepped foot into one of their stores, but now i find myself stopping-in for a quick browse whenever i’m at the mall. and looking at the pieces in the collection, i think i might need to spring for that cute little trench!




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paule ka resort 2013

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i’ve  been resisting the urge to post resort collections, but now that it’s january, i think we can officially start looking forward to spring break and summer vacation. paule ka first caught my attention last season with an eccentric fall collection filled with unexpected color combinations and inventive silhouettes. so of course, i had to check in on the latest resort collection, and i have to say i love it just as much! it particularly strikes a chord because i’ve been tying my hair into a little side pony with a ribbon for the past few weeks, and i just love these bright, bold bows. the colors are, once again, striking and interesting, and i love the ’60s vibe which will certainly continue to inspire me throughout the year.











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fashion, collections, fall 2013

summerland holiday lookbook

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in the spirit of the holidays, today i thought i’d share the latest lookbook from summerland boutique. it was shot by the talented anja verdugo featuring some of their pretty new styles. i’m pretty well smitten with those kitty prints by twenty seven names, and will definitely be taking tips from the retro hair and makeup when i’m getting ready for my next holiday party.

 

fashion, collections, fall 2012

ymc fall 2012

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i’m really loving the bold colors and easy simplicity of the ymc fall 2012 collection. as i sit in my apartment dreading the chilly outdoors, i can think of no better formula for dressing in the fall. i would love nothing more than to pull on warm and cozy neutrals with that bold green twiggy coat, or step into the office and remove an outer layer to reveal a bright yellow silk dress. a perfect contrast to the gloomy weather outside.

you can see more of my favorite fall collections here.





fashion, collections, fall 2012

peter jensen fall 2012

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as you can see, i’ve been browsing through my fall inspiration folders lately. one favorite that i can’t believe i hadn’t yet shared is the peter jensen fall 2012 collection. at first glance, i found myself overwhelmingly distracted by the grey wigs, but that quickly faded as i focused-in on the beautiful pieces and impeccable styling. jensen always has a muse for his collection (i was in love with his resort collection inspired by a 1970’s meryl streep), so i did a bit of sleuthing and discovered that his latest collection was inspired by the fashionable milliner, thelma speirs. while the reference may have been a bit lost on me (shame for having never heard of bernstock speirs before), i still found myself completely obsessed with this quirky collection.











fashion, collections, fall 2012

betina lou fall 2012

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oh internet, how i love you for constantly introducing me to new designers! my most recent discovery came in the form of the betina lou fall 2012 collection. this montreal-based designer launched in 2009 with a timeless aesthetic rooted in menswear and inspired by female icons of the past. the result is a very wearable collection with classic pieces that mix and match perfectly. and the easy styling is so spot on for this season with that little brown beret and that casually tied neck scarf. the online shop hasn’t launched just yet, but you’d better bet that i’ll be first in line once it does!

you can see more of my favorite fall collections here.





fashion, collections, fall 2012

thom dolan fall 2012

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it will come as no surprise that i am absolutely in love with the thom dolan fall 2012 collection. the prim and proper pieces are perfectly schoolgirl-inspired without being the least bit girlish. the looks are much more grounded in a menswear aesthetic with a nod to the uniform in the form of button up shirts and preppy plaids.