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paul smith spring 2011

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you may recall my series of posts from the summer dedicated to the stylings of teddy girls from the 1960s. i put together two outfits here and here, inspired by these amazing photos by ken russell. so it probably comes as no surprise that i was absolutely smitten with paul smith’s latest women’s collection with it’s separates borrowed from the boys and those perfect pompadour poufs! i also like the playful addition of a few girly prints and the amazing and unexpected color combinations. throw on those super cool cat glasses and it’s pretty much inspiration for days.
in fact, i’ve already resolved to grow the front and top of my pixie cut so that it’s long enough to do a style just like this! while i won’t be trying out all of the looks from the collection, i didn’t have a hard time picking out several favorites.

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rachel antonoff spring 2011

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on saturday, i was invited to attend the rachel antonoff spring 2011 presentation! i remember last season when her fall collection came out, i was instantly captivated by the nancy drew themed presentation at the lafayette house, and wished that i had been able to attend. so i was especially happy to be able to see her latest dreamland in real life! the collection was inspired by a child’s ability to transform any space into something magical, and it was presented at a private residence in the west village complete with a sleepover party upstairs, a living room fort, and s’mores in the kitchen. besides the beautiful details like heart shaped pockets and abstract bow prints, i was absolutely in love with the collaboration between rachel antonoff and bass shoes!
another lovely highlight of the event was meeting rachel antonoff herself along with julia frakes, who styled the collection. i also brought rebecca of the clothes horse (my partner in crime) along with me, and we got a chance to stop and chat with the lovely tavi, who we had first met during new york fashion week exactly one year ago. reunion times ensued and fun was had by all!
all of these photos were taken by me.


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dear creatures fall 2010

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dear creatures is definitely one of my favorite designers out there right now. ever since i got my first dear creatures piece, the modcloth calivintage dress, i’ve been head over heels for this vintage-inspired brand. and their fall 2010 collection certainly doesn’t disappoint! they still have the vintage, nautical vibe, but this time they’ve added a bit of outdoors and camping elements that are right up my alley! i was especially excited to see the look with the fur hat because i bought one last year, but never had the courage to wear it. and the best part is that i know these pieces will be much more affordable than most designer collections, which means if i save my pennies, i’ll certainly be sporting an item or two once these pieces hit the shops!

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outfit favorites august 14

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that style, those colors! this outfit really does speak for itself. it’s pretty much perfection on so many levels.
as you all know, i’m a bit of a cycling fanatic, so discovering this cycle chic feature shot by mr. newton was a treat! my favorite look is this casual shorts ensemble. perfect for a day riding about town.
i’ve been very interested in getting my hands on a sheer skirt like this, and i love her creative styling. good inspiration for when i finally get one!
take your nautical inspired look up a notch by adding your own rope belt! it’s amazing how such a tiny accessory can really transform a look!
geek chic all the way. i need her glasses and i wish my granny’s closet had such cool pieces!
it’s all about her necklace! and i’m delighted to say that they carry a similar (if not the same) necklace at modcloth. i think i must get one. a great collegiate look for fall.

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the desert boot

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last winter, i had a serious need for a pair of desert boots with heels. i had long been a fan of the classic clarks flats, but i was looking for something a little less clunky and a bit more fashion forward. unfortunately, my hunting turned up with a bunch of shoes that were either way out of my price range, or just out of stock! i wrote this post about the few shoes that i came up with back in january, but since then, i am amazed by the selection available for the upcoming fall season. there are so many to choose from that i’m having a hard time picking my absolute favorite and might even end up with two pairs. maybe a heel and a wedge in two different colors. so i thought i’d share with you some of the contenders.

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a.p.c. fall 2010

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i’ve been feeling a bit hesitant to post my favorite fall collections that have been coming out from smaller designers lately because i know that they make their rounds on a lot of blogs that i already read, and therefore, are looks that you may have already seen. but i decided that if i’ve taken the time to pick out my favorites and make a little gallery like the above, then it’s worth posting on my blog as a record of all of the things that are inspiring and intriguing me. so, hopefully these posts aren’t too redundant for you!

or maybe you haven’t seen the a.p.c. fall 2010 collection yet! i pretty much always want something from each and every a.p.c. collection. the quality alone is enough to get me interested, but the styling is beautiful. i love all of the simple and classic separates in fresh colors that are perfectly cheery for fall weather. and once again, i’m inspired to continue my hunt for more flat shoes, because these ladies are looking pretty darn comfy in those cute loafers.

oh, and what’s better (or worse), is that i’ve heard the murmurs in a press release that the madras collection is going to be hitting urban outfitters stores pretty soon here. making a.p.c. all the more accessible to my poor little wallet. i wonder how much longer i can resist their lofty price tags!

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outfit favorites august 7

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street style aesthetic: summer scarf
tying a vintage scarf around your neck with a striped shirt adds a nice nautical appeal. so simple, but it really does make a difference.

copenhagen street style: white summer
i like the simplicity of her loose cream dress and the way her coat is the exact same length as her dress.

fancy fine: mustard and peach
i just recently discovered this blog based out of san francisco and i couldn’t be more delighted by her cool vintage style. the color combination of this outfit and the giant ascot is pretty much amazing.

street style aesthetic: stripes
i’m cheating a little because these last three outfits aren’t from the past week, but there were so many good looks that i hadn’t posted! like this colorful and interesting mix of stripes.

stockholm street style: schnati
it’s really all about this amazing lace blouse in a casual combination with a cute little topknot.

yeye! style blog: back and well
izzy has such fun and inspirational style. she’s always pushing the envelope and trying out such interested combinations. i particularly love her mixed prints here and that cool cut out on her blouse. d.i.y., anyone?

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it’s a celebration

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i should probably first point out that i’m not engaged, nor do i have any plans for a wedding of my own any time soon! but in celebration of the ruling that prop 8 (the ban on same-sex marriage in california) violated the constitution, i thought i would post some beautiful wedding dresses. though i should probably also mention that i don’t just browse around for wedding dresses on a regular basis… truth be told, i found out about these dresses because my sister recently got engaged, and she told me that she was looking for a 50’s style silhouette in a tea length with a boat-neck. well, she doesn’t know what she wants for sure, but i’ve been having a bit of fun looking for vintage and vintage-inspired dresses for her.

so this is the fancy new york spring 2010 collection. they also have a fall collection out, but i much prefer these spring styles. they are so perfectly vintage-inspired, and the best part is that most of the dresses come in sizes 2 to 20. wedding dresses for the masses! and literally, since a whole portion of the population will no longer be banned from getting married. ok, i know there’s going to be a big fight before it’s all over, but here’s to hoping!