Shopophyle - Spring 2014 Wants

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Spring 2014 wants


Spring is upon us, and with the change in season comes a need for fresh pieces in rotation.  Here are my Spring 2014 Shopophyle wants!
 

1. Faded denim - H&M denim shirt  
The denim trend always comes back in the spring, and this time I'm loving the faded denim washes on shirts.

2. Orange Lippie - MAC Cosmetics makeup
I've already broken out my OCC Lip Tar in Beta, but that's for my more daring days.  This color will be more versatile for everyday wear.

3. Mini bag -  3.1 Phillip Lim satchel handbag
I mean, just look at those polka dots! How can one resist? 

4. Mini bag #2 - Elizabeth and James leather purse
Mini, bucket style, and pastel, this little number hits three different spring trends at once.

5. Culottes - Topshop
You have to be a little more daring to pull these off, but paired with the right pieces, it can be done gracefully.

6. Embellished shades - Dsquared2
These instantly make any outfit more fun, while still looking sophisticated and glamorous.  I'll be dreaming about the Swarovski-encrusted beauties while I look for a more affordable version.

7. Pastel blue color - Essie nail polish in Truth or Flare
This is one of my favorite spring colors, and a manicure is the easiest way to incorporate it into a look.  Listed as a "vintage blue denim", it is just begging to be paired with my h&m shirt [#1], don't you think?

8. Colorful kicks -  New balance shoes
I have no qualms about the current moment that bright, colorful kicks are having (nor do my feet).  This spring I'm going to (comfortably) explore more into what kind of creative fun heel-less shoes have to offer.

What's on your list of Wants this spring?

 

Bloggers, Baubles, & Brunch

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This past weekend I attended a cozy little blogger brunch hosted by the lovely Staci of Leather & Leops.   We gathered at her SoHo apartment to check out the beautiful collections from the Emily and Ashley jewelry line.  These two sisters started their line 15 years ago, with a statement jewelry line called Greenbeads, of which their first piece was created by coincidence.  They then found inspiration from the vintage pieces in their grandmother's jewelry trunk.  From there they flourished and developed a wide spectrum of designs, ranging from classic to trendy, but all with a vintage feel, including many gorgeous pieces made with precious and semiprecious stones.  In the setting of Staci's perfectly decorated apartment, with champagne cocktails and sparkling pieces, there couldn't have been a better way to spend my Sunday. 

Creative decor at Staci's apartment!
Photo by Paul Acquasanta

Photo by Paul Acquasanta

Ashley and I got the floral prints memo ;)

These earrings are all interchangeable! So cool.
 

Photo by Paul Acquasanta

How perfectly does that elephant bangle blend in with Lauren's gorgeous arm party?
 

Blogger Babes with Emily and Ashley! [Style Me Nikki, Fashionable Hostess, Katie's Bliss, Skirt The Rules, Fashinny, The Girls of Lincoln Park, Alex, Heather, Caviar Taste, Emily & Ashley, Leather&Leops, Born and Bread]
Photo by Paul Acquasanta

Thanks so much to Staci for hosting a lovely brunch!

Winter Garden

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Skirt - Anthropologie//necklace - Topshop//shoes - Delman
tops (it's actually a dress - or two - layered!) - American Apparel


I wore this outfit on day 2 of fashion week.  I absolutely love this tulle skirt, it makes me want to frolic around all day like a carefree princess.  One can dream...with the help of her wardrobe.  It's amazing how one piece can transform you and take your imagination elsewhere.  And how lovely is this whimsical eye makeup, done by the talented Jenn Chen?


We got a little silly, and I decided to envelope myself in the top layer of my skirt.  What fun is it if you don't mess around a little? ;)
 

Photos by Angelito Jusay
Makeup by Jennifer Chen


 

NYFW

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Hello all! This past week was craziness at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, so I apologize that I slacked off a bit with posts.  But now, for some updates.  Saw some really great shows, and I am going to to share what I saw on the runways with you, but first, my favorite fashion week OOTD. 

I picked up a great skirt from Topshop and I had also been dying to try a blue lipshade, so I put them together and it was magic ;)  I also picked up an earcuff, and found a clutch that was a perfect match.  Finally, for my hair, I kept it simple with a low side pony, but added some elastics to make it a little more interesting... this easy 'do is starting to pop everywhere this season.

Let me know what you think- especially about the blue lips.  Superfun, but do you think it can be done everyday, or should it be kept strictly for times like NYFW?

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Skirt - Topshop//Coat - Zara//Clutch - Topshop//Earcuff - NastyGal

Lipcolor - Matte Rx Liptar by Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics

 

 

Photos by Angelito Jusay