Leather on So Much to Smile About

Pleats and Coffee

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 15:55:50 +0000

I love pleated maxi skirts for fall. Especially with some leather, booties and a much-needed coffee! Put it all together, and this is what I wore Tuesday night to the Bishop Boutique party (don’t miss all the photos here!). It was easy and comfortable! I’m planning on wearing this skirt all fall and winter long!

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More Gestuz

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

I’m working on a Cochella post for a friend of mine and these rocker-chic pieces totally grabbed my attention! I’ve posted on Gestuz before, but just recently discovered their blog. If only it were updated!

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Images via Gestuz’s Tumbler

These would obviously work better for fall/winter shows when it’s not too warm out – anyone have ideas for what to wear to Cochella or a similar music festival that I should include in my post?!

Rachel Gilbert A/W 2011

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Can we discuss how amazing Rachel Gilbert’s Fall RTW collection is? Leather dresses, watercolor prints, edgy separates, studs and sequins – I love it all. Thanks to Studded Hearts for bringing this Australian designer to my attention. See the rest of the collection here and check out her evening gowns on Net-a-Porter.

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Style Crush: Hilary Duff

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

I’ve been so impressed with Hilary Duff lately. No kidding. Loving these looks.

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Looking For Leather

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

I’ve used this quote before, but it’s so perfect for this post I needed to revisit it:

“Many people are scared of leather because it’s so edgy, but when paired with a tee and a cardigan, blazer or flannel, they become interchangeable with any other skinny black pants. Trust me.”- Rachel Strugatz, online editor and reporter at Women’s Wear Daily and WWD.com, and editor of WWD.com’s Social Studies.

It was the photo of Emmanuelle Alt that put me over the edge – I wanted leather pants immediately. Thankfully, Forever 21 has pairs for under $20 so I don’t have to feel guilty about the purchase (ShopBop has some great options if you are willing to invest). And while I’m still convincing myself I have the legs to pull it off, I’m looking to these women for inspiration on how to put together the perfect leather look.

Black and White

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

“Studs, sequins, leather and lace take centre stage for winter’s sexiest trend.” – Marie Claire UK December 2010

Model Sophie Vlaming photographed by Kim Myers Robertson for Marie Claire UK December 2010, via Noirfacade

From left, Haute Hippie, Michael Kors Leather Pants, Alexander Wang

Hello Moto

Sat, 06 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

I can’t say I’ve ever ridden on a motorcycle, but I do love this look. The below options are from Shop Bop (my fave) but if you are looking for more budget friendly options, read this Budget Babe’s post from a couple months ago.

Stockholm Streetstyle via Berries

From Left, Dallin Chase, Robert Rodriguez, Veda

Leather

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

“Many people are scared of leather because it’s so edgy, but when paired with a tee and a cardigan, blazer or flannel, they become interchangeable with any other skinny black pants. Trust me.”- Rachel Strugatz, online editor and reporter at Women’s Wear Daily and WWD.com, and editor of WWD.com’s Social Studies.

Image via erichcanvogue

Image via Fashion Pills

Via Essence.com

Alice + Olivia

Helmut Lang