Purse on So Much to Smile About

August Essentials

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0000

I’m going to blame my apparent fixation on all things red, blue and gold on a weekend full of Olympic watching! Also, can you believe it’s August?

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1. J.Crew sweater / 2. Topshop blouse / 3. 3.1 Phillip Lim top / 4. Splendid top
5. J.Crew skirt / 6. Old Navy shorts / 7. Splendid shirtdress
8. DVF skirt / 9. 3.1 Phillip Lim dress / 10. J.Crew bag
11. Jimmy Choo loafers (and cheaper Steve Madden ones)
12. Topshop jacket / Image 1, 2

Style Inspiration: Purses

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Happy Monday! Hope you had a fantastic weekend! I’m making my way back to DC today, but had so much fun in Wisconsin (don’t miss my photos here). And to start off the week, my latest “Style Inspiration” post is all about purses! I thought it might be fun to take a look back at some of my favorite outfit posts and purses, and a few you haven’t seen yet (but will soon)! Click the images for the original post and details!

Some Random Wants

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

All the fabulousness of fashion week has me itching to shop! Unfortunately, with wedding season fast approaching (two bachelorette parties, one bridal shower and two weddings in the next two months), I’m on a shopping hiatus. So rather than shopping, I’m sharing a few random things from my current wishlist… hopefully that gets it out of my system!

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1. Karen Walker sunglasses / 2. Diane von Furstenberg bag (holds an iPad!)
3. Le Metier de Beaute nail polish / 4. Aubin & Wills blouse / 5. Madewell blazer
6. J.Crew shirt / 7. Marc by Marc Jacobs iPhone cover / 8. Theory leather shorts
9. Current/Elliott jeans / 10. Low Luv x Erin Wasson ring / 11. Amanda Uprichard dress
12. kate spade duffel / 13. Madewell bracelet

Rebecca Minkoff Summer Sale

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

This was TOO good not to share! Rebecca Minkoff’s bags are some of my aboslute favorites. I adore my M.A.B. mini (seen here) and covet just about everything she designs. And right now, on RebeccaMinkoff.com you can get some of the most popular Spring/Summer 2011 styles at up to 50% off! Amazing!

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My favorites are still the M.A.B. mini or the new Cupid bag, but there are also some awesome clutches. Shop quickly or they will be sure to disappear! Also, share the sale on twitter or facebook, and you could win a bag! Click here fore more info. And finally, if you missed this before, From Me To You has some amazing photos of Rebecca in her showroom that are absolutely worth checking out!

Wild Heart

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Between the U.S. Royalty show on Friday and seeing Cowboys and Aliens yesterday (yes, I actually wanted to see this!), I’ve developed a bit of an obsession with all things western, fringed, feathered and tough. Give me maxi skirts, cross-body bags, lots of denim and broken-in boots, please!

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image / 1. All Saints hat / 2. Elizabeth & James denim shirt / 3. Sandro dress / 4. Helmut Lang tank / 5. Topshop skirt / 6. Alexander McQueen tank / 7. Topshop tank / 8. Belstaff boots / 9. Iosselliani necklace / 10. Wendy Nichol bag / 11. Jeeyun Ha Designs earrings

Weekend BBQ Style

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Memorial Day weekend is almost here! Time for shorts, sangria, sunglasses and summertime parties! I don’t think I could be more excited!

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1. Diane von Furstenberg blouse / 2. Diane von Furstenberg blouse / 3. Madewell panama hat / 4. Vince shorts / 5. Vanessa Bruno shorts / 6. DAY Birger et Mikkelsen top /
7. Topshop sandals / 8. Topshop sandals / 9. Topshop shorts / 10. Madewell tote /
11. Madewell sunglasses / 12. Essie nail polish / 13. Topshop sandals

May Day

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

I can’t believe that tomorrow is already May! I feel like April absolutely flew by. Thankfully, I think the warm weather is finally here to stay and there’s lots to look forward to this month (exciting announcements, spring shopping…). Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!

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1. Halston Heritage Dress / 2. Zara Necklace / 3. DKNY Pants / 4. DKNY T-shirt / 5. Kors Michael Kors Shoes / 6. Zara Messenger Bag / 7. Zara High Heeled Shoe / 8. Wing Along Dress / 9. Splendid Jersey Maxi Skirt / 10. Madewell Panama Hat/ 11. Topshop Scarf

My Travel Essentials

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:17:57 +0000

In just a few hours I’ll be on my way to America’s Dairyland (aka Wisconsin)! Here is everything I need when I travel, outside of my suitcase… (that’s another story).

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A soft, slouchy tee (T by Alexander Wang is my absolute favorite, James Perse is also wonderful, but pricey)
A warm colorful scarf (love this DVF one)
Sunglasses (I don’t go anywhere without my Ray-Ban Wayfarers)
A magazine (how gorgeous does Reese look on the cover of May’s Vogue?)
Comfortable jeans (in winter I’d wear my black jeggings because they are so comfortable, but I like something lighter for spring)
A large tote (I’m obsessed with my Botkier, but this Vanessa Bruno is great too)
A good book (planning to start Ghost Wars this trip)
A light jacket (I have a great Nine West that looks just like this Helmut Lang)
My iPhone (I have close to 3,000 songs on mine – am currently listening to Mumford & Sons, Ray LaMontagne, Florence + the Machine, Diana Ross, Adele, The Tallest Man On Earth and Herbie Hancock)
Flats (my favorite are nude ballet flats – would love these Blochs)
Eyeliner (I like to retouch when I land and nothing is better than this NARS eyeliner pen, I promise! Instant glam…)
Lipstick (I haven’t tried the Dior Addict lipstick yet, but I’m dying to)

What do you think? Did I miss anything? What are your go-to airport and travel essentials?

Dreamy Weekend Wear

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Anyone else already wishing for the weekend?

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1. Helmut Lang sweater / 2. By Malene Birger french stripe top / 3. Helmut Lang top / 4. Equipment silk blouse / 5. Levi’s Made & Crafted jeans / 6. Alexander McQueen silk scarf / 7. Nudie Jeans / 8. Sam Edelman thong sandal / 9. Splendid fleece easy pant / 10. Pedro Garcia peeptoe boot / 11. Sara Berman stud tote / 12. Converse Jack Purcell sneakers

Window Shopping: Zara

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 16:34:50 +0000

Speaking of bright pops of color, I’ll take one of everything at Zara right now. Thanks!

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Like A Lady

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Refinery 29 would have you believe that ladylike looks are the “trend du jour,” and while Mad Men, Gossip Girl and the runways are certainly contributing to the increase in popularity of this chic and sophisticated style, I would argue that dressing “ladylike” is always in style.

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Think elegant pumps, structured bags, pencil skirts, demure fabrics, shift dresses, polished pleats, longer lengths and ballet flats. Oh so pretty!

Armand Basi, See by Chloe

Michael Kors, Michael Kors

Lanvin, Valentino

Mulberry, How to be a Hepburn in a Hilton World