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STYLiN'

2011-02-17T10:00:00.000-08:00

Style.com's recap of the fall '11 shows makes me giddy. I love sneaking a peek at what's to come & brainstorming what pieces I already have to recreate my favorite looks.

my two absolute FAVORITE looks - Carolina Herrera & Alice + Olivia

love this Alice + Olivia look too.

this bright Milly ensemble is right up my alley as well!

SNeaKeRS

2011-02-15T10:30:00.000-08:00

My aching feet have been begging for relief from the constant rotation of stilettos & flats. These sneakers have me almost giving in to their demands...

Coach

MeLLoW YeLLoW

2011-02-15T09:48:00.000-08:00

One of my favorite combos is a yellow top with jeans & red flats.

This top just got marked down at Anthropologie- isn't it great? What are your favorite color combos?

i'M BLuSHiNG...

2011-02-14T10:12:00.001-08:00

I am loving blush colored everything nowadays...it's such a fresh neutral to pair with all of Spring's bright colors! Some of my top picks:
Alice + Olivia

Steve Madden

Coach

HaPPY LoVe DaY

2011-02-14T10:00:00.000-08:00

show some love kate spade style, smitten kitchen style, or one charming party style or handz style!

SMiTTeN

2011-02-13T12:49:00.000-08:00

It's terribly cliche, but I am as in love as the next blogger with smitten kitchen.

& judging by the fam's reaction to this recipe, they are too!

BoDeN LTD.

2011-02-12T10:30:00.000-08:00

Boden's limited collection is gorgeous!

this top is perfect to dress up or down, & i actually love the cream (i usually don't!)

hello, gorgeous. styling this beauty with bright pink shoes? genius!

FouND: PeRFeCT STRiPeD SHiRT

2011-02-11T06:41:00.000-08:00

Seriously in love with this striped shirt- love the drape & the pocket!

FaCToRY LoVe

2011-02-08T12:03:00.000-08:00

Lots to love at J. Crew's online factory right now:
-->Lace to layer

-->fancy earrings to dress up just about anything

-->been needing a new pair of leopard flats

ToRY BuRCH PRe-FaLL 2011

2011-02-05T10:15:00.000-08:00

Loved Habitually Chic's pics of Tory Burch's Pre-Fall 2011 presentation. This look immediately caught my eye-

Paisley + stripes, who would've thought? I love wearing prints together (Tory is the master!), so here's my take:
I am not a paisley girl. There, I said it. The pattern drives me nuts. So I went with floral instead & paired it with a wide stripe cardigan.

the trick is to match the colors, & have one low-key print with a bolder print. I think two different prints work well (not floral & floral- that's tricky!).
& because it's me, I have to belt it- something skinny & gold will do the trick!

PeP(LuM) iN My STeP

2011-02-04T10:15:00.000-08:00

I heart PePLuM. The little ruffles around the waist are just too stylin'.

This look reignited my interest in this flirty, retro style.

Here's something a little less dramatic to help you get your feet wet- love the waist detail on this skirt!

Love this Shabby Apple version- a little drama never hurt! Would be super cute with some high heeled mary janes.

Here's a few tips:

Try a thin belt around your natural waist if so many ruffles at your hips make you nervous. :)

Stay with solids for this trend- it'll be plenty busy without a pattern!

Keep jewelry & other accessories simple & classic-- the ruffles are all you need!

Make sure the fit is perfect- this should be an always thing, but it's especially important when you've got some extra layers of fabric ruffling around you!

HiGH GLoSS

2011-02-03T10:03:00.000-08:00

Finally! An online mag that was made for me!
I loved every bit & am already looking forward to the next issue. Congrats, High Gloss girls- you knocked it out of the park!

To THe MaX(i)

2011-02-02T09:18:00.001-08:00

Never thought I'd be loving long skirts again, but that's what fashion does to ya. What goes around comes around & I am loving this combo:

pair this anthropologie skirt with these piperlime shoes- the wedge will make your look even leggier & add some sturdiness to the look (i heart the mustard yellow against the plum!). add a simple t & maybe a woven leather belt.