Sail Away

I scored this light gray knit blazer from Anthropologie for only $30. How amazing is that? I love the gold buttons on the jacket and that it's not super structured and stiff. I felt like I was dressed for a yacht with my seersucker jeans; unfortunately  the sun wasn't shining on Monday and I felt my attire was not the most appropriate for the rainy weather. I wanted to add that extra pop of color, so I debuted my new red Marc by Marc Jacobs bag. I think the Louis Vuitton has been temporarily replaced with my new vibrant red bag--for the time being at least.

Blazer: Anthropologie

Tank: Forever 21

Seersucker Jeans: Levi's

Belt: Levi's

Shoes: Halogen by Nordstrom

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs
Eiffel Tower door stopper that keeps appearing in my pics: Cost Plus World Market :)

I Got the Blues

Dress: Forever 21 (for only $10.80!)

Leather Jacket: Nordstrom

Necklace: Claudia Gill

Watch: Marc by Marc Jacobs

Shoes: Stuart Weitzman

I attended a San Francisco Style and Beauty event, which was hosted by Shop It To Me (in which I am a trendsetter for their website!), Benefit Cosmetics, and Meghan Donovan of  Wit and Whimsy. I met many great San Francisco based bloggers and writers and chatted about the best things: fashion and style! I had a great time and the gifts from Benefits Cosmetics added icing to the evening.

I wore a cobalt blue scoop neck, dolman sleeved dress with my gray suede Stuart Weitzman shoes and leather jacket. The dress was only $10.80 and you can wear it in so many different ways--versatility is key! I've worn it with a belt to give it more structure or nix the belt and have one sleeve fall down my shoulder. I added a subtle gold multi-layered necklace by Claudia Gill. It's so lightweight and simple, but it really adds that perfect touch.

Happy Friday and Have a Great Weekend, Everyone! xoxo

Closeup of the Claudia Gill necklace

 

My beloved 5 inch Stuart Weiztman'sthat I can run a mile in-so comfortable!

Kind of clog-esque

What's in here??

Thank you Benefit for the awesome goodie bag!

I tried all of these products this morning and I love them all!

Happy Anniversary!

Don't let the title fool you--there is no anniversary I'm celebrating, except the Nordstrom Anniversary sale! I stopped by the San Francisco center last Friday and it was packed. I've been looking for a white watch (the Fossil one I ordered a while back never arrived and I was refunded) and this one had my name written all over it. I'm so happy with my purchase. The gold isn't too shiny/harsh and it doesn't look cheap.I purchased this for $99 and the price will go back up $150 come August, so hurry! I went back to the store yesterday and they were all sold out. So glad I finally found my new summer watch!

Shop It To Me Presents: Battle of the Brands!

Shop It To Me, a great service that sends you emails about online sales based on your personal brand preference and sizes, is having a battle of the brands contest! Each week (for 5 weeks), pairs of brands will compete and only one winner will remain. Vote on your favorite brands and you could win a Marc Jacobs accessory (wristlets, key fobs, and umbrellas) ! Round 1 has passed, but there is still some time to play Round 2!

To play, click here!

To enter, you must be a Shop It To Me member. Sign up today at www.shopittome.com (only takes a minute!)

Good luck!

What I Want Now: Handbags Galore!

Some people prefer brand named clothing, others shoes, but me--I have always had a love affair with handbags. I have told my mom, grandma, and aunt (who, combined, have so many handbags, they can open up a boutique) to save all their bags so that one day, I can inherit them and build a closet and line them up alphabetically by brand. I know it may sound a bit neurotic, but I really enjoy beautiful things, and to have a collection is a personal fashion dream of mine. Below, I have comprised a list of the top 5 bags that I have been eyeing for quite some time. Some are new this season, while others are old styles or classics. Perhaps one day, I will be able to afford them! A girl can only dream.

Valentino "Rossier" Medium Tote
$1,950


Marc Jacobs "Stam" Swarovski Shoulder Bag
$2,350


Chloe "Paddington" Satchel
$1,720


Balenciaga "Giant City" Bag
$1,695


Chanel "Large Flap" Bag
$2,095

Paris Fashion Week Fall 2009: Louis Vuitton

The Louis Vuitton show was by far my favorite show during Paris Fashion week. Creative Director Marc Jacobs delivered a flawless collection with puffed sleeves, voluminous skirts, and endless amounts of pleats, ruffles, and draping. The line veered away from all black and encompassed various colors such as green, plum, red, yellow, and pink. According to Jacobs, the line was inspired by "sophisticated Parisiennes who blend classiness and playful sensuality in just the right doses." Belted waists, chain necklaces, and the signature monogramed bags were great accessories to the collection as well. To view the Louis Vuitton collection, click here.

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