all that sparkles...

 big bows 

 golden clutch 

gold and diamonds 

all images found via we heart it 

Modern + Vintage

shopping list:
1. draped top 
2. kendra scott danielle earrings 
3. cuff bracelet
4. vintage 1920s tapestry handbag
5. christian louboutin shoes
6. maxi skirt by topshop

streetstyle: Casual Chic

I love everything about this look...the head scarf, cat eye-glasses, the birkin bag and the gorgeous cherry red wrap dress. She looks beyond sophisticated and comfortable in her skin all at once.

image credit: The Sartorialist

Inspiration: Emerald Green

image credits:  

carolines mode 

zara

necklace (unknown)

united nude 

vanessa jackman 

Quote of The Day

Choose the life that is most useful, 
and habit will make it the most agreeable.
                                                              Francis Bacon  

image credit: reasons to breathe

inspiration: Stepford Wife

Doesn't she look gorgeous in her prim & proper dress...very 1950-ish 

Photographed by Hugh Stewart and styled by Jane Roarty
Marie Claire AU, May 2011

iconic style...

shopping list:
1. metallic trim jacket by manoush
2. skinny trousers at modekungen
3. necklace by kenneth jay lane
4. platform sandals at modekungen
5. vintage 1950s market tote at mod human vintage
6. bangle by mark davis jane bakelite

Wide leg pants may be the current trend this spring, but I will forever be a fan of the skinny trouser. There's nothing more classic and chic than clean lines and a pleated front.

style inspiration...

I'm loving the color palette from this gorgeous line...the different variations of orange, peach, jade and sea green is simply stunning. Not to mention an understated vintage inspired aesthetic that's unbelievably admirable. Does anyone perhaps know which designer this collection belongs to? Unfortunately, I have no idea and found the images (unmarked) via Flickr.

i spy hermes...

Like all things glamorous, a Hermes handbag definitely fits the mold. For the longest I've been on a treasure hunt for an authentic vintage Hermes purse... unfortunately I've had no luck in that department. Dreams do come true and in the mean time, I'll be keeping my fingers cross and lusting over the beauties above.

vintage + modern

Shopping List
1. silk crepe cut-out dress at orla kiely
2. cat eye frames at net a porter (currently out of stock)
3. straw handbag by kate spade
4. woven jungle green mules at mod human vintage
5. mac lipstick in stylishly yours found at mac cosmetic counters

prim & proper...

karen walker, spring 2011 collection

Karen Walker did a great job incorporating full, knee length skirts into her recent collection. Ultra feminine and lady-like.

j. crew spring collection 2011

J. Crew spring 2011

I've been an avid fan of J.Crew since my high-school days...while several years later they still remain a constant favorite of mine. The 2011 spring collection particularly stands out, because of the whimsical details and retro inspired designs. J. Crew has done it again with it's amazing, talented and very imaginative crew.

sketch pad...

 

indie remix...

vintage dress, tribeca by kenneth cole boots, vintage gucci handbag, nordstroms bp cardigan

Mini vintage dresses have always been my 'thing'...this particular paisley mini was featured in the shop, but is now sold to a new home. I'm hoping for a much needed shopping trip over the weekend...I'm on the hunt for additional vtg dresses to add to my new year wardrobe.





thursday update...

 1960s Audrey Hepburn Hat

 1960s Gray WOOL Hat

 1950a Mia Farrow UTILITARIAN Dress

 1960s SHEER SHIRT Dress

 Vintage MADEMOISELLE Cardigan

1960s HERRINGBONE TWEED Coat

resort wear...

Lauren Moffatt's collection makes me wanna pack up our car and head down to West Palm Beach for the winter...pastel colors and vintage-like designs are so' charming!

asos 2010...

ASOS autumn collection 2010.... I thought I was on to something with the over-the-knee socks...looks like a new trend this season. Oh Boy! Loving the thrid look on the model...I can't wait to purchase some new eyeglasses!!! Contacts are so overrated these days. 

bed hair...

These hats are the perfect solution for bed hair...Just two days ago, I purchased a gray one of my very own and it's already become a main staple of mine...

1. Brixton Gain Fedora $50                 4. Salvatore Ferragamo $480  

2. Talbots $49                                     5. Yes Style $60
3. La Cerise Sur Le Chapeau $280     6. Nordstrom $75


 

1960s poster child...

Admiring these Lady Like images taken by Photographer, Tesh
Additional photos of this shoot can be found in September's 10' Marie Claire...