Holiday Wish List :: Your "go green" Girl

I feel like it has really become trendy to be earth and environmentaly consious... Finally

I'm so glad that something good is finally catching on. This wish list is dedicated to your friend who is determined to save the earth one reusable shopping bag at a time. Well, I'm here to help you do your part. Grab that reusable shopping bag and get to it -or- order online and save the gas it would take you to get to the store. Your friend would be so proud!!

1. Reversible Blanket Coat $398 2. Organic Cookbook  $29.75 3. Tangerine Andalucia Organic Cotton Dress $53 4. Mighty Wallet $15 5. Tan and Coral Bag $36 6. Organic Lip Crayon $10.95

7. Soy Candle $16   8. Stina Handmade Jewlery $68 9. Metallic Toms $54 10. Geode necklace $26

11. Herb Garden   $20 12. Cute Reusable Bag $7

What I Want Wednesday

1] Vince Color Block Sweater :: 2] All Saints Repose Funnel Pullover 3] Paige Denim Paloma Legging 4] Club Monaco Giles Quilted Jacket 5] Anthropology Mugs 6] Whittard Tea Collection 7] Ugg Infinity Scarf 8] Tory Burch Wesley Boot  9]  Burberry Cashmere Earmuffs

This chilly weather is really starting to get to me... and I don't mean that in a bad way. Movies are way better when there is rain falling on the window next to where you sit. Soup tastes even more delicious when the temperature drops down low. And my afternoon walks are that much more enjoyable with the crisp air blowing past my face. Ya. I guess you could say I'm embracing the Fall weather, so here are some
pick-me-ups so that you can too!

boys blokes and gentlemen

I find myself lately, looking more closely at men's clothing. I used to think that it was women's fashion that was so diverse and men's was the "cookie cutter style."  But now that I do most of my boyfriend's shopping, I have found that they're much more unique. The common pieces- tees, shorts, shirts, and pants, have really gotten a face lift from the popular street designers now-a-days. and I like what I see on the shelves.

Like myself, my boyfriend has different style personalities. Depending on his mood, will determine his look for the day. Sometimes it's a casual, running errands kinda day. Or sometimes it's a friend or family backyard BBq kinda of event, where you need to look a little more put together. Either way it's a good idea that your guy looks sharp... after all he is your arm candy, right?

Here's a few looks I have been crushing on lately for my guy.

Summer Sale

I smell a sale over at Madewell.com 

I have been keeping an eye on some goodies and they finally made their way over to the sale rack. If I were headed to Malibu or Santa Barbara for a long weekend, these would be on my packing list. Now I just have to make sure they're still available in my size! What are some of your go to pieces for summer?

The ultimate late summer dress, perfect when paired with a denim jacket, short boots and a great necklace.

filmclass shirtdress

was $105.00

now $79.99  

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worn perfectly out for a day at the boardwalk with friends. paired with high waisted denim cut-offs. keds or huarache sandals

gar-de® cropped zigzag sweater

was $150.00

now $104.99

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This neutral dress allows for infinite color palate possibilities, or you can keep it clean all together. It also boasts a fantastic shape that allows for wedges (dressy) or flats (casual).. 

sundial dress

was $145.00

select colors $99.99

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I think everyone can agree that this is THE shirt for the season, so much so that it will carry throughout Autumn. It looks great tucked into tan shorts,  black mini skirts, white denim...

perfect chambray ex-boyfriend shirt in harvest wash

was $69.50

now $68.00

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The color of this skirt is amazing. I would pair it with a fisherman's sweater and flat sandals for the farmers market or a silk top and glitter clutch for evening.

pleated flutter skirt

was $88.00

now $39.99

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I'm such a sucker for bright yellow and navy... But the buttons down the front panel of the skirt is what does it for me. It is the perfect cut and length and the bow adds a touch of whimsical.

novella skirt

was $88.00

now $59.99

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Both of these bathing suits are real works of art. Mara Hoffman is royalty in the abstract print world.

mara hoffman® tiki bustier bikini

was $220.00

now $164.99



mara hoffman® half-top printed bikini

was $216.00

now $149.99

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Summer INStyle

It's happening... all the magazines I love are starting to print all the best summer looks for this season. Just thinking of sandals and bright colors and sun dresses makes me all giddy inside. Although, I feel like the summer trends are very similar to the spring styles- just a little less of the blazers and a little more bikinis. I have been keeping my eyes on all the new outfit choices popping up in the stores, and makes me a little giddy seeing all the shades of blue that designers are using. In the new issue of Instyle they have a great spread featuring some of the pieces that you need to buy for the upcoming season.

I have my eye on the...

:: R.J. Graziano resin bangles- Even though I can't afford a tropical vacation this year, wearing these will make a regular night out seem special.

:: Banana Republic cotton pullover- The light weight cotton blend is the perfect alternative to a sweater on a summer night. Plus, I can never say no to stripes. :)

::Acacia Swimwear- all the styles featured. These bathing suits are HOT!!I don't think you can say no to any of the them. The blue Aztec print on the last page is my ultimate fav. <3

What are your Summer must haves?

Paper Dolls

When I was younger my Mom treated my sister and I to a large magnetic paper doll set. She lived on the refrigerator and every morning when we came down for breakfast we would dress her for the day. She only had a few pieces that made up her clothing collection, but when you mixed and matched it just right she had so many outfits. That's where the inspiration came from for today's post... with just a few tweaks to your hair, accessories or make up you can have a different look with the same outfit. I fell in love with Madewells new striped drawstring tee dress, but when I was looking at it I saw so many different looks you could go for depending on the vibe you wanted to give off.

The four different looks that I am showcasing all use the same dress, but depending on the items I paired with it, changes the style of the outfit completely. Hope you can get inspired by my collections. xx ciao



Classic

Ray Ban Wayfarer sunnies
Grey Cord jacket
White Converse Allstars
Brixton woven fedora
Silk Scarf




Girly

Bauble Bar Necklace
Micheal Kors watch

 Natalie B.  Brass Cuff

Dragonfly Stack ring

Rebecca Minkoff  Mac Clutch

Seychelles Eye-to-Eye Wedge




Casual

Ralph Lauren glasses
Chan Luu friendship bracelets
Kate Spade beach bag
Saltwater Sandals




Rocker

Sprout Watch
Robert Geller for Levis type III denim vest
Urban Outfitters studded boots
Tasha slouchy beanie