Category: looks

the lace-up flat

The pointy-toe lace-up flat is all the rage these days, and it looks like the trend is going to stick for at least a while longer.  But how much is the trend worth to you?  To help you decide, I’ve gathered some options at every price level.  Happy shopping!

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From left to right, top to bottom:

City Classified Heat Lace Up Ballet Flat $25

BP ‘Katrina’ Pointy Toe Lace-Up Flat $60

Chinese Laundry Endless Lace-Up Flat $60

Steve Madden Eleanorr Lace Up Flat $80

Jeffrey Campbell ‘Atsuko’ Ankle Tie Ballet Flat $100

Summit White Mountain Karena Lace-Up Flat $130

Loeffler Randall Ambra Leather Lace-Up Flats $295

Michael Kors Collection Kallie Lace-Up Leather Flats $495

Aquazzura Christy Lace-Up Flats $675

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city chic

Hello lovelies!  Spring is on its way (yay!), and the sales going on this holiday weekend have me itching to stock up on transitional essentials.  Put away those yoga pants and Uggs and upgrade your around-town look.  Whether you’re running errands, grabbing coffee, or heading to class, there’s no excuse for slobbery.  Swap out those yoga pants and Uggs for these city chic pieces-

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Veronica Beard Chesterfield Dickey Coat on sale for $449 (orig. $1495).  I picked this coat up on clearance sale and it’s AMAZING!  The leather dickey is removable, and I suggest adding a raccoon or fox [faux, if you prefer,] fur stole for some upscale drama.  FYI, I typically wear a size 4 in coats for most brands, but I’m a pretty solid 2 in Veronica Beard coats and jackets.  Read their size guide/measurements before ordering!

Target “I NEED COFFEE” graphic tee $15; Target California Bear graphic tee $13; Target So Far So Good graphic tee $15.  So many cute graphic tees for a great price at Target!

AG Legging Ankle Jeans $225.  The ankle length legging jean is perfect for wearing under boots, with booties, flats, and heels.

Suede Ponte Leggings  by La Fee Verte $49 at Anthropologie; see also Free People Vegan Leggings for $98 from Zappos.  Waaaay more chic than black yoga pants, but just as comfy.

AG Ex-Boyfriend Skinny Jeans on sale for $141 (orig. $235).  A roomier/relaxed-fit jean for those days when you’re not feeling a tight legging or skinny jean.  It happens.

J. Crew Icon trench coat $298. Simply a classic versatile trench.

Marc by Marc Jacobs ‘New Too Hot to Handle’ leather hobo on sale for $358 (orig. $448).  A medium-to-large crossbody body bag is a must for cruising around the city – especially now that stores are charging $0.10 each for shopping bags.

Retrosuperfuture Brown Ciccio Sunglasses $189.  Bold glasses to protect your peepers.

Chloé Suzanna Studded Ankle Boot $1,345.  I’ve raved about these booties before (read blog post here), and I’m still in love with them.  They go with pretty much everything, are super comfy, and hold up extremely well.

Tod’s Fringed Metallic Leather Sneakers $725.  I am beyond obsessed with these sneakers and when/if they go on sale, I will snatch up a pair.  They also come in silver and black.

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Whimsies

Ah, Target.  Your powers are undeniable.  It is utterly impossible to run in and out without finding items I didn’t know I needed.  This week I picked up these great bits-

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Kale sweatshirt $19.99.  A lighter weight soft and cozy, cute and quirky, sweatshirt perfect for running around town or lounging at home.

Blanket scarf $19.99.  A cozy plaid blanket wrap scarf by Merona.  I’m usually not an acrylic fan, but this is a lovely soft midweight scarf.

Revlon Gel Envy in Wild Card $5.59.  A spunky bold blue in a quick-dry long-lasting formula.

Happy shopping!

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the Chloé Susanna

Yesterday I was stopped by a lovely young woman who wanted to know if the studded booties I was wearing were in fact Chloés.  She’d been lusting for a pair, but the price tag was (understandably) holding her back.  I will tell you what I told her– the shoes are AMAZING.

I purchased my first pair of Chloé Suzanna (aka Chloé Susanna) booties from The RealReal about 6 months ago now.  They’re gray with silver studs and shortly after purchasing them I took them on a month long trip to Europe.  Those booties walked all over the cobblestone streets of Prague and the vineyards and trails in southern Czech; yet still cleaned up nicely for the Opera in Vienna.  The shoes are super comfy and so well-made that after a solid month of daily trekking they show nominal wear. Pretty much the best travel shoes ever.

IMG_1056NB: I did proactively put sole protectors on my Chloés (as I do with most of my designer shoes) to extend their life. If you live near San Francisco, I strongly recommend Galletti for all your shoe protecting and/or repair needs!  

I was so impressed with the Chloés that I recently bought a second pair in black with gold studs.  And they’re equally if not more amazing, as well as super versatile.  See my recent blog on packing light for outfit ideas.

Yes, these shoes are very expensive.  That said, I did manage to find the black and gold pair on Farfetch for a few hundred less than I’d found at Barney’s or Saks (not to mention 10% off your first order, free shipping, and no tax!).

So, in sum, if you’ve been lusting for them, I definitely recommend splurging on the Chloé Susanna/Suzanna booties!  I certainly love mine and I plan to wear them forever and ever 🙂

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NYE glitz!

NYE is almost here and if you’re like me you still haven’t decided what to wear.  Eek!  We’re running out of time!  I managed to find some affordable options that (with expedited shipping) can be here in time for the big night.  You’ll notice they all have sequins, because girls dressed in sparkles have more fun.  Duh.

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ASOS Long Sleeve Sequin Stripe Maxi Dress – On sale for $118!   Tibi Gold and Crème short sleeve dress – On sale for $185.50!   Vila Sequin Low Back Maxi Dress – On sale for $70!  Emilio Pucci Silk Sequin Mini Dress – $145 + 20% off!  Diane Von Furtstenberg Black and Gold Silk Dress – $75 + 20% off!  ASOS Sequin Kimono Mini Dress in Navy – $117 (also in Rose Gold).  David Meister One Shoulder Dress – On sale for $165.50!  Boohoo All Over Sequin Dress – On sale for $31.50!

I ordered several and can’t wait to try them on!  Bring on 2016!!

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