fashion friday

I was sick this week – always super fun, since we all know that moms do not get sick days. At last my husband wasn’t traveling, so I wasn’t on my own! But I spent most of my week in yoga pants, in outfits kind of like this, only not as stylish and matching.

But meanwhile, I found a few little gems on my fashion blog this week!

I love this dress by H&M!! How cute is this?

This purse is at the top of my Christmas list. So if you’re reading this and plan on getting me a present, HINT HINT!

And HELLO! I think I must get me some boot socks. How lovely!

And meet my new favorite sweater coat:

That’s all for this week, folks! Check back next week when my decongestant-laden brain can think again!

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Last night, Jo-Lynne and I hosted a little girls night out with our fashion blog, All Things Chic, and Bloomingdales. It was a fabulous evening of pink cocktails, lively conversation and peeking at all the latest and greatest fashion trends – all with 15% of purchases going to benefit breast cancer. So, I thought I’d share a few of my favorite pieces at Bloomies right now!

Oh, this DKNY cocktail dress is GORGEOUS! And marked down to $102! This would be perfect for the holidays!
The Diane von Furstenberg wrap dress is a total classic. And this Julian Silk Jersey Wrap Dress (Orig $325.00, then it was $227.50) Well now its down to $136.50 – this is an investment piece, ladies!!

Wow. Just wow. Love this sweater.

Studded leather bracelets are so on trend right now – and so on sale!

Thinking ahead to summer, they have Miraclebody cropped jeans on sale for $26! Miraclebody has slimming panels, so they’re a little pricer, but totally worth it! (These were originally $64!)

I think I need to pick up a few of these Moleskine Notebooks for my gift stash! These are perfect graduation, teacher or whoever gifts and for only $9, I can stock up!

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Coats are hitting the stores and I love it. A great coat is a key element in your wardrobe – and can last for years. A good, classic coat is a fool-proof investment piece, but don’t away from a cheaper coat to add  some fun to your wardrobe!!

You can never, ever go wrong in a classic, double breasted peacoat in Black, Navy, Red, Gray or Camel. Invest in this one. You’ll wear it for years and years.

But don’t be afraid of a little embellishment, like a belt, ruffle or fur collar! Look at all the different looks you can get just in gray peacoats. Its ridiculous!!

And coats are an amazing way to add some color to a dull winter day! Could you even be in a bad mood while slipping into a bright yellow coat??

You can go totally glam… with leopard print!

Or casual chic…

Or even super casual!

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Tomorrow I’m co-hosting a twitter party with Classy Mommy and Go Mom to celebrate Rapunzel’s Celebration happening at Kensington Palace in London tomorrow when Rapunzel will join the court of Disney Princesses. The #TangledTweets party will start at 11am on October 1, so be sure to join us!

Meanwhile, who says you can dress like a princess in real life? Life is short!

Add a little sparkle!

And remember, a princess is always a lady! Luckily, ladylike looks are totally hot right now!

Don’t forget the pearls… 

via stella and dot

via net-a-porter

If only.

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I got a request last week from Megan: “Can you do a post on fall purses? My criteria are: not black, big enough to throw two diapers in, sturdy and the outside has to be wipeable (think leather and not suede)…”

She said “Purses” so I’m in! There are about a zillion good options, so lets narrow it down to just a few. Here they are from cheaper ones to the most expensive.

The Kim by Big Buddha is on Piperlime. Love the grey, love the structure, love the shoulder strap…

Um, YUMMY! Again, this Melie Bianso Ariana bag is so totally on trend that no one will notice the diapers you have stashed inside!!

Loving this color – and hobo bags are huge 😉 Wouldn’t this look great with a charcoal gray peacoat? Or a trench?

If you don’t want boring black, Orla Kiely is perfect! Does this bag just scream “fall”???

This is gorgeous. The Extra Mile bag from Hobo International is divine. And speaking of divine…
You can never go wrong with Kate Spade.

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Last night, Jo-Lynne and I hosted a fabulous fashion show at Neiman Marcus for Fashion Night Out. One of the huge perks of having a fashion blog.   We went in last week and pulled outfits for the show.

sidebar: Just picture it. Close your eyes for a second. You’re turned loose in Neiman Marcus to pick out whatever outfits you want. INCLUDING SHOES. Can you just see it? Can you just see me and Jo-Lynne doing this? Yeah, it was pretty hysterical.

Anyway, here are a few of my favorite trends and how to wear them!

I LOVE tweed jackets (Fall Trend #1). So chic. So classic. And it is possible to wear them without looking like you are having tea and crumpets with your grandma and her friends at the DAR. (Bonus points if you get the TV show reference….) Pair with wide leg trousers (Fall Trend #2) and oxford pumps (Fall Trend #3). Bonus points for a structured bag (Fall Trend #4)!

Next, I am in LOVE with Bordeaux (Fall Trend #5) and tie-neck blouses (Fall Trend #6). Pair them with flare jeans (Fall Trend #7) and Platform Heels (Fall Trend #8) and you’ll look FAB! Add some bold gold jewelry (Fall Trend #9) and throw on a cape (Fall Trend #10) and you are styling!

What’s your favorite trend??

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Well, its OBVIOUSLY been a rough week over here, what with the hurricane and the hospitalization and all… so I’m not super focused on fashion right now, even if I do have a fashion blog.

But I am not, however, dead. And next week IS my birthday. So here are a few suggestions, in case you feel compelled to get me a present.

1. The Rachel Bellbottom by 7 for All Mankind. SO perfect and totally on-trend for fall!

7 For All Mankind The Rachel Bellbottom

2. A sweater coat –  I LOVE this one by Lilly Pulitzer.

shere sweater coat by lilly pulitzer

3. A sweater cape. ‘Nuff said.

RD Style Sweater Cape

4. Poppy by Coach.

coach poppy eau de parfum spray

5. I need these to match my necklace.

silver fringe hoops by stella and dot

6. And, of course, you can never go wrong with a great purse!!

burberry check print top zip tote

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