Trendy Tuesdays

I hope everyone is having a great start to the week! I don't know about you, but personally I think Tuesdays are much worse than Mondays. Every Monday I can wake up with not too much of an issue, as it's a brand new week, but Tuesdays are always my downfall. I come to realize it's not even halfway through the week, and just how much stuff is to be done.

Today's trend is largely inspired by feminine dresses. This trend can be seen everywhere, as dresses are growing less short and more modest. I like to think of this trend à la Kate Middleton. Kate's great outfits are conservative, yet gorgeous and still show her off in the right places. A cinched waist, reserved neckline, and just-above-the-knee hemline are key factors in her outfits she wears to formal events.

Kate Middleton - Photo courtesy People.com

More and more designers are taking a cue from Kate and creating gorgeous pieces for us everyday folks, making us look as elegant as the Duchess herself.

Alexander McQueen Zip Bell Shape Dress - $2875 - Saks.com

Erdem Firecracker Print Ashley Dress - $910 - Saks.com

Jason Wu Printed Dress - $1995 - Saks.com

Moschino Cheap and Chic Polka Dot Jersey Dress - $695 - Saks.com

Peter Som Floral Stretch Silk Dress - $1150 - Saks.com

Valentino Pindot and Lace Dress - $2690 - Saks.com

Personally, I love this trend and hope that it will stay for a long time. No offense to those who love to wear dresses that barely cover anything, I think a look like this is much more classier and memorable. Out of all of these dresses, I think my favorite would have to be either the Valentino or Peter Som. Both are so gorgeous! Which is your favorite? Let me know!

Photos courtesy People.com and Saks.com

Mulberry Fall 2011

I hope everyone is having a great long weekend, Happy Labor Day! I thought today I'd post my favorite campaign for this fall, Mulberry. Mulberry was my favorite runway show back in February, I loved everything about it - the colors, the models, the designs, just every aspect! So I was more than pleased when I saw the first ad for this collection, and then the video ad. I hope you all love it as much as I do!



Video courtesy Youtube.com/user/fashionistadotcomny

Trendy Tuesdays

One of the biggest trends this fall is fur. Whether is be faux fur, rabbit fur, or fox fur, it's here to stay. Everyone has their own beliefs and opinions on whether or not to wear real fur, so I've included both real and faux fur in this post. The moment I knew fur would be big was when I watched the Gucci Fall 2011 runway show all the way back in February. The collection really took my breath away, and know fur is springing up everywhere.

Burberry London Fox-Trimmed Trenchcoat - $1995 -
Saks.com

Miu Miu Mongolian Fur Boots - $750 - Saks.com

Gucci Fox Fur Collar - $2990 - Saks.com

Ash Hannah Rabbit Fur & Leather Wedge Ankle Boots - $375 -
Saks.com

Alice + Olivia Gilda Fur Cuffed Sweater - $396 - Saks.com

The below pictures are all faux fur. Still as gorgeous as ever!

Marc by Marc Jacobs Penn Trenchcoat -$498 - Saks.com

Rachel Zoe Marianne Faux Fur Vest - $225 - Saks.com

Maison Martin Margiela MM6 Faux Fur Shrug - $425 -
Saks.com

How do you think you will style fur into your wardrobe this season? Boots, a bag, a scarf... let me know!

Rachel Zoe's Debut Collection: Days 5, 6, + 7

I figured I'd end this week with the last three days of Rachel Zoe's new collection. On Friday, she talked to Saks.com about her sequin mini dress - and AH, I was in love once again. This shift dress is gorgeous, I can see what she was talking about when she said it can be brought day-to-night. Out of all of her collection, I'd probably purchase this piece along with the tie-neck blouse.

Rachel Zoe Collection - Available at saksfifthavenue.com

On Saturday, the look was again completely gorgeous; a beige with leather trim cape that is my favorite I've seen so far. It's just amazing how classic, sophisticated, and glamorous a cape can look, but it's just stunning.

Rachel Zoe Collection - Available at Saksfifthavenue.com

Today's look was the most disappointing, in my eyes. With captivating looks on Friday and Saturday, I was expecting to be blown away, but this dress just didn't do it for me. The dress is pretty and definitely reminds me of Rachel with the vintage vibe, but it just doesn't seem like any special piece, but that's just me!

Rachel Zoe Collection - Available at Saksfifthavenue.com

...And that ends my Rachel Zoe rampage! I hope you guys liked this three-part post I did on the Rachel Zoe event for Saks, and tell me if this is something you'd like to see again! Also, what was your favorite piece of the seven? To refresh your memory, my previous posts are here and here. Personally, I'm really town between Days 1, 5, and 6 (the peacoat, the shift dress, and the cape). Hope you all stayed safe with the Hurricane, and see you tomorrow!

All photos from Saks.com

Shoe Lust

As all is winding down in anticipation for the hurricane tomorrow, I wanted to do a light post and share my favorite Fall 2011 Jimmy Choo shoes! Feel free to drool and add to a wishlist, these are all amazing...

Jimmy Choo Bejeweled Heel Satin Pump - $1,695 -  NeimanMarcus.com

Jimmy Choo Whirl Glitter-Toe Ballet Flats - $345 - Saks.com

Jimmy Choo April Calfskin Over-the-Knee Boots -
$1,395 - Saks.com

Jimmy Choo Briant Wedge Boots - $825 - JimmyChoo.com

Jimmy Choo Morse Leopard Flats - $495 - JimmyChoo.com

Jimmy Choo Eros Platform Shoes - $750 - JimmyChoo.com

What is your favorite shoe? I'd have to say either the Bejeweled Heel Pumps or Glitter-Toe Ballet Flats. And those OTK boots..?! Ah, I love them all!

Rachel Zoe's Debut Collection: Days 3+4

Yesterday I had to give myself yet another sick day, but I feel almost 100% today, I promise!

Today I want to go over Rachel Zoe's looks for Wednesday and Thursday. Personally I love love love love love the second look, but not a huge fan of the first.

Rachel Zoe - Available at saksfifthavenue.com

I don't completely despise this look, but if you watch the "runway" clip of the model wearing this outfit, I don't really like just how the pants come across. Nonetheless, I love the jacket and think it would look amazing with a nice pair of dark-wash jeans. I love a beige jacket, and the military style with gold buttons really does look gorgeous.

Rachel Zoe - Available at saksfifthavenue.com

When I saw this look, it only took a measly glance and I already knew I was in love. As Rachel Zoe said, " [sparkles] ... they're kind of my favorite thing ever." This cardigan is so cute, I love the white with black, it looks classy despite the risk of being trashy with so many sequins. And the blouse, well, it's already sold out. I know, I was upset too. The blouse is so gorgeous, right on trend for this fall.

Which of these looks do you prefer? Let me know!

Rachel Zoe's Debut Collection: Days 1+2

Happy Tuesday! I'm sorry for no post yesterday, but I've come down with the flu and yesterday was a really horrible day. I mean, really, only I would get the flu the last full week of summer before school starts up.

Anyway, I figured I'd start this delayed week with Rachel Zoe's event for Saks Fifth Avenue where she introduces a look from her debut collection that she particularly likes. On Monday, she talked about a beautiful peacoat with striking bootcut jeans and the cutest ankle boots. The jacket and jeans are already not available online! It's not too surprising, though, considering the gorgeous look. I've been looking for a nice peacoat to invest in, and this coat is really one of the best I've seen.

Rachel Zoe - Available on saksfifthavenue.com

The second look that she talks about is a powerful grey suit that's perfect for work and also versatile, as she mentions in the video talking about the look. Again, it's crazy and the pants are already sold out in every size except 0! And this is just a pre-sale, as the items aren't out until the end of September.

Rachel Zoe - Available on saksfifthavenue.com

Check out the rest of the Rachel Zoe collection here and let me know what you think - I'm definitely a fan! I've watched countless episodes of her show, especially the past few days while I've been sick.

All photos courtesy saksfifthavenue.com