A M A N D A J E A N I E

Perhaps a Peplum?

2012-02-17T06:21:00.009-08:00

Peplums are back I hear. From what I keep reading about Spring trends. 'What the hell is a peplum?' you say. A peplum is a short overskirt that is usually attached to a fitted jacket, shirt or dress. (thanks wikipedia) Huh. Neat. I like this one.

And how freaking amazing is this YSL vintage peplum skirt??? Like whoa. I want to drink bubbly and pick flowers just looking at it.

ModCloth's down with the peplum, too.

One more. Alice + Olivia's precious purple peplum picked a party party!

Alright, ladies. I'm peplum-ed out. However, I think I'm sold on these ruffly little ditties. They are the perfect marriage of sexy+structure+flirty. They're kiiiinda special.

TIBI jacket

YSL skirt

ModCloth dress

Alice + Olivia skirt

Be Dewy, Dollface

2012-02-16T18:13:00.001-08:00

Hi! Oh Hi! Today I'm sharing some of my most favorite beauty products. These are my go-to prettifiers. Mostly, I like to feel fresh and dewy...and a good moisturizer is my most essential requirement. Kate Somerville is the creme de la awesomeness. I'm obsessed. I've been hooked on her products ever since I first moved to LA. I alternate between her 'Nourish' moisturizer and the 'Deep Tissue Repair'. The 'Deep Tissue Repair' costs a pretty penny, but I only use it during the winter months because my skin freaks out and I'm like a dry lizard. 'Nourish' smells delightful and it will take all the willpower you possess not to rub it all over your body. It's so creamy and wonderful. For serious. The Bio-Oil I use on my bod and sometimes even on my face (see lizard note above). It absorbs quickly and leaves you ultra-dewy.

Cheeks: Jemma Kidd cheek ID is so cutie and perky and pinky. Love. I've used it on my cheeks and lips and it's the perfect shade of dollface pink. Then I like to highlight my cheekbones and along the bridge of my nose with the shimmery Nars stick. It gives a little pop while still keeping the dewy. Did I mention I like dewy?

So now that you're moisturized and pink-cheeked, coat your lashes in Fresh's Supernova mascara. It is the best mascara I've ever used! So inky and thick. Go get you some.

The Maybelline Baby Lips is a new love of mine. Just found it at the drugstore one day. I first bought the Quench shade and then quickly went back and bought Pink Punch and Cherry Me. It's just a good balmy consistency and the Cherry Me gives ya some sweet red tint.

Hope you enjoy! Happy moisturizing!

Kate Somerville Products: here
Jemma Kidd Cheek I.D.: available at target and also here
Nars Copacabana Stick: here
Fresh Supernova Mascara: here
Bio-Oil: available at most drugstores and also here
Maybelline Baby Lips SPF 20: check your local drugstores!

Red versus Pink

2012-02-14T04:41:00.006-08:00

Are you wearing red or pink panties today? Or maybe a little bit of both? Whatever you're wearing I hope you feel loved by someone, but most importantly I hope you love yourself and treat yourself to something fancy today. You're a hot little dish and don't you forget it! Here's to a romantical day full of smooches. And then more smooches. And then chocolate.

Red versus Pink by amandajeanie featuring a leather tote

Top
$225 - dana-maxx.com

Juicy Couture t shirt
$58 - juicycouture.com

Deborah Marquit lace bra
$195 - net-a-porter.com

Deborah Marquit sheer panty
$110 - net-a-porter.com

Honeydew Intimates vintage panty
$14 - nordstrom.com

Rachel Comey high heels
$340 - solestruck.com

Marc Jacobs leather tote
$2,109 - mytheresa.com

Kate Spade gold handbag
$193 - couture.zappos.com

Kate Spade plastic bangle
$88 - bloomingdales.com

Juicy Couture leather jewelry
$48 - bloomingdales.com

Karen Walker Eyewear heart sunglasses
$180 - gargyle.com

Ray-Ban red sunglasses
$145 - extremesupply.com

Leather glove
$47 - asos.com

Hartlington Card
£2.50 - jackwills.com

Sarah Jessica Parker: Pretty in Pink-Tough in Leather.

2012-02-09T09:46:00.000-08:00

I love this whole look. I saw it on two different sites today, Go Fug Yourself and Just Jared (my daily guilty indulgences of all things celebrities, fashion disasters and gossip-y goodnesses...don't judge me...once you go there you'll be hooked too).

Back to SJP's look she donned at the 2012 amFAR New York Gala. It's a mix of classic, pretty princess meets edgy, cool chick. I love it to bits. Oscar de la Renta dress + Theyskens Theory leather jacket = Pure fun and elegance. Oh and the teensy white gloves! Adorable.

Victoria Victoria Beckham SS12

2012-02-07T10:03:00.000-08:00

*Sigh*
This collection is just darling. The classic shapes and lines of Victoria's dresses are making me dizzy with joy. They are fun, simple and clean. No accessorizing needed. Just put in a spunky pony tail, throw on some heels and get out the door. The prints are whimsical and light....there are scallops, kitty cats and clouds with sparkly raindrops. Sparkly raindrops! What fun!

view entire collection: here

Bag Love

2012-02-06T05:13:00.000-08:00

Pretty bags for pretty Mondays! I'm slightly obsessed with that buttery grey Diesel bag. It seems as if I could put my whole world in there, including snacks. Oh, beautiful tiny purple lizard skin bag, I am so crazy about you. Really, dear bags, I'm kinda crazy about all of you. You, Ms. Minkoff, with your brilliant color blocking and contrasting leather and linen...that pointy hardware...you give me chills. Sea green Mermaid, you're a netty little number and I imagine you a drop of cheer to all those who meet you. Miss Topshop, your scallop-y edges give you such vintage flair! Oh, Lady Felix Rey, your kissy face and luscious lashes make me giggle. And you, Stella python, you are a sweet, sweet funky thang with that neon edging.

I heart you all! Come live with me!

Diesel Gallia Traveler: here
Rebecca Minkoff Collette Linen + Leather: here
Urban Expressions Mermaid Cove: here
The Row Mini Twin: here
Felix Rey Kissy Face: here
Topshop Scalloped: here
Stella McCartney Faux Python: here

Love Interruption by Jack White

2012-02-03T10:58:00.001-08:00

It's Friday. I have some wild energy. I'm currently loving the song Love Interruption by Jack White. It makes me want to get dressed, put on some red lipstick and do something bad. Not like change your world bad, but more like wear a tutu and carry a blood red python clutch and go flirt with the city like something fierce and hot. OH.Yeah. Take that! Happy Friday. Hope your weekend is hot and naughty and delicious.

Love Interruption by Jack White by amandajeanie featuring gold stackable rings

Rebel Yell screen print shirt
$79 - shopthetrendboutique.com

Madewell
$98 - madewell.com

Black pantyhose
$24 - topshop.com

Dolce&Gabbana leather buckle boots
£475 - net-a-porter.com

Python clutch
$895 - intermixonline.com

ASOS animal earrings
$18 - asos.com

House of Harlow 1960 gold stackable ring
$70 - shopthetrendboutique.com

Jennifer Meyer Jewelry gold stackable ring
$275 - taigan.com

Jennifer Meyer Jewelry gold stackable ring
$175 - ylang23.com

Nails In In The Red
£5 - topshop.com

to DO or to DON'T: White Blazer Edition

2012-02-02T11:59:00.000-08:00

White blazers, I must admit, kinda scare me. I really don't sport blazers or anything menswear inspired. I'm quite petite and blazers tend to look a bit off on me. But these white jackets have me intrigued. I think I heart it. I think it's a to DO!!!

Anne Hathaway looks so funky and chic (don't even get me started on her sunnies!). The Elvis rocker tee definitely makes this look fun. Her tuxedo blazer is by Balmain.

And this gal looks rhetts for a day out in the city. Loving the pops of purple. Does she have a hang nail? I don't know. This breezy blaze is from Forever 21.

She's cute in a kind of messy way. I think she smokes cigarettes and talks trash a lot.

Very girly and well accessorized. This is one of my faves. The textured dress and the chunky jewels contrast nicely.

I have everything in this outfit minus the blazin' blazer. You could even swap out the black skinny pants for some dark denim and add some bright shoes for a little more punch. She looks ready for a martini.

YAY! Love this to pieces. Maybe it's partly my current obsession with neon, but this girl looks comfortable and different and totally herself. H&M blazer

sources

fun & free: here, pops of color: here, oh so casual: here, girly girl: here, date night: here, to DO: here

"to DO or to DON'T" thanks heidi&emily!

Sunglasses I'm currently coveting...

2012-01-29T11:46:00.000-08:00

If you know me well, then you know that I love (LOVE!) me some sunny sunglasses. I have a mini-collection. It's no Rachel Zoe fill-your-entire-closet-full-kinda-collection by any means, but I do indulge in nice shades from time to time. Nice sunglasses are like nice shoes....they go with everything, they feel heavy and expensive, and they make you invisible to mean people & bad days when you slip them on.

These geometric block Dita Eyewear sunnies make me giggle and twirl. Gwennie rocked them. Why can't I? Hmm, maybe because I just bought some dark and sultry Elizabeth & James frames and my wallet says, "sorry babe."

Maybe next month.

photo source: here

Neons

2012-01-26T16:11:00.000-08:00

It seems everywhere I look lately I'm seeing a neon color palette. Personally, I can't pull off neon yellow pants, but I do love some of the other options....like the Jason Wu messenger bag. And the blinding platforms? Pretty amazing. However, the McQueen pinkies are my favorite. I need those in my closet for those days when you just feel spunky and need to kick some A.

Print: here
Doloris Petunia statement necklace: here
Jason Wu messenger bag: here
Juicy Couture sweater: here
Electro Pop bandage skirt: here
Rag & Bone yellow legging: here
Giuseppe Zanotti colorblock platforms: here
Alexander McQueen pinkies: here

Channeling Z. Deschanel

2012-01-25T13:32:00.001-08:00

I have a little girl crush on Zooey Deschanel. Her wardrobe on the show New Girl makes me smile and want to go shopping immediately. Her looks are always interesting, fresh and modern, but also seem charmingly vintage. Of course the fact that her character is a total quirky, eccentric, fun girl who sings her thoughts and can't say the word 'penis' adds even more adorableness.

Channeling Z. Deschanel by amandajeanie featuring a bowler bag

Oasis top
$27 - oasis-stores.com

Mulberry light blue skirt
$435 - mulberry.com

Pointed flat
$35 - modcloth.com

Karen Millen bowler bag
£200 - houseoffraser.co.uk

Disaya chain jewelry
$206 - asos.com

Madewell acetate sunglasses
$134 - madewell.com

what.i.like.today(and i should be packing)

2009-09-22T12:37:00.000-07:00

this picture

Chloe Sevigny's pretty polka dot Emmy dress
this white fold over clutch by Clare Vivier

Alexa Chung's cutie dress

these HOT! Alexander Wang wedges!!!

rachel bilson's outfit to the Coco before Chanel premiere

little.bunny.fou.fou.

2009-09-01T12:31:00.000-07:00

the olsens are kewl.

source:olsens anonymous

happy weekend

2009-08-14T09:18:00.000-07:00

Cucumber Martini Recipe (from www.drinknation.com)

2 oz. Vodka (Grey Goose)
1/4 oz. Lemon Juice
2 slices Cucumber
3 pieces Mint
1/2 oz. Sugar Syrup

Muddle mint and a cucumber slice in a cocktail shaker. Add other ingredients and ice. Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass, and garnish with a slice of cucumber and a fresh mint sprig. OMG, hurrrrrr up 5 o' clock!

Tom Ford Sunglasses

I wish these sunnys were accompanying me on my trip this weekend. Add a vintage convertible, a headscarf and a BFF and I'd never come back.

I heart Francoise Hardy....her music, her bangs, her striped tee. Yes yes and yes.

Cute cartoon...Be Yourself:)

Kisses and Happy Friday!!!!!

Photo Sources: Drink Nation, Tom Ford, Google Images, ffffffffffound, LeLove

shorts + blazer

2009-08-12T07:00:00.000-07:00

Check out this cutie blogger/fashionista at The Vintage Society. Both the shorts and the blazer are thrift store items paired with Michael Kors wooden platforms and an American Apparel tank.

The result: fun, dressy enough for work, cool and breezy. Kinda makes me want a martini, extra olives and some scandalous conversation about men. Is very Carrie Bradshaw, no??

Source: The Vintage Society

leighton meester

2009-08-11T13:26:00.000-07:00

So adorable and perky and playful and pouty. I love it. Hot red shoes!!! Can we be bestest friends and share clothes and shoes and jewels and laughs?

Photo Source: Wire Image

Shoes for Tues

2009-08-11T08:34:00.000-07:00

These navy wedges are on my wish list for fall...perfectly subdued, yet quirky and classic all at the same time. Unfortunately, Anthropologie is all out of my size! Gosh dern it.

frIdAY PrEttY PiCtures

2009-08-07T11:13:00.000-07:00

i lurrrve bags

2009-08-07T10:39:00.000-07:00

just the right amount of funky

-cute striped sweetie bags

-gold ballet carrier

-silver leather shopper

all by london designer Natalie Thakur , available in the states here.

lake.lake.lake.

2009-07-08T10:38:00.000-07:00

I'm off to Alabama for some hot and sultry Lake days. There will be sunshine. There will be frothy cold cocktails, boats, cute swimmies, big sunglasses, flip flops and smiles.

Ted Baker Straw Hat

Chick Downtown Vintage Collection Lace Dress

Jets by Jessika Allen Bikini

Essie Nail Polish in "watermelon"

ONLY Patron Denim Cut-offs

District Lines Boat Tee

My Sunshine Zip Pouch by Wet Seal

Midas Jackie-O Shades

Camera Tote Bag at Cafe Press

Havaianas

Clinique SPF 50!!!

i heart a stud(s)

2009-07-08T09:28:00.000-07:00

sooo very darling. little brass vintage heart studs by steven alan.

right now

2009-06-26T07:56:00.001-07:00

In lieu of recent world events, such as death, war, protests and disease...be here NOW! This is it. This is life. Do it good.

On my Saturday Agenda: homemade waffles, morning tea and kisses, bicycles, yoga, writing, reading, farmer's market, more yoga, veggie pizzas from scratch, picking flowers, red wine, friends, love, laughter, dancing, lemonade, planning, scheming.....

gasp valentino fall collection

2009-06-25T05:35:00.000-07:00

Way out of my league. Maybe a Valentino fairy will deliver a few gratis. Until that dreamy day, goodbye mi bellezze. Ti amo.

Available at the glorious Neiman Marcus

so crispy

2009-06-24T13:42:00.000-07:00

these guys are impeccably perfect and beautiful and crisp and clean and not rumply whatsoever. i want to nuzzle my face up against miranda's incredible PRADA handbag. did they just have duo facials??? how do they glow so? maybe they did their yoga this morn....

must.find

2009-06-24T07:38:00.001-07:00

who makes this dress??? i need it.

this is sylvana soto-ward of Vogue Magazine...

instant.cheer

2009-06-23T06:20:00.000-07:00

RECIPE FOR SMILES:

throw on a swingin' little number, some sandals, some shades and hit the sidewalks. sing to yourself. repeat.

friday.love

2009-06-19T07:34:00.000-07:00

how do you choose

2009-06-19T07:12:00.000-07:00

when they are all so darling???

Tucker by Gaby Basora

same thing. different story.

2009-06-17T14:00:00.000-07:00

i love these etsy skirts by Ramona West - i feel like i would wear them non-stop! each skirt is made from a vintage men's shirt, creating these super cute high waist skirts. each skirt is one-of-a-kind. i know there are a gazillion short skirts on the market right now, but i favor these flirty little ditties because it's taking something old and making something new. so perfect for summer!

chanel iman & diane k

2009-06-16T20:58:00.000-07:00

ruffles are magical and t-straps are bonkers. gimme gimme.

friday advice

2009-06-12T07:40:00.001-07:00

cuties.around.town

2009-06-12T07:06:00.001-07:00

photo sources: just jared, altamira nyc, sartorialist

almost.the.weekend.

2009-06-11T13:56:00.000-07:00

stylin' papa

2009-06-10T09:02:00.000-07:00

dickies western shirt

dolce and gabbana light blue pour homme

peter grimm driver's cap

james perse tees

subscription to men's health

ipod shuffle

10,000 dollar rolex...haha

leather man-bag from aldo

peter grimm fedor

american eagle boat shoes

simplicity and biceps

2009-06-04T10:11:00.000-07:00

love the shoes.

love the bag.

love everything.

LOVE LOVE LOVE the necklace.

and-her arms are killer...

rainy la la

2009-06-03T18:12:00.001-07:00

inspiring me today on this rainy afternoon....

stripes///stripes\\\stripes///

2009-06-02T08:38:00.001-07:00

i am loving stripes right now. check out super striped summery pieces by Built by Wendy

the.perfect.friday

2009-05-29T10:29:00.001-07:00

eruca denim

zimmerman 'frankie' halter dress

chanel no 5

loeffler randall 'margo' flats

louis vuitton dog carrier

my dream puppy...

goldstar plastic aviator sunglasses

red, red wine and netflix = perfect friday

oh friday

2009-05-29T09:45:00.001-07:00

friday outfit collage coming soon...check back later

chanel.inspires.again

2009-05-28T07:28:00.000-07:00

Everything I could want right now: a little red, a little white, my hair just right, a wicker bag at my side, flat sandals, perfume and a train ride.

To sum up, I want to be classic, you know? Like Audrey Tautou in the new Chanel 5 ad... a little zest and rock’n roll paired with pure sensuality and old school elegance.

For real--WATCH THE FILM--then you will see.

sexy.summer.

2009-05-27T12:29:00.000-07:00

"I felt really sexy the whole time," she said.

Clothes can sometimes make me feel that way.

Especially on a hot, sultry vacation.

Dreaming of sailing.

Islands and Greece and coconuts...

I've been eyeing the Toast catalog.

Their clothes are so relaxed and feminine,

and the photos make me feel like I'm already on vacation!

this.makes.me.teary

2009-05-27T12:22:00.001-07:00

5th grade class covers LANDSLIDE by Fleetwood Mac. I love them...

etsy.artists.continually.amaze.me

2009-05-27T11:32:00.000-07:00

This girl does some beautiful stuff to plain 'ole cotton t-shirts!!! I am dying to know her secret shredding technique. Seriously, these shirts are stunning. The designer creates one of a kind styles by shredding and hand dying 100 percent cotton t-shirts. The result...beautiful textures and super nifty draping. She also does scarves!!

Visit her etsy boutique at Urban Revisions

thoughts for today

2009-05-26T12:53:00.000-07:00

what if...

2009-05-26T12:44:00.000-07:00

this were my shoe rack. oh wow. i would drink champagne every night.

happy.holiday

2009-05-25T07:49:00.000-07:00

We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skies
That blood of heroes never dies.

gimme.gimme.gumdrops

2009-05-22T11:27:00.000-07:00

Dannijo Polina entangled yumminess necklace that would go with all my gazillions of white tshirts. Jewelry fairy.....please deliver promptly. Thanks.

summer.breezy.cool.

2009-05-22T10:36:00.001-07:00

Shirt by Irwin & Jordan at my-wardrobe; Ray Ban Classic Wayfarer sunglasses at asos; H81 Bleach Frayed Denim Skirt at forever21; I have a dream sweater by Sonia Rykiel at net-a-porter; Dress by Vanessa Bruno at net-a-porter; Bag by Pauric Sweeney at Browns; Heart pumps at Topshop

sally.jane.be.selling.cuteness

2009-05-22T09:41:00.000-07:00

Sally Jane Vintage is a blog I check daily, like every morning, with my cup of tea. She has a store on ebay and a new etsy store. Check it. She's the coolest.

i.love.her

2009-04-29T10:26:00.001-07:00

Mary Kate at Matthew Williamson for H&M

Photo: JustJared

if.i.could.be.a.celebrity.couple

2009-04-22T15:59:00.000-07:00

i would pick justin and jessica. they are the cutest. justin would make me giggle whilst my hair looked ever soooo shiny, my skin radiant, and my perfect white tank with that cool zipper pocket thingy gleamed...my black boots divine....

his specs are quite fantastic as well.

photos: justjared

heidi.romp.romp.

2009-04-21T15:02:00.000-07:00

Recently on a night out, my friend Heidi busted out the cutest little black romper (see first picture). I was instantly in love. She looks ADORABLE! I've been hunting around for something similar....Urban Outfitters to the rescue!

Photos: Heidi Cutie Pie (my personal pic)

Urban Outfitter's Website

Necklush=Something Kinda Awesome

2009-04-21T08:12:00.000-07:00

These things are adorable!!

Available at Etsy

marilyn

2009-04-08T17:07:00.000-07:00

I netflixed Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Cute movie BTW!!! I was more captivated by the costumes than anything else. AND of course the bling and sparkle....diamonds galore honey!!!

i.think.i.need.a.tutu

2009-04-05T08:50:00.001-07:00

Sienna and her cute self

Photo: KnightCat

tour.de.force

2009-03-26T21:11:00.000-07:00

SUPER cool headbands!!! I want to have a party that requires a headdress upon entrance. No headpiece....no cocktail for you, Missy.

Available at Tour de Force

Notte.Sento

2009-03-26T20:47:00.001-07:00

beautiful video:)

~smokin~

2009-03-10T12:29:00.000-07:00

I love her make-up on the cover. Dress by Balmain.

Photo: JustJared

i.wanna.be.like.fifi.lapin

2009-03-10T12:19:00.000-07:00

She's wearing her Chanel sunnys and Christian Louboutin pillar box super red heels.

Those shoes make me woozy.

this.is.me.check.back.soon.

2009-03-04T16:20:00.000-08:00

lanvin.sparkler

2009-02-27T08:26:00.000-08:00

oh so deeelish

photo: jak&jil

You knew it was coming...

2009-02-20T13:38:00.000-08:00

RACHEL OUT AND ABOUT AT MERCEDES BENZ FASHION WEEK

Can I please just set up camp in her walk-in closet?

Photo: The Wire

must.be.nice

2009-02-20T13:25:00.001-08:00

Mary Kate and Nicole at Proenza Schouler NYFW

La Garconne

2009-02-18T14:12:00.000-08:00

I am obviously feeling the greys and blacks because here are my picks from the fabulous La Garconne website:

Mirror Fantasy Tee by Something--I really can't stop staring at it.

Zucca Sweatshirt Cape--How cozy...

3.1 Phillip Lim Mini Dress--So sweet

Vanessa Bruno Peekaboo Lace Tank--Goes with everything

Something Else Crepe Pant--I need these for my Costa Rica trip

Costume National Drawstring Tote--I'm digging the drawstrings lately...thanks to Prada

Repetto Enfance Flat

All items available at La Garconne

Nappa Antik Drawstring Bag

2009-02-17T08:19:00.000-08:00

Me Likey!!!!

By Prada...of course.

Available at Barney's

you.are.loved.

2009-02-14T07:00:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentine's Day. Kissy Kissy.

Photo: Flickr

fRiDaY woRdz...

2009-02-13T05:34:00.000-08:00

Elle Style Awards

2009-02-10T10:43:00.001-08:00

Pixie Geldof and Alexa Chung: Simplicity. They look fresh faced and sexily thrown together...I am loving their long, layered charms.

Sienna Miller: She's cute and le frou-frou as usual.

**I want both of Alexa's dresses, the white tiered spaghetti strap and the beautiful black mini.

always on the tee hunt

2009-02-10T10:09:00.000-08:00

LnA...I would like every style in every color, puh-leez. Thanks.

Check out the tees, dresses and tanks!

reading.material.

2009-02-03T10:22:00.000-08:00

I'm gonna go purchase the UK Elle magazine today. Look at the cover! Gwennie looks adorable in Dolce&Gabbana Spring/Summer 2009 Collection.

hotness.on.a.platter

2009-02-03T09:00:00.000-08:00

yowzers.

Pour La Victoire Paige Motorcycle Sandals

must.find.a.way

2009-02-02T21:09:00.000-08:00

This jacket belongs in my closet. It is destiny.

McQ Linen blend Biker Jacket $745

The Boot Commandments

2009-02-02T10:41:00.000-08:00

The Boot Commandments

When wearing skirts or dresses:

If you are short and want to wear a skirt/dress and boots, you should wear a miniskirt with dark, opaque tights and dark boots. The monochromatic color scheme is elongating. If you want to go bare legged make sure the top is conservatively cut...long sleeves, high neckline. If you're tall and want to wear a skirt/dress and boots, WhoWhatWear suggests you wear a skirt that hits just above the knee, especially if you're going bare legged. It's all about proportion--you don't want to show more bare leg than skirt. Unless you're wearing tights, skip the miniskirt because tall plus mini can equal hoochie hoochie.

When wearing jeans:

If you're going to wear flat boots, you should wear skinny jeans tucked inside your boots. Do not wear them over your flat boots; this is a look reserved for boots with heels. If you are short and worry that tucking jeans into boots will make you look even shorter, you should wear a longer top(anything that hits a few inches below your hipbones). This will give the impression of a longer torso. If you're curvy, it's best to stick to dark denim or black jeans. If you're tall, you are lucky and pretty much anything goes.

Sources: Altamira NYC, Sally Jane Vintage, WhoWhatWear

purple.n.aqua

2009-01-28T08:55:00.001-08:00

jessica alba = cute and sassy 24/7

photos: justjared.com

Little Darlin'

2009-01-27T07:57:00.000-08:00

There's a hitch in my giddy-up.

These Givenchy boots will stomp you all the way from Paris Fashion Week.

Stomp. Stomp.

Throw in the Prada fringe bag and I'll see ya later. Where's my horse?

Photo: Jak&Jil

Don't be a Victim of

2009-01-26T11:36:00.000-08:00

Look at all the Spring yumminess heading your way...

Elizabeth & James jazz dress

Aurelie Bidermann gold feather necklace

Renaud Pellegrino gold sequined clutch

Sergio Rossi zip back sandals

Vanessa Bruno square shoulder bag

Emilio Pucci printed sunnies

the.time.slips.away.then.its.the.weekend

2009-01-22T17:42:00.000-08:00

historic.happy.day

2009-01-20T09:35:00.000-08:00

if.i.were.a.celeb.on.a.sunny.tuesday.

2009-01-20T07:18:00.000-08:00

i would sip my tea and make online shopping my top priority of the day

happy.sunny.saturday

2009-01-17T11:36:00.000-08:00

Don't forget your shades.

Source: Igor + Andre

Sebastien Tellier - Divine

2009-01-14T21:07:00.001-08:00

I sorta love this guy. And the song is my new fave.

pretty.pictures.while.procastinating.

2009-01-14T15:47:00.000-08:00

photo sources: cobrasnake, foto decadent, le love, flickr

shove.it.by.santogold

2009-01-13T08:20:00.000-08:00

J. Dauphin love in chains

Goldstar plastic aviator sunglasses

SURevolution ridged cuff

Clu henley tank

3.1 Phillip Lim jacket

All Saints boot

Fun Accessories metal bangles

CC Skye black geometric bangle

Rokit silver zip pull earrings

Marc Jacobs yellow bag

it's hard to live in the city

2009-01-12T09:51:00.001-08:00

MK sittin' pretty

Source: Knightcat/Flickr

goldens

2009-01-12T09:34:00.000-08:00

I haven't had a proper minute to scour all the photos from the Golden Globes, but I did get a chance to peruse the arrivals on Wire Image. Here are my faves so far:

*Maggie Gyllenhaal in a GORGEOUS Lanvin dress

*Eva Mendes is always adorable

*Cameron Diaz (I love the color of this dress BUT most of all, I'm kinda obsessed with her hair color...it's darker at the roots...pretty)

if i were escaping to an island...

2009-01-09T12:57:00.000-08:00

i would wear this

and a huge pair of sunglasses

while i sip my champagne

and eat my strawberries

whilst the waves crashed

Shay Todd Handkerchief Swimsuit

this seat's taken

2009-01-09T12:23:00.000-08:00

Well, hello, sweet chocolatey milky goodness. I will eat you.

Bag by Balenciaga

Photo: Jak&Jil

pretty.in.pale.lavender

2009-01-09T11:13:00.000-08:00

some people will dazzle you in their purple poofs, romantic blouses and creamy suede strappy plats.

some people are cute as a button.

jessica alba

wire image

i.heart.polaroids

2009-01-09T11:04:00.000-08:00

Agyness Deyn

Veronica Webb

Lorenzo Martone and Peter Marino

Leigh Lezark and Geordon Nichols

Snaps from the Louis Vuitton and Marc Jacobs tribute to Stephen Sprouse

Source: Wire Image

hey there blue

2009-01-07T17:06:00.000-08:00

Dear Mr. Blue Shoes,

What's in your bag? I think you're realllly cool regardless, but I bet you have neat-o stuff in there.

Good day.

~ A

Photo Source: Face Hunter

i.want.her.hair

2009-01-07T15:39:00.000-08:00

Blog inspiration is lame these days, people. My thoughts are wandering around aimlessly. This chick's hair is so lustrous. Maybe it's the hair/skin combo....I bet she drinks coconut milk. Should I get bangs???

Photo Source: Cobrasnake

Freeze Baby

2009-01-06T12:15:00.000-08:00

Anna Wintour...aka Vogue police. HA! Love it.

Source: Artaksiniya Drawing

things inspiring me today...

2009-01-05T09:09:00.000-08:00

nicole's pretty green headscarf

old black and white photo
lovisa burfitt fashion sketches

motto for 2009...let love shine

chloe sevigny's nye outfit (the shoes! the bangles! the skirt!)

We Meet Again

2008-12-31T12:05:00.000-08:00

One day, Longchamp Bowler, one day. This is so not over.
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

hypothetical.n.y.e.

2008-12-29T20:57:00.000-08:00

Handbag Edition: Travel Essentials

2008-12-21T09:27:00.000-08:00

Listen up, Jet-Setters, consult this quick and easy TOP TEN FLYING ESSENTIALS checklist so you won't be left mile high and dry.

1. Big roomy bag that can easily fit the necessities to follow

2. Sub-purse to hold creams and beautifying assets (*see Pre-landing Beauty Plan below)

3. Pre-Landing BEAUTY PLAN: assess face in compact mirror, spritz facial hydrating mist, apply a rich moisturizer, administer eyedrops, dab dab rosy cheek stain, glam mascara, pucker up for some lipgloss and finally, hand cream. Checkedy-Check. Fresh face in tact!

4. Gum

5. A great book

6. Small journal and pen

7. Almonds (so you can bypass free airline snacks--Yucko!!)

8. Sunglasses

9. I-pod and earphones

10. Blackberry

Essential Traveling Attire

2008-12-19T07:45:00.001-08:00

Hello, welcome to Flight Yucko, non-stop service to Dreadsville. Nothing is worse than airplane travel these days. But with a little pre-planning and expert packing you will remain comfy, cozy and well prepared for a freezing plane or a sniffly neighbor.

Pringle of Scotland button neck poncho

Old Navy Henley

Ron Herman dip dye scarf **(probably the most important thing to bring! A huge scarf can serve as your on board blankie or quickly transform into a germ shield)

Miu Miu Bowler**(New Post Coming Soon: Travel Essentials-Handbag Edition)

Yesstyle.com washed skinnys

Jimmy Choo biker boots

Juicy Couture polka dot socks

In simple formula terms:

cozy cardigan + soft under layer + super comfy jeans + flat boots + ginormous scarf + roomy bag for key carry on items = happy flying!!!

FrOSt iS NiPPinG aT Me nOse

2008-12-18T19:12:00.000-08:00

Topshop mittens and mega-row necklace

Zucca silk chiffon blazer

BCBG dress

Star by Julie MacDonald cream baker boy hat

Dulce Pastel snakeskin bag

Irregular Choice shoes

they.call.me.mellow.yellow

2008-12-18T18:11:00.000-08:00

the perfect silhouettes

M.I.A.

2008-12-18T11:16:00.000-08:00

Sorry folks for being so neglectful of my beloved bloggies. My days have gone coo-coo bananas...but don't despair. Things will pick up soon.

A M A N D A J E A N I E

Perhaps a Peplum?

Be Dewy, Dollface

Red versus Pink

Sarah Jessica Parker: Pretty in Pink-Tough in Leather.

Victoria Victoria Beckham SS12

Bag Love

Love Interruption by Jack White

to DO or to DON'T: White Blazer Edition

Sunglasses I'm currently coveting...

Neons

Channeling Z. Deschanel

what.i.like.today(and i should be packing)

little.bunny.fou.fou.

happy weekend

shorts + blazer

leighton meester

Shoes for Tues

frIdAY PrEttY PiCtures

i lurrrve bags

lake.lake.lake.

i heart a stud(s)

right now

*gasp* valentino fall collection

so crispy

must.find

instant.cheer

friday.love

how do you choose

same thing. different story.

chanel iman & diane k

friday advice

cuties.around.town

almost.the.weekend.

stylin' papa

simplicity and biceps

rainy la la

stripes///stripes\\\stripes///

the.perfect.friday

oh friday

chanel.inspires.again

sexy.summer.

this.makes.me.teary

etsy.artists.continually.amaze.me

thoughts for today

what if...

happy.holiday

gimme.gimme.gumdrops

summer.breezy.cool.

sally.jane.be.selling.cuteness

i.love.her

if.i.could.be.a.celebrity.couple

heidi.romp.romp.

Necklush=Something Kinda Awesome

marilyn

i.think.i.need.a.tutu

tour.de.force

Notte.Sento

~smokin~

i.wanna.be.like.fifi.lapin

this.is.me.check.back.soon.

lanvin.sparkler

You knew it was coming...

must.be.nice

La Garconne

Nappa Antik Drawstring Bag

you.are.loved.

fRiDaY woRdz...

Elle Style Awards

always on the tee hunt

reading.material.

hotness.on.a.platter

must.find.a.way

The Boot Commandments

purple.n.aqua

Little Darlin'

Don't be a Victim of

the.time.slips.away.then.its.the.weekend

historic.happy.day

if.i.were.a.celeb.on.a.sunny.tuesday.

gasp valentino fall collection