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Since we're hesitant to fully abandon summer fashion and delve into fall, we're majorly focusing on transitional pieces. This colorful Fendi bag would be a prime example {if it weren't sold out}... the combination of sleek, classic off white leather and bright metal embellishments honor the upcoming fall trend without screaming "DARKNESS!!!". You know what we mean.
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Have you found a good transitional bag to bid farewell to summer and say hello to fall with? Do tell!!
It was pretty much love at first sight when our eyes met these stunning calf hair polka dot flats by Loeffler Randall. I know you know what we mean... aren't they just perfect?!
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Of course, they don't quite fit into the "back to school" budget {no, we're not going back to school. Yes, it's just an excuse to shop} sooo alas, the search went on. Gladly, polka dot flats are apparently a must have for this season! They're every where- in a variety of styles & price points to fit every budget. Truly! See for yourself...
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Cuteness, right?! Which pair would you choose?
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Happy Thursday Purseday! Today we must confess that we've been dreaming about this perfectly woven Miu Miu bag. Made of soft black and white calf leather, paired with a tortoise logo plate and gold hardware... every detail just exudes luxury! It's almost irresistible, if only the price tag {$1960} was a little more friendly...
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Have you ever made a handbag splurge?? Was it worth it for a timeless piece or did you succumb to a trend that you now regret? Do tell!
What comes around goes around- especially in fashion, right? One trend we've been loving lately is the Art Deco inspired wedding gowns that have been parading the runways for Fall 2012. Romantic, soft lines paired with intricate beading, sheer fabrics, feathers and breathtaking backs make this style elegant, dreamy and dare we say, sexy? Absolutely. This gown by Sue Wong first caught our eye... and for obvious reasons started our love for this trend.
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Another one that caught our eye is the Odetta gown by Johanna Johnson. The dropped waist and scoop neck is so simple yet elegant, leaving the stunning back to drive home the "wow" factor.
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And of course, leave it to BHLDN to be among the retailers to offer some of these gorgeous vintage inspired gowns too! We're adoring the Lita gown by Catherine Deane {shown on top} and the Aiguille gown by Anna Sui {shown on bottom} both of which are exclusive to BHLDN.
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Now that we've had our turn to gush, we're curious what you think about the Art Deco trend. Which is your favorite gown?
When it comes to metaling in the Olympics, gold is obviously what everyone is aiming for, but let's be honest, it must be pretty stinkin' fabulous to take home a silver, right? Alright, alright, to even GO to the Olympics is beyond our wildest dreams. Anyway, we'd rather rock gold any day of the year, but silver has its own sleek, mysterious charm that we're kind of crushing on right now, especially thanks for Mr. Michael Kors. Check out some of his new arrivals that are causing us to majorly swoon...
{1} Pave Slice Ring
{2} Jet Set Python Embossed Shoulder Tote
{3} Dior Silver Lake Nail Polish
Today we're super excited to have our dear friend Juliana stopping by to share her insight and expertise.... and her gorgeous hand drawings. Enjoy this special Wedding Wednesday veil feature!! Choosing your wedding dress can be stressful enough- let alone trying to find the perfect veil to accompany it. I've laid out a few guidelines to help smooth over the process, based on different styles of dresses and personals tastes.
#1 Fascinator or Headpiece- A wonderful option for a more non-traditional or minimalist bride, and a great way to show off the details of an avant guarde dress with architectural details. These are also great for ladies with short haircuts, and anyone that would like a fun reception option!
#2 Birdcage Veil- I love these to showcase a retro style dress. Birdcage Veils also work well proportionally for tea-length or short dresses.
#3 Mid-Length Veil- This veil adds a bit of a classic look, without being too traditional. Mid-length veils are also a wonderful option for more petite brides, because they won’t overwhelm a smaller frame.
#4 Blusher Veil with Embellished Edge- I think this can be a beautiful focal point for a simple dress with clean lines. The addition of embellishment can also differentiate your wedding day look between the ceremony and reception, if you choose to remove your veil before the dancing starts. It also will give a touch of sparkle and pattern to your look without being overbearing.
#5 Waterfall Veil– These are ideal for a floor-length gowns, that do not have trains, like grecian or draped-style gowns. Waterfall veils are also a wonderful way to show off details at the front of a gown without being distracting.
I hope this has given you some direction and things to consider while selecting the perfect veil for your big day! Have a happy Wedding Wednesday!
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Juliana Jacobs is a freelance fashion designer in New York City, where she lives with her husband. Most recently employed at New York & Company designing shirts and blouses, Juliana also has designed clothing for Amanda Bynes and Sarah Jessica Parker. While planning her own wedding this year, she rediscovered her love of lace, tulle, and all things letterpress, and has designed wedding veils for both herself and friends.
With the Olympics in full swing, we've got gold on the mind. Whether it's gold metals or gold stilettos, the more gold the better, right? Gladly, we've been spotting lots of shimmery and shiny, pointy toed shoes these days, and they make for the perfect summer-to-fall transition for any ensemble... don't you agree?! Which pair would you choose?
{Clockwise from top left: Enzo Angiolini; Sam Edelman; Nine West; Ivanka Trump}
*All photos courtesy of Piperlime
When it comes to handbags, it's next to impossible to have too many. Riiiiight? :) Well, just in case you're in the market for a new bag, you have GOT to check out Brahmin. After stumbling upon & drooling over their site a couple of months ago, my love for them has only grown stronger, proving to be as durable as the beautiful leather these bags are made of. The leather is beautiful, by the way, and overtook my senses upon stepping into their boutique in Newport, RI. Right now, we're obsessing over their Citrus Chic collection, but while you're checking them out, don't stop there... they've got a purse for every color, texture, pattern and occasion!
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Oh what a joy it was to see these bags in person! They are every bit as stunning as you might think. Happy Thursday Purseday!!
We've been adoring and obsessing over the adorable wooden soles and ribboned straps of Mohop shoes for over a year now. There are so many unique ways to work these sandals- it's rare that two ladies could have the same pair or would have them tied the same way. So naturally, we're pumped to find out that there are now flats available from their collection! Imagine our delight to learn that our little feet can still sport these while traipsing around the city day by day!! This is just barely the tip of the iceberg of possibility that Mohop allows... so fun, right?!
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Happy Thursday, lovelies! Is it just me or is this week FLYING by? Tuesday's shoesday pick reminded us of this Chanel Nesting Doll purse that we saw long ago, so naturally, why stop at one Matroyshka post when they're so stinkin' cute? We can't help but wonder what prompted Christian Louboutin to design this little purse for Chanel's 2009 fall collection...
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So this got us looking around at some of the other nesting dolls that people are creating these days. It seems that there's one for everything and that's kind of awesome. Who knew that this Russian tradition would become such a unique art form around the world? Take a peek at some of our favorite finds...
Sometimes it's good {and necessary} to think outside the box, right? Well apparently some designers were challenged to look to other cultures for their inspiration this season. Prime example? These shoes by Charlotte Olympia which were inspired by Russian nesting dolls, AKA Matryoshka dolls.
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Yes, there is even a little wooden face peeking out in the circles of black suede that mimic the cylindric shape of the doll. So this begs the question... what do YOU think?! Would you ever wear them for a playful & cultural fashion statement or are these just plain trying too hard ?!
Who'd have thought that of all of the beautiful Marni bags in existance, we'd be captivated by this one...?
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Truly, it makes us smile that Marni supports children with the project “Children’s Imaginary World”. Though it's a bit different than what we'd usually be toting, one side of this bag features a drawing from a child in an underprivileged community in South America and/or East Asia. This is just one bag in their collection, of which the proceeds benefit humanitarian programs in these communities.
Makes it a little easier to justify spending $300 on a tote bag, doesn't it?
Our love for Sperry Top-siders started years ago and like any good love story, our bond and appreciation gets stronger with the years. Yes, my first pair may have been gold, but they are so stinking comfortable, that I am about to buy my mom a pair and shortly there after, pick up a pair for grandma. If you haven't jumped on the Sperry train yet, I urge you: DO IT!! While on the topic, I must say that we're digging their more dressy & sophisticated collection of wedges right now. Bravo to whoever thought of branching out with these stylish and oh-so-comforable kicks... someone got a raise for that! So without further adieu, here are a couple of our current faves...
{2} Palm Beach Wedge
There's nothing better than finding the perfect cross body bag, especially with all of the traipsing around that summer entails. While we've always had a weakness for Elliot Lucca's beautiful signature woven look, these bright leather beauties are just calling our name! Our favorite part? The Demi II has a convertible strap so you can rock it as a cross body, a shorter strapped shoulder bag or even a clutch. Oh and did we mention that it's only $78?!
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In the spirit of loving on yellow this week, we couldn't resist sharing these saucy shoes by Dolce Vita. They're pretty much perfect... don't you agree?!?!
*Photo courtesy of Mirelle Carmichael Photo
Oh hey there! How was your holiday? While I {Anna} am hanging out on the west coast for a little holiday/ vacation/ wedding celebration combo, I'm seriously missing the preppy New England style. Don't get me wrong, the west coast has it's own sweet charm, but there's just something about a seersucker dress that just screams New England!!! So naturally, the look below needed to be re-created and might just wiggle it's way into my closet. :)
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And how can you possibly resist this Large Square Tote bag by Tory?! Darling, isn't it??
Oh yes, it's the eve of Independence Day and in honor of already feeling super patriotic, we couldn't resist this Louboutin shoesday pick...
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Beautiful & oh so sassy, are they not?!
While hopping around on Viva Luxury, one of our favorite style blogs the other day, we ran across this adorable handbag from none other than Urban Outfitters! Who'd have thought? We're loving the pop of neon and pastel purple on a classic navy blue... amazing contract here, don't you agree? And the tortoise shell, gold & leather chain?! We're dying over this Mixed Media Bag... ok, and over those shoes!!!
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All we've got to say is WAY TO GO URBAN! And only $52? This is a win.
We've been in pursuit of some new wedges for summer and while trying to incorporate more patterns, textures and color into the wardrobe, we bumped into the Reena Mid Wedge while shopping over the weekend. These Moroccan inspired kicks are only 3.5 inches high {WIN!} and fit all of the criteria for said wedges. Reena has caused some serious consideration & deliberation, but the pattern might be a little too tribal for our style. What do you think??
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Please weigh in, we're dying for a 2nd opinion before taking the plunge or crossing them off the list entirely. Have a lovely Shoesday, everyone!!
Just the other day a dear friend shared her excitement about a new purchase... she had finally found the perfect weekender. After seeing this gorgeous bag for ourselves, we couldn't resist sharing it with you all! We're definitely digging some of the handbags & luggage by Clava, though more err towards traditional than this vintage bright beauty, better known as Carina:
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Have you found your perfect weekender? Is it a classic neutral color or something bright & fun?