Street-Style Inspiration

This look on style blogger Irina Lakicevic makes me want to live in suits, especially this one! The relaxed fit of her Stella McCartney graphic printed suit paired with an oversized Celine shirt is gamine chic at its best. I love how she added a touch of bold color with her yellow bag and pumps. Easy, simple and most definitely cool!

3.1 Phillip Lim For Less

Major accessory crush on these 3.1 Phillip Lim PJ Cutout Flat Booties and the “Scout” Small Drawstring Crossbody bag in that rich green hue. The quirky mix of gladiator sandal with the menswear aesthetic has me drawn to these booties. I can see these working with many looks from cuffed-up boyfriend jeans to denim shorts this spring into the summer.

Statement Outerwear From Paris Fall 2013

Fall collections are all about the outerwear for me. I love a great coat or jacket, and they are the basis of my looks for the fall and winter season. In fact, I need two closets in my apartment to house my growing collection. Unfortunately for my husband, my motto is you can never own too many jackets or coats.

In The Mood For…

Some cool goodies I’d love to see in my closet for spring. I’ve had these particular pieces on the brain for some time and just haven’t gotten around to getting my hands on them…or figuring out which ones are worth splurging on. The leather pants have my name written all over them. The Margiela boots are a classic covet of mine.

Diversity Rules at Tom Ford Fall 2013

Tom Ford’s Fall 2013 show was a circus of full-on color, textures and prints. This was truly an over the top collection and not for the wallflower. I’m not sure I could get away with wearing these looks as styled for the runway, but there most definitely were some very hot pieces I could see toning down teamed with some more somber pieces. 

All Knitwear

All Knitwear, designed by Annie Larson, allows you to mix crazy kooky prints with the Midas touch of mix masters, like Susie Bubble. Multicolored pastiches of geometric patterns of all shapes and colors converge on knit cardigans, crewneck sweaters, skirts, leggings and hats. While I can’t believe I’m so late getting on the Larson bandwagon, I’m  grateful a lovely friend introduced me to this charming line by gifting me a comfy kaleidoscopic sweater.

Home Libraries

Some of my favorite stylish home libraries.      

Linlee Allen Takes Us Shopping In Melbourne, Australia

Linlee Allen is a lifestyle renaissance woman. She divides her time between trend forecasting, creative consulting for assorted brands, photojournalism and writing about fashion, art and culture for publications such as The New York Times, Vogue, Purple Diary, V, Style.com and LOVE. Oh, and let’s not forget her fabulous blog, Delinlee Delovely, that highlights “fleeting visions, comical characters and cultural influences.”