Tomorrow's Gonna Be a Good Day!

I'm heading off to NYC tomorrow for the second Fashion and Beauty Bloggers Conference sponsored by Lucky Magazine. I'm so excited! You may remember how much I enjoyed the last conference in February and this one holds just as much promise. Diane von Furstenberg, the Kardashian Sisters, Rodger Berman! (Rachel Zoe's husband), to name just a few. I'll keep you posted on all the news, fashion, and fun that goes on. I can't wait!

My outfit... (you were wondering, weren't you?)

This is a semi-recreation of the real thing. My jeans are actually a little less distressed but have a graffiti-like design on one thigh. They are from Sass and Bide and I got them about 8 years ago so I know no one else will have them on! The silver jacket is really drapey in the front and from Zara's new Fall collection. My shoes are Stuart Weitzman so not quite as high as these- or as expensive. And, the best part, is the necklace. It is a gold and pearl necklace from 1890 that my husband got me for mother's day. It is beautiful and very sentimental so I'm glad to be wearing it while I'm travelling away from my family. Anyhoo, I like it and it looks better in person than it does in this recreation. :)

Conference-wear by milkbreadfashion featuring beaded bangles

Cotton tank
$20 - witchery.com.au

Zara sequin vest
€100 - zara.com

Victoria beckham jeans
£164 - theoutnet.com

Yves Saint Laurent round toe high heels
$795 - barneys.com

Grayce baguette jewelry
$475 - maxandchloe.com

Kendra Scott stone earrings
$60 - stefanibags.com

Mango beaded bangle
£35 - mango.com

Lovely Lady

dress by Miu Miu and available at net-a-porter.com

As usual, there are so many different trends to choose from this Fall. The best one for you all depends on your existing style. The best way to update, but not look trendy, is to choose bits and pieces from the new trends and incorporate them into your look. And, if you tend towards a really glamorous look, a retro look, or even a rockabilly look, you are going to love the 1940's trend this season. Skip the fishnets, the mary janes, and even the red lipstick to keep this look modern. Here are a couple of my favorite pieces.


dress by Tucker and available at shopbop.com

shoes by Miu Miu and available at net-a-porter.com

Transition

Until today, I thought Hurricane Irene had pretty much ended summer. But today we were back to 90 degrees so I guess we have a week or two left. In the meantime, it's time to start transitioning our wardrobes. One of my favorite ways to do this is with white. White after Labor Day is no longer a no-no. But you do need to make the white look like fall instead of like summer. For example, I usually avoid nautical stripes with white jeans once September arrives. Instead, I use darker colors and neutral or dark shoes. I also love white jackets with blue jeans. But be aware of the fabrics of your clothing this time of year. Linen really is a summer fabric and isn't going to work past September, especially in white. The same thing with eyelet- it is just really summery.

Here are a couple of examples I put together to show you what I mean.

White in the Fall by milkbreadfashion featuring zara boots

Dorothy Perkins knit top
£35 - dorothyperkins.com

Calvin Klein Collection long jacket
$315 - mytheresa.com

Sleeveless jacket
$120 - topshop.com

J Brand wide leg blue jeans
$392 - coggles.com

Citizens of humanity jeans
$250 - farfetch.com

Bike pants
$85 - topshop.com

Sam Edelman platform heels
€258 - my-wardrobe.com

Zara boots
$100 - zara.com

Old Navy oxford shoes
$35 - oldnavy.gap.com

NADA SAWAYA shoulder handbag
$1,656 - bluefly.com

Lucky Brand Jeans bohemian shoulder bag
$189 - luckybrand.com

Crossbody handbag
$50 - topshop.com

Dannijo snake bangle
$485 - ssense.com

Amrita Singh 18k necklace
$250 - amritasingh.com

Emerald green earrings
$150 - jennifermillerjewelry.com

Wool hat
$48 - nordstrom.com

Sorry I've Been Away

I'm back from an extended stay at the beach and, while I was good about posting in the beginning, I got a little wrapped up in the sun, sand, and pool to keep up like I should have. But it's time to get down to business. Fall is here- well, at least the fashion's are- and there is a lot to talk about.

Leather is remaining a really strong trend and I am crazy about all the different ways, both elegant and sexy, that it is available. I definitely think you can never have too many leather jackets but I have struggled a little with the leather skirt thing. I always worry that they look either too sexy or too young on me. Then I saw this one by 3.1 Phillip Lim at Neiman's a few weeks ago. It comes in black but I really love this rich cognac color. It is so sophisticated and the length is appropriate but it is also really flattering. I'm picturing it with a white lace blouse and some wedge lace up booties. Or maybe a tank and cropped jacket in a color like bright green or deep orange. There are a lot of options but one thing is for sure- this is a season must-have for me.

My Obssession

I've expressed my love for all things Missoni on many occasions. And, now, Missoni is going to be the next big collaboration with Target (hitting stores Sept. 13). The best part is that the line looks awesome! Sometimes those collaborations leave me a little disappointed especially when I see them in person but, this... Oh My God. So now you know and you can line up early. I'll save a place in line for you- behind me, of course!

At the Beach

So I'm getting ready to wrap up week one of an extended stay at Rehoboth Beach. Oh my gosh... it is really easy to get laaaazzzzy here when it comes to what I'm wearing. This place is super casual and, since I'm not usually out of my bathing suit until 4 in the afternoon, it has been hard to motivate into anything with a sense of style. That said, here are my modified tips for looking good when you're at a place like this.

1. Embrace the style of the place you're in. Beach= baja. That doesn't have to mean the baja you find at the cheesy beach store on the boardwalk. You know, the kind that feels like it has sand fleas! I like this one from Textile by Elizabeth and James.



2. During the day, anything but flip flops is kind of impractical. Since you're in and out of sand and need to kick off your shoes as a moments notice, they make the best sense. But they don't have to be boring.




3. At night, don't go overboard. You'll attract the wrong attention when you stand out like a sore thumb. A simple sundress in jersey or, if it's cool, some featherweight denim and a tank top.

At the Beach by Milk.Bread.Fashion. featuring a sequin shirt

4. Beachy hair (bumble and bumble surf spray makes it look like you just came in from the beach when, in fact, you took the time to clean up), a little bit of eye makeup (just enough to make your eyes pop with that great tan).

5. Jewelry but not too much. Great earrings or a fun necklace or a couple of bracelets but no need to layer it on as much as you usually would.

Clashing Prints? Come On...

Check out these pictures about the "clashing prints" trend. Net-a-Porter is calling it a "fashion crush." Ummmm.... I don't think so. This is one of those unfortunate fashion moments that these ladies will look back on 20 years from now (maybe just 10!) and say, "Oh God. I don't know WHY my stylist let me wear that!" Rest assured- THIS stylist would have better taste.

And, p.s., I normally love what Margherita Missoni wears but I do not get this one at all.