Bucket List...

A couple weeks ago I mentioned the YSL Ovale ring and how it has found company with an assortment of pieces that make up the beginning to my fashion bucket list. I've been literal about my list and started to write down and compile images of my coveted fashion favorites. So without further adieu, here is a sneak peak in no particular order...

Fendi peekaboo bag:: Since moving to NYC I've overcome the age of monogrammed handbags. I may revisit it again later in life, but right now I'm looking for something that is classic and versatile. I work with a stylist who owns this bag and still the hot pink lining makes me weak in the knees. The structure, the quality...it's just so on point and timeless. Which explains the colossal price tag. One day....just one of these days!

Chanel 5018:: I've been in love with these since the day I laid eyes on them! I have quite a collection of sunnies that won't be complete until these are in my possession. Everything about the jet black tint with just a sliver of lucidity keeps these chic and mysterious. I'm a people watcher so these are the perfect pair for such a sport!

Miu Miu Platforms:: I know some of you are thinking these would be silly to have because they will be "dated," but I feel in 5 years they will still be as iconic, whimsical, and relevant. Anyone who doesn't own a piece from this season will be kicking themselves in the years to come for not snagging a piece from the collection...and I don't want to be a part of that crowd!

Hermes Belt:: Simply in love with this belt. It has the ability to add instant glamour. Wrapped around the smallest part of your waist or through the belt loops of your favorite pants the Medor belt can elevate the stature of an outfit or make it critically casual.

J. Mendel Fur:: My deep obsessive love for fur stems from Karen Robinovitz (she taught me to truly appreciate and embrace fur from her book Adventures in 4 Inch Heels) and my passion has been encouraged at the work of my mother's hands (exhibit A). In lame man's terms I LOVE FUR, and who does it better than J. Mendel?! Season after season I dream of what will come down the runway and drool over Mendel's luscious fur creations that are exquisitely draped, accessorized, and in perfect proportions.

Proenza Schouler Boots:: If you've followed this blog during a few fashion seasons you're aware of my uncontrollable adoration for all things PS. I click my heels together three times in hopes that the looks will walk off the runway and into my closet. The duo can do no wrong in my eyes and that includes their shoes and accessories. When I saw these embroidered lace up boots I swore I had died. It wasn't until I saw these shoes that I realized one day many years from now, I want to be sitting on the subway wearing these shoes with salt/pepper hair, an Iris Apfel/Zelda Kaplan ensemble, and knitting/embroidering while on my way to meet some friends for brunch.

Givenchy Jacket:: After fur, leather is my favorite indulgence. So you can only imagine by sheer joy and mere disbelief when I saw the studded leather jackets that marched down the 2007 runway. I searched near and far to find studs of enormous magnitude only to conclude ***sigh*** that anything I could makeshift wouldn't compare to the real deal.

So there you have it, the beginnings to a long and incomplete list of new/old fashion archive favorites. More to come in due time. Until then what are some of your coveted fashion pieces?!?

Eye Candy...

I love sunglasses!!!! I have an ever growing collection of sunnies that I rotate throughout the year according to season, itinerary, destination, etc. So imagine my blubbering excitement when I heard that Miu Miu's iconic swallow motif from the spring collection is making a comeback this fall in the form of shades! The glasses will be available at Miu Miu and select department stores for $195 USD in pink, light brown, solid black, and a selection of graduated colors.

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I'm dying for the light brown pair... A MUST!!!!!!!

Miu Miu By Way of Zara...

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You already know how much I loved the Miu Miu S/S 2010 collection. However, my wallet would not/will not allow me to take home any of my hearts desires. I was browsing a couple websites and saw that Zara was also inspired by the high end collection and produced some pieces in the same vain. I've been looking at every location in the city for the collection and sending my mom on the goose chase in Texas. As the sun peeked out today and the clouds gave way to a blue sky, I found it!!!!! I finally got my hands on the navy/white cat printed dress (sans collar unfortunately). None the less, I'm still super excited about my new frock!

Prints Charming...

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I'm pretty sure I'm preaching to the choir when it comes to this post, but I couldn't help but draw attention to Miu Miu's S/S collection. Who knew we would all love a print so much?! Lets be honest for a second, a pastel print for spring is nothing ground breaking. Look back a few seasons...Rachel Comey's F/W 08 had a heavy hand in an almost completely print designed collection. Why weren't we swooning and pining then?!?!

Clearly it's about timing, Miu Miu got it right as something fresh and new that the ladies want! I think it's also has to do with how feminine and girly the collection was with a hint of provocation. We've had a couple seasons of played up androgyny...Wearing over sized pieces, with boyfriend cut this/that. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE the androgynous look, I'm guilty of wearing an over sized cardigan and boyfriend cut t-shirt right now. But as we welcome in the constant sunshine and warmer weather, I think our dbl X chromosomes are itching to be in flirty frocks every now and then.

The collection was designed and styled from head to toe. Who isn't trying to swipe up every last pair of the amazing printed clogs.

I DIE... BANANAS...SHUT IT DOWN... There really aren't too many things that can describe the perfection of the footwear. I've already expressed to you my obsession with clogs here, here, and here... but my love affair just hasn't seized. My big hopes, dreams, and fashion obsessions don't exactly match my small wallet so I've found a less expensive pair of Chanel inspired clogs. Before I was content on my one pair but now after reevaluating my love for the Miu Miu shoes, I might purchase two and try to DIY a pair of printed clogs. Hmmmmmmmmmm

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Who am I kidding?! I'm no shoemaker or designer!!!! But I'm going to try anyways!!!! It has potential to be a complete disaster, or it could turn out just as adorable as the aforementioned. Stand by for results!!!

Day and Night...Night and Day

I'm a firm believer that clothes can be worn anytime, any occasion. Lately I have been challenging myself to find new ways to wear my more sparkly clothes, those that I save for a celebratory night out with friends.

As you can probably see from recent posts, I'm for all things sequin. I love this skirt and how effortless it looks with a solid toned down sweater. Exactly what I want to wear all of Fall... and especially now with the cooler weather we are having!

This skirt sealed the deal for me! The outfit has the perfect color combination, nude with a bold counterpart, plenty of texture, and ruffles worth of sass! Ixnay on the jewelry. Let all the attention be drawn down to the skirt (or as 3oh!3 says..."and talk with your hips!").

What can a blazer not go with? One of my investment pieces this season is going to be a well tailored blazer...color to be determined. The perfect dose of exactly how I want to be perceived for/during business meetings but still has a soft, approachable, feminine feeling.

In love with these sequin Miu Miu shoes. A little intrigued to try and DIY my own pair but we'll see!!!! Either way dying to wear this with a pair of boyfriend jeans I DIYed a few months ago with a white off the shoulder over sized shirt and a navy cummerbund!