What I Want Now:: BIG Hair...

I'm always changing my hair; mohawks, racing stripes, Rapunzel length extensions, blue highlights, exaggerated bobs...you name it, I've probably done it.  As I start to imagine my fall wardrobe I see big curls as my default accessory.  I'm from Texas where hair is BIG without question so it only seems appropriate that I embrace my natural texture and southern upbringing.  I can't help but be inspired by and love these big, bouncy dos!

ABC of Men's Fashion...

Jeff Staple of Reed Space/Staple Design and his thoughts on men's fashion...

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LOVES IT...Check back for more ABC of Men's Fashion videos!

Without Fail...

I was swiping images that inspired me and I realized they all had a common thread...Black & White.  This can only mean one thing, fall is on my mind.  Without fail the cold chill blows through and my wardrobe retreats to a monotone note.  I never fight it, just add pops of colors and/or a red lip.

This pedicure is a must! So adorable.


I love the look and as much as I don't want to admit it, I love Kanye's shoes here.

I can't budget for the id necklace so I'll settle for this tee.

All white everything for winter...not revolutionary but still chic!

{all images: They All Hate Us}

Double Duty...

Every season I fall in love with the graphic Givenchy prints, and this season is no exception.  I am a self proclaimed beach bum so of course the shark sweatshirt agrees with me.

{Givenchy Shark Print Sweatshirt, Asos-Dagmar Skinny Jeans}

I've said it before, my work attire has to be functional (comfortable shoes, easy to move in) but still embody my personality.  The accessories I'm drawn to tend to be bold in character while maintaining a classic appeal.  I used these Mascot sunglasses at work and will be bringing a pair to my own arsenal.  For fall I'm feeling a pair of masculine inspired broken in loafers and this studded embossed bag.

There are never enough hours in the day, so running home to change before happy hour just isn't gonna happen!  Instead I'll swap out for these leopard print pumps and dump the contents of my purse into this cobalt clutch.  I'm never one to leave without accessorizing, so some added pizazz with a coveted id bracelet and a quick swipe of my favorite red lipstick has me running out the door in time for $4 margaritas!

Work:: Mascot Sunglasses, Vlieger and Vandam purse, Church's loafers 

Happy Hour:: Loreal's Beyonce Red lipstick, Maison Margiela ID bracelet, Madewell pumps, Proenza Schouler clutch

If I Were A Boy...

My style has a lot of masculine influence...My favorite womenswear designers tend to be birthed from their menswear collection brothers (think Prada and DSquared).  I love that the ensembles below have a classic, utilitarian aspect to them that can easily be interpreted to have a feminine touch (just not too sweet).

I'm a big fan of the proportions and layering happening here.

{the sartorialist}

This is my look on the regular...my "I just woke up and need to be at work in 5 min" look.

{the coveteur}

Eugene's look just feels fresh.  

{jak and jil}

For me, there is no such thing as too much leopard.

{fashion forward men}

Homme Edition:: Tie Bars...

Rule of Thumb::  Your tie bar should live between the third and fourth buttons of your dress shirt...or in line with your chest pocket!

Now that we've got the rules out of the way... Here are a few inspirational images--I LOVE the details.

Homme Edition:: Tutorial...

Used some Alexander Olch ties today at work, saw this tutorial when I got home and thought it was too cute to not post.  Take note and practice.


{how to talk to girls at parties}

Don't forget the dimple!