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Fashion Friday

Roksanda patchwork coatSandro denim shirt (50% off) // Vintage Levi’s // Gucci sunglasses ($38 version here)
Roksanda patchwork coat (under $200 here) // Bottega Veneta pouch ($35 version here)

Last week I did my Fashion Friday via Instagram Live.  It got a great response, so I’ll be doing it again this week!

Please join me at 5:00pm PT on Instagram Live to chat all things fashion.

I set a countdown on Instagram which you can turn on notifications for to be reminded the moment I go live.  I plan to discuss the following topics and have some questions for you too.  Let’s dialogue!

Fashion Friday Topics
  • The Met Gala
  • André Leon Talley’s memoir: The Chiffon Trenches
  • Does the 99% matter to luxury brands?
  • What’s your “the one that got away” story?
  • Favorite decade for fashion?
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NYFW FW20 Day 1 OOTD

NYFW FW20 Street Style NYFW FW20 Street StyleRoksanda coat // Sandro top // Vintage Levi’s // Gucci sunglasses
Haider Ackerman boots // Bottega Veneta pouch

Okay, okay.  I know I didn’t actually get to attend NYFW this season, but I still wanted to share my looks.  Since my suitcase was packed and ready to go prior to having to cancel, it was only fair to let these beauties shine.

My goal for this season of NYFW was sustainability.  I wanted to reuse what was already in my closet.  So most of what I’m sharing is something you’ve seen before, but styled in a new way.

I did acquire a few new pieces as Christmas gifts or end-of-season sale scores, but 80% of what you see pays homage to sustainability.

First up is this amazing technicolor dream coat.  I’ve worn it to NYFW before, and it never disappoints.  Warm, great for layering, and such a statement, it was made for the street of NY.  When I first saw it debut in Roksanda’s collection 4 years ago I almost fainted.  The patchwork design and color choice made me so happy.  It’s a coat that makes my heart flutter.

I wanted to keep the rest of my outfit monochrome, so I paired this embellished denim top with my vintage Levi’s and black boots.  My new favorite handbag had to make an appearance too.

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Designer Handbag Review: What’s Worth the Money and What’s Not

If you follow me on Instagram you know I do a Sunday Series of my favorite things.  This week I decided to review every designer handbag in my collection to share what’s worth the money and what’s not.

If you’re considering investing in a designer handbag, I hope you find this helpful!

Read on for what bags get used the most, and what bags sit in my closet.

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NYFW SS20 OOTD 3

Tiko Paksa Resort 20 Tiko Paksa Resort 20 Tiko Paksa Resort 20 Tiko Paksa Resort 20 Tiko Paksa Resort 20 Tiko Paksa Resort 20 Tiko Paksa Resort 20Tiko Paksa dress and belt // Balenciaga boots // Celine sunglasses  // J. Crew earrings (similar here)
Madewell, Lady Cromer and vintage rings // Bottega Veneta pouch (affordable version here)

This dress was made to move.

And move I did.  NYFW Day 3 was my lightest day but still action-packed.

If you’ve followed along on my NYFW adventures in years past, you know there is an indie designer that I love and wear consistently.  Tiko Paksa hails from the country of Georgia and continues to steal my heart with her designs season after season.  Take a look at some of my past outfits from her line.  This purple plaid blazer started the oversized trend and this suit ensemble took it to the next level.

There is a ton of talent hailing from Paksa’s region of the world.  Moda Operandi was one of the first to carry her contemporaries. MATÉRIELis another line that I love.  I wore the brand at NYFW while pregnant and still felt so chic and comfortable.

You’ve seen these boots before.  I wear them year-round and haven’t tired of them.  The kitten heel is the perfect height not only for fashion week, but for my life in general.  I rarely wear more than a 2-inch heel nowadays!

And oh this bag.  Forewarning, you’ll be seeing a ton of it on the blog.  It’s just too good.  I found a great alternative under $60 and recently came across this option on Etsy.  Disclosure: the Etsy one looks waaaay too similar to me, and while I’m all for affordable fashion, I’m NOT for copyright infringement.  What do you think about this bag?

ICYMI: here’s my NFYW Day 1 outfit and my Day 2 outfit.

Stay tuned for my NFYW SS20 Day 3 show recap!

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NYFW SS20 OOTD 2

Prada Frankenstein shirt, Bottega Veneta pouch Prada Frankenstein shirt, Bottega Veneta pouch Prada Frankenstein shirt, Bottega Veneta pouch Prada Frankenstein shirt, Bottega Veneta pouch Prada Frankenstein shirt, Bottega Veneta pouch Prada Frankenstein shirt, Bottega Veneta pouchPrada Frankenstein shirt // Tibi turtleneck (sold out, similar here) // J. Crew skirt // Happy Socks
Celine sunglasses // Prada shoes // Bottega Veneta pouch

Just call me bride of Frankenstein.  But like a cooler, more chic version.

When I saw the FW19 Prada runway show, I knew I was in trouble.  The kooky, eerie vibe the show took on had me from the first look.  I wanted it all.

So when it came time to think about my investment pieces for the year (which usually coincide with NYFW), I knew I needed something Frankenstein.  At first, I thought it was this skirt, but it just wasn’t flattering on me.  I ended up going with this men’s shirt and have worn it countless ways since owning it – tied at the waist, buttoned and tucked into high-waisted jeans and worn open like my NYFW Day 2 OOTD.

I love the idea of print mixing, so to offset the eerie vibe of my shirt, I wanted something feminine.  Enter this citrus floral print skirt from J. Crew.  Since I have short legs and a long torso, midi skirts are a tough look for me.  I opted to turn this skirt into a mini and love the way it came out.

My other wow factor pieces is, of course, this clutch.  When it first hit the scene and immediately skyrocketed in popularity I wasn’t surprised in the least.  The leather is positively scrumptious.  The oversized shape is fabulous.  I seriously haven’t loved a bag this much since, well, EVER.

If you are seriously considering investing in one, DO IT.  I cannot recommend this bag enough.

For a great affordable alternative, try this one.  The metallic version comes in 4 colors and the smooth leather version comes in 4 colors too.  Try this color for a great neutral look.

People sometimes ask me if I borrow clothes to wear to NYFW.  If you haven’t checked out my Instagram TV video on the clothing rental subscription service Nuuly, please do!  It’s a great option for affordable monthly rentals.

Maybe this comes as a surprise to you, maybe it doesn’t, but a lot of people wear borrowed clothes during NYFW.  In fact, it’s more the norm than the exception.  If you’ve ever heard the term “showroom pull” you know what I’m talking about.  PR firms allow certain influencers access to their showrooms to borrow clothing for big events.  During NYFW, this benefit gets used a ton.  While it’s never been my cup of tea (I’m a collector) I know girls who use the service and do it very well.

A blogger friend borrowed an insane Louis Vuitton dress for the first day of fashion week and someone accidentally got a huge pen mark on it!  I seriously would have died.  Thank goodness for dry cleaning.

Don’t miss my outfit from Day 1 of NYFW SS20 and my recap of the first day of shows!

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