It's February in New York and that means NYFW is in full bloom and looking amazing.  With an eye towards fall, the signs are all pointing to a feminine revival, some military-inspired influence, ruffles and lace and the ongoing presence of pastels.  Gorgeous!  From my point of view the most beautiful of displays belonged to Tadashi Shoj, Lela Rose, Rachel Zoe, Kate Spade and Tory Burch (the last two not possibly coming as any surprise!).  And while I'm in no hurry to fly through spring and summer I am so very excited to see the runway transcend into the real way come fall '17.  In the meantime these pieces featured today are some of the top finds worn on the street, to the shows and throughout the daily hustle.  From bells to bows and statement sunnies to their counterpart handbags, these pieces are the must-have craves I'm loving now.  Choose your favorites from the shoppable links below...

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NYFW Street Style

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It's February in New York and that means NYFW is in full bloom and looking amazing.  With an eye towards fall, the signs are all pointing to a feminine revival, some military-inspired influence, ruffles and lace and the ongoing presence of pastels.  Gorgeous!  From my point of view the most beautiful of displays belonged to Tadashi Shoj, Lela Rose, Rachel Zoe, Kate Spade and Tory Burch (the last two not possibly coming as any surprise!).  And while I'm in no hurry to fly through spring and summer I am so very excited to see the runway transcend into the real way come fall '17.  In the meantime these pieces featured today are some of the top finds worn on the street, to the shows and throughout the daily hustle.  From bells to bows and statement sunnies to their counterpart handbags, these pieces are the must-have craves I'm loving now.  Choose your favorites from the shoppable links below...

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TGIF! This week felt like a long one but Friday is finally here and with it I'm bringing you a little fashion inspo for chic weekend style.  This Rachel Zoe dress is perfect for dinner and drinks.  This Chloe bag (my all time favorite) and these sandals love getting dressed up or going downtown.  Come Sunday, grab your sunnies, sneaks and toss on this tee and relax, you look fabulous!  Have a happy weekend everyone!

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Weekend Style

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TGIF! This week felt like a long one but Friday is finally here and with it I'm bringing you a little fashion inspo for chic weekend style.  This Rachel Zoe dress is perfect for dinner and drinks.  This Chloe bag (my all time favorite) and these sandals love getting dressed up or going downtown.  Come Sunday, grab your sunnies, sneaks and toss on this tee and relax, you look fabulous!  Have a happy weekend everyone!

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Happy Monday all!  I hope you all had a lovely weekend and are ready to take on the week.  Finding an outfit I love and items to go with it always make it so much easier to kiss the weekend goodbye.  Today I've done that with this chic little street style look that also happens to be perfect for late September.  Bare legged days are on the downswing so we need to take advantage of them now!  

I love this swingy little skirt and the fact that it can be styled oh so many ways.  Here I'm pairing it with a cozy cropped sweater from my favorite spot to get what's now, Topshop.  The slim silhouette it carries is exactly what this floppy little skirt really wants.  Since I'm loving the varsity jacket trend that's happening everywhere, I choose this black and navy option because it's so cute and it's in this amazing color combo I'm loving as well.  These Rag and Bone booties are just too good to miss and this color….seriously?  

Well-chosen accessories can take any outfit good to great and these here do it with ease.  I love the look of a dark, floppy felt hat.  So much so, it may be my favorite must-have for fall.  You can wear it so many ways including with a Rachel Zoe inspired pair of sunnies.  Love.  

Finally, when you just don't feel like carrying a handbag but still need to find a way to take your essentials along with you, the backpack is the answer.  I'm coveting this one from Tory Burch with it's quilting detail and cute little tassel.  Ahh!  If the rest of the week follows in today's footsteps, we are in for a lovely time.  Enjoy your day everyone and thanks so much for stopping by!

late september

backpacks

Happy Monday all!  I hope you all had a lovely weekend and are ready to take on the week.  Finding an outfit I love and items to go with it always make it so much easier to kiss the weekend goodbye.  Today I've done that with this chic little street style look that also happens to be perfect for late September.  Bare legged days are on the downswing so we need to take advantage of them now!  

I love this swingy little skirt and the fact that it can be styled oh so many ways.  Here I'm pairing it with a cozy cropped sweater from my favorite spot to get what's now, Topshop.  The slim silhouette it carries is exactly what this floppy little skirt really wants.  Since I'm loving the varsity jacket trend that's happening everywhere, I choose this black and navy option because it's so cute and it's in this amazing color combo I'm loving as well.  These Rag and Bone booties are just too good to miss and this color….seriously?  

Well-chosen accessories can take any outfit good to great and these here do it with ease.  I love the look of a dark, floppy felt hat.  So much so, it may be my favorite must-have for fall.  You can wear it so many ways including with a Rachel Zoe inspired pair of sunnies.  Love.  

Finally, when you just don't feel like carrying a handbag but still need to find a way to take your essentials along with you, the backpack is the answer.  I'm coveting this one from Tory Burch with it's quilting detail and cute little tassel.  Ahh!  If the rest of the week follows in today's footsteps, we are in for a lovely time.  Enjoy your day everyone and thanks so much for stopping by!

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For as long as I can remember I've always thrilled at packing a beach bag.  From my childhood summers spent poolside with my family to current weekends enjoyed at the beach, my love for summer frivolity hasn't changed.  What you'll find in my beach bag, however has come a long way.

While it's never been hard to find a beach bag I love, it's sometimes a challenge to find that cute bag that also loves the beach.  Problem solved thanks to Kate Spade.  This Francis Tote is not only adorable but extremely sun and sand friendly as well.  Both see through and waterproof, this bow adorned beauty makes lost times and stains and spills a thing of the past.

So, here are the must-have items I'll be tossing in my bag all summer long…

1. sunnies 

 2. Missoni bikini {on sale!}

  3. Supergoop sunscreen  

4. straw fedora 

 5. beach towel

  6. WEN replenishing mist 

 7. Living in Style by Rachel Zoe 

 8. YSL rouge volupte

 9. wide tooth comb

 10. Kate Spade waterproof cosmetics case

 11. water 

 12.  Tory Burch flip flops  

13. Tory Burch beach cover up

Get yours before they're gone and enjoy a wonderful weekend!

WHAT'S IN MY BEACH BAG

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For as long as I can remember I've always thrilled at packing a beach bag.  From my childhood summers spent poolside with my family to current weekends enjoyed at the beach, my love for summer frivolity hasn't changed.  What you'll find in my beach bag, however has come a long way.

While it's never been hard to find a beach bag I love, it's sometimes a challenge to find that cute bag that also loves the beach.  Problem solved thanks to Kate Spade.  This Francis Tote is not only adorable but extremely sun and sand friendly as well.  Both see through and waterproof, this bow adorned beauty makes lost times and stains and spills a thing of the past.

So, here are the must-have items I'll be tossing in my bag all summer long…

1. sunnies 

 2. Missoni bikini {on sale!}

  3. Supergoop sunscreen  

4. straw fedora 

 5. beach towel

  6. WEN replenishing mist 

 7. Living in Style by Rachel Zoe 

 8. YSL rouge volupte

 9. wide tooth comb

 10. Kate Spade waterproof cosmetics case

 11. water 

 12.  Tory Burch flip flops  

13. Tory Burch beach cover up

Get yours before they're gone and enjoy a wonderful weekend!

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Happy Friday!  The weekend has arrived and I'm so excited to grab some of these essentials and go.  The easy laid-back vibe of these Two Days is something we all crave and love.  I always like to feel it too via whatever I'm wearing.  One must-have piece I always love to have as a go-to option is a bold maxi-skirt.  It's easily dressed up or down depending how you pair it.  My personal favorite way to wear it is with a cropped denim jacket, a simple tee, some chic sunnies and a great roomy tote.  A few other things I'm sure to want with me are a comfy boyfriend shirt, these easy platform sandals, some cute workout gear and this adorable little camera to capture those magical moments.  

I hope your weekend plans call for something you find wonderful…enjoy!

WEEKEND ESSENTIALS

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Happy Friday!  The weekend has arrived and I'm so excited to grab some of these essentials and go.  The easy laid-back vibe of these Two Days is something we all crave and love.  I always like to feel it too via whatever I'm wearing.  One must-have piece I always love to have as a go-to option is a bold maxi-skirt.  It's easily dressed up or down depending how you pair it.  My personal favorite way to wear it is with a cropped denim jacket, a simple tee, some chic sunnies and a great roomy tote.  A few other things I'm sure to want with me are a comfy boyfriend shirt, these easy platform sandals, some cute workout gear and this adorable little camera to capture those magical moments.  

I hope your weekend plans call for something you find wonderful…enjoy!

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Casual yet clearly defined, this look reads as, effortlessly amazing.  An extra bold tassel, paired with the native American vibe of the couture-feeling jacket, against contrasting black, all leads to a perfectly tied together look.

Bold, brilliant and all kinds of fabulous, the ever-inspiring Rachel Zoe displays just how stunning an accessory can truly be.  Her gold tassel necklace puts the 'POW' into black power suit, taking this already elegant look into a whole new category of chic.

UK accessories designer, Jennifer Loiselle takes the tassel to the next level using a mixed media type of approach.  The combination of metals, leather, braiding and gorgeously saturated color make this Margot tassel necklace a brilliantly designed statement piece.

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While each of these looks is worthy of a haute price tag, that doesn't mean we all can't enjoy the current trend.  With styles and price points to suit everyone, the tassel is the perfect accessory to tie on for summer.  Here is a list of high & low options and where to find them:

 1. Ben-Amun Gold Tassel and Long Chain Necklace, $205 

 2. Rachel Zoe Amazonite Tassel Necklace, $325, $260

 3. J. Crew Double Tassel Necklace, $68

 4. Lulu Frost Sunburst Tassel Necklace, $240

 5. BaubleBar Azure Tassel Pendant, $28

 6. Juicy Couture Tassel Pendant Necklace, $88

 7. Tory Burch Perez Tassel Necklace, $225, $158 (sold out)

 8. Emilio Pucci Necklace with Tassel Pendant, $825

 9. Tory Burch Multi Strand Puka Shell with Mirror Necklace, $450

10. Dorothy Perkins Rope and Hoop Tassel Necklace, $22

11. Coach Long Tassel Necklace, $168

Photos: lecatch, fabsugar and bottica

Have a lovely weekend and thanks for stopping by...

Tassel Necklaces: Luxe and The Look for Less

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Casual yet clearly defined, this look reads as, effortlessly amazing.  An extra bold tassel, paired with the native American vibe of the couture-feeling jacket, against contrasting black, all leads to a perfectly tied together look.

Bold, brilliant and all kinds of fabulous, the ever-inspiring Rachel Zoe displays just how stunning an accessory can truly be.  Her gold tassel necklace puts the 'POW' into black power suit, taking this already elegant look into a whole new category of chic.

UK accessories designer, Jennifer Loiselle takes the tassel to the next level using a mixed media type of approach.  The combination of metals, leather, braiding and gorgeously saturated color make this Margot tassel necklace a brilliantly designed statement piece.

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While each of these looks is worthy of a haute price tag, that doesn't mean we all can't enjoy the current trend.  With styles and price points to suit everyone, the tassel is the perfect accessory to tie on for summer.  Here is a list of high & low options and where to find them:

 1. Ben-Amun Gold Tassel and Long Chain Necklace, $205 

 2. Rachel Zoe Amazonite Tassel Necklace, $325, $260

 3. J. Crew Double Tassel Necklace, $68

 4. Lulu Frost Sunburst Tassel Necklace, $240

 5. BaubleBar Azure Tassel Pendant, $28

 6. Juicy Couture Tassel Pendant Necklace, $88

 7. Tory Burch Perez Tassel Necklace, $225, $158 (sold out)

 8. Emilio Pucci Necklace with Tassel Pendant, $825

 9. Tory Burch Multi Strand Puka Shell with Mirror Necklace, $450

10. Dorothy Perkins Rope and Hoop Tassel Necklace, $22

11. Coach Long Tassel Necklace, $168

Photos: lecatch, fabsugar and bottica

Have a lovely weekend and thanks for stopping by...

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In honor of last night's glorious Fashion's Night Out, I decided to dedicate today's post to some of my favorite designers aka Ladies of Fashion both classic and current.  

COCO CHANEL: Quilted bags, chain link purses, tweed jackets, cap toe shoes, interlocking Cs and oversized black sunglasses are each the trademark of fashion's true first lady.  Classically chic design was born unto her and is still relevant today.  The name Chanel is synonymous with style.

TORY BURCH:  Fabulous flats, must-have handbags and a plethora of of-the-moment accessories all touted as "affordable luxury" have made Ms. Burch a fashion-loving girl's best friend.  I can say that I'm a huge fan of all things Tory, as is evident on a daily basis.  

JENNA LYONS:  J Crew named her their creative director and her intense fashion sense beckoned her an up and coming icon in the industry.  Known for her somewhat quirky style and affinity for the unexpected, Ms. Lyons has made a name for herself and J. Crew as well by taking classic, preppy style and turning it into a fashion forward staple.  Jenna's picks are always on my must-see list.

KATE SPADE:  Lady-like details and all things girlie are what Kate Spade both covets and inspires.  Structured handbags, feminine fashions and old-school glamour jewelry are a few of the things that come to mind when thinking of Kate Spade style.  Always moving forward and keeping in step with the wants and needs of today's modern woman is what keeps Kate on top of her game.

RACHEL ZOE:  It's that classic eye for fashion, reminiscent of Coco Chanel, coupled with a modern and edgy take on what's new and what's now, that take Rachel Zoe out of the box and into the spotlight.  What I love about Ms. Zoe is the fact that for her, fashion is as effortless and easy as it is stunning and chic.  I love taking a cue from her on embracing fashion and making it your own, otherwise known as cultivating personal style.

Thank you ladies.  Your contributions sparkle and shine today and everyday, as everyday is always a fashion show with the world as our runway.  Happy Friday and thanks for reading!

First Ladies of Fashion by chicsaturday on Polyvore

First Ladies of Fashion

Chanel

In honor of last night's glorious Fashion's Night Out, I decided to dedicate today's post to some of my favorite designers aka Ladies of Fashion both classic and current.  

COCO CHANEL: Quilted bags, chain link purses, tweed jackets, cap toe shoes, interlocking Cs and oversized black sunglasses are each the trademark of fashion's true first lady.  Classically chic design was born unto her and is still relevant today.  The name Chanel is synonymous with style.

TORY BURCH:  Fabulous flats, must-have handbags and a plethora of of-the-moment accessories all touted as "affordable luxury" have made Ms. Burch a fashion-loving girl's best friend.  I can say that I'm a huge fan of all things Tory, as is evident on a daily basis.  

JENNA LYONS:  J Crew named her their creative director and her intense fashion sense beckoned her an up and coming icon in the industry.  Known for her somewhat quirky style and affinity for the unexpected, Ms. Lyons has made a name for herself and J. Crew as well by taking classic, preppy style and turning it into a fashion forward staple.  Jenna's picks are always on my must-see list.

KATE SPADE:  Lady-like details and all things girlie are what Kate Spade both covets and inspires.  Structured handbags, feminine fashions and old-school glamour jewelry are a few of the things that come to mind when thinking of Kate Spade style.  Always moving forward and keeping in step with the wants and needs of today's modern woman is what keeps Kate on top of her game.

RACHEL ZOE:  It's that classic eye for fashion, reminiscent of Coco Chanel, coupled with a modern and edgy take on what's new and what's now, that take Rachel Zoe out of the box and into the spotlight.  What I love about Ms. Zoe is the fact that for her, fashion is as effortless and easy as it is stunning and chic.  I love taking a cue from her on embracing fashion and making it your own, otherwise known as cultivating personal style.

Thank you ladies.  Your contributions sparkle and shine today and everyday, as everyday is always a fashion show with the world as our runway.  Happy Friday and thanks for reading!

First Ladies of Fashion by chicsaturday on Polyvore

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This maxi look can take you from business lunch to happy hour with the versatility of the crisp white jacket. Pops of color on the neck and wrist make it fun and summer worthy.  I'm especially in love with the bright cobalt color....works so easily with so many options.  Can wait for late spring and early summer to arrive!

Happy Friday......enjoy your weekend shopping finds!

 

Maxi Day Blues by kellyk27 featuring a striped tank

Maxi Day Blues

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This maxi look can take you from business lunch to happy hour with the versatility of the crisp white jacket. Pops of color on the neck and wrist make it fun and summer worthy.  I'm especially in love with the bright cobalt color....works so easily with so many options.  Can wait for late spring and early summer to arrive!

Happy Friday......enjoy your weekend shopping finds!

 

Maxi Day Blues by kellyk27 featuring a striped tank

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