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Nothing marries warmth and style better than a sweater dress. This Fall classic is a no-fail, wardrobe staple that works as office-wear, casual-wear and party-wear.
Perfect for layering, the sweater dress can double as an oversized top. Pair with skinny jeans or leather leggings for additional warmth and style. The sweater dress is easy to accessorize and begs for a great piece of jewelry, rugged leather jacket, faux fur or luxe leather boot.
A great option for this holiday season, the sweater dress will work for any occasion.
Here are a few of my favorites:
C&C California ~ 3/4 Sleeve Sweater Dress: $117.60 (sale)
BCBGMAXAZRIA ~ Knit Lambswool Dress with Tubular Detailing: $218.00
JCrew ~ Cashmere Tee Dress: $278.00
Philosophy Di Alberta Ferretti ~ Long Sleeve Sweater Dress: $695.00
BCBGMAXAZRIA ~ Pailey Sweater Dress: $194.60 (sale)
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Currently crushing on jewelry designer, Vanessa Mooney. Impeccably detailed, her pieces are fresh and always on-trend. Inspired by her travels, Mooney sources her materials from all-over the world. From bracelets to rings, the designs are unique but wearable, perfect for stacking and layering. Mooney is currently expanding her art with collections of handbags and footwear.
Here are a few of my favorite pieces:
Acacia Spike Necklace: $60.00
The Mesa Bracelet: $45.00
Akha Earrings: $79.00
Silver Pyramid Stud Earrings: $38.00 (sale)
The Juliet Black Statement Necklace: $250.00
Pewter Shark Tooth Ring: $45.00
Small Brass Cage Cuff: $200.00
Gold Ghetto Chain Necklace: $70.00
About Vanessa Mooney:
Born in 1980, Vanessa Mooney is a rare breed of a Hollywood rebel, harnessing a unique look and attitude, which transcends into her distinctive accessories line. The great-granddaughter of Harry Warner (one of the original Warner Bros.) has been infatuated with the freedom that art provides and obsessed with all forms of art, music and fashion, her entire life. It was in 2009 when she founded her eponymous line under a core idea: let uninhibited design intuition lead the way. Self-taught, Vanessa designs everything in her studio in Downtown Los Angeles, combining unexpected materials and techniques that make each design feel brand new. Eclectic in her personal style choices, she portrays “model-off-duty” fashion with a rock ‘n’roll, boho-chic edge. An avid traveler with a keen interest for unexpected beauty, she derives inspiration from different ethnicities and cultures.With an ever growing following embracing her designs including celebrities like Katie Holmes, Vanessa Hudgens, Venus Williams, Jennifer Lopez, Lily Allen, Juliette Lewis, Devendra Banhart and Hayden Panettiere… Vanessa Mooney may just be the one to watch. Her pieces can be found in over 500 of the top specialty stores and boutiques in the U.S. and abroad, including Bergdorf Goodman, Cusp, ShopBop, Madison and American Rag Cie. She can also be found in pages of Harper’s Bazaar, In Style, Nylon, Cosmopolitan, Us Weekly, Marie Claire and Glamour to name a few. She has scored high-profile collaborations with premiere U.S. retailers like: Calypso, Urban Outfitters, Club Monaco, Madewell, and is now expanding into handbags and footwear. Handcrafted, often intricate, always unique and ever imaginative; Vanessa Mooney is a brand, a lifestyle, a state of mind.
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Mix and match your favorite coordinates to create the perfect Spring suit. The blazer and short combo is a refreshing way to transition into Spring. From statement making florals and prints to original color combinations, discover new outfit ideas for the warm season ahead. Here are a few pieces that will mix-n-match effortlessly to ‘suit’ anyone.
Net-A-Porter ~ Rag and Bone 42nd Street: $450
Topshop ~ Structured Blazer: $130.00
Net-A-Porter ~ Elizabeth & James Bruce Floral Print Silk Jacket: $395
Shopbop ~ Elizabeth & James Colby Shorts: $235
Forever 21 ~ Sweet Polka Dot Romper: Out of stock
J.Crew ~ Scalloped Short: $118
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Style simple pieces of clothing with a belt and increase the versatility in your closet. From rompers to maxi dresses, a belt can effortlessly add interest to any outfit. Not only is cinching the waist with a belt figure-friendly, it can provide a more casual style to dressy pieces. Thus, enabling you to get more wear out of items in your closet.
Look for simple, subdued belts. A lot of bells and whistles will pull all the focus to `it. I love buttery-soft brown leather belts, distressed and treated to look as though you have had it for years. (Favorite Brands: J.Crew/Lucky Brand/Free People/H&M)
Next time you are in a pinch… cinch!
Revolve Clothing ~ Blue Life: All Day/All Nighter Jumper: $132.00
Net-A-Porter ~ Michael Kors: Belted Crepe-Jersey Jumpsuit: $140.00
Shopbop ~ Only Hearts: Long Gown: $64.00
Shopbop ~ Only Hearts: Keyhole Romper: $106.00
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Favorite accessory find are delicate gold rings. Thin and dainty, these rings can be worn alone or stacked. Simple and effortless, these rings will last a lifetime.
Kate Spade ~ Salilors Knot Ring: $48.00
Barneys New York ~ Jennifer Meyer Turquoise Ring: $150.00
Shopbop ~ Jacquie Aiche Alphabet Letter Initial Waif Ring: $77.00
La Garconne ~ Saskia Diez – Gold Wire Ring: $167.00
Lori’s Shoes ~ Hammered Bar Ring by IJA Designs: $36.00
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Happy Cyber Monday! Take advantage of these stellar sales from your favorite fashion sites around the web.
AllSaints: Take 20% off all merchandise, including menswear, womenswear, and accessories when you enter Code: ALLSAINTS at checkout.
Madewell: 30% off sale items and free shipping with exclusive Code: ENJOY
Bloomingdales: For purchases of $250 or more, take $50 off plus, free shipping when you use Code: FREESHIP11
Shopbop: Spend $250 or more, take $50 off your order; spend $500 or more, take $100 off; spend $750 or more, take $150 off; spend $1,000 or more, take $250 off; or spend $1,500 or more, take $500 off. Use Code: BIGEVENT
ADAM: 40% off sitewide with Code: ADAMBF2011, plus free ground shipping on all orders.
DKNY: Receive 28% off your entire purchase plus free shipping.
Intermix: Take an extra 15% off sitewide Code CYBER15
J.Crew: 25 percent off plus free shipping – use Code: SURPRISE
Net-A-Porter: End of season sale – up to 50% off selected items.
Steve Madden: 30% off sitewide sale — plus free shipping — when you use Code: STUFFING
Bluefly: Shop already discounted designer goods at an extra 10% off
Rachel Roy: Take 40% off Rachel by Rachel Roy and 20% off Rachel Roy all day.
Tory Burch: Limited edition tote with any purchase of $150 or more; spend $250 get 20 percent off, spend $500 get 25 percent off, spend $750 get 30 percent off when you enter Code: GETGIFTS
Proenza Schouler: Enjoy free ground shipping on all orders placed on Monday.
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The Winter Kate Spring 2011 Collection by Nicole Richie reflects a love of vintage, ethereal flowing clothes. From paisley and floral prints on beautiful silks and velvets to suede and leather fringe elements, Winter Kate is a very flexible collection.
These kimono style jackets are incredibly versatile… Wear with jeans, over a dress or this summer pair with a swimsuit. Belt it, tie it, wrap it or pin it; a kimono jacket is on my Must List.
Winter Kate Jackets
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