I’m sick (boo!) and what do sick people do? They read through the millions of magazines they have sitting around their apartment. I found this amazing spread called “Pretty Tough” in the April 2010 issue of Interview Magazine. It was so inspiring, especially since you know how much I love ballet. Plus, this model is too adorable. She makes the best faces, right? I seriously love leather with flowy feminine pieces. Okay, time to go back to being sick and watching The City. xoxo emily

A leather trench? AMAZING.

This is the right amount of zebra.

These leggings are so great!

I love the train.

great dress, even better boots.

SO CUTE.

Even though this outfit is all black, it has enough detailing so it doesn't look boring.

I hate the boots with this dress, but that dress is to die for.

all images are from New York Magazine

I’m usually a big Blumarine fan, but this line I half hated and half loved. When I first started watching this show I thought, “Woah, who threw up on these designs?”  A little harsh? Maybe. There’s a lot of tassels a even more mixing of zebra prints. Ew. Just ew. But the second half is amazing with rhinestones, draping, and leather. In conclusion, just don’t let the ew get the best of you. Hope everyone has a great weekend! Look for a new post on Monday! xo emily

A feather skirt? I love A + O!

The perfect girl's night out dress.

fun+flirty

This dress would be perfect to wear for my birthday!

all images are from New York Magazine

I’m in my early twenties and I can’t say there is a line that better represents that than Alice + Olivia. If you are a regular reader of my blog than you know that I worship Stacey Bendet (the designer). I think she’s the less crazy but still as much fun version of Betsey Johnson. I would buy everything and anything by Alice + Olivia.

I love love love this top. I think it would be a fun challenge to figure out how to take it from the runway to real life.

This top is great. It's definitely a sexy take on professional dressing.

The styling for this is amazing! I love the leather jacket with gloves and fun skirt. I'm pretty positive I would never have the courage to pull this off, but I love it just the same.

AMAZING! I want that sweater so bad! I would totally wear that sweater as a dress!

Nina Ricci totally gets flirty. This model could walk off the runway and walk outside without changing anything.

I hope these shoes go to retail! And you know me, I love a full skirt.

What a perfect outfit! That skirt is adorable.

all images are from New York Magazine

Nina Ricci. AMAZING. I LOVE this collection! It really is a minimalist’s dream, not to mention how amazing the color pallet is. And did you notice the shoes? They are gorgeous, although they seem more like Spring shoes than for Fall. This collection kind of reminds me of Victoria’s Secret and Valentine’s Day. It’s reds and pinks in their sexiest form.

A drape sequin dress! BCBG always speaks to me!

I like this take on a the LBD. Although, I think I would cinch the waist with a black satin ribbon instead of a belt.

I love the shape of the dress. I think this piece will definitely last through seasons.

all images are from New York Magazine

BCBG Max Azria has been a favorite designer of mine for as long as I can remember. They make the most versatile pieces that you don’t have to ever worry about falling out of style or getting bored with. I think designers stayed pretty savvy with the new collections. Even though our country is in a recession, the collections have great pieces that you can pick and choose from to update your wardrobe.

Those socks are AMAZING. MUST HAVE THEM!

I love all the different layers going on here. Everything clashes in a great way.

I love me a full skirt!

That skirt is amazing!

such great styling. I really must get my hands on a pair of those thigh high socks. LOOOVE.

Now this isn't really my cup of tea, but I definitely have to give props. This dress is fabulous.

all images are from WWD

IT’S PARIS FASHION WEEK!!! YAY!

I’m so excited to see all the neon colored tights since I was a huge fan of them when I was in elementary school. I am definitely going to have to check out the We Love Colors site for some bright tights. I think this is the first time I’ve ever seen tribal done in a way that I can appreciate it. Usually it’s too over the top and unwearable, but these pieces can really be taken into a normal persons daily life (i.e. a non fashion exec, you know, someone in middle America that doesn’t want to get gawked at while at the mall). And I’m sure you got the point, but I am dying for those socks. They are so amazing. AMAZING. Jean Paul Gaultier, you HIT it with this show. LOVE IT.

The styling on this outfit is perfection. I especially love the sweater and the skirt.

This coat is AHMAZING! And who can resist a drape skirt?

I love that shirt! I have one similar from bebe, but I love the updated look. The shimmer skirt is so pretty and will look good on any shape.

whaaatt.... I would die to own this.

This is a great basic dress that you can throw on and needs very little accessories.

What an amazing skirt! It is so flirty and feminine!

all images are from New York Magazine

Diane Von Furstenberg did it again! This is probably my favorite DVF collection to date. It’s fun and flirty, but can totally be translated to a professional lifestyle. Plus, I’m not gonna lie, I love the embellishments mixed with the solids (you know, basically the way I dress). I hate to say this, but the styling kind of reminds me of how Kim Kardashian dresses, especially how blazers are added to everything. I would die to get my hands on some of these pieces.

Pique Platform Sandals ($995 at Saks)

I love these! They are such a classic shape with a great color. Plus, they zip up in the back!

Straratata Glitter Platform Sandals ($1,045 at Saks)

These shoes are insane! I love how the glitter is done tastefully so it doesn’t look like a 5 year old’s shoes. Even the heel has glitter! Ah these shoes are so amazing.

Studded Zipper Ballet Flats ($680 at Saks)

Wow. These ballet flats are so kick ass. they have studs AND the trim is a zipper detail! What a fabulous idea!

Freddy Studded Lace-Ups ($995 at Saks)

I foresee these shoes being a big hit, especially among the hipsters. These shoes leave me speechless. They are just beyond words amazing.

I love when the new Louboutins come out. It’s one of my favorite days, even if I cant afford any of the shoes. These are my favorites from the new Spring collection that just hit Saks.

Posts are going to be kind of short this week because I’m moving into my new apartment Thursday! Although I’m excited about moving, it’s not really the greatest thing for running a blog and going to school. More than half of my clothes and all of my shoes are in boxes. Actually, I need to go do some more packing now! xoxo emily

I love how feminine all of the ruffles are in this outfit. The outrageousness of the top is balances out by the simpler bottom.

I don't know why, but I am super obsessed with the idea of wearing bloomers. I would love a pair to try and throw into the mix.

Safari jackets are becoming very popular, but I think that they are very outdated. I do love the boxiness of the jacket with the billowing ruffle mess of the piece underneath, however. I would die to have a dress/skirt with that sort of silhoutte at the bottom.

I was looking for some inspiration today and the Marc Jacobs Spring 2010 Ready to Wear line was just the ticket (all of the pictures are from New York Magazine). I love this whole preppy 1970s look that we’re seeing. It’s fantastic. I’m so excited for fashion week next month! I can’t wait to see what everyone has planned! Just a quick post to tide you over until tomorrow! xoxo emily

Inspiration from February 2010 Teen Vogue

I felt super girly so I thought I’d put together a little Inspiration Board. All of the photos are from the February 2010 Teen Vogue (see, it wasn’t all bad). Enjoy!

At the top corner is a dress worn by Emma Roberts (btw- sorry I cut off your head, Emma, I was a little embarrassed that I loved something you wore). I stared at that picture for like 10 minutes. It’s so simple, but so amazing. Love. I’m not exactly sure of any of the designers of anything she’s wearing, let me know if any of you guys do!

The model below that is from a Marc by Marc Jacobs ad. I love that combination! It is so fun! I’ll have to pool some courage to try something so gutsy out.

Then the model next to that is a M.O.D. (model off duty) look. I love love love the whole M.O.D. thing. It completely signifies how I like to dress. This is Hanne Gaby Odiele after the Dries Van Noten Spring 2010 Runway Show.

Now on to the mass of purses (because that’s how I like it). The yellow bag is Sonia by Sonia Rykiel and the nylon keychain on that bag is See by Chloé. The purplish quilted bag is, duh, Chanel. And that super cool see through backpack is by Dsquared2.

And last, but not least, is that cute girl in the corner. She totally looks like Annie to me with that giant red Luella bow in her hair. Ah, Luella, how I die to own something you’ve designed. Why must Top Shop tease me with its cute items but huge price tags? That adorable vest is $190! Whaat. I mean, yeah it rocks, but c’mon! That Plume shirt looks like quite the staple piece. I need to find a similar one in my price range ASAP. I’m not dying for the Barlow skirt, but it does work really well with the rest of the outfit. I don’t think I would ever really pair it with anything else, though. She’s also wearing Natalia Brilli leather bracelets and a Tory Burch cuff (just in case you were wondering).

I really enjoyed doing this, so look forward to seeing more of these!

love ya!