Parisian Chic.

//Levi jeans//Silence+Noise blazer//Trouve booties//

I adore everything that is French or Parisian looking, so I wanted to choose an outfit that I feel embodies the Parisian way of life. I picked this classic striped sailor shirt when I visited Fontainebleau, France two summers ago. I feel like it is the epitome of casual French style. The overall look here is classy (haha) and cute yet wearable and sophisticated at the same time. Cuffed jeans, booties, a fitted blazer and a fresh face top the look off--now all I need is a new setting. Eiffel tower? Saint-Tropez? Versailles? Any of them will do just fine.

xoxo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWjNFC-FinU

Printed.

//Madewell striped shirt//Gap skirt//Lauren Ralph Lauren fleece//

Prints on prints on prints. When you're surrounded by all white, you've got to mix it up with your clothes! Even though it's about 50 degrees outside today, these photos are from a couple weeks ago when it was still wintry weather. 

Also, these are some lovely books that I recently received and can't wait to catch up on. Even if I never get around to finishing them they are perfect for sitting on my shelf as pretty decorations. Or instagram material...

xoxo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gwx4iTRLXG8

TeenVOGUE Sept. 2012

Welcome to the first installment of my Teen Vogue inspiration posts! The magazine inspires me with every issue, so I just want to share my thoughts with you! 

This just in: The old saying "less is more" is no more! For this fall, the fashion world is screaming at us from every glossy magazine page that MORE is actually better! What it boils down to people is "fashion eccentricity". This month, Teen Vogue emphasized that fact that Fall 2012 is not for the light of heart. Page after page of layered heavy knits, seven-piece suits, clunky creeper shoes, pattern play, and ornate Baroque outfits prove my point. Fashion fearlessness is not an easy feat, but it helps that the celebrity world is on board with us. This article said it perfectly: it's time for us to embrace individuality and load up on every fashion trend we love, even if it's in the same outfit. 

I know, I know, it's easy to say that you're not afraid to dress to express yourself, but we all know it takes some guts. Take this picture of me for example:

I was only five years old, so of course I didn't care what people thought of me. So next time you're getting dressed and considering whether or not you look ridiculous, remember this picture and think, "Hey I can't look any weirder than that!" and walk outside with a whole new level of confidence!

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xoxo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcwmQUi6Nn4

Sparkle & Fade.

Inspired this week by the most recent Teen Vogue issue (Feb. 12) and the story they did on hair and nails. I loved this one the most,  particularly the orange crush nails. I decided to try my own version of it in a more subtle way because the blue sparkles I had were a bit too overwhelming.

The process is really simple though! Start with a coat of polish in a similar color to your glitter, then in a little dish (I used an empty contact lens case) press your nail  down then shake off the excess. To seal the glitter, cover with one or two coats of clear polish. Sephora sells their own version by OPI that comes already in a little container.

Also, my new Calvin Klein crossbody bag--doubles as a clutch when you take the strap off!

xoxo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bag1gUxuU0g&ob=av2n

ps. slight nod to PLL in the last picture...it was on last night but I haven't seen it yet. Aria anyone?