Golden Weekend

I know Halloween (and most of October) is all about the orange and black, but I think a rich yellow is a much kinder shade to wear. Plus, it provides a pop of color without stepping into springtime territory. It's not that I have anything against orange...but it makes my skin look green.

What are you doing for Halloween? My boyfriend refused to tell me his costume because he was afraid I'd steal it. I persuaded him to tell me and then, true to form, poached his idea. Thus, we'll both be going as "Occupy the Bar Protesters." We'll be part of the 99% drunk. In my defense, I just graduated from college and I'm still in the transition phase. Apparently. :) Are you dressing up?


[photo cred to Martha Stewart and Patterson Maker]

The Weekend

Hope your weekend looks something like this!

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Mark the Mini

The thing about pencil skirts is that they're difficult to (speed)walk in. When I'm hustling to work, the last thing I need is a restrictive silhouette to slow me down. Minis can be just appropriate for the office if you play them right (but still allow for a fast, I'm-not-afraid-to-trample-your-Dachshund pace). In a classic grey tweed and (at this length) paired with black tights, they're perfect with a silky blouse or collared shirt. I'm obsessed with this little DSquared2 number on the right. When I say obsessed, I mean that I hope Santa or the Easter Bunny or my fairy godmother is reading this right now. Wink. Wink wink wink.

What do you think? Does it depend on the office environment? Admittedly, mine is the kind of place where you can wear snakeskin pants or a silk jumpsuit. (Both worn by my bosses). (Who are awesome). (Whose ensembles clearly put my jeans-and-tee uniform to shame). (Would you prefer that they write this blog?). (Please don't answer that).


[photo cred here]

Fashion Math

Statement necklace + chic jacket = the perfect fall ensemble for the office.

[photo cred here and here]

October Mornings

Fall is so lovely. My roommate and I wandered up Lexington Ave to Edit New York, where I bought a Joie sweater (after feeling just how soft it was)! The weather has been so perfect--cool and crisp and sunny. What were you up to this weekend?

[photo cred to 1, 2 and 3]

Going Down Swinging

Happy Friday! Which has taken on a whole new meaning now that I'm employed.

I've decided to try my hand (har har) at boxing. By that, I mean I went to one class and my arms are noodles, but I loved it. It was so refreshing to get an upper-body workout and plus, boxing doubles as self-defense. I may make this official and spring for a pair of my own hand wraps. Have you ever tried boxing? What do you think of it?

Have a wonderful and crisp fall weekend!


[photo cred to Lonny magazine, via here]

Sweater Weather

When I was in high school and working in a clothing boutique, I had to unpack and tag a box of Lauren Conrad duds. No offense to LC...but compared to the Nanette Lepore and Robert Rodriguez, her line was no match. Since then, I've been wary of celebrity designers.

Claudia Schiffer's new cashmere line, available at Net-A-Porter.com, has changed my mind (although let's be honest, my wallet is having a nervous breakdown). Plus, the concept hits my weak spot: I'm over this heat and into autumn—and sweater weather. The cozy combination of warm knits, skinny jeans and boots...are you as ready as I am?


[photos courtesy of net-a-porter.com]

Silk + Corduroy

I have this fatal attraction to light, airy tops that are perfect for summer, but love them too much to limit them to one or two seasons. A new and original way to incorporate them into fall? Add a sturdy jacket and corduroys to the mix. Cords lend an edge to the innocence of a silk blouse and act as a convenient transition piece to warmer, more substantial autumn looks. I'm a sucker for these cinnamon cords from J. Crew, which complement pastels of nearly every shade.

On top, I'm feeling the soft pinks that manage to retain a light, sheer look while standing up to unconventional neutrals, such as the cinnamon (pictured above) as well as navy and dark grey. Although this particular Aqua blouse would look fantastic paired with simple jeans, corduroys elevate it. The difference between the textures lends a cheeky twist to a staple and allows me to wear my favorite tops well into November.