SAINT LAURENT

I've been obsessively wearing leather pants and boots lately. Well..., really it's these particular boots and pants that I've been keeping on heavy rotation for the past few weeks. Suppose I'm going through one of my edgier, tailored phases and this combo seems to be the winning pairing at the moment. So, I'm just rolling with it!:)

SAINT LAURENT Lipstck print blouse | EXPRESS EDITION leather skinny pants | SAINT LAURENT Emmanuel small studded fringe bucket bag | IRO Shera jacket | SAINT LAURENT Embellished leather ankle boots 

CAMEL COATED

As far as I'm concerned, accessories make or break an outfit... Ok, maybe not break but they definitely make outfits a little more interesting:)! Take today's look for example, a classic camel and black combo gets a touch of drama thanks to a pair of studded booties and a bright red bandana. Sure, I could have gone with a neutral-hued scarf like brown, cream or gray for example, but I rather like that unexpected pop of red precisely because it takes this look away from the neutral territory and makes it a bit more special:) What do you guys think? 

BANANA REPUBLIC Camel double-breasted coat | IRO leather pants { similar here & here } | SAINT LAURENT Embellished leather ankle boots | FREE PEOPLE vintage bandana | CHANEL bag | DIOR So Real 48mm sunglasses

BLACK & WHITE

After living in LA for more than 10 years, when it comes to weather, the one thing I still find difficult to adjust to is how quickly it changes. Just when you get used to wearing sweaters and coats, it plays a trick on you and sends one of those super warm days your way. Not that I mind the warmth and sunshine! Yet, trying to dress in a weather-appropriate manner can get a little tricky.

Take this week for example, it started off nice and cool. Basically, by Cali standards completely coat appropriate temperatures. Then 2 days ago, the weather decided that it had enough of winter, and took us into a full summer mode! Well, ... what is a girl to do but bust out her new spring wardrobe! The plus side, beside the gorgeous warm weather of course, is that I get to wear my new spring favorites a little early. Or, a lot early in this case! :) 

IRO Shera jacket & Nicole skirt | B-LOW THE BELT Ana wrap belt | DIOR So Real 48mm sunglasses | SAINT LAURENT Embellished leather ankle boots | CHANEL bag 

COZY COVERUP

Ah, LA weather... I swear, it's the most unpredictable thing ever! I remember freezing in Malibu mid August a few years ago and tanning in November the following year! By now, I've accepted the fact that you have to expect the unexpected and even though it felt like I'd be spending the entire winter wearing denim cut-offs and flip flops last week, this week, it seems like the sweater weather is finally upon us! YAY!

Naturally, I am taking full advantage of the cooler temperatures by breaking out a few of my new fall favorites! Right now, it's all about capes and cover ups for me! There is something so incredibly cozy about them, yet still very chic and dressed up! And of course you know how much I love that! I am also digging a simpler almost monochromatic color palette these days, opting for just a single pop of color or print. Today's hero piece is of course this gorgeous southwestern blanket coverup! Because it's such a statement piece I decided to pair it with simple black separates, i.e. a black turtleneck sweater and scuba legging. I also love adding a pop of silver to my black and white looks, so I opted for a pair of mirrored sunnies, sudden boots and bag. 

What about you guys? Are you also loving the cape/cover up trend of the moment? 

EXPRESS southwestern fringe blanket coverup, ribbed turtleneck sweater & moto zip accent scuba legging | SAINT LAURENT Emmanuel small studded fringe bucket bag  & embellished leather ankle boots | DIOR So Real 48mm sunglasses 

SHOP VIVALUXURY ON VESTIAIRE COLLECTIVE

So, I have some really exciting news! I've partnered with Vestiaire Collective, a website where you can buy and sell luxury pre-owned fashion, featuring brands like Saint Laurent, Celine, Chanel and Givenchy, to sell a few items from my closet! I've already added 3 designer bags ( Saint Laurent, Alexander McQueen & Proenza Schouler ) to my seller's account, so CLICK HERE to check them out!

Today's look is really a combination of all my favorite designers at the moment. Love these Saint Laurent booties! Aside from being obsessed with ankle boots in general, I really can't resist a really good studded option ( the most amazing version from Laurence Dacede here and Isabel Marant here ). For this look, I pared them with a beautiful REDValentino dress ( also dying over this Givenchy version ) to create a rather stark hard & soft contrast. Sure, I could have worn the dress with a pair of really cute strappy sandals, but I think the boots add a nice edgy touch and make this outfit a bit more day-time appropriate. To complete the look, I added a studded Saint Laurent bag ( really cute studded Sonia Rykiel option here ) because A: can you really ever have enough studded pieces in your outfit? and B: because I do love to pair fringe and tulle! 

BTW, I'll be adding more goodies to my sellers account in the nearest future, so stay tuned:)And if you're thinking about selling some of your designer goodies, Vestiaire Collective is a great place to do both, tap luxe brands for less and make some extra $$$ to fund your next purchase:)