Summer Rain

I'm really lovin' all this yellow and grey...


Is it me, or did J.Crew just get ten times better?


...maybe it's just good styling? Love this Anna Sui for anthropologie top!

... even for the home. Love these tea towels, available at threepotatofourshop.com.

A perfect gift for a little one who already has (almost) everything!

Aren't these the cutest?

I worked with Ms. Katragadda back in my Amex days; Katchenkoo was started by her and a friend. High-end extraordinary jewelry for children -- why didn't I think of that?!?

I also love these handcrafted modern sterling silver bracelets - new from Boon.

Mom, it's never too late to give me a diamond necklace ;-)

Autumn Must Haves

Happy Friday & happy shopping... Have a nice weekend and see you on Monday!



The only reasons I can think of to look forward to the end of summer...

3.1 Phillip Lim Oversized Campus Shoulder Tote, shopjake.com
Delicious Apple Necklace, Urban Outfitters
Bumpy Rider Jacket, French Connection
Cynthia Vincent Faith - Hidden Platform Bootie, Piperlime.com
Jude Knit Sweater, French Connection
Heimstone - Officier Dress, Jumelle
Bing Bang Apple Charm, Barneys
G-Star Astor Denim Bomber, Xile Clothing

Top Picks: Tights

This cool weather is weirding me out - it feels like Fall in August.
I better start digging out my leggings & tights.

Speaking of, here are some cool textured tights that I've spotted...


From left to right:
Pointelle Pixie Tights, Free People; Textured Rib Tights, Free People; Corset Over the Knee Socks, Free People

Don't forget to stock up on some great basics:


From left to right:
Gap Low rise tights; J.Crew Diamond tights; Old Navy Women's Opaque Tights

Trend Spot: Rubber band bracelets

I've been noticing more and more guys wearing plain old rubber bands as fashion accessories. I especially like the way the guy on the lower right mixes it up - different sizes and colors worn all at once.

If you plan on partaking in this trend, may I suggest choosing rubber bands that are slightly loose. It can't be that comfortable to choke your wrist like the guy in the stripe/checks shirt.

Top Picks: Boots

I couldn't resist the Dr. Martens lace-up boots (above) and had to have them. So I ordered them from Free People on Friday and was inspired to share some of my top picks for riding & military-esque boots for this fall. Unfortunately, I've been blessed with flat feet and can't stand being in heels for more than 5 minutes so I'm always on the hunt for comfy shoes.

Top:
Anna Sui - Metallic leather biker boots (NET-A-PORTER); Forever Braid Boot (Free People); French Connection - Rock Chic (Zappos)
Bottom:
Dr. Martens - Triumph Boot (Free People); Camper - Stuart (Zappos)

Not your granny's kicks...

Many many many years ago (back in Junior High), I always looked forward to going back to school - not so much for the education but for the back-to-school shopping =)

Each year meant a bright new pair of white KEDS, slouchy socks and the famous canvas binders!

I'm really loving all these slip-ons. You can buy the Nanette Lepore Acid Yellow Keds, the Converse slip ons and the Roxy ones from Piperlime. The cute red one is from Urban Outfitters. If you love Zappos, you 'll also love Piperlime. They have the same free shipping both ways policy, but unlike Zappos - they don't have the free next day delivery option. But your shoes come in a really cute box with the famous green lime design.