Hello, Spring!

The weather here is still a tad wishy-washy, but today was a beautiful 62 degrees. I know, we're getting there... With Easter around the corner, I needed to break out of the peacoats and snow boots. This Celine color fade skirt caught my eye -- I love the dark to light transition... kind of like the weather we've been experiencing, no? Here are a few cute tops, skirts, and boots to get into that transition phase!

Lipstick Jungle

Ever since the abrupt end to Lipstick Jungle, I've been watching reruns to feed my fashion addiction. I love Victory's flirty and girly style, Nico's sophisticated sense, and Wendy's professional chicness. I went into the show expecting another SATC knock-off but ended up infatuated with the dresses, jewels, and killer heels. (To be honest, as fashion forward as SATC has notoriously claimed to be, I am way more impressed with LJ.)

I was so disappointed to hear about the show's cancellation. But recently, I read online (reliability of the source is unknown) that it might come back. There is still hope yet!

I Lust: Rebecca Taylor Sale

Gilt Groupe's Rebecca Taylor sale ends at midnight of 2/18, and I feel a tinge of sadness. I absolutely adore this silk V-neck dress with flirty rosette ruffles on the hem, finished off with a bow at the neckline ($138, org. $390). The flow of the fabric is easy-going while the bow offers a pulled-together feel. It makes for a cute date dress or perhaps drinks with the girls at a swanky lounge.

The rest of the sale includes florals, ruffles, tunics, cardigans, beaded, embroidered, or a combination of the above.

Fall in Love with Fall 2009

The Fall 2009 Fashion Week is in full swing, and here are some of my favorites so far:

From left to right, top to bottom: Carlos Miele, Farah Angsana, Erin Fetherston, Tracy Reese, Andy & Debb (middle right 2), Barbie, Miss Sixty, and Lela Rose.

V-Day Suit

I didn't post what I was going to wear on Valentine's Day yesterday mostly because I had no clue what I was wearing until 15 minutes before my date picked me up. I decided to forgo the 3.5" Cole Haans and a cute above-the-knee dress from Levi's, instead opting for a more comfortable combo suitable for an evening in.

The loose tank was perfect for cuddling on the couch watching Comedy Central post-dinner (and totally hid any belly bulges from that pasta), and the cropped cardigan kept my arms warm. I loved the ketchup and mustard of the trapezee coat and the flats, adding a bit of warmth to the black/gray outfit.

Fab in Plaid

I remember I bought my first plaid top about 3 years ago, right when plaid was straddling between hick and cool. It had feminine ruffles, understated puffy sleeves, and a cinched-in waist. If pulled off nicely, plaid can be sophisticated with a bit of school-girl charm.