fall/winter wish list

the weather is finally starting to cool down a bit and i'm starting to feel like i need a few changes to my wardrobe as the season is changing...

1. rag & bone the skinny - my favorite dark denim skinnies are ready to be retired, so i'm in the market for a new pair. 
2.  paige verdugo legging - i need one new fashion denim piece.  these paisley print leggings are perfect, not too loud but more interesting than a solid color.
3. penfield buffalo plaid flannel shirt - can't go wrong with a buffalo plaid flannel shirt.  i would probably wear this every other day... 
4. marc by marc jacobs mouse flats - i've wanted those marc by marc jacobs flats for oh so long, this might be the year i actually buy them.
5. madewell lily lace dress - nice enough to wear to holiday parties, but could also be dressed down for everyday!
6. free people oversized panda cardi - an oversized cardigan has been missing from my closet, and i've been getting tired of my oversized pullovers.  this cardi is the answer!
7. sorel tivoli boot - i love my uggs, as ugly as they are but they just aren't cutting it anymore!  with the rubber bottom and good traction these will be a perfect replacement to (old) uggs.
8.  st. james striped tee  - another classic that is (kinda) missing from my closet. 

this isn't the most exciting and and trend-filled wish list, but since i'm on the reduced waste/saving money kick i need to be buying things that i can wear more than one season.  what's on your fall wish list?    

i want this. and that.

here is the problem with my job - if i'm not in the studio looking at clothes/accessories/shoes, i'm scouring the web to steal ideas for inspiration from other e-commerce sites.  and because of this i always have a want list. once i cross something off another thing appears on the list.  i like it, but my bank account doesn't!

1. l*space fringe halter top & classic scanty bottom, 2. zara court shoe with asymmetrical heel, 3. bauble bar neon color block collar, 4. cambridge satchel fluoro satchel, 5. stella&dot renegade cluster bracelet, 6. jeffrey campbell trudeau wedge sandal, 7. bop basics raffia tote

i just don't think i'll make it through the summer without these items.  i really wont make it through the summer if i buy all these items cause i'll be broke!  seriously, this is a vicious cycle that never ends.  i hope i'm not the only one who has a never ending list!  anyone??

wish list - birthday edition!

happy march everyone! it's hard to believe that we are already two months into 2012, it seems like it was just new years eve! march brings two important days for me- my birthday, (march 9th) and my blog's birthday (march 4th, i swear i didn't plan for the two days to be so close together)!  anytime there is an event where people will possibly be giving me a gift i've got a wish list.  actually i've always got a wish list, whether its my birthday or not.  check out my b-day list!
 

1. free people bustier dress, 2. elizabeth & james layafette cat eye sunglasses, 3. ked's for madewell blanket stripe sneakers, 4. madewell harrison trench coat, 5. free people laguna pullover, 6. jacquie aiche hand chain

while i've had the blog for 3 years, i wasn't blogging regularly until about a year and a half ago.  i will also be 26 years old this year.  that sounds so much more grown up than i feel, which i guess is good.  does anyone remember when you were a little kid and it would seem like an eternity between birthdays?  now it comes before i'm ready!  anyway, i suppose this could/should serve as my spring wish list, since i want all the same things for spring!  whats on your spring wish list? 

the christmas list

i usually ask for mostly home goods for christmas, as i don't really buy those items for myself.  this year i do have some clothes and accessories though!

1. j crew leopard print iphone case, 2. sam edelman adena loafers, 3. hue nordic jacquard sweater leggings, 4. sebastian conran utensils, 5. alessi michael graves kettle, 6. madewell campfire cargo shirt, 7. west elm blake sectional  

i'm pretty sure that i won't be getting a couch, but its still on my list!  what kind of things are on your christmas list?

fall wish list

i've already added a few great fall items to my closet but, my fall wish list is far from complete!

1. pleated faux leather skirt - the first thing that went through my head when i saw this skirt from free people was "the ticket is the first notice!"  i love anything that reminds me of clueless, so this skirt is definitely a must have for me!  i've seen it in person and can tell you that it feels super soft - just like real leather but about half the cost of a real leather skirt.

2. lace up ankle boot - this is a classic style to have and honestly, i don't know why i don't have something like this in my closet already.  i love that there is a sherling lining - extra comfort!  and the best part is these booties are just under $100!!

3. polka dot blouse - after buying a polka dot dress this past spring (seen here, here and here) i kinda have a crush on the dots now!  i have been looking for the perfect polka dot blouse - but none have come close to being as perfect as the one from alexa chung's fall collection for madewell.  now if i could only find the extra cash to buy it... or settle for something cheaper.

4. silver watch - i've been wearing the same brown leather watch for like.. 2 years now?  it's just time for a change and i'm more of a silver girl than a gold girl.  i could also use a little bling i think!

5. black booties - another closet staple.  how do i not already have something like this in my closet?  must have for all year round and at $100 you won't have to feel any guilt.  i love a shoe that costs $100 or less!

6. sequin skirt - i'm literally obsessed with this skirt from zara.  its beautiful!  i look at it everyday!  i haven't purchased anything from zara online yet and i'm thinking this skirt might have to be my first purchase.  or my next DIY.

7. faux fur vest - this was on my list last year but i never actually got one, so a faux fur vest is still on my list.  i love wearing print dresses and nothing looks better with a printed dress than a faux fur vest!  i need one in my closet!  

8. trench coat - another missing classic from my closet.  i've got a pea coat and military coat, so the obvious next coat purchase should be a trench coat.  i like the removable faux collar too - it's kinda like two coats in one!

hope you all enjoy your week, it's gonna be a crazy busy week for me!  also, remember to vote for me!  i would really appreciate it!