Giovanna Battaglia ❘ Vintage YSL

I remember seeing Giovanna after she nabbed this iconic vintage YSL tunic. She was so happy that she had found it. Me too, she looks stunning in it. Love how she styles it over a pencil skirt and pairs it with gorgeous black and white strappy pumps. Très Chic!

It's always amazing when you find gems like Giovanna's. Let me know if you find something special today at the markets or in the shops. Have fun!

Julia Restoin-Roitfeld ❘ Glowing

News broke this past week that Julia is expecting her first child with boyfriend Robert Konjic. In this pic, Julia just glows outside the Rodarte SS12 show in a lovely floral mini. Love her accessories, the black with gold hardware adds a touch of chic-edge to the ladylike look. Congratulations to the gorgeous couple!

Jane Keltner deValle ❘ Sporty Chic

It's looks like Jane's that get me up at 7 in the morning thinking of how I can get my hands on a particular item of clothing. I love her sweat shirt-plus-pleated leather skirt mix. As you may know, I'm very partial to chic sweatshirts. I have a really amazing Acne grey one that I wear all the time. But, it's really her leather skirt that has me strategically planning out my morning shopping. You see, I saw a gorgeous leather pleated Prada skirt at the beginning of the season that I painfully left on the rack. BUT now, I have a fun party this afternoon in Alba in Piedmont. All families, a billion babies, plus it's super chilly in the region this time of year. Jane's look is absolutely the perfect solution. Sporty chic top on top (good for running after four-year-old with intentions of destroying hostess's contemporary art installations); sleek, posh bottom for dual purpose of (1) impressing the other chic moms and (2) the just-above-the knee length will allow me to elegantly bend down to clean up the inevitable spilled cup of water. Hmm, hope that skirt is still there. Going to make a cup of coffee now. I've got a lot to do this morning.

THE CASUAL SUIT

joujou villeroy | mode d'amour

loving this. so easy, casual + cool.
throw on a blazer, basic top or button up, casual loose pants, cool sneakers + you're set!
these A.L.C. pants are perfect for the look paired with some new balance kicks ♥

COLOR BLOCKED DENIM

courtney d’alesio for elle | asos

after obsessing over the isabel marant shirt in the first photo, i was SUPER excited to find the similar shirt in the second shot! it's a great alternative from asos >> get it HERE.

ps! get 20% off everything at asos this weekend by using the code SAVE20 at checkout!

☆ TOP BLOGGER LOOKS OF THE WEEK ☆

my picks for this week's top blogger looks are now up on FASHION SALADE!
if you have any cool personal style blogs you'd like me to check out- let me know!

xo

A SWEATER + DENIM

velvet magazine

one of my favorite classic pairings. i'm also really loving sweaters with elbow patches right now.
here are a few sweaters worth checking out...
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· Enza Costa Cashmere Sweater with Elbow Patches
· Chinti and Parker Elbow Patch Long Cardigan
· Twist & Tango Elbow Patch Zip Front Cardigan

NEW MUSE: LUCY CHADWICK

lucy chadwick by the selby for zara

i came across this gorgeous video + couldn't help but share.
i got emotional watching this, as often happens when i am so inspired by something.
lucy chadwick is so much what i aspire to be in regards to both my personal style + lifestyle.
her effortless looks + her (brooklyn?) home are amazing! i appreciate the simplicity most.
hearing her talk about her art + being involved with art installations reminds me that i haven't picked up a paint brush since college, which is so sad. as an art major, i was painting + creating 24/7. it's definitely something i want to start doing again. another thing to add to my long list!

ps- make sure to check out lucy's london home. it's just as charming!

HOT MOMMA

just jared | celebrity gossip | celebutopia | daily mail | ace pix | celebrity gossip

miranda kerr is seriously killing it right now. chicest mom ever.
check out more of her past amaze looks >> here.

UNDONE

yen magazine

simple + sexy sunday inspiration.

SIMPLE LEATHER SATCHEL

ph: michael marrs for where did u get that

my friend + fellow blogger, Karen of WHERE DID U GET THAT, has me thinking about getting a simple leather satchel- they bring a classic touch to any look. a black one would be cute too!
my favorite satchels at the moment are...

· J.Crew Edie bag >> Karen's wearing this one in the 2nd photo!
· Madewell Lil Briefcase Bag
· See by Chloe Carmen Satchel
· Coach Classics Small shoulder bag
· Warehouse Leather Color Block Satchel
· ASOS Saddle Satchel

Retro Chic, Margherita Missoni

Margherita is retro chic in a bold mix of Missoni and Giambattista Valli. Her look brings me back to images of style icons during the late 60s.  I totally see Talitha Getty on the roof top in Marrakesh in the iconic Patrick Lichfield photograph, or Jackie O in a silhouette that she might have worn to an evening out at the Metropolitan Opera.

WEEKEND CASUAL

1. TEXTILE Elizabeth and James Collarless Sid Jacket
2. Kain Label Pocket Tee
3. EDUN Zipped Sweater Skirt
4. Tom Ford Eyewear Square Glasses
5. Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish in Billionaire
6. TOM BINNS Safety Pin Earrings
7. Alexander Wang Marion Sling Bag
8. House of Harlow 1960 Horizontal Evil Eye Ring
9. Rag & Bone Mid Heel Moto Booties

CAT-EYES

vogue españa + w magazine

classic + simple. i always love a good cat-eye.

LEOPARD + DENIM

natalie of canned fashion photographed by vanessa jackman ♥

love this combo!
get the look with a leopard coat from by malene berger, river island or topshop.
then pair with a denim button up from madewell or equipment.

ps- make sure to check out my lil feature over on equipment's facebook page!

LE FASHION X STYLEMINT

· lenox shirt | mother denim | illesteva sunglasses | sachin + babi necklace | chanel bag | burberry platforms
· sunset shirt | a.l.c. skirt | eliz & james sunglasses | junghwa necklaces | céline bag | balenciaga platforms
· prince shirt | zara pant | céline sunglasses | pamela love necklace | givenchy bag | theyskens' theory wedges

i had a great time styling three of my favorite STYLEMINT tshirt designs...
the LENOX, SUNSET + PRINCE, with clothes + accessories from my own closet ♥

it's no secret that i love mary-kate + ashley olsen's style (ahem, olsens anonymous!) + adore the lines they design. when i heard they started stylemint i was super excited!

STYLEMINT is a member only tshirt club with exclusive shirts designed by mary-kate + ashley olsen. it's a great personalized way to shop for tshirts- you take a quick style quiz + then designs are chosen for you every month based on your fashion personality profile. the best part is it's super affordable! head over to their site to find out more + to check out all the other great tshirt designs. in fact, now's the best time...

STYLEMINT is offering a special promo code to my readers!
new members can use the code: LEFASHION to get 10% off their first tshirt! (expires 11.30.11)

Faith

I was browsing through some fashion images the other day and came across a story on faith inspired-jewelry, e.g., crosses and other religious symbols. The piece immediately brought me back to this picture that I snapped after the Louis Vuitton SS12 show. Blue and black is one of the chicest combos ever and the white cross pops straight off her irreverently-short mini. What would the nuns say? I think that they would look the other way as this look is faithfully chic.

QUIRKY KIM

tank magazine

another great short haircut!
kim noorda is fantastic in this editorial. i love her strong brows.

CAROLINE + POPPY

vogue.co.uk

chanel, denim + legs for days. caroline sieber is pure perfection here ♥
as for poppy delevigne, she is such a natural beauty + i'm obsessed with her hair.

get caroline's look...
· Warehouse Embellished Blouse
· Victoria Beckham Denim Cut-off Short
· Botkier Misha Clutch
· Valentino Studded Suede Pumps

Caroline Issa

Caroline makes a quick call to her office in a striking pair of Alejandro Ingelmo booties and gorgeous velvet blazer! Love her entire look! Her red belt and wine colored handbag add perfect pops of color and brilliantly complement the grey and olive in her look.

NO FUSS

io donna

the hair! this almost makes me want to chop mine off. almost...
i'm always going back + forth between wanting my hair long or wanting it short.
oh if only we could be like be like dolly surprise lol.

SNEAKER CRUSH: FORFEX DALMATIAN HIGH-TOPS

carolines mode via because im addicted | opening ceremony

i'm obsessed with these sneakers + super sad they're sold out in my size.
hi lovely forfex + opening ceremony! pretty please restock?!
until then, i have my eye on these leopard ones.

ps- how great is caroline's styling here?

GÉRALDINE SAGLIO

stockholm streetstyle | fashion coup | gastro chic | nymag | muoti mielessa | streetpeeper

so simple + chic! i love it.
check out these pieces to get her look in the first photo (my fav!)...
· Equipment Brett washed-silk shirt
· Current/Elliott The Stiletto Skinny Jeans in Camel Leopard
· Elegantly Waisted Joanna Belt
· Michael Kors Jet Set Sport Watch
· Alexander Wang Stella Suede Buckle Sandals

LEATHER + PEARLS

1. Elizabeth and James New Rory Jacket
2. T by Alexander Wang Reversible Long Sleeve Sweater
3. Kelly Bergin Leather Circle Skirt
4. Karen Walker Super Duper Strength Sunglasses
5. Rescue Beauty Nail Polish in Chinoise
6. Mikimoto Pearl Earrings >> check out Mikimoto's FACEBOOK for a chance to win these!
7. Michael Kors Collection Hutton Box Frame Bag
8. B Brian Atwood Paramour Suede High Heel Booties

LIGHT EASY

vogue korea

KAIN LABEL • THEONNE • THE ETERNAL

ph: my own

a few weeks ago i stopped by a preview for three great collections...
KAIN LABEL, THEONNE + THE ETERNAL♥
i fell in love with with so many pieces, from the cozy + sweet knits from KAIN LABEL,
to the silky + feminine pieces from THEONNE + the luscious leather from THE ETERNAL.
i'm all about textures, so this visit was a treat. how amazing is the grey leather in the 6th pic?!

here are some of my favorite kain label pieces available now...
- Kain Label Parker Coat
- Kain Label Classic Stripe Pocket Tee
- Kain Label Decca Jacket
- Kain Label Kai Blouse