Pin-Spiration: Fall Edition

Fall is not only favorite time of year but also my favorite time to "pin."

Chunky knits, riding boots, and pumpkins galore, what is there not to love about Pinterest right now?

Here are some of my favorite things this season. 

Come see these and more on my Pinterest!

Fool-Proof

Situation:

You hit the snooze button a few too many times, open your closet bursting with clothes, and utter the phrase

"I have nothing to wear."

I know we all face this situation far too many times, maybe even this morning.

But our agonizing mornings have come to an end with this fool proof solution.

 3.1 Philip Lim Overlap Seam Tank - $250

   A white tank with a high-low hem is flattering even when you are feeling your worst.  The billowy fabric is comfortable so you can move easily and if you get chilly just grab any cardigan or jacket to throw over.  With white you can't go wrong. 

Tory Burch Cropped Skinny Jean - $185

   Skinnies are a must.  They flatter any body type and are easy to pair with anything.  Darker washes add to the slimming effect and like white tops, they go with anything. 

Haute of Doors Flat in Clay - $32.99

   If you saw my fall trends posts a couple weeks ago you would have seen that laser cut designs are very "in" for fall. These flats utilize that trend that are perfect for everyday use.  The neutral color will also compliment any outfit. 

And to tailor this solution to any season just remember three things:

1. white top

2. dark wash

and

3. neutral shoes

Fall/Winter '13 NY Fashion Week: Day Seven - Marchesa

The last day of fashion week as come and gone, sorry for the late post, illness and Valentine's Day festivities kept me busy yesterday.  A perfect gown to wear on Valentine's Day would have been one of these lovely Marchesa dresses.  Marchesa is known for its elaborate cuts and styles that are fit for a princess. 

Intricate lace, tulle, tafetta, and beading give these gowns their regal essence.  Most of the gowns were also in neutral colors except for the occasion pop of fuchsia and red (not shown above). 

See the rest of the looks here: http://www.fabsugar.com/Marchesa-Runway-Fashion-Week-Fall-2013-Photos-27904933 

So long Fashion Week we will see you in the Fall for Spring/Summer 2014's collections!

Fall/Winter '13 NY Fashion Week: Day Six - Jenny Packham

So many great looks from Jenny Packham! I wanted to add even more pictures but didn't want this post to be too long! The collection was filled with many rich colors and beautiful cuts.  These dresses will without a doubt be seen on an A-list celebrity at some point this year, they are too beautiful not be worn!  One of my favorite elements of this collection is the intricate beading.  The beading is so feminine and is the perfect balance of simplicity and glamour. 

See all 43 looks here: http://www.fabsugar.com/Jenny-Packham-Runway-Fashion-Week-Fall-2013-Photos-27898663

Fall/Winter '13 NY Fashion Week: Day Five - Reem Acra

Reem Acra's designs have made a name for themselves on the red carpet and wedding aisles.  Her less extravagant dresses and outfits are still as beautiful as ever but it is her gowns that make her famous.  From large tulle skirts, mesh, extravagant beading, and so many other intricate details adorn all her gowns. I wonder if any stars will be strutting down the red carpet in any of them?
See all 38 looks here: http://www.fabsugar.com/Reem-Acra-Runway-Fashion-Week-Fall-2013-Pictures-27889118

  

                 

                 

                   

Fall/Winter '13 NY Fashion Week: Day Four - Diane von Fürstenberg

It is day four of fashion week and it just keeps getting better.  Diane von Fürstenberg's fame of wrap dresses and wearable office chic looks were still very much alive in fall/winter's collection but with added major pops of patterns and colors.

These pant suits for example are ready to wear to the office but easily transformed into a downtown nightlife outfit.  

One of my favorite pieces from the collection.  Wrap dresses should be a staple in every woman's closet.  It is appropriate for so many occasions and it flattery on every body shape with its cinch in the middle.

The colors of this dress are absolutely phenomenal the punch of fuchsia is eye-catching.  No one would take their eyes off you in this number.

Let's face it, this jumpsuit is just plain fun.  I want one right now.  The black and tan are good color combo to make this print not seem so dramatic.  Diane von Fürstenberg's fashion became famous in the 70's, which she obviously was inspired by with her jumpsuit and pantsuit pieces.  I think we should revisit the 70's more often.

The dark navy and burgundy color scheme are perfectly autumnal.  DVK's versatile pieces like this are why she has been so successful the past 40 years.

                         

My favorite thing that all of these looks have in common are the beautiful smiles the models have on their faces.  This is perfect example of how you can rock anything with confidence and a smile.  I think more designers should take a hint from Diane and tell there models to actually look happy!  Because fashion should make you feel just that.  

See all 40 looks here: http://www.fashionologie.com/Diane-von-Furstenberg-Review-Fashion-Week-Fall-2013-27881259?slide=1

Fall/Winter '13 NY Fashion Week: Day Three - Hervé Léger by Max Azria

Today's show stopper came from Max Azria's line Hervé Léger.  This line is know for its body hugging bandage dresses.  Like BCBG's collection Azria paired each dress with pants and a hat, this time a baseball hat.  This made me especially excited because I tend to wear baseball hats where more than I should.  Seeing it on the this year's runway makes me want to save up and retire my old hat for one of these beauts.

The color scheme as you can tell is mostly black and white with a few dresses in the trendy oxblood and some with emerald detailing (emerald dress not shown). Leather and fur again are chart toppers, seen on many of the runways in just the first few days.  

Watch a recording on of the show here: http://www.fashiontv.com/video/herv-l-ger-by-max-azria-fall-winter-2013-14-new-york-fashion-week-nyfw_393257.html

See the rest of the looks here: http://nowfashion.com/09-02-2013-herv%C3%A9-l%C3%A9ger-by-max-azria--fallwinter-2013-new-york-show-3188.html

 

Fall/Winter '13 NY Fashion Week: Day Two - Rebecca Minkoff

             

             

             

It is day two of Fashion Week and even the incoming Hurricane Nemo can't stop the fashion!  Today's choice of feature designer was a close defeat by Rebecca Minkoff to Nicole Miller.  Miller's show was absolutely beautiful, but Minkoff's design stole my heart with its versatility and wearability.  I will be after scrolling throw all the show's looks sometimes I can be a little put off, many of the designs, though beautiful, don't embody every day wear.  Sure crazy prints, structure, and texture can be inspiring but in all honesty when are you going to wear these looks out for the day.

Rebecca Minkoff consistently brings beautiful pieces in her collections.  I absolutely love the color palette specifically in this collection.  The darker shades mix well with the earthy tones of tan and green, and the pop of rich blue, red, and mustard really stand out.  Leather and fur are also still in full fledge for this season's looks, spotted in almost every show so far.  I can't wait to see tomorrows looks from Jill Stuart and Hervé Léger by Max Azria.

See all 34 looks here: http://www.fabsugar.com/Rebecca-Minkoff-Runway-Fashion-Week-Fall-2013-Photos-27871714. 

And tune in and watch the shows live on http://newyork.mbfashionweek.com/live. 

P.S. Sorry for so many pictures, there were too many great looks! I just had to show all my faves.

Fall/Winter '13 NY Fashion Week: Day 1 - BCBG MaxAzria

The biggest week in fashion has finally arrived... FALL/WINTER '13 NY FASHION WEEK!  The Lincoln Center in New York City is bustling with fashion bloggers, A-list celebrities, and today's top supermodels and designers.  Oh how I wish I could be part of the beautiful chaos, but instead I will have to divulge into it through my computer screen and magazines.  Because you nor I can be there, I will be featuring my favorite designer of each day this week so that you and I can be prepared for all the Fall/Winter trends to come.

Today I am featuring BCBG MaxAzria.  I am a huge fan of BCBG and all of my formal, homecoming, and other special occasion dresses have come from this wonderful design house.  The brand's muse this season was 90's, so of course knit beanies had to be involved.  Whether you are dressing up or down, a beanie will fit with any occasion, proven its pairing with the designs' flowy feminine skirts and dresses.  In the end, I guess this gives us the permission to slap on a beanie whenever we are having a bad hair day and get to call it trendy...and I am absolutely okay with that.

See all 34 looks from today's show here: http://www.fabsugar.com/BCBG-Max-Azria-Runway-Fashion-Week-Fall-2013-Photos-27861485?slide=33