2011 in Fashion + BALENCIAGA WINNER

A quick round-up of some things that made me smile in 2011:

1. Trips to New York City (taking in Fashion Week, chatting with old friends over Coffee, long walks in Central Park..)
2. Those Miu Miu sandals!!
3. Fashion Models/Icons Who Inspire Me: Anna Selezneva, Chloe Sevigny, and Elena Perminova.
4. Keira Knightley with her amazing sense of style- pulled together, yet effortless.
5. The Topshop Ambush boots, that I cannot seem to STOP wearing. :)
6. Red Velvet Dresses - a Holiday Staple, and, personal favorite!
7. Mary-Kate Olsen always dominated my inspiration boards. This year, to be fair, I'm going to give Ashley Olsen more face-time.

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P.S. Aura is doing better, making a little more progress each day. :D

P.S.S. After a Random Drawing Last Night, the Winner of the Balenciaga Arena Giant City Giveaway is... Gemma! With her post here. Congrats! :)


I WISH I had 2,071 bags for all of you...

The rest of you, STAY TUNED for More Amazing Giveaways this year, which mean More Chances to WIN!!! ;)


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" StyleMint #1 " in Tiffany Blue

Wool Coat with Ruffles (Vintage)
StyleMINT "Magnolia" T Shirt
Armani Exchange A|X Metallic Snakeskin Jeans
MARNI Suede Platforms



A few weeks ago, I was approached and asked if I would like to style a few pieces from Stylemint's Fall/Winter line of Ts. You can't imagine how floored I was to be contacted. I'm a huge Olsen supporter and fan. In fact, both Mary-Kate and Ashley inspired my style a lot during college. So this is more of an honor really.

This is the first of 5 installments I will be sharing with you in the coming weeks. I selected this tiffany inspired blue hued boatneck knit mainly for its color. When I think about Christmas and the Holiday season, metallic gold and silver spring to mind. So does icy blue. This T Shirt made me think of a snowflake. I paired it with metallic silver snakeskin print jeans, a basic black coat, and heels.


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The Olsens, Vogue, Metallic Nail Polish and Chocolate Cake!

Pumpkin Spiced Latte from Starbucks + Vogue ..Mmm!




1. Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen cover Vogue's Best Dressed Issue this Month

2. Holiday Beauty Products:
+ OPI nail polish in Vodka & Caviar and I Brake for Manicures
+ Peppermint Lip Balm from Williamsburg, Va.
+ Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Lipgloss in Blush Pink
+ Stila Lip Glaze in Kitten

3. Metallic Nail Polish from Sally Hansen. In Silver and Green, great for the Holiday Season! :)

4. Chocolate cake from Whole Foods was had last week. November 3rd is Anna Wintour's Birthday... it's also my dad's.

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Why do I Admire Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen?

I have grown up with the Olsen twins, figuratively speaking. Watching them dazzle the live audience on Full House was where it initially began. And then came their Mystery Detective series, I loved those. Their feature length movies, their songs, and matching outfits were just the tip of the iceberg. Do you remember their song Brother for Sale?







To this day, they still inspire me. From their individual style, to their business mindset. Above all, however, the true reason I admire them so? Is how close they are with each other. No matter the fame or fortune, they are there for one another and the rest of their family. This is what sets them apart from the rest of the Hollywood crowd. Their elegance and poise.






Right now, I'm craving a few pieces from their Elizabeth & James line. My Current picks: Round Sunglasses in Black, White Button Up Blouse, and Olive Suede Wedges

also in Black Suede here.



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The Olsen Cool Factor + Vogue

Even when casual, in jeans and layered basics, the Olsens have honed in on a special, cool sense of style. Always chic, always on trend and always comfortable; Mary-Kate alongside her twin sister, Ashley, have been setting the trends since their teens. Now, with the success of their luxurious American line, The Row, they are finally getting the recognition they truly deserve among the Fashion elite. This month's April issue of Vogue talks about how what they may lack in height, they hugely amass with their creativity and design. These twins are the ones to watch.
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Something Blue

Vintage coat and dress. Heels from Miami. Vintage and Forever 21 rings. Urban Outfitters beret.

This was inspired by Carrie Bradshaw during her short stint in Paris. You know that final, majestic sixth season of Sex and The City? Influence by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen is a must read, when I first bought it, and still today.


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My Favorite Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen Fashion Moment! - at Chanel Fall/Winter 08/09

I can't even decide on which is more exciting; their clothing, Chanel (front row!!) or getting hugged by THE Karl Lagerfeld??
Check out those Chanel giftbags. Ahhhh, the life of an Olsen!

Images: all from Olsen-Files and the Song: is from La Dolce Vita movie sundtrack!!

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An Ode to the Olsen Style of 2007 !!!

Mary Kate “MK” Olsen

While some may refer to Mary Kate's style as being frumpy, somewhat bag lady or just plain out there- I see style well done; effortlessly so. I’ve never seen a girl who can pull on a baggy sweatshirt with almost any outfit and make it look cool. My wardrobe staples have always leaned towards hoodies and skinny jeans not unlike MK. Lately, chunky boots, platform sandals and wedges have joined the collection. If only I could wake up tomorrow and have Mary Kate’s extensive ring and handbag assortment. Now, if I could wake up tomorrow as anybody in the entire world, I’d definitely have to pick Mary Kate Olsen; or at least a chance to meet her. Not only does she have a smashing sense of style but also a stylish best friend, who we all know as her twin sister, Ashley.



Ashley “Ash” Olsen

Always refined, classic and pulled together. I look to Ashley for confidence in composure, intricately placed details and impeccable hairstyles. She is never one to shy away from mixing in new, eclectic pieces with her own classic staples. Not quite as avant-garde as say her sibling, MK, yet- she still manages to hold her own in the trendsetting department. I’m always fond of her coats, fitted pants and platform sandal concoctions! I would love to sit down and have a really good long, and fashion-filled, talk with Ashley over a cup of coffee, about what she likes best in this year’s collections, what she sees next and what she hopes to achieve with the future for her lines; The Row and Elizabeth & James.

Images for my collages are all from: Olsen-Files.com

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A Year in Review

I thought it fit today to blog about some of my current favorites for 2009 as well as some favorites that haunted me through 2008 and still today. I am anxiously anticipating the arrival of my body con double-U neck minidress from American Apparel, in black with long sleeves. The perfect classic; alone or layered. Cat has convinced me to hit the mall today for some studded rings (as has MK Olsen) and Melissa talked me into making a stop at the bookstore for the perfect Fashion book. I'm craving multichain necklaces as well. I cannot wait to incorporate all of these trends and new ideas into my blog this year. I do have some secrets up my sleeve, all neatly written out in shopping list format, of course. I hope to score some of them today. If not, there's always tomorrow.

XO


UPDATE: I ended up getting:
• a slew of rings
• a new scarf
• a bracelet
• and some very Carrie Bradshaw shoes!! xx
• I had to order the book online, along with another ring and necklace. :]
  

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Olsen Obsession

So lucky, lucky. So lovely, lovely.

From Balenciaga to Chloe, these twins have got it all. Starting out their career as little Michelle Tanner on the family sitcom (of the late 80's early 90's) Full House. These two have quickly built their own empire. Not to mention their own sense of style that is one hundred and twenty percent rocking. Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen certainly do reign!






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