Saturday's Jewelry Picks

So all I've blogged about so far is clothes, so I thought it was time for a short post on accessories, namely jewelry. Earrings are probably my favorite piece. Here are a few of my favorite finds.

Coral sponge earrings by Serretta (as seen on the Duchess of Cambridge) - perfect for a casual look; dressed up or down - with a dress, or jeans and a tee.

Silver single leaf from Etsy.com - another versatile earring (even somewhat autumn-themed!).

Bubble effervescence by Links of London - so different from anything else I have in my collection. Very excited to wear these with my purple dress at my friend's wedding this upcoming month (I'm maid of honor!)!

Eternal drop oval amethyst earrings by Kiki McDonough - lovely and demure.

This is my favorite bracelet of all time. It's a Tiffany and Co. "Aquamarine by the Yard" single stone bracelet. Simple and elegant. 

It may be a bit childish to post this, but I just could not resist! I saw this at Macy's the other day (by Swarovski Elements). So cute, and matches the little ankle tattoo I have!

I've always been obsessed with initial and nameplate jewelry - even before Carrie Bradshaw donned her infamous necklace on Sex and the City. I bought this "L" from Tiffany and Co. last year, and it has been my go to necklace ever since. 

'Til next time!

Have a great weekend!!

Autumn is in full swing!

I cannot believe autumn is here! It's crazy how fast time flies - seems like just yesterday it was the first day of summer. I must say - fall is my favorite season to dress for. It's a shame that autumn weather doesn't arrive in Houston until late November or December. I have found a few items already, which I have bought, in preparation for fall.

In this post, I wanted to focus on some pieces I think are perfect for autumn. Whether it's dressing for work or cider mill, there are so many versatile pieces out there! Here are some of my faves.

This blazer by Smythe (Toronto - based designer, as seen on my favorite duchess) is great for going from work to night. It's a fabulous update on the classic navy blazer. It's a very fitted blazer - extremely slim cut - perfect for a girlie girl like me!

Another good blazer I have found is this red cardi-blazer hybrid from Zara. It's a nice alternative to black, navy, or tan. Having bought this, I can attest this is extremely flattering, and in a very cheery color!

I love this Reiss dress! Not only is this dress a flattering cut (nipped waist hides that stubborn tummy!), it is in one of my favorite colors for fall - sapphire! Sapphire is my birthstone, so I guess I'm kind of partial. Perfect for evenings out!

Another popular color for autumn is burgundy. These dresses from ASOS.com caught my eye - the first is a fun bird print dress (by Oasis), and the other is a pleated maxi (by Love Lace) - both very fresh looks! 

Again, I am featuring the lovely Aquatalia "Rouge" booties I posted about in my entry about end of summer sales. I did end up buying the gray version of these in the Nordstrom sale. I cannot express how much I love them! Cannot wait for the hot weather to go away so I can dress for my favorite season. It's such a good alternative to black - complements so many other colors!

Probably one of the biggest shoe trends for Autumn 2012 are riding boots. These boots from Tory Burch (style is Selma), are just the ticket! I would LOVE to get my hands on a pair of these but it seems they are sold out at many stores.

Here's a fantastic going out look from Zara. I love the combination of casual and dressy. I've always been a fan of feathers in clothes and accessories. The skirt is just too cute - ombre style with navy fading into white.

These are just a few ideas for the upcoming fall weather. Happy shopping!

Fashion For a Cause

So, here I am again, being lazy. I have commitment issues about everything it seems! Haha

I really wanted to do a post on fashion for a cause for this blog, because fashion is a great median to highlight some major issues going on in the world. I don't know if it's completely ignorant to think I'm contributing in some way, but I do feel quite accomplished after purchasing an item which has its proceeds go towards a charity or cause.

Now, that being said, I will start with my newest find - Beulah London. This label is intended to help former sex slaves get back up on their feet as independent women, as well as aiding in the prevention of sex trafficking. They have everything from dresses to accessories, with prints to die for. Here are a few items that caught my eye...

I love the versatility of this kaftan - it can be worn as a dress, shawl, or tunic. The blossom print is just so feminine and makes me happy!

This is the item they are perhaps the most famous for - as seen on quite a few celebs - the Shibani scarf. I posted this one (of many color combos) because I personally purchased it as my contribution to their cause. It is oh so soft (partially made of cashmere!), and transcends quite a few seasons!

I have also included a dress from their more formal line, which consists of gorgeous evening gowns, and even wedding gowns! I adore gem tones for the fall, emerald being one of my favorites! (yes, I bleed GREEN always having graduated from Michigan State University!)

For my next label choice, I selected TOMS. I must admit, I was not the biggest fan when I first saw these shoes. I thought that style shoe was only for people who live in remote villages, or something straight out of Aladdin! After a while, they grew on me, and I saw how good the cause is (One for One - buy a pair, a pair is given to a needy child), and how many different colors and styles there really are. 

This shows all of the different colored original style shoes. As you can see, there are many neutral colors you can pair with anything! And yes, they are quite comfy!

Keeping with the wedge trend, TOMS offers a small selection of wedges! 

These are also quite comfy, but I will warn you (on behalf of my sister), these will put your feet through a "breaking in" phase of a couple times. Just don't plan on walking any marathons the first few times you wear them!

On my "to buy eventually" list is of course a glittery pair of TOMS! 

These totally remind me of Dorothy in "The Wizard of Oz"! Love them!

Of course there's the route of designers putting a special edition item in their collections which aid in a cause. While not dedicating their entire line to charity, this lets consumers have a peek into what designers see as important issues. A few nice items I have come across are below.

This tote by Tory Burch donates to Light One Little Candle Foundation, which helps families facing cancer bond with their children.

Ralph Lauren has its "pink pony" line, which benefits breast cancer research. This is one of my earliest memories of fashion for a cause. 

(PRODUCT) RED is a group of companies that have gotten together to release various products and such to aid in the education of and getting rid of AIDS in Africa. Some of the companies involved include Apple, Nike, Gap, and Converse.

Well, that wraps up this entry. As always, I hope you all take inspiration from this, and go out and make a difference with fashion! Every bit counts!