Extremely lovely outfit on the ever-intriguing Genevieve Jones. I personally find myself apathetic towards her much wondered about rise on the NY social circuit, it's just fun to ogle her extremely interesting, almost Sevigny-ish fashion choices.



While yammering about Facehunted Topshop collabo fans, here's the loveliest lovely looking all vixenish in Christopher Kane's line.



I want to try this, it seems like a fun way to play with jeans.



So I have pyramid studs in my closet adorning everything from rings to Maryjanes, but this is just extremely noteworthy. I'm not sure who Vanessa's jacket is by (probably Givenchy too), but it's very stop-and-stare, no? It reminded me of this other Givenchy jacket (accompanying pic) from one of French Vogue's En Vogue features last year. They are quite on it, that team of Carine's...



Ultraviolet = the new black? Melanie Huynh and Julia Stegner are as convincing as ambassadors of the look could be.





Kate Moss' style has been somewhat uninspiring for ohhh the last few years or so, plus if I was gifted with that much beauty, I'm pretty sure I would take more careful care of my skin. Anyway, she still manages to produce magnetic photos now and then, these are just fun to look at, what with the juicy colors, semicreepy Americana themed room, and mind boggling footwear.



Marion Cotillard makes this Balenciaga dress not seem insane.



Could these be the hooves of anyone but Anna Dello Russo and Carine?



Geraldine Saglio - a little safe, but always amazing. And I think it would be pretty accurate to say that Emmanuelle Alt has mastered the (quite terrifying) art of pulling off the cropped pant.



I'm pondering breaking out my vintage over the knee boots again...does anyone have any ideas for de-tarting them?

Sources:wmag.com, the facehunter, style.com, theskullset, thefashionspot, nyt.com, mystyle

Definitely feeling inspired by Melanie Huynh's and Geraldine Saglio's latest En Vogue features (a couple posts below). I've had this belt (from Express!) since high school, one of the few items in my closet that's stood that long of a test of time. Though I suppose there are only so many ways to redesign a studded belt.

T, Urbn. Scarf, Target. Shorts, vintage Levi's. Belt, Express. Boots, Marc Jacobs. Bag, sunglasses, and bracelets, vintage. Will wear a khaki military jacket if it gets colder.

Trying out the ankle sock idea investigated in this post. I realized that I sadly don't have any acceptably strappy sandals to try this out with (Kingdom of Style's would be ever so perfect), so I just defaulted to my Nine West wedges, which are fast becoming a wardrobe staple, mirrored cutout sides and all. I don't think I love the effect of the two together so will have to keep on the lookout for more sock-friendly options.

T, thrifted Gap. Shorts, Forever21. Heels, Nine West. Bag, Marc Jacobs.

Admittedly, I am rarely inspired by modeling's new faces enough to post, but after catching a first glimpse of the Argentinian Flo Gennaro in Teen Vogue's Love Story editorial this month, I was fascinated enough to scrounge around on thefashionspot for more photos...the girl is amazing, with the sharp catlike eyes I've always been jealous of and a sort of raw energy that translates through in every shot.




What is it about Lula that makes me want to be blonde and 4 years old?



In a literally ancient issue of Teen Vogue, I tore out this picture and folded it up between the pages of one of my many inspiration journals. I later scanned it, regretting the foolish decision to mar it so. Folds and all, Carine's beauty is mesmerizing, I wish there were more photos floating about on the internet of her in those days.









I look forward to Vogue Paris' En Vogue feature every month. The items are always relatable yet inspiring, and the fringey boho accessories, denim shorts, and spring-appropriate boots are no exception. The spread also reminds me how badly I need an oversized brown leather bag...



Marios Schwab for Topshop. Lust. Once again, immediately sold out.



I'm always weirdly gleeful when new Keira candids surface. She always looks comfortably cozy and masterfully layered while still almost managing to convince me she didn't agonize over what colored beanie and which fabulous bag she should wear. I'm loving the medieval peasant-ish footwear too.



Lily Donaldson would have perfect taste in little black dresses.




And lastly, I just wanted to declare how much I miss Susan Eldridge. This photo sums it all up.

Teen Vogue Carine pic, scanned by me. Other pics, thefashionspot and keirapictures.com, Paris Vogue scans by member Diorette.

Haven't worn this skirt in while so decided to dig it up, I love the soccer shorts material and bubblish shape.

T, Hanes. Skirt, American Apparel. Heels, Nine West. Bag, Balenciaga. Jewelry, H&M and vintage.

I love everything about this photo, hipster headband and all, it makes me want to wear bright, pop-py colored boho dresses and frolic in the sun.

Pic, thefashionspot.

Pink! For Valentine's Day, you know. If only I were slithering about on a beach looking like a modern day Rainbow Brite.

Pics from imgmodels.com

I have a semi-bitter love/hate relationship with Topshop's website...so many necessary items, but everything is always sold out when I'm ready to click through an order. I recognize that there are worse problems to be had, but still. I'm feeling relatively anguished over the fact that I apparently missed my chance to order the Maggie button-down skirt. How can such a simple item elude me so! And yes I tried on the Urban Outfitters version, and the extra small sat low on my hips, which it was probably supposed to, but methinks the entirety of the allure of this item is based on the fact that it be high waisted.

And the shoes! So many amazing(-ly weird) boots to be had! Just not sure if they're worth like over $200. But talk about taking hybrid shoes to the level after the next. Quite sassy. Oh, and that's the back of the dress (top right)...it was more interesting than the front.

Lastly, hmm it seems I am not the only awkwardly pigeon toed poser. I seriously don't know why I do this, to the surprisingly large amount of people that have inquired. I mean I don't walk like that or anything but I think it helps me to stabilize when standing still for a photo? Especially in heels? Maybe? At this point it's so ingrained that it's almost difficult not to. I tried.

All pics, topshop.com. Obv.

Brr today. Was getting spoiled with all the 70 degree goodness.

Blazer, secondhand Ralph Lauren. T, Urban Outfitters. Lamé skirt, American Apparel. Tights, Target. Boots, Minnetonka. Bag, Old Navy. Sunglasses, H&M.

When I first heard tell of Tara for Bebe, I squealed inwardly with excitement, images of her relatively fabulous/quirky personal style, her much-coveted-by-me Easy Spirit line (I never mustered up the cash for a pair of my own), and her adorable character in The Last Days of Disco flitting through my mind gleefully. And then the photos surfaced...overly Valentine's-inspired (this is relevant for approximately one week of the year) and cheesy. I can barely recognize Tara through the wrappy ruffles and am pretty sure that lookalikes of these items could be find at any cheaper mall store. I suppose I expected more of someone with such close ties to Sevigny. The stripey top/skirt ensemble is cute but I'm pretty sure that everyone already has some version of these items in their wardrobes. Props for the monochromatic red outfit though, pretty intrepid for a company as mass as Bebe.



However, a couple clicks through their shoe section had me lusting after these two-tone sandals. Bebe can always be relied upon for having a couple lustworthy, almost misogynistically vertiginous heels. These would be perfect for achieving the Teen Vogue-inspired ankle sock/strappy sandal look noted previously.

All pics, bebe.com.

Haha how cheesy was that title. Anyway, with fresh spring merchandise hitting stores as we speak, I'm getting more excited about what exactly I'm going to be putting on my must-have list. Here are some of my favorite (pre-blog) pictures of me from last summer I thought I'd share, photography courtesy of the boyfriend except the last. Excuse the trashiness of that shot, it was his birthday and he miraculously didn't end up contracting footworms.

Waaaaaaaaaaaaaay back. My poor mother looks so stressed out.

Stretch denim in the form of not-jeans...scary territory. This denim dress is sadly more of a tunic so I decided to innovate and wear it as a top. It's a tad bulky underneath the thinner cotton skirt but the full pleats kind of allow this to be masked.

Denim dress, secondhand. Scarf and skirt, vintage. Bag, vintage Chanel. Sunglasses, picked up this weekend at Urban Outfitters. Jewelry, F21, H&M, and vintage. Boots, Jessica Simpson.

Once in a while in my travels, I come across a truly breathtaking vintage piece that actually makes my heart start pounding harder. I saw all the potential in this one when I picked it up, but I think the fit even exceeded those expectations. I think I would actually describe those sleeves as glorious and mean it. Alas, I can't keep every vintage gem I find..my puny closet that my boyfriend has already sacrificed most of for me doth overflow. Up for auction on eBay right now, ending on Wednesday.

T, Hanes. Lamé bra, American Apparel. Leggings and studded sandals, F21. Bangles and cuff, vintage. Sunnies, H&M. Bag, Old Navy.

Ally Hilfiger! I fell in love with her hippie-dippie-with-a-Birkin routine on MTV's Rich Girls (why is this not available on DVD? I would totally shamelessly purchase!) and was saddened when I was no longer able to see her in all her headscarfed glory due to the show's quick demise. Memories of watching her angst-ridden attempt to make a burrito and shopping for candy in a tiara, boa, and aviators stick out most strongly. The girl could almost rival Rachel Bilson for tiny brunette cuteness, and I'm weirdly enthralled by her chipmunky facial structure. Whatever she was doing since her reality TV sting (rehab? eh don't care), she's upped the style factor and I find myself lurking in her revived thread at thefashionspot semi-frequently. And can I also say how much I am entertained by the randomness of this quote from nymag?

Ally is a painter. "I do a lot of different versions of the number 8," she said.

Awesome.

Pics, wireimage, thefashionspot.