Telling Time

So lately I've been on this hunt for the perfect new watch. I l-o-v-e the look of the Rolex watches, but *sigh* it's not exactly in my budget at the moment :/  In the meantime, I found some potentials. They're all beautiful and each deserving of a home which makes it difficult to narrow down to just one! From top left to right: Vestal Gold Tone/Brown Leather - Endless, $90 | Michael Kors White Leather Strap - Asos, $268.85 | Swiss Legend Karamica Collection Beige High Tech Ceramic - Endless, $497.50 | Marc by Marc Jacobs Gold Plate Steel with Crystal Bezel - Asos, $338.18 | Fossil Twist MOP Dial, $125 | Freelook Aquamarina Gold Plated Black Silicon Band - Endless, $249 | Peugeot Gold Tone Swarovski Crystal Accented Brown Leather Strap - Endless, $85 | Michael Kors Black Midsized Ceramic Watch - Neiman Marcus, $450

Celebrity Style Under the Radar

Jennifer Connelly, Thandie Newton, Milla Jovovich and Kate Beckinsale are not only talented actresses that have balanced successful careers and family life, but have remained perennial style icons. Photo Credit: Zimbio

Etsy Picks Part 1 [ Vintage and Handmade Pieces ]

Etsy has and will be one of my all time favorite places to shop online, showcasing a seemingly infinite selection of vintage and handmade splendor from sellers worldwide.  Here are some amazing finds I came across. (Tried to include sizes when noted by seller otherwise, measurements are included in the Etsy listing.) Starting from top, left to right: Creamsicle Dress with Embellished Collar (s/m), $78 | Acid Stripe Leggings, $80 | Studded Wooden Sandals (7), $68 | Floral Print Purple Pleated Dress, $32 | Brown Buckle Boots (8.5), $55 | Polka Dot Collar Sailor Dress, $155 | Floral Romper w/Attached Vest (m), $42 | Black Cropped Blazer (s/m), $42 | Giraffe Spot Print Scarf, $14 | Butternut Oxfords (7.5), $24. Now I will spend the rest of the weekend trying to restrain myself from buying every single item and THEN SOME!

eXtra Klasse [ items $50-n-under ]

$50-n-under: I like to indulge and treat myself to an occasional splurge, but boy...do I get giddy when I find an amazing item at an even more amazing price.  I've put together two looks with items each $50 & under that will hopefully make you feel just a 'lil giddy. Outfit (left): Boucle Blazer - F21, $15 | Floral Print Skirt with Sequin Detail - ModCloth, $50 | Miss Me Fern-1 Flats - endless, $35.95 | Leaf Buckle Belt - ASOS, $20.29 | Harajuku Lovers Gold-Tone Bracelet - Zappos, $41 | Golden Classic Square Face Watch - endless, $36 | Nude Contrast Bag - Miss Selfridge, $30 | Outfit(right): Orange Ruffle Tunic - ArdenB, $44 | Bow Detail Shorts - Miss Selfridge, $40 | Wild Diva Clarice-01 Wedge - Amazon, $30.60 | Leather Clutch - Topshop, $32 | Gold Bangle - PeepToe, $25 | Safety Pin Gold Necklace - Alex and Chloe, $40 | Gold-Tone Knot Earrings - Wet Seal, $6

Fashion Illustrations

Fashion illustration has increasingly become widely recognized, especially within the fashion blogging community.  I've always had an appreciation for sketches and drawings in various forms of media, particularly pencil and watercolor.  What's captured my attention are the brilliant renderings that blend traditional mediums as the foundation of the illustration and are later reworked in Photoshop.  The collage showcases some of my recent favorite illustrations; a collection of eclectic, figurative and pop-culture inspired drawings.  View the portfolios of the featured artists Katharine Asher, Paul Holland, Masha Karpushina and Max Gregor at IllustrationWeb.com.

Love Lost

Tank - hfm.co.jp, $87 | Jacket - Marni, $945 | Storm Sandal - All Saints, $180 | Messenger Bag - La Garconne, $1,995 | Pewter Leather Cuff Bracelet - Farfetch, $117 | Klaus Kobec Challenger Watch - Endless, $89 | Ray Ban Aviator Sunglasses - Farfetch, $165 | Suede Studded Belt - Topshop, $70 | Current/Elliot Denim Shorts - Shopbop, $208

City Slicker

City Slicker: One who is accustomed to a city lifestyle and unsuited to life in the country. Tami Tank - Calypso, $55 | Ann Demeulemeester Wool Jacket with Sequined Lapel - Browns , $940 | Drape Pocket Hareem Trousers - Top Shop, $80 | Christian Louboutin Black Woven Booties - Bluefly, $1,276 | Rebecca Minkoff Biker Clutch - Endless, $375 | Large Onyx Stone Ring - Pret-A-Porter, $208 | Bex Rox Gold and Suede Cord Necklace - Browns, $320 | 2 Tone Lens Aviator Sunglasses - ASOS, $20

Easy Elegance & Flirty Femininity

Left (2): Easy daytime elegance shown in Etro's Spring/Summer 2010 collection. Right (2): Flirty and feminine looks from Fendi Spring/Summer 2010. Photo Credit: Lecturas Moda Issue No. 38

Nude Tones at their Best

A  snippet from various Spring/Summer 2010 Collections (Marni, Alberta Ferretti, Pieters, Versace) showing beautiful nude tones. Photo Credit: Lecturas Moda Issue No. 38

Summer Wedges

This summer's must-have sandal is the wedge.  Sexy, comfortable and the selection this season is amazing!  Anywhere from edgy rocker to casual & classic.  Clockwise from top: Dolce Vita - Helix cut-out wedge $164.95 at SoleStruck | Coconuts - Olivia  cut-out wedge $65 at Piperlime | Steve Madden - Tuscan T-Strap $88.95 at Endless | Stuart Weitzman - Alex Espadrille $365 at Nordstrom | DVF - Opal wedge $295 at Pret-A-Porter   

New York, New York

Inspiration board fueled by excitement about my upcoming trip to NYC...Carrie Bradshaw-esque. Yay!

MinYoung Kim Youna Dress - Rous Iland, $485 | Christian Louboutin Big Lips 120 suede pumps, $755 |Matt & Nat Laroux Nappa-Style Clutch - Amazon, $185 |Anita Bubble Ring - Kirna Zabete, $85 |Kyler Oyster Duster Earrings - Max and Chloe, $98 | Urban Decay Cosmetics - 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil, $17 | NARS 'Sabrina' Lip Balm with SPF 20 - Nordstrom, $20 | aarne cocktail glass - Hive, $22

Celebrity Style: Who's that girl?

Can't help but be inspired by these style mavens.  Kate Moss, Rachel Bilson, Alexa Chung and Olivia Palermo all exemplify effortless chic style and continue to be trendsetters. 
Photo Credit: Zimbio

Sunday Style

Lovin' this print dress with open buttoned back at OU for $68. Ever so stylish Alex Bag by Mullberry; named after style icon Alexa Chung. The ideal casual chic bag. Price $1,150.  Perfect summer sandal Folklore Restricted Sandal found at NeedSupply for $29.99.  Fabulous tribal earrings from F21 for $3.80.