NYFW: Nanette Lepore Fall 2012

I really love Nanette Lepore's Fall 2012 line. The colors are gorgeous and vibrant, and I love the addition of colorful metallics. The tailoring and mix of prints is also exquisite. 

What was one of your favorite lines from New York Fashion Week?

Holiday Wishlist

I am always excited once Thanksgiving is over because then its truly shopping season! While shopping for others is most of the fun, I still like to put together a little wishlist and look forward to getting presents. Yes I know this is totally motivated by self-interest and capitalism, but I bet you'd be lying if you said you didn't do this yourself!

Here is a list of all the wonderful things I have on my holiday wishlist:

Rocking Out Sweater Wrap, Lucky Brand

Thelma, Jeffrey Campbell

Meow Earmuffs, Francesca's Collection

Pro Foundation Brush #47, Sephora

BADgal Plum Mascara, Sephora

So that's pretty much everything I am lusting for right now. What's on your holiday wishlist?

Polyvore!

I just recently started using Polyvore, a site where people can create outfits using items online. It is so much fun to do, especially since you don't actually have to purchase anything, and you can share your work with the rest of the Polyvore community. Here's the first set I've created:

Fall Funky by jacagroff

Who else has a Polyvore? I want to see!!

Marc Jacobs and the Xandu Gallery

I have been literally in love with the Marc Jacobs Large Dot tights ever since they first appeared on the runway months ago. In August my prayers (and birthday wishes) were finally granted and I  scored a pair of these amazing tights. I couldn't think of a better place to show them off than on Maiden Lane in San Francisco.

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For those who are not familiar with San Francisco, Maiden Lane is a chic little street in the heart of downtown. It is home to some of the most coveted shops, like Chanel and Prada, but it is extra special to me because it features the only commercial Frank Lloyd Wright building in San Francisco. This building is the Xandu Gallery featuring art from all over the world. 

As I have previously mentioned, I am obsessed with modern and contemporary architecture, and I gain a lot of my of my style inspiration from them. Being in this building both affirmed and renewed that inspiration.

The ramp heading up towards the top floor is so circularly oriented, so that you can easily look around at the entire building. Your eyes are not drawn simply to one aspect inside, but rather everything is created to pique your curiosity. This embellishment and attention to detail is something I try to achieve in every outfit I create as well. 

I especially love the design of the ceiling, and it even went well with my polka-dotted outfit!

I really couldn't resist the urge to put polka dots on top of polka dots. It just felt so fun. 

So overall the Xandu Gallery was spectacular, and you must check it out if you're ever in the Bay Area. It was free to visit too, which definitely cannot be said for most Frank Lloyd Wright buildings. I am also glad I have finally gotten a chance to showcase these amazing tights!

This outfit:

Top: Cotton Candy (bought at Sway Santa Cruz, swaychic.com)

Skirt: Free People

Tights: Marc Jacobs

Shoes: Miss Sixty

Bracelet: Liquid Metal Collection by Sergio Gutierrez (liquidmetaljewelry.com)

Kooky Chic Does Fall Preppy

I have been planning to go see the Picasso exhibit at the De Young museum since it first arrived in June, but I had never found the time. When I realized it was leaving San Francisco on October 10th, I knew I couldn't put it off any longer. The exhibit was vast and inspiring, and if you are in the Bay Area you should without a doubt try to catch this collection before it goes back to Paris. 

Since the weather was unusually spectacular all over the city, I was excited to get some photos of my outfit around Golden Gate Park. I decided to wear a few new pieces I recently got this past week. The first is an orange sweater that my mother found while we were shopping at a chic little consignment store in downtown Santa Cruz. I love the ruffles and the color is perfect for fall.

My next favorite new item is this pair of snake print oxford mini wedges that I snagged (on sale!) at Urban Outfitters. They are so fun and super trendy. I am literally obsessed. 

I think one of the most integral elements to what I wear is the mix between old and new. Much like Picasso, I never fully dedicate myself to one particular style. I feel that doing this allows for a wardrobe that is lasting and transcends time.

This outfit:

Sweater: J. Crew (bought at Twist, Santa Cruz)

Shoes: Deena & Ozzy

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs