Brighter than Sunshine

Ok, so by now you're like, "wtf, how many posts can she do about brights??" A lot. Take a hint from the most glamorous women the world's ever seen {Jackie, above} and start wearing them. If you're afraid to go solid bright head to toe, here's how to incorporate with caution:

{PINK tank from Splendid}

{ORANGE Brian Atwood 'maniac' pumps}

{GREEN scarf, worn by the fabulous Sophia}

{CORAL PS 1}

{FUCHSIA pants, paired with greys or greens for a muted look}

via pretty stuff, fashionologie, vogue diaries, tumblr, bag craze, tumblr

the proof is in the pants

quite literally.
the secret to long legs?
long, black, uber wide-leg pants.
a 5 inch platform heel doesn't hurt either.

go for it, ladies...they're everywhere!

Try these on for size:
piperlime: Juicy
net-a-porter: Theysken's Theory
saks: ALL of these

via fgr, sss

Duck, Duck, GOOSE!

You know how you love to people watch? So do I.
You ever find yourself loving a look, but knowing that you could never pull it off? The frayed white button down, layered under the navel revealing sweater, underneath the grey blazer. The chambray top worn with the busy, print skirt, accompanied by the animal print shoes. This is definitely a case of "I appreciate your effort and you look great, but..."
{I could never wear that}

Then, sometimes you see someone and...

Hair up, dark glasses, neutral scarf, neutral sweater, neutral bag, black pants, black boots.
{Is that me?}

via garance dore, who what wear blog, stockholm street style

Bright Mango

Now that we've firmly established that BRIGHTS are undoubtedly the hottest trend of the season, you may be wondering how you'll fit them into your wardrobe.  Look no further.  The Mango Spring lookbook provides inspiration for the color phobic.  I for one am a neutrals kinda girl; my go to is black pants, neutral top & some kind of fun accessory.  Seen here, the stylists at Mango incorporated all sorts of accessories: the bright belt, the stacked bracelets, the saddle bag {in orange, of course}, the baseball hat & mitt.  My favorite has to be the bun-worn-as-crown & the giant sailboat.  You?

And for the winner of the OluKai sandals giveaway:

Karena of Art by Karena!
Thanks so much for playing.  We will have another giveaway this week!

The Look

bracelets. brights. box bag.

via streetfsn

Massimo Dutti Lookbook Spring 2011

This lookbook demonstrates EXACTLY what I want for spring: crisp, clean neutrals with understated pops of color {RED} in a preppie hippie kind of style.  I also love the nautical stripes in red and the lace skirt paired with the cable knit, leather elbow sweater.  I know there's a name for that sweater, but I haven't a clue what it is.  "Man smoking a pipe, watching MasterpieceTheater" sweater?

I'm beyond excited that Spring has finally reared it's glorious head in New York.  The cold weather just gets exhausting after awhile.  Today, the baby and I are going for a hike around a park with my mom and grabbing some sushi.  Tomorrow I've scheduled a cut+color because my hair is the LONGEST and the brassiest it's ever been {in the history of hair}.  Sunday is my brother's 27th birthday and we're celebrating with brunch.  HAPPY BIRTHDAY ADAM {or "boychick" as my mom would say}.  

What are you doing?
Have a lovely one, whatever's on your calendar!

*Don't forget to enter my contest to win a gorgeous pair of OluKai sandals for summer!  Click here!

Fendi Spring 2011 RTW: Revisited

I was just browsing through the new SAKS catalog, an awesome resource for seasonal trends from all the designers. As I flipped through the pages I suddenly panicked. I quickly realized that I totally neglected Karl Lagerfeld's spring collection for Fendi, both on the blog & in my life. I blame the baby: he was born smack in the middle of the Fall 2010 presentations. The look is fun, it's bright, it's happy, it's light- did I mention I'm Dr. Seuss?  Some have compared it to Margot Hemingway's Studio 54 days, but I think it's for the Italian woman on holiday, preferably on some Riviera. Let's do a cliff notes takeaway for spring:

1. Brights

2. Color blocking

3. Brights

4. Color blocking

Are we good?

I especially love this last print.  Oh and the pin straight hair with the side part.  And the lipstick.  Bags, too.

via style.com

The Girl is Crafty {Like Ice Is Cold}

This spring's designer handmade trends scream DIY.
Who wants to host the crafting party?
I'll bring the faux Chanel logos if you promise you won't tell...

{chanel, reed krakoff, roberto cavalli, jimmy choo}

title via Adrock, MCA & Mike D; photos via style.com

Trending Topic: #FullSkirts

In a welcome break from the all too body conscious skirts of yesteryear, the new skirts for spring are full, fun and quite fabulous.  You all remember the circle skirts with the Mad Men silhouette by Marc Jacobs for Louis Vuitton last year {if not, check it out here but do come right back}.  I wouldn't mind making room for these in my ever shrinking closet:

{Modcloth, $59.99}

{forever 21, $24.80}

{urban outfitters, $59}

{planet blue, $154}

{top shop, $80}

{bcbg, the missing piece online, $48}
*readers can use the code FRIEND for a 10% discount sitewide at the missing piece!*

So keep on carb loading this winter, ladies.  We all know you want to.  These full skirts have a strict "don't ask, don't tell policy."  And we won't.

top photo via fashionologie

Animal Behavior

Last year, I fell head over heels for the Steven Sprouse for Louis Vuitton stole.

However, its price tag was prohibitive so I quickly forgot about it.

My dears, I have excellent news for any of you who shared in this love!

I just spotted a fantastic spring tote by LV collaborator, Marc Jacobs.

It's totes reminiscent of the scarf that stole my heart, but a fraction of the price.

The canvas bag is just what I need for the warmer months at work, the beach, grabbing ice cream or just sitting under a tree waiting to feel my boy kick...

Marc by Marc Jacobs, $188
Into the Wild Standard Supply Mabel Tote

Bloomingdales

Meee-Yow!!