along came some chatter: 2012

12/06/2012

Dear Santa...

It's been a busy time for me (and I'm sure for all of you!) so I decided to do all of my holiday shopping online this year. It definitely saved me a lot of stress and frustration (no lines, no parking!).

As I was shopping for everyone else, I developed my own wish list:

Left to right from the top:

1. This coat will keep me warm AND take me from the slopes to apres ski in style!

Spyder Posh Faux Fur Ski Jacket ($650 - LOVE it in white).

2. Add a pop of colour to your coat collection. You'll be surprised how many things you can wear it with!

Mango Suede Biker Jacket in Neon Blue ($169.99)

3. Animal Print is ALWAYS a good idea

A.L.C Leopard Sweater ($365)

4. This dress body-con dress is super slimming with its side panels. It's classic with a twist.

Alexander Wang Rubberized Tweed Long Sleeve Dress ($585)

5. Love the bold rims on these sunnies

Super Retro Super Future 'America' Sunglasses ($179)

6. The perfect evening clutch for holiday parties and weddings

Zara Jeweled Box Clutch ($89.90)

7. Because who doesn't need a chic scarf?

Missoni Squiggle Scarf ($180)

8&9. I am obsessed with spiky jewelry

Topshop Rhinestone Bracelet Pack ($50) // Kenneth Jay Lane Black Spike Necklace ($80)

8. Lightweight trainers for my outdoor workouts

Nike Flyknit Trainer Unisex ($150)

9. I'll wear these when I want to add a touch of edginess to my outfit

Zara Flat Ankel Boot with Buckles ($129)

10. I've been dreaming about these for awhile...

Jimmy Choo Vamp Glitter Strap Sandal (on sale for $556)

11. An investment item that won't ever go out of style

Jimmy Choo Might Nappa Leather Platform Ankle Boots ($1095)

Source & Photos: Dear Santa

11/28/2012

A Coat Story

This past weekend I went skiing in Mammoth. Even though the weather felt like spring, I started thinking about coats. My coat needs have definitely diminished since my move from Canada, so I am much more careful with new purchases. Lately, I've had my eye on three styles. First, an oversized coat would look cool thrown on top of any outfit, either for work or weekend outings. I'm also thinking that a fur puffer would be perfect for ski trips (off the mountain of course) and trips home to Canada. And lastly, I'm loving the lady like toppers I've been seeing in neutral creams and beiges. They would polish off any nighttime ensemble.

What's on your coat wish list?

Oversized Coats (from left to right): ASOS Textured Longline Coat (on sale for $118!) //

Ganni Poodle Single Breasted Coat ($449 in XS and S only) // ASOS Oversized Textured Coat in Navy ($150)

Puffer coats (clockwise from the top): Bellfield Parka with Faux Fur Trimmed Hood ($114 only available in M-XL) // Juicy Puffer Hoodie Coat ($398 only in M and L) // Madewell Fairbanks Parka ($268) //

Andrew Marc Flair Fur Collar Puffer Coat in Black (on sale for ($397)

Ladylike Coats (from left to right): French Connection Cocoon Coat ($343) // Tinley Road Nutcracker Coat (on sale for $69.99) // Zara Cream Minimalist Coat ($129 only size M left!)

Source & Photos: Miranda Kerr in Studded Hearts, Olivia Palermo in Celebstyle,

Olivia Palermo in InStyle, A Coat Story

11/19/2012

One Skirt

On Saturday, with the exception of going out for breakfast, I stayed in pretty much the entire day.
It was gloomy and wet and I had a hard time motivating myself out of my sweats and off the couch. While my boyfriend was engrossed in the SC game, I kept myself entertained by surfing the web (for clothes, of course!). I came across this long Theysken's Theory skirt ($495) on the "Forward by Elyse Walker" website (btw I LOVE this site!). This year, I really started focusing on the versatility of my wardrobe. Before making any purchase, I try to think of at least 2-3 ways I can wear it. If I can't, I don't buy it. It's probably not worth it. Well, the number of ways I can take this skirt from day to night are endless! The key to wearing a skirt like this is ALL about the proportions.

Left Side: "Night"from left to right - Zara Studded Evening Box Bag ($90) // DKNY Animal Print Faux Fur Jacket ($295) // Mango Tuxedo Blazer ($120) // Topshop Allover Sequin Tee ($100) // Topshop Sequin Peplum Top ($64 - only available in size 6!) // Zara Basic Ankle Strap Heels ($49.99)

Right Side: "Day"from left to right - Zara Quilted Leather Jacket in Camel ($189) // Topshop black fedora ($50) // Super American Sunglass in True Black (on sale for $114.50 here!) // Coach Legacy Leather Penny Shoulder Purse in brass/cognac ($198) // T by Alexander Wang Slub Classic Tee ($90) // Madewell Goldrush Jean Jacket in Storm Cloud Wash ($118) //
Rag & Bone Classic Newbury Booties in Chili ($495) //
Zara Cable Knit Sweater in Light Grey ($59.90 - only medium left!)

Source & Photos: Elyse Walker, One Skirt Day to Night...In So Many Ways

11/14/2012

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The weather has been all over the place in LA lately. I either make the mistake of dressing too warmly or not warm enough. Layering is key; without sacrificing looking fashionable of course.
Miranda Kerr shows us layering at its finest in her menswear inspired outfit, complemented with more feminine sheer panty hose.
Her oversized boucle sweater-jacket is roomy enough to fit both a grey T and a denim button down without looking too bulky. Her legs were kept covered with sheer hose while wearing very short leather shorts. She completed her look with those insane studded Isabel Marant booties.
I was inspired to make this look my own, finding the more affordable pieces below.

Clockwise from the left: T by Alexander Wang Classic Jersey T-Shirt in Grey ($80) // Mango Degrade Denim Shirt ($59.99 - only XS and S left!) // Zara Handmade Wool Cape ($189 - only M left) // Topshop AFLAME Silver Stud Ankle boots ($150) // BB Dakota Bryn Leather Shorts ($110) // Zara Basic Shopper ($35.90)

Source & Photos: Miranda Kerr,Vogue France Transitional

11/09/2012

Sparkle and Shine

Nothing says holiday dressing like a sparkly sequin dress. However, wearing a dress as memorable as this makes it hard to recycle. I like to get as much wear out of my outfits as possible. Especially with the really great pieces. Change up the look with a whole new attitude by adding a textured blazer, a studded clutch and some booties.

Alice + Olivia Karmel Sequin Mesh Dress ($595) // Topshop Studded Boucle Jacket ($130) //
Zara Studded Clutch ($89.99) // ALDO Dyonisya Booties ($90)

Source & Photos: Poppy Delevingne, Vogue France, Sparkle and Shine

10/31/2012

Check-Mate

Spotted. Black and white checkerboard patterns fresh off the LV Spring runway.
While this playful print is a little bold for some, checks in more subtle colours increase its wearability. Just look at Gwen Stefani, who rocked the look in grey and black.

Here are some pieces that caught my eye. I think the clear winner is the skirt. How about you?

Clockwise from the top left: LNA Checkered Sweater ($141) // Kelly Wearstler Craft Skirt in Ink ($220) //
Kelly Wearstler Noir Cube Batik Trench ($627) // In Check Sequin Jacket ($88) //
Marc by Marc Jacobs Checkered Jacquard Knit Dress ($348)

Source & Photos: Elisa Sednaoui in Louis Vuitton Harpers Bazaar, Kristen Stewart in Louis Vuitton InStyle,
Gwen Stefani x17 online, Polyvore

10/26/2012

Lovely in Lace

A lace dress is definitely a must-have wardrobe item. It's feminine, versatile and always on trend. Long-sleeved versions, such as Alexa Chung's Milly Lover Dress, are my personal preference. I have a semi-formal event to go to this Saturday and I've been searching the web for some good options. Here are a few that I've found so far:

Clockwise from the top: Milly Stella Dress in Grey // Zara Lace Dress in Ink Blue //
Madison Marcus Elegance Dress in Deep Purple // Madewell Lace Loren Dress in Red

Source & Photos: InStyle, Polyvore

10/18/2012

One Shirt

Ahhh Olivia. You never fail to disappoint. Your grey sweater choice - Let me count the ways that I can incorporate it into my wardrobe...and dream of the foot candy I am currently lusting over to wear it with. Thanks to polyvore, I can have fun putting it all together to see for myself! Enjoy!