Cacharel Charm

This afternoon I wanted to focus on one of my absolute, hands down, favorite fashion labels. Cacharel produces simply the sweetest garments ALL of which I covet. Especially known for its floral prints and display of color, the Cacharel label exudes a sort of dainty elegance that no other designer can achieve. Today is a particularly warm day in NYC, and so I figured it'd be more than appropriate to showcase Cacharel's 2011 resort collection (which, in my opinion, is fashion brilliance all the way). See for yourself.



A walking Monet, in all its grandeur.




I completely adore this darling dress.




This jacket has a voice of its own.




Simple, yet overwhelming.




The perfectly balanced look. Solids and florals in harmony.




No accessories necessary; wear this masterpiece alone.




Truly, a work of art.

Fashion Week Fabulous

I have taken a super duper long hiatus from my blog. It is unacceptable. So, I am back and ready for some glamour! Let's start off with the fact that it is currently Fashion Week in NYC and I'm uber jealous of those uber fabulous celebrities, and models, and important folks who get to see those stunning ensembles that bedeck the catwalk. I'd like to take this opportunity to point out some of my absolute favorite looks from this exciting week:



I'm loving this look from Lela Rose. It's so tough, but so elegant at the same time.




This Carolina Herrara dress is drop dead GORGEOUS. It's electric. It sizzles.




A completely fierce all blue moment at Diane von Furstenberg.




Completely mad about this Michael Kors number.




I am slowly, but surely, becoming a major fan of Prabal Gurung.




From one of my ABSOLUTE favorite designers - Richard Chai.

Checking Out Chisato

The Tsumori Chisato Pour Petit Bateau collection (available at La Garconne) is absolutely adorable. The price is also so right (and the pieces will have people talking). Even more, in honor of Chisato's 20th anniversary, La Garconne is offering a commemorative t-shirt as a gift with purchase of any Chisato item!


Absolutely loving this nostalgic-seeming dress. It has a youthful spirit and yet is so mature and refined. Love the blue and black color combo. And the boat neck is a sure winner.



Nautical and French and lovely all in one!



In looooove with this scarf! Oooh la la!



I adore this tote bag with glitter dots. So Parisian and dainty and lovely. Would go perfect with jeans and a trench and flats. $96 dollars and worth every cent. And I love the signature Petit Bateau sail boat emblem and Chisato's signature cat! Tres chic!



The bite size pouch is equally adorable!




The collaboration is available here. And below I've also highlighted some of Chisato's non-collaborative work (that is equally, if not more, beautiful):




The most amazing long-sleeve top EVER. Pure happiness and whimsy!



A perfect PERFECT reversible coat.



Prairie meets exotic. I adore this skirt. I'd love to own it and wear it with long sweaters or a wool blazer... or really any top!

Macy's Collaboration: Kinder Aggugini

Per this article, London designer Kinder Aggugini will be launching a "designer series" with Macy's. "The Kinder Aggugini capsule will feature modern, feminine and figure flattering silhouettes in two contemporary colour stores: grey and blue with purple prints and soft pink and black." Sounds pretty damn specific! The price range will be $40-$140 (with "specialty pieces" priced up to $300). This should be interesting!

A look at Kinder's (non-Macy's) designs:








This is the "kind" of thing we need, Kinder!

MK Resort Takes Me Away

Totally in love with the Michael Kors Resort Collection. DREAM!

Old Navy's Looking Fresh

What's up with Old Navy's AMAZING winter coats? Um, hi, I didn't know they sold such glamorous outerwear? See what I'm talking about?

On the Agenda

Sitting in bed after a lovely evening out with friends. Can't go to sleep just yet. Making a list of errands I have to run tomorrow morning.
-Grab a large coffee and cinnamon raisin bagel w/ lox spread from bagel store
-Stop at thrift store in town (to check out handbags, blazers, and jewelry)
-Stop by Gap to purchase new pants
-Stop by TJ Maxx to see (notice how I don't say "purchase") what designer duds are in stock (the "Maxx" in my 'hood is phenomenal and often has amazing pieces by designers like Missoni, Theory, Alice + Olivia, and much much more)

When out and about town, I love to wear my Sperry boat shoes with oversized jeans and an oversized flannel shirt. Other options are a mini dress with tights, a sweater, and converse; shorts, stockings, riding boots, and chambray shirt; or skinny jeans, Hanes T, scarf, jacket, and converse

I also have a need to wear very oversized earrings when I'm out running errands. A small crossbody bag is also great. I have a great little fringed one as well as an old brown leather one, that are fantastic.

Getting a bit sleepy... By the way, is anyone watching "Runaway Bride" right now? Awesome soundtrack!

Night!!!