5 Things To Try This Fall

1. Wine Lipstick
If you've worn out your hot pink and coral shades - try this new Fall replacement. My favorite is NARS Semi Matte Lipstick in Scarlet Empress $24






2. Boho Hair

Try a simple braid or twist or add a feather clip like this

Free People Feather Charm Clip $28 under your curls

3. Ponchos
Major Splurge:
Isabel Marant $1500 @ Barneys

Major Steal:
Zara Printed Poncho $129

 

4. Leg Warmers

Layer them under mid calf or over the knee boots

Free People League Stripe Leg Warmers $48

 

Forever21 Fair Isle Leg Warmer $10

 

5. Faux Fur

Try layering these cute vests over a flannel or silk blouse for a great Fall to Winter look

American Eagle Outfitters Vest $60

 

Penny Vest $160 @ Piperlime

 





Happy Halloween Treats

Cinderella

For UNDER $10 I put together this costume.

plastic crown $2, white gloves $4, ombre dress - vintage Forever21, black ribbon (found in my craft drawer), black Steve Madden heels from my closet, pearl stud earrings

Snacks for friends...

Pumpkin Spice Pudding Cookies with Cream Cheese Icing

Hot Apple Cider Rum

The best thing I've seen all day...The Google Halloween Video

...And Kim K files for Divorce

Missoni Monday



Yes - I waited in line at Target for the launch of Missoni and yes, I copied Elizabeth Olsen's look. But who wouldn't want to look this put together?!

For an extra retro look - I layered on this Forever21 swing coat ($50)

Fashion Focus: Velvet

Some of my favorite velvet pieces for F/W '11 that are worth the investment:

Free People Velvet Blazer $168


Marc by Marc Jacobs Airmail Jagz Velvet Long Clutch $278

Twenty8twelve Stretch Velvet Dress $180

J Crew Velvet Crush Top $168

Rachel Roy Delphine Dress $139


Juicy Couture Rosa Heels $160


Free People Burnout Velvet Dress $98


Victoria's Secret Velvet Blazer $128


Dansk Paperbag Velvet Skirt $170


Urban Outfitters Jack Tilly Strapless Dress $70

Get The Look For Less

Inspiration:

Vince Color Block Cable Sweater $320 @ Piperlime

The look for less:

Gap Striped Cable Sweater $60 @ Gap

Inspiration:

House of Harlow 1960 Platform Booties $300 @ Shopbop


The look for less:

Coconuts booties $60 @ Piperlime

Festive Nail Art

My Cinderella Halloween costume inspired me to paint my nails for the occasion:

 



To The Maxi

The inspiration:

Piperlime.com

My take:

Sweater/All Over Lace Layering Tank/Chiffon Maxi Skirt - Forever21

Lace embroidered scarf - Zara

Leather combat boots - Aldo