I'LL HAVE WHAT SHE'S HAVING:: ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY

Looking at all of these different looks by Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, I realize that they're actually not all that different! That, I think, is the key to true personal style.
Surfing fashion blogs we see so many girls looking equally fabulous in so many different styles, from modern minimalist to bohemian chic. It's so easy to fall into a state of style schizophrenia! And there's nothing wrong with that, except it can be really expensive.

What I really love about Rosie's personal style is that she is so consistent, most of her outfits start with the same base - leather leggings, tan suede ankle boots, a t-shirt, a hat, and a jacket with a bit of structure and volume. It's a bonus that I already have most of those pieces. I'm working on editing my shopping habits, so creating these collections are helping me focus my own style.

xo C

source: justjared, becauseimaddicted, tfs

FUJI FILES FAVORITE:: BLUE VELVET

I'm in a crushed blue velvet kind of mood. I especially love how the light hits it at different angles, creating different shades from shiny and light to deep and dark. I could get lost in it that bedsheet.

xo C

source: fashiontoast, unknown

5 LOOKS BY:: ULRIKKE LUND

Fall is all about warm knits, baggy beanies, fleece, wool, scarves, ponchos. But how do we keep from looking like a big ball of yarn? Punctuate it all with a few edgy pieces like on-trend sunglasses, leather leggings, and metallic jeans. This beautiful Norwegian has a fail-proof formula fall we can all learn from! As with all things, the key is in the mix. This fall I plan to mix cozy pieces with edgy accessories, so now I'm wondering where to get the coziest of all pieces - that jacket.
It's totally the Snuggle bear in jacket form, am I right? I always wanted to hug one, and now I want to curl up in one.

What's your fall formula?

xo Cristina

source: ulrikkelund

DEBORAH LIPPMANN GLITTER NAIL POLISHES

 

Glittery nail polish heaven.

1. HAPPY BIRTHDAY

2. SHAKE YOUR GROOVE THING

3. DO YA THINK I'M SEXY?

4. LADY SINGS THE BLUES

5. ACROSS THE UNIVERSE

6. STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN

7. TODAY WAS A FAIRYTALE

8. BAD ROMANCE

9. RUBY RED SLIPPERS

10. SOME ENCHANTED EVENING

11. I LOVE THE NIGHTLIFE

12. BOOM BOOM POW

For Halloween, the ruby red dripping down over a black basecoat - how very True Blood!
Or the greens and blues of #5 could be the finishing touch to a mermaid costume.
My birthday's in November, so it's gotta be Happy Birthday of course.
For Thanksgiving, I'm digging that burgundy glitter over a dark red wine.
For Christmas, gold over a metallic champagne base.
And of course New Year's is begging for the silver sparkly I Love the Nightlife.

How would you wear them?

Thanks to Grace who tipped me off to these beauties!
Now let's get ombre glittering! 

xo C

source: Deborah Lippmann

ALEXA CHUNG'S OMBRE GLITTER MANICURE

Each of my nails has a different glitter nail polish on it right now. 

The result of seeing Alexa's manicure and way too much time spent in the nail polish aisle yesterday.

Unfortunately I couldn't find any polishes with big chunky sparkles in it like these green ones, but the search continues! I'm considering usually actual glitter from the arts and crafts section with a bit of clear nail polish. Nails are the hottest new accessory, and as you can tell I'm really getting into it!
I want to try different base colors underneath, like white with gold glitter, or mint with silver glitter!

Now, how to get the gradual ombre effect?

 
Check out my latest post on how to wear Carine Roitfeld's go-to piece, now up on coco+kelley!

xo C

source: beacauseimaddicted

FALL FAVORITE: HATS!

Plenty of inspo to get your head in the right space for fall -- which is under a rich wool hat. 

If you're into this blue hat, find it here.

Yunno that phrase "You wear the clothes, don't let the clothes wear you"?

I feel like hats wear me.

And all day long I am 200% aware that I have a large accessory on my head, blocking my peripheral vision and yelling "LOOK AT ME! I'M WEARING A HAT!"

I know I know, I just need to get over that.

Of course I have the token straw fedora and it comes out to play at the beach and at festivals. And I borrowed my friend's awesome hat in this photo. Baby steps friends.

Do you rock the wide-brimmed hat? Do you feel like everyone's looking at your wide-brimmed hat?
Do you just not care?

If so, I dig your moxie.

xo C

source: stockholmstreetstyle, zara, becauseimaddicted, easyfashion

I'LL HAVE WHAT SHE'S HAVING:: MIRANDA KERR

This is one of my favorite aesthetics - simple, clean lines. Modern Basics. Relaxed Luxe. When I really break down my own personal style this is at the heart of it. Stylish without trying too hard. Fashionable without repelling men within a 20-foot radius. On-trend yet classic. Casual yet elegant. 

I could go on.  

And the best part? We can all attain this look with smart shopping decisions: basic tees, skinny's, heels and blazers, all in neutral whites, blacks and greys. Update your basics with leather separates like pants, skirts, and shorts. Top it off with a structured bag and sunglasses in a classic shape. The most important element? Flattering fit. 

I've got my shopping list, now it's time to focus on the essentials and not fall prey to trends. (My weakness is shoes!)

Oh yea, and it would help to look like Miranda Kerr.

xo C

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sources: studdedhearts, tfs

FASHION WEEK:: GIVENCHY S/S12

Givenchy. 

The word "wearable" doesn't immediately spring to mind. 

Which is why I was pleasantly surprised by this season's collection of wearable, sports-minded looks. I'd almost go so far as to say this is the most wearable collection of the season, for my collared shirt and blazer mood of late. The shades of blush and nude are feminine but not too sweet. The shoes sleek, and minimalist, though I still feel Alexander Wang's would have gone better. The styling of the metal chokers under the buttoned up collars were so on-trend.
And the giant shark teeth!? Brilliant. They add an edge (heh. heh.) while remaining perfectly polished. Something to look out for while thrifting.


xo C

source: vogue

MANICURE:: NOIR FRENCH TIPS

Love this play on French tips. 

Ivania of Love Aesthetics got the look by painting her nails black (she used Rimmel) and then went over the top with a matte topcoat by Essie. So simple! This obviously looks superchic in black, but the beauty of it is it could work in any color. I might try one of my nude Essie colors. 

Or navy. Or mint. Or grey. All of my nail polishes just got an update!

And as an added bonus diy, her ring is a necklace chain wrapped around her finger. Ingenius!

xo C

source: loveaesthetics

DIY FILES:: TWIG BANGLES

1. 2. 3. 4.

 

I need these in gold and silver, maybe even rose gold if they have it in a spray can! Another brilliant DIY by A Pair and a Spare. These could definitely add a great organic feel to any arm party. Now I just need to find a few twigs bendy enough to pull this off. 

Oh yea, and have you seen my latest post on coco+kelley?

source: A Pair and a Spare, Oracle Fox