Hat's Off!

Good Wednesday morning, lovelies! It's another day of snow here in the Northeast, meaning it's yet another day of wool hats and furry hoods. I'm craving the days when I can wear a hat just as an accessory and not out of necessity.

Aren't these hats by Maison Michel just fabulous?

Hope you all have a wonderful day! xoxo

Images: Karl Lagerfeld via Fashionising

Wednesday Wishes - Chanel HC Bracelet

How come so many things on my lust list always happen to be from Chanel? Silly question, right? :)

I've been swooning over these bracelets since I first saw them on the FW 2010/2011 Haute Couture runway. There so pretty I don't even know which one to choose. Maybe I'll just have to settle on two and wear them on each wrist like the girls did in the show. What do you think? Great idea, no?

Images: 1-5 via La Chanelphile, 5 via Stockholm StreetStyle edited by The Alternative Wife

Wednesday Wishes - LV Scuba Clutch

I know it's old but seeing this photo of it perfectly paired with the nautical top is making me lust after it once again. Love the color, love the neoprene...I just love everything about it!

Oh well, I guess I'll just have to settle for my Marc Pretty Nylon fluro pink cosmetic bag & my neoprene fuchsia Macbook sleeve... :)

What are you lusting over these days?

Images: Jak & Jil

I Love A Party!

I'm sure you guys are well aware of the fabulous limited-edition Coach bags designed by four oh so stylish fashion bloggers. I seen many a picture but tonight I get to see them in the flesh! I'm so excited to be heading on over to the Coach Blogger Bag Launch party tonight on Madison Ave in NYC. All of the girls will be there to present their bags and I can't wait to meet them and see their creations. Another bonus about tonight is that I'm going to the party with one of my favorite blogging buddies, Ms. Chic 'n Cheap Living who's back in NYC for a visit. So excited to get to see her again!

So onto the fabulous bags these ladies created. I can't wait to get see them in person, and I'm just loving getting to look at the inspiration boards each one created for their bags.

Krystal Simpson of What Is Reality Anyway created a totally cool, downtown, boho-chic fringey shoulder bag. I'm loving this one. This is definitely not your ordinary Coach bag.


Emily Schuman of Cupcakes and Cashmere went in the complete opposite direction and designed a pretty, girly, ultra-femme soft pink satchel.

The Glamourai'sKelly Framel designed an embossed leather faux croc drawstring pouch. So cool and I'm loving the color.

And lastly, Karla Deras of Karla's Closet came up with this awesome oversized clutch with detachable strap. I absolutely adore this one and might have a hard time walking away from it tonight! :)

So which one of these bags strike your fancy?

I forgot to bring my camera with me but I'll try my best to recap without it tomorrow. Hope you're all having a fabulous week! xoxo

Images: via Coach

Mad Hatter

I am beyond mad for hats lately. I'm on the search for the perfect one and hoping to score one this weekend when I get some downtime.

Are you all rocking hats this season?

Images: 1, 2,3,5, 4

Hearting This Hat

Just loving this hat. I'm in desperate need of a haircut and I really don't know when I'll have time to squeeze one in. Wish I had this baby to throw on and call it a day :)

Images: found here

Wednesday Wishes {A Day Late} - Clutch Crush

I've been lusting over Sofia Coppola's LV Slim Suede Cool or Asphalt clutch for a while now. It's the perfect size, shape & texture. The epitome of chic!

What are you all lusting after these days?

Images: 1, 2 &5, 3&4, 6

Pile it On!

So I'm on a jewelry kick lately as you can probably tell. I love the look of layering it all on. The more, the better! Do you guys wear mutiples of certain items of jewelry or do you keep it simple?


Images: Elle Sweden via here

Baubles on Display

Cocktail rings, bangles, necklaces and earrings...oh my! So many jewels, what's a girl to do? I have a pretty large collection of jewelry (mostly costume...nothing to get too excited about ;)) and I currently have it all displayed on various stands, trays and bowls. It looks ok but I've been looking for some new organization inspiration...some ways to make it all look a little prettier.

I was thrilled to come across these little gems. A little Hermes box or LV case can do wonders, right? I think I'm going to go invest in a little orange :)


How do you all display, organize & store your jewelry?

Images: Christy Turlington by Steven Meisel, 2-4

Wednesday Wishes - De Manta Clutch

I've been waiting for these to become available for Spring to roll around so I could finally get my hands on the Alexander McQueen De Manta Clutch. They are so gorgeous and unique! The structure is amazing! And can you believe they're going for only $495-$595? It's sold out right now but I'm so adding my name to the wait list.

Images: found here and here

Wednesday Wishes - Marabou

I know it's getting warmer but I can't help but lust for marabou after seeing it all over the Sonia Rykiel & Dior shows last week. It's too much fun! I really have to have that Dior bag. Add it to the wish list :)

Images: Sonia Rykiel via The Cherry Blossom Girl, Dior bag via style.com

Hella Boots!

This morning as I put on my black boots for the 100th time this year I found myself dreaming of something new. Some little spark to perk up my tired winter wardrobe. Well I think I found it! What do u think? Fab, right?

Images: via FGR