Ul la la!

Fresh Fridayt

NYFW kicked off this week. Ulla Johnson’s show was yesterday and I got a sneak peak of the new line on Instagram. Lots of beautiful earth tone colors (gold, saffron, burgundy, cream) and bold prints. Currently loving this Benita Dress by Ulla that I happened to find in stock at Net-A-Porter (sold out at Shopbop and Nordstrom).

  1. Ulla Johnson Benita Dress Net-A-Porter, $395 & Ulla Gaia Ruffled Top Net-A-Porter, $225
  2. Laura Lombardi Mella Hoop Earrings Nordstrom, $75 also LOVE Kristie Le Marque Lightening Bolt Earrings Goop, $250 (just in at Goop).
  3. Marc Jacobs Dew Drops Highlighter Net-A-Porter, $44
  4. Shashi Caroline Gold Shell Bracelet Shopbop, $54 A nice look for less alternate to the Tohum Shell Bracelet.
  5. Nars Satin Lip Pencil Nordstrom, $27 A pencil that goes on like a lipstick.
  6. TKEES Jo Lace Up Sandal Shopbop, $95

Don’t forget to check out my SHOP IT page I just added a bunch of new inventory.

On the Rhode Again

Over the next couple of months I’m on the Rhode again with a couple warm weather destinations in the works. I’m starting to think about what to wear and Rhode Resort definitely makes the cut. This jet set spirit brand designs vacation essentials you’ll not only want to wear to the beach but on the city streets.

  1. Resort Vivienne Dress Shopbop, $445 Dress in the above picture. Also love the midi version with pink tassels. Lena Tasseled Dress Net-A-Porter, $385
  2. Ella Dress Pink Red Floral Shopbop, $385 An exclusive for Shopbop.
  3. Ella Dress Rainbow Shopbop, $395 additional sizing click here.
  4. Lea Belted Dress Net-A-Porter, $410
  5. Eva Dress Shopbop, $395

 

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LBD

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We all need a LBD (little black dress) in our wardrobe. I love this one from See by Chloe, it has slightly puffed shoulders, cinched waist, and ruffled hem. Your next party prep is done!

  1. See by Chloe Ruffle Minidress Nordstrom, $450 look for less Alice + Olivia Judy Puff Sleeve Dress Saks, $198 (on sale).
  2. Lucy Folk Le Memphis Earrings Shopbop, $300
  3. NAMJOSH Velvet Bow Pony Holder Shopbop, $25
  4. Mansur Gavriel Moon Clutch Mansur, $395
  5. Loeffler Randall Emilia Pleated Knot Shoe Loeffler, $350

If you have a ski trip planned this Winter check out Topshop’s  SNO collection. It’s sleek sporty, and functional ski wear that won’t break the bank. Click here to check it out.

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I Can and I Will

Wedneday's Wish List

  1. Ulla Johnson Brienne Dress Shopbop, $495 Shopbop just got a lot of new Ulla Johnson click here to see it.
  2. Zoe Chicco I Can and I Will Necklace Intermix, $495
  3. Jerome Dreyfuss Bob Crossbody Bag Shopbop, $415
  4. Roxanne Assoulin Love Cuff Moda Operandi, $75
  5. Sam Edelman Sally Flat Shopbop, $100

 

There are new styles added to my SHOP IT page don’t forget to check it out. Shopbop is taking an additional 25% of sale with code HELLO2019 check it out here.

 

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Innika Choo

Based in Bali, Australian native Innika Choo designs floaty, carefree pieces perfectly suited for a relaxed vacation setting. Farfetch has several pieces on sale it’s a great time to stock up for your next island vacay.

  1. Smock Linen Dress Midi Blue Farfetch, $246
  2. Smock Line Dress Midi Yellow Farfetch, $220
  3. Linen Smock Top Farfetch, $185
  4. Pi Furluche Dress Shopbop, $225

Chasing Rainbows

Katie Holmes was spotted celebrating her 40th birthday in a gorgeous long rainbow cardigan that I’m currently obsessing over. While scouring the internet to find this cardigan which seems to be MIA, I came across some similar colorful pieces that could help fill the void.

  1. Madeleine Thompson Metallic Cashmere Sweater Net-A-Porter, $355
  2. The Early Riser Puffer Mother Denim, $398
  3. Aviator Nation Daydream Sweatshirt Nordstrom, $154
  4. Rhode Resort Ella Dress Shopbop, $395
  5. Perfect Moment Track Jacket Net-A-Porter, $154
  6. Staud Rainbow Sway Top Farfetch, $194
  7. La Ligne AAA Sweater Nordstrom, $275 Nordstrom just got a huge selection of La Ligne Sweaters.
  8. San Juan Huarache Sandal Free People, $78
  9. Madeworn Grateful Dead Sweatshirt Shopbop, $216

 

Photo: @Aannabell.r in a Madeleine Thompson Sweater Dress

Haute Holiday

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I ventured over to Beverly Hills yesterday for a lunch date at Avra (it was delish!). While I was there I ran (literally because I was late for pick-up) into the Other Stories boutique. So glad I did because they had so many gorgeous holiday pieces that won’t break the bank. Here are some highlights that will have you looking haute holiday ready!

  1. Glitter Pinstripe Blouse & Other Stories $89
  2. Metallic Leaf Blouse & Other Stories, $59
  3. Metallic Puff Sleeve Blouse & Other Stories, $69 Fabric is almost identical to the Saloni Marissa Dress
  4. Sequin Fringe Pencil Skirt & Other Stories, $99
  5. Wool Blend Glitter Sweater & Other Stories, $69
  6. Sequin Midi Pencil Skirt & Other Stories, $89
  7. Ombre Sequin Midi Dress & Other Stories, $149
  8. Sequin Mini Wrap Dress & Other Stories, $149 also love Sequined Embellished Dress & Other Stories, $149 (not pictured above) Can be worn with or without the belt.

Warm

Jessie Randall of Loeffler Randall is looking chic in a Warm Dress, Loeffler Randall Celeste Slides and a Loeffler Randall Feather clutch. Her beautiful floral dress is designed  by Winnie Beattie (owner of Warm boutique in Nolita).  Winnie Beattie launched Warm clothing brand in 2015 with Tracy Feith. I used to work on the corner of Mercer and Broome and would stroll the streets of Nolita after work. I would pass the Tracy Feith boutique and covet the colorful bohemian style dresses adorning the windows. After three years of working together, Beattie and Feith decided to part ways, and Fall 2018 was the first season that Beattie designed on her own. Feith has launched his own line of dresses which he sells on instagram called Feith Club. The Spring 2019 line is full of upscale, beachy, floral patterned pieces that are comfortable, and easy to throw on. Below are some highlights from the line.

  1. Francesca Floral Cotton Blouse Barney’s, $325 Light weight cotton poplin.
  2. Sierra Dress Shopbop, $575
  3. Mystic Blouse Shopbop, $385
  4. Paradise Dress Shopbop, $539 (Fall dress on-sale)
  5. Sierra Floral Cotton Long Dress Barney’s, $575
  6. Warm Merci Dress Shopbop, $925
  7. Loeffler Randall Celeste Knotted Slide Pink Velvet Slide Nordstrom, $209.98 Shoes in the above pic.
  8. Loeffler Randall Zadiea Feather Circle Tote Shopbop, $350 Bag in the above pic.

 

 

Boho Chic

I was out shopping this week and stumbled across this Natalie Martin Top and Spell and Gypsy dress. These would be the perfect pieces to fold up and pack on your next warm weather getaway (or even wear now in LA).

  1. Natalie Martin Jerusha Top Goa Garmetory, $186 also like this color way Natalie Martin Jerusha Top Sand Dollar Red Forward, $247 This is a beautiful silk batik printed top. It’s a slightly cropped, loose fitting, with bell sleeves.
  2. Spell and the Gypsy Collective Poinciana Gown Shopbop, $240 The print is so pretty, it has tiny metallic stripes which you can’t see in the above picture.
  3. Spell and the Gypsy Jungle Midi Sundress Free People, $210
  4. Spell and the Gypsy Jasmine Midi Tunic Free People, $185

Hump Day Duds

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  1. Ulla Johnson Norma Silk Top Intermix, $375 Ulla run big size down.
  2. Ulla Johnson Essie Floral Silk Blend Mini Dress Nordstrom, $525 Beautiful and comfortable mini.
  3. Gucci Ophidia Mini See Through PVC Camera Bag Bergdorf’s, $890 PVC trend is here to stay more to come in Spring.
  4. Pascale Monvoisin Bowie Rose Gold Ring Net-A-Porter, $900 also like this & this by Pascale.
  5. Loeffler Randall Joni Western Boot Shopbop, $395 & Emerson Fry Slide, $228 (not pictured above). A look for less, alternative to the Jenni Kayne Slide.
  6. Sea Seraphin Ruffled Cotton Blouse Matches, $295 Brand new top from Sea NY.
  7. Nili Lotan Jenna Side Tape Crop Pant Nordstrom, $375 additional sizing at Forward Mid-rise great fitting army pant.

Say Yes to the Dress

With Christmas and New Year’s around the corner, it’s the perfect excuse to snag a statement holiday dress. Here are a few listed below.

  1. Rixo Maria Dress Shopbop, $455 I also like (this & this & this (above pic) by Rixo.
  2. Saloni Marissa Mini Dress Revolve, $595
  3. Rowan’s Limited Edition Dress Freepeople, $450
  4. Sequin Siren Mini Dress Free People, $165
  5. STAUD Vertigo Bow Embellished Dress Net-A-Porter, $195
  6. Self Portrait Tiered Sequin Midi Nordstrom, $520 Self Portrait runs small.
  7. Self Portrait Triangle Minidress Nordstrom, $405
  8. A.L.C. Carlo Velvet Wrap Dress Neiman’s, $417 ON SALE

The SALE is ON SALE at Shopbop. Take an additional 30% off already marked down sale items with code JOY18. Click here to shop the entire sale. Some highlights Ulla Johnson MulesUlla SweaterUlla Addie TopUlla Iris JacketUlla Carmine BlouseMOTHER Shaker Prep FrayVeronica Beard Leopard PumpVeronica Beard Joanie JacketSea Aspen SweaterSea Fair Isle Sleeve SweaterSea Sofi TopSea Keely Flutter Sleeve DressKule Faux Fur Bucket BagKule Tote BagGanni Lagarde Dress, Rebecca Taylor Aubrie DressIsabel Marant Dacken & Loeffler Randall Luisa Kitten Heel.

Luxe Tux

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Alexa Chung was spotted on the red carpet donning this luxe looking tux! It’s a classic, elegant, and sleek look that’s perfect for your festive holiday jaunts around town. Below are some options to create a similar look.

  1. Club Monaco Kessi Jumpsuit $350
  2. Club Monaco Nimah Blazer $295
  3. Vince Tuxedo Jumpsuit $445
  4. Theory Straight Velvet Trouser $325
  5. Theory City Strapless Jumpsuit $495
  6. L’Agence Keely Blazer Mini Dress $595 look for less BB Dakota She Means Business Dress $98
  7. MOTHER The Rascal Ankle Fray with Gold Trim $238 A casual take on a tuxedo pant. These are easy to dress up or down and very comfortable.
  8. Thomas Mason for J. Crew Tuxedo Shirt $138

Barney’s is having a 50% off shoe sale click here to shop the sale. A couple highlights from the sale Chloe ballet flats & Manolo Slingbacks & Alaia Satin Heels & Gianvito Rossi Velvet Boot. My julesee SHOP IT store is being updated daily don’t forget to check it out.

photo: Alexa Chung

Golden Hour

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  1. Retrofete Grace Mini $615  Also love this velvet midi Reformation Velvet Tiffany Dress $278
  2. Loeffler Randall Metallic Leather Clutch $275 (silver color way is on sale $192.50)
  3. Stilla Heaven’s Hue Highlighter $32 I wear the brilliance shade.
  4. Carolina Bucci 18k Rose Gold Earrings $230
  5. Malone Souliers by Roy Luwolt Maureen Mules $595 Love these if you want an animal print Vince Camuto Sebatini Calf Hair Sandal $99.95

Shimmer & Shine

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  1. Mansur Gavriel Glitter Ankle Boot $750 look for less J Crew Maya Ankle Boot $178
  2. Attico Tasseled Sequined Chiffon Pouch $285
  3. Alice + Olivia Rue Skirt $375 some sizes left on sale at shopbop click here.
  4. RIXO London Tessa Sequin Dress $495 mini dress version click here.
  5. Alice + Olivia Rue Embellished Pencil Skirt $295
  6. Needle & Thread Sequined Tulle Skirt $265
  7. RIXO London Coco Ombre Sequined Tulle Midi Dress $550
  8. J. Crew Sequin Skirt $195
  9. Jason Wu Grey Sequined Stretch Jersey Dress $495 look for less Keepsake No Signs Sequined Midi Dress $220
  10. Needle & Thread Tulle Trimmed Sequined Dress $430
  11. Ganni Winter Bucket Bag $315
  12. Alice + Olivia Urtin Mules $495 look for less Jeffrey Campbell Valencia Flat $100
  13. Halogen x Atlantic Pacific Anastasia Flat $99.95

NEEDLE & THREAD

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Hannah Coffin previously of All Saints launched Needle & Thread in 2013. A British brand that handcrafts embellished pieces in the UK and India. I love this brand’s feminine and whimsical feel. There are so many beautiful pieces it’s so hard to choose. If you want to see the full collection at Shopbop click here.

  1. Constellation Tiered Embellished Dress $690
  2. Rainbow Ditsy Embellished Ruffled Tulle Top $265
  3. Cinderella Cami Dress $526
  4. Ballet Lace Midi Dress $477
  5. Tulle Maxi Skirt Pink $240 & Tulle Maxi Skirt Black & Grey $240
  6. Gloss Sequin Cami Dress $477