Sequin Season

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  1. RIXO London + Laura Jackson Samantha Dress Net-A-Porter $430 Hemlines are rising with this adorable sequin mini. Here is a long dress option that is extremely flattering, and elegant for the holidays. A.L.C. Avi Dress Bordeaux $645 (25% off at A.L.C.) A.L.C. Avi Dress Navy Nordstrom $645
  2. Brooke Gregson Astrology Necklace $1.430 Net-A-Porter & Lulu Frost 14k Gold Astrology Necklace Shopbop $795 look for less click here.
  3. Jerome Dreyfuss Clic Clac Medium Clutch $230
  4. Bondeye Josie Diamond Ring Goop $825
  5. Loeffler Randall Kassidy Stretch Low Heel Bootie $395

 

photo: Twiggy wearing custom-made sequin dress in Ladies Home Journal (October 1967).

Red Velvet Take

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  1. Alice + Olivia Donnie Velvet Jacket $355 Great little jacket to dress up a t-shirt and jeans for an evening out.
  2. J Brand Ruby High Rise Velvet Crop Cigarette Pant $235 Cropped, cute, and comfy velvet pants.
  3. Loeffler Randall Leily $375  look for less click here Sam Edelman Velvet Hazel Heel. Great holiday heel!
  4. A.L.C. Carlo Dress $695 click here for Navy color way. Spotted this dress when I was out and about shopping. I love the color, cut, and feel (the fabric is so soft) of this dress.
  5. A.L.C. Marin Dress $595 click here for Navy color way. This velvet mini has dolman sleeves, and a cowlneck.
  6. NARS Satin Lip Pencil $27 A lip pencil that goes on smooth and silky like a lipstick.
  7. Nicholas Velvet Slip Dress $675 Slinky, sexy, slipdress.
  8. Golden Goose Deluxe Brand $515 A dressed up GG for the Fall season.
  9. CAMI NYC Olivia Velvet Top $165 Take advance of Bloomindale’s Friends and Family sale.
  10. Frame Split Hem Flare Leg Velvet Pant $281.25.  Nordstrom is price matching these dressed up Frame velvet pants.

SEA

Julie Sarinana was spotted on the streets of Riems, France in this gorgeous floral print Sea dress. I love the bohemian style mixed with the edgy Balmain bag. Here are some of my favorite Sea picks along with the above Balmain bag, and Isabel Marant Western boots.

Childhood friends Sean Monahan, and Monica Paolini ( of Sea, New York) have become known for turning out easy, and everyday styles with an urban rustic vibe to loyal clients around the world.

  1. Sea Mia Midi Dress $395
  2. Sea Mia Tunic Dress $395
  3. Sea Mia Blouse $295
  4. Sea Keely Top $350
  5. Sea Keely Flutte Sleeve Midi Dress $470
  6. Sea Aurora Cotton Midi Dress $445
  7. Sea Aurora Printed Silk Blouse $345
  8. Balmain Baby Box Studded Shoulder Bag $1895 look for less click here and here.
  9. Isabel Marant Dawyna Studded Western Boot $780 look for less click here.

 

JW Sunday Style Section

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  1. APIECE APART Anichka Cotton Dress $320 Love the earth tone color of this cotton gauze dress.
  2. ILIA Illuminator Highlighter $34 This lightweight, natural looking highlighter gives you dewy, and glowing skin.
  3. A.L.C. Kati T-Shirt $135 click here for black. An elevated short-sleeve tee. (runs big size down).
  4. MOTHER Mid Rise Dazzler Ankle Jeans $228 Love the clean hem line, and length of these MOTHER denim jeans.
  5. MEDEA Short Prima Bag $450 click here for the larger size. Medea is the brain child of artists, models, and twin sisters Giulia and Camilla Venturini. This new Milan based brand is set to have the next IT bag!
  6. Vans Vault Leather OG Old Skool Leather Sneaker $100 Simple, classic, and clean white sneaker for Fall.
  7. APIECE APART Lieve Handknit Sweater $625 look for less click here and here. The similar Zimmerman sweater is sold out everywhere. I stumbled across this one while browsing on Shopbop.

Midi Madness

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  1. Ganni Rometty Dress $280 additional sizing click here and here and here This dress has been so popular, so if you see your size grab it! Look for less click here.
  2. Line Meghan Coat $750 This is the infamous Megan Markle wrap coat she wore for her engagement photo. Look for less click here Other Stories Wool Belted Coat $249.
  3. ATP Atelier Siena Crossbody Bag $570 I love the simplicity of ATP’s bags and shoes. This crossbody bag is made in Italy out of calf skin leather.
  4. Acne Studios Pistol Leather Ankle Boot $570 I love a boot that you can wear season after season. I got these boots years ago and they are still on trend!
  5. Emme Parsons Certo Mary Jane Mule $420 Based in Los Angeles, Emme Parsons timeless, classic shoes pay homage to the traditional craft of Italian shoemaking, while designing for woman with a minimalist aesthetic and practical sensibility.
  6. Jennifer Meyer Mini Evil Eye 18k Gold & Diamond Earrings $450 Ward off the evil eye with these 18k gold Jennifer Meyer earrings.
  7. Ray-Ban Round Frame Acetate Sunglasses $145 and Ray Ban Clubround Acetate Gold Tone Sunglasses $190 You can never go wrong with a pair of Ray Bans. They are chic, timeless, affordable, and made in Italy.

& Other Stories

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& Other Stories was all over the streets of London and Paris. Here are some of my favorite pieces I found when shopping.

  1. Leopard Print Dress $89 This dress is so cute on! It’s a sexy mini, and I love the back open slit detailing.
  2. Frills Relaxed Knit Sweater $85 This remind me of the Ulla Johnson sweater but it’s a lot less.
  3. Colour Block Sweater $99 I love the color way of this sweater.
  4. Corduroy Mini Skirt $69 and A-Line Corduroy Midi Skirt $89 These two corduroy skirts look great paired with a sweater.
  5. Zig Zag Merino Wool Sweater $69 I saw someone wearing this on the streets of Paris with the above Corduroy Mini. It looked so chic, and was surprised to see it at Other Stories for only $69.
  6. Cropped Wide Corduroy Trouser $89 These are very comfortable, and have just enough stretch. I like these if you want a fuller leg Duo Snap Button Corduroy Culottes $89

Easy Breezy

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  1. Banjanan Siam Dress $250 I am so happy this dress is back in stock at Shopbop! This easy breezy Banjanan dress is a favorite!
  2. Gucci Pixie Crystal Embellished Gold Tone Glasses $620 look for less click here
  3. Tohum Large Gold Plated Shell Bracelet $215 Nature inspired jewelry is a big trend for Fall.
  4. Mansur Half Moon Red Wallet $395 Great clutch to take out in the evenings.
  5. Isabel Marant Dacken Boot $560 I love this bootie paired with a dress. I have been wearing mine a ton. It’s a nice way to transition a flowy dress into Fall.

Wrap-Up!

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  1. Ganni Beacon Wrap Dress $270 This flowy ,cotton, and silk wrap dress is easy breezy to wear.
  2. Adina Reyter 14k Tiny Pave Crescent Necklace $495 additional stock click here.
  3. MANSUR GAVRIEL Large Leather Tote I also love the Moss & Blush color way in the large tote click here. The detachable pouch that comes with the tote makes a great evening clutch.
  4. A.T.P. Abra Heel Brunello $460 I love these gorgeous wine colored sling back kitten heels. If you are looking for a flat mule these are great as well A.T.P. Anzi Flat Black.

Elephant in the Room

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  1. Mes Demoiselles Esmeralda Lyrical Cotton Metallic Stripe Dress $225 & shirt version Elize Lyrical Metallic Cotton Striped Top $180. Des Demoiselles is a Parisian brand that creates bohemian styles that appeal to the global traveler. I also love this similar dress Stine Goya Freesia Ruffle Printed Voile Midi Dress $350 HOT HOT HOT Copenhagen-based label Stine Goya is known for its playful, colorfully printed dresses and separates.
  2. STAUD Lance Beaded Canvas Pouch $195 Beaded bags are one of the hottest accessories for Fall.
  3. Sydney Evan 14k Gold Mini Elephant Earrings $275 These turquoise gold elephant earrings are just too cute!
  4. Loeffler Randall Jade Mule $375 click here for the black color way. I also love the Leopard Juno Kitten Heel $395 (another great option).

Nab the Collab

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MADWELL X KAREN WALKER

Madewell teamed up with New Zealand designer Karen Walker for a capsule collection. Think floral dresses, cat-eye sunglasses and, of course, lots of denim! Click here for the full collection. Below are my favorite pieces from the collection.

  1. Silk Floral Rosalie Ruffled Dress $168
  2. Striped Ruffle Top $92
  3. Silk Floral Gennaker Top
  4. Denim Killick Skirt $98
  5. Silk Floral Loretta Dress $175
  6. Garment Dyed Sweatshirt $75

 

Animal Instinct

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The Summer leopard trend is far from over, and it will be carrying into Fall.

  1. GANNI Bijou Leopard-Print Cotton Poplin Wrap Dress $315 An exclusive at Net-A-Porter.
  2. NICHOLAS Ruched Leopard Print Silk Dress $595
  3. FRAME Sgt Pepper Leopard Dress $495
  4. Other Stories Leopard Print Midi Dress $95 & Mango Leopard Print Dress $99.99 Two great look for less options.
  5. A.L.C. Michaela Silk Wrap Dress $525

Blush

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  1. Ulla Johnson Della Dress Blush $265 Mahogany color way click here This adorable dress can be dressed up with heels or worn with sneakers.
  2. Garret Light Clare V Sunglasses $340 also offered here My friend had these on at lunch today, and I absolutely love them!
  3. Larkspur & Hawk Cora 14K Gold Quartz Earrings $650 also love these These beautiful earrings have a vintage, Victorian feel to them.
  4. Naked Palette Collection Urban Decay $54 Brand new palette from Urban Decay, the pink shades are gorgeous.
  5. Adidas Originals Samba Suede Trimmed Sneaker $100 I love these classic Adidas sneakers paired with a dress like the one above.

Batik

UntitledNatalie Martin is a Los Angeles based fashion designer whose line, Natalie Martin was launched in 2011. Born in Australia, Natalie’s love of all things Summer started from a young age. She creates batik printed caftans, and flowing maxi’s. Each piece she designs gives you the feeling of endless Summer.

  1. Natalie Martin Danika Wrapped Max Dress $258
  2. Natalie Martin Melanie Dress $245
  3. Natalie Martin Danika Long Sleeve Dress $363 additional sizing click here
  4. Natalie Martin Renata Top $163
  5. Natalie Martin Georgina Wrap Dress $363 additional option click here
  6. Natalie Martin Daisy Silk Top $185 additional color way click here

Monday Mood

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BANJANAN

Summer weather is far from over in Los Angeles, and all I want to throw on are light weight cotton voile dresses. It seems to be the best way to beat the heat. In my search for new and fresh dresses, I came across Banjanan. Caroline Weller’s designs are inspired by the textiles and printing techniques found in the vibrant markets of India. Weller’s Jaipur-based brand, Banjanan (means bohemian wanderer in Hindi), is hand-stitched by skilled artisans into each and every piece. I picked up my first one a couple a weeks ago and I absolutely love it! See below for some of my favorite pieces.

  1. Lotus Ruffled Blouse $128 & Helena Ruffled Blouse $128
  2. Bulbul Dress $340
  3. Isabella Dress Blueprint Floral $245
  4. Molly Dress Flower Blossom $245
  5. Scarlet Dress Hot Color Print $485
  6. Capri Dress Jade Botanical $245
  7. Hyacinth Mini Dress $205
  8. Lotus Flower Discovery Skirt $215
  9. Leticia Dress Lotus Flower $260

Flower Child

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  1. Banjanan Maggie Dress $250 Characterized by bright colors, pretty ruffles, and loose, flowing fits, Banjanan’s tops and dresses epitomize effortless free spirited style. Love love love this dress!!!
  2. Le Specs Adam Selman The Heartbreaker Cat Eye $110 You definitely feel the love in these!
  3. Cle de Peau Beauté Lip Glorifier $40  A moisture-rich lip balm that adds a hint of color.
  4. Clare V. Calf Leather Folderover Clutch $275 Animal prints are huge for Fall. I love this feminine fold over from Clare V.
  5. Cult Gaia Siena Woven Raffia Sandal $225 Get them before they are gone!