MANSUR GAVRIEL BUCKET BAG GIVEAWAY

After putting my name on every Mansur Gavriel waiting list possible, I was finally able to get my hands on my beloved bucket bag, which you may remember from this post.

As luck would have it, this black bag with gold interior just became available to me, so I jumped at the chance to get it-- I knew it would make for a perfect giveaway for you guys. Good luck!

Click below to find out how to enter to win it... (NOW CLOSED)

11 Ways to Wear Kitten Heels Like Emmanuelle Alt

Photos via: Pop Sugar | Trendy Crew | Stockholm StreetStyle | Stockholm StreetStyle | Style Du Monde | Fashion One | The Urban Spotter| Street Style Seconds

I'm a huge fan of comfy kitten heels and am so delighted that they are in style. Sometimes, though, I admit that I feel a bit self-conscious when all the other women around me are rocking 5 inch heels. In those moments, I try and remind myself of Emmanuelle Alt's awesome collection of chic shorter heels, and then I don't feel so bad anymore.

SOFIA COPPOLA ON FASHION

Quote Design: My Own | Photo: Interview

"You’re considered superficial and silly if you are interested in fashion… but I think you can be substantial and still be interested in frivolity." - Sofia Coppola

As some of you may know, Sofia Coppola is one of my top style muses. This past week the online fashion community celebrated her birthday and I happened to come across this quote on Garance Doré. It definitely hit close to home, as I often find myself defending the world of fashion and blogging to people outside of the industry.

What do you guys think about this quote? Do people ever not take you seriously because of your love-of or connection to fashion?

GIMME GIMME: RIPPED WHITE SKINNY JEANS

Currently on the search for a good pair of ripped white skinny jeans and these caught my eye. The look great here styled with a grey top and strappy nude sandals.

Get the look:
+ Grey Cropped Ribbed Sweater
+ Strappy Nude And Mesh Heeled Sandals
+ Ridley High Waist Skinny Jeans with Thigh Rip And Busted Knees

EASY SUMMER | PRINTS + PEARLS

Perfect summer look for brunch, a day date or shopping with friends.

1. Rag & Bone Rosa Top
2. Wildfox Le Femme Sunglasses
3. Bauble Bar Pearl 360 Studs
4. Étoile Isabel Marant Nea Printed Boyfriend Jeans
5. 3.1 Phillip Lim Emerald 31 File Zip Out Wallet
6. Fallon Jewelry Pave Palm Cuff Bracelet
7. Ancient Greek Sandals Thais Pony Sandals

BLOGGER STYLE: VANESSA HONG | EFFORTLESS EDGE

Photos: We The People

Vanessa Hong of The Haute Pursuit always looks so effortlessly edgy and cool. Loving these shots of her in a camel coat and distressed cut-out denim, taken by the talented Jessie Bush.

Get the look:
+ Merci Camel Coat
+ ASOS Cocoon Double Breasted Coat
+ Illesteva Camo Whitechapel Sunglasses
+ Adidas Slvr Knit Sweater
+ THPSHOP Bound Cuffs
+ Evil Twin Roughed Up Boyfriend Jean

HAIR INSPIRATION: WAVY OMBRE LOB/LONG BOB

Photos via: Box No. 216

More love for the lob/long bob. This wavy ombre take is perfect summer hair inspiration.

Check out, my hairstylist, Jen Atkin's tips for getting textured waves.

Get the look:
+ NARS Lipstick in Falbala
+ Bella Dahl Capri Button Down Shirt
+ Sachajuan Ocean Mist Texturizing Spray
+ T3 Featherweight Dryer
+ Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
+ T3 SinglePass Whirl

CATS + FLATS

+ Céline Slip-On Sneakers


+ Paul Andrew Zoya Flat Pump


+ Balenciaga Studded Flat Leather Sandal

How did I not come across this awesome/adorable cats and flats Vogue story until now?!

Click below to check out more of my favorites from the story...

STREET STYLE: CLASSIC WITH A TWIST | LONDON FASHION WEEK

Photo via: ELLE

I've been crushing on this street style shot from London Fashion Week. The silk plaid blouse, quilted Chanel bag, knee-length shorts and draped coat make for a classic look, yet the lemon yellow sandals give it an unexpected twist.

Get the look:
+ Vila Salt And Pepper Longline Coat
+ Joie Hisa Short-Sleeve Tartan Plaid Blouse
+ Joe's Jeans Plaid Single Pocket Shirt
+ Rebecca Minkoff Nathan Shorts
+ Edmundo Castillo Divina Sandals
+ Charles David Jumble Sandal

A FASHIONABLE HOME: DREAM SHOE SHELVES

Photos via: Domino

As you probably know by now, I love a good open closet, so it's no wonder that I fell in love with these shoe shelves. This swoon-worthy dressing room belongs to hair colorist Rita Hazan and was designed by Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent. Check out the rest of her New York City loft.

Get the look:
+ Target Big Boy Shelves
+ Peter Black and White Cow Hide X-Bench
+ Cost Plus World Market Mirrored Console Table
+ John-Richard Collection Mirrored Lexington Desk
+ Pottery Barn Mia Faceted-Crystal Pendant
+ Moes Home Collection Piza Daybed

5 BRIGHT NAIL COLORS TO TRY NOW

Photos via: Harper's Bazaar

It's that time of year when I am itching to step outside my usual black or nude polish and go for a bright nail color. I am crazy for the dainty ring and bubblegum pink mix above and the pale yellow Burberry Beauty nail polish in the last shot.

Get the look:

MODEL-OFF-DUTY: ANDREEA DIACONU | TANK DRESS + SANDALS

Photos via: Fashionologie | Style Bistro

When does model Andreea Diaconu not look stunning? Her grey jersey tank dress and brown strappy flat sandals make for a great casual summer look. Now, if only I had that body...

Get the look:
+ Stateside Mock Twist Dress
+ Riller & Fount Jack Open Back Mini Dress
+ Alexander Wang Cross-Body Bag
+ K. Jacques Barigoule Flat Sandals
+ Jack Wills Tan Leather Lazenby Flat Sandals

WHITE OUT

Photos via: Modern Legacy | Studded Hearts | Shine by Three

From slinky white cami tops and elevated trousers to sexy white skirts, we're all about these 3 minimalist white looks right now. The sleek looped ponytail is the perfect way to complete any one of these outfits. Shop our favorite white pieces below.

Get the look:
+ ASOS Longline Woven Cami Top
+ Stateside Crossover Sweatpants
+ Faith Connexion Loose Pants
+ Sybil Textured Sweater
+ Fallon Jewelry Pave Palm Cuff Bracelet
+ ASOS Fine Crystal Palm Cuff
+ Keepsake Motionless Skirt
+ Altuzarra Miki Slit Skirt

STREET STYLE: CASUAL ROMANTIC | STRIPES • LACE • LEOPARD

Photo via: ELLE

I love seeing a good casual, yet romantic look. It's not always the easiest to pull off, but here the neutral stripes and lace work so well together. Loving the bit of edge from the sleek black oversized sunglasses and the leopard print Valentino Rockstud heels.

Get the look:
+ Marc by Marc Jacobs Square Frame Sunglasses
+ Halogen Relaxed U-Neck Tee in Grey Sconce Stripe
+ Rebecca Minkoff MAB Tote
+ Club Monaco Celeste Lace Skirt
+ Lord & Taylor Lace Overlay Pencil Skirt
+ Valentino Rockstud Leopard Heels

MODERN FEMME

1. Alexander Wang Vinyl Boxy Logo T-Shirt
2. Elizabeth and James Lafayette Sunglasses
3. DANNIJO Katie Earrings
4. Missoni Striped Crochet-Knit Pencil Skirt
5. Boyy Filippo Small Bag
6. RGB Nail Color in Punch
7. Tibi Amber Single Band Sandals

10 WAYS TO DRESS UP A PONYTAIL

Photos via: Hair and Make-Up by Steph

I'm always looking for easy ways to change up my usual up-do, so these 10 ways to dress up a ponytail are much welcomed inspiration. I think #3 #9 and #10 are my favorites.

Click below to see the rest...

STREET STYLE: MIRRORED SUNGLASSES + A GRAPHIC TEE

Photos via: A Love Is Blind

Haven't been a huge fan of all the graphic tees lately with a play on designer names, but this one made me laugh. The Ballin-ciaga tee looks great here styled with mirrored sunglasses, a mini Céline bag, distressed denim and Valentino rockstud heels.

Get the look:
+ Illesteva Mirrored Sunglasses (round version here)
+ Ballinciaga Black T-shirt
+ 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Mini Satchel
+ One Teaspoon Awesome Baggies Jeans
+ NSF Beck Distressed Jeans
+ Valentino Rockstud Kitten Heel Pumps

ANGELINA JOLIE FOR ELLE JUNE 2014

Photos via: ELLE

Absolutely LOVE Angelina Jolie's ELLE cover shoot by Hedi Slimane. She looks bad ass decked out in a swoon-worthy collection of Saint Laurent looks.

Click below to see the rest of the shoot...