11.13.2009

Deep Thoughts: Yes We Can!


I sat cross-legged on a bench chugging water in London's East End and rudely asked the man to repeat himself.

"I said, you look just like a pixie," he said.

I brushed it off at the time, probably because like the ungrateful, barbaric American that I am, I spent my summer abroad at 17, not absorbing the rich cultural sights and experiences, but finding the nearest pub and staking out for 12 or so hours at a time. For some reason, although I can't even picture this man's face, his words came back to me this week. While I'm quite certain I didn't look like one then, I'm positive I'd never be mistaken for one now. Their impish, ethereal air is as far from my usual uniform as possible, but right now I'm finding florals, layering, down home and homespun irresistibly endearing. Fantasies of frolicking in prairies and living in an anthropologie catalog are calling my name.

Chalk it up to the change of seasons or the alarming fact that it's now suicide level dark at 4 pm, but after struggling for some time to find original and inspirational clothing, a swing in the complete opposite direction may lift my spirits. I can never completely abandon my influx of beloved black but I'm giddy with excitement over the delicate, feminine darlings I've spent far too long ignoring.

Here's what I'm cruising:

Copenhagen brand YDE
Anthropologie's November catalog
shopbop's 'walk in the woods' trends feature
Pretty tank
An Atticus favorite

Photos of YDE and Rebecca Taylor

The One Hundred: Part 2


Inspired by Nina Garcia's book, The One Hundred, we bring you a list of items every stylish woman should own. Each Friday in November, we'll list 25 must haves and tell you where to get them.

30. Pucci
32. Bikini
39. Pearls
41. Watch
50. Valid Passport (You never know when a trip to Morocco will present itself. Right, B?!)

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11.10.2009

The Justification: Sick Day

Sister Wild infected me this morning with some sort of sinus meltdown. So here are my picks for when all you want to do is wear something cozy and blow your nose.

Justification #1: This ultra comfy thermal comes in three different colors.

Justification #2: So even though you may feel like someone punched you in the face, you still can color coordinate your outfit.

Justification #1: For all you people who can't handle wearing bright colors like me-this shirt's a good way to ease into wearing something different without looking like a stop sign!

Justification #2: Plus, after going through a half of a box of kleenex, your shirt and nose will match.





Justification #1: Boys...don't think I forgot about you! Even if you have to be out and about, at least you'll look good for the ladies while still being comfortable!

11.09.2009

Said in Context

“I’m moving to Soho. I’m sick of everyone being like, ‘Oh, you’re Lower East Side—of course.’ Why of course? I’m going to prove them wrong. Besides, it was time for an upgrade.”

—Alexander Wang, via style.com