Fall Favorites: Pieces of Me

Top: Brandy & Melville 

Denim: Siwy

Boots: Frye

This fall, you can expect to see copious amounts of black on me. Well, you can expect to see copious amounts of black on me year round, but in particular, during the winter months. 

I'm currently obsessing over this Brandy & Melville top I scored over at Revolve for pennies on the dollar. [From now until 10/16, save 20% on all purchases from Revolve by entering "stylewatchoct" at checkout] Believe it not, I'm not really into middriffs but the B&M I can do.

Fresh Look /  Fresh Face

 Blouse: Geren Ford

Skirt: Rory Beca 

Belt: Motif 57 

Shoes: Balenciaga 

Clutch: Lauren Merkin 

Ring: Melrose Flea Market 

So Revolve is on the "hunt for Chictopia's fresh faces and talent" to star in their upcoming Summer Style Guide and I decided to submit an entry. I know I'm no Naomi Campbell but I am a normal girl, just like you, and would very much like to represent us in their campaign. The winners will be selected by Chictopia members so I encourage those of you who are members to go and vote not for the prettiest girl or who has on the nicest designer clothes, but the girl(s) who best represent you. 

REVOLVE Spring Style Must Have Item 

What is your must-have REVOLVE item for spring, and how would you style it? I've certainly been eying the N.Y.L.A. Pura Buckle Sandals in black for spring. The utilitarian look is most certainly in for spring/summer 2010 though I'd probably carry the sandals well into the indian summer. Insofar as styling, being the easy going basicbasic girl that I am, I'd probably just throw them on with a deconstructed, loose-fitting t-shirt, denim cut-offs and loads of bracelets and rings, all of which, in the gold persuasion. [Click HERE to vote for me]

And here's a treat for you guys: Revolve is offering 20% off any purchase* to help you get started on your spring 2010 wardrobe! Enter CHICTOPIC20 at checkout to enjoy the savings. [*Note: the coupon does not apply to the following brands -- True Religion, Seven for all Mankind, Citizens of Humanity, Paige Jeans, Hudson Jeans, Joe’s Jeans, J Brand, Juicy Couture, D&G, Cheap Monday, Botkier, Kooba, Clu, and Common Projects See terms and conditions for more details.]

Brace Yourself / Rachel Leigh

I've been actively looking for some more TEETH to add to my wardrobe, when I remembered a bracelet on my REVOLVE wish-list that I've been lusting after for months now. Rachel Leigh's Audrey Enamel Bow Bracelet: a fun, flirty bit for my wrist, to rest comfortably next to my giant gold watch. The Audrey is an essential: she comes in my two basic jewelry color groups, gold & black and with a hyperreal bow which always reminds me of Alice in Wonderland. The logical progression from my wish-list was to the designer's website, so that I could take a gander at some more of her fabulous wares. Check out some of my favorite pieces from her current bracelet collection: 

Rachel Leigh Bracelet Sampler

 starting from the top left / crystal snake chain / audrey snakeskin wrap / exposition  / tycoon / stiletto cuff / chain cuff

What I love about the collection: there's an array of pieces from the vintage-inspired  with a regal flare to the edgy, modern and heavily constructed. There are bracelets and cuffs that can stand on their own or be layered with others to create a substantial wrist look. 

Where to buy: Rachel Leigh, REVOLVEclothing and Shopbop.

What else you should check out: definitely take a look at all of her collections but focus on the necklaces and the headbands. You'll see loads of intricate layering, dewy stones in settings fit for royalty and headbands that will be sure to turn heads in the fall. 

Also, stay up-to-date with the latest from Rachel Leigh here. See who's wearing her now and what's on her style forecast for jewelry in the fall.

Pursuit of Happiness

Dress: T-Bags

Shoes: Balenciaga

Pardon my return to shameless self-shots with my digital camera, dusty mirrors, awkward self-poses and a peak-a-boo bra. I was too excited about this T-Bags Beaded Necklace Dress to care about the formalities of popular fashion blogging. It just feels so good to put something on and feel absolutely amazing in it. It also feels good to know that one of your favorite brands has returned with a season of drool-worthy pieces, all heavy with beading and intricate patterns. Thank you T-Bags for creating the perfect day-and-night dress for the not-so-girlie girls like myself. You've managed to keep it basic enough for the uniform wearing crew (i.e. t-shirt, denim/leggings and flats) with a serious KAPOW  in the regal neckline. Anticipate some more photographs of me in this dress in future posts, especially when I'm in Los Angeles in a few weeks -- I need to give this baby as much exposure as possible. 

Checkout the rest of the T-Bags Spring 2010 Collection here. Trust me chicas y chicos, you won't be disappointed.