PROENZA SCHOULER ON A BUDGET

Photo via: Style

This goes out to all the Proenza Shouler fans with champagne taste on a beer budget... A white and metallic pleated midi skirt that echoes the gorgeous dress version that walked down the runway for S/S 2014? Yes, please!

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...


+ Tabitha Simmons for Creatures of the Wind Leather & Snakeskin Loafers


+ Oscar de la Renta Pointed-Toe Cherry Ballerina Flat


+ Tibi Hedda Crystal Sandal


+ Chloé Metal-Detailed Slide Sandals


+ Proenza Schouler Silver Flat Chunky Sandal

Meow! Head over to Vogue to see the rest.

MODEL-OFF-DUTY: DIANA MOLDOVAN | FEDORA + TEXTURED KNIT

Photos via: Models | Face Hunter | Elle

Great model-off-duty look on Diana Moldovan during Milan Fashion Week.

Get the look:
+ Urban Outfitters Carmen Fedora Hat
+ Two By Vince Camuto Bubble Knit Sweater (also here)
+ DKNY Black/White Wool-Mohair Knit Pullover
+ Mod Cloth Reading Look Sweater
+ Proenza Schouler PS1 Satchel Bag
+ BB Dakota Dakota Collective Ethel Leather Leggings
+ Alexander Wang Thea Chelsea Booties

PROENZA SCHOULER | SWING COAT + TAUPE PS11 BAG

Photo via: La Garçonne

Clean, classic and effortless. This has me officially craving a sleek black swing coat and this gorgeous taupe Proenza Schouler PS11 bag.

Get the look...

RETAIL THERAPY

I came across ILY Couture and went a little crazy on their site... I can't get enough of all the cute (and affordable!) bits, baubles and tops. Retail therapy, indeed.

1. ILY Couture Retail Therapy Grey Sweatshirt
2. The Row Cat Eye Sunglasses
3. ILY Couture Triangle Sparkle Necklace
4. J Brand Stretch-Leather Skinny Pants
5. Proenza Schouler Medium PS1 Suede Satchel in Tobacco
6. ILY Couture Crystal Cube Silver Cuff
7. ILY Couture Silver Double Link Bracelet
8. ILY Couture Silver Bold Midi Chevron Ring
9. Laurence Dacade Badely Double-Buckle Boot

INSTA LOOKS | PART 1

+ Theory sweater | Elizabeth and James sunglasses | Proenza Schouler case | Valentino heels | Mother denim


+ Genevieve Jones Safety Pin Earrings


+ T by Alexander Wang tee | E&J sunglasses | CCSkye bracelet | Michael Kors watch | Zara flats | Asos jeans


+ Oasis blazer | Gorjana necklace | Rodarte 'Radarte' tee


+ COS sweater | Céline sunglasses | Pamela Love Necklace | Joie flats | AG Jeans


+ Gorjana star bracelet


+ Zara sweater | E&J sunglasses | Luv AJ earrings | Proenza Schouler case | Jenni Kayne flats | Vince pants

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FINE LINES

1. Topshop Silk Camisole By Boutique
2. Wildfox Le Femme Sunglasses
3. HIPP x RGB Nail Highlight
4. Diane von Furstenberg Mary Animal Print Pants
5. Proenza Schouler Smooth Calf Leather PS11 Chain Wallet
6. NastyGal Caged Cuff
7. Alexander Wang Stasya Heel Sandals (also here and here)

PROENZA SCHOULER PS11 TINY

ph: Proenza Schouler

The Proenza Schouler PS11 bag had a baby! How cute is the PS11 Tiny?!

MUST-HAVE: BASEBALL TEE

.......ASOS baseball top | Elizabeth + James Sunglasses | ASOS earrings (similar here)
...........Proenza Schouler zip case | Zara boots | Zara leopard Pants (similar here)

For over a year now (remember this post) I've been craving a good baseball tee. Finally got one in black/white + love how versatile it is- great for dressing up or down. Definite must-have.

My top baseball tee picks...

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SPRING FRILLS

1. Splendid Vintage Whisper Tank
2. Thierry Lasry Sexxxy Sunglasses
3. Jene DeSpain Wilson Necklace
4. Miu Miu Flared Cotton-Garbardine Skirt
5. Proenza Schouler PS11 Classic Leather in Sorbet
6. Illamasqua Nail Varnish in Creator
7. A.L.C. Bondage Ring in Brass
8. Nicholas Kirkwood Striped Elaphe, Suede + Grosgrain Pumps

Lookbook: Stripes and Polka dot jeans

What I'm Wearing
SheInside Blazer - sold out but similar here or love this peach one on sale.
SheInside Blouse - now on sale for $25!  I'm also loving this striped top, perfect for the summer!
J Crew Polka Dot Jeans - get 25% off your order with code SPRINGBEST.  Madewell has cute polka dot skinnies as well.
Miu Miu Heels - new season style here (with glitter heel!) although I do love their classic Platform Pump.  Hello gorgeous Prada pink pumps!
t+j Designs Gold Chain Link Bracelet | Gem Chain Bracelet | Pink Pave Link Bracelet
Star ring | Love ring
Lanvin Sunglasses c/o Sunglasses Shop
Proenza Schouler Keep All Tote - if you want a similar color they have it in the PS1 Messenger.


Thank you to my awesome intern for helping me take these pics! :)  We went out for lunch and then I asked her to snap a quick outfit pic for me.  I'm not one for fancy backgrounds or whatnot, I just like to capture my outfit so wasn't really paying attention to the background behind me but a man who was smoking a little farther down the wall was watching us the entire time.  After we were done snapping the pics he said to us "What's so special about this wall?"  He was absolutely confused as to why I would want a picture by this wall!  I just said "Oh nothing" and then smiled.  He was still looking at the wall even after we walked off.  LOL! 

Lookbook: Reptile

What I'm Wearing
J Crew Striped Blazer - on sale!  They also have this pretty mixed striped blazer on sale.  Get an addt'l 30% off sale with code SPRINGTHAW
She Inside Chiffon Blouse - Great little colorblock blouse.  The green is a bit of a departure from what I usually wear but I like the little bit of brightness it added.  They also have a short sleeve version in black and yellow that's really cute.
Rich & Skinny jeans - I'm usually not a snakeskin print kind of girl but I loved the navy color and the subtle print of these jeans.  These were actually a great score from T. J. Maxx but they are on sale here for $49.99!
t+j Designs Three Gem Chain Necklace | Luxe 18K Pave Link Bracelet 
Proenza Schouler Keep All Tote - My color is no longer available.
Alice & Olivia Pumps - I've been wearing these pumps way too much but they are just so cute and look great with everything.  I love all the colors and patterns it comes in.

Lookbook: Popsicle

 

What I'm Wearing

Popsicle Top c/o Tulle -it's now on sale!

Madewell Skirt - I'm loving red skirts, I think it will work great into the fall and winter as well.  Love this one from Topshop too.

t+j Designs jewelry - wearing a few of our new arrivals!
- Pretty in Purple Collar Necklace: this is such a fun piece and the purple is great for fall.  Comes with earrings too.
- 24K Gold Large Chain Bracelet: we have a couple of new chain bracelets.  This one is a bit heavier than our Gold Chain Link bracelet that you've seen me wear a lot.  Both are great, just depends on if you want a heavier chain or more of an everyday layering kind of bracelet.
- 24K Gold Watch Strap Bracelet: I have a lot of favorites of our jewelry but this one really is one of my favorites.  I love that it's not just a typical gold bracelet and love the watch strap look.

Chloe Sunglasses - similar here for under $90.

Prada Wedges - these are one of the shoes I found at the Nordstom Rack Designer Shoe Sale and they are definitely one of my best buys.  They are one of my few wedges and they are super comfy.  Similar here and here.
Proenza Schouler PS1 Keep All - If you like the color of mine, it's called Orchid. You can't get it in the Keep All anymore but they have it in the crossbody bag and the clutch.

Thank you so much for those of you that left me comments, sent me emails and facebook messages about helping out and offering advice about my stomach issues.  It's not something I like to talk about as it's been pretty rough on me healthwise and that's never fun to talk about.  I really appreciate those of you that have shared your similar experiences and what you've done.  I wish there was a cure all for everyone but it seems to be a long process for everyone to figure out just exactly what is going on.  Anyway, just want to say thanks again, it means a lot.

On another note, quite a few new arrivals for my jewelry line!  Lots of adorable bow items (and if you like them, I suggest you get them soon as our bow items seem to always be our best sellers and sell out quickly.) and our Layered Links which are the perfect bracelets to stack with each other or with almost any other bracelets. 

Lookbook: Leopard jeans

What I'm Wearing
J Crew Tippi Sweater (on sale) - I bought 2 sizes up from my usual because I wanted it to be slouchy
Klique B Jeans - Similar at ASOS (on sale) and at Forever 21
Miu Miu Platform Pumps - Similar closed toe pumps.  Still lots of cute Miu Miu pumps on sale like these coral ones and the peeptoe pumps!
Proenza Schouler Keep All Tote  - Mine is the Orchid color which is unavailable in the Keep All but you can get the PS1 Messenger and the small crossbody pouch in the same color and the Pochette (which I want too!)  The Travel Keep All Tote is on sale, I contemplated getting it since I love my bag so much but think I'll hold off for now.  This cute clutch is on sale too!
t+j Designs new arrivals:
- Black and Gold Chain Bracelet
- Black Snakeskin Chain Bracelet
- Gold V Bangle
- Key Pendant Necklace

Hot pink and leopard?  Sure why not? A little crazy but I liked it!  Happy Wednesday!

P.S. On the hunt for a new stylish work bag?  Check out my picks over on the Smarter blog!

Lookbook: PS1 Orchid

What I'm Wearing
Zara Tweed Jacket  - also in mint.  There used to be four buttons on each side of the jacket but I cut the bottom ones off because I felt like it made me look even shorter.  Much better with the 3 buttons now.
gifted Dee & Ray tank - they are giving anyone that tweets to @draclothing a photo of them in the Audrey tank a $25 store credit to use at www.draclothing.com
gifted INDi jeans - take 35% off your order with code MEMORIALDAY12! code expires today.  These are completely custom fitted jeans and I can't even believe how amazingly well they fit.  I mean, I know that they are custom and even though they asked a lot of questions and took a lot of  measurements I still figured, how can a website make me jeans that fit my body?  Well, they did it and I love them!  I highly recommend trying them out if you have a hard time finding jeans that fit and price wise, they aren't even that much more than non-custom jeans.  They have new colored denim that I'm going to get next! 
Christian Louboutin New Simple Pumps - Also, love the Simple pumps if you don't want the extra platform (here as well in 3 colors).  I also recommend the Filo or if you like the larger double platform, the Bianca is a great choice.  Also, check out the gorgeous glitter pumps!
Proenza Schouler PS1 Keep All small - There's also a large size.  My color is orchid which is available in the regular PS1 bag.
t+j Designs Bamboo Bangle Set and Silver Crystal Heart Studs
Also, last day to save 30% on all sale items!  Use code MDAY30.  Shop here.

Finally the reveal of my new bag!  I posted about wanting either the Prada or the Proenza Schouler and I ended up falling for the PS1 Keep All first!  After seeing this color but in the PS1 messenger bag I knew I wanted it but found that it was impossible to find anywhere.  I finally went on ebay and there she was!  I'm not a huge ebay-er and I don't often buy designer items for fear of buying fakes but with the pictures and the seller feedback, I was confident and when I received the bag, I was VERY happy!  Turns out that the seller is also a youtube subbie of mine as she knew who I was when I purchased the bag!  Such a funny small internet world.  I've already taken it on a couple of business trips and I love that it gives my work/travel outfits a bit of color but also is able to carry all my files and other crap I have to carry with me.  It's a fabulous bag and I adore it!

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