Menswear, Military, & Mesh...

Yep, I said mesh.

We'll start with that:

Mesh Insert Cardigan by Clu ( see in greater detail... sry, Barney's isn't picture-thief friendly...)

 

Also by Clu, for Bloomingdales:





Laundry, by Shelli Segal... Mesh Sweetheart Necklace Dress (Bloomingdales, $185)

 

Calvin Klein Sleeveless Mesh Dress

 



Ok, now on to Menswear... not usually my favorite style, but I am digging some of this:

Alice Ritter for Barney's, Mona Ruffled Tailored Vest

 
(again, Barney's doesn't let me steal pics very well, so click to view better)


Thom Browne, women's line, for Barney's (click to view better):

 




Leave it to Versace to come up with the best suit, though... swoon







Military means more than just structured.  This fall camo gets included!

Check out Prada's "Paillettes Continental" pattern available on clutches, wallets, and more:

 


 Knit Military Dress, Phoebe Couture

 

NSF Ranger Jacket, Barney', $195 (click for more detail)

 


 MARC by marc jacobs, silk painted camo scarf

 

If you're gonna go military... Hell Yes: Dior Buckle Detail Bootie& Cavaliere Buckle Bootie

 

Ok, not exactly military, but has the same essence...
Victorian Courduroy Jacket by Free People

It's Almost "Officially" Autumn...

Well, the equinox may not yet have occured, but fashion week has, so now it's time to discuss Fall Trends!  First, to get you in the mood (and if you're in TX like me, you aren't yet bc it's still 90+ degrees out), check out these Autumn-inspired accessories!

First up, from Juicy Couture... "Pave Leaf Wish Necklace"

 


 MARC by Marc Jacobs, "Fantastical Tale' Owl Bracelet... & Matching studs! *love*

 

Skulls aren't just for Halloween- just ask Alexander McQueen!

Time for Trends... This year's "it" colors?  Camel & Green!   Oh how I will miss plum and grey...

Encompassing two of this Fall's hottest trends, animal print & camel tones, is Michael Kors Python Asymmetrical Belt:



It's not sunny, so we don't need sun hats... But for those cold rainy days... Eric Jarvis and Juicy Couture have you covered... literally.


   

Feathers are still wearable- although I'm seriously debating whether full fledged skirts are a good idea... thoughts?  (ok, the white one isn't that bad)



 
         Haute Hippie                            Alice & Olivia             




              Jay Godfrey





 Other Fall Trends I'll be discussing soon: Military, Fur, Lace, and Boots!

Right on Target...

Ok, I love Target.  Like, love it so much I'm no longer allowed to go alone bc I spend to much... Seriously.  When I first got my own apartment, I can't even tell you how many hours a week I spent at Target.  Whether it was browsing greeting cards (to which I am addicted, and have a hard time not buying $50 worth each time I go to the store), checking out their designer lines for cheap! cheap! (yes, important designers make specialty lines for Target... *swoon*), or  lusting after their home interiors, I was in heaven...

Nowadays, I get my kicks browsing Target.com.  I intentionally *do not* have one-click shopping.  I know better!  I have installed the one-click "add to my wishlist" browser button from Amazon.com (click here to get it too!), which is almost as satisfactory as clicking "add to cart"...  This way, I've marked it as "buy this in the future when you have $$$", which may or may not ever happen, and I can just delete it if I don't get around to buying it before the season changes.  Seriously, guys.  "Add to Wishlist" has probably saved me tons of money.  My husband loves it.

Ok, back to the point of this post... Fun things I found on Target.com today!

ALL on clearance...

Thomas O'Brien Frame (which I happen to own and paid full price for...), $5.19  (originally $12.99)





Marcello Medallion Sheer, Moonglow/Wine, $6.24   (originally $24.99)   STEAL!

 

 Ok, I like this bc I had a Siamese cat growing up...
Bleeker Pillow, Moe Pillow $27.98/ea.  (originally $69.99)

 


 Axis Imex Natural String Lined Baskets, Set of 3, "Essence Spa", $23.98  (originally $79.99)



 Green Vibe, 4ct. Placemat Settings, $8.98  (originally $29.99)

 

 Mirrored Glass Frame - HC Brick, $3.28  (originally $10.99)

 




Haha, this reminds me of my brother a little... I guess  you could use it for a themed party???
Torch Beverage Dispenser,  $6.98  (originally $19.99)



 New East Origami 4pc. Condiment Serving Set  (not what I'd use it for...), $9.98  (originally $24.99)
& Set of 4 Dipping Bowls, $5.98  (originally $19.99)

Paint By Number Gerber Daisy Wallpaper (Target sells wallpaper?? What?), $21.24  (originally $84.99)
 


Add Depth to Your Table...
Luster Flower Plates Set of 6, $4.48  (originally $17.99)

Need a Coach?

Apparently my mailbox is a great source of inspiration for this blog... I got my seasonal 25% preferred customer discount card from Coach in the mail, and saw this super cute briefcase on it that I wanted to share... I'm a sucker for a good professional looking bag...




This is the one I got from Coach a few years ago:




And here's another available on the website currently that I am in favor of:

 


I have to say, I personally hate the Poppy collection... here's an example of why:



Can we say gawdy?  And just straight up tacky??? This looks like something I would have attempted to bring home from Gadzooks in 1997... what the hell is Coach thinking?!?  I especially detest the stripper-esque lace-up sides... just.  nasty.

If you're buying coach, stick with something more like the Mia collection.  I mean, it's a pretty direct Chanel knock off with the quilting and all, but at least it looks good:




 


I do like the crocodile...

 


I will also support the Alexandra collection (shown below).  Hamptons, Madison and Kristin (not pictured) are ok, but not my front runners.





Anyway, hope you enjoyed your daily Coach training... get to shopping!

Preciousness!

I visited my friend's house today, and he has a young, adorable baby girl who is nearly six months old.  I still have Halloween on my mind, and that combined with visiting the baby has inspired this post.  Absolutely adorable baby Halloween costumes... and for those of us who don't have children, puppy costumes!  If you don't have a dog, your life isn't complete and you don't need to be online reading blogs.  Go out and get a dog now!















(the Rubic's cube is a nod to my hubby)