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Zara Military Coat with gold buttons

Coat: Zara (similar here). Shirt: Vintage (thrifted, similar here). Dress (worn as a skirt): Mika & Gala via Esther (similar skirts here and here). Bag: Kate Spade (nearly identical one here). Sunglasses: Chanel. Hat: All Saints. Scarf: Burberry. Booties: Simply Vera by Vera Wang for Kohl’s. Tights: American Apparel. Lip: Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Tesoro. I wore this to see The Nutcracker at The Met (which was so beautiful I was moved to tears) and to a…

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DIY

5 Best DIY Ugly Holiday Sweaters

DIY Snow Globe Costume

Are you attending an ugly sweater Christmas party and you only have a closet full of beautiful cashmere? Have no fear, for these awesome DIY ideas are here. 1. Snow Globe Sweater via Be Different Act Normal Not only is this super easy, it doesn’t require buying or ruining any clothes. All you need is a plain sweater, cotton balls, construction paper, a clear trash bag and some string.…

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DIY

DIY Nicole Richie’s Cat Ear Headpiece

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One of my favorite fashion moments of 2013 was back on October 24th when Nicole Richie topped a 20’s style sequined dress with a lacey cat eared headpiece at the Who What Wear 50 Most Fashionable Women Of 2013 party in West Hollywood. It’s quirky and unexpected yet the lace draped across her forehead is so elegant. You probably own a scalloped lace trimmed dress, skirt or tank that you’re over, so why not reconstruct it and make a chic…

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Shopping,Style Guide

The 20 Best Patterned Tights

Patterned socks have been big in men’s fashion this year, so its no surprise that women’s winter fashion is now catching up with the leg decorating trend. Not only are patterned tights perfect for print mixing when paired with a patterned dress, skirt, or shorts, they are the perfect accessory to update a minimal classic look. Plus, they help improve circulation, prevent spider veins, and they keep your gams warm. Check out my top 20 picks for the best patterned…

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DIY

DIY Chanel Striped Top

sienna miller claudia schiffer chanel striped tee

Since I’ve been on a painting kick lately, I decided to keep the momentum going and finally DIY the Chanel Striped Top I’ve been lusting after. When I first saw this street style inspired take on a classic Parisian striped tee worn by Sienna Miller I had two thoughts: 1. I want that, and 2. I can make that. If any of you felt the same way, you already know we pretty much had to since this beauty sold out…

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Fashion Finds,Shopping

Five Reasons To Run to the J. Crew and Madewell Sample Sale

J.Crew-Sample-Sale

I didn’t think I would find much if anything at the J. Crew / Madewell Sample Sale launch today. I was wrong. This is the truth, straight up: if you love J. Crew and or Madewell and you live in the New York City area, it is 100% worth the trip. Here are five reasons why you should run, don’t walk, plus some tips and tricks to help you make the smartest moves: 1. Llama Love. Arguably the most coveted…

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Shopping,Style Guide

Five Haute Hanukkah Gifts

Thanksgivukkah was a once in a lifetime experience unless you’re living past 70,000 years, so be sure to gift your Hanukkah party host (or yourself) with something saucy to commemorate the occasion. Check out these five haute Hanukkah gifts no one will want to return: Shop it: Design Imports Mazel Tov Embroidered Towel $11, Crate and Barrel Brass Menorah $15, Jonathan Adler Acrylic Dreidel $29, Moon and Lola Acrylic Monogrammed Bracelet $93, Jennifer Zeuner Open Star of David Necklace $121.…

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Shopping,Style Guide

Top 20 Fancy Cyber Monday Style Picks

Happy Cyber Monday! I am thrilled and humbled to officially announce my stint as the style reporter for Fancy.com! We’re starting things off with a bang with my top 20 Fancy Cyber Monday Style picks, all of which are 30% off today with their CYBERMON coupon. Without further ado, browse below or see the full collection here: Shop it at blog.fancy.com. What are your Cyber Monday selections? xo BB…

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