everybody knows this is nowhere

wise shoppers like to say that if you try something on at a store and don't buy it, but still love it a day or two later then it's worth going back and buying... i tried on these varnish effect trousers at zara over a week ago and i can't get them out of my mind... i suppose i know what i need to do then?!

(pics courtesy zara)

happiness, no more be sad

it's finally sweater weather in nyc! woot woot! i'm currently on the hunt for the perfect cabled ivory/cream crewneck... and even though there's a seemingly endless number of options out there, my new knit still alludes me... maybe it's because i want an impossible hybrid of softness and drape?? orrrrrr maybe because i'm convinced "the one" is a $700 isabel marant number?! woe to my much too small salary!!

(pics Mario Sorrenti for VOGUE Paris featuring Natasha Poly & Sasha Pivovarova / Styled by via Emmanuelle Alt courtesy tfs)

the street's the place to go

before i moved to nyc i never owned a legit pair of grown up rain boots... and while i love my rugged tretorns these givenchy equestrian rainboots are the slickest pair i've seen yet... i mean, these babies are almost gorgeous enough to merit a move to seattle!

(pics courtesy kirna zabete)

when you turn your love my way

holy smokes i cannot believe the last time i posted was the end of august! actually it makes perfect sense given that september is my birthday month, fashion week and the busiest time of year at my day job... but the weather is slowly getting crisper and i am majorly longing for some new fall fashion goodies... and one of the most important investments each season is a bangin' pair of boots... i am so loving these ONE by matisse footwear presley booties (top) for every day fare and these most badass be&d textured leather ankle boots for more dressier occasions (bottom)... and since they're both under $200 they won't break my always-watched budget!

(pics courtesy shopbop and theoutnet)

darling so it goes

anne hathaway en route to the daily show with jon stewart yesterday... i am all ABOUT this ensemble.... the blazer, the tee, the pants and even the space agey shades... WANT!

(pics courtesy lainey gossip)

ive got something i can laugh about

in the mood for some lighter hues and boots this season... definitely dying over the alexander wang dakota (top right)... though i would seriously be shocked if there ever came a time where i DIDN'T covet a new wang shoe... also on the hunt for some lennon-esque shades... hoping i can score a vintage pair at ye olde salvation army back in michigan when i visit this weekend!

i want your design

finally buying teapot is always in the back of my mind (pouring boiling water from pot to mug is dangerous business let me tell ya)... and lennymud's mr. tea for one is all sorts of cheeky adorableness... too bad it's already sold out! harrumph!

(pics courtesy etsy.com)

add another bullet

been seeing a lot of side-detailing on shorts... obesity and speed's holy stud cutoffs are definitely calling my name (as is the whole ensemble... nasty gal's rock stylings always get me)... and daydream nation's side corset pair have do-it-yourself written all over them... seriously all you need is to grab any old shorts you already have in your closet, some ribbon or leather laces, scissors and away you go! talk about an adorable, easy update!

(top to bottom pics courtesy fashionista, nasty gal and pixie market)

let the past be history

a few snaps from zara woman's april lookbook... i'll take one of each kthanksbuhbye!

(pics courtesy nitrolicious)

coolin by day

totally digging those kicks and cluster of buttons on her jacket pocket... i think it might be time to invest in some funky throwback high tops... thoughts?

(pic courtesy the sartorialist)

there will be a show tonight

most definitely coveting everything in made her think's fall 2011 "fight or flight" collection... and that sweet pimp hat too!

(pics courtesy fashiongonerogue)

forgive me dear for my misdirection

i've been searching for a cute, inexpensive fisherman's cap for some time... eugenia kim's sample sale still proved a bit too pricey for me but this black wool style from natasha's cafe is budget and wallet friendly and i am loving the extra embroidery on the bill...

(top pic courtesy fashiontoast; greek fisherman's hat pic courtesy natasha's cafe)

shift your arms then you pull it back

a few snaps from erin wasson's low luv spring/holiday lookbook... her line is always thoughtful and amazing with just the right amount of rock and roll grit... and seeing these also reignites my sick want for a body chain... santa, are you listening?!

(pics courtesy style.com)

it's just a shot away

i want this in my closet, on my body, paired with black tights, ankle boots and a kickass fedora NOW.

(pics courtesy pixie market)

get your motor runnin'

the acne hybria boot... yes please!!!

(pic courtesy fashiontoast)

suspicious minds are talkin

need a perfect wide brimmed floppy fedora NOW.

(top 2 pics courtesy becauseimaddicted, bottom pic courtesy fashiontoast)

the kind you buy in a second hand store

definitely some new cranium adornment inspiration...

(pics courtesy stockholm street style and pixie market)