J Crew Fall 2010 collection

I am a little biased, since I work at J Crew, but I am always surprised at their collection. It is wonderfully fashion forward and even with my discount I still can't afford the collection pieces. I lust after them every season!

My favorite thing from this look is the sweatpant shorts! I am totally going to work that into my wardrobe this fall. I also love all of the different textures and tonalities of black. If you're one of those people who wear all black, you should do it this way!

The only thing that I can think of when I see this look is "At least I didn't skin a collie for my backpack." (I hope you got my Clueless reference.) I also love the jacket, and the play of proportions, the short skirt with the blousy jacket. I am really loving the tan colors that are becoming more prevalent for fall. They are rich and warm and inviting.

Anyone who think J Crew is preppy needs to look at this look. Nothing more to be said.

I am obsessed with this hat! I love the jacket and I'm sure you all know how much I want shorts like that. I am all prepared for the heat of the summer, but this collection is making me miss 40 degree weather!

Louis Vuitton Fall 2010

I am very attracted to this collection for many reasons, but mostly because it is so 50's New Look! I love the tiny waists and the big, pleated skirts. I especially love the leather skirt because it gives such great texture and the weight of it is so unexpected for the shape. I also love the color palette, I think muted tones are going to be big for fall. I love all of the textures in the fabrics and the mix of those fabrics in the garments. And I love how boobs are a big focus, they couldn't show them off then, but we sure can now!

Alexander McQueen Fall 2010

Sorry I'm so lame and just getting to this now....

I have two words to say about this collection...ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING. And I'm not just saying that because it is the last and final collection from Alexander McQueen. I have always been a fan of his work, but lately it's been blowing me away, and this collection is no different.

I love the color palette, the gold details, the pleating, brocade, spiked headdresses, chiffon, draping, and basically everything else. I love how ornate it is, and romantic, all I want to do is walk through huge gardens and give gorgeous men meaningful glances.

This collection might not be as striking as his last collection (the reptilian one), but it is definitely not insignificant. It may be more demure, but it is not quiet. It is dramatic, well crafted and truly speaks to McQueen as a designer.

I am so sad that this is the last we will ever see of his work, but this post is not melancholy. It is a celebration of his genius.

My necklaces

I've been meaning to post pictures of the necklaces I've been making for the past few months or so. I really like using fabric and chain together, the mix of hard and soft is appealing to me.

I've been too busy at school and work and stuff to make more, but I've had some good feedback lately so I'll probably work on them soon. I'll post more pictures of the new ones soon.

Thanks for everyone's support too! It's always nice to hear positive feedback about the things I make!

I've wanted some high waisted paper bag leather shorts for a while now, and every time I tell someone that they look at me like I'm crazy. And then I found this picture....

So look haters, look how cute these are. However, my hunt for the perfect high waisted paper bag leather shorts continues.....

Nina Ricci Fall 2010

I have really been into Nina Ricci lately, and this season definitely did not disappoint....

I just like this look. The hair and shape of the sweater, it reminds me of Ann Margaret in Bye Bye Birdie. It's a very sweet look, and really playful because of the flower skirt. I am really drawn to the colors, and really, what girl doesn't want a skirt made entirely out of flowers.

I love the ruffles and the elegance of this dress. I love grey, and the sheen on the fabric gives it great dimension. The sleeves are my favorite part, and especially since shoulders are being played up a lot now, this is a great way to interpret it in a flirty, feminine way. I would wear this dress in an instant!

Cropped pants are cropping up everywhere! Ok, excuse my corniness. But I really love the shape of the pants, I wish I could pull off the pleated cropped pants, but alas, I am too short for it. I also just really love the shirt, it's sexy and sheer but not overt at all. Just very feminine and a bit cheeky, which I am all about. A little flirtation never hurt anyone.

I like this look, it's not my favorite from the bunch, but I really like the layering at the hemline of the skirt. And I like the sheer fabric over the polka dots, its gives them a gauzy quality that is really pleasing. I like that the skirt looks like she just hiked it up and gave everyone a wink and walked off.

All I can say about this look is, I want a flower belt. Now.

Balenciaga Fall 2010

Here are some of my favorite looks from the Balenciaga Fall 2010 collection...

I always love the shapes and proportions that Balenciaga is known for. This jacket is a great example of that, I love the rounded shoulders and the cut-outs. It reminds me of armor, but really chic armor. I love the seaming in the jacket and I think it is really youthful and pretty and I would be so happy to have it!

I love the graphic print on this dress, especially paired with the nude fabric. I am really into nude colors right now, so I had to pick this look. I love all the different layers and dimensions of this dress, it gives it an interesting depth, but not bulky. And I love how delicate the look is, but is actually made of leather. The sleeves are perforated to have that sheer, floaty effect, and I love that.

The next two looks are similar, but I love them both! I love the colors especially. And I belt everything, so I would totally wear the sweaters. I am really drawn the the fluted shape the sweaters make under the belt with the cropped pants. It is really 50's to me, and I'm sure you've guessed that I love the 50's. I also really like the linear designs in the sweaters in the fluid shapes they make on the body. And the red pants are just spectacular, totally need them in my wardrobe.

And the shoes in this collection are fantastic. I might sell my soul for a pair.