decor inspo : bull skulls

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Just back from a trip to Texas, I am suddenly inspired by the rustic allure of bull skulls.  Not just for dusty ranch homes, incorporate one into an otherwise feminine space for an edgy, yet elegant upgrade.  Look for versions in gold, silver, or brass finishes for extra style points.

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blue-green-pink-bedroom-1-1Sources: 1, 2, 3, 4

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Beauty High x Girls Off Fifth : Color Stories II

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We are always looking to incorporate new trends into our wardrobes, and gold has certainly made it’s way into many of our key pieces.  So when Beauty High asked us to discuss some of our favorite color trends, gold was an obvious contender for this week (check out our first installment of Color Stories here). Whether a studded motto jacket, a pair of metallic kicks, or a slouchy handbag in a shimmery hue, gold is dominating street wear. It shined on recent runways as well at shows like The Row, Suno, and Badgley Mischka, proving that gold will continue to trend this year.  Check out our recommendations on adding a jolt of gold into your beauty routine over on Beauty High, and then continue reading and get inspired by our gold rush mood reel.

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Noe lingerie collection

From press previews and parties to midday city strolls, get more fashionable moments + NYC happenings on instagram.

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above: Sport-inspired lingerie at the NOE Fall ’13 press preview 

Tocca Store NYC

The Tocca Fall ’13 blogger preview was both lovely & amazing

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Hanging out at French Connection‘s nail art event

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Head to toe leopard at the Corey Fall ’13 preview

Summer Flats

Spring time #shoegame, Chanel and Steve Madden

Printed bikini and pants set

 Channeling Solange’s album cover in separates by Opening Ceremony

Bouquets of tulips

Pretty tulips from the Farmer’s Market at Union Square

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a bit of print

Topshop Organza Patch Jeans

Topshop Organza Patch Jeans

Topshop Organza Patch Jeans

Topshop Organza Patch JeansWork a shot of print into a basic look with silk patched oversized denim and a breezy scarf in a complimentary palette.  Try this Topshop version or snag some old denim from your local thrift store + silk scarves in a pretty print and DIY a custom pair of your own.

SHOP. American Apparel TEE / Topshop DENIM / Marc by Marc Jacobs SHADES / Max Studio BOOTS

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Beauty High x Girls Off Fifth : Color Stories I

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We recently teamed up with StyleCaster’s Beauty High to talk fashion, beauty, and spring color trends.  For our first installment, we’re talking all things red.  Popular on spring and fall ’13 runways from DKNY to Dolce & Gabbana, this on-trend hue stuns on flirty frocks and pretty pouts alike.  Check out our recommendations for adding red to your beauty routine here.  Then, continue reading and get inspired by our red mood reel.

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on our radar: the new statement earring

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The neon trend is still in full force for spring.  Take it to the the lobes with dangly architectural and geometric earrings that pack a colorful punch.  Not just for dress up, pair them with day wear and elevate your look from yawn to yes, please!

Shop. TOPSHOP Glam Stone Earrings/  ASOS Future Flower Gem Earring/ TOPSHOP Premium Lucca Romanyi Earrings/ TOPSHOP Neon Perspex Drop Earrings/ EST EMMA SADIE THOMPSON Elaborate Geometries Orecchini Rosa Fluo 

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best dressed wedding guest : take two + sample sale dish

best dressed wedding guest

Our last post was inspired by the many wedding engagements filling our calendars this spring and summer.  So happy for our friends! We decided to play dress up over the weekend and give two looks a test run that we are considering for some upcoming nuptials.  What do you think?

best dressed wedding guest

best dressed wedding guest

best dressed wedding guest

Shopping for dresses has been such a treat.  (Can’t wait to shop for the big white one!) We’ll leave you with our two rules for being the perfect wedding guest, besides buying something expensive from the gift registry…

First, consider the wedding’s location, theme, colors, and vibe when shopping.  A lot of time and thought was put into this day, so give your look similar attention.  Be festive and get glammed up!  Second, be comfortable.  There is nothing worse than having to sit out while everyone else is on the dance floor because your shoes are pinching your feet.  Give them a test run before the big day and if you must, sneak some flats into the ceremony.  A bejeweled thong sandal is okay.  Bare feet are not.

Enjoy wedding season!

best dressed wedding guest

On Janelle: Halston Heritage DRESS / Mango BOX BAG / Zara HEELS; On Jessie:  Elizabeth & James DRESS / Cara NECKLACE / Jimmy Choo BOX BAG / Christian Louboutin HEELS

Almost all of the pieces worn on this shoot were acquired at samples sales.  If you are in the NYC area make sure to join the mailing lists for 260SAMPLESALE and Clothingline!

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