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July 20, 2016

The Furla Pre-Fall 2016 Collection, Available Now!

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My love affair with Furla started in 2000 while studying abroad in Florence, Italy, and has accelerated quite a bit in the past 16 years. Thanks to the sample sale I attended today, I’ve rounded out the pieces I own to include a tote, the mini cross body, a candy satchel, a key fob case, and even sandals. There’s so much to love from the brand, which always features sturdy, classic, and versatile silhouettes comprised of high quality leather and thoughtful detailing in each collection.

I’m especially loving the Pre-Fall 2016 collection (currently available) for its efforts in romanticizing the brand’s signature bags into colorful, stylish iterations. 0Some of my favorites from this lineup include the Metropolis Satchel in Toni Onyx,  the Metropolis Cross Body in Chalk, Turchese, and Magnolia, the Corona Top Handle in Arancio. Last, don’t forget about the ultra cool My Play Furla option, a new addition to the brand in which you can further customize your Cross Body bag by switching out the flaps!

See the slideshow above for some of my favorites, which you can shop in-store and online at Furla, or at prestigious retailers worldwide, such as Shopbop.com and FarFetch.com.

April 28, 2016

Sneak Peek: The BB Dakota Fall 2016 Collection

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Davia Top and Amarie Skirt

[Davia Top and Amarie Skirt]

Roswell Dress

[Roswell Dress]

Cara Dress

[Cara Dress]

Arlene Dress

[Arlene Dress]

Simpson Dress

[Simpson Dress]

Divina Cardigan

[Divina Cardigan]

Zalika Trench Coat

[Zalika Trench Coat]

Wilcox Top and Kimber Skirt

[Wilcox Top and Kimber Skirt]

BB Dakota recently previewed its fall 2016 collection, packed with a bevy of feminine, lace-adorned dresses and ultra slouchy and cozy cardigans. For a brand that is known so well for its amazing outerwear, other pieces make just a big of an impact this coming season. The brand aims to create non-fussy clothing that is both comfortable and affordable, which it certainly does with the fall arrivals. Favorites include the Reyes dress, the Kimber skirt, and the Richelle sweater, which are all perfect for an idyllic fall day. The pieces are fashioned out of super soft fabrics, and since most are in neutral, earth tones, they’re also extremely versatile with your wardrobe.

The brand overall executes a very free-spirited look and mood, which assertively continues well into 2016. Make sure to keep a look out for the new fall collection in stores and online in the coming months, and click through the slideshow above to see more of our favorite pieces.

BB Dakota garments are available online at Shopbop, Urban Outfitters, Lulu’s, and Nasty Gal, and in select stores nationwide. Most products are priced at under $100, and you can find more information on BB Dakota products online at bbdakota.com.

April 6, 2016

Sorel for Spring 2016

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I know that Sorel is traditionally equated with cold weather footwear, but the time has come for the perception to shift toward thinking of the brand in the warmer months, as Sorel has steadily, sturdily placed its feet in all seasons.  Its latest spring 2016 collection makes it quite evident that style, function, and comfort are an integral part of its DNA, no matter when, or where, you wear Sorel shoes.

Now that the spring lineup is available you can easily see, and purchase the range of silhouettes that move from office-appropriate oxfords and wedding-worthy wedges to swiftly navigating the downtown of your vacation spot in sneakers and making a casual yet sophisticated appearance at an al-fresco dining establishment in slide sandals.

It just makes sense to keep a favorite footwear brand top-of-mind year ’round, while looking effortlessly cool in the process. Click on the slide show above for my top picks from the collection, and head to Sorel.com to shop the new spring arrivals.

April 1, 2016

Marimekko for Target Launches April 17th

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[Women's Terry Cloth Cover Up, $29.99]

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[Oversized Beach Tote, $19.99, Women's Top and Shorts, $19.99 each]

MarimekkoforTargetGirls

[Toddler Girls' Dress Set, $19.99]

MarimekkoforTarget

[Body Board, $34.99, Paddleboard, $499.99, Round Oversized Inflatable, $39.99]

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[Salad Plates, 4 count, $19.99]

MarimekkoPillows

[Indoor/Outdoor Lumbar Pillows, $24.99 each ]

For the past few years, I’ve made a huge effort to avoid sample sales, no matter how sweet of a deal there seems to be up for grabs, with the exception of one brand: Marimekko. I first discovered the brand on a trip to Switzerland while studying abroad in the early 2000s, and since then, I have been smitten with its signature prints, guaranteed to induce smiles and great style. A few seasons ago I was lucky enough to work with the brand during New York Fashion Week and wear some of its upcoming designs, and I’m so excited that I can now afford to acquire a few pieces into my wardrobe for good, thanks to the Marimekko for Target collection.

What you can expect are over 200 pieces, with most of them coming in at under $50, with a focus on a summer/outdoor motif (the total price range is from $7.99-$499.99). Although I’m fixated on the women’s clothing, you can also shop an array of décor, furniture, entertaining essentials and apparel and accessories for girls.  Marimekko for Target will be sold in all Target stores and on Target.com beginning April 17th, and my only question is: how early can I get up on that day to snap up pretty much…everything?

See the slideshow above for my top Marimekko for Target picks, across all categories offered.

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