Orange and Black

Halloween came early this year…

Dress (worn as top): H&M (last seen here in blue), Skirt: H&M (similar here), Shoes: Sam Edelman, Necklace: (vintage) Banana Republic, Rings: Club Monaco (black, vintage) (stacking, on sale here).

Slightly Obsessed...

I'll admit, I have a slight obsession with other people's glasses. If I see a stylish pair, I just HAVE to try them on. Of course, when I get older and actually need them, I won't want to wear them. 

Top: H&M, Cardigan: Forever 21, Layered necklaces: vintage, Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Alex and Ani

 Dress: H&M, Earrings: Stella & Dot

Skirt: vintage (last seen here), Dress worn as top: American Apparel, Belt: vintage

Top: American Apparel, Pants: H&M, Belt: vintage

From My Collection...

With all this crazy weather we've been having, shooting for my blog has been "limited." I thought I'd share a few of my favorite (vintage) things with you to give you an inside look at my personal style (which changes almost daily). Back to my regular shooting this weekend!

Vintage brooches and clip earrings. Bracelet and earrings set last seen here. 

The loveliest mirror compact given to me for my birthday.

A statement vintage cuff bought at an antique market. Love it here.

THE BEST high-waist pencil skirt restyled from a vintage floor-length gown.

My favorite 1950s party dress. 

Crop top

An all black look is anything but basic with a crop top, satin trousers, and a vintage brooch. 

Sweater: American Apparel, Pants: Club Monaco (last seen here), Brooch: vintage, Sunnies: Michael Kors (similar here), Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: Stella and Dot, Lips: MAC "Ruby Woo" and "Russian Red."

Photos by Scoobie West 

Minimalist

A simple pencil skirt and a perfectly tucked tee can go a long way…

Tee: Club Monaco (old), Skirt: American Apparel, Shoes: Diba (last seen here), Sunnies: Michael Kors, Jewelry: (vintage) from my mom, Lips: MAC "Ruby Woo" and "Russian Red," "Currant" liner.

Photos by Scoobie West

High waist flares

A vintage-inspired look created from modern pieces.

Blouse: Isaac Mizrahi for Target (old), Pants: H&M (old, but similar here), Hat: BCBG (details here), Vintage snakeskin belt: thrifted, Watch: Michael Kors, Lips: MAC "Ruby Woo."

Photos by Scoobie West

70s Maxi

I love a standout print…especially on a 1970s maxi. 

Dress: vintage, Boots: Nine West (similar here), Watch: Michael Kors, Gold Bracelet: Stella & Dot, Cuff: Banana Republic (old), Ring: (vintage) Club Monaco flagship store, Necklace: from my collection (seen here as a watch).

Photos by Scoobie West 

Long cardigan

The best part about this vintage sweater dress? It doubles as a long cardigan when left open. Oh, and the gold embroidery adds a little sparkle and shine. 

Sweater dress: vintage, Tee: Club Monaco (similar here), Denim: American Eagle (similar here), Shoes: Nine West (old), Belt: (vintage) Etienne Aigner, Sunnies: Michael Kors (I also love these), Watch: Michael Kors, Bracelet: gifted from a friend, Ring: (vintage) Club Monaco flagship store, Nails: OPI "Russian Navy"

Top it off

I BEGGED my mom for this hat for nearly five years.  She finally gave in and shipped it to me for Christmas. I think it will go nicely with my growing collection. Now, if I can just get her to send me a few more…

Hat: (thanks mom!), Shirt: (vintage) Express (similar here), Pants: The Limited (old, but similar here), Necklace: last seen here, Ring: Anthropologie (last seen here), Bracelet: Stella & Dot, Watch: Michael Kors, Sunnies: Gucci ℅ Scoobie West (similar for women, here), Lips: MAC "Divine Choice" mixed with "Currant" lip pencil. 

Photos courtesy of Scoobie West

Friends, with vintage

I follow some pretty amazing vintage-lovers on Instagram and wanted to feature them on my blog. I asked them to tag a fellow vintage-lover and I got some GREAT photo submissions. I'd like to share my top four with you. They truly are friends…with vintage, naturally. Thanks to everyone who submitted photos (I'll do this again, so keep those pics coming)! Enjoy!

Octavia (@ollygo)

Skirt: vintage (tailored to fit), Birdcage fascinator, Shoes: Nicholas Kirkwood

(That red lip, that fascinator, those shoes? And let's not forget a skirt WITH POCKETS. Love it all!)

Wendy (@justjewels4u) (view her fab site here!)

Dress: (thrifted) Liz Claiborne

(ABSOLUTELY LOVE the color of this dress.)

Roni (@stylepoise) (view her site here, love it!)

Jumpsuit: thrifted, Booties: Zara, Earrings: Aldo, Fur: EBay, Watch: Michael Kors

(I'm a sucker for a black jumpsuit and caged booties.)

Jaclyn (@jsustyles)

Top: (vintage) Cachet by Bari Protas, Fishnet Leggings: Margiela for H&M, Shoes: Madonna Truth or Dare Collection

(Jaclyn wore this to one of my trunk shows and can I tell you jaws DROPPED when she walked in!)