Runway. Vogue Way. My Way!

Wow I feel so clever! I mean the concept of taking something you see on a runway or in Vogue and interpreting it in the real world is just beyond original. Please tell me you are sensing my sarcasm because I worked really hard on it.

So maybe this isn't a world changing idea but it seemed amazing at three in the morning when I thought of it, so I am going to go with it. And it will be wonderful and you will love it.

I bought my Vogue two days ago and fell in love with the editorial,"For King and Country." Of course I did ;it was styled by Grace Coddington. If you don't know who she is, go look her up because her work is just so perfect. Not only was I drawn to this spread because of her, but also because I wish I could walk around in tweed suits, Fair Isle, and English hillside garb. However when I am true to myself, I know I can't. My heart is more Alexander Wang bitch-wear than tea and crumpets. I can dream though, can't I?
NormaJean

Prada Resort 2011

Vogue Nov. 2010 "For King & Country"

Marc by Marc Jacobs Cardigan,  T by Alexander Wang T Shirt, Trouve Leather Shorts,
Steve Madden Trouser, Versace Medusa Bag

Rebecca Minkoff

Forever 21 look

D&G Sweater Dress

Vampires, Witches, & Ghosts...OH MY!!!

In the spirit of perhaps on of the most beloved holidays I bring to you a special Halloween post.

Granted I (NormaJean) am not a huge fan of this holiday, mostly because I find it perfectly acceptable to wear a skull ring, pretend I am a vampire, and do ghostly heroin chic makeup anytime of year. However, it must be said that ysELLE thinks that this holiday deserves a dramatic costume (Marilyn) and lots of honor.

I procrastinated writing this post hoping that Halloween would come and go and I wouldn't have to show people my amazing little Halloween inspired articles of clothing. After all, I plan to wear mine all year long and not for a couple of days, but then I stumbled upon inspiration!

OH FRENCH VOGUE! You are so much more risque then your American original. You never fail to get me in the mood. When you unleashed your Halloween extravaganza you gave me endless Halloween inspiration.

    

So now that I am inspired we put together some super cute accessories for Halloween, or for anytime if you're brave!

rabbit fur coat

I originally set out to post my top twelve favorite outerwear items for fall. I was inspired by the rain and the recent need for a sweater. As I was compiling my picks for best jackets, I realized that all I was doing was picking furs. So scratch the best all around jackets and let's welcome in the FUR.

I am a huge fan of vintage furs; however, I tried to mix it up with some faux furs so that everyone can get themselves a fur to rock this wet weekend.

TOP ROW: Vanessa Bruno Fur Trim Vest, Elizabeth & James Two Piece Jacket, Helmut Lang Vest

Models Top Row: Trouve Faux Leopard Jacket, Alice&Olvia Faux Vest, Forever 21 Cropped Faux Jacket,  Shipley& Hamlos Crop Jacket. Models bottom Row: Zara Sweater with Faux Trim, Forever 21 Caplet. 

Just remember when entering the land of fur: start small and keep the rest of your outfit simple. Though wearing sequins, fur and lace is acceptable on the runway, in the real world you will get looked up and down.  In fact its so close to halloween they might tell you to take your costume off.

Bell of the Ball

Yes I know that I am about three months late for professing my undying love for Miu Miu Fall/Winter 2010, BUT I am in love now. The hottest item was the Sparrow mary jane seen here.

HOWEVER the item that makes my heart swoon is the Miu Miu Bell Bottom Pant. I can not get enough of these pants. Talk about a pair pants that will go down in History!!!

Picture courtesy of the Glamourai

the first signs of fall

The first signs of fall have finally arrived! I thought California was going to be in summer all year long at the rate we were going.  Thanks to the cloudy day and the hope for rain we will share one of our favorite fall trends, Over the Knee Socks. I know the first thought that comes to mind is Lolita, but think school girl chic not burlesque dancer.

One of our all time favorite duos B&S 

Cynthia Steffe RTW Fall 2010

From www.textileglobal.com