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{things i wore} leather jacket

Published February 9, 2012 | By Vittoria

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It's so hard to find the right leather jacket. In my experience they're either too long or too short, have too much hardware or too little, and fit too uncomfortably tight or too unflatteringly loose. This one gets the balance just right: I was able to snag the smallest size so it sits right on my hip, zips up snugly, and has just enough detailing to keep it interesting. I love wearing it with boots and any matching handbag I can pull from my collection. Can you ever wear too much leather at once? I don't seem to think so, especially if the textures vary like they do here.

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Pants: Low Skinny 531 Jeans, Levi's [similar styles available here]

Shirt: Short-sleeve V-neck Tee in "Heather," Victoria's Secret [$24.50, available here]

Shoes: "Tune Down" Lace-Up Ankle Boots in Black, Kenneth Cole [$99, available here]

Jacket: Double-Zip Lamb Scuba Jacket in Black, Pelle Studio [was $360, available here]

Bag: Amber Spiral Notebook Clutch in Black, Alexander Wang [$625, available here]

Jewelry: Decenario bracelet; silver bangle; studded ring [old]

 

spacer Tagged Alexander Wang, Kenneth Cole, Levi's | spacer 6 Comments

{things i wore} sienna ray & co.’s makayla bag

Published January 31, 2012 | By Vittoria

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And here it is…my contribution to Sienna Ray & Co.'s [wander]lust projec!. For those of you not familiar with this endeavor, the designers behind the gorgeous line of handbags have selected bloggers from across the country to spend a week or so with their soon-to-be released SS12 "Makayla." Part clutch and part cross-body, I had so much fun using and styling this versatile studded purse.

I love maxi skirts for so many reasons. Besides their fun silhouette, they can be transformed with accessories–flats or heels, tanks or sweaters, etc.–and in doing so be made to suit almost any occasion in any month. A normal New York winter would never allow for bare legs and sling-backs, but when the weather got unseasonably warm this past week I took my chances, putting together this look and getting an early start to a date night with my boyfriend. I built the outfit's color palette around the buttery yellow of the "Makalaya," layering nudes and neutrals for a look that suited the pale lighting of a somewhat spring-like January day.

I've left out one last but super exciting part of the [wander]lust project: in March of this year, Sienna Ray will gather the participants' posts and let all of you–our fabulously stylish readers–vote for your favorite look. The winner will get the chance to design their very own Sienna Ray handbag with the brand's founder and creative director, Natalie Kathleen. I'd die for the opportunity to work on my own bag–every girl's dream right?–so if you love my look, please let me (and Sienna Ray) know in the comments below! As always, thanks for your support! x

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Skirt: Chiffon Maxi Skirt in Taupe, h.i.p. [was $42, available here]

Sweater: Heavy-knit sweater in Cream, American Eagle Outfitters [similar style available here]

Shoes: Aria Platform Sling-backs in 'Nude Patent,' Pour La Victoire [were $250, available here]

Bag: 'Makayla' Bag in Mimosa, Sienna Ray & Co [not yet available]

Jewelry: Beaded expandable wire bangle, Alex and Ani; Channel-Set Diamond Band [gift]; Thin Gold Band with Bezel Set Diamond, Jennifer Meyer [$175, available here]; Luxe Titanium Druzy Ring, c/o Manu [$295, available here]

Nails: "French Lingerie," Rimmel

spacer Tagged Alex and Ani, American Eagle Outfitters, h.i.p., Pour La Victoire, Sienna Ray & Co. | spacer 21 Comments

{things i wore} tassel necklace

Published January 23, 2012 | By Vittoria

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While every look every day can't be inspired by someone as characteristic as Rachel Zoe, sometimes it's fun to borrow style ideas that work. I was in fact thinking of her–read: fur vest, wide-leg pants, and platform shoes– when I threw together this outfit. If your clothes themselves are going to be eye-catching, it's a good idea to keep your accessories more subdued. I love this necklace because it's just subtle enough to keep from clashing with everything else. By the way, although most of my these pieces look like they could possibly have come from the seventies, only the vintage clutch actually does.

p.s. As I'm sure you've realized by now, I adore makeup. I put together this eye and lip combo with some gorgeous mark cosmetics (see below) courtesy of the lovely Amanda Goodhue. And guess what? You can win your own amazing mark products right here on The Beautiful Things! Check back later today to enter to win x

 

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Pants: Wide Leg Jeans, Levi's [similar styles available here]

Vest: Fur Vest in Brown, H&M

Shirt: Perfect-fit long-sleeve tee, in Black, J.Crew [$24.50, available here]

Shoes: Tifanni in Black Suede, Steve Madden [were $129, available here]

Bag: Brown leather clutch [vintage]

Jewelry: Mixed Media Necklace, c/o Amanda Goodhue at mark  [$18, available here]

Eyes: On The Dot in "Neutral," c/o Amanda Goodhue at mark [$16, similar style available here]

Lips: Juice Gems in "Juicy Snow Peach," c/o Amanda Goodhue at mark [$7.50, available here]

 

spacer Tagged J. Crew, Levi's, mark, Rachel Zoe, Steve Madden, vintage | spacer 19 Comments

{things i wore} rouched leather clutch

Published January 18, 2012 | By Vittoria

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I used to think of clutches as inherently formal but some time ago I broadened my horizons by wearing them with more casual looks. This bag by Louloubelle is one of those perfect pieces that can go both ways and be dressed up or down. It's really no wonder that it showed up on Roztayger, a sleek online boutique of impeccably chosen modern accessories (its founder Elizabeth Jeffer studied Art History and was based in NYC so I can't help but connect with her vision). Louloubelle is a brand to watch: conceived by Louise O'Leary, an Irish designer that uses Italian materials, its pieces are eloquently simple but also whimsical and unique (in fact only one-hundred copies of each creation are made every season, keeping them all limited-edition). While I adore this clutch for its supple leather and roominess, one of my best not-so-secret secrets is my love of the color purple so its trim alone won me over.

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Pants: Low Skinny 531 Jeans, Levi's [similar styles available here]

Jacket: "Severt" Twill Anorak Jacket in Olive, Jack by BB Dakota [$82, available here]

Shirt: Short-sleeve V-neck Tee in "White," Victoria's Secret [$24.50, available here]

Sweater: Heavy-knit sweater in Cream, American Eagle Outfitters [similar style available here]

Shoes: Ballet flats in Nude, Nine West [similar style available here]

Bag: 'Robyn' Acacia Leather Clutch Bag in Olive/Eggplant, Louloubelle, c/o Louloubelle and Roztayger [was $308, available here]

Jewelry: Channel-Set Diamond Band [gift]; Thin Gold Band with Bezel Set Diamond, Jennifer Meyer [$175, available here]

Nails: "Purple Rain," Rimmel

spacer Tagged American Eagle Outfitters, BB Dakota, Jennifer Meyer, Levi's, Louloubelle, Nine West, Roztayger | spacer 5 Comments

{things i wore} riding boots

Published January 13, 2012 | By Vittoria

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When you live in New York City, sometimes you feel the need to get away from its hustle and bustle for a while. I recently spent a lovely weekend in Pennsylvania– NY's less hectic and thereby more relaxing neighbor–and enjoyed some fresh air, lots of shopping, and taste-tests of some locally-made specialties (new guilty pleasure: whoppie pies). These riding boots kept me warm and comfy for all of my outings. I've wanted a beige blazer for ages–this oversized one was the perfect surprise Christmas present from my sister.

What do you think? What's your favorite destination spot to just get away from it all? And do you turn to riding boots to stay stylishly comfortable on your winter trips?

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Pants: Low Skinny 531 Jeans, Levi's [similar styles available here]

Blazer: Open Front Blazer in Beige, [$28, Forever 21, similar style available here]

Shirt: 1×1 Ribbed Long Sleeve V-Neck Top in Black, Splendid [$50, available here]

Scarf: Fringed Scarf in Black, H&M

Bag: Village Small Triangle Tote in Black, Cole Haan [was $325, no longer available]

Shoes: Riding boots in Black, Banana Republic

Jewelry: Tiara Diamond Band in White Gold, Ice [$395, available here]; Expandable Wire Bangle in Silver, Alex and Ani

Nails: "Hot Cocoa," Rimmel

spacer Tagged Alex and Ani, Banana Republic, Cole Haan, Forever21, Levi's, Splendid | spacer 12 Comments

{things i wore} patterned clutch

Published January 6, 2012 | By Vittoria

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I adore patterned fabrics, especially when they're eye-catching but not super busy. This clutch from Hudson+Bleecker gets the balance just right and I really like the pairing of black with yellow and gray. Because I loved the unique ikat print so much I got a bit creative– the bag is designed to hold shoes for travel (how perfect is that?) but I just folded it over to hold my daily essentials. Hudson+Bleecker is definitely a company worth checking out: inspired by modern travel (its owners just returned from Morocco…check out the gorgeous pictures on their blog), their products are made in New York City, highly functional, and all perfectly patterned. Plus, a percentage of their sales go to charitable causes, so shopping the brand is win-win. 

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Pants: Jeggings in Red, American Eagle Outfitters [$44.50, available here]

Shirt: 1×1 Ribbed Long Sleeve V-Neck Top in Black, Splendid [$50, available here]

Bag: Isabelline Nouveau, c/o Hudson+Bleecker [$34, available here]

Shoes: Balnit Peep-Toe Slingbacks, Aldo [were $110, available here]

Jewelry: Studded Leather Wrap Bracelet, Banana Republic; Expandable Wire Bangle in Silver, Alex and Ani; Luxe Titanium Druzy Ring, c/o Manu [$295, available here]

Nails: "Bowery Black," N.Y.C. New York Color

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{things i wore} studded spiked bag

Published December 27, 2011 | By Vittoria

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