D A R K N A I L S . It's my thing.

Call me a creature of habit, but when it comes to my nails I like them dark. A L W A Y S . Here are my silly reasons why 1. I think it makes me look older and 2. It's Chic. My favorites shades are 'Lincoln Park After Dark' and this week's winner 'You Don't Know Jacques!'. Originally I tried to talk myself into a red to go a festive direction but sometimes change freaks me out, so Jacques! won. It has a grey/brownish hue to it which equals fall to me. Chic Fall. I'm also a fan of any O P I polish in particular because painting my own nails stresses me out due to the fact that my patients will run out if I can't manage to keep the paint on my nail and not all over my skin - luckily their brushes are the best and wide so you can cover your whole nail in basically two strokes. And my mom let me borrow this magical fast-dry top coat so my nails are officially looking good for the week ahead.

Now to start think about my turkey day outfit.

Stay tune. xx

     

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FPME - I need a favor!! Hearts to Home Office

Oh wow I have not posted in quite some time... 

I am looking for some help from anyone (and everyone) who loves fashion, shopping, 

style, and the brand Free People!!

I am reach out in the hopes you may help me in trying to receive a trip back to Philly next month 

to visit the corporate Free People home office ( which is a huge dream of mine!! ).

I am seeking help through the internet because I currently work 40 hours and sadly am unable 

to see anyone lately because I have been putting 120% of my time into my job // 

on top of my boyfriend currently being away at the Rim Fire (Yosemite, California) 

so my off time is spent taking care of our dogs.

I hope you can find a little time to help me out // To me this is much more than a contest, 

it would be more of a blessing! I worked extremely hard to get my Free People job 

(persisting for over a month for even an interview) and then stepping up the past fews months 

to help manage our store in time of need, this would literally mean so much to me!!

This is the Last Week of the contest and I have found out that I am in the 11th spot 

and need to make it into the top 5!! So it is possible!!

The contest is working like this - I have 10 recent style pictures from the month of August 

and those are the only pictures that count, and I need to receive over 100 hearts on each. 

If each of us liked all 10 I would absolutely land in the top 5 without a doubt. 

If in anyway I can help promote or support any important project or dream of your's that 

comes your way please let me know!! I TRULY appreciate to support!!

You do have to create an FPME username but I stand solely behind this brand 

and know you will not receive ridiculous spam. // 

We have a little something for everyone, I promise! 

Check out our thermals, sweaters, jackets, 

and boots for fall.. super cute!

Thank you so much!!!

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Can We Talk: NYFW (over-load!)

(Marc by Marc Jacobs FW 2013)

(Theyskens' Theory FW 2013)

(Diane von Furstenberg FW 2013)

(Alice + Olivia FW 2013)

(Karen Walker FW 2013)

all images via Style.com

I hope you haven't been living under a rock for the past week.. BECAUSE it's NYFW!! I definitely went pin crazy today with some of my favorites that have come down the runway. Even though I'm all the way in California, I have been day-dreaming that I was there trekking it through Nemo to all the fabulous shows. It is a goal of mine to one day be there!! I'll be the chick sitting within the first two rows at Marc Jacobs/ Marc by Marc Jacobs ((on the bucketlist)) - decked out in MJ because I have become an MJ snob. I am in complete envy of all the lucky ladies that I follow on Instagram that have been attending all week. To see these gorgeous shows in person has to be Ahh.mazingggg!

I'm obsessed with all of the feminine details. Knits, Furs, Silks, Done.

I'll take all the heels and boots. One of each bag. Karen Walker sunnies, and all the outerwear. 

Fall is definitely my favorite season, and I would have no problem going broke to fill my closet up.

Did you have a favorite show?! Were you one of the lucky one's to be there?!

If so, can we be BFFs like now.

Happy Tuesday. xx  

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Bun Head.

(Outfit: top - Nordstrom BP, bandeau - Free People, pants - H&M, wedges - Target, and bag - Marc by Marc Jacobs)

I'm not going to lie, I always wished that my mom had put me into ballet as a little girl. The Top-knot is my favorite type of bun right now and I have gotten pretty good at making it nice and big. I'm thinking rocking a tutu and my top-knot for Halloween might be a consideration this year.

Pictures taken by KMS Photography. 'Like' her facebook page if you like what you have been seeing around here.   

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Favorite Things.

(Outfit: top - Target, cuffed jeans - Nordstrom BP, and watch - Marc by Marc Jacobs sale on Rue La La )

A few of my favorite things: SEPTEMBER ISSUES, Starbucks, and Smalls ♥

Magazine 101 - September Issues are the holiest-of-holiest issues, FASHION BIBLES , fall survival guides for all fashionistas.
I pick up all of my copies down the street at Barnes & Noble and I'm pretty sure the guy at the counter thinks I'm crazy - But as a Fashion Marketing Graduate (holler!) these aren't just magazines.. they are like textbooks, and my time spent flipping through them is research. My Vogue copy is not in this shoot but it is amazing and I highly recommend picking it up. I plan on sharing more about these glossies once I finish them during recovery the next couple of days, so stay tuned.


I want to thank KMS Photography for these great shots. She did a wonderful job don't you think?!
You can check out her facebook page here.

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Side-note: I will be in surgery this morning.. and although I know that this is a pretty simple operation, I can't help but feel nervous. 

I hope to bounce back quickly with no complications - fingers crossed. I know that I'm in good hands.

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Bright.

Images via: Lululemon // Nike // Nordstrom

Neons are big this summer, especially in activewear. I have been dying over these Nike Free Runs for a while now and finally decided to splurge (they will be arriving this week). There is seriously something totally motivating about a bright, cheerful pink - right?!
So with one of my new goals to push myself to get my fit on, I'm certain these beauties will help me put on a smile and get it done.
Do you have any secret weapons (like bright shoes) to help you get motivated to hit the gym?

I'm definitely ready to tone up, and in style.

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Decisions.

Dresses: 1. River Island Cocoon Skirted Dress with Bow Back - ASOS // 2. ASOS Petite Exclusive Tulip Dress with Textured Stripe - ASOS // and 3. Summer Fun Dress - Free People.

With my college graduation less than 30 days away, I have been on a mission to find the perfect little summer dress to wear to the ceremony (under my gown). I love the current tulip-shape trend, floral prints, and pops of colors - So now I need to make a final decision between the top three. I think I have already decided on a nude sandal from Free People, and I'll probably just wear my gold Maya Brenner 'L' necklace with a few bangles to finish off my outfit. 

I love to get your opinion, which dress do you like better?? 

       

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Denim.

Outfit: Shirt - Anthropologie, Jeans - J Brand, Bag - Marc by Marc Jacobs, and gold collar - Treasure Island Flea Market (similar).

Besides the fact that my outfit is denim on denim (which I have been wanting to put together all season), it was also very late 70's. I think it was inspired by my recent obsession with Freaks and Geeks reruns - they've been on the Sundance channel all weekend. Anything with Jason Segal, Seth Rogen, and James Franco is a winner in my book. Judd Apatow sure knows what he is doing when creating shows (another obsession, Girls on HBO - anyone else hooked?). Speaking of shows... I'm also counting down to the new season of Pretty Little Liars / June 5th. What can I say, I just love their wardrobes and the continuous build up to who "A" is. Clearly my DVR and I are BFFs because I could go on and on about all the shows I watch. Do you find inspiration from any shows you watch? Favorites??

(image via here)

     

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Details.

Outfit: dress - Free People, ivory bangle - Kate Spade, and studded bangle - H&M.

Little details throughout the day make me smile. It could be something like someone saying 'have a nice day', or picking up a sweet treat from my favorite bakery. Today, it was receiving the new Free People catalog in the mail and my top-knot bun. Also, I reached my second fifteen star mark at Starbucks - which means a free drink postcard will be coming soon (if you don't have a gold card I highly recommend it). Silly to think things like that can make my day but I've learned not to take even the smallest things for granted.     

You can also find me on facebook and twitter. Let's connect ♥

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Met Glam.

Did you happen to catch the live stream of The Met Gala last night? If you didn't, I'm sure you have gone through the amazing photos already (I have a board on pinterest just for them). I can't seem to pick a favorite due to the breathtaking among of glam that everyone was rocking. Wouldn't you agree that old hollywood was truly an inspiration from the gowns, to the hair and jewels? I definitely think it was one of the more fabulous trends seen on the red carpet. I would die to wear one of these flawless pieces, everyone just looked stunning.

Who was your favorite/ or least favorite of the night? Did you enjoy the old hollywood look? I'd love to hear your thoughts.    

(All photos were collected via pinterest, original sources are 1, 2, 3, and 4)

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