Gift Guide: The Lux List

This is basically the dream list. 

The items that we drool over and maybe every once in awhile get our hands on. 

Almost everything on here is a classic item that will stand the test of time, so the investment will be well made. And these are the current luxury brands of the moment, but also the ones we see year after year. So if you need to forward a list, here is the one. Or even better, treat yourself. 

Bags 

1. A bucket cross body Valentino, comes in other colors / 2. A tasseled Saint Laurent Disco Bag (comes in other colors) / 3. A Gucci crossbody with detachable strap to make a clutch/satchel / 4. A Gucci phone and card case for when you are on the run / 5. The sweetest little bow bag for nights out. Also comes in black / 6. A pink Valentino clutch that is big enough for everything / 7. A classic Saint Laurent clutch to use for every night out / 8. A Balenciaga tote / 9. Love the black and white of this Gucci disco bag / 10. A  beautiful Chloe Marcie bag that comes in other colors / 11. A Saint Laurent tote to carry everything, comes in other colors  

Shoes

1. Over the knee Stuart Weitzman boots / 2. Star Saint Laurent kicks / 3. Own and love these Gucci mules / 4. Love that you can wear these Gucci loafers as mules or full loafers, comes in other colors / 5. Rocketed flats that dress up any outfit / 6. Block heel Valentino sandals. Amazing / 7. Furry Gucci velvet mules (insert heart eyes) 8. Golden Goose sneakers that everyone says are the most comfortable ever / 9. Classic Tod's driving shoes  in rich navy / 10. Wedge Isabel Marant sneakers are classic french girl cool / 11. Gucci loafers with just a little heel. Also come in leather and other colors / 12. Beautiful Valentino booties, also come in brown 

Jewelry 

A Tiffany T bracelet for her arm party / A diamond love ring / Gold Yurman hoops and come in rose gold and with diamonds

Coats

From Left: Love the shearling collar of this Canada Goose. Or the classic style is always good / A beautiful wool Burberry coat / A Moncler puffer or this one is cute too

Other gift guides to check out: 

Girl on the Go

$25 and Under

Let's Get Cozy

For the Cook 
For the Home
For the Beauty Obsessed

2016 Gift Guides

Valentino: Winter White Inspiration

Last week Valentino presented a gorgeous all white haute couture collection that was to die for. Here are a few of my personal favorites. 

Gorgeous lace mixed with mod touches and clean lines. It was so so beautiful. 

White can be so hard to pull the trigger on if you are not a bride, but it makes such a statement with minimal effort. Though Valentino may be out of range (way out), there are some options that would yes stunning for this winter. 

White coats in different shapes, but clean lines to covet. 

From Left: Loft $188 (love the soft texture) / Asos $142 (cocoon coats are the shape of the season) / Asos $123 (classic pea coat. love) / Anthropologie $398 (gorgeous shape and love the fur)

I want all of these. How chic is a white dress???

1. This MiH dress is 70% off. So gorge. $168

2. A mod swing dress, much like the Valentinos Asos $85

3. Worship this Asos sweater dress. Pair with booties. $72 

4. The lace bottom offsets the structure well on this Chalk Rider dress. $138

5. Paired with black tights, this is the perfect dress for anything. Anine Bing $200

6. this lace dress is so so pretty. Would look cute with boots. Free People $128

7. Hello NYE dress. For Love & Lemons $194

8. The easiest way to wear white. A cable sweater dress. Madewell $128

xo

Erin 

Gift Guide 2014: My List

Let's just pretend I was super good this year and Santa was going to drop off a big bag of loot, this is what would be under the tree...

1. I could use a new suit for an upcoming vacay. Love the color block with this top ($44 xs) and this bottom ($40 s). 

2. Ina Garten is my hero and this book is perfect for my life right now. Barefoot Contessa Make Ahead $35

3. This would be a dream. In need of a camel bag. Valentino $2495

4. This romper would also be a fun cover up for my trip. Shopbop $118 s

5. These flats have been on my wish list for awhile. Ferragamo $495

6. I could use a refill of my favorite cleanser. Dermalogica $25

7. This would be an upgrade from my current Camelback. bkr $35

8. This sweater would be so great for lounging around the house. Asos $56 s

9. Always in need of a sweet pajama set. Plum Pretty Sugar $48

10. This soft gray coat is perfect for the winter. J. Crew $395

11. This diamond ring set would be a great stack for my left hand. Gorjana $158

12. I live for my sleep masks and this one is so pretty. Plum Pretty Sugar $22

13. I can always use gift cards to my pilates studio. If you live in or near Barrington, try the pilates or yoga. Amazing. Tensile Strength Studio

I hope this gives you some ideas for your list as well. 

Check out my other gift guides too: 

Girl on the Go

Classic Shoes

Cozy Sweaters 

Bags to Covet 

Lovely & Lounging 

For the Home 

Statement Jewelry 

xo

Erin 

Weekend Wish: Here Comes Awards Season

Awards season officially kicked off with the People's Choice Awards on Wednesday. Certainly not one that I watch, but still like to check out the style. There were some really horrible dresses circa Prom '95, but also some cool, modern cut dresses that I hope to see more of this weekend at the Golden Globes. 

Brights are still all over the place on the red carpet, and these two ladies took it a step farther with the addition of some lace. Both trends we saw on the runway for Fall and Spring of this year. 

I love the mix of feminine fabrics and ruching with leather in Kristen Bell's dress. Nina Debrov killed it in this kelly green dress with delicate lace sleeves. The color is stunning and the accessories are perfect, nice and neutral. 

If you followed me during awards season last year, you know I am pretty harsh when it comes to the styling. These ladies show us that less is more when your dress is so loud. And pretty, loose hair with natural makeup keeps the young, young. 

My wish is that Sunday's Golden Globes (which REALLY kicks off awards season) has some looks that actually dazzle us a bit. Sometimes no one takes risks and the gowns get very pageant and boring. Would love to see all those beautiful pastel colors from the Spring '12 collections, as well as brights done in tasteful, modern ways. 

Can't wait. Happy Weekend! 

xo

Erin  

New Fall Crush

 Hello, Lover....

These Valentino studded booties with the cut out are my new shoe crush for Fall. The sleek, simple silhouette keeps them lady-like. The studs and cut out give them edge. They are also flattering with a short dress or cropped denim, which can be tough for a bootie. If you are like me, a long clean line for a leg is better then one chopped off mid-ankle. I am so very obsessed with them. Swoon.


I found this Sam Edelman pair that are quite similar with a smaller price tag. The suede is great and the studs keep the party going in the back.

Already moving on to Fall shopping. Hands down the best season to browse and purchase. What are some of your favorite Fall finds so far?


xo
Erin

You're Invited

So somehow my invitation to the royal wedding was lost in the mail. I am not sure how this happened, but I am sure it will arrive any minute now. So in the case it shows up, I wanted to be prepared with something fab to wear. I did a little research to see what one wears to such an event and found that long is almost mandatory, you must have on a curtsy appropriate dress for when you address the Queen, and you better bring it. The crowd will be posh, sophisticated, and classy. Slits up the thigh, cleavage, or back bearing dresses would be frowned upon, so leave the BeBe at home. The looks I put together are all very different, but I would sport any of them come this weekend.

Dresses from Net-A-Porter.com, Shoes from Barneys.com and ElyseWalker.com, Clutches from Barneys.com and NiemanMarcus.com

All of the dresses have some drape and an ease to them. The last thing you want to be doing in the presence of royalty is look like you are trying too hard. And because this is a wedding I wanted to make sure they all had a bit of romance to them, but a touch of edge in the accessories to chic it up a bit.

I included one of Kate's favorite designers, Issa, as I know that wearing it will make us fast friends. We will strike up a conversation about our love for comfortable, figure friendly fashion, and before I know it she will be inviting me to Anglesey for a weekend in the country with her and Wills.

Well, at least that is how I imagine it. Until that happens, I will be setting my alarm to watch with the rest of the world.

Which of these looks would you be wearing?

Cheerio!
xo
Erin