baby it's cold outside

assuming the weather in Austin ever drops below 100+ degrees, I am dying to get my hands on fall must have #2 (ok #2 and #3  but similar categories so I'm combining): vests and peplum jackets. I have endless theories on fashion one of which is that a girl can never have too many jackets. I myself have a closet full of fabulous (some of which are far too thick to ever wear in this city) coats that rarely make it out save for a few "ice" days and of course NY vacays. this season's peplum jackets are insanely chic and are absolutely something I need several of. I use the word "need" a lot, but never loosely. I need all of these things. obviously. and vests, well vests I just like in general for any season so I figured they could piggy back on the jackets. 

Forever 21--$29.80

H&M--$90

LaRok--$278

Erin Wasson--$209

Ronny Kobo--$219

**Needless to say I know where my next paycheck is going...

what a stud

since fashion week is upon us (just a few short weeks away!) I've decided that I will be sharing my fall must haves with you all. I'm dying to see what the forecast for spring 2010 is, but for now I'm searching for some great fall staples for my wardrobe. one thing I simply can't live with out this fall is studs. I want them...on everything. here are a few accessories that I've been lusting after:

the Botkier "studio" clutch is the perfect accessory for a night out. I love love love Botkier in general, but this super soft leather envelope bag is one of my faves.  and best of all, at $98 it really won't break the bank. It's a great staple that you can use a million times over.

You can find this fab bag here.

I need, like more than food or water need, these studded platform Steve Madden's. check out the heel on these babies! buy them here....but not before I get my hands on them.

ladies meet the Alexander Wang "Coco" mini duffle. she's soft with a bit of an edge and definitely a bag you want to have for fall. any fashionista planning on carrying this baby better start saving now because it carries a hefty price tag; $895 to be exact. is she worth it? totally.

I have a little project in the works and assuming it works out, (theres a 50/50 chance really) I will most definitely be sharing it here. stay tuned....

I die

ok, so her catch phrases are immensely annoying and her staff overly dramatic...but...I'm psyched about the new season of The Rachel Zoe Project!! I mean, come on, the woman has impeccable taste. the new season starts august 24th and of course I will be watching. 

don't judge me. we all have our vices. 

I think I love you

I'll admit...I've never been the biggest fan of J Crew (I'll pause for the collective gasp). however, and this is where I hope to redeem myself, I am falling in love with their fall fashion. that being said, I probably won't be dropping nearly $100 on these tops I do plan on utilizing all upcoming sales to snag a few of these gems.

this petal top paired with a pencil skirt and a cardigan? tres chic!

long cardigans are definitely at the top of my list of must haves for fall.

I'm hoping for one of two things: major sales at J Crew...or....random out of nowhere bonus at work?. probable? no. but a girl can dream.

**all of the fab frocks listed above can of course be found here.