Trend Alert: Patterned Pants

Patterned pants have been everywhere this season, and they are a fun way to add some pop to your outfit. To be clear, they are most definitely not for everyone. It takes some gall to strut down the street in a pair of brightly colored zig zag pants, but if you're up for a challenge, grab a pair of add a simple tee and platforms to finish off the look. Check out some of my personal favorites below (including a pair of Missoni shorts because, let's face it, pants in Texas at the moment are totally impractical).

Cielo boyfriend pocket tee

Steve Madden Felicite

Missoni Ocean Multi Color Zig Zag Knitted Shorts

Tucker Printed Silk Harem Pants

These silk gems are not for beginners, but would look fab with a pair platform sandals (think a little Jeffrey Campbell) and a tight black tee.

Mara Hoffman Cheetah Slouch Pant

Animal prints are always a fun way to add a pop, and a good way to ease into prints.

BCBG Kiara Cropped Pant

This tribal print will make a statement, but can be totally versatile!

HUGE Outnet sale! Get it while it's hot.

The Outnet is having an awesome sale on all things designer. Everything from sunnies to evening gowns are 85% off and going fast. I snagged a bright yellow Alice and Olivia blouse and a pair of James jeans for under $30 a piece! Insane. Obviously with those prices, everything is going fast so head over to see if your size is still available. If it is buy it, and do it fast. If you're not already a member you can join here. Good luck!

Introducing Stylemint

The Olsen twins have finally launched their new website, Stylemint, geared at giving customers personal style tips based on a short survey taken when you sign up. The site features 8 t-shirt designs that were created by the twins themselves, and retail for $29.99. This is a great deal for a piece personally designed by the Olsen twins, who's other line, The Row, starts around the $225 range. Assuming the site does well, they are set to branch out to knits and sweaters in the coming months...just in time for winter! Head on over and sign up to find out which tee suits you!

I'm back ya'll

I'm finally back after a rather long hiatus. Check back for lots of updates!

Will Return Soon

FYI I've been sick all week thanks to a not-so-fun allergic reaction, so no blogging for this girl. Keep an eye out for new posts soon though. I'll be up and running as soon as I'm better!

NY Fashion Week Fall 2011: Marchesa

I feel like I need to preface this post by telling you that there are TONS of images to follow because, well I just couldn't bear to cut many looks out of this absolutely beautiful collection. I mean this is the stuff of dreams... quite literally in my case. This season as always, Marchesa designers Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig played with volume but mixed it up with leather cut-outs on lace, intricate beading, and deconstructed silk. What appears to be beautiful lace details and inserts throughout the collection, is actually elaborately embroidered crystals and pearls-an expensive choice, but so worth it. Victorian influences were apparent here again with high-neck collars, and, like Prabal Gurung, Chapman and Craig have said that they were inspired by Great Expectations this time around. Colors included lavenders, cream, and pops of red and black. Shades of porcelain tulle layered to create ruffles, and skirts effortlessly pooled on the ground were the highlights of the show. Sky-high Louboutins were paired with dainty beaded socks to finish off the decadent looks. The drama was out of this world, and the beauty of this collection will be lost on no one. Their A-list clientele will not be disappointed, and we can definitely plan on seeing some of these dresses again on the red carpet very soon.

NY Fasion Week Fall 2011: Rebecca Taylor

The 1970's was the name of the game at the Rebecca Taylor show this week, from the hair down to the brown nail polish the line screamed retro chic, and I for one am loving it. As a side note, OPI painted the model's nails in none other than the shade "Suzi Loves Cowboys" which, if you read my earlier blog is one of the 12 colors in the Texas line from OPI (score one for Tejas)! The Parisien nightclubs of the seventies was where Taylor drew inspiration for this line, creating looks that were cozy enough for fall, yet insanely chic. Her nod to the decade included shear organza trousers with floral prints paired with long lurex tunics, chiffon maxi skirts, and shearling details. Chunky, sometimes barely there, knits were prominent, as were sparkly tops. The color palette was filled with cool blues, smoky grey, magenta, and lavender. I can't find a single thing wrong with this collection. Now if only I could get my paws on a few of these pieces for myself...