The Wu Effect

A new epidemic is sweeping the nation, no it's not a flu or a crazy teen idol (love you Beibs!) it's Wu, Jason Wu.  Jason Wu is an accomplished, pocket sized new designer with a very BIG effect on the world of fashion.  Worn and adored by first lady Michelle Obama, models like Karlie Kloss and Chanel Iman, and celebs like Katie Holmes and Camille Belle it is no denying the effect of Wu's clothes.  His collections have been described as "uptown", "girly girl", and "season-less", and his clothes are just that.  This year's Fall RTW 2011 collection was for lack of a better word, flawless.  Full feathered frocks, layered crystals, a Marie Antoinette flaire, and this year's hot lace trend in full effect were all prevalent in every look.  To top it off there were many subtle hints of elegance like 24 Karat Gold painted ponytails && elegant polka dot tights, it is official that Jason Wu is quickly becoming this girl's fave! 

 { Two of my faves: Wu with model Karlie Kloss }

{ 24 K hair, nails and eyeshadow is BEYOND amazing } 

Touche Mr. Wu, Touche! 

{ My single favorite look: Nude, crystal, feathers, tights, H2T my fave } 

{ Reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn in Sabrina (fave movie of all time) }

 { Model/Photographer Hanneli sat front row, i'm jelly belly }

Love her blog though! http://www.hanneli.com

{ Is he not the cutest thing? } 

I'm in love! 

Fur For Thought.

When I think of fur coats two images come to mind, angry PETA protests && old, pepper haired women leaving brunch in their long brown minks. Now the Fall runway has been paved in textures like feathers, silks and yes furs, but fair warning these are not your grandma's furs. Buck up buttercup and prepare for Fall's furs that have so much to offer.  Ombre fabulosity, long hair gorgeousness, navy blue amazingfulness, furs are here. I am gunna spare you my mediocre commentary of the furs and let you ponder the pics yourself for a brief moment of fur for thought.

Five Fab Things

Its always the little things in life that make a world of difference.  And here are just five fantastic little random things that make me smile or just make my day just a smidge better! 

P.S. Tomorrow I will update all my belles on all things NYFW! Designers to come: Jason Wu, Peter Som, Ruffian and more! 

Layered Looks && Relaxed Rags

As tents are emptied and the red carpet rolled up, day one of NYFW comes to a close.  But boy oh boy what I'd give up to be there for the multiple launch parties tonight! Snap out of it Gwen! Okay SO, I was so relieved to see soft fabrics, heavy knits, and layers, layers, layers. Fall, to me, always means harsh leather, hard looks, and black and browns, I love it when I'm wrong...Hemlines are dropped and cableknit sweaters were piled at St. John, BCBG Max Azria && Steven Alan, which was unexpected in the absolute best way. My fave look of the day came from St. John with a long sequin pewter skirt, cashmere sweater, toped of with a saddle brown gloves and belt! I never knew that two of my most favorite things, equestrian style and sequins, could be combined like that! Bloody Brilliant! But the following looks were all my top picks of the day and have some element of layering or a relaxed fabric moment. Enjoy Belles!

STAY TUNED FOR ALL THINGS NYFW!