MAJOR Mixed Media

 Let me first just say, it is miserable to have 4 tests during NYFW.  I have neglected my poor Belle, but then again momma always said "school first comes first", well scratch that my mom would want me to put fashion first most likely.  Moving right along some of my most favorite designers have showed in the past few days and love is not a strong enough word.  Houses like Derek Lam, Michael Kors, DVF, Tibi, Halston && more have been so amazing.  Even more amazing is the eclectic essence of all sorts of fabrics and media, every luxe fabric you could possibly think of.  Lace, knit, fur, sequence, leather, it is all in one look and making sweet, sweet music.  Alice + Olivia was the starting point of my obsession of the mix of fabrics for fall.   Let's see fur...check, sequin...double check, all I need is some leather pants and I am set for the look below.  Let me also add I am currently accepting donations for said leather pants. Let's hit the looks, and some fab mixed media artwork thrown in there as well. 

 {Alice + Olivia}

 {Alice + Olivia}

 {Badgley Mischka}

 {Band of Outsiders}

 {Carlos Miele}

 {DVF}

 {Douglas Hannant}

 {Tracy Reese}

 

 {Tracy Reese}

  {Tracy Reese}

 {Alexander Wang}

 {Altuzarra}

 {Tory Burch}

{Vera Wang}

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!