My Picks: Open Back Tops

Popping up everywhere are open back tops of all sorts, ranging from light knits, chunky sweaters, silk tops, cottone tees, you name it!

This trend is all about simplicity with details.  Who knew that a cut in the back of your sweater can look so chic?  A slight slit has never looked so good and everyone will be bringing ‘sexy back’ as JT would say.

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Zara Sweater with Zip at the Back

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Zara Jumper with Opening at the Back

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Zara Square Cut Open Back Sweater

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Aritzia Wilfred Pyramides Blouse

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Aritzia Wilfred Filles Blouse

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Aritzia Talula Larchmont Sweater

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Aritzia Wilfred Anvers T-Shirt

Closet Staple: Black Skinnies

I love leggings for their comfort and effortlessness, but there is the problem with having to wear a long shirt because camel-toes are a big NO-NO!  It also walks the fine line as being workout apparel/sleepwear/loungewear rather than being pants.  Don’t get me wrong – I love wearing leggings but they can not be worn with a shirt any shorter than your crotch.

The solution? Black skinnies!  When I say skinnies, I mean both in jeans and jeggings (jean + legging) form.  I do prefer the latter because they have the zipper/button closure (like real pants should) but are comfortable and stretchy at the same time.

See how versatile they are? Wear them with anything & everything:

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Black Skinnies are pretty much my go-to right now because how easily it can be styled.  It can be translated from a casual outfit to a date night outfit with different top, jacket and accessories that you choose.

In the market for the perfect pair of skinnies?

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J Brand – Definitely the splurge of the two, however these super stretch denim is as comfortable as they get!  If you want to invest in a good pair to wear often, these will be the durable ones to get.

Zara – The Steal and my personal favourite!  This pair fits like a glove from hip to ankle and doesn’t break the bank. With a size zipper detail, it’s eat to dress them up and down.

WISH LIST FW2012

With the fall creeping up around the corner, of course there’s a new list a wants & needs… I’m going to behave this season and be a good girl.  HOWEVER, I couldn’t help but dream a little :)  Here’s some amazing things you might not want to miss out on this season:

  • You can never have enough Button-up Blouses!
  • Zara Antik Messenger Bag: so structured & studded!
  • T. Babaton Bennett Dress is perfect to wear to the office or out on a dinner date
  • Michael Kors Bracelet: I love this!
  • Ankle boots with leopard print accent
  • Chunky Knit Sweater/Cardigan: DUH
  • Wax coated skinnies & burgundy color skinnies

Affordable Tweed Blazers & Jackets

Club Monaco Lana Jacket

Club Monaco Bria Jacket

Zara Fantasy Fabric Blazer 

Zara Wool Cardigan with Metal Cording

H&M Tweed Blazer

H&M Tweed Blazer with Zippers

Get Her Look: Ashley Olsen (NYC)

Ashley Olsen is one of my favorites to get style inspirations from, along with MK.  She’s always well put together and uses minimal colors in her outfits but uses other details to make a subtle statement.  This Olsen twin perfectly defines COMFY-CHIC with her style.  Here’s some ideas to recreate her outfit below in two  variations:

 

  • Ray Ban Aviators
  • Doctor Style Bag: Ashley’s carrying her own line, The Row – here’s a Zara alternative 
  • Romwe Gradient Effect Shirt – get here
  • T. Babaton Elliot Pants (left) – get here
  • T. Babaton Cohen Pants (right)
  • Black Oxfords
  • Miu Miu Loafers – get here
  • Neutral Print Scarf

July Favorites

Clockwise from top left

  • HBMIC Snail Aqua EGF Sleep Cream
  • Revlon Colorstay 12 Hour eyeshadow quad
  • American Eagle white denim shortie (get similar)
  • Aldo Rise Preen heels (get here)
  • Stella & Dot luna wrap bracelet (get here)
  • Zara double zip bag (get similar)
  • Marc by Marc Jacobs Turnlock studs

Best 10 under $60 from the ZARA Sale:

Floral Satin Blazer – season’s staple

Hot Pink Blazer – statement piece

Tuxedo inspired Blazer

Lace Kimono – perfect for layering

Sleeveless Button up Dress – One of my Faves

Simple Sleeveless Dress

How can you say no to python + chain strap?

All the neutral colors in one!

Beautiful cobalt blue – easy for color blocking

Basic Black heel that’s not too low or high