My Latest Fall Fashion Obsession

The monochrome trend has been huge in fashion this year and is still a must have for Fall/Winter 2013. Black and white seem to be the must have colors for the season. Wear them solo for a chic tonal look or combine these classic hues for high-contrast drama with a timeless undertone. For even more drama I like to pair my black and white outfits with red accessories. Black and white ensembles work well with pretty much any colored accessory you could think of. Red is my favorite accent to black and white clothing because it is so vibrant and instantly adds a touch of sexy edge that still feels sophisticated. Below you will find some of my favorites fashion picks for creating a similar black, white and red outfit.

Black and White Leggings

Black & White Skull Leggings, Black & White Abstract Leggings, Fleece Lined Leggings

As I'm sure you already know, leggings are a wardrobe staple year-round and especially during fall and winter. I could practically live in leggings when it is cold outside because there is just something about cold weather that makes me want be in my pajamas all day... leggings are the next best option and way more fashionable. When it is extra chilly outside I will layer my leggings for extra warmth. I own a couple pairs of fleece lined leggings and they feel so amazing against my skin in the wintertime. Leggings can also help make your legs appear longer and leaner since they sit so close to the skin... for added effect put away those knee-high boots and reach for ankle-booties instead.

Miss New Bootie

1. Christian Louboutin Daf Bootie,  2. Kristin Cavallari Lavish Bootie,  3. Saint Laurent Bootie,  

4. Valentino Rain Boot,  5. Diane Von Furstenberg Zip-Trim Bootie,  6. Shoe Cult Impact Bootie.

Boots are everywhere in the fall and winter months... but red booties... red booties are only for the true fashionistas and fashion risk-takers of this world. You know what they say, "No risk, no reward." So go for it! Red booties are a statement shoe that you wont soon forget or regret. You can wear them with your monochomatic outifts and other neutrals like nudes and leopard print. Yes, leopard print is considered a neutral color these days and happens to be one of my faves! The perfect red bootie will also be your fave come holiday season! Add some festive color to your LBD or dress up jeans and a sweater for family time.

Red Alert: Handbags

Red Quilted Clutch, Red Quilted Handbag, Red Snakeskin Bowler Bag, Red Quilted Shoulder Bag.

Red handbags are eye catching and totally sexy! Carry your stuff in style this season with one of the above bags. These beautiful red handbags are on trend with their luxurious and animal friendly fabrics of faux snakeskin and quilted vegan leather. It is really hard to choose a favorite.

Top it Off!

Red Heart Necklace, Red Key Necklace, Red Triangle Necklace.

Quite possibly the easiest option for a statement accessory is a bold red bauble! Red accessories require little commitment and usually offer lower price points than say a pair of shoes or a handbag. If you're a little nervous about trying bright red heels or a vibrant red purse then ease into this brilliant color with a red necklace, single toned clothing (think all white or all black, etc) and matching red nail polish. 

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Baby I'm a Star: Leather Pencil Skirt Outfit

I shot these outfit pics when I was on vacation in New York. I have a major city crush on New York City. I love watching TV shows or movies that are shot in NYC because the city is just so full of life; bursting with things to do, gorgeous views and amazing culture... and tons of amazing locations to shoot pictures!

Leather fashion is in full effect for Fall & Winter 2013. You'll be seeing the typical must-haves like leather moto jackets, leather boots and purses but the real fashionistas will have unique leather options in their wardrobe repertoire. Designers have really taken leather to a whole new level this season. You will see many more feminine silhouette options to choose from this year like leather A-line dresses, leather peplum tops, leather pants and skirts. Many designers are even using animal friendly vegan leather and faux leather.

My orange leather pencil skirt is not even leather at all. It is a man-made vegan leather and comes with a much lower price tag than real leather. It is available from I'm Haute for $27.99, which I think is a steal for such a statement piece. The look, feel & fit to this vegan leather pencil skirt is top notch. There is a bit of stretch to the skirt which I love because stretch allows items to fit like they were tailored for you. This is not the type of pencil skirt that you wear to the office. This is a pencil skirt that you wear to make a fashion statement and turn heads. The color is the most perfect shade of rust orange, it reminds me of the falling leaves outside. 

I wanted to really let the pencil skirt be the focal point of this outfit so I kept my additional pieces, for the most part, solid white.This skirt was practically made for a crop top so I chose this timeless white chiffon and lace number. These items are both made of a luxe fabric in a solid color which helps them compliment each other. I like that just the slightest amount of midriff shows which really highlights the scalloped lace edge of the crop top and the tailored waist finish of the pencil skirt.

For accessories I am wearing my white Betsy Johnson watch that a good friend gave me for my birthday last year. It is my favorite watch that I own. I am carrying my White Multi-Color Monogram Louis Vuitton Courtney Clutch. Classic white pumps finish off my look. I actually need a new pair of white pumps, I've had these ones for three to four years and they've seen better day. They are just so comfortable that I'm reluctant to part with them.

What I'm Wearing:

I'm A Star Vegan Leather Pencil Skirt- I'm Haute- available here

White Chiffon & Lace Crop Top- I'm Haute- available here

White and Gold Watch- Betsy Johnson

White Multi-Color Monogram Courtney Clutch- Louis Vuitton

White Peep Toe Pumps- Quipid

Photography by: Mark Wiggin

Fall in Love with Color

Mixing textures and hues for a fun California Fall Outfit 

I can't believe that it is October already. I keep seeing pictures of scarves and boots and I'm longing to get bundled up in some true fall fashions. However, the California weather has a different plan. I can't complain too much, summer is my favorite season so who am I to hurry up the mild west coast seasons? Fall weather will eventually be in full swing and I'll have plenty of time to bundle up.

Some of my favorite things about fall fashion are the rich colors and fabrics. Knits are my favorite to wear because I'm almost always cold and love to be comfy. I got this coral knitted tank top a couple weeks ago from TartCollections and have been dying to wear it! It is actually a rather transitional piece. It works great as a bikini cover-up in summertime and can help add warmth via layering in fall and winter. I layered it over my trusty lime green dress that I have had for seven years. Which just goes to prove that certain items never really go out of style.

This classic dress has a bit of a retro vibe. It is a blend of soft and light sweater fabric, pleated silk chiffon and hand-sewn bead trim. Green is projected to be the "it color" this season so I figured that I better ease myself into this trend. My closet doesn't have very many green options, which could be one of the reasons I've held onto this muted lime green dress for so long. Certain greens can be rather hard to pull off but the muted almost pastel shade of this dress is easy on the eyes and easily paired with other colors.

The open knitted tank looks great over this lime green dress because it is a muted shade as well. They complement each other because they both feature solid dusty hues. For added bonus perfect for fall, this combination is super rich in texture.

I added even more color to this ensemble through my accessories and shoes. I've always loved lime green and turquoise together. You could just as easily finish this look off with nude shoes and a long gold necklace. As it happens, I just threw my nude shoes away and haven’t yet found a replacement. They were faux suede and scuffed to the nines! I’m super OK with all the color going on here anyways. Fall fashion can have the tendency to get bland and monochromatic which definitely can’t be said about this colorful outfit!

What I'm Wearing:

Coral Knit High-Low Top- Tart Collections

Lime Green Dress- mine since 2006

Turquoise Jewelry- I'm Haute

Turquoise Heels- Quipid