Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt

This grey pencil skirt, the shining star of this outfit, has been on my fashion list for quite some time now. I literally jotted down "Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt" on my wishlist but was having a hard time coming by it. I kept seeing pictures of Kim running around town in these long, fitted and sexy pencil skirts but I couldn't find them anywhere. Finally, I was at the mall and this ruched pencil skirt was in the window! I popped into that Charlotte Russe store so fast and frantically that the sales associate seemed taken back by my enthusiasm. I bought this perfect little pencil skirt instantly, without even trying it on. I left the mall feeling like I had just accomplished something great and I felt even better when I got home and crossed "Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt" off of my fashion wishlist. Plus, just as I had imagined, it fit like a glove!

 

If there is one thing I have taken from Kim Kardashian's style it is that simplicity is elegant and timeless. I have been obsessing over all the form fitting pencil skirts and crop top outfits that Kim wears on a regular basis. This clothing combo looks fabulous on all body types and is the sophisticated type of sexy that is suitable for a wide array of age groups. As I get older I struggle with wanting to look sexy yet age appropriate. Kim Kardashian has mastered this.

Kim Kardashian has also inspired me to wear more solid colors. I feel like I've graduated from youthful or even juvenile prints to classic and chic solids. If you take notice, Kim Kardashian doesn't wear a whole lot of prints these days. She's often seen in monochrome from head to toe. While I love a monochromatic outfit, I also love color which is why I had fun with the red details in this look.

As you may know, the cause for my recent red obsession has stemmed from my beautiful new Louis Vuitton Estrella bag. It was love at first sight when I saw this cherry red beauty in the Louis Vuitton boutique. Since then, I have been collecting red shoes and clothing to match.

What I'm Wearing

Red Spaghetti Strap Top- Forever 21

Grey Kim Kardashian Pencil Skirt- Charlotte Russe

Red High Heels- AmiClubwear

Red Estrella Bag- Louis Vuitton

Red & Gold Bracelet- I'm Haute

Gold Necklace- The Icing

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Photography by: Michael Kahn

Flannel Shirt & Ripped Jeans

Here is a cute and casual outfit that is perfect for the bi-polar weather as we tradition into fall. One minute the weather feels like summer but as the sun starts to set it becomes all too obvious that warm summer nights are a thing of the past. When that happens, the comfy and cozy flannel shirt hanging from my waist can be worn traditionally to offer warmth to my bare arms.

This transitional outfit would look just as cute with your favorite pair of denim skinny jeans but I opted for my white ripped jeans because they are super stretchy, making them beyond comfortable, and I liked the edgy vibe that they bring to the look.

It's all about the accessories! Here is my beloved new bag from Louis Vuitton, the Estrella NM in Cerise or Cherry Red. My red booties match perfectly. Even though I've had these booties for years and they are a bit scuffed up I just can't bare to let them go. I've been looking for a pair of red booties just as good as these or better but I haven't been able to find anything. Until then, I will keep these old classics.

 

This outfit is great for running errands around town, shopping or grabbing a quick bite with friends. It is even great for an impromptu date night because it shows that you put thought into your outfit but it isn't too fussy or over-the-top.

What I'm Wearing

Grey Racerback Tank- Qrew

Flannel Shirt- Qrew

White Ripped Jeans- ebay

Cerise Estrella Bag- Louis Vuitton

Submariner Watch- Rolex

Cat-eye Sunglasses- Chanel

Red Ankle Booties- AmiClubwear

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Photography by: Michael Kahn

Red Haute Fringe

I've been quite obsessed with the color red lately. My Red Louis Vuitton Estrella Bag lit this fire and I've been buying red clothing like there's no tomorrow. It is kind of funny because I did the same thing with the color blue when I first got my Celine Mini Luggage bag in indigo blue. Don't worry, I'll be back to normal in a few months... or at least until I purchase a new bag!

The funny thing is that I'm not even carrying my Estrella Bag with this outfit. I instead opted to carry my new Louis Vuitton Pallas wallet like a handheld clutch. This scrumptious cherry red wallet was my anniversary present from my husband this year. It matches my new bag perfectly and was so thoughtful to me because the traditional 3 year wedding anniversary gift is "leather".

These fringe ankle strap heels caught my attention for a few reasons but if we are being totally honest here, I bought them because they are red! I must have purchased five pairs of red heels in the past month! If you don't believe me just wait until you see my future outfit posts littered with red heels.

This outfit to me is trendy yet classy. Fringe has made a major comeback this year and I predict it will be even more popular for the upcoming Fall/Winter. I have already caught myself eyeing a few fringed boots and booties! The other popular trend we see making it's way into this ensemble is the crop top and pencil skirt combo. This trend is very streamlined, sexy and fun. You can see it on just about every celebrity in Hollywood from Kim Kardashian to Beyoncé, Jennifer Lawrence, Crissy Teigan, Rihanna and more!

What I'm Wearing

Red Crop Top- Wet Seal
Black and White Striped Pencil Skirt- Qrew
Red Fringe Heels- AmiClubwear
Black Bangle- Claire's Accessories
Red Pallas Wallet- Louis Vuitton

Photography by: Michael Kahn

In honor of New York Fashion Week

Here is my fashion from New York a few weeks ago.

From what I've seen and heard I got pretty lucky with the weather in New York. My husband and I went a couple weeks ago for a quick little weekend trip away. When people heard that we were leaving warm California to "vacation" in New York they thought we were crazy! I must admit I was quite nervous that I didn't pack, or own for that matter, enough warm clothes for winter in New York. What is a girl to do in this scenario? Shop, of course!

Right before we went to New York I went on a bit of a shopping spree. I bought fleece lined leggings and all of the affordable and fashionable long sleeve shirts I could dig up in the California stores. It was quite the mission because all of the stores already had their spring lines out! This actually worked in my favor as most of the items I found were heavily discounted.

The key to dressing well in winter weather is all in the layers. I literally wore two to three pairs of pants day and night. My base layer everyday was thermal pants followed by fleece lined leggings and then topped with stretch denim or jeggings. This really helped take away the frigid bite from the wind.

Over-the-knee boots help fight the cold as well and are really quite practical in cold weather. I scored these Circus by Sam Edelman black leather boots from the Neiman Marcus Outlet for about $100 and let me tell you, they were worth every penny! The chunky heel was easy and comfortable to walk around in even given the snowy conditions. My feet and legs stayed a whole lot warmer as well in these boots. I about froze my toes off in my flat faux leather combat boots and consequently wore these boots for most of my trip. New York involves a lot of walking so comfort most of the times trumps style. However, these boots worked out so well that I love them even more now than when I first bought them!

I found this black and blue faux fur jacket on the clearance rack at Forever 21. It was love at first sight and a perfect match to my Blue Celine bag! The quality is outstanding since it is from their premium collection and the price was so low that it seemed like a mistake. It had been marked down so many times that I ended up paying less than $20 for this blue beauty! It was quite warm, I might add.

Keeping with the layered theme I wore a tight camisole underneath a black mock turtleneck for warmth. I also kept black gloves on me at all times. I was very pleased that I bought the kind of gloves that you can still operate you phone with while wearing. It is no fun having to take your gloves off in the cold every time you want to use your phone.

What I'm Wearing

Black Calvin Klein Pants- $30 from Costco

Fleece Lined Leggings- $8 from  I'm Haute

Circus by Sam Edleman Black Over-the-Knee Boots- $115 from Neiman Marcus Outlets

Indigo Blue Mini Luggage Bag- Celine

Black Mock Turtleneck- $12 from Forever 21

Blue Faux Fur Coat- $16 from Forever 21

Blue Hat- $58 from Nordstrom

I also packed several scarves, thick warm socks and my favorite ear muffs!

Staying haute in the cold isn't so bad... for a few days vacation!

Pop that Haute Pink

When this little black dress arrived in the mail from Le Tote I was beyond excited. I immediately noticed the quality material and craftsmanship. Upon inspecting the tag I realized that it was French Connection. No wonder it felt like an expensive dress, it was! Well at least it was expensive to me. I usually save most of my money for my designer handbag addiction so there is little left for designer clothes and shoes. Darn. Don't get me wrong though, I love all sorts of designer fashion and would love to be dripping in labels from head to toe but that simply isn't practical. Instead I find it fun to mix pricey and penny conscious items together. In all honesty I've never owned anything French Connection so I simply could not wait to slip this baby on. Once I did I was blown away again because it fit like a glove! I felt like it was specifically tailored for my figure and I instantly began rationalizing in my head why I should purchase it. As a member of Le Tote I can buy this classic and timeless dress at a discounted price. When I think of how often I can wear it, that it will never go out of style and how great the quality is it seems like a no brainer. What do you think, should I buy this dress?

For some added fun I wore my hot pink peep-toe bow pumps which perfectly match my Louis Vuitton Rose Pop Vernis Alma Bag. This pink purse was a gift to myself in 2009 and my only regret is that I did not purchase more in this color. Louis Vuitton has not released anything in this color since then and  I really hope that they bring it back one day! I was lucky enough to snatch up the carry-on suitcase, makeup bag, ballerina flats and wooden wedges in Rose Pop but I doubt I will ever get enough of this color. The vibrant pink is such a happy color that I could stare at it for days.

What I'm Wearing

Black Pencil Dress- French Connection- c/o Le Tote

Rose Pop Vernis Alma Bag- Louis Vuitton

Hot Pink Peep-Toe Bow Pumps- Similar here and here

Long Gold & Pink Gem Necklace- Le Tote

Hot Pink Lipstick- Makeup Forever 36

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I hope you all are having a fabulous Friday and that your weekend is haute!

Holiday photo shoot for ImHaute.com

I've been dying to do a photo shoot since I dyed my hair pink. The color is semi-permanent so I knew I only had a short window of opportunity. It has already faded dramatically and is on it's way back to blonde. When Kacey from KCD Photography contacting me about a holiday themed shoot complete with a pink Christmas tree I could not refuse! Wardrobe was provided by I'm Haute. I did my own makeup and Hair By Terrah styled my pink hair! The pictures came out very glamorous, festive and sparkly! I'll be posting more from the shoot as I get them. For my latest updates and behind the scenes follow me on instagram. I'm an insta junkie and post daily!

 Pink Pumps Available Here

White Dress Available Here

Red Blazer Available Here, High-Waisted Shorts Available Here

Champagne Dress Available Here

Skater Skirt & Thigh-High Socks

I can still remember the day I fell in love with thigh-high socks. I was sitting on the living room floor watching Fresh Prince of Bel Air and Ashley Banks entered the scene rocking an adorable 90's outfit featuring a mini skirt and the sexiest socks I'd ever seen. I secretly longed for her outfit but somehow my adolescent mind knew they were not age appropriate for a 9 year old. Luckily for me, 90's fashion is in full swing these days and thigh-high socks are fair game!

 I would normally say that most skater skirts and thigh-high socks combos are preppy but my outfit is loaded with attitude! Street chic to the max. The jacket gives a sophisticated and luxe vibe while my spiked out lita booties add some grungy edge. I love how all these elements came together and how my pink hair looked in a top bun. I normally hate my hair up but it worked well with this ensemble.

The jacket has to be my favorite piece in this outfit, well I love my Christian Louboutin bag a whole lot too but my jacket is my newest obsession. The details are just stunning. It has beautiful texture with the all-over quilting effect, vegan leather trim and gun metal zippers. Very chic and totally reminds me of something Chanel would make. Love.

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What I'm Wearing:

Black Quilted Jacket- I'm Haute- Available Here

Teal Sweater- I've had for a few years

Black Booties- I've had for a couple years

Black Skater Skirt- Go Jane

Black Thigh-High Socks- Target

Black Farida Bowler Bag- Christian Louboutin