The Cold Shoulder

Asymmetrical black dresses are everywhere right now. Do you prefer Kate Moss' glamorous take or Gwyneth Paltrow's more laid-back vibe?

Asymmetrical black dresses are everywhere right now. Do you prefer Kate Moss' glamorous take or Gwyneth Paltrow's more laid-back vibe?

Erin Rocks My World

I just ordered these fabulous Jeffrey Campbell flats off of Shopbop. Surely they're worth the full $130, but the icing on the cake is that they were just $30 thanks to the generous gift certificate that I won on Apartment #34! Expanding my shoe collection? Just one more reason to love Erin and her gorgeous blog. You simply must stop by and say hello. Merci beaucoup, mon amie!

I just ordered these fabulous Jeffrey Campbell flats off of Shopbop. Surely they're worth the full $130, but the icing on the cake is that they were just $30 thanks to the generous gift certificate that I won on Apartment #34! Expanding my shoe collection? Just one more reason to love Erin and her gorgeous blog. You simply must stop by and say hello. Merci beaucoup, mon amie!

Leather-Bound

{Vintage Eyeglass Case, $24 at Manmade Sole}

{The Clutch, $48 at DNTX}

{Vintage Doctor Bag, $68 at Marie's Vintage}

I've been noticing a leather-loving trend in my Etsy favorites lately: the perfectly simple eyeglass case, a chic linen clutch, and a fabulous travel bag — all done up in rich tan leather. Parfait!

{Vintage Eyeglass Case, $24 at Manmade Sole}

{The Clutch, $48 at DNTX}

{Vintage Doctor Bag, $68 at Marie's Vintage}

I've been noticing a leather-loving trend in my Etsy favorites lately: the perfectly simple eyeglass case, a chic linen clutch, and a fabulous travel bag — all done up in rich tan leather. Parfait!

White Walls, Black Accents

{Elle Decor}

{via Jamie Meares}

{via The Decorista}

I love these light and bright spaces offset by dark accent walls. Peppered with rows and rows of books, the look oozes with effortless sophistication that's delightfully gender neutral.

P.S. This is my 300th post! Here's to many, many more :)

{Elle Decor}

{via Jamie Meares}

{via The Decorista}

I love these light and bright spaces offset by dark accent walls. Peppered with rows and rows of books, the look oozes with effortless sophistication that's delightfully gender neutral.

P.S. This is my 300th post! Here's to many, many more :)

Jump On It

These black jumpsuits are the epitome of effortless modern chic. Wear yours with a scarf à la Kate Hudson or better yet paired with a leopard shoe like Diane Kruger. To die for!

These black jumpsuits are the epitome of effortless modern chic. Wear yours with a scarf à la Kate Hudson or better yet paired with a leopard shoe like Diane Kruger. To die for!

Les Animaux

{Cast Iron Lion, $100 at Lucy and Ellen}

{Large Brass Elephant, $70 at Two Art Directors}

{Chalkboard Horse, $40 at Houndstooth Design}

{Leather Rhinoceros, $135 at Manmade Sole}

I'm inexplicably pining after these vintage statues of some of my favorite animals — the elephant being number one, of course! I think the little lion would make a darling paperweight while the horse and the rhinoceros ought to come live in my bookshelves. What are your thoughts?

{Cast Iron Lion, $100 at Lucy and Ellen}

{Large Brass Elephant, $70 at Two Art Directors}

{Chalkboard Horse, $40 at Houndstooth Design}

{Leather Rhinoceros, $135 at Manmade Sole}

I'm inexplicably pining after these vintage statues of some of my favorite animals — the elephant being number one, of course! I think the little lion would make a darling paperweight while the horse and the rhinoceros ought to come live in my bookshelves. What are your thoughts?

Lovely Layers

These super chic ladies know the secret to staying warm in this weather: layering! Stock your closet with chunky knits, lightweight scarves, and tailored blazers for a well-rounded wardrobe that will transition effortlessly from fall into winter. 

These super chic ladies know the secret to staying warm in this weather: layering! Stock your closet with chunky knits, lightweight scarves, and tailored blazers for a well-rounded wardrobe that will transition effortlessly from fall into winter. 

Portraiture

I'm head over heels for the larger-than-life portraits in these two spaces. I love the Native American man but I'm certain an enlarged black-and-white family photo would have the same transformative impact. Do you prefer these over a more traditional gallery wall?

I'm head over heels for the larger-than-life portraits in these two spaces. I love the Native American man but I'm certain an enlarged black-and-white family photo would have the same transformative impact. Do you prefer these over a more traditional gallery wall?

Cut That Out

A well-placed cut-out can do wonders! An exaggerated keyhole creates the illusion of cleavage while side cut-outs emphasize a trim waist. Would you dare to try the look for yourself?

A well-placed cut-out can do wonders! An exaggerated keyhole creates the illusion of cleavage while side cut-outs emphasize a trim waist. Would you dare to try the look for yourself?

Let's Talk Turquoise

{Muriel Brandolini}

{Tobi Fairley}

{Elizabeth Dinkel}

{Nuevo Estilo}

{Kelly Wearstler}

Whether it's used in a pale-hued stairwell or the depths of a swimming pool, turquoise possesses a power that few other colors do. Equal parts energizing and relaxing, it works just as well on the walls as it does on a pair of club chairs in a Wearstler-designed hotel bar.

{Muriel Brandolini}

{Tobi Fairley}

{Elizabeth Dinkel}

{Nuevo Estilo}

{Kelly Wearstler}

Whether it's used in a pale-hued stairwell or the depths of a swimming pool, turquoise possesses a power that few other colors do. Equal parts energizing and relaxing, it works just as well on the walls as it does on a pair of club chairs in a Wearstler-designed hotel bar.