KATE SPADE FALL 2013

It was such a treat to attend Kate Spade's fall presentation on Friday! I find I'm always happiest in a room full of bows, hot pink, and killer shoes ;) And I loved getting to catch up with blogger friends in from out of town. How gorgeous is Julia from Gal Meets Glam? Such a sweetheart. Stay tuned for pictures from other presentations and shows I'm attending this week — so proud of myself for actually lugging my real camera around for once! 

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It was such a treat to attend Kate Spade's fall presentation on Friday! I find I'm always happiest in a room full of bows, hot pink, and killer shoes ;) And I loved getting to catch up with blogger friends in from out of town. How gorgeous is Julia from Gal Meets Glam? Such a sweetheart. Stay tuned for pictures from other presentations and shows I'm attending this week — so proud of myself for actually lugging my real camera around for once! 

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CLASSIC CASHMERE WITH A TWIST

Few phrases make me happier than classic with a twist. Whether it's a bracelet, a handbag, or a head-to-look, if it can be described as an updated take on a timeless style I'll probably like it. Such was the case when these little numbers appeared in Shopbop's new arrivals this week:

{Jackie Lee sweater}

{Rebel sweater}

{Charlie pullover}

{Ryan pullover}

The new-to-me brand is 360 Sweater and I have to say I'm coveting one of each. The obvious choice for me would be the navy and pink number but I'm sort of obsessed with the lime green skull on the first. Am I crazy?! Which one is your favorite? 

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Few phrases make me happier than classic with a twist. Whether it's a bracelet, a handbag, or a head-to-look, if it can be described as an updated take on a timeless style I'll probably like it. Such was the case when these little numbers appeared in Shopbop's new arrivals this week:

{Jackie Lee sweater}

{Rebel sweater}

{Charlie pullover}

{Ryan pullover}

The new-to-me brand is 360 Sweater and I have to say I'm coveting one of each. The obvious choice for me would be the navy and pink number but I'm sort of obsessed with the lime green skull on the first. Am I crazy?! Which one is your favorite? 

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LAND OF NOD LIGHTING

I love stumbling upon an unexpected source for awesome products I hadn't seen before. That was the case recently as I was browsing Land of Nod (one of the sites I recommended for affordable rugs) and happened to click on the lighting section. Oh hello, striped table lamp loveliness. Here are a few new-to-me favorites...

{Coastline lamp, $149}

{Pop of color pendant, $49}

{Crystal ball lamp, $149}

{Stripe pendant, $225}

{Checkmate lamp, $59}

Adorable, no? I can't resist a good stripe. What fun products have you stumbled upon lately? 

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I love stumbling upon an unexpected source for awesome products I hadn't seen before. That was the case recently as I was browsing Land of Nod (one of the sites I recommended for affordable rugs) and happened to click on the lighting section. Oh hello, striped table lamp loveliness. Here are a few new-to-me favorites...

{Coastline lamp, $149}

{Pop of color pendant, $49}

{Crystal ball lamp, $149}

{Stripe pendant, $225}

{Checkmate lamp, $59}

Adorable, no? I can't resist a good stripe. What fun products have you stumbled upon lately? 

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KATE SPADE NEW ARRIVALS

{Billie dress}

{Greta top}

{Vivien dress}

A trifecta of bows, navy, and stripes. In other words, game over ;)

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{Billie dress}

{Greta top}

{Vivien dress}

A trifecta of bows, navy, and stripes. In other words, game over ;)

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SHOPPING AT FAB

Cake plate // Finial // Leather Baggu bag

Casserole // Chair // Jug // Umbrella

I shared a list in this post of all the products and projects I'm contemplating for my apartment which means I'm constantly on the lookout for something I haven't seen before. One of my more recent obsessions is Fab, which is full of colorful finds for the home and beyond. How cute is the striped umbrella? And I can think of more than one table lamp in my place that could use a pretty little finial on top. Have you all shopped Fab before? Any other sites you're obsessed with right now?

This post is sponsored by Fab. All opinions, product selections, and writing are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Design Darling!

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Cake plate // Finial // Leather Baggu bag

Casserole // Chair // Jug // Umbrella

I shared a list in this post of all the products and projects I'm contemplating for my apartment which means I'm constantly on the lookout for something I haven't seen before. One of my more recent obsessions is Fab, which is full of colorful finds for the home and beyond. How cute is the striped umbrella? And I can think of more than one table lamp in my place that could use a pretty little finial on top. Have you all shopped Fab before? Any other sites you're obsessed with right now?

This post is sponsored by Fab. All opinions, product selections, and writing are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that support Design Darling!

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DRESSING FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

I'm so happy it's February! One step closer to spring and summer ;) For the time being I'm happy to see lots of pink and red window displays popping up in my neighborhood. Here are a few favorites in festive pink and red, whether you're getting dolled up for a dinner date or dressing down for girls' night in...

Alice + Olivia // RED Valentino // Alice + Olivia

Juicy Couture // Eberjey // Eberjey

Three Floor // Nicholas // Rachel Roy (that scalloped hem!)

Tibi // Tibi // Madison Marcus

Tory Burch // Steven // Hanky Panky // Rebecca Minkoff

Do you have any fun plans for Valentine's Day? Let's hear it! xx

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I'm so happy it's February! One step closer to spring and summer ;) For the time being I'm happy to see lots of pink and red window displays popping up in my neighborhood. Here are a few favorites in festive pink and red, whether you're getting dolled up for a dinner date or dressing down for girls' night in...

Alice + Olivia // RED Valentino // Alice + Olivia

Juicy Couture // Eberjey // Eberjey

Three Floor // Nicholas // Rachel Roy (that scalloped hem!)

Tibi // Tibi // Madison Marcus

Tory Burch // Steven // Hanky Panky // Rebecca Minkoff

Do you have any fun plans for Valentine's Day? Let's hear it! xx

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WEEK IN REVIEW

What. A. Week! I'll be working most of the weekend but I'm excited to squeeze in Sunday brunch with my girlfriends and a little quality time with Rory. Here are a few things going on in my world of late:

- Brunched at Schiller's with Alex, Amy, and Emily. How perfect is Amy's Instagram? She's a must-follow for pretty snaps around the city.

- Drooled over Loren Hope's new site designed by my talented friend Sarah. Whether you're looking for cute baubles or web design inspiration, I highly recommend you check it out! Gorgeous.

- Found so many awesome new products for my boutique at NYIGF. My mom and I were exhausted by the end of it but I can't wait to roll everything out on the site over the next couple months! 

- Rejoiced in seeing these adorable bras back at Madewell. They are so comfy and come in a ton of must-have colors!

- Shared a few snippets and sources of my apartment! Hoping I can commit to a few furniture purchases this weekend.

- Smiled every time I saw my new desk chair from Society Social. Navy upholstery with white piping and a big white bow? It was a no-brainer. Pictures to come!

- Started planning outfits for fashion week next week. I can't wait to share pictures! Follow along on Instagram and Twitter.

Have a great weekend, friends! xx

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What. A. Week! I'll be working most of the weekend but I'm excited to squeeze in Sunday brunch with my girlfriends and a little quality time with Rory. Here are a few things going on in my world of late:

- Brunched at Schiller's with Alex, Amy, and Emily. How perfect is Amy's Instagram? She's a must-follow for pretty snaps around the city.

- Drooled over Loren Hope's new site designed by my talented friend Sarah. Whether you're looking for cute baubles or web design inspiration, I highly recommend you check it out! Gorgeous.

- Found so many awesome new products for my boutique at NYIGF. My mom and I were exhausted by the end of it but I can't wait to roll everything out on the site over the next couple months! 

- Rejoiced in seeing these adorable bras back at Madewell. They are so comfy and come in a ton of must-have colors!

- Shared a few snippets and sources of my apartment! Hoping I can commit to a few furniture purchases this weekend.

- Smiled every time I saw my new desk chair from Society Social. Navy upholstery with white piping and a big white bow? It was a no-brainer. Pictures to come!

- Started planning outfits for fashion week next week. I can't wait to share pictures! Follow along on Instagram and Twitter.

Have a great weekend, friends! xx

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J.CREW NEW ARRIVALS

{Maritime blazer, $138}

{Sperry Top-Sider for J.Crew boat shoes, $98}

{Collection capri pant, $545}

{Everly satin pump, $265}

{Collection curator pant, $168}

{Superga cotton oxford sneakers, $90}

Oh J.Crew, you've really done it this time. Anyone else reaching for their credit cards?!

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{Maritime blazer, $138}

{Sperry Top-Sider for J.Crew boat shoes, $98}

{Collection capri pant, $545}

{Everly satin pump, $265}

{Collection curator pant, $168}

{Superga cotton oxford sneakers, $90}

Oh J.Crew, you've really done it this time. Anyone else reaching for their credit cards?!

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APARTMENT DETAILS

Several of you have asked when I'll be sharing a full apartment tour on the blog! I am absolutely dying to share everything with you but have so many finishing touches I'd like to wrap up before I whip out my fancy camera. Until it's 100% ready (I'm sorry to be so type A!), I thought I'd share sources for some of the items I've shared sneak peeks of on Instagram: 

My sofa is finally in place! It was an impulse purchase on Joss & Main, which I highly recommend checking daily — seriously it's my new addiction. If you're looking for something similar, it looks almost exactly like this one from West Elm. I bought the blanket on Joss & Main as well and the mirror was a vintage score given to me by my mom for my birthday. It totally makes the space! See this post for some of my favorite mirror recommendations. 

I'm using Ikea's Expedit shelves as a room divider with the Branas baskets to store jewelry, paper, and more for my boutique. My bed is on the other side of the shelves and I bought four of these Society Social chairs for around the table where I pack boxes. They're the perfect scale for the space and can be folded up and tucked away if I'm tight on space! The Diptyque candle was a little housewarming gift to myself while shopping with Alex, Amy, and Emily.

This CB2 acrylic console used to be underneath the mirror where the sofa is but now it sits in front of the window and functions as my desk. I need to add a couple end tables to the mix for storage but I love the look!

This Euro Style Lighting mirror is my newest addition. The leather trim kind of kills me in the best way possible. I'm not sure where I'll be hanging it permanently but I kind of like the reflection of the backs of my bookshelves!

Details from my bookshelves... Coral found on Nantucket, Design Darling matches and tortoiseshell bowl, and a few favorite reads including this and this.

I still have so much to do, including but not limited to:

1. Finding a teeny tiny table for next to my door. I desperately need a central spot for tossing keys and mail!

2. Deciding on bedding, headboard, etc. Right now I'm sleeping on the sheets I had a couple years ago in college... This is the definitely the "area" that feels the furthest from completion.

3. Figuring out storage for my office area. My printer is currently on the floor — so not cute or practical.

4. Trying to squeeze an end table on either side of the sofa... This might be mission impossible!

5. Hang a full-length mirror on the closet door and a push light above the clothing rod. I have a decent-sized closet but it's pretty useless when I can't see a thing inside it! 

I'm really trying to slow down and enjoy the process of decorating instead of rushing to make it feel "finished." Thanks for all your enthusiasm! Any other sources you want to know? Tweet me here!

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Several of you have asked when I'll be sharing a full apartment tour on the blog! I am absolutely dying to share everything with you but have so many finishing touches I'd like to wrap up before I whip out my fancy camera. Until it's 100% ready (I'm sorry to be so type A!), I thought I'd share sources for some of the items I've shared sneak peeks of on Instagram: 

My sofa is finally in place! It was an impulse purchase on Joss & Main, which I highly recommend checking daily — seriously it's my new addiction. If you're looking for something similar, it looks almost exactly like this one from West Elm. I bought the blanket on Joss & Main as well and the mirror was a vintage score given to me by my mom for my birthday. It totally makes the space! See this post for some of my favorite mirror recommendations. 

I'm using Ikea's Expedit shelves as a room divider with the Branas baskets to store jewelry, paper, and more for my boutique. My bed is on the other side of the shelves and I bought four of these Society Social chairs for around the table where I pack boxes. They're the perfect scale for the space and can be folded up and tucked away if I'm tight on space! The Diptyque candle was a little housewarming gift to myself while shopping with Alex, Amy, and Emily.

This CB2 acrylic console used to be underneath the mirror where the sofa is but now it sits in front of the window and functions as my desk. I need to add a couple end tables to the mix for storage but I love the look!

This Euro Style Lighting mirror is my newest addition. The leather trim kind of kills me in the best way possible. I'm not sure where I'll be hanging it permanently but I kind of like the reflection of the backs of my bookshelves!

Details from my bookshelves... Coral found on Nantucket, Design Darling matches and tortoiseshell bowl, and a few favorite reads including this and this.

I still have so much to do, including but not limited to:

1. Finding a teeny tiny table for next to my door. I desperately need a central spot for tossing keys and mail!

2. Deciding on bedding, headboard, etc. Right now I'm sleeping on the sheets I had a couple years ago in college... This is the definitely the "area" that feels the furthest from completion.

3. Figuring out storage for my office area. My printer is currently on the floor — so not cute or practical.

4. Trying to squeeze an end table on either side of the sofa... This might be mission impossible!

5. Hang a full-length mirror on the closet door and a push light above the clothing rod. I have a decent-sized closet but it's pretty useless when I can't see a thing inside it! 

I'm really trying to slow down and enjoy the process of decorating instead of rushing to make it feel "finished." Thanks for all your enthusiasm! Any other sources you want to know? Tweet me here!

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PICKING OUT PILLOWS...

My Society Social chairs arrived this week and I am in love! (Did you catch the sneak peek here?) Now I'm getting excited to start thinking about all the pretty little details like hanging art, picking out pillows, styling and restyling my book collection, etc. Here are a few throw pillows I'm loving at the moment...

1) Kate Spade 2) Trina Turk 3) Design Darling

4) Kate Spade 5) Oilo 6) Design Darling

Are you sensing a trend? I've been decorating in mostly blue and white so I think pillows would be a fun way to bring in a pop of pink. By the way, the Design Darling pillows are on sale right now for $42. Making way for new inventory... or just making it onto my sofa ;) 

P.S. Speaking of pillows, what is your bedding set-up? I'm totally stumped on bedding right now. White comforter with colorful pillows? Too impractical for a puppy who gasp sleeps on my bed? Any favorite options you've seen lately? Do share! xx

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My Society Social chairs arrived this week and I am in love! (Did you catch the sneak peek here?) Now I'm getting excited to start thinking about all the pretty little details like hanging art, picking out pillows, styling and restyling my book collection, etc. Here are a few throw pillows I'm loving at the moment...

1) Kate Spade 2) Trina Turk 3) Design Darling

4) Kate Spade 5) Oilo 6) Design Darling

Are you sensing a trend? I've been decorating in mostly blue and white so I think pillows would be a fun way to bring in a pop of pink. By the way, the Design Darling pillows are on sale right now for $42. Making way for new inventory... or just making it onto my sofa ;) 

P.S. Speaking of pillows, what is your bedding set-up? I'm totally stumped on bedding right now. White comforter with colorful pillows? Too impractical for a puppy who gasp sleeps on my bed? Any favorite options you've seen lately? Do share! xx

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STYLE INGREDIENTS

It's time for the second installment of Style Ingredients! A handful of favorite outfits and links to pieces to help you recreate the look...

Chambray shirt // White jeans // Suede booties

Tweed blazer // Metallic oxfords

Boxy jacket // Flouncy skirt // Cap toe ballet flats

Camel coat // Cozy sweater // Flared denim

As always you can find lots of looks I love on my style board and all my shopping favorites on my products board. Lately I'm all about my new favorite coat, skinny jeans, and desert boots. What's been your go-to look of late?

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It's time for the second installment of Style Ingredients! A handful of favorite outfits and links to pieces to help you recreate the look...

Chambray shirt // White jeans // Suede booties

Tweed blazer // Metallic oxfords

Boxy jacket // Flouncy skirt // Cap toe ballet flats

Camel coat // Cozy sweater // Flared denim

As always you can find lots of looks I love on my style board and all my shopping favorites on my products board. Lately I'm all about my new favorite coat, skinny jeans, and desert boots. What's been your go-to look of late?

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ALEXANDRA GRECCO SPRING/SUMMER 2013

Maybe it's because I just got back from Salt Lake City where I beat the world record for consecutive hours spent indoors but I am basically counting down the minutes until springtime. And stumbling upon Alexandra Grecco's pretty sundresses definitely isn't helping matters...

Veranda dress

Marceline dress

Collins dress

Raleigh blouse

Julie dress

The first four can be pre-ordered for spring but the last from her fall collection was too cute not to include. The drop waist with the little bow detail? Made for my closet and I wouldn't even have to wait until spring to wear it with tights. What independent designers have you discovered lately?

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Maybe it's because I just got back from Salt Lake City where I beat the world record for consecutive hours spent indoors but I am basically counting down the minutes until springtime. And stumbling upon Alexandra Grecco's pretty sundresses definitely isn't helping matters...

Veranda dress

Marceline dress

Collins dress

Raleigh blouse

Julie dress

The first four can be pre-ordered for spring but the last from her fall collection was too cute not to include. The drop waist with the little bow detail? Made for my closet and I wouldn't even have to wait until spring to wear it with tights. What independent designers have you discovered lately?

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GORJANA WRAP BRACELETS

When it comes to jewelry, do you find that you frequently reach for the same pieces? I wear the same pair of simple studs almost every day and reach for either bangles or rings to accessorize an everyday look. I almost never go for necklaces! Lately I've been switching between my monogrammed cuff and my tortoiseshell bangles. And then I stumbled upon these pretty little numbers and can't narrow down which color (or colors!) need to come live with me. Say hello to the Gorjana wrap bracelet:

Sadie triple wrap in platino leather

Graham pastel studded wrap in lavender leather

 Sadie triple wrap in redwood leather (loving this for a cool equestrian vibe)

Parker wrap in sand suede

Taylor triple wrap in coral leather

I think they're so pretty either on their own or paired with some of the pieces I'm already wearing. Are there certain pieces of jewelry you find yourself reaching for again and again? And are you more of a bracelets, earrings, necklaces, or rings kind of girl? Do tell!

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When it comes to jewelry, do you find that you frequently reach for the same pieces? I wear the same pair of simple studs almost every day and reach for either bangles or rings to accessorize an everyday look. I almost never go for necklaces! Lately I've been switching between my monogrammed cuff and my tortoiseshell bangles. And then I stumbled upon these pretty little numbers and can't narrow down which color (or colors!) need to come live with me. Say hello to the Gorjana wrap bracelet:

Sadie triple wrap in platino leather

Graham pastel studded wrap in lavender leather

 Sadie triple wrap in redwood leather (loving this for a cool equestrian vibe)

Parker wrap in sand suede

Taylor triple wrap in coral leather

I think they're so pretty either on their own or paired with some of the pieces I'm already wearing. Are there certain pieces of jewelry you find yourself reaching for again and again? And are you more of a bracelets, earrings, necklaces, or rings kind of girl? Do tell!

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INTRODUCING LULU & GEORGIA

I'm happy to be announcing that Lulu & Georgia is the newest sponsor here on Design Darling! If you don't recall them from this awesome giveaway or this round-up of affordable rugs, here are a few of my current favorites on their site...

Stenciled zebra rug // Passages rug // Gateway mirror

Greek key canvas // Fiona side table // Etienne throw pillow

Stacked globe lamps // Barrier reef rug // Audrey lamp   

Awesome furniture, lighting, and rugs in a wide range of colors and prices! Check out their site here and let me know which items you fall in love with. Have a happy Wednesday!

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I'm happy to be announcing that Lulu & Georgia is the newest sponsor here on Design Darling! If you don't recall them from this awesome giveaway or this round-up of affordable rugs, here are a few of my current favorites on their site...

Stenciled zebra rug // Passages rug // Gateway mirror

Greek key canvas // Fiona side table // Etienne throw pillow

Stacked globe lamps // Barrier reef rug // Audrey lamp   

Awesome furniture, lighting, and rugs in a wide range of colors and prices! Check out their site here and let me know which items you fall in love with. Have a happy Wednesday!

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