High End to High Street

18 May 2013

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There are plenty of “lust-worthy” fashion pieces I am drooling over at the moment. And because the real deal is not realistically obtainable, I have hunted down more affordable versions. I will continue this post every few weeks with the title, High End to High Street. High Street is a term often used in the UK for shops that are for the everyday girl….in other words, it will not leave a hole in your wallet. Below are my currents scores of the look-for-less.

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Saint Laurent Jane Sandal $795

Shoemint Shiva Sandal $79.99
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Balenciaga Brass Tube Rings $205 single, $765 set of 5

Asos Tube rings $14

Publik Gold Wrap Around Tube Rings $20

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Hot in Brazil {Rosie Huntington-Whiteley}

6 May 2013

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Vogue Brazil April 2013.

Styled by Luis Fiod. Photographer Henrique Gendre

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In love with this shoot of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley for Vogue Brazil April edition. A perfect mix of leather, fur and sparkle to create the rocker chic vibe. Below are some behind the scene pics of the shoot.

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Shine Bright Like A Diamond

2 May 2013

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{Leifsdottir Blouse, Zara Tank, 7 For All Mankind Jeans, Giuseppe Zanotti Pumps, Bauble Bar Necklace, Chloe Sunnies}Screen Shot 2013-05-01 at 7.45.42 AMScreen Shot 2013-05-01 at 8.29.21 AM Screen Shot 2013-05-01 at 7.53.08 AM Screen Shot 2013-05-01 at 7.54.35 AMGood Morning! We had 10 minutes to shoot these pictures yesterday and I have to say, the flowers serve as the perfect backdrop for this blouse! How great are these colors? I also love the print of this blouse from Leifsdottir at Anthropologie. I was in need of a good neutral pair of pumps and found these on Gilt Groupe. By far one of the best sites to find designer items at a fraction of the normal cost. Have a great day friends. Xx, Steph

THE Hat

30 April 2013

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I have been wearing this Rag & Bone hat non-stop. Surprising even to myself, I never wear hats, until now! I’ve been receiving a lot of compliments on it, so here it is…..THE hat.  It is quite possibly my favorite thing at the moment. Not only does Rag & Bone make killer denim, their accesories aren’t too shabby either:) Have a great day!

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April In Pictures

29 April 2013

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Hello friends! If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, I’m sure you’ve noticed I spent the first half of the month in China. As the denim fit model for junior company, Pacsun, I traveled to China with a team consisting of a designer, technical designer, production managers, creative director and buyer. The largest team I have traveled with for work to date! It was a whirlwind trip, spending long hours in factories fitting and perfecting garments for their “Back-to-School” season. I flew back and went straight to Palm Springs for a weekend at Coachella Music Festival with my husband, sis and friends. So much fun, but an exhausting month to say the least! Lastly, this weekend I had a reunion with my best girlfriends from college. It was the perfect end to a crazy month.

Xxx, Steph

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Fairground Style 2

8 April 2013

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Continuing from my last post, here are a few more essential layering pieces perfect for festivals…just a few more days until Coachella! Every girl needs a chambray shirt in her closet. My favorite is from Madewell at the moment, and I throw it on over everything. Mara Hoffman has been creating the cutest swimwear the last few seasons in fun, bright prints. Pool parties….check. Oh, and speaking of those hours spent in the sun, you’ll definitely need a good sunblock. My sis introduced me to this Clarins tinted sunblock that has just the right amount of coverage. And since I have been in China for the last few weeks, I will be heavily covering myself in Neutrogena self tanner. I have not seen the sun or blue sky for over a week! Last but not least, I prefer  to carry a cross-body bag big enough to store a pair of tights in case it gets chilly at night. Tie a scarf around the bag strap for an additional layer which doubles as a cute detail during the day. See you in Palm Springs!

Xx, Steph

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1. Madewell Perfect Chambray Ex-Boyfriend Shirt

2. Topshop Tie-Dye Cardigan

3. Isabel Marant Cardigan

4. Iro Black Leather Trim Jacket

5. Mara Hoffman Bikini

6. All Saints Scarf

7. Mara Hoffman One-piece

8. Tan Fringe Shoulder Bag, Brandy Melville

9. Illusion Tights, Asos

10. Neutrogena Self Tanner

11. Clarins Tinted Sunblock

12. Cone Studded Cross-Body Bag, Brandy Melville

Fairground Style

4 April 2013

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{Rag & Bone Floppy Fedora, Ray Ban Aviators}

{Outfit 1: Topshop Heavy Embellished Cami Top, Low Luv by Erin Wasson Pendulum Necklace, Adriano Goldschmied Cut-off Shorts, Zara Collection Ankle Booties}

{Outfit 2: Topshop Peek-a-boo Crop Top, Mystic Tiger Necklace, One Teaspoon Shorts Rocco, Jeffrey Campbell Everly Cutout Booties}

{Outfit 3: Motel Larry Cheetah Crop Top, Raidne Gold Collar Necklace, Levi Hipster High Waist with Studs, Isabel Marant The Dicker Suede Ankle Boots}

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Festival season is already in full swing and Coachella is just around the corner. Fairgrounds, depending on location, can be tricky in terms of attire…dusty, crowded, hot during the day and cold at night. With this in mind, ideal outfits should consist of easy layering pieces and closed toe shoes to avoid broken toes in massive crowds of crazed music fans. Proceed with style and caution.

Branch Out

25 March 2013

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My obsession with black and white continues…..and a pop of gold….Branch1branch2branch5branch6branch3

{Silk Tank, Reformation} {Skinny Denim, FrankieB “My BFF Jegging in Forest} {Heels, Shoemint} {Bag, Madewell} {Belt, BCBG} {Necklace, Publik} {Bracelets: Henri Bendel, Luv AJ, Madewell} {Rings: Publik and Gorjana} {Chloe sunnies}

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{Wearstlerized}

24 March 2013

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I have been a huge fan of Kelly Wearstler for years. I came across pictures of a project she had recently completed for the remodel and interior design of a boutique hotel. Instantly, I was drawn to her modern and sophisticated design style. I still want to stay at these hotels just for the fabulous interiors! I soon discovered that she is just as talented when it comes to fashion design. And to add to that, she can make a killer jewelry collection which I am still waiting to get my hands on!

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The pieces below are some I’ve been coveting for a while.
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1. Decorative Bronze Legs-Who doesn’t love a great pair of legs?! ;)

2. Asymmetrical Squares Tray-Perfect for an ottoman that doubles as a coffee table.

3. Bejeweled Bottle Opener-So pretty displayed on a bar.

4. Studded Vase

5. Elliott Chair-I’m in love with this chair….modern but sill has that 70′s feel. It also comes in black.

6. Memphis Marble Candlesticks-My fave color combo!

7. Marble Left Eye Skull-Great unexpected decorative piece

7. Marble Table-So chic, so elegant. A girls can dream, right!?!

All items available on KellyWearstler.com

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I’ve loved these Brass Kaleidoscope’s for quite some time. I was stunned to find similar ones at Pigment (first featured here) for a fraction of the cost! Even better, the version at Pigment have wall mounts while the Kelly Wearstler version are strictly for table top decor. Now, mine live happily in my “work-in-progress” living room. Can you guess which one is the original? Ok…Pigment’s version is number 1!

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