Banana Republic Jewelry/Shoes Fall 2010

I have not been much of a BR girl since my safari phase during high school. Considering this, my last trip to a BR store caught me by surprise with their lovely jewelry. So many lovely pieces for such great prices! (jewelry listed here all under 50.00 USD and shoes under 100)
On a side note, I am also loving their shoes and Mad Men styling for this season.

mona johannesson

pretty much the face of 'jenna lyons'-j.crew.

a slightly more feminine/parisian version of kate moss.

i want almost everything this girl tries on so very smart move on j.crew. wish to she her more on the runway, too.

Credits: style.com Spring 2006
jcrew may 2010 catalog from monaj.net

Fall Favorites

While I love summer thunderstorms, my mind is already looking forward to fall: back to school, the scent of foliage, and fall fashion!



1. tan gauzy sweaters
so lovely for layering and works for cool and warm weather
i'm looking forward to layering it with skirts and dresses

2. thigh high/over the knee boots
an alternative to leggings, which i find awkward to wear.
just try not to go to places where i have to take my shoes off
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3. Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum / Parfum
I've been coveting this fragrance since I smelled it on the Keira Knightley ads in a magazine. I've been testing out samples throughout the year and while this scent is sophisticated to what I usually use it works all throughout the year. The ever-elegant Chanel parfum bottle design makes it even more justifiable.

4. Slated Blue
I've been noticing this shade of blue in various items lately: from Sally Hansen's Gray by Gray, Barielle's Slate of Affairs, Rebecca Taylor's sweaters, and Burberry's lace blouse (above) - just to name a few.
Lace blouses can end up romantically classy or shockingly tacky. The toned down color makes the classic garment more modern but somewhat understated.

Photo Credits: Style.com (Fall 2010 Burberry Prorsum and Rebecca Taylor)
Macys.com (Chanel Coco Mademoiselle)

cleaning out my closet

maybe i've caught up with the minimalist trend or finally grew up to realize what is more productive but there's been a stark change in my personality. i just want what works well with me and am willing to let go of the rest. with the change comes an effort to make something out of it. so i have been cleaning out my closet and selling what may be more useful to others.

here are a few of my favorite sites...

amazon.com
half.com/ ebay.com (the classifieds of ebay did not have any effect on progress)
craigslist.com (the best especially for large furniture)
community.livejournal.com/_for_sale
forsale.oodle.com
playitagainsports.com

for whatever doesn't work out you can also donate/recycle
-shoes: nike stores
-make up: origins stores
-electronics: try calling local repair shops
-craigslist
-salvation army