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Reed Krakoff Love

Caroline — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 16:58:44 +0000

Last year I fell in love with Reed Krakoff’s fun assortment of shoes and handbags. Reed Krakoff is the more youthful and dynamic brand to mother brand Coach’s more matronly offerings. I find that most people – myself included – tend to focus too much on building closets based on neutral, practical, passe-partout colours and forget how much brighter tones can enliven our days and show off our personalities. A few of my favourite items from the latest collection:

Yep, this is a gym bag. At 900 USD a pop, it’s too expensive for my blood considering how fast I’d wear it out or otherwise mess it up.

Images: ReedKrakoff.com and Facebook.com/ReedKrakoff.

Mr. Dannijo

Caroline — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:51:27 +0000

I’m so excited! One of my fave jewellery designers has teamed up with one of my favourite bloggers to create a special collection. Dannijo X Man Repeller = Mr. Dannijo. The collection features the typical flamboyant Dannijo style combined with quirky Leandra Medine-esque elements such as bows and mustaches.

Madewell Fall Collection

Caroline — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 13:34:28 +0000

I didn’t make it to Madewell on my last trip to NYC, and I’m still kicking myself. They previewed their fall collection on their website today. So cute! I love the splattering of midi and maxi skirts, oxford shoes and nerd glasses. And the question begs itself: would you wear suspenders?

From Book to Look: Shantaram

Caroline — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:09:37 +0000

Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts is the story of an escaped Australian convict who finds his way to India and lives for many years under a false identity. From what I can tell, it’s based pretty closely on the author’s life. He lives in slums. He learns the local languages. He works for the Bombay mafia. He even goes to war in Afghanistan. The book is nearly 950 pages and took me forever to read. Which pissed me off because I want to read 50 books this year – hey, a girl’s gotta have goals – but it was worthwhile. Though there are slightly maudlin reflections in the book that didn’t add much for me, the plot of the book is absolutely riveting.

The version I read didn’t have the pretty cover below. This one’s prettier than the one I read. And to match it, a colour-block outfit, no?

Get the book: Shantaram by Gregory David Roberts

Get the look: Topshop tank top, Kenneth Jay Lane necklace, Topshop Jade Paperbag Waist midi skirt & NO.6 Huarache woven clog

Booties I Love

Caroline — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 11:53:37 +0000

I need some cute heeled ankle boots, a pair that can go with dresses or pants, that can be chic or casual. Basically I’m looking for my new BFF of shoes. Here are a few I’ve got my eyes on… Which ones do you like?

Where to buy: 1) Jil Sander leather ankle boot 2) Maison Martin Margiela peep toe boot 3) Madewell’s Almanac boot 4) Rag & Bone Original Newbury boot & 5) Maison Martin Margiela Line 22 ankle boot

Clare Vivier Pochette

Caroline — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 11:30:36 +0000

Simple and striking colour-block clutch bags by Clare Vivier.

Too bad they’re all mega-back ordered!

On My Wishlist…

Caroline — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 20:52:11 +0000

… A Pucci scarf. Aren’t they fabulous? (Top and bottom scarves available on NET-A-PORTER.COM)

Lundi Lunettes: Plaid and Glasses

Caroline — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 13:58:32 +0000

Plaid shirts and big glasses combine to create a “boyish chic” look.

Photos: The Sartorialist & The SF Style

CFDA Fashion Awards

Caroline — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 11:23:41 +0000

I have been drooling over the fabulous fashion in the photos from the CFDA Fashion Awards, taken by Jamie from From Me To You.

Twins

Caroline — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 11:41:42 +0000

I’ve always had a fascination with twins.

The fact that two human beings can look identical and share such a close bond boggles my mind.

Photos: Vanessa Jackman, Marie Claire (via We heart it), Vogue Nippon (via The Pessimiss), Charlotte Rutherford, Source unknown (via We heart it), Vogue Nippon & Trend Hunter