Weekend Away!

Fisherman's Sweater 4 Ways

Anyone who has ever lived in or is from England will know that there is a very good possibility you could be wearing a sweater all year. Now that I have moved to a slightly warmer, more predictable climate (Atlanta, Georgia), I find myself missing those cold rainy English days, all bundled up in a sweater. I love the fisherman's sweater - there is something very Hemingwayesque about it. Not only is the fisherman's sweater a must for the colder months, it can also be worn in a variety of ways. How would you wear this beautiful Reiss sweater?

Fishermen Sweater: Reiss Dana Sweater: On Sale Now !
1. Oasis Faux Leather Skater Skirt/ Coach Legacy Candace Carryall/ Madewell Mini Wedge in Calf Hair
2. J Brand Boyfriend Fit Jeans/ Reiss Dakota Prune Pony Hair Top Handel Bag/ Kate Spade Kimmy Wedge
3. Top Shop Leather Look Biker Trousers/ Tory Burch Penelope Clutch/ Madewell The Teddy Loafer In Glitter
4.Oasis Scallop Shorts/ Oasis Pony Leopard Clutch Bag/ ASOS Adelaide Leather Chelsea Boot

More sweaters to keep you warm this winter!

Massimo Dutti: European Style Comes to America

The universe must know that I am missing my European life as one of my favorite brands has made it to this side of the pond. Massimo Dutti is clean, sleek European style. I discovered this store while living in Berlin and quickly found myself wandering in their Friedrichstraße location more frequently than I care to admit. I particularly like their boy-meets-girl shoes, made more feminine with a bit of glitter and other adornments. Have a look at all the amazing things this brand has to offer. Check out their website for a little online retail therapy here, or visit their new NYC location on Fifth Avenue! Happy Monday Shopping!

All images from the Massimo Dutti Website , All images have been edited for this post

Shop Zara Home

While living in London, one of my favorite places to shop for chic home goods was Zara Home. Already being my ‘go to’ place for amazing clothes and shoes, it was no surprise that I would fall in love with Zara’s home goods concept. Being a student and/or working in my first job, I had limited funds but still wanted my space to be as stylish as financially possible. The great thing about Zara Home is that it offers a designer feel for an affordable price. Now that I have moved back to the US I am very happy that I can fill my new life with an old favorite. Visit Zara Home's new US website here, and check out all of the amazing pieces!

Colorful Accessories: Bertil Vase and Olof Vase
Nesting Tables: Monocle Nest of Tables
Chic Rug: Istambul Rug
Cozy Throw: Apache Throw
Cool Gold Details: Vernon Tea Pot and Punk Tumbler
Whimsical Touches: Pedro Candle

Adorn Your Collar

At the beginning of the summer, while strolling through Forever 21, I spotted a rhinestone collar necklace. Four months later, it has become my most worn piece of jewelry. The most chic way to wear this piece is layered under a buttoned-up collared shirt. These necklaces add instant detail and dimension to any outfit.

1.Kate Spade Collar Necklace 2. River Island Gold Tone Diamante and Pearl Collar 3.Forever 21 Collar Necklace 4. Dorothy Perkins Gunmetal Stone Collar

Faux Leather VS Real Leather

Ever since the first hint of the fall season I have been doing my research on leather pants (a staple for this season). The major question for me was: do I buy the real deal or go down the faux route? I did my research and heard many convincing arguments from both sides. Faux leather is inexpensive, animal friendly and, if in the end you decide leather pants are not for you, not a big loss. On the other hand, real leather feels amazing and looks much richer. The cons for real leather are that leather can stretch and lose its shape, you need to bring them to a specialty cleaner and they cost a fortune! In the end I chose a pair of faux leather pants from H&M, and to be honest, I think they are just as good as any real pair I have tried on (plus they can be washed in the washer)!

H&M top and faux leather pants old. Check out get the look at the bottom of the post! 

H&M Ring/ Coach Bag Old 

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Mix Your Prints!

Mixing different prints is one of my favorite ways to add a little spice to my outfits. Sometimes it seems as if people are conditioned to think that print mixing is a fashion don't. It’s a huge fashion do! It can be a bit tricky but it’s all about having fun and trial and error. If you’re not too sure about it, take baby steps – try a striped shirt with leopard print shoes. Check out Karla's look at Karla's Closet  here. The pattern is broken up by the bottoms and makes the mix more subdued. If you’re a bit bolder, try mixing animal print with a winter floral. I can't get enough of this combo and have seen it on everyone from Oliva Palermo to Blair Eadie

 of Atlantic-Pacific; check out their looks here and here. What are your thoughts on mixing prints?

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Baby Steps: H&M Striped Top/ Reiss Magenta Slim Leg Jeans/ Calvin Klein Boots/ Tory Burch Priscilla Clutch
Dive Right In: Top Shop Animal Print Shirt/ Top Shop Winter Floral Cigarette Pants/ ASOS Scala High Heels/ ASOS Leather & Pony Clutch