Wednesday Wishlist...

I get so excited when the new J.Crew catalog comes in the mail... especially when it contains the first glimpses of a new fall collection! Even though it will be at least 90 degrees tomorrow, I'm already thinking about my fall wish list..

1. Polka dotted cashmere... yum!
2. Classy patent flats with a little golden heel
3. Fancy tweed A-line mini skirt

I might even stop in the store this weekend and see them in person. Did you get your J.Crew catalog yet? What are your favorites? I hope you have a great rest of your week... it's been a long one but we're almost there! =)

Wednesday Wishlist...

This past weekend we enjoyed every second of the most beautiful weather in NYC. Everyone was out in central park: sunbathing, boating, and picnic-ing. I wanted to bring some of that sunshine into my closet and neon yellow accessories definitely brighten things up!

I pinned this zebra scarf a while back... it's so cute and whimsical! I'm thinking about investing in a statement bag this summer. This one is gorgeous and I'd love it in black or tan. And of course, neon makes everything happier. Have a great rest of your week =)

Wednesday Wishlist...

Happy Wednesday, everyone! I've been seeing floral pants pop up everywhere while out window shopping and browsing my favorite blogs. It's almost enough to make me want a pair of my own! Now that a new Anthropologie moved in a few blocks from my apartment (a very gorgeous space at that, it's at 71st and 3rd if you happen to be in the area!), I might just hop in on my way home from work and try these on with a cute chambray shirt.

And now for backstory on those lovely red-soled sandals...

When I entered the contest, I knew that part of the prize would be a gift from Christian Louboutin and Bergdorf Goodman. I also knew that I would get to keep the dress I made. Of course all of the designers were dying to find out what these mystery gifts were going to be!

When I went to pick up my design from Bergdorf Goodman PR offices, I was given my dress in a garment bag and a Bergdorf shopping bag completely stapled shut. I really wanted to rip the bag open in the downstairs lobby, but I contained myself long enough to carry it all home...

I got to my apartment, opened the bag and there were my beautiful Alta Dentelle shoes from the contest, wrapped in tissue paper! Also inside were two little boxes, one had a gift card to Bergdorf's and the other revealed a gift certificate to Christian Louboutin... enough to buy at least two pairs of his amazingly gorgeous shoes! The perfect end to an amazing journey that I still can't believe happened =) Time to go shoe shopping!!

Wednesday Wishlist...

The weather is getting chilly here in NYC and it's making me want to bundle up in cozy sweaters. Yesterday the BF and I went ice skating at Rockefeller Center... part of our staycation. We both needed a break from work and decided to spend the week doing all those New York City things that we never have time for. It's been so relaxing just staying home, sleeping in, and wandering around the city.

I'm still looking for the perfect pair of new boots. I'll hopefully be able to try these on in the store tomorrow to see if they fit. This cozy fair isle sweater looks toasty warm, and it's already cold enough to sport a pair of glittens! Even though I'm sad that fall only seemed to last a week (we had snow last Saturday!!!) I am excited that peppermint hot chocolate is back at Starbucks. I had my first of the season yesterday. =) Stay warm and have a good rest of your week!

Wednesday Wishlist...

I'll be honest, this post isn't entirely a wish list... I bought these red pants this past weekend...my first official fall purchase! Now I just need the top and bag to go with =) I've been thinking about red pants ever since I saw this chic look in Elle. Luckily I found this more affordable version at Express. They fit great and I can't wait to complete the outfit.

This weekend my Dad is coming to visit and I'm looking forward to some quality family time. The BF is going to cook a special vegan dinner and hopefully the weather will be perfect so we can spend the day out and about experiencing the city.

I hope you have a lovely rest of your week, Friday's almost here!

Wednesday Wishlist...

It's the height of summer and all I can think about are bright colors and keeping cool. Milly makes an incredibly cute skirt that I've been pining after for awhile now. Throw in a pair of ballet flats and a ladylike satchel and I'm sold!

I'm proud to say that this sketch was created in my new make-shift studio on an actual (gasp!) desk. I can't tell you how happy it makes me to have a designated drawing space. Just a few more finishing touches and I'll reveal my project!

I hope everyone has a lovely week. It's been a bit quiet in the blogosphere... perhaps we're all too hot to type! Stay cool and happy August =)