CHLOE BOWLING SHOES

I want this entire outfit. I would live in it.

Sharply cut and hemmed trousers, a romantic blouse, a drapey lose-yourself-in-it cape, the perfect fall shoe.

The only thing I would add is a vintage belt.

Leather laceup wedge boot

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BREATHTAKING OR IMPRACTICAL?

Missoni Vaniglia Mohair-Blend Dress

I love Missoni as much as the next person, but this is one of those pieces that would just have to stay on the runway. Who would buy this thing? It may be a work of art, but it's completely unwearable. I would be stressed out the entire time. The telltale dark orange tag is a bit tacky, in my opinion. The chic hobo aesthetic of this collection appeals to me, but not at the expense of...well...being able to wear it more than once.

Let me know if you have any thoughts...

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YSL IMPERIALE WEDGE BOOT

*high pitched scream*

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SNAGGED: A LOT

Wow, this has been a bad month for me. In the space of two weeks, I purchased my first ever designer dresses. One is by Dries van Noten. It is made of navy blue silk with intricate silver beading (and other stones) at the neckline. I'm looking for the perfect vintage belt to cinch it with. The other is from Vera Wang's Lavender Label. I think I saw it on Gilt several months ago, but in a longer version. It's grey wool with sheer black neckline, shoulders, and sleeves. The back is a plunging V with a little bow at the bottom. I really hesitated buying it as I was on vacation and there would be no way to return it if I changed my mind. But I'm really glad I purchased it.

I bought yet another pair of Cole Haan Nike Airs. Talk about some strong brand loyalty. I think my CHNA shoe count is up to five. These are different from my heels and flats though -- brown laceup ankle boots that are so comfortable I could do laps in them.

Right now my apartment is a mess as I am getting some repairs done and most of my furniture is crammed in my bedroom. I'll be sure to take pictures of my finds once everything settles down (probably next week, as I am going to the beach for Labor Day weekend!). The pile of things to sell has exploded in one corner of my room, and I'm tired of looking at it. No more excuses!

I NEED NEW SHADES

Summer's almost over...

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Ungaro

Love everything about this.

I don't think I can pull off such minimal footwear.

Still pining for these Stellas, nude or black.

I wouldn't mind the dress either.

I love interesting collars and contrasting colors.

I have no idea how those shoes stay on.

Jil Sander makes the best shoes.

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Stella

Love the shoes, too.

The slant makes the legs look longer.

Mary Kate and/or Ashley Olsen has a pair of black heels with the same slant.

It's like the Louboutin Helmut, except more so.

I need someone to ID it stat!

Stella

I adore edgy lace.

Ralph Lauren

I love the dress, the coat, and the hat all together.

If I had to pick, I'd take the coat.

I've wanted a poofy skirt long before Sarah Horseface Parker.

Marchesa

I wonder how the fringe looks when she's walking.