Style Guide: L.L. Bean Fall Must-Haves

Although this summer was definitely one for the books, I'm definitely ready for the fall season to start. If today's odd rain storm wasn't the first sign of it, I've already got my Simon & Garfunkel Spotify playlist in full swing, and have stored away my flip flops. To boot, the L.L. Bean Signature catalog came in the mail yesterday and got me so excited for cozy fisherman sweaters and boots! Shop some of my favorites on the links below. 

Cotton Fisherman Sweater

Interlocking Nautical Belt

Bean's Leather Vacation Bag

Shearling-Lined 10" Bean Boots

Wicked Good Moccasins

*all images via l.l. bean

Style Guide: Cinza Araia

New (to me) designer. I love, and think I may need, these boots. Too bad she currently only has shops in Tokyo and Milan. Below is her mission for her 2012 collection. Keep an eye on this one and view more here.

"Continues the research on shapes, volumes and designs

through the overlapping of different and outdated materials. 

Innovative techniques liven up elaborate and suggestive creations, 

even when street-styles and male looks inspired.

The color palette rarely moves away from the rigor of black, 

although it embrace deep shades ranging from brown to grey. 

The collection spirit remains the expression of the fantastic game of decomposition and composition, 

aimed to the representation of a dreamy woman, almost an alien one."

Object of Desire: Alexander Wang Cardigan

I've been searching for the perfect versions of a couple of fall staples and I can now check one off the list! This Alexander Wang chunky cardigan will look super chic with tailored black ankle pants and flats. I love Alexander Wang's neutral palette. Shop The Outnet here. 

*image via the outnet

Style Guide: Fall Favorites

It's Ocsnowber! Well, it is if you live in or around New York City. My family and friends had a very unwelcome snow storm this weekend while I enjoyed 80 degree sun in the desert. But, I have to say I'm a little jealous. I really love bundling up with tights, boots and sweaters. Alas, here are some fall favorites to get you through the fall season that never happened on the east coast, and inherently doesn't exist here in LA. Shop below!

1. Rag and Bone Floppy Brim Fedora. Shop here. 

2. Stella McCartney Geometric Diamond Dress. Shop here. 

3. Fogal Grey Himalaya Tights. Shop here. 

4. See by Chloe Leather Moccasin Ankle Boots. Shop here. 

5. Mulberry Alexa Satchel. Shop here. 

Object of Desire: Maison Boinet Belts

Growing from a button business in 1858 to house of leather accessories by 1931, Maison Boinet sits on a century and a half of experience, a fact fully evident on every inch of these French belts. Just in time for fall fashion, shop Opening Ceremony here.

Style Guide: West Coast Casual

A few things to note here: 1) This bag is amazing and comes in a million colors. 2) These Mui Mui sunglasses are fairly cheap coming in under $200 bucks. 3) I've been living in Zara's flow-y blouses like this one this fall. 4) A few pairs of skinny jeans in different washes are a must. 5). Tod's loafers. Enough said. Shop below.

1. Givency Nightingale Bag

2. Mui Mui Aviators

3. Zara Pocket Blouse

4. Citizens Avedon Skinny Jeans

5. Tod's Heaven Loafers

Object of Desire: Theysken's Theory Pump

These shoes are ridiculous. The gradation from patent leather to fabric is awesome, and I love the ankle strap. If I only had somewhere to wear 6" heels. Shop here before they're completely sold out. 

Fall Weekends

I wish I was able to experience true fall weather- I really miss it! It doesn't exist in L.A., but luckily, I have family and friends back in New England to tell me all about the leaves and colors changing, and I can live vicariously through images like these. I'm looking forward to boots, scarves, plaids and Barbour jackets. You can take the girl out of Connecticut, but you can't take Connecticut out of the girl. Bon weekend!

*images via atlantic pacific & bippity boppity boo

Object of Desire: Built by Wendy Popcorn Crew

I'm a sucker for dots- polkas and swiss, specifically. So when I saw this sweater from one of my favorite designers, it was love at first site. 

I first fell in love with Build by Wendy my sophomore year of college while I was walking around Chinatown in Manhattan on a cloudy fall day. Their almost-hidden storefront is so unassuming, but I was pleasantly surprised to find a line worth following for many years to come. Calypso had a similar style to this a couple of years ago, but Built by Wendy does it right this season, especially with the button-up detail in the back. Cute enough to wear to work, and perfect for laid back winter weekends. Shop here.

Style Guide: One Fall Day

Today's overcast weather inspired me. I miss those falls days in New York walking around the Village where it's warm enough to not wear a jacket, and you feel free enough to roam around anywhere and everywhere. This outfit is perfect for that! Or, if you don't live in New York anymore like me, wear it everywhere else.

Thierry Lasly Lively Sunglasses, shop here.

ACNE Romantic Felt Wool Skirt, shop here.

James Perse Cotton Jersey Top, shop here.

Chloe Marion Suede Ballerina Flats, shop here. 

Fall 2011 Fashion: Sass and Bide

The combination of orange and pink has been a favorite of mine since Hermes' 2008 advertising campaign shot in India. Sass and Bide's fall 2011 line is reminiscent of this with their with richly concentrated brights- oranges, fuschias and yellows. Loving this trend.

*images via style.com

Object of Desire: Loeffler Randall Coat

Loeffler Randall Draped Pocket Coat. Drop-shoulder coat with draped front pockets and 3/4 sleeves and leather belt. A must have! Shop here.