Trend: Paneled Dresses

Paneled dresses are so hot right now - and uber flattering! It slims your silhouette and gives you curves just where you need them. #3 is my favorite, since it incorporates another trend for Fall, leather. Read more about the leather trend here.

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Wishlist Wednesday

I am loving all the fashionable sweatshirts I am seeing lately! So comfy, yet on trend. Pair with some liquid leggings, booties and you're all set.

Reverse Camo Sweatshirt

Polished for Fall

Fall is fabulous for so many reasons (fashion and football, namely) but also for the transition from bright polishes to muted ones. I've never been one who loves a bright color on my hand, so I gladly welcome when darks are becoming appropriate again. Here are the colors you'll find on me this Fall...

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Leather, Leather Everywhere!

Leather is one of the season's hottest materials - I've already added a few pieces to my closet, have you? Whether it's real or faux, the texture of the sleek and soft material pairs well with everything! See how some celebs rocked it during NYFW.

 Julianne Hough, Nicky Hilton, Kristin Chenoweth

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NYFW: BCBG Max Azria

The photos from the BCBG show incorporated a lot of black and white, and a lot of harnesses. That's right, 50 Shades of Grey is now inspiring ready-to-wear. What do you think of this trend? Do you think it will be big for spring, or just on the runways?

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Wishlist Wednesday

Free People Boyfriend Button Down Shirt

Bergdorf Goodman: 111 Years

For Bergdorf's anniversary, designers put together limited edition pieces inspired by the past and future of BG to celebrate. If I had a limitless bank account, here is what I'd choose. To see the complete collection, click here.

Moncler Fox Tassel Collar / Christian Louboutin Extreme Highness Platform / Proenza Schouler PS 11 Classic Bag / Valentino Crystal Rockstud Slingback / Salvatore Ferragamo Icon Tie / Marchesa Feather-Trim Cocktail Dress

Life According to Instagram

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1. First pumpkin spice latte of the season!  2. [A-mazing] Ranch rings from Firebirds  3. New sign (Etsy) so that I don't have to be bothered at home  4. Rebecca Minkoff MAC clutch

'Eua'lection 2012

I'm not as drawn in to politics as most Washingtonians are, but I had highlight these, in lieu of the election year. Purchase any Bliss product over $50 and you get your choice of lotion free.

Bliss 'Eua'lection Collection

And the winner of the $20 gift card to SkinCareRX, Apothica and/or skinbotanica is...Ekuwano. Congrats! Hope you enjoy the Oat Milk Lotion!!

Trend: Printed Denim

Gone are the pastel floral pants of Spring. Moving into Fall, it's all about the darker washes with muted prints. Pair with a light sweater and booties, and you're all set!

Cropped Denim
Skinny Denim

Today is the last day to enter my giveaway to win a $20 gift card for beauty products. Make sure you enter here!

Wishlist Wednesday

Seriously crushing on this handbag for Fall! It's the most perfect maroon oxblood shade, which is so hot this season (and a nod to my alma mater). Get in my closet!!!

Phillip Lim Pashli Leather Tote

The Fall Shops at Target

The Fall Shops at Target are now in stores and online - get them while you can! Here are my picks - what do you think of the lines?
PS. Don't forget to enter my beauty giveaway here.

Kirna Zabete

Polka Dot Sweater

Metallic Jacquard Skirt

Patch

 Throw

Woodgrain Pillow

Odin

Flecked Sweater

Shawl Collar Sweater

The Curiosity Shoppe

Service Bell

Straws and Swizzle Sticks

Fashion's Night Out

FNO Georgetown was a great time - full of stores with DJs, finger foods and cocktails. I scored the Garance Dore studio pull over (at a discount!) and this fabulous knit top with leather sleeves from Zara (similar here), along with some lip glosses from Kiehl's and Sephora. Did you celebrate FNO?

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1. FNO sign "in tweed we trust"  2. Jewels at Kate Spade  3. Live band / champagne tasting tent  

4. Handbags / shoes at Hu's Shoes  5. Leopard cuff at BCBG

My sister and I

Topshop + Nordstrom

Beginning today you can now purchase Topshop and Topman merchandise on Nordstrom's website, and in select stores. To see if the line will be in your local Nordy's, see the full list here.

Review: Rosewater Balancing Mist + Giveaway

After reading that Mario Dedivanovic (Kim Kardashian's makeup artist) uses Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist on his clients, I knew I had to try it. Because let's face it, KK's makeup always looks flawless. It took a little getting used to how far your arm has to be away from your face before you spray, to ensure you get an even amount everywhere, but I really do enjoy it. It's refreshing and provides a great dewy look that we all long for. WhoWhatWear Beauty wrote a piece on what face mists actually do, check it out here.

GIVEAWAY DEETS

SkinCareRX has offered a $20 gift card for use at one of their three websites (SkinCareRX, Apothica, skinbotanica) to one of my readers! In addition to the Rosewater Mist, they also carry some of the best moisturizers. To enter, visit one of their sites and provide the link to the item you'd love to try in the comment section, along with your email address. A winner will be announced on 9/14. For extra entries:

•   Follow me on Twitter here 
•   Tweet about this giveaway
•   Follow me on Bloglovin here

Disclosure: SkinCareRX provided me with a gift card that I used to purchase the Rosewater Mist, however, the opinions are my own.

Trend: Smoking Slippers

I love this trend for fall - and there are so many great styles to choose from to fit your style. Now if only I could decide which pair I wanted...
 

Flats
Slippers

Wishlist Wednesday

We all need a great tote, and this one has a fabulous design, and at such a great price!

Pour la Victoire Jade Medium Tote

Week in Photos

St. Marteen

That's us up there parasailing over the gorgeous island

St. Thomas

View from Paradise Point

Paddleboarding at the Ritz

Chris boogie boarding on the simulator onboard

Rock climbing onboard

Quintessential towel animal