OOTD: Pencil Me In

Hello everyone…I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend.  Is it sad that I’m already looking forward to the holiday weekend? I love a 3 day weekend.  Do any of you have fun plans for the Labor Day weekend?  Unfortunately, I’ll be in town, but I’m going to enjoy every minute of it.  Anyways, for today’s OOTD I was inspired by the photo below from Anthropologie’s  April 2011 catalog.  I bought this pencil skirt several weeks ago and I’m really glad that I did.  Did any of you try it on at the store?  When I tried it on in my size it was a little snug around my hips, so I had to go up a few sizes.  I wasn’t going to buy it at first because the waist was too big, but I figured that the right belt would solve the problem.  I added the Expanding Diamonds Belt and I think that it worked out perfectly…what do you guys think?  So, I’m not a big fan of my shoes today with this outfit.   I grabbed the first pair that I saw by the door, but I would love any suggestions that you all may have.  Thanks in advance!

Shirt: Anthropologie Lace Tracing Tee

Skirt: Anthropologie San Pedro Pencil Skirt

Belt: Anthropologie Expanding Diamonds Belt
Shoes: Urban Outfitters Pump (similar here)

Inspiration Photo from Anthropologie's April 2011 Catalog

xoxo Natasha

Fresh Picks to Follow: Zigzags

Happy Saturday everyone! I’m sorry that I’m a little late in posting my Fresh Picks to Follow this week – again.  This seems to be a routine lately.  I went to bed pretty early again last night because I had to be up this morning at 6:30am.  I met up with my running partner for a long run – a whopping 9 miles.  Anyways, here is my post.

I just got my September issue of Marie Claire and I learned that Missoni is designing for Target for a limited time.  On September 13, Missoni for Target will hit the stores with a 400-plus piece collection.  The Italian label will cover everything from clothing and home items to bikes and outdoor furniture.  The collection will be available from September 13th until October 22nd.   The prices are pretty reasonable too – the items range from $3.00 to $599.99, but most of the items are under $40.00.  I’m excited - Go Target!

The family-run fashion house Missoni has been at the forefront of Italian fashion since husband and wife Ottavio and Rosita Missoni started designing their unconventional patterned knits in 1953. The brand is famous for its unique knitwear, made from a variety of fabrics in a kaleidoscope of colorful patterns, such as zigzags, stripes, geometrics, and abstract florals.  Check out this press release (here) from Target for more information about the collaboration.  Here are my top 10 Missoni for Target items for this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow.  Are you looking forward to seeing this whole collection?  Do you own any Missoni pieces?  Let me know.  

1. Target – Missoni Silk Scarves…$19.99 each

2. Target – Missoni Sweater Dress…$54.99

3. Target – Missoni 5-pc. Espresso Set…$39.99

4. Target – Missoni Knit Clutch…$22.99 / Missoni Tote…$34.99

5. Target – Missoni Umbrella…$19.99

6. Target – Missoni Sweater Dress…$54.99 / Missoni Rose-Embellished Sweater…$44.99
7. Target – Missoni 3-Speed Ladies’ Comfort Bike…$399.99

8. Target – Missoni Throw…$39.99

9. Target – Missoni Travel Tote…$49.99 / Missoni 21Twister Carry-On Luggage…$169.99

10. Target – Missoni Rain Boots…$34.99

xoxo Natasha

Fresh Picks to Follow: Mad for Plaid

Happy Saturday everyone! I’m sorry that I’m a little late in posting my Fresh Picks to Follow this week.  I went to bed very early last night because I had to be up this morning at 6am.  Why so early, you ask?  I met up with my running partner for a long 7 mile run.  I’m still a little tired.  Anyways, here is my post.

My nieces started school a couple of weeks ago and the local students are going to start school on Monday.  It seems early right?  When I think about my elementary school days, I always think about my uniform that I had to wear from 1^st grade until 8^th grade.  That’s right everyone, I went to private school and I truly enjoyed my experience there.  Unlike many of my classmates, I really didn’t mind wearing the uniform.  Did any of you attend a private school?  Did you love or hate your uniform? 

This week’s post is all about my love for plaid.  Fashion designers went mad for tartan plaid this fall.  This classic print appears each year, but in my opinion the designs just keep getting better.  For example check out Jean-Charles De Castelbajac’s collection here for some beautiful plaid pieces.  Here are my top 10 plaid items for this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow.  Will you be wearing plaid this fall?  Do you have a favorite piece?  Let me know.  

1. American Eagle – Favorite Plaid Shirt…$29.99

2. Modcloth – Betsey Johnson Simple Plaid-ition Dress…$97.99

3. Modcloth – Plaid to Be Me Skirt…$49.99

4. Hot Topic – Red Black Silver Plaid Knot Flats…$14.99

5. Modcloth – Precisely Plaid-matic Skirt…$64.99

6. Urban Outfitters - Cooperative Plaid Professor Satchel…$59.00

7. Anthropologie – Moorland Oxfords…$168.00

8. Forever 21 – Plaid Woven Scarf…$5.00

9. Sporto – Evi Plaid Boots…$45.00

10. Urban Outfitters - BDG Plaid Ruana…$42.00

xoxo Natasha