ApartmentPhile: My Next Place Option III.

My boss got me thinking today. Not just about the massive to-do list I have looming over my head this week, but also about my current home situation. Instead of contemplating if the coupons were finished printing I had my mind wrapped up in duvets, chaises, and directional storage options. (Call it a job hazard if you like, but my mind often wanders to these places, unguided.) So her quest reminded me of my quest to decide my next apartment style whether it be funky, boho and super luxe like option two or chic, masculine and rich like option one. Now, I have another option to throw into the mix. It's a little less cold as the first option, a little more girly than the second and a whole lot closer to what I'm used to. Hey, I've been a single gal living on my own for quite some time...a little pink never hurt anyone. File as another choice.

[Images all via Pinterest, links to follow]

Marchesa Resort 2013

Call me crazy, but I feel like I have been swept up by the whole wedding season bonanza as of late. Friends are tying the knot left and right, Pinterest is overflowing with bridal boards, my mother is now talking about my wedding as if I have a boyfriend who is even interested in the notion, and my bank account is slowly depleting. For my dear friend's wedding which I will be a part of (my first!), I searched for months for a bridesmaid's dress, and after looking at a whole slew of them that just scream "hey, I'm uncomfortable and unflattering; pick me!" I was overjoyed to come across a lovely, understated but still appropriate dress from Asos (not to mention affordable.) And now, after pouring over Marchesa's resort  2013 collection, I couldn't help but admire the beautiful options for brides, bridesmaids and mother's of the bride alike. Whether for an understated bash or an all out glamour-fest, these looks are totally picture-perfect. File as hello, gorgeous.

[Images via: Vogue, Pinterest]

It Girl: Diane Kruger at Cannes 2012.

Diane was definitely having a moment during the Cannes film festival this past week- from premieres in Valli, to galas in Prabal and Chanel, and press junkets in a very daring (but oh, so perfect) Versus mini-dress- she stole the spotlight at every single event, red carpet or not. Oh, and her perfect accessory during the festival? Her eternally scruffy-cute boyfriend Pacey, I mean, Mr. Joshua Jackson. File as It girl status, well-deserved!


[Images via: Pinterest, Style.com, and elsewhere]

Marchesa Fall 2012.

Taking a complete 180 from yesterday, I figured it fitting to showcase one of the most romantic and not to mention gorgeous collections from the fall runways at New York- Marchesa. Never one to disappoint in the drama factor, this time around the duo (that's Georgina Chapman and Keren Craig) found inspiration in a slightly darker place, which affected their aesthetic in a truly stunning way. Skeleton printed slips, embroidery snaking like backbones down dresses, rich feathers and mounds of lace- I ate it all up, even though I'm not feeling in the most romantic moods this week. Mostly what I loved about it was that these girls are finally showing that their dresses aren't just a bunch of fluff.


[Images via: Vogue]

Lazy Sunday.

This weekend has proved to be quite the whirlwind which is why today, Sunday, I'll be taking some time to just lounge in my favorite chair next to my window, study for my histories of photography midterm and catch up on my blog reading. I hope that everyone has a relaxing and lazy Sunday before getting back to work on Monday! Stay tuned for all the fabulous posts that were intended for this weekend, this week. File as relax.

[Image via: Fashion Gone Rogue]

Top Shots MFW Fall 2011 Part I.

I love the play of textures and how the models held their bags at Prada.

Giovanna Battaglia, the ultimate Italian woman.

Rainbow bright explosion. Obsessed. 

Watch out for the Mercedes bus, this is Milan after all.

I love fashion that makes you smile, and this Pucci dress does just that.

New color combination to test out.

Could this little Chloe bag be any cuter? 

One way to keep warm. 

This was a deceivingly difficult post for me to compile from my files because quite frankly there was an exorbitant amount of beautiful and inspiring photographs to choose from. So in an effort to show almost everything I loved, this post will be split into two parts. One thing that I will say for sure about the photos I finally settled on is that the Italians know how to effortlessly and fearlessly use bold colors; mi piace molto.

[Images via: Garance Dore, The Sartorialist, Tommy Ton x2, The Sartorialist, Tommy Ton x3]