Thakoon Fall 2012.

Let me count the ways I love thee. Seriously, since today is supposed to be all about love (and the closest thing I have to a Valentine would be my puppy roommate Mr. Leo Jones) I wanted to share a little Valentine with you- a day for loving all the new fall fashion coming down the runway at New York Fashion Week. Exhibit one, another stunner from Thakoon. Although it wasn't quite as over-the-top, lust-worthy or innovative as his last few collections (see Thakoon pre-fall, and Thakoon spring) it was still one that was full of lovely details (see that leopard collar and those jacket constructions,) not to mention it was right on for the Valentine's Day trend at NYFW. File as case closed. 

[Images via: Vogue.com]

Party Girl: Valentine's Lunch.

Valentine's Day has never been one of my favorites (probably because it's usually filled with overpriced dinners and forced gifts) but that doesn't mean it's not a perfect opportunity to gather up your friends (both single and not) to have a day to celebrate all the love. Throw in a big bowl of pasta, some champagne punch, chocolate cake (duh) and a super romantic all-white table setting and all your friends will be totally in love with you. File as simply lovely. 

[Images via: Pinterest, which I can't link to because it isn't working for me this month!]

Look of the Week: Scarlet Letter.

[Image via: Pinterest, which hasn't worked for me in the past 3 weeks :( so no link for you!]

My Apologies...

So these past few days have been seriously busy for me- job hunting earlier in the week, my dear friend coming to visit me as well (and who still hasn't left...we are having so much fun I plan on keeping her hostage for a while) and not to mention some last minute projects that had me occupied for the last three days. I looked at the calendar today and couldn't believe that it was already the 10th. I'm not sure where the beginning of the month went. But alas, I wanted to check in and let you know that I'll be back to my normal self come Monday (my friend does have to leave for a job up North) with tons of fab posts, including NYFW collections! Until then, stay tuned for a few weekend posts to keep you distracted...and very hungry, too! File as happy weekend, loves.


[Image via: Unknown source with text added by this one right here]

Style Accordingly.

[Image via: Pinterest with text added by me]

Marry the Night.

As a girl who has a serious problem with overspending on fabulous dresses, I can always appreciate a source for champagne fashion on a beer budget. (Blame that reference on the Super Bowl.) So, when I was reading my email the other day and saw New for the Night (full site launches later this month) in my inbox calling out to me like a beacon, I have to admit I was rather ecstatic. The perfect place to find your next party dress, this Houston-based retailer (hometown shout out) allows you to rent a dress for a basic period of three days (more will cost ya) giving fashionistas the opportunity to avoid repeating those swanky dresses at special occasions. Because let's face it- why have just one dress when you could borrow a whole closet full? File as multiple wardrobe changes.

[Images via: New for the Night]

It Girls: The Clarins.

Claire, Prisca, Jenna and Virginie all seem to share the same style gene. Well, maybe not the same style gene, but one that definitely allows these It Girls to cultivate distinct personal styles (and the bank accounts to support them.) The two sisters- Claire and Virginie- and their two cousins- Prisca and Jenna- have been all over the style scene this past year, appearing at the Met Gala, the couture shows in Paris just two weeks ago (2nd row, gasp, at Christian Dior behind Cameron Diaz, Olivia Palermo and Natalia Vodianova,) Fashion Night Out and every big style party in between. Their last name may be synonymous with high-end beauty right now, but come spring and it will be known for high fashion as well. File as family matters.


[Images via: Google, bitches]

Edited: SportsCenter.

For those of you not so interested in that big football game that's happening today, here is a little sports-inspired eye-candy to ogle. It's Ms. Ginta Lapina all tied up in the hottest look for spring, with a sporty twist of course. Who doesn't love a good game? File as go team.

[Images via: Fashion Gone Rogue]

Eats: Monterey Chicken.

I know, I know, It's Super Bowl Sunday and I should be sharing a recipe that would be the perfect item to add to your appetizer party tray; however, I am not particularly a football fan (I'll take basketball or hockey please) plus I find that for these things, the chips and grilled meats are always the first to go. In my belief, today is not a day for fancy-shmancy little appetizers. So instead, I want to show you how to make a super quick main course- full of flavor, simple to prepare and ready in a flash- my version of Monterey chicken. Because once the game is over, you're going to need something to wake up your palette. Keep reading after the jump to see the full recipe. File as yum-oh.

Haute Couture 2012 Recap.

Giambattista Valli  |  Chanel

Valentino  |  Christian Dior  |  Elie Saab

+ Top Shots from backstage and the streets

Click on the links above to relive all the couture madness.

[Image via: Vogue.com with text added by me]

Art Eye: Sandy Bottoms.

Even though I featured Christian Chaize here once before, his newest print for 20x200 is just calling out for me to share with you. I'm not sure if it's the amazing weather today here or just my obsession with all things beach vacation, but the only thing I want to do right now is step right into this picture. Taken off the coast of Portugal, Chaize has a way of capturing the scene so that it is ever so close, but just out of reach. Buy the 11x11" print here for $60; it's a bargain compared to the airfare. File as take me away. 

[Image via: 20x200]

It's Friday, Love.

[Image via: Fashion Gone Rogue]

Top Shots: Couture Shows 2012.

One day I will own a Givenchy jacket! 

Could Arizona Muse be any cuter?

My new favorite shoes. GORG.

Light and beautiful. 

All lined up and ready to go.

So black swan.

Allright, these shoes and pretty fab too.

That Giambattista Valli coat is out of control!

Some very fashionable bag ladies.

A shearling coat never goes out of style.

Far shot, so perfect.

The perfect couple.

The Versace girls are hot, hot, hot.

Who better to finish it off that ADR. LOVE.

[Images via: All over! Vogue.com, Style.com and more]

Chanel Couture Spring 2012.

For spring Karl Lagerfeld took us down under to the sea but at his couture presentation last week, he brought us back up on dry land, well a little bit higher to be precise, all the way up into the open air. Air Chanel, departing from Paris, was a directional statement for the fashion house, yet the clothes weren't anywhere near what you'd wear on even a domestic flight. Instead he took from the air a lighter approach- the sparkly night sky on pantsuits, heavy clouds showed up in beaded dresses and the color palette was blue, blue, blue. Overall, what could have been like a bad Pan Am flight became something more exquisite, more refined and definitely more lust-worthy. File as arrived.


[Images via: Vogue.com, Google]

Hello, Gorgeous.

[Image via: Pinterest, quote via Elle Decor]