LE LOOK DU JOUR

I am seriously in love with this outfit worn by Laura Love at Coachella. 

This look is simply perfect.

I love the vintage boho feel that the denim on denim does for this outfit. 

The accessories, rounded sunnies and crossover body bag, are exactly the right amount of detailing. 

This outfit deems respect for being so effortlessly chic

in such ridiculously hot weather. 

xx, 

Akl

Spring Accessory Thrills

I'm loving this new Spring trend of wrist candy- especially when it comes to cuffs. 

Here are a few of my favorite cuffs, which I definitely cannot afford,

but a girl can dream.. (also find a good knock off :p ) 

Dear Charlotte Yellow Vermeil Imperatrice Cuff

Mallarino 24 Karat Gold Cuff

Aurelie Bidermann Gold Plated Lace Cuff

Dior; My Dior Cuff

Roberto Cavalli Leather Cuff

YSL Gold plated Lace Effect Cuff

xx, 

Akl

Trend Spotting : Coachella Fits

Everyone has been talking about Coachella for months;

and now we can finally see which people did their homework

                                             and came to the festival fashionably prepared.  

Brie Larson

Kate Bosworth

Lilo in lace & mint.

Diane Kruger 

the ultimate winner though...

Ernest Hemingway's great granddaughter, Dree Hemingway in D&G and looking absolutely fierce.

xx, 

Akl

Dr Martens X Liberty of London

I typically wear very delicate looking shoes. My ultimate favorite shoe is a pointed flat; 
it's just so classic and girly. 

As of recently, I've been trying to challenge my style boundaries,

by looking for new trends that I would normally stern from. 

Introducing a pair of Dr Martens that I would love to purchase:

Liberty London prints! This print is so darling.

I love this feminine look on such a bad ass shoe:

 totally girl meets boy. 

Perfect love story. 

What do you think about this collaboration? ?

xx, 

Akl

Trend Alert: Plaid

It's not like plaid ever goes out of style,
 but this fall it's bringing a new level of chic. 

So sorry, polka dots, I still love you, but I am ready for a change.

Plaid is such a great versatile fabric
 that can be worn in many different styles and colors.

Tory Burch, by far, had the best usage of plaid.
 Sometimes I find plaid to be a bit masculine,

 but Tory Burch's Fall collection demonstrates that plaid is just as girlie. 

Here are some of the best executions of this hot fall trend: 

Just one of the many combinations Tory Burch does with plaid:
Metallic and Plaid

Plaid Combo: Green Plaid

Plaid Combo: Blue on Red Plaid

Plaid Combo: Sequins and Plaid

Final Tory Burch Plaid Combo: Florals and Plaid

                         

Band of Outsiders also does a great job with plaid.
Red plaid seems like a typical color choice when wearing plaid,but this look is fresh.
I love this western look with the heavy trench, because it doesn't weigh down the dress. 

L.A.M.B. does a great job at showing a younger way to of wearing plaid. 

This plaid suit reminds me so much of clueless. I love this modern take on a classic look. 

The neon pop of color really highlights plaid well. 

Just a quick look of how plaid has transformed over the years.
Definitely loving this ensemble though. So 90s chic,
duh. 

xxx, 

Akl

Spring Obsessions

This spring has been fabulous with all of the trends taking place at the moment. 

Here are some of my personal favorite spring trends: 

COLOR BLOCKING:

I love this concept of dressing- it actually makes the process a lot easier! Some of my favorite color block combinations are with bright colors, such as neons or pastels, but it also works with more muted tones. 

My ultimate favorite color block combo: bright fuchsia, a solid green, and light coral/orange. 

A bold pastel color block from 3.1 Philip Lim

A more subtle color block: Carolina Herrera

BOLD PRINTS

(especially when paired with other prints):

Try a matching print suit in a fun floral:
seen here from the J.Crew Spring 2012 collection

Mix & Match Prints:
Thakoon Spring 2012 Collection.

I am really digging the quirky fun prints in trend this season. From floral to geometric, the list of different patterns is endless in style this season. For the average shopper, I think this trend might be overwhelming, but as a fashionista, I think it is a definite must for everyone. It's bold, daring, and most importantly interesting to style. 

Tips for execution: 

Throw on a bright floral blazer and pair it with an amazing dotted/striped/plaid skirt.

(OKAY, maybe some people will think this is too much...)

OR, you could be a little more discreet and do a dotted blouse with a geometric patterned style pant.

COLORS OF THE SEASON: 

Tangerine and Mint (another fabulous color blocking combination), which also works really well with my other recent obsession of soft pastels and metallics.

The tangerine hue is to die for- it makes any outfit pop.
Street style from the amazing Tommy Ton

Fabulous color block combination with this Spring's two must have colors:
Great geometric pattern with mint/black/orange/white color scheme-
Narciso Rodriguez

MINT, MINT AND MORE MINT!
Ray Ban Mint Sunnies, so cute!

PEPLUM: 

I am a girlie girl, so I am overjoyed that peplum styles are back- such a simple, yet glamorous style. 

I also think this trend is great and flattering for women of all sizes.
**Check out the first picture for the print trend...I spy a peplum top**

Leo printed peplum top by Giambattista Valli.
This would look amazing with another printed trouser or skirt.
 I would definietly pair this with a geometric print.
 grr baby. 

SPORT COUTURE:

I am NOT a sporty girl, but at least with this Spring trend, I can pretend to be one.

Probably one of the mot expensive sneakers a person could buy, but oh how chic!
Isabel Marant Sneaker

Wetsuit Inspired: Vera Wang 

I actually really like this trend: it's so Sporty Spice, but with Posh's attitude. 

SPRING ACCESSORIES:

Choker style necklaces- as long as they don't consist of puka shells!

Spiked Choker from F21

Metallic accents- whether it is on your feet or shoulder: this look is hot!

Celine Spring 2012 collection:
Trapeze in multicolor calfskin royal blue

Sam Edelman's Yelena Sandal

Alexander Wang's Anais Metallic Loafer

Wrist Craving- lots and lots of bracelets/cuffs/bangles: keep them piled on!

Find some cheap bangles  that you can layer with some nicer ones.
Like this set of 18 of glittered bangles from F21. 

Woven Striped Bangle; F21

Modern Contrast Bangles; F21

Eccentric Sunnies- keep people wondering about the girl behind the crazy glasses: style diva, duh. 

Tom Ford's Calgary Squared Oversized Sunnies

Christian Lacroix oversized round sunglasses

Some of the images here are definitely out of my price range, but is a great help for some inspiration. 

xxx, 

Akl