New York State of Mind

There is something about the atmosphere of New York that fulfills me with an electric endless energy.  The motivation and creativity that surrounds and coats every inch of every block leaves me feeling refreshed and always wanting more. Time in New York this time around is especially exciting - because apartment hunting is on the horizon...and an apartment has been found (Hi, Central Park!). There is nowhere quite like New York that holds my captivity for my passions of fashion, nutrition, beauty, and fitness. Did I mention aesthetic? Soho definitely packs a punch as the perfect back drop to the most soul fulfilling and confidence creating outfit. 

The simple structure of this double-breasted wool coat by Halston Heritage is paired with the frills and fuss of my top from Cinq a Sept. Basic high waisted black jeans have been tucked into my mind boggling beautiful new babies, Givenchy suede and leather ankle boots. For minimalist accessories, I chose my quilted Chanel sunnies + my Celine tote that will be a forever staple among my closet. The most fitting item in this outfit for the theme of my endless admiration for NYC is my Jet Set Collection New York bracelet by Ashely Bridget. Simplistic and straight to the point - two characteristics that always catch my eye. 

Coat: Halston Heritage || Top: Cinq a Sept || Bottoms: Just Black Denim

Shoes: Givenchy || Sunglasses: Chanel || Bracelet: Ashley Bridget || Bag: Celine

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Hello...It's Me

Hello...it's me...fully channeling my inner Adele! Although its been awhile since I've blogged - an outfit like this is what keeps me coming back to share. 

I'm all about a minimalistic, cool, city type of style, so when I came across Tobi, the style alarms went on full blast. Aimed at infusing each one of their pieces with a casual, cool, and sexy city attitude - I just can't get enough. Plus, it's all online at www.Tobi.com. Amazing clothes online + upcoming holidays...hmm...seems like the perfect pair!

An example of something I can't get enough of? This Look Back Lace Up sweater. I used to despise turtlenecks, believing they were uncomfortable and not so chic. This turtleneck sweater on the other hand is the exact opposite. The intricate lace up back spices up this classic piece. 

I paired this cropped sweater with my favorite pair of high-waisted black jeans. I added this pair of denim to my collection on my trip to Nashville (which you can see on my Instagram @StepInsideMyCloset). These come from JustBlack and are the best fitting / best colored pair of jeans I've come across in my hunt for the perfect pair. This shorty knows that a good pair of high waisted jeans can make your legs go on for days.

Chiara Ferragni. Enough said, right? Not only do I look up to her as a blogger, but the girl knows how to make some stellar shoes as well. These lace up black heeled booties struck my heart with their stiletto heels. Plus - they're suede, which just means they're a knockout!

If you kept up with my birthday Instagrams you would know by know that I've welcomed my new Chanel mini flap bag into my life. Honestly...what more is there to say about this bag? It's a classic. You're in love with it just as much as I am, I know it. 

Now we've come full circle and are making our way back to Adele. I've done many lip-syncing performances of her song Hello on my Snapchat (SInsideMyCloset) and did not let the opportunity to do it again slip away...especially with this jacket. I mean we all know the jacket I'm taking about from the music video right? This black imitation of the one hails from Zadig & Voltaire. Its chic appearance and Adele embracing attitude deems this a staple in my fall / winter attire!

What piece of clothing makes you feel like a star? Let me know in the comments below! 

Top: Tobi 

Jacket: Zadig & Voltaire

Bottoms: JustBlack (Similar)

Shoes: Chiara Ferragni  (Similar)

Purse: Chanel 

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Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Tobi; all opinions are my own!

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The Night Before Christmas

The Night Before A Blog Post

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house,

not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

The presents were hidden for friends and family with care,

in the hopes that in the morning, some fashionable items would be there.

Everyone else were nestled all snug in their beds,

while visions of fashions danced in their heads.

And me and my DVF dress, my earrings from The Shopping Bag too,

had just awoken to open a gift or two.

When atop the clock there arose such a clatter,

I sprang to the floor to open the gifts whilst my heart went pitter patter.

Away with the wrapping I tore like a flash,

Tore open the box and threw up the sash.

The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow,

gave the lustre of mid-day to objects below.

When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,

but a new pair of Charles David Mary Janes fit for this dear. 

With a beating heart and hands so lively and quick,

I threw on the shoes to find they were just the right fit.

More rapid than eagles I tore open another,

and found a Chanel lipstick in such a lovely color!

Now DVF! now, Charles David! now, The Shopping Bag and Chanel! 

To the top of my closet, from the top of my wish list! Now sparkle! Sparkle away! Sparkle away! 

...

I sprang to my computer, my blog on my mind,

to let my readers know how they were so kind!

But in the post too, I couldn't help but write,

Happy Christmas to all, and to all a goodnight! 

Dress: DVF

Shoes: Charles David

Earrings: The Shopping Bag

Lipstick: Chanel

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Style Scents

"No elegance is possible without perfume. It is unseen, unforgettable, ultimate accessory." 

- Coco Chanel

Every gal or guy has their go-to everyday perfume or cologne. It's, like Coco Chanel says, the ultimate and most important unseen accessory one can wear. To me, perfume can embody your personality. Your perfume can change based on the season, your look, or much less your mood! It represents the look your trying to achieve just by a smell - and I think that's incredibly fascinating. 

My go-to daily perfume is Pacifica's Vanilla Perfume. It's young and sweet and lifts my mood up every time that I put it on. It lingers after I leave, so that I am often remembered, and to most...I smell like a walking vanilla cupcake. Who wouldn't want to smell like vanilla cupcakes all day long? When I'm not going through just an ordinary day, but rather going somewhere a little bit more upscale, I reach for the all time classic Chloe. It's light and flowery, but has a trace of a bit more maturity. Not the mention the bottle has completely captured my heart.

My love of my countless (seriously, my perfume collection has gotten a little out of hand...) scents led me to slip on this River Island Perfume Bottle T-Shirt. It's got all the elements that I adore. From perfume, minimalism, graphics, to sparkle! I love how the perfume bottles are inspired by the classic Chanel perfume bottles, it gives it a much needed fashionable and girly touch. The minimalism and graphic elements go hand in hand. I am all for a good ol' basic graphic tee - and this one fit the bill. Lastly, and most obviously, this shirt has my love of sparkle all over it! The small rhinestones were the perfect touch, making it not just a run of the mill tee.

After keeping it simple with my go-to pair of jeans, I decided to dress up the look a little bit with my suede Burberry black boots. These boots are basically the love of my life (under the winter shoes category of course, one can never love just one pair of shoes!). I know that spring is here, but the weather hasn't really shown much recognition of the season yet, but suede isn't just a winter fabric anymore. From it's debut on the runway, suede is coming back full force this spring and summer. I'm sorry, it's just, these shoes are literally so classic and chic that I just can't even.

Onwards now to accessories! Along with my perfume, I obviously had to wear my Luxe Perfume Bottle Clutch from The Shopping Bag! This purse has become my prized possession ever since I got it at the beginning of the year (which you can see in my New Year's post!). It's black, it's shiny, and it's the shape of a perfume bottle! What more could one expect for this outfit? It was the final and the perfect last missing piece for this outfit...with the exception of actual perfume of course.

What's your favorite perfume? Let me know in the comments and make sure to check out more of my favorite perfume and River Island tops below!

Top: River Island

Bottoms: Abercrombie & Fitch

Boots: Burberry

Bag: The Shopping Bag

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