In The City: Part II - Trend Spotting

Like you would when your in a theater of 500 stylish teens from around the world, I had my eyes peeled for some of the biggest trends to share with you! I have to say that the wide brim floppy felt hat took the cake! 

Nordstrom has such a cute selection...

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I spotted them worn with anything from jeans and a cute shirt to vintage dresses!

How do you wear your wide-brimmed hat?

XO ROSIE

In The City: PART I

Hi everyone! I must apologize for being MIA for so long, but I've returned with tales from the Big Apple too! I got to go to my second year of Teen Vogue Fashion University, and am hoping to share with you some style posts as well as what I've learned from the likes of Michael Kors, Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler, Betsey Johnson, and Jason Wu!

Let's start with some what-I-wore!

Before packing I fashioned myself up an inspiration board, and after being convinced that all I needed was a sequined skirt, I went on to pack for my trip with these stylish gals in mind...

With that, here is what I wore on the first day in the city!

This trip was just me and my dad, so we decided to go "museum-hopping" for our only open day. We visited The Metropolitan Museum of Art (pictured) and The American Museum of Natural History. I had an event for Fashion U and a broadway show to see later that night, so I wanted something versatile that could switch to night quickly in our time crunch! I wore my polka-dot dress with the scarf-turban, comfy boots, and a warm coat!

...and here is the look transitioned to the evening! There was a shopping event at H&M for all the Fashion U students (first impressions!) then we set off to Times Square and to see the broadway show Anything Goes (so so cute, ps!). I glammed up my polka-dot dress with a jumble of jewels, a metallic belt, and black bootie-heels.

Now on to the main event, Fashion University! Taking hints from my inspiration board, I wanted to look a little scholarly, a little glam, and extra comfy for a long day of classes. I wore a vintage sweater with a vintage beaded necklace-collar, a black skirt with a carmel-colored ribbon around the waist, and "fatforms" (if you will) with sheer black socks with a little gold glimmer! A ponytail and (faux) frames finished it off!

Unfortunately I didn't get a picture of my 2nd day of University's outfit (a white slightly morroccan linen dress with subtly striped tights and Jeffrey Campbell booties, from none other than Nordstrom), but here are some other outfits I wore on the trip. Pictured on the left is what I wore to dinner the first evening of our arrival (striped tee, floral skirt, boots) and the second is what I wore on our last day in the city while perusing the Museum of Modern Art (slouchy sweater, skinnies, TOMS, and an aztec-print sweater)!

Coming up next... Michael, Alex, Betsey, and Jason!

XO ROSIE

Nailed It

I love all the fancy nail art that's been popping up around the web as of late. Though I don't have particularly excellent left hand coordination to do a very good personal manicure, I'd love to give these mini works of art a try this fall!

FOR OMBRED FINGERS: light, medium, dark

FOR NEWSIE NAILS: neutral

FOR TECHNICOLOR TIPS: blue, red, magenta, gold, grape

FOR A TRIPLE THREAT: teal, taupe, silver

What colors or patterns are you looking forward to this fall?

XO ROSIE

Chanel Beneath the Sea

There's lots to love about Chanels 83 (eighty three!) piece Spring/Summer 2012 collection. So much so that I'll just have to point out a few favorite highlights, and then leave you to watch the entire show here.

#1: The location.

The Grand Palais is breathtaking in and of itself, but transformed into frosted white marine-scape...

#2: The pearls.

I was dying over all the pearls happening in that collection. Belts, jewelry, blouses, and lined up along spines... 

#3: Florence.

In case you were wondering, Florence Welch (of Florence + The Machine) may or may not make an appearance. From a clamshell.

It's really worth just watching the whole thing.

Here are some of my favorite looks...

XO ROSIE

Mix It Up

If you're like me, with the change of seasons not only does your wardrobe change, but your music library rotates too. So long Pumped Up Kicks, Vampire Weekend, and The Beach Boys. It's fall now and I'm ushering in a new set of tunes.

I love BP's new collection of "Stationary & Journals" and love this Chronicle Books CD Packaging Kit! I'd much prefer a floral-topped disc than sharpie scrawled across the standard silver!

Since we're on the subject of music, I thought I'd leave you with a little mix of my own. Music can be such an inspiration even for your wardrobe! So here you are...

ROSIE'S FALL 2011 LIST TO PLAY:

1: Reasons to Love You - Meiko

2: Tokyo - Imagine Dragons

3: Double Trouble - Jack and White

4: The Cave - Mumford & Songs

5: Ghosts - Laura Marling

Oh, and while your listening, feel free to take a gander at this button making kit! Seriously. Want. And what I would give to have this little guy by my side while blogging away! Actually all of Juicy's desk/office "supplies" are to die for!)

XO ROSIE

BP Round Up: In love with... Button-Ups

Nothing seems more fitting for fall than a button-up shirt. Whether it be utilitarian chambray, classic silk, rustic plaid, or pretty floral, paired with a cozy sweater, it's a quintessential fall ensemble...

Solid : Chambray : Plaid : Floral

I love how these ladies pull off the button-up...

photos : pinterest

Fall is upon us...! What will you be wearing?

XO ROSIE

BP Round-Up... Favorite Fall Frocks

I haven't had much time to take a gander at BP's current stock of dresses lately, but I'm glad I finally got around to it! They've got some darling dresses right now! Here are my favorites and how I would wear them:

dress : blazer : boots : tights : hat

I love everything about this Lush Crossover Asymmetric Hem dress; the fabric, the colors, the details. Paired with some of my favorite accessories for fall like Dr. Martens and a floppy felt hat, the dress takes on a more casual and cozy look. A blazer and tights add warmth against cool fall breezes.

dress : skirt : heels : belt

Nothing says fall like a rich red hue, and this Lush Crystal Pleat Kimono dress is the perfect shade. For a bohemian layered look pull this skirt on under the dress with just a peek of pattern and ruffle. Heels and a skinny ombre belt keep it polished.

What are your favorite fall dresses from BP?

XO ROSIE