Style Inspiration: Pencil Skirts And Graphic Tops

Pencil skirts and casual/graphic tees/sweaters are absolutely going to start happening this season for me. It's the perfect combination of classy and quirky, and I love it. I think the first time I saw this combination was on Kate Bosworth and fell in love immediately with the little owl peeking out of her peplum-ed tweed pencil skirt. And that velvet bow - I die.

Images via: The Budget Babe, Stripes&Sequins, January Lace, Pinterest, Bought by Birdette, Refinery29

Style Inspiration: Ashish Spring 2013

There are literally no words that could express how much I love this collection. Mixing glitter and sweatpants, ripping up overalls for the accidental cutout shoulder (or collarbone or waist) look, hair thrown up with 90's style scrunchies that perfectly says "I'm a grad student subsisting solely on caffeine and adrenaline (but still fashionable, dammit)", and trainers paired with polka dot palazzo pants.

Me too, model who so unbelievably perfectly embodies this collection. Me too.

Stream of Consciousness On Zara

I stumbled across the Zara TRF September Lookbook via BecauseImAddicted and I love love love it. Largely because of just this first image:

First thought to cross my mind: HOLY MOLY I cannot wait until I can start wearing beanies again, how perfect is that deep maroon?? Also, those boots and that coat and that simple shift dress - soooo good! Add some tights and you've got my perfect winter outfit. (See: Canada)

Second image: hmm, that'd be super easy to DIY. Just take a regular chambray shirt and bleach the crap out of everything but the shoulder piece.

Third image: I TOTALLY have that jacket, except different (mine's leather with black sequins, but the concept is the same). I need to wear it like this ASAP.

The rest of them: yep, toootally wouldn't mind wearing that.

How To: Spice Up A Classic Look

Get a (well made and classic) handbag. This is my number one fashion quest at the moment. Because, I mean, come on. They add an extra bit of classic to the usual jeans and a white tee combo, making it just that much more awesome.

(okay and maybe a beanie makes this outfit awesome too)

Native Fox, Modern Hepburn, Lauren Conrad, The Sartorialist, ASOS FashionFinder, LookBook, Kendi Everyday

Fall Style Report: Cozy, With A Chance Of Sequins

In line with my recent obsession with all things soft and warm and cozy (cue Sheldon's infamous kitty song), I've found that most fall fashions I've been seeing have a bit of something extra - sparkle! Whether it's sequined patches on a chunky knit sweater, an ultra-glittery tank dress worn underneath an oversized cardigan, or just some sparkly accessories paired with an otherwise warm fall look, I'm obsessed.

And WhoWhatWear agrees with me, according to their Fall 2012 Trend Guide!

not technically fallwear - more like a transition outfit, but still!

Images via: whowhatwear, becauseimaddicted (here and here), studded hearts (fellt) (here and here), chictopia, net-a-porter, bentrovatoblog tumblr, Oh So Glam, APAAS, and Pinterest (couldn't find links to original photos)

Style/DIY Inspiration: From The Most Unlikely Source

I'm already in the mood for crisp fall nights, sweaters, tall boots, and cozy scarves. Never thought I'd be drawing style inspiration from the infamous Miley Cyrus, but here we are with this just perfect fall sweater with embellished shoulders. Some chains, some studs, and maybe a patch and you've got yourself some celeb-inspired fall-wear!

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Style Inspiration: Glitter in Unexpected Places

Jeweled shoes paired with plain denim and a sweater. Cat-eye glasses with just a touch of rhinestones on the tips. Preppy and punky and old school and glamorous - basically, I just love this entire School of DSquared2 campaign. SO much DIY and style inspiration.

Images via Dsquared

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