The Essentials: September 2014

I'm thinking boots, boots, and more boots for fall along with not-so-basic staples.

Yes it's true, I am gravitating towards lots of neutrals now. Probably because my closet is overflowing with color. So to increase my style options, buying neutrals is always a good idea! And since I did so well saving my cash last month (ugh, so many temptations too!!) I might as well pretend I'm going back to school and refresh my closet. 

Shop my wants below:

1. Rocket Dog Camilla Boots, 2. Biltmore Felt Fedora, 3. Madewell Lafayette Bucket Bag, 4. Kenneth Jay Lane Pendant Necklace, 5. Life is Good Terry Beach Hoody, 6. Citizen Ciao Lopa Beach Hat, 7. Cat Footwear Irenea Boot, 8. Leigh & Luca Storm Triangle Scarf, 9. Madewell Ultimate Leather Motorcycle Jacket, 10. Michael Kors Jet Set Travel Tote, 11. Madewell Silk Shirtdress, 12. Madewell High High Riser Skinny Jeans, 13. Nars Audacious Lipstick in Julie, 14. Converse High Top Sneakers, 15. J.Crew Cropped Cotton Sweater, 16. NUWI Quinoa Snack (perfect on the go drink), 17. Charles David Bermuda Flat, 18. Frame Denim Stretch-Denim Skirt, 19. Oak Fencing Hooded Top, 20. Topshop Shirt Dress, 21. Taos Boom Boots, 22. Splendid Jersey-Paneled Voile Shirt, 23. J.Crew Striped Cotton Top, 24. Taos Knitwit Flats, 25. Marc by Marc Jacobs Salty Pretzel Earrings, 26. Prism Sydney Sunglasses

Any favorites from the round up?

P.s. New favorite online store has to be Net-a-Porter... Like seriously, where have I been?!

Cozy Fall Essentials

One thing I really love about Models when they're "off-duty" is their ability to layer every day basics. Literally they throw on a bunch of layers and just head out the door.

Sunglasses: Asos (similar here)  Sweater: c/o Life is Good  Tank: Zara  (Under $7!!)  Purse: Asos  Leggings: Lyssé  Bracelet: c/o The Sak (Left + Right)  Rings: c/o Zoetik  Shoes: Nicole via DSW  Bronzer: Too Faced Milk Chocolate Soleil Bronzer

Well... If they can do it and look gorgeous then so can all of us! Decided to start off the month with the most coziest of all outfits normally spotted our long limbed friends: leggings and sweats. Preferred weapon of choice when it comes to leggings are these twist zip leggings from Lyssé. They're easy to dress down and up, fabric is thicker, and they're made to slim anyone up and hold it all in. 

Another favorite is my Life is Good's Beach Sweater. There have been many a nights where I end up passing out in this sweater just because I'm so comfortable (or lazy, can go either way). And yes, both of these pieces make layering a cinch.

Also... CAN YOU BELIEVE IT'S ALREADY SEPTEMBER?! The only plus side to fall's arrival is a lower Con Ed (hallelujah) which means new running sneakers which means more running. Ugh, Con Ed is really the bane of my existence.

Photos by Victor Cerejo.

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TSB: August Rack Up

August was all about dressing for creative work space, especially during the summer months. Here's a recap on my office summer style:

Sweater: Press Fashions  Lipstick: Half 'n Half via MAC  Boyfriend Shorts: Zara  Booties: Crown Vintage via DSW  Rings: Capwell+Co / Vanessa Mooney

Shirt: Kersh  Mini Skirt: Topshop (old but love this)  Shoes: Steve Madden  Purse: Tory Burch  Necklace: Atelier Yumi  Body Glow: Nars Body Glow

Shirt: c/o Life is Good  Boyfriend Shorts: Zara  Shoes: Old but Love These!  Purse: c/o The Sak (and on sale here)  Denim Jacket: Zara  Sunglasses: Ray-Bans  Body Glow: Nars Body Glow

Crop Top: Furor Moda  Skirt: Banana Republic (similar here)  Shoes: Birkenstock  Purse: Coach (similar here)  Denim Jacket: Zara

Shirt: Kersh  Shorts: Forever 21  Sunglasses: BeautyCon (similar here)  Denim Jacket: Topshop  Bucket Bag: Zara  Bracelet: Capwell+Co  Heels: Chinese Laundry

Denim Jacket: Topshop  Shirt: HM  Skirt: Nastygal  Shoes: c/o Bearpaw  Purse: Phillip Lim + Target Collection (find on Poshmark)  Ring: Vanessa Mooney (love this)  Bracelets: My Left - Various | My Right c/o The Sak  Bronzer: Too Faced Milk Chocolate Soleil Bronzer

Dress: c/o Press Fashions  Shoes: Nastygal (but love these!)  Purse: Zara (Similar here)  Necklace: c/o Athra Luxe  Bracelet: Capwell+Co  Bronzer: Too Faced Milk Chocolate Soleil Bronzer

I admit it was a bit hard to keep all the outfits office friendly, but a huge favorite at the workplace had to be the florals skirt look and the black dress from Press Fashions with the detailed sleeves. For the month of September and in honor of fashion week, the #ootd's will revolve around off-duty dressing. Should be fun! Now any favorites from this month that are more your style?

Here we go September!

Photos were snapped by Victor Cerejo, and SJ of FashinNY.