Printemps.

What I'm craving now that the weather has been shifting towards spring. 

1. Jeans jeans jeans. Not stretchy-legging jeans, I want 100% cotton or as close to it as I can get. I have a perfect pair of black skinny Adriano Goldschmieds that are 98% cotton, and I've been wearing them religiously for the past 3 years. They faded to a perfect washed-out shade for a while, but their days are soon coming to an end and I'm on a hunt for something new. If you have recommendations, let me know.

2. Pointed-toe stilettos. More specifically, the "Agnes" cigarette heels from Jimmy Choo in black suede. Paired with the rolled-up skinnies... oh my. The Alexander Wang "Liya" pumps are my runners-up.

3. A ring for every finger. I usually lean towards barely-there silver jewelry, but the Balenciaga knuckle dusters are insane and make me feel a certain way that jewelry rarely ever does.

None of these pictures belong to me.

Something to look forward to: H&M Spring 2013.

I know I might be a bit late in posting about this, but the more I look at H&M's spring 2013 collection, the more I swoon. Of course I'm in no hurry to get to spring, what with this 55 degree "winter" and all, but I will definitely be looking forward to this. 

A heavy influence from both Isabel Marant and Balmain is pretty clear, and the collection leans towards my preferred style of casual yet sophisticated. At the top of my list are the cream-colored embroidered jeans, the black embossed-leather jacket & skirt set... and maybe the loose red suit. Just hoping that H&M at Fashion Valley will be carrying these, since driving up to South Coast Plaza will require some real dedication.

It's really quite simple.

Lately, my outfits have been pretty simple. I'm constantly running around for work, and I find that I feel best in a quality cotton tee, tight skinnies, and some toe-bearing heels. I can't stand going out without a belt (don't know why) and I feel like this specific one would elevate any jeans outfit to another level, perhaps with some plum colored lipstick and a funky bag.

Also, I have been on the search for my "perfect" sweater to replace the one that I purchased last Christmas, enjoyed for about 3 months, and lost. :( I have no idea where I'll find it, but I do know that it has to be nude in color, not too fitted yet not too chunky, and very fuzzy but without the itch factor. When I find it, I'll post!

     

 

Tie dye sweater by Raquel Allegra, Tubereuse candle by Dyptique, Splendid white tee (which I'd like in every color of the rainbow),  Belt by Elin Kling for Guess by Marciano, and Chloe heels.

Tati Heels.

How perfect are these low heel kicks? Perfect for ladies like me that want a bad-ass flair without having to do a balancing act at the same time. These are at the top of my ever-growing list.
Available here.