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fashion: looks to copy

While I surf the internet for outfit ideas, I always stumble upon many ensembles I consider for myself. Although I click on where the pieces are from, I also prefer the challenge of recreating the outfits on a budget, from any number of my favorite department and boutique stores. Here are a few I am certainly going to copy, creating my own unique look: {click here and here for details of the outfits above}

ankle boots even for the summer

I’ve always loved ankle boots and wore them for years. But lately, I want to trade in my flats for the summer months for these ankle boots- we can afford to do that in San Francisco 🙂 – since the fog rolls in all summer, having us believe it’s really winter here. All booties can be found here

getting ready for a trip and what to wear

Normally I travel in the warmer months, sort of intentionally so I don’t have to pack sweaters, boots and coats in my carry on. But, this year, even my trips abroad is  turned around and I’m leaving much sooner than I planned, clocking my arrival across the pond, in the winter/not really spring season. So, packing is a challenge of course since I need to figure out how to dress warm and comfy, without hauling too much.  Of course, these outfits are a must: {photos and credit, click here}

a double take on winter fashion

Women, I think just as equal to men, look at other women, but mostly because of the fashion statement the admired is making at the time she is being looked at. I know I do. I look at a well dressed woman all the time, sometimes even do a double take, especially when she isn’t looking in my direction. What can I say, I appreciate a well thought out ensemble, a unique look or even something very simple, as long as it stands out and catches my eye. San Francisco, a city hardly like New York, Paris, Milan and maybe London, still surprises me sometimes. Especially when I walk about Union Square or Nob Hill, I get a glimpse of some fashionable women parading their attire, especially at a brunch get together at a fancy restaurant or an upscale department store. Winter time in particular is the most interesting and although we haven’t experienced true winter this year, I still see a few, insisting to dress season appropriate.  I don’t dare photograph them, no matter …

for the love of a woman – gift ideas

I always think it would be fun for a man to put together a casual ensemble for the love of the woman in his life, 🙂 and even if it’s a mere copy of the one below – the gesture is welcomed: 1. Coat: Joseph Man wool and cashmere-blend USD895 2. Pants: Ben wool-twill pants USD375 3. Sweater: T by Alexander Wang Ribbed cotton-blend sweater USD310 4. Boots: Burberry Shearling-lined leather USD895 6. Bag: Miu Miu Expandable leather tote USD1150 7. Scarf: Burberry Prorsum Polka-dot cashmere and silk-blend USD995 9. Sunglasses: Ray-Ban The Wayfarer USD150 {ensemble reference point, click here}

comfy designer boots for fall – winter 2013

Although I live in California and in all reality don’t really need boots like some other parts of the nation and the world, I do love incorporating them into my wardrobe. This year/season’s winners are: Chloe shearling-line leather wedge ankle boots USD1295 Esquivel Shelley two-tone boots USD685 Gianvitto Rossi suede ankle boots USD850 Rag and Bone Ayle suede boot USD595 Tory Burch Suede wedge ankle USD395 {Source: click here}

fashion: styles to copy on a budget

Leather Jacket: Altuzarra felt paneled faux leather biker jacket USD2595 American Eagle Vegan Leather Jacket USD99 Orange Top: Carven Cotton Trimmed printed crinkled sateen blouse USD340 Ann Taylor Flutter Shell USD69 Purple Top: Etro bead-embellished silk satin top USD810 Elizabeth and James Larissa Sleeveless USD95 Jeans: J Brand 811 photo ready mid rise skinny USD220 Gap High Rise Skinny 1969 USD70 Boots: Giuseppe Zanotti ester buckled suede ankle boots USD1195 Diane Von Furstenberg Cady Leather Zip USD350 Scarf: Lanvin Printed silk muslin scarf USD720 H&M Scarf USD20