High End to High Street

There are plenty of "lust-worthy" fashion pieces I am drooling over at the moment. And because the real deal is not realistically obtainable, I have hunted down more affordable versions. High Street is a term often used in the UK for shops that are for the everyday girl....in other words, it will not leave a hole in your wallet. Below are my currents scores of the look-for-less.

Xxx, Steph

Saint Laurent Jane Sandal $795

Shoemint Shiva Sandal $79.99

Balenciaga Brass Tube Rings $205 single, $765 set of 5

Asos Tube rings $14

Publik Gold Wrap Around Tube Rings $20

Fairground Style

{Rag & Bone Floppy Fedora, Ray Ban Aviators}

{Outfit 1: Topshop Heavy Embellished Cami Top, Low Luv by Erin Wasson Pendulum Necklace, Adriano Goldschmied Cut-off Shorts, Zara Collection Ankle Booties}

{Outfit 2: Topshop Peek-a-boo Crop Top, Mystic Tiger Necklace, One Teaspoon Shorts Rocco, Jeffrey Campbell Everly Cutout Booties}

{Outfit 3: Motel Larry Cheetah Crop Top, Raidne Gold Collar Necklace, Levi Hipster High Waist with Studs, Isabel Marant The Dicker Suede Ankle Boots}

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Festival season is already in full swing and Coachella is just around the corner. Fairgrounds, depending on location, can be tricky in terms of attire...dusty, crowded, hot during the day and cold at night. With this in mind, ideal outfits should consist of easy layering pieces and closed toe shoes to avoid broken toes in massive crowds of crazed music fans. Proceed with style and caution.

Cut It Out

1.  Number 6 Clutch, Sass and Bide

2. Laser Cut Playsuit, Topshop

3. Laser Cut Crop Top, Topshop

4. DVF Leather Shorts, TheCorner.com

5. Alice & Olivia Dina Laser Metallic Pumps, Bergdorf Goodman

6. Something Else Laser Star Blouse, Madewell

7. Tibi Dress, TheOutnet.com

8. Blue Laser Cut Vest, Awear.com

Hi Friends! Wow! Where have the last few weeks gone?! While I was away, I went to Hawaii to visit my childhood best friend, flew home for a quick trip to Sacramento, celebrated my birthday, got a fabulous new car, and have been mapping out the next few months of what is going to be a crazy work and social schedule. I decided as much as I love my blog, some other areas in my life required me to take a quick break to focus on my family, friends and yes, work. I definitely am guilty of becoming addicted to my computer, phone, ipad, etc.! It is nice (and important!) to set these devices aside every once in a while and truly appreciate life. And although I may be away from my computer, it doesn't mean I haven't been thinking about fashion! Of course, THAT would be impossible. Inspired by fashion....always.

One of the trends made more accessible by technology is laser cutting. I absolutely love the modern feel of laser cut clothes, shoes and jewelry. Maybe it's the artistic side of me that is drawn to these clothes (I love abstract art!). And I find the femininity and intricacy is the perfect amount of detailing. If you're tired of the cutout trends, this is a more subtle way to get the same look and show a lot less skin! This necklace/harness below, by Sass and Bide, is out-of-this-world amazing. Laser cut metal....yes please!

Xxx, Steph

Uniform

Uniform by banjoeyes featuring distressed skinny jeans

My uniform as of late consists of skinny jeans(distressed, more on those later this week!), a blazer, a simple tee, a killer pair of booties and a few long necklaces. As you can probably tell from my recent outfit posts, I have been gravitating towards black and white combos. Classic! In the next few months as it begins to warm up and I get some color back in my skin, no doubt I will start to wear color again. Until then, here are some more great pieces currently on my black and white wish list.

Xx,

Steph

3 1 Phillip Lim sleeveless tank top
lagarconne.com

Boutique blazer
topshop.com

J Brand distressed skinny jeans
net-a-porter.com

GUESS by Marciano leather high heels
guessbymarciano.guess.com

Jil Sander cotton tote
stylebop.com

Horn jewelry
lespommettes.com

Domestic - Flock of Gulls Wall Sticker
$44 - connox.com

Trend: Utilitarian

Circling back to my outfit post the other day, Utilitarian fashion is largely present at the moment. Trends resurface decade after decade, but with a new twist; as fashion is always evolving. Remember the J Brand Houlihan Cargos everyone was wearing a few years ago?! Simple, workwear inspired, with a modern military edge... I am really liking Utilitarian fashion this time around.

Xx, Steph

{Color Block Sweater, Joseph $390} {Bullet Shell Necklace, Rock&Rose $30} {Surplus Jacket, Ecote $99} {Cap Toe Military Boots, Jeffrey Campbell $180} {Oxblood Jacket, Republic $80} {Zip Bottom Military Tote, Topshop $72}

{Me! Outfit details HERE} {Navy Sweater with Gold Buttons, Isabel Marant $765} {Jason Wu Dress $1,365} {Leather Skirt, Reiss $275} {Military Rib Bustier, Topshop $20}

{Military Holy Harlot Necklace, Balenciaga $195} {Camo Sweater, Chicwish $50} {Surplus Vest, Pull&Bear $64}

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