If I lived in London I think I would live at Harrods. In the two times I went there I could have spent pretty much all day in that store (maybe even a week). Like they say in the Parent Trap, you could get lost in there. I was checking out their website the other day and came across a ton of great pieces by Stella McCartney and Alexander McQueen, two of my favorite designers.  Luckily I own one piece by each of them (well, McQ by Alexander McQueen), but would love to add any of these to my wardrobe. What are you craving at the moment?

Stella McCartney: I am just loving all the neutral colors and animal prints.  Any of this could fit seamlessly into my wardrobe. DYING over the shoes, aren't they perfection!?

Alexander McQueen: These pieces are mostly my "dream life" wardrobe. If I had unlimited money and went to tons of parties, this is what I would wear.


* Disclosure: This is a PR collaboration, I was paid for the post, but all opinions are my own.

Oh look, it's my new necklace again. Told you I didn't want to take it off!  I wore this on an unseasonably warm day, but that still called for double sweaters. Hopefully you aren't getting sick of these Burberry loafers, you'll be seeing them for quite some time. Definitely one of my favorite buys last year, as is this Everlane cashmere sweater!

Song of the Day: Here, There and Everywhere by The Beatles

Black Sweater: Burberry Brit (Net-a-Porter sale), Burgundy Sweater: Everlane, Jeans: Free People, Loafers: Burberry Prorsum (Net-a-Porter sale), Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom', Necklace: Grandma's

My favorite things posts are usually reserved for clothing or accessories. But today I thought it was fitting to share one of my favorite stores, Roundabout Resale.  Roundabout opened in Westport, CT in 1989 and expanded to New York City in 2008 and currently have two stores there. They recently announced they will be opening a third store in New York City this March. Information on the store is as follows:

Roundabout, New York's leading purveyor of luxury resale and discount couture, is pleased to announce the Spring 2014 opening of a second Upper East Side location at 1100 Madison Avenue (between 82nd and 83rd Streets) having acquired the lease of the space currently occupied by Lumas gallery.

I have gotten some of my favorite pieces from Roundabout at amazing prices.  I mainly wait for their sales but sometimes I go in and just can't resist splurging on a one of a kind item.  Below are some of my favorite buys:



And a gorgeous Tracy Reese dress that is waiting for the right occasion. Maybe my cousins wedding this Summer, but there is the slight problem of it being white-ish. But I think it's far enough from a pure white dress that it will work.


And here is some more basic information on Roundabout for those of you who are interested:

Owners Laurie and Richard Perren created Roundabout 25 years ago with the goal of having the best consignment / resale store in the country. With their unique business model they not only offer an amazing selection of pre-owned designer items from America's best closets, but through direct relationships with boutiques, showrooms and designers they are also able to sell current and past season "new" items at a discount of up to 70% off original retail. From cutting edge Alaia to classic Chanel, Roundabout is able to stock the finest labels in fashion at incredible prices.

By providing customers with a similar luxury shopping experience as neighboring high-end retailers, along with the assurance of impeccable condition and quality, Roundabout is able to obtain a higher selling price and therefore a higher return to the consignor than the current fad of online resale sites. Roundabout pays 66% of the selling price to consignors of Chanel, Hermes and Louis Vuitton handbags and 50% for all other merchandise.

* This is NOT a sponsored post

Another day, another outfit, another blazer.  I do love my blazers, definitely an addiction. Whenever I see a new one I want to buy it, most of the time I resist.  A couple weeks ago I inherited this gorgeous topaz and diamond necklace from my Grandmother and I never want to take it off. It is so gorgeous and makes me feel like I always have her with me. I can visit her whenever I want since she lives next door, but it's fun to have a piece she used to wear.

I'm still getting used to my short hair so, for this outing, I tried a mini french braid in front to keep the shorter hairs out of my face. I find it easier than using a barrette, I can never get them to stay properly. BUT then when I take it out I have crazy kinky hair. Funny that I used to WANT my hair to look like that back when I was in middle school. It was all the rage! So for gymnastics I would french braid my hair, and then take it out for school the next day.

Blazer: Gap (Coco's), Sweater: Vanessa Bruno (Coco's $10 sale), Jeans: Michael by Michael Kors (Marshalls), Flats c/o Joie, Topaz Necklace: Grandma's, "M" Necklace c/o Gorjana Griffin, Watch: Skagen (Rue La La),  Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom's

Monday it was back to the office after 2 glorious weeks working from home.  Don't get me wrong, I enjoy going to the office and getting dressed. But when I get 3 extra hours sleep and don't have to do my 5 hour round trip commute I am just so much more bright and happy. It also helps that I don't have to go to bed at 10pm like an old lady.  But it was back to business this week.

P.S.  The Net-a-Porter U.S. clearance sale is in its final week, and you can get an additional 20% off sale by entering GIFT20 at checkout.* The sale ends at midnight PST on Thursday January 16. *The 20% discount code does not apply to the following brands: Givenchy, Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu, Chloe and Fendi; or items marked "Final Reduction" 

Monday: Sweater: Madewell, Jeans: rag & bone (Shopbop), Boots: Chloé (Roundabout Resale), Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom's

Tuesday: Sweater: Marc by Marc Jacobs (Marshalls), Jeans: Genetic Denim c/o Piperlime, Boots: Eighteen68 'Megan' (Gilt), Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom's

Wednesday: Top: French Connection c/o Marhsalls, Jeans: Michael Kors (Marshalls), Boots: Cordani (Roundabout Resale),Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom's

Thursday: Dress: Diane von Furstenberg (Coco's), Sweater: J.Crew (Roundabout Resale), Boots: vintage, Watch: Skagen (Rue La La), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom's

I discovered a great brand a few weeks ago through work and have been meaning to post about it for a while.  It's called Maison Jules and is inspired by iconic Parisian street style, a collection of classic pieces with a modern twist. The line is sold at Macy's stores and is pretty affordable, though some pieces are over $100. Below are some of my favorite pieces (click the image to shop):

Here I am in my one clothing item I got for Christmas. Unless you count a Harry Potter shirt I got, can't go a single Christmas without a Potter gift now can I? (I did get this blazer too, unfortunately it didn't look good on me.) I've had my eye on this coat for a while and luckily it went on sale just in time for Christmas.  I emailed my mom a few days before Christmas to let her know it went on sale just in case she had gotten it from my list and wanted to get an adjustment. That's just the kind of gal I am, always looking for a deal, even with other people's money.

Song of the Day: Pixeleen by Steely Dan

Coat: Zara, Sweater: Zara, Jeans: Michael by Michael Kors (Marshalls), Flats: Chanel (Roundabout Resale), Bag: Etienne Aigner (thrifted, $2!), Rings: vintage, Brilliant Imports snake ring & Mom', Watch c/o born pretty