CURRENTLY OBSESSED

Hey boos!
I wanted to introduce you to CURRENTLY OBSESSED! It's a fun new site where you'll be able to follow your favorite bloggers + see all of the amaze things they are coveting. Not being a personal style blogger, means you only get to see what clothes, shoes + accessories I'm personally obsessing over in my weekly OUTFIT COLLAGES- Currently Obsessed now gives you a chance to see what's on my wish list 24/7 ♥

The first 200 of you to use the code LE_FASHIONObsessed, will get a chance to check out the site before it launches! Are we coveting the same goodies? Let me know!

x

MY AFTERNOON AT HARRY WINSTON

ph: Ana Schechter

Last week, I was invited to HARRY WINSTON on 5th Avenue for lunch and to check out their iconic engagement ring collection. The moment I stepped through the door I was in diamond heaven! I was given the opportunity to create my dream engagement ring with Harry Winston designers. My dream design would then be sketched for me to take home. I got to see every diamond cut and setting imaginable. I mean, I just about died slipping these rings on my finger! Seriously, the most sparkling beauties I have ever seen! The design I fell in love with was a classic three-carat, round brilliant diamond solitaire ring ♥

We then headed to Harry Winston's old private office (via his tiny personal elevator!), where we were greeted with a delicious elderflower cocktail- one of the best I've ever had! Over cocktails, I got to watch the beautiful video I exclusively posted for you above, showing the design making process of these engagement rings from beginning to end. Ring making is truly an art!

Over the three course lunch we chatted about the diamonds and got to hear some great stories about Harry Winston's history, their charity involvement, and hear about some amazing celebrity and royal encounters. Before leaving, I was presented with my personalized engagement ring sketch- a perfect souvenir that I will make sure to show my boyfriend every chance I get! ;)

Overall, I truly appreciated the personalized experience and getting to learn more about the history and art behind these creations. I want to send out a huge thank you to the Harry Winston team for one of the dreamiest afternoons I've ever had!

Head on over to HARRY WINSTON to check out all of their engagement rings.
I dare you not to fall in love with one!

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Elle & Harry Winston. The opinions, as always, are my own.

SALE TIME!

Shopbop's AMAZE sale starts today! Yay yay yay! Here are my top picks from the site...

1. Juliet & Company Celebration Necklace
2. Gorjana Star Studs
3. 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Mini Satchel
4. 10 Crosby by Derek Lam Wide Leg Print Trousers
5. Karen Walker Super Duper Strength Sunglasses
6. Opening Ceremony par Robert Clergerie Paul Suede Platform Pumps
7. Books with Style- Carine Roitfeld: Irreverent
8. Nixon The Spur Watch
9. Sam Edelman Alvin Smoking Slipper Flats

For more shopping inspiration check out my OUTFIT COLLAGES!

Happy shopping!

xo

NEW MUSE: LUCY CHADWICK

lucy chadwick by the selby for zara

i came across this gorgeous video + couldn't help but share.
i got emotional watching this, as often happens when i am so inspired by something.
lucy chadwick is so much what i aspire to be in regards to both my personal style + lifestyle.
her effortless looks + her (brooklyn?) home are amazing! i appreciate the simplicity most.
hearing her talk about her art + being involved with art installations reminds me that i haven't picked up a paint brush since college, which is so sad. as an art major, i was painting + creating 24/7. it's definitely something i want to start doing again. another thing to add to my long list!

ps- make sure to check out lucy's london home. it's just as charming!

SIMPLE LEATHER SATCHEL

ph: michael marrs for where did u get that

my friend + fellow blogger, Karen of WHERE DID U GET THAT, has me thinking about getting a simple leather satchel- they bring a classic touch to any look. a black one would be cute too!
my favorite satchels at the moment are...

· J.Crew Edie bag >> Karen's wearing this one in the 2nd photo!
· Madewell Lil Briefcase Bag
· See by Chloe Carmen Satchel
· Coach Classics Small shoulder bag
· Warehouse Leather Color Block Satchel
· ASOS Saddle Satchel

LE FASHION X STYLEMINT

· lenox shirt | mother denim | illesteva sunglasses | sachin + babi necklace | chanel bag | burberry platforms
· sunset shirt | a.l.c. skirt | eliz & james sunglasses | junghwa necklaces | céline bag | balenciaga platforms
· prince shirt | zara pant | céline sunglasses | pamela love necklace | givenchy bag | theyskens' theory wedges

i had a great time styling three of my favorite STYLEMINT tshirt designs...
the LENOX, SUNSET + PRINCE, with clothes + accessories from my own closet ♥

it's no secret that i love mary-kate + ashley olsen's style (ahem, olsens anonymous!) + adore the lines they design. when i heard they started stylemint i was super excited!

STYLEMINT is a member only tshirt club with exclusive shirts designed by mary-kate + ashley olsen. it's a great personalized way to shop for tshirts- you take a quick style quiz + then designs are chosen for you every month based on your fashion personality profile. the best part is it's super affordable! head over to their site to find out more + to check out all the other great tshirt designs. in fact, now's the best time...

STYLEMINT is offering a special promo code to my readers!
new members can use the code: LEFASHION to get 10% off their first tshirt! (expires 11.30.11)

KAIN LABEL • THEONNE • THE ETERNAL

ph: my own

a few weeks ago i stopped by a preview for three great collections...
KAIN LABEL, THEONNE + THE ETERNAL♥
i fell in love with with so many pieces, from the cozy + sweet knits from KAIN LABEL,
to the silky + feminine pieces from THEONNE + the luscious leather from THE ETERNAL.
i'm all about textures, so this visit was a treat. how amazing is the grey leather in the 6th pic?!

here are some of my favorite kain label pieces available now...
- Kain Label Parker Coat
- Kain Label Classic Stripe Pocket Tee
- Kain Label Decca Jacket
- Kain Label Kai Blouse

SACHIN + BABI

ph: my own

last week i stopped by the SACHIN + BABI showroom! ever since seeing + posting my fav looks from their s/s 2012 collection, i was dying to see it in person. i had the pleasure of meeting babi while there. she was sweet + down to earth. sooo refreshing! babi walked me through the collection + explained some of the inspiration for this season- from 60s prints + silhouettes to rorschach inkblot-inspired cuffs, which is the perfect detail for a psych buff like me! everything was bright, gorgeous + wearable. i can't wait until it's available ♥

ps- how amaze are the gold dagger earrings in the last photo?!
SACHIN + BABI are having a giveaway for a pair of these beauties! To enter...

- make sure to 'like' sachin + babi on FACEBOOK
AND
- leave me a comment on this post with your name + email

good luck!

xo

OUI

as you guys must know by now, i am not-so-secretly obsessed with this dior ring.
i found the next best thing on STREET BAUBLE! i nearly died when i came across it.
it's perfect + has the delicate detail i was looking for. in fact, i loved it so much,
i ended up getting another to have as back up. you can get this lovely >>> HERE!*

*the latest one sold, but no worries! go HERE + click 'contact' on the upper right sidebar,
so you can send a message + request to have one made!*

ps- street bauble is having an october giveaway. the winner can pick anything $50 or below, including this ring! check all the details on their facebook page. good luck!

xo

TIDBITS

ph: my own



it's official... i'm seriously addicted to instagram ♥

i wanted to share some of my shots with those of you who aren't on there.

if you decide to join or if you're already on instagram you can find me under 'LeFashion'!

here are all the details from my images above:



row 1: me/covergirl 'spellbound' lips | pamela love necklace + j.crew denim shirt | ASOS goodies

row 2: isabel marant sneakers | some of my shoe collection | acne shearling jacket

row 3: bracelets from cc skye | my Alvy bebe | f-troupe shoes

row 4: D+G 'l'imperatrice' perfume | rag & bone/f-troupe x2 shoes | my YSL arty ring

row 5: soludos espadrilles | a painting of mine from college | my JiJi beast

row 6: starbucks passion lemonade iced tea | pamela love necklace | j brand jeans

row 7: f21 ring | my sleepy lil monsters | elizabeth & james lafayette sunnies

row 8: kelsi dagger sandals | f21 clutch + fur tail from an LA flea market | suno skirt

row 9: close up of one of my tops | nail color- china glaze 'japanese koi' | colin stuart heels

row 10: giuseppe zanotti booties | meryl streep in 'manhattan' | victoria's secret beach goodies

row 11: favorite white manicure | equipment 'sophie' blouse | burberry platform sandals

RED HOT

i've fallen head over heels (pun intended!) for my new JEMMA boots from DOLCE VITA ♥
can't wait to wear them with a cropped black pant for fall!

PRADA OMBRÉ FRAMES

ph: my own

as some of you you may remember from my last glasses post, i had been asked to be a LENSCRAFTERS ambassador + was invited to one of their stores here in NYC! when i arrived,
i had a quick eye exam where i got to see 3D images of my eyes- i'm a nerd + loved it!
i then had a fabulous time checking out their amazing selection ♥

the best part of my visit, was finding out that they could turn any sunglasses into regular glasses by switching the dark lenses with your clear prescription! this opened up a whole new world of options + i ended up with a whole tray of sunnies to consider. my top choice ended up being some gorgeous thick-framed ombré PRADA sunglasses that were turned into regular glasses for me.
they were then fitted perfectly to my face with LENSCRAFTERS ACCUFIT system, which was a godsend since one of my ears is a little higher that the other lol.

anyway, i had a great time + needless to say, i ♥ my new glasses!


ps- if you're looking for a pair, now is the perfect time to shop the semi-annual lens event!

I LUV AJ

ph: my own

can't tell you how excited i was when my goodies from LUV AJ arrived!
designer amanda thomas is the sweetest + creates the coolest pieces.
i especially love the ring- i've been needing a lil more rosegold in my life ♥

CÉLINE SUNNIES

ph: my own/instagram

my CÉLINE sunglasses arrived! i've been hunting down these lovelies forever,
so when i finally found them online (a rarity for céline!) at THE WEBSTER MIAMI i was ecstatic.
it was so hard deciding between the green + beige, but i think i made the right choice ♥

ps- how did i not know about the webster sooner?! their amazing designer selection = serious danger to my wallet.

TRIBAL X PENCEY X SOLESTRUCK

in love with my new beaded PENCEY sandals!
i 've had a tribal obsession lately, as you guys may know from my tribal post,
so as soon as i saw them on SOLESTRUCK, i knew i had to have them ♥

Rag & Bone Beach Hat + A Fishtail Braid

ph: my iphone + instagram

it's decided. these will be my summer staples.
ever since seeing the fishtail braids in the obakki f/w show, i was hooked.
the rag & bone hat is a given... i mean their hats are perfection!

ps- my promised obakki f/w pics will be up this week! you'll love/die/drool/want everything ♥

OBAKKI

i went to vancouver a couple weeks ago for the OBAKKI F/W 2011 show + had an AMAZING
time! i had a chance to visit their gorgeous store + check out all of the lovely S/S 2011
collection. the prints were dreamy, the bags were buttery soft + margot, who manages the
store, had the best hair color ever! i've been looking for a way to subtly add pink to my
brunette hair, so hers is perfect inspiration. anyway, if you are ever visiting vancouver or
live there, stop by! their team is SUPER nice. if you can't visit, shop their online store.
gahhh so many great things-- i promise you'll find something you ♥.

can't wait for you to see my shots of the F/W 2011 show! posting soon!