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spotted: black and white

The Steele Maiden: Black and White Modern Graphic for Spring
Aside from the fact that as of today I’ll officially be a New Yorker again and will be starting an exciting new job on Monday, there’s one more reason I’m looking forward to this weekend.  A few months back I found out I was the grand prize winner of a ‘Trends to Try’ contest held by Glam Media/Kotex after submitting a photo from this post on a whim.  The prize?  An incredible weekend long trip to New York for 2, a seriously generous shopping spree, and a morning at the famed John Barrett salon in Bergdorf Goodmans.  Crazy, right? I actually still can’t believe it, but it is in fact happening and so we thought what better weekend to cash in on the prize than our first one back!  Since the shopping spree is for far more money than I’ve ever spent in one day, I thought I’d better have a game plan.  Aside from some pretty pastels (how good are these shoes?) and new basics (i.e. anything from Madewell), I have my eye out for modern, graphic, black and white pieces that will easily transition from the last bit of Winter into Spring, and from my new desk straight out into the city for drinks.  It’s going to be a fun weekend, and if you have any suggestions on how you would spend the winnings, what I should have done to my hair, or new restaurants I’ve got to catch up on since my time away in LA – please feel free to share! 

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nyfw: fall trends now

One of the things that I love about Fashion Week is that even though the runways are a season ahead, there’s so much inspiration to be found that can be interpreted right away.  As I transition back into cold weather and suddenly have to wait for warmer days like the rest of the country, I’m looking for things that combine the feminine feel I always crave for Spring with the utilitarian aspect that Winter demands.  Pulling from some of my favorite looks seen at Rebecca Minkoff and Karen Walker, I’m loving the combination above.  This denim midi skirt and cozy knit cardigan are softened with a satchel in the season’s ‘it’ shade of blush pink and a bold floral tank.  Topped off with an easy beanie and rugged yet totally cool booties (perfect now with tights and later with just a silky dress) it makes for the perfect girly meets tough transitional balance.  And speaking of girly meets tough, Karen Walker’s show was actually inspired by the Suffragettes – who kind of wrote the book on the whole no frills feminine look.  Totally inspiring. 

p.s. I shared some of my other favorite trends from NYFW over on designer consignment e-tailer SnobSwap’s blog so be sure to check it out! I’d love to hear what your favorite trends were too! 


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spotted: matching sets

The Steele Maiden: Matching sets with Seychelles Shoes and Lush 
If you follow me on Facebook then you already know I’ve become completely enamored with these matched skirt sets from Lush Clothing.  I first encountered Lush when I had the chance to attend the WWD Magic tradeshow in Vegas last February (if you’ve never heard of it – Magic is to retail what NYFW is to the runway – a chance for lines to showcase all of the next season’s trends in one dizzying week) and have been following the California based clothing brand ever since.  When I saw this photo of blogger Happily Grey pop up, I wasn’t surprised that the playfully cool look came from them.  I’d take any of the variations above and pair them with a chunky ankle strap wedge from Seychelles (another Magic favorite) in a contrasting color, texture or print for a retro meets modern look.  
p.s I know this is my second post today – but some things are just too good not to share!
Lush Crop Top and Skirt Set via Nordstrom (1, 2, 3) Seychelles Ankle Strap Wedges via 6pm (1, 2, 3)
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spotted: new years eve sparkle

The Steele Maiden: New Years Eve Sparkle
While I’m still coming to terms with the fact that Christmas came and went (hopefully you all had a wonderful day!) the thought of another holiday next week certainly eases going back to work so soon.  I actually still haven’t made any plans for New Years Eve but whether or I go all out or have a low key night – there will be champagne and there will be a bit of sparkle.  I mentioned it earlier this week, but I don’t tend to spend a ton on special occasion dresses – the one above is under $50! – and instead would splurge more on pieces I can wear again.  This leopard coat would look great with a pair of ankle boots and graphic t-shirt long after the ball drops and those shoes? Picture them with a pair of boyfriend jeans and cozy sweater to add a bit of shine to dark winter days.  Another mini splurge? This lipstick.  But you can’t put a price on a midnight kiss.

Capwell & Co. Ring // Sole Society Bag – now 60% off! //  Asos Leopard Coat – on major sale! // YSL Lipstick in Deep Raspberry // Ruche Sequin Dress – 15% off with code FORYOU // Anthropologie Heels – on sale plus an extra 25% off with code 25BELOW // image via Barefoot Blonde

 

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spotted: girlish pink

The Steele Maiden: Girl TalkMaybe it started with this jacket, or maybe it’s the simple fact that amongst a sea of red plaid (which don’t get me wrong, I still love) whisper pink just feels new and unexpected – but my ideal outfit right now looks a bit like the above.  Filled with cozy textures, slightly oversized shapes, pastel pink and crisp winter whites, and sparkly accents.  I think the trick here is to ground the whole thing with sleek black accessories (I’ve been dying to try the whole ankle boots and thin trouser sock look so this is a perfect excuse).  What do you think?  Modern style maven or a tad too Baby Spice?   Ban.Do Bobby Pins // Topshop Coat via Nordstrom // Kate Spade Saturday Clutch // Ruche Skirt // Target Socks // Jessica Simpson Boots via Piperlime // image via