My Obsession with Leighton Meester/Blair Waldorf's Sailor Dress

So I have got to admit: I am completely, utterly OBSESSED with this dress. I love how the collar is so avant-garde, how the skirt is so form fitting, how the buttons are so cute... Ohhh, how I wish I could own it!

The Dress:

You can buy it here: http://www.bettiepageclothing.com/removed-categories/all-seasons/?productid=29&continueShoppingPage=%2Fecom%2Fsearch%2Fsubmit.bv

OOTD: Camel Cape in Caramel Creme

I love camel because it's such a soft, nude, warm color that will go well with pretty much anything and is great for any time of year. In order to contrast the softness, I paired the camel cape with some black booties and gloves to give it an edgier look. The black toggles give the cape some cool contrast as well. This outfit is a city-sleek look that would be great for a night out in New York City, Chicago, or Boston during the wintertime. I can almost even see this as a cute ice skating outfit!

Beige coat, €170
Balmain back zip pants, $1,008
Alexander mcqueen boots, $1,155
Marc Jacobs tote handbag, £965
Miss Selfridge camel hat, £13
Sportmax long opera glove, £168
Gucci striped sunglasses, £180

My Inspiration:

Sand Dunes in Erg Chebbi, Morocco

What's the big deal with the Missoni print?

Sure, it may be colorful. Sure, it may be interesting. Sure, it may be unique. My question is: Is it really worth the hype? Ever since Missoni launched its collaboration with Target, girls have SWARMED to the stores and fought over the pieces. With an average price of around $40 at Target...they're really not that cheap. Given, if the design was classic, I would consider investing, but with such a trendy style that will probably be out of fashion next season, is it really worth freaking out over?

OOTD: Selective Color Photograph

What I absolutely LOVE about this outfit is the way the red ferociously POPS out of an otherwise monochromatic color scheme. I wouldn't really call it color blocking, because the effect that it creates is not the same as if I were to pair a yellow shirt with a purple skirt. Whatever you call it, it's undeniable that the pop of red really adds fire to the piece.

Camilla and Marc scoop neck dress, £238
Rock & Republic platform heels, $247
Rebecca minkoff handbag, $222
House of Harlow 1960 geometric jewelry, $75
Tasha hair accessory, $38

My Inspiration:

ZARA has come to the U.S.!

Zara, one of the leading European fashion stores, has finally extended online shopping to the United States! With crisp, clean styles and relatively affordable prices, it is a great shop for those who wan't to experience fashion from its source. Below are a few of my favorite selections from the website.

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Hats and Belts:

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