reckless daughter wants: the fall 2010 edition

I know it's been ages since I've done a wants collage so I thought I'd do two for you on this cozy Sunday. It seems like there is always something on my list but I don't mind - that's part of the fun, right?! It would be way too boring if I got everything I wanted!  Plus many of my wants evolve season to season too - as I am sure yours do. Here are some things on my list for fall...

reckless daughter wants Fall 2010 by tahda featuring rings by azza fahmy

reckless daughter fall wants 2010 (2) by tahda featuring a black oxford

So what is on your list this season??

street smarts: fall

These outfits/color schemes are getting me very excited about fall! It's arguably my favorite season, after all. I thought I'd post some recent finds in the world of streetstyle...

 (photos via: supermama, streetstyleaesthetic,  hell-looks, trendycrew, streetstylelondon, streetstyletimes)

Apparently, I have a little love for the menswear trousers which a couple of these lovely ladies are sporting, this surprised me because I don't wear pants that often, but I'm thinking I might need to venture that way.

I'm excited to see what everyone is wearing on the streets of London these days. One of the best things about traveling to other cities is seeing what is going on style-wise!

musical notes:
so...anyone else excited for the new Belle & Sebastian record?  :)

A Quarter To Nine

Ok, ok. I'm officially back and officially ready to start thinking (at least a little) about Fall. After cleaning out my uber-congested inbox I came across the AW 2010/11 lookbook from London-based label Colenimo and I think that it single-handedly changed my summer-loving mindset.

To understand why you need only read this description of the collection (called "A Quarter To Nine")
taken from their website:

 "...womenswear inspired by 1930's tap star Ruby Keeler and the work of Hollywood choreographer Busby Berkeley."


Ruby Keeler as muse! How could that not be incredible?!  And it does, indeed, live up to it's description...

It also reminds me a bit of this film and that could never be a bad thing...

Obviously, I love the vintage inspiration in these pieces (knit-leggings, trench coats, house dresses), not to mention, the model's adorable bob...must resist urge to chop my hair off...but the navy blue items were of particular interest because I'm trying to incorporate more of that classic color into my own closet.  The double-breasted cardigan is also something I wouldn't mind having when the LA air gets a little cooler! 

So, what do you think? Ready for fall yet?

more at:
www.colenimo.com
colenimo.tumblr


musical notes...

meant to be -  squirrel nut zippers

wrapped up in books

I'm trying to resist the temptation to start thinking about Fall already but this cozy yet colorful editorial isn't helping...

 

 

 

shot by:Max Vadukul
model: Georgia May Jagger
Vogue China July 2010
images viafashiongonerogue

speaking of books - look how cool this laptop case is (discovered by "the Brit") more here

belle & sebastian - wrapped up in books

fashion week(ness)

Ah, Fashion Week NYC...no matter how I try to ignore you, in the back of my mind I know you are there.  Suddenly, I find myself lurking on the pages of Style.com for hours on end to see what you have to offer this time around. It's true, I can't help but get excited about at least a few shows every season and, of course, then I want to share my favorites here on this blog. Since this is a fashion-focused blog I think it's only fair that I get to post my FW favorites! There are some people out there who believe that to "cover" fashion week you have to be there.  I believe that, with all the runway and detail shots available, the internet is a much easier way to get a really good look at the pieces in a collection because there is not a time limit. Just my thoughts. Obviously, I wouldn't turn down a chance to attend a Rodarte show (for example) but I would not be surprised if I used the internet to get a better look afterward.

Anyhow, that being said, here are a few of my favorites from NYCFW F2010...

 

Rebecca Taylor is one of those designers who's collections I expect to like but this one was especially lovely.  She has a way with prints and even managed to make leopard print seem fresh.  I also love the length of her skirts and the subtle yet eye-catching colors scheme.

Rodarte is a favorite of mine. I love the futuristic yet romantic aesthetic their line consistently coveys.  I found this collection was much less abrasive than the previous one though. It was easier for me to connect. oh, and it would be perfectly ok if someone bought me one of the white floor length dresses. I promise I'd figure out how to wear it to work :) update* see video of the entire show HERE

The first thing about Zac Posen's collection that I noticed was the bright red velvet pieces, next it was the flirty skirts and finally the statement coats.  It's the perfect mash up of  the 40s and 60s.  But let me state for the record that I would only wear that fur if it was fake. so please, no angry comments!! I heart animals.

 
Julian Louie... I don't know much about this designer at all but this entire collection is right up my street. I could live in these! so very cute with an edge.

I also loved:

• dark blue velvet and knee socks from Karen Walker
•  lace, dresses and carpet shoulder bags at Marc by Marc Jacobs

I'm sure there will be more! I do promise to mix it up a little and not overload you with runway collages!  

*all images from style.com - collaged by djrd