Today, roomie & I went into the city for relaxing after a hard & long college course and so it happened we discovered a new 2nd hand shop. Only a few days ago I was not very into 2nd hand shops as those that I had seen where filled with crap and with crap only! Plus they had such a strange smell… eeew. Anyway, that one was different, the look, what it sold and how the owner dressed and presented stuff. Not expecting anything I looked through some bags and found an old leather bag, logo: Gucci.

No need to say I took it, right

Well I don’t really know whether it is real or not, so here my question to all who might know, fashionistas etc what you might be able to tell me about that bag. I found out that the inverted GG logo was only introduced in the sixties and –> fendi bag already since the 1920s. The shop started as pure leather shop and another roomie who studies design since 4 years said that the leather from the bag is indeed high quality, still I have my doubts…

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There are 4 key winter accessories that every girl needs in her closet: cute boots, a great hat, and a cashmere scarf. I think without these, you would be lost and cold.

First, the boots are a must have for everyone. You can get short ankle boots or the knee length ones that are so trendy these days. Both types of boots can be worn to the office or out on a regular day, depending on their style and fit. A great pair of boots will keep your feet warm, will prevent the snow from getting into your socks, and will match every great winter outfit you have.

A great hat is what makes you look distinctive. They say that heat rises out of your head so keeping your head warm is key to keeping your entire body warm. I have a beautiful grey hat that fits perfectly on my head and surprisingly, does not ruin my hair. Make sure you try on the hat, keep it on, and then take it off after a few minutes to see the impact it could do on your hair. You don’t want to ruin your hair with a great hat.

The next thing you need is a cashmere cardigan. These are so soft and easy to throw on. You can wear them over a light t-shirt or a long sleeve shirt. Some people have even worn them over other sweaters.  Burberry Cashmere scarf are so easy to throw on and so easy to take around with you that you will be grateful to have this item during the winter.

Finally, the last thing you need is a cashmere scarf. It keeps your neck warm and cashmere is so great because it is not itchy like wool. Especially for covering your neck, you want to have something that won’t make you itch all of the time. The scarf is a great accessory for this and depending on how you wear it, it can change your look dramatically.

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A trend I’m sure you have noticed by now are the plaid patterns that are popping up on bags, shoes, jackets and dresses.  I’ve also admired a groomsman styled in cranberry colored plaid pants and a charcoal sport coat as a daring alternative to the traditional tuxedo for a wedding.

I thought today I would share with you some of my favorite plaid finds.  I’m sure this goes without saying—but one only needs a single plaid item to make your point.   That means no matching a plaid shirt with plaid shoes!

Shopping Info: 

Starting from center and moving clockwise: Kenneth Cole ad, New York Plaid Shirt Dress, burberry scarf; Burberry Check Hat, ; Cole Haan Genevieve Plaid Hobo; Nine West Barbe, Piperlime.com; Rubbish Crinkle Plaid Scarf,

What are some  of your favorite trends this season?

YAY!? I am out from under my lace scarf! It’s done- finished, blocked, and already worn!? It’s so pretty, but dang did that one snooze for a long time! The relief I feel is great… now to tackle some more lingering projects.

I also finished up a beaded crochet bracelet that was lingering from Christmas time and I finished my second felted chick.? You’ll remember that my friend Malaika’s little boy was the recipient for the first felted chick, I think my high school friend Phaedra’s daughter who is on the way will be the recipient of the second one.

My new “to-do” Knitting list

• Itty-bitty Mary-Jane’s for (Phaedra’s little one!)
• Lace Wing Scarf (for mom)
• Black Sheep (for me!)
• Sizzle tanktop in aqua Elsebeth Lavold Silky Wool (for me!)
• Black Cashmere Mobious (it’s been on the needles for 3 years this June!)
• Entralac purse in browns (for me!)

My love for Grey Gardens and Little Edie Beale is not a new affair. From obscurity to Broadway to its cannibalization starring Drew Barrymore, I will forever be enamored with one of the most stylish women to ever exist. Little Edie Beale is terribly fabulous. This evening I watched previously unseen footage shot by the Maysles of the Beale duo and was thrown even further into Edie’s world. I own Grey Gardens on film – the version before it went out of print – and I cannot believe it took me this long to watch The Beales of Grey Gardens. Naturally I compiled some pieces that would help anyone slip into the style of Little Edie. These should assist you in deciding what your best costume of the day is.

1. Women’s Ruched Halter Swimsuit - $19.50 – Old Navy
2. Little Edith Bouvier Beale Reproduction Brooch – $250
3. Starburst Silk Scarf - $385 – Missoni
4. Patent Leather Peep Toe Pump – $550 – Christian Louboutin
5. Ivy Tights - $6.80 – Forever 21
6. Gold Buttoned Trench Coat – $1,895.00 – Burberry Prosum

The Burberry Prorsum Men’s Autumn/Winter 2009/2010.
I really like this collection, well, what’s see-able of it at the moment. Sure it isn’t ground-breaking or extraordinary, but everything comes together well, and it’s looks that I myself would, or would like to portray, and I’m not going to rant on about the colours and how they work together, because I would look like a loserrr.

So here’s the three that stood out to me, that I wish I could buy any item from…

I totally freaking love that bag with the coat and scarf, like… woah.

Pashmina Silk Designer Scarf

Photograph courtsey Yours Elegantly - Womens Pashmina Burberry Scarf

Pashmina is a textile made from fine Cashmere wool. This wool comes from pashmina goat, which is a special breed of goat living only in Himalayas. As pure pashmina cannot endure high tension pashmina fabric is usually blended with silk in 70% pashmina/30% silk blend. Pashmina clothing ranges in size from scarf to to wrap or stole to full sized shawl. Authentic pashmina shawls are lightweight and warm, soft and drape nicely. Cashmere products are very chic fashionable accessory and there are different styles in wearing of the pashmina.