Showing posts with label bag. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bag. Show all posts

5.19.2012

Mint Condition



As spring is upon us it has become increasingly apparent to me that my wardrobe is simply not prepared.  Every once in awhile I reach a point where I don't like any of my clothing and crave something new.  And by "something" I actually mean "a great deal of things".  So, I have spent the last couple of weeks focusing on searching out a few great new pieces in preparation for warmer weather.  This has lead to a hiatus in outfit posts, but I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at the upcoming results.  Everyone deserves to treat themselves with something new every now and again!  Whether or not this is really true, or just what people with shopping addictions say to make it all better, remains to be seen.

I can't properly describe in words my current obsession with the color mint green.  Even though coral is dominating stores as the most popular fashion color this spring/summer, I assure you that light powdered green is coming next.  If you're a Zara shopper, you already know what I'm talking about.  The floor is filled with it, and customers can't seem to get enough.  If you haven't already, it's time to go green.  But don't feel limited to this color only.  Light pastel tones, or "powdered brights", are ready to take front a center stage when everyone is tired of bright primary colors.  I've already started stocking up because let's face it: bright orange, kelly green, and canary yellow just aren't my colors.  As a designer, and as a fashionable person alike, I'm screaming for pastels.  I found this spearmint t-shirt at Urban Outfitters, practically sold out, and it is exactly what I needed to start preparing for the summer.  I have a serious Mint Condition, and I'm ready for some therapy.  Retail therapy, that is!





Marc by Marc Jacobs blazer, H&M vest, Urban Outfitters BDG spearmint heather t-shirt, Levi's skinny jeans, Converse all black All-Stars, Urban Outfitters trilby hat, Ray-Ban white wayfarers, Michael Kors runway watch, ASOS black carry-all bag


This is what I look like all of the time.  Sorry 'bout it. Tweet me at @ChChChCheckIt!


Special thanks to my beautiful friend Dawn for taking these photos before a boozy brunch session.  She's a talented illustrator, and I'll be posting her work for you all see some day soon.  I know you'll be as impressed as I am.

2.05.2012

Chester Wallace

My coworker just discovered this amazing bag by Chester Wallace.  It's technically a men's bag, but she wears it incredibly well.  The design is really cool and functional, and is perfectly unisex.  As soon as she showed me her new purchase I knew that I had to get my very own.  I love how many different ways it can be worn, across body or carried by hand.  It's a brilliant bag, and I'm so happy that she brought this brand to my attention.



I think that fold over styles have been becoming a very prominent design detail in handbags over the last few years.  The first time this style hit my radar was when the Foley + Corina City Tote became the "it bag" nearly five years ago.  Since then I have been noticing them everywhere!  I've recently been eyeing a similar style Men's bag from Coach, which is honestly a bit out of my price range.  This Chester Wallace bag is an amazing alternative.  It is available in a variety of color options, and I love the interchangeable shoulder strap color selection.  Jenna's choice of a pop primary yellow is perfect choice.