City High, From Down Under

Look! Cool urban images from the City High lookbook by Australian retailer Beginning Boutique!

I don't know what the Aussies have been doing differently lately, but they should keep it up. I'm pretty much obsessed with MINKPINK, Somedays Lovin', One Teaspoon and all those other rockin' Australian labels. 

The bright colors and graphic prints are what make these looks all winners in my book. Oh, and the leather baseball cap? Yes please.

G'day, mate!

Sam

The Road Less Traveled

All images via Free People Lookbook

Paisley perfection. 

I look forward to seeing Free People's look books every few weeks, as they always have great styling and cool motifs. This theme,"The Road Less Traveled," reminds me of old European exploration and a romantic notion of new discoveries. 

I really like the way the baroque trend has translated into this bohemian/gypsy style with rich colors and intricate patterns. 

I think I see paisley printed leggings in my future. 

Cheers,

Sam

Winter Blues (and Pale Pinks and Greens)

images via tumblr and fp blog

As the weather finally dips beneath 75 degrees here in LA, it's been a little easier to imagine wearing sweaters and sipping my favorite seasonal Starbucks drinks (which, if you were wondering, are peppermint mochas and creme brulee lattes). 

Rather surprisingly however I haven't been craving fair isle prints and chunky knits typical of the season; instead, I've been very inspired by frosty pinks and pale greens. I realize that these colors are much more reminiscent of late February than of early November, but I guess I'm just thinking ahead. 

There's a kind of magical quality in the above photos that reminds me why I love winter so much.

Cheers!

Sam

FALLin' for TS

All images via ThreadSence

In love with the Back to Business look book from ThreadSence. They always have such inspiring ensembles andI love the details in their styling! The first look is my favorite by far-- the mustard yellow suede skirt is a must for my fall wardrobe.

All of the back to school previews are driving me nuts. I can't wait for fall, the best season of the year by far!

Happy Monday!

Cheers, 

Sam