Retail Therapy

It's been one of those weeks where I just needed to get out and do something for myself... so, obviously, I went shopping for some much needed retail therapy. These are the purchases I decided to make, from J. Crew, of course.

Be My Valentine

I don't have a special someone for Valentine's Day this year, so what did I do to preoccupy myself on this romantic day? I found beautiful items that can replace my void :)
1. Valentino 2. Madewell 3. Chloe 4. J.Crew

Leather Shoe Envy

Rachel Zoe

Burberry

Marc by Marc Jacobs

J.Crew

If I had enough money to buy every one of these brown leather sandals, I would. Unfortunately... I don't. So, now I have to find some way to narrow down my options to a lonely one pair....but how is that possible when they all deserve to be in my closet??
(source: jcrew.com & bloomingdales.com)

Color Block Me

Anyone who knows anything about fashion knows that color blocking has become a must-do trend since the past fall season. According to Vogue, "loud and proud color combinations make for a dynamic, confident look." Here are four looks from Diane von Furstenberg's Spring collection. Whatever your preferred colors, mix and match and put them together for an amazing new outfit!

(source: DVF)

SAG Awards 2012: Best Dressed

Stacy Keibler (and George Clooney) in Marchesa

Jayma Mays wearing Reem Acra

Kelly Cuoco wearing Romona Keveza

Emma Stone wearing Alexander McQueen

Viola Davis wearing Marchesa

(source: nydaily news)

Bright Colors

What could be better to pair a bright dress with than a bright belt? This J. Crew Dolores dress in the bright dahlia ($135) color is amazing, and a dull colored belt would not do the brightness justice, right? Duh. So, pair it with a bright yellow belt (also from J. Crew, $36.50) for a great spring or summer outfit- perfect for a bright blue sky day outside.

(source: jcrew.com)

Animal Accessories

Is your wardrobe feeling a little dull?? Just add some playful animal print from J. Crew!! Mix the (1) Calf Hair Belt to a simple solid colored dress (even a bold color will work!), switch out your zipper wallet clutch for this chic (2) Calf Hair Magic Wallet (which I must say is on my must-have list), and lastly, add a little wild side to your phone with this (3) Leopard Print iPhone Case that I happen to be using right now.