the lust list

A few things I'm lusting after:

• Dolce Vita Kanna sandals (natural leather--and yes, another pair because I love them so much);
• Elysian Lace Top (by Vanessa Virginia);
• Marguerite Buttondown (by Maeve);
• Shoreline Scallop Cardigan (by Sparrow, in all colors);
• Comfy Chic summer dress; 
• Devon Baer Tulip Skirt in soft lilac;
• Sam Edelman Loren boot; 
• ASOS Classic Trench;
• Crewcuts hooded downtown field jacket (mossy brown);
• J.Crew downtown field jacket (deep navy);
• DV by Dolce Vita Colten boot (smog); and
• J.Crew tipped silk collar top.

Wardrobe Staples

Over the past few years, I've stopped shopping at stores like Forever 21 and started looking for more classic, quality pieces. I don't have all of the following pieces yet, but I intend to acquire them in the next few years. Sure, some of them are pricey, but they're classic pieces I know I'll have in my closet for a long time. My wardrobe staples: 

1. Dark skinny jeans. Joe's Jeans Skinny Stretch Ankle Jeans in Bridget wash
2. Weekend chinos.
3. White jeans.
4. Classic navy blazer. J.Crew Schoolboy Blazer (wool). Dream navy blazer: Smythe One-Button Blazer (wool) 
5. LBD. J.Crew Sleeveless Shift Dress, Banana Republic Gemma Wrap Dress, Banana Republic Striped Ponte Fit-and-Flare Dress
6. Sheath dress. 
7. Shirtdres. 
8. Oxford shirt. Kiel James Patrick Laurel Whittier Oxford Shirt. see also Gap Perfect Oxford Shirt
9. Denim jacket.
10. Leather jacket.
11. J.Crew field jacket.
12. Trench coat.
13. Long wool coat. 
14. Black dress pants.
15. Pencil skirts.
16. Theory suit. 
17. J.Crew Panama hat. 
18. Burberry scarf. 
19. Leather belts.
20. Watch.
21. Classic wallet.
22. Evening clutch. 
23. Frank Clegg weekend bag. 
24. Classic leather handbag: Coach court bag. 
25. Longchamp tote.
26. Chanel bag. (shoulder-leather flap)
27. Running shoes. 
28. Nude pumps. L.K. Bennett Shilo pumps in taupe. see also Corso Como Del pumps in beige patent
29. Black pumps. splurge: Christian Louboutin Batignolles Patent Leather Pumps
30. Tall brown riding boots. 
31. Ballet flats. 

Scent of the Summer

Scents, like music, bring up different memories and make me nostalgic for the past. Whenever I hear songs from Taylor Swift's second record, I'm instantly reminded of the memories made with my girlfriends in college. There's a certain scent that reminds me of my mom, and that scent is always instantly soothing. 

I don't necessarily have one signature scent since I choose my perfume depending on my mood or the event. For sunny spring days, I usually go with Moschino Cheap and Chic - I Love Love, which is citrusy and makes me feel carefree. It's usually my go-to scent, and I've been wearing it since 2008. I Love Love closely resembles Dolce and Gabbana Light Blue, which isn't as sweet or citrus-y as I Love Love. When I'm feeling conservative and ultra-feminine, I usually reach for Nanette Lepore's signature perfume (now discontinued, but can be found at stores like Loehmann's and Marshalls). I first received a bottle as a birthday gift in 2010, and since then, I've ordered at least a few more to make sure I always have some on hand. Last summer, I added Chanel Chance Eau Fraiche to my rotation. This is definitely the most sophisticated perfume I own right now, and I usually save it for special occasions. 

This summer's scent is Kate Spade Live Colorfully. 

• top notes: mandarin, pink water lily and star anise
• heart: tiare flower, golden gardenia and coconut water
• back notes: sheer amber, musk and tahitian vanilla

I got a sample of this and fell in love. This one has such a bright, refreshing, and sweet tone to it. Definitely for the girl who wants brighten (er, color?) her world. I'm looking forward to the memories I'll make while wearing it. 

Handbag Catalog

Cambridge Satchel Company 11 Inch crossbody (vintage)
Kate Spade Delancey St. Camden [similar] (beige leather), 2011/12?
Kate Spade Gold Coast Elizabeth (black), 2011/12?
Kate Spade Five Points Camille (aqua), October 2011
Longchamp Le Pliage Large (black), August/September 2012

MICHAEL Michael Kors Large North South Nylon (navy), August 2012
Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC (black w/gold hardware), November 2011
Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAB (sand w/gold hardware), 2011/12?

Shoe Catalog

Here's hoping that keeping track of my shoes will help with my..."problem." 

FLATS
BDG Felt Skimmer (gray), Fall 2012
J. Crew Cece suede ballet (blush stone), June/July 2013
Kate Spade Tock (pale pink patent), April 2013
Lucky Brand Emmie (bourbon), December 2012
Lucky Brand, Emmie (rose cream), December 2012
Nine West Embellished flats (gray), old (gift)
Nine West Loafer flats (brown), 2012
Tory Burch Reva (black leather, gold logo), 2012
Wanted Nautical Stripe Skimmer (red), December 2012
TOMS Classic Canvas Slip-on (black), 2012
TOMS Classic Crochet Slip-on (natural), 2013
Lacoste flat leather mary janes (white), 2006 

SANDALS
Dolce Vita Kanna (natural leather), 2013
Dolce Vita Cajun (black), 2012
DV by Dolce Vita Faroe (black), 2013
DV by Dolce Vita Ayden (black), 2013
Fibi & Clo Positano (white), 2012
Merona (Target) Elba (brown and mint), 2013

WEDGES & ESPADRILLES
BP Shoes Bowtye (white), May/June 2011
J. Crew Seville (navy), April 2013
J. Crew Seville (venetian green), April 2013
DV by Dolce Vita Jana (black leather), 2012
DV by Dolce Vita Jonee (bone), February/March 2013
Guess Asila-2 (beige), June/July 2012
Lilly Pulitzer Ashley (navy), July 2013 
Stuart Weitzman Corkswoon (white patent), July 2013
Steve Madden Fraid (black patent), 2011/12? 
TOMS Calypso Canvas (black), 2011 (gift)
Coconuts by Matisse Hepburn (coral/pink), April 2012
Ralph Lauren Charla (navy), 2011/12?
Lucky Brand Kyndra (red), Winter 2013


BOOTS
Frye Melissa Button (black), 2012
Lacoste Rosemont (dark brown), Fall 2012
DV by Dolce Vita Zela (brown leather), January 2012 
Tory Burch Brita (brown leather), July 2013
UGG Australia Classic Short (chocolate), December 2007
Kimchi Blue BT-49 booties (black suede), 2012

SNEAKERS
Sperry Top-Sider Canvas Bahama (light rose), December 2012 (gift)
Sperry Top-Sider Biscayne (navy), Winter 2013
Sperry Top-Side Cloud Logo CVO (birch canvas), 2011?
Nike Free Run 5+ (total crimson), March/April 2013
Nike Lunarglide 3+ (white/silver/grey), January 2012
Nike (purple)
Puma El Rey Slip-on (white/beige), old (gift)


HEELS
Jessica Simpson Jessica (ivory white pearlized patent), 2011
Corso Como Del (beige patent), 
L.K. Bennett Shilo (taupe), Fall 2011
Nine West Garisono (natural leather), April 2013
J. Crew Lanie stacked-heel sandals (black), May 2013
Ann Taylor Rian D'Orsay Patent Leather Kitten Heels (nude patent), June 2013
H&M suede platform heel (blush), April 2013
Cathy Jean Single Sole Rounded (black leather-round toe), 2011
Cathy Jean Single Sole (black man made-almond toe), 2012
Qupid Heigl-59 (black velvet), March 2012
Steve Madden Realize mary janes (black suede), December 2012

What do I do when I'm procrastinating studying for finals? Shop online, of course. I think I'll treat myself after finals are over...I have to celebrate being done with my first year of law school somehow, right? Never mind the fact that I've treated myself to something every week this semester...

I need these Lilly Pulitzer Ashley wedges: 
 

Also loving these Halogen Brianna boots: 

And coveting these Sperry Top-Sider Katama espadrilles: