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.