ASOS Stateside!

I have long slobbered over the gorgeous/affordable offerings from mega-online-British-retailer ASOS. However, I had forgotten they were creating a site for US customers until today. AND they are offering free shipping and free returns. I also must note for any interested parties, ASOS has just as much to offer for men’s fashion – that might require a separate post.

Umm for Christmas, may I have everything?

Warning: Slobber likely ahead.

Image 1 of ASOS BLACK Exaggerated Hip Textured DressImage 2 of ASOS BLACK Exaggerated Hip Textured Dress

Dress $163

Are you excited yet? There is seriously so much available on this site and a wide range of price points. One could buy an outfit (dress, tights, headband and shoes) for under $100 or spend a fortune on one special dress.

Image 1 of ASOS Mixed Embellished Tunic DressImage 2 of ASOS Mixed Embellished Tunic Dress

Embellished Dress $258

Image 1 of Vero Moda Low V Wrap DressImage 2 of Vero Moda Low V Wrap Dress

Wrap Dress $75

Image 1 of ASOS Peterpan Collar Jersey Dress

Peterpan dress, $41

Image 1 of ASOS Button Through Drop Waist Shirt Dress

White dress, $55

Image 1 of ASOS Shoulderpad Batwing Jersey Maxi Dress

Maxi dress, $55

Image 1 of ASOS Tailored Ruffle Front Pencil Dress

Pencil dress, $79

Image 1 of Mango Waisted Skater Dress

Skater Dress, $120

Image 1 of ASOS Pussybow Frill Back Dress

Frill Dress, $62

Image 1 of Warehouse Animal Swing Dress

Animal print dress, $77

Image 1 of ASOS Taffeta Box Pleat Dress

Taffeta Dress, $65

Image 1 of ASOS Chiffon Sleeve Embellished TunicImage 2 of ASOS Chiffon Sleeve Embellished Tunic

Sparkle Tunic, $163

Image 1 of ASOS Leopard Bandeau Dress

Leopard Bandeau, $65

Image 1 of ASOS Belted Kimono Dress

Kimono dress, $65

Image 1 of Whistles Celeste Dress With Back DetailImage 2 of Whistles Celeste Dress With Back Detail

Dress, $301

Image 1 of ASOS Animal Print Shoulder Pad Shift Dress

Sheath, $51

Image 1 of Lisa Jayne Dann Velvet Hooded DressImage 2 of Lisa Jayne Dann Velvet Hooded Dress

Velvet hooded dress, $198

Image 1 of Paprika Gathered Side Drape Midi Length DressImage 2 of Paprika Gathered Side Drape Midi Length Dress

Gathered dress, $43

All images from ASOS.com Also explore their outlet, beauty, designer and men’s.

 

Confections Abound

Today I’m missing New Orleans. It’s such a fabulous place to spend Halloween. Last year this time, my beau whisked me off to the Crescent City to spend time eating and drinking and playing. Thankfully he loved the city almost as much as I do.

Since there’s candy all around, I’m daydreaming of sweet treats from New Orleans Confectioner Sucre. They deliver!

 

 

 

I never thought I’d want it, but I do.

I surprise myself sometimes…my most coveted items for fall are things I would have never thought I would want.

THIGH-HIGH SOCKS

Club Monaco Sophie Blouse

Club Monaco Wool Thigh Highs

Club Monaco Thigh-Highs

A Leg Up Socks in Leafy Green

Green thigh-highs

We Umber-stand Socks

Sassy thigh-highs

FLAT ANKLE BOOTS

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Amazing example of why I want these. How cute does she look?

Ankle boots from Forever21

Ciao Bella

Lady of the Estate Boot

Lace-up boots

Rancher boots ($40!!)

OXFORDS

B&W Oxfords

Tan Oxfords

Cutout Oxfords

WINTER SHORTS

Cuffed Shorts

Shorts of Revolution

High waist Shorts

Woven Shorts

GRANDPA CARDI

Basic Cardi

North Highlands Cardigan

Cozy Cardi

JEGGINGS

Jeggings

New Obsession: Maje

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All of these gorgeous clothes are quite out of my price range but I love the textures and structures. Feminine silhouettes with structured shoulders and small details…sigh.

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via Net-a-Porter

On The Water

In Fayetteville, it’s bikes, blues and barbecue season. While I love the event for our small city’s economy. I don’t so much love living next door to all the ripping and roaring of the bikes. Today I’m rather wishing that my beau and I were going somewhere magical for the weekend, maybe sailing?

Editorial  by Alexi Lubomirski for Vogue Germany Sep 08 featuring Hilary Rhoda. Entitled “Nur du und ich” translated: just you and me. Via Dustjacket Attic

Daisy: The Stack Ring Masters

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British Jewelry brand Daisy is my new favorite discovery, both cool and affordable, it is worth checking out. My obsession with stacking rings continues (as seen here and here) with a vengeance. With Daisy, one can even design their own stacking ring. Music to my ears! Check out the Daisy Blog, Gallery and Online Shop. Be advised, their pricing is in pounds.

I’d like to mix these rings into a personalized stack!

Combo #1

1. Hyacinth, L44 2. Canary Wharf, L77 3. Tarragon L72

Combo #2

1. Rose, L33 2. Skullduggery, L64 3. Vicuna, L80

Or they have pre-made stacks like these

1. Avalon, L148 2. Mellow Yellow, L111 3. Jubilation – My Fave, L100 4. Valhalla, L91 5. Frenzy, L147

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Weekly Wishes: Forever21

Don’t we all love Forever21? I love shopping online there because you can actually get full returns versus in-store where it’s only credit. I’m also very into their new blogger style picks

I am completely in love with the twelve by twelve section of Forever21. It’s futuristic, modern and fun with Forever’s signature affordability.

  1. Infinity Cuff Ring, $3.50
  2. Cream Dress, $27.80
  3. Draped Tunic, $27.80
  4. Knit Dress, $22.80
  5. Platform Booties, $26.80
  6. Striped Puff Sleeve Sweater, $19.80
  7. Faded Skinny Jeans, $27.80
  8. Suede Platform Pumps, $22.80
  9. Belted Shorts, $22.80
  10. A-Line Skirt, $19.80
  11. Woven Dress, $22.80
  12. Camo Knit Dress, $19.80
  13. Faux Leather Jacket, $24.80

Dress of the Day

Wanted: $75 from Maude Shoppe

Getting Chills

Ice Tray (I really need one and cannot find one anywhere!)

There was finally a slight chill in the air this morning when I left for work! So, I’m getting chills thinking about the delights of Autumn while trying to ignore the inevitable disappointments like earlier sunsets, frigid cold and…Winter. Plus, Shop-o-matic (by NYMag) has released a 100 Reasons to Get Excited for Fall edition.  Of course I have some favorites. Find all of them here.

I can always use another wine stopper…

Decanter and sipping glasses for cold nights by the fire

I <3 Cheese

As I said here, I’m digging skinny cargo trend, the above are from Old Navy

The must-have accessory for dance parties: iPhone speakers

Lovely little dress from H&M

$72 cut-out dress from Fred Flare. I. Want. It.

Suede Stillettos. Mmmmm.

Gargoyle rings!

Chambray shirt. I have a vintage work shirt that I can’t wait to bust out.

Dish drainer. For those that don’t have a dishwasher, like me.

Biker leggings. Umm. I must say I dig on these. This version is by Tory Burch and is above my current price point for pants I will only occasionally wear…but I will be looking for knock-offs…oh yes, I will.

Sauce pot. Getting hungry now. “Someone’s in the kitchen with Dinah” is for some reason playing in my head…

Tall boot by Cole Haan, again out of my price point but I am equally excited to wear my less expensive, less chic tall boots.

I’m dying over this fuschia sofa from Ikea. Sooo delicious! And only $200 more than the Cole Haan boots!

Leopard scarf. I’m in.

Detachable Ruffle Collar. Actually detachable collars in general. I will be in search.

As previously stated here, I’m a bootie-hound!

Shearling jacket. Or in my case faux-shearling jacket.

Skirting the Issue

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I’m ashamed to admit that I watched the season premiere of Keeping up with the Kardashians on Sunday. I’m usually against Kim’s style choices for one reason (she wears too much make-up) or another (her clothes are too tight) but Sunday, I really liked the outfit she wore for her house party. I couldn’t find a photo of it but here is the link. She wore a structured top with a short full skirt. It got me in the mood for skirts and I’ve found some cute ones, all under $100 of course…

From ModCloth

1.Pretty Pleats Skirt2.Cricket Match Skirt3.Basic Principles Skirt in Coral4.In a State of Suspense Skirt5.Sweet Sprite Skirt6.You Skirt My Feelings7.Do You Really Want to Skirt Me in Stripe8.Spellbinding Style Skirt

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Image Credits: one, two

ModCloth Skirts: one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight,

Forever21 Skirts: onetwo, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten