must-shop sample sales January 19 - on Gilt: Tucker, Final Sale. on Rue La La: Romygold. on Refinery29 Reserve: Stephanie Johnson travel cases, Public bikes, AlleyCat Trade & Beth Lauren Jewelry.
I’ve finally started to become more interested in Fall fashions/shopping recently even though it will not cool down here for another two months. I’m DYING for crisp, cool Fall weather, long sleeves, and cashmere. I don’t have nearly enough cashmere, only a few sweaters: a very old basic v-neck sweater by Theory, and a cashmere henley I bought from earlier this year’s online sample sale at Inhabit. I haven’t actually “worn” the new sweater, but I do secretly put it on every once in a while to feel how soft it is, and to pretend for a second that it’s not SO HOT here.
I’m now hopelessly devoted to Inhabit for their wonderful cotton and cashmere sweaters. I have two cotton cardigans that I really enjoy; they’re so lightweight, but still warm enough in cool air conditioning. And I admit to keeping one wadded up in my bag for “emergencies”…(I’ll also admit to handwashing my cotton AND cashmere from Inhabit, so far it’s worked out okay!)
So, while checking up on their Labor Day Sale today (there are still quite a few things left), I noticed they’d added some new items for me to obsess over…
I love the muted colors, the fabulous fits and the luxurious cashmere…everything. Now I’m anxiously awaiting my Fall Lookbook which should be arriving soon in the mail…
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I haven’t really been into shopping for Fall this season – besides trying to cut down what I buy to NECESSITIES only, I’m not that interested (*gasp*), and nothing is really speaking to me. Honestly, I have more than I need to get me through another Fall/Winter. I may not have the latest boots or jeans, but I think I’ve filled my closet with enough classic pieces to get me through. Lucky for me, I work from home, so I don’t need a lot of clothes or shoes; just the basics. If I buy anything, it will be BASIC cashmere sweaters and this:
I LOVE the owls, and I LOVE Virginia Johnson Scarves/Shawls. I have one I bought last Fall, and I wore it nearly every day. I kept it in my bag even if I didn’t wear it, just in case. It was perfect for movies, traveling, and visiting my boyfriend’s parents house (where I needed a blanket most of the time). It’s pricey at $195, definitely, but I will have my Virginia Johnson shawl forever; it loves me as much as I love it.
More Shawls from Virginia Johnson (also take a look at the new Lookbook, everything is simply gorgeous):
I have professed my love for Martine Sitbon’s bags several times over the years (it all began with the velvet heart hobo) and it’s only getting stronger. This season’s bags are signature Martine: beautifully detailed and timeless. Never flashy, Martine Sitbon bags are subtle without blending in, and luxurious without being over the top. Several online boutiques now carry Martine Sitbon, so they’re much more easily accessible.
Here’s a sampling of some of my favorite new bags…
From Kate Boutique:
From Shopbop:
Honestly, one of the best things about these bags is their price point – not one is above $500. In an age where now even brand new designers are pricing their bags above $600, this is refreshing in my opinion. My favorite bag (the cream bag from Shopbop) is only $388, and it’s really one of the only bags that interests me this season.
Also check Kate Boutique and Muse Ten for a GREAT selection of Martine Sitbon bags on sale.
