Hues of Blue and a Hint of Leather

Outfit Details: Chambray Top: H&M//Leather Shorts: Macy's//Envelope Clutch: Modcloth, Sandals: Steve Madden (these are somewhat similar and adorable!)//Necklace: F21//Right Hand Bracelet: "For Keeps" Bracelet c/o JewelMint
Something about denim and leather seems so magical to me. I just love the combination, maybe because it's slightly unexpected...On another note, I am getting ridiculously excited for NYFW this year. Between the all the fun festivities and the Blogger's Night Out event that I am a part of- I cannot even sleep! Next Wednesday I will be on my way into the city bright and early to attend the Lucky magazine conference. Are you going to NYFW? 
I love how JewelMint this bracelet matches my new envelope clutch perfectly. Love Love Love. See how my hot blogger friend styles up the same piece. Follow Grace over to Money Smart Fashion!((**If you register today- you can get 50% OFF your purchase Here. Enter the code: SparklingFootsteps50))

NYFW Inspired: Part Deux

New York Fashion Week - Inspired Outfit #2: Cropped to the Max
1.) Rag and Bone Bryn Cropped Sweater
2.) Funktional Pleated Maxi Skirt
3.) Lace Up Leatherette Boots- Forever 21
4.) Allie Cable Knit Wool Cropped Sweater by Twenty8Twelve (*buy of the day)
5.) Silk Maxi Skirt by Boutique
6.) Dode Boots by Boutique 9
7.) Dream of the Crop Top- Modcloth
8.) Sequined Silk Maxi Skirt by Ashish

Sunday Adoration

Need. Want. Now.

Leather Biker Jacket

Green Forest

{Outfit Details} Dress: Three Dots (c/o)//Necklace: Forever 21//Handbag: Valerie Exotic Satchel-Handbag Heaven (c/o)//Sandals: Dolce Vita
Thursday's List1.) Ok. This bag is a new obsession of mine. I have been longing for a dark blue handbag for awhile now but haven't been able to find one. This satchel has a ton of room for my 10920 lipsticks and plus has a great vintage vibe. MM hmm. Lovin' it2.) Oh, and if you want to wear the most comfortable cotton dress ever? This will do it...3.) I hate attitudes. Anyone else? 4.) I need a chocolate milkshake. Stat.5.) Is it Friday yet?

Marathon Training

Necessities while training for a marathon

• Lightweight, dry fit jackets for rainy or chilly days
• Tank tops for layering
• Compression Capris
• Water Belt for those runs 8 miles and over
• Nike Lunar Glide Sneakers for weight training **
• Black Duffel for storing everything in one place
• Garmin Sportswatch - calculates all mileage and times
• Running headband for those pesky bangs
• Sport beans and gatorade for that extra boost half way

**I bought my running sneakers at a running store that specializes in finding the right shoe for you. If you decide to train for a marathon I suggest that you do the same. The sneakers play a very important role and you do not want to get injured. 

As many of you already know, I am currently in training for the NYC Marathon this year. I am in my 5th week of training and it is brutal. I have bad days and good days and push through every single one. For those of you that want to complete a marathon and have never run one before, I suggest this book. Even though I am a runner, I have never tackled a marathon and wanted to start off easy and make sure I can finish. It has a 16 week training program and by your 5th week you are running 11 miles on the weekend. 

If you have any questions, let me know in the comments and I will be sure to get back to you! :)

Pink, White and Black

{Outfit Details} Black Lace Corset: Vintage//Fringed Vest: H&M//Pants: Zara//Shoes: TJ Maxx//Necklace: Deco Bolo Necklace from Jewelmint (c/o)I had the opportunity to style up the Deco Bolo Necklace with one of my other favorite bloggers- Grace of Money Smart Fashion. You can see the way she styled up her necklace here. I heart her.Sneak Peek below!
If you haven't heard of Jewelmint yet, you must be living underneath a rock.Jewelmint is a company where you can choose one piece of jewelry per month(made by people like Kate Bosworth) for as low as $29.95. **If you register today- you can get 50% OFF your purchase Here. Enter the code: SparklingFootsteps50

NYFW Inspired

1.) Equipment Python Blouse (on sale and get an extra 15% off with code: LOVE)2.) 3.1 Phillip Lim Cropped Sweater3.) Helmut Lang Cracked Leather Pants4.) 3.1 Phillip Lim Pachli Satchel5.) Jessica Simpson Waleo in Cranberry6.) Dannijo Twist NecklaceOne outfit per week. Inspired by NYFW. Duds to bring.

Blogger's Night Out

This post is for those of you that are living under a rock somewhere. Get with it.There will be an event during New York Fashion Week brought to you by yours truly and some other really fabulous ladies including:Kendall from Kendall DonaldsonErika from Style ActivistCaitlin from Style Within ReachChristine from View from 5 Foot 2Marissa from Style CuspEnough about us and more on the event...
WHEN: Sept. 9th, 2011 from 8pm - the last cocktail ;)WHERE: 404, 404 10th Ave at 33rd street, NYCWHY: We wanted to create a space for BLOGGERS to go - relax and let a load off during NYFW. We all know how exciting (but sometimes stressful) fashion week can be. Come have a cocktail with us and mingle. We also know how important the relationship between bloggers and brands is. We wanted to create a place where we can both come together and talk about our passions. We will have more details coming in for you SOON. For now make sure to follow along on twitter and facebook for daily updates! xo
Email info@bloggernightout.com if you want to get on the list! :)

“But tomorrow may rain, so I'll follow the sun”

Tank: Target//Denim: from a boutique in LA (can't remember the name!)//Sandals: Steve Madden//Necklace: Banana Republic//Hat: AE//Aviators: Forever 21
Song Quote Accreditation: The BeatlesNow for a few things:1.) If you don't already know--I am a huge fan of classic rock. Music on the radio these days, doesn't even compare.2.) Ripped denim and high stacked heels create the best outfit- (in my opinion..)3.) My mind is a pile of mush from my mile long to do list. Any tips for keeping yourself super duper organized? 4.) Uhm, I eat a lot of candy corn. Like, A LOT. Too much even. ;)5.) I like lists and I think I will be writing my posts like this from now on....6.) You will want to be following BloggerNightOut on twitter - for some big news. Just do it ;)

Will You...?

I gathered this Bridesmaid card idea from Once Wed and thought it was the most adorable idea. I wrote up my material list and headed straight for Michael's. These lil invites were super easy to create and gave a personal touch. Do you have any wedding tips for me? About anything at all... I will be jotting notes!
PS. I do not want this to become a wedding blog. I know that most of you that visit-visit because you like the content that already exists here. However, I do want to occasionally share my adventures through this wedding planning process and hope to help others' who are planning in the future ;) Please weigh in on this so that I know what you all think. I care about your opinion!

Sunday Adoration

Alexander Wang Cecilia High Heel Booties
I am going to start posting a new craving I have every Sunday. Feel free to drool at the screen with me. These babies are on my WANT list and will soon be a part of my wardrobe.

The Flowers are golden

Pants and Blouse: Primark//Boots: Urban Outfitters//Purse: Rebecca Minkoff
Another London outfit post. I just adore how London's little streets have these little inlets to apartments with the gorgeous flowers. This was my first time ever going into a Primark store and it was PACKED. People everyone. Couldn't breathe. But I still bared with it. Amazing prices for some pretty fun little pieces.  Highly suggest browsing through there if your in the UK! 

All Morning Hours Mean Too Much Light

Blouse: H&M//Striped Polo: c/o Club Couture//Shorts: Vintage Levi's via Goldilocksincognito on Etsy//Hat: American Eagle//Studded Sandals: Sam Edelman (A closed toe version that I WANT desperately)//Vintage Necklace
Nothing beats the soft glow of the sun on a brisk morning. 

Classic Florals

Dress: Motel from Urban Outfitters//Purse: Classic M.A.C Clutch by Rebecca Minkoff//Necklace: Vintage//Flower: H&M//Heels: Due Farina
These photographs were taken by my dear friend Emily while we were in England for our friend's wedding. The wedding venue was beautiful, overlooking the ocean. I was in love with the stone walls along the water- I haven't seen anything like it over here in the states!