free people inspiration ::: la woman

I'm absolutely loving Jess Hart's LA shoot for Free People's January catalog.  Every piece is so fun, flirty, and perfect for a summer spent by the coast.

xx

A

free people + vegan leather

When I received the email introducing Free People's new line of eco-friendly Vegan Leather, I was so excited I practically jumped out of my chair.  While I do own a few real leather pieces, I always feel so much better about my outfit when I know no animal was harmed in order for me to make a fashion statement.  The vegan leather is soft and supple - just like real leather, and is cheaper as well!  This will go down as a definite win-win in my book.  Here's to looking like a badass while being kind to mother nature.

xx

A

p.s. Here's a little video explaining more about the line.  

Side Note: I am so so so so sorry for the hiatus from the blog.  Moving and job hunting is still owning my life, but hopefully things will be back to normal soon.

free people june 2011

F R E E  P E O P L E  JUNE  2 0 1 1

This might just be my favorite Free People catalog yet - and that's saying a lot.  Everything is so versatile, unique, and wearable whether it's Spring or Fall (which totally gives me an excuse to buy lots of goodies.. Like those moto booties in the last shot).  I'm officially in love.

xx

A

inspiration: free people's march 2011 lookbook

Loving the care-free beach girl looks in Free People's March collection.  It makes me want to make some kind of crazy cocktail and head to the ocean as fast as possible.  I'm obsessed; Free People, can I come work for you??

Shop it here.

xx

A

photos via free people.

valentine's inspiration: lingerie love anytime

I'm a definite love of lingerie, and even more-so when Valentine's Day approaches.  The temptation to buy every sexy, little piece of  silk, satin and lace haunts you everywhere you look, and all those online holiday sales definitely do no not help.  I'm usually pretty good about guilt-tripping myself out of splurging since I won't wear it a ton (I mentally chant "Think about all the fabulous SHOES you could buy, Ashley!"), but I've finally found myself a little loophole.  

There are so many gorgeous pieces of lingerie that can double as dresses if layered properly or worn as a sexy peek-a-boo piece under a slouchy tank top.  So now you can splurge (without guilt) on lingerie with the confidence that you'll be able to wear it multiple ways!  You have to love fashion for it's endless possibilities..

[Corset Ruffle Bottom Slip.  Finale in Fringe Slip. Viscose Voile Slip.]

I'd love to wear the Corset Ruffle Bottom Slip with a slouchy, gray cashmere sweater, the Finale in Fringe (Huge Spring trend alert!) Slip with a tight, nude mini-dress or a bathing suit underneath, and the Viscose Voile Slip with a boyfriend blazer or long sweater.

[Oroton Luna Soft Cup Bra. Lonely Hearts Triangle Cut Out Bra. Stella McCartney Vanessa Soft Cup Bra.]

These pretty, little things would look great under a slouchy white tank top with skinny jeans and some killer heels.. Like so:

Hope this gives you some inspiration to rock your lingerie in different ways; I know I'll be doing it. I hope all you gorgeous people out there have a wonderful Valentine's day weekend.. And whatever your relationship status may be, remember to treat yourself!

xx

A

Photo via pinterest and addicted to the hype.

china cat sunflower

[B.B. Dakota Leather Jacket.  Free People Tee.  F21 Leggings.  Jeffrey Campbell Over The Knee Boots.  OrYany bag.  F21 necklace.  Yves Saint Laurant and Vintage Rings.]

I wore this look out last weekend while roaming around town, and realized I could seriously live in this thin B.B. Dakota leather jacket.  It's the perfect thickness for a place like Florida that hardly ever gets outrageously cold (and it's on sale now if you're in the market for a new jacket!).  As for the accessories, I decided to merge two of my favorite styles together - rocker and bohemian - by pairing over the knee boots with earthy accessories.  Hope you like this look.. It's the one I submitted to the lovely judges over at Refinery29 for the Next Big Style Blogger contest!

xx

A

spring teasers

Like I first stated here, I've been feining for warm weather so I can try out some new trends.  However, since it's been pouring rain and freezing outside, I thought a little dose of Spring inspiration would do me well.  As you can probably tell, I'm really loving the boho look of crochet and fringe; they have such a cool look about them that you can easily play around with.  On that same note, I'm also all about lace.  It's the perfect material to transition you from Winter to Spring - especially in black (think black lace shorts with tights now for a boudoir look, and then with a flowy white top and booties for spring).  Another look I'm loving at the moment are raw cut gem stones.. They bring me back to elementary school when I had a crazy collection of amethysts, quarts, and arrowheads.  Speaking of which, I really need to find those so I can attempt to make some jewelry..

xx

A

photos via oracle fox, cheyenne meets chanel, free people, quiksilver, vogue italia, and spanish moss