Ultimate shoe-gasm

Cher Monsieur Saint Laurent, I think I just died and went to heaven. And regarding the price tags? A girl can dream. Then again, a little extrinsic motivation never hurt anyone. "When I'm baller..."

Patent Leather Stingray Tribute, $995

Palais Peep-Toe, $780

Tribute, $760

Deauville Strappy Wedge, $695

Python Tribtoo, $1,295

Divine Patent, $695

Palais Suede Fur-Trim, $880

Tribute Platform, $760

Tribute Cork, $795

Deauville Suede Wedge, $695

Deauville Wedge, $695

Woodstock Platform, $950

Python Tribute, $1,395

Tribtoo Patent Leather, $795

Palais Suede Leather, $720

Tribute Patent Leather Platform, $760

Though there still exists a void which only the nude patent and cognac leather styles could fill, I'm happy to say that after writing this post, my heart is very aesthetically pleased.

Here's to you, fashion. Cheers.

What goes around comes around

Not my scene through-and-through, but according to my design aesthetic, a good amount of Karmaloop has very much still got it. Here's to more party dresses (actually, the first few daytime casual) as plans for NYE 2010 slowly but surely start to take form.

Shattered Dress

Obey, $44

Indian Brave Tank Dress

Wildfox, $84

Mica Dress

Dolce Vita, $152

Waisting Away Mini Dress

MINKPINK, $36

Nichols Tunic

BB Dakota, $172

Marsha Dress

Motel, $90

Ombre Sequin Dress

Obey, $54

Vivian Dress

Motel, $52

Gina Dress

Motel, $70

Oragami Dress

Blaque Label, $88

Oh, and a a personal shoutout to Mr. Tom McKee, avid and educated sports enthusiast (comparable even to my fashion addiction) and fellow former Worrell House resident, who has recent taken up the art of blogging here. So I'm advocating this site for your boyfriends/closet sports addictions-- because we all have one, riiiight. Props!

Here's to you, fashion. Cheers.

Se fiesta aquí

I know I butchered the verb tense (along with singlehandedly making up the tense and meaning completely), but as D-D-D-D-Dr. D would say, what I'm getting at is the phrase "Se habla español aquí", or "Spanish is spoken here". Clearly, I haven't studied my español since senior year of high school when I somehow managed to receive a 4 on the AP exam, but what can I say? Everything Señor has taught me since seventh grade stuck. Now, who would have thought I would be applying this knowledge to my own little fashion blog so many years later? More importantly, who would have thought I would reference two professors in one post? Creepy. Moving on.

In essence, partying happens here. Party is not a passive verb, but if you understand what I'm trying to convey, it just kind of works... similar to how "fratting" became a gerund as ubiquitous among my daily vocabulary as is the word "Calloway". Double lives, anyone? But I digress. So it's that time of year again: final exams, heinous Christmas sweaters and apparently, chasing black raspberry Belvedere with Four Loko. Christmas time is upon us, meaning New Years isn't far behind. I always like to give a nod to everyone's beloved Topshop during the holidays because it's a brand which exudes such sparkle year-round. In short, if the holidays were rolled up into a sole apparel brand, Topshop would be it. This year's NYE selections highlight texture, movement and simplicity-- three of my favorite concepts for sure. Last year, I was about vintage (thanks, Mom) mixed with fast fashion basics; now, I'm intrigued by understated pieces that can be played up by meticulous details and loud-in-a-good-way accessories.

Limited Edition Twist Dress, $340

Chainmail Vest Dress, $370

One Shoulder Drape Dress, $110

Slinky Cape Sleeve Tie Waist Dress, $80

Iconic Heavy Beaded Dress, $270

One Shoulder Suede Dress, $310

Chain Back Bodycon Dress, $100

It actually pains me how distracted I am right now, so commentary will come later.

Here's to you, fashion. Cheers.

ASOSOS

I'll never forget when Jenn introduced me to ASOS freshman year. Sitting at a table in Benson (back when I studied somewhere else but Calloway-- vintage, I know), I was astonished at the sheer volume of inventory a single online retail establishment could hold. What's more was that they had this innovative "View Runway" tab where you could see the garments in a moving context... fantastic. Little did I know, I was in for a sweet surprise when I walked into the lobby of the Greater London House building that housed Rainey Kelley Campbell Roalfe Y&R. Originally attending a branding presentation at the creative firm for my marketing class, I soon found myself gazing starry-eyed at a frosted glass sign directing me to ASOS.com, second floor. Oh, word? Of course, I repeatedly asked my housemates in a daze, "Is the ASOS headquarters really here? Is this where the ASOS office is?" and naturally, no one knew/cared/had even heard of ASOS before. Textbook definition of esoteric lifestyle right there.

So yes, I enjoyed my little adventure and made a mental note to return as soon as possible. In whose else's life but my own would it be totally appropriate, not to mention expected, to accidentally stumble upon the headquarters of ASOS.com while causing trouble all over London? I recently rediscovered my love for the website when I received my daily Business of Fashion e-mail, notifying me that ASOS had just recently launched a US site, offering such luxuries as free shipping for American customers. Baller. Pounds to dollars conversions always depresses me anyway. Looking ahead, the company is launching its French and German sites later this year, driven by the fact that they now cater to 167 markets. So freaking inspiring. See, these are the things that get me so excited for real life.

Below are my very favorites of the over 2,000 dresses (60 pages, at that) that I perused accidentally-on-purpose after popping my dailies to start my multi-linear regression analysis problem set. Oopsies. The best part about these selections is that they're all on sale, hence ASOS-OS. I adore the frilly feminine details on the shoulders and the crinkle-paper-esque bodices. My favorite piece of all is undoubtedly the super-playful Wiggle Hem Dress, which would totally be deemed a "Carrie Bradshaw dress" according to the stylish Miss Theresa Breitton's judgment. We all need one, so why deny this personality-filled LBD, especially for a should-be-illegal $30. Love.

Wiggle Hem Dress, $30

Ruffle Organza Tipped Edge Bandeau Dress, $30

High Shine Structured Dress

Mango, $40

One Shoulder Ruffle Front Dress

Aqua, $76 

Wiggle Hem Bandeau Dress

Rare, $61

 Waterfall Sleeve Belted Dress, $19

Organza Flower Hem Tank Dress, $34

Blouson Fringe Dress

Warehouse, $67

One Shoulder Organza Dress, $27

Black Dress with Bows, $24

 Lazer Petal Dress

Rare Opulence, $78

Here's to you, fashion. Cheers.