Spring Forward in Peplum!

Say it with me, "Spring is NIGH!"

In preparation for some rainy days and the warmer weather, a light spring jacket or coat is in order. I prefer to wear a trench coat, although I will also be wearing my PEPLUM jacket from a few seasons ago! I never thought peplum would do a hippy girl justice, but this Ann Taylor LOFT jacket is subtle in its peplum ways and I'm glad I'll get another season out of it.

These were seen on the streets of NYC in late February! For more outerwear inspiration, check out my Pinterest board.

What's your go-to Spring Outerwear? And are you hopping on the peplum band-wagon?

NYC: Over the Knee

Now that the weather's so warm, I'm thankful to be able to put away my boots. Although I have to say I'm really thankful to not have even had to bring out my SNOW boots!

What do you think of the over-the-knee boot and thigh-high boot trend? Are we ready to put them away forever?

As seen in Soho. Also in Soho, Bread.

NYC: Oxfords

As seen on Madison Avenue, New York.

NYC: Fur Hats

These ladies wore their faux fur hats really well and although I purchased a trapper hunter's hat while in NYC, it wasn't quite so luxurious. 

What are your thoughts on fur hats? Real or Faux? 

New York Fashion Week: SEEN: Garance + Scott

Was excited to first catch Scott Shuman passing by unnoticed and waiting in the hallway...for Garance? Then I caught sight of her greeting some friends. All before the DVF show.

New York Fashion Week: SEEN: Red

There sure was a lot of red below the belt at NYFW. Remember when we first saw it?

New York Fashion Week: SEEN: Man Repeller

I spotted Leandra Medine, aka The Man Repeller just as she was leaving the DVF show. She's so sweet and I want her jeans.

New York Fashion Week: SEEN

There was more cobalt, fur and floppy hats at the Lincoln Center than it's ever seen before. 

Here, some more.

New York Fashion Week: The Tent

The Mecedes Benz Fashion Week tent at the Lincoln Center is a fairly iconic venue for a lot of the shows that take place during Fashion Week in NYC. Here, a glimpse into the "tent".

New York Fashion Week: SEEN: Joy + Caitlin

Other fun sightings, lots of prints via Joy Adaeze (she's so funky cool)! And studs via Caitlin who was wearing Dozani.

New York Fashion Week: SEEN: Clarence de Vil

DIY designer extraordinaire, and wearing a jacket created by post-its!

New York Fashion Week: SEEN: Nicolle + Helena

Look who I ran into at the Lincoln Center during Fashion Week in NYC. Boston's own fashion bloggers: Nicolle and Helena! These two had photogs running around in a frenzy trying to get their shots!

Here they are outside the Lincoln Center and inside at the Mercedes Benz display.

Happy Valentimes!

One of my favourite childhood comic books growing up was Tin Tin. That, and Archie comics. Needless to say I was pretty excited about the Tin Tin film (incredible btw) and was happy to see this V-day storefront display at Boston's Black Ink on Charles Street. 

I'll take an "I heart Tin Tin" cup over chocolates and flowers.

And, I leave you with a clip from a very funny Valentine's Day episode, from 30 Rock. Have a good one folks,  I'm off to get my hair did! 

How to wear Plaid in 2012

Refinery29 shows you how to wear plaid in 13 different ways.

Here's one way as seen in a flea market in Amsterdam.

For more plaidspiration, check out my Pinterest.

Amsterdam: Accessorize with a Bicycle

As you can see by this video here (thanks Clair!), everyone and their grandma cycles in the Netherlands. It's true. Whether it's one person, or a family of four. Whether they're wearing heels, ballet flats or multitasking. They're cycling. Sans helmets, mind you. And apparently they have a "Sunday Bike" and a regular bike. The Sunday cycle is reserved for weekend excursions, whereas the regular bicycle is for city riding, and in case of theft.

Sometimes the only fashion accessory you need, is a bicycle.