Lykke Li’s Youth Novels has been in constant rotation in my car for the past year. It’s a great CD for road trips, and a pick-me-up during my daily commute. So, I am totally stoked to be going to see her live for the first time this Tuesday. Even more so when I came across this photo of her on Style.com rocking the couple-years-old trend I haven’t quite gotten over myself- turbans. How cute does she look? (If only a little seasonably inappropriate…):

Turbans are a trend I’ve been obsessed with for years, ever since the Spring 2007 Prada collection. Yet, the closest I’ve gotten to actually sporting the look was a wide knotted satin headband, that I have tragically misplaced. I’m thinking for Tuesday’s concert, I may finally need to go all the way with the look… paired with a vintage concert tee and cut-offs, to tone it down a little.

This black and gold lame version is exactly what I need in my life.

I was really impressed, per usual, by Phillip Lim 3.1’s resort collection. As always, Lim shows he has a great feel for what the cool girls want to be wearing. The collection felt modern but with a boho 1970’s twist. The patchwork denim, easy jersey pieces, and casual suiting separates were all lovely, but the standout for me was the antique lace.

I love the mixing of the different colored laces, the striking simplicity of the stark white dress, and also the mixing of the lace with urbanite separates. I am definitely inspired to wear more lace this summer.

I have a high-waist denim skirt that never makes it out of my closet, but paired with this Milly Antique Lace Camisole and a brown belt, would have a very Phillip Lim feel to it.

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I was totally obsessed when Anya Hindmarch came out with her infamous “I’m Not a Plastic Bag” tote in 2007 and made sure to pre-order one and still use it (with handbags, I truly do reduce, reuse and recycle). I was, however, a little bit slower to jump on the I am Not a Paper Cup bandwagon, which, considering the insane amounts of coffee I consume, a shame. However, finally inspired by getting a new job (my bebe mug won’t seem quite at home in my new office as it did at the bebe studio) I bought myself the awesome, reusable cup.

The 8 oz. cup is a double walled (keeps your drinks hot or cold and your hands, well, not), reusable, porcelain cup with a cheeky “disposable coffee-house cup” design from CA Design. A total klutz, I love the silicone lid because it keeps my keyboard protected when I inevitably knock my cup over on my desk. Plus, the chic president of my new company already complimented me on it… so, go me!

Now, all I need is for them to start offering the venti size…

The roomie and I rented Confessions of a Shopaholic this weekend, and while I knew that it wasn’t going to be my favorite movie ever (I actually did not really care for the books, although I know there are many fans out there), I was hoping for some serious fashion eye candy. After all, the movie’s stylist was none other than Patricia Field, the wacky genius behind Sex & the City’s amazing, trend-setting, fashion. I have to say I was more than a little disappointed, we never got to see the main character do any serious shopping damage besides for an ugly pair of Gucci boots and a green scarf. There was not a single fashion movie montage, not a single one! The one saving grace was the movie’s star, Isla Fisher. The woman is hilarious and adorable, and her personal style is quite covetable. Much more so than her onscreen personality in Confessions of a Shopaholic.

Whether running errands in jeans or glam on the red carpet, Isla looks chic, feminine and youthful. Her style is fun without being over the top and begs to be emulated.

A fan of statement jewelry (as you can see above with her bold metal necklace choices), Isla would no doubt be smitten- as am I- with this Gilda Collar Necklace from Fiona Paxton.

I had a lovely late afternoon mani-pedi today and was excited to try out Essie’s Neon 2009 collection- Funky Limelight, Flirty Fucshia, Perky Purple and Punchy Pink- all perfect 80’s throwback neon colors to match my throwback neon jellies this summer.

I was surprised to discover, as I tested out the colors on my nails, that they are all matte or semi-matte when dry. Seemed a little counter-intuitive to me. Yes, matte nailpolish can look pretty cool- but it reminds me more of dark, grungy 90’s inspired colors rather than pop 80’s neons. I suppose you can always apply a shiny topcoat if you want to switch it up, however. When I arrived back home I did a little nail polish trend research and apparently matte nail polish may just be the hot new thing. OPI is introducing a matte collection next month featuring six of OPI’s most popular shades: Russian Navy, Lincoln Park After Dark, You Don’t Know Jacques!, Alpine Snow, La Paz-Itively Hot and Gargantuan Green Grape.

Now, this has me pretty excited. Russian Navy and You Don’t Know Jacques! are two of my favorites, I can totally picture rocking them in matte come this fall.

Sources: Nitrolicious, Makeup and Beauty Blog

I’m seriously obsessed with Rachel Roy’s resort 2010 color story. Lime green, coral and navy with some black and light khaki thrown in for good measure.

While the bright colors and sequined separates are perfect for those ladies lucky enough to vacation during the resort season, the more muted colors and sophisticated silhouettes (like the awesome structured shoulder of the navy blazer above) offer options for the 9-to-5 set. And, in this economy, having “something for everyone” isn’t such a bad idea.

You don’t have to wait until this winter to get the Rachel Roy resort look. Try mixing and matching within her color story now- these colors are perfect for summertime!

I love the scooped armholes of this coral Charlotte Russe Gathered Racerback Top. Pair the top with Loeffler Randall’s feminine navy Slouch Shorts for a laid back, yet totally chic, summertime look.

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I recently saw the cutest pair of grey patent leather oxford shoes while out shopping. I had been looking for the perfect pair of oxfords last fall, and here they were, and at a totally reasonable price point. But, being in a summer sandal state of mind, I passed them up. I’ve been wondering if I made the right decision ever since, and finding these amazing photographs on The Sartorialist of a summer celebration on Governors Island, I think the answer is definitely “no” (and I still haven’t found the perfect pair of summer sandals).

I’m so jealous of these pretty ladies in their summer frocks and leather oxfords… I think I may just have to purchase a pair of oxfords and just keep in mind I’ll probably find the perfect pair of summer sandals this November when I am searching for a new pair of boots…

These Sam Edelman Simona Oxford’s with wingtip and laceless detailing are too cute… and I can totally picture them with my summer skirts and dresses.

This past Friday night I had a dinner and concert date with my boyfriend, and totally loved the outfit I threw together- a patchwork skirt of batik and other ethnic prints worn as a strapless dress and cinched with a crochet and leather belt, a jean jacket and sandals. It felt summery, concert appropriate (especially for the Animal Collective crowd) and feminine. I had forgotten how much I love that skirt. A flea market find from several years ago, it’s been at least a year since the skirt has seen the world outside my closet. I have a feeling it will be seeing a lot more action in the coming months. Floral prints are always a must for me, but I also like to mix it up, and the ethnic patchwork on this piece feels fresh and on-trend for 2009. Today I stumbled across this great editorial of south-of-the-border style on TeenVogue.com- “Spice Girl”- it appears I am not alone in feeling the ethnic vibe for this summer…

It might be overkill to wear these with my dress- patchwork print worn with patchwork print has to at least be a denim on denim level crime- but I am seriously obsessed with these Antik Batik Pita Print Ankle Wrap Sandals. Similar to the print of my dress, these would add a little flavor to any outfit…

Whenever I put on a pair of leggings, it is a sort of tug-of-war, and not because they don’t fit properly. It is a mental tug-of-war between the part of me that loves the comfort and wearability of leggings and the part of me that feels they are totally passe. I am sure there are a ton of people that feel the same. Leggings have been around for so many seasons, it only feels natural that the trend should have run it’s course already. Yet, my desire for comfort and an easy layering piece usually outrules my feeling that I may look a little outdated. However, when perusing through the fall o9 collections again this afternoon, I realized that there really is no need to question my pro-leggings stance. Alexander Wang, Diane von Furstenberg, Marc Jacobs, Gucci, Fendi and Max Azria- to name just a few- all sent legging accessorized looks down the runway. They came in basic black, cropped, lace, colored, sheer, shiny, leather… you name it, fall 09 was all about it. I suppose it’s in keeping with the totally 80’s vibe of so many fall 09 collections. And as long as these fashion heavyweights are okay with leggings- at least through the fall season- well, so am I.

Love these dressed-up leggings with lace insets by David Lerner.

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The “Noctambule”(night bird) spread in Paris Vogue, shot by Terry Richardson and featuring Daria Werbowy has me totally amped on sequins. And this is not an easy feat, as sequins have sort of been a loitering trend for awhile now. But come on, how hot is this?

I could never see myself in head-to-toe sequins, although I admire any woman (like Daria here) who can do so and not look totally cheesy. My take on the trend is to add just a touch of sparkle, like the photo above with the black dress paired with gold sequin heels. Or even better, to dress sequins down, like Alexa Chung on the cover of WWD. I have been coveting this outfit since it appeared on the May 13 issue… The worn-in blue tee is a great contrast to the sparkly skirt and adds a cool-girl edge- often lacking- to the sequins.

To get the look, start with a statement sequined skirt, like this colorful option from Barron Duquette.

Then pair it with an over-sized, worn-in tee, tucked in. T by Alexander Wang has some great options, like this heather grey sheer v-neck.

Then finish of the look with either flats or sandals… you can dress this look up or down, depending on the accessories you choose.

To see more of the awesome “Noctambule” spread, head over to Knight Cat.