Candy Striper

What I'm Wearing:

Red Luxetouch Piped Tee - Banana Republic (buy it here)

Striped BDG Cropped Skinny Jean - Urban Outfitters (similar style here)

Dany Platforms - Jessica Simpson (buy em here!)

Black Satchel - Zara

Silver Braided Cuff - Macys

I know everyone wants to jump on the Fall bandwagon, but I'm not letting go of summer anytime soon. Sure, I might break out jeans on an occasion now that it's not 100 degrees in New Jersey every day... but I just love my summer wardrobe.

Looking back on what was in my closet last summer, and what I've built up this year, I can say that my where I spend my money in terms of clothing has absolutely changed. I really do take time to think over my purchases before checking out... Less impulse buying, more long term investment. Fashion broker, perhaps?

Then again, when you find striped pink jeans for $9 at Urban Outfitters, there really isn't much to think about. Case in point - these cropped skinnies that were originally $58 smackers. Plus, you're gunna gasp out loud when you hear I shopped at Banana Republic's Outlet, where I paid about $21 for this red tee. So comfy. Should have stocked up for Fall... or Summer. Whichever comes first.

Oh, and see you at LuckyFABB, soon!

My beaded friendship bracelet is from Antigua, which I bought on my honeymoon! 

Here's a similar style!

The Dutchess & The Duke

What Jen's Wearing:

Peter Pan Lace Top - Charlotte Russe

Pink Jeans - Forever 21

Cut-Out Peep Toe Pumps - Nine West

Black Leather Satchel - Zara (similar style here)

Faceted Triangle Bracelet - Forever 21 (buy it here)

Rhinestone Cord Bracelet - Charming Charlie

Pink Rhinestone Lanyard Bracelet - Henri Bendel

I'm convinced the British influence American fashion and retail more than anyone... Or at least me.

I'm not the first to make this observation, but I will say that I feel like it takes the U.S. months for us to catch up to trends that already happened in the UK.... like, two years ago.

Plus, being married to a Brit has it's advantages. During my last trip to England in 2010, I came across many shirts flirting with adorable Peter Pan collars. To me, Peter Pan collars wreak of baby doll cuteness. They're the ultimate in gawking at your age with something that is fashionably adorable, no matter how young or old you are. 

And you can thank Alexa Chung for inspiring this outfit. You should be jealous of Alexa Chung, actually. She can do no wrong... Google homegirl up. Peter Pan and her need to go into business together.

I swear England is so ahead of the fashion game... The rest of us, or those in New Jersey searching for fashion glimmers among a plethoras of malls, have to admire from afar, and dream of the day they get to visit Miss Selfridge, Oasis and River Island, again.

Color Menagerie

Outfit:

Queen Of Hearts Blouse - SpottedMoth.com

Blue April Skinny Jeans - c/o Urban1972.com

Etienne Aigner Coral Vision Wedges - Marshall's

It's no shocker that when it comes to my hair, I'm on the straight and narrow with it. My bangs and locks being in a poker straight formation is nothing revolutionary, but it's the hairstyle I rock 99% of the time. 

But sometimes, you gotta change it up. I don't curl my hair often because it normally takes me about an hour or more to do so. However, when I do take the time to gussy my hair up, I like the results. What do you think?

Makeup:

Lipstick: Giorgio Armani Beauty Rouge d'Armani Sheer Lipstick - 501 (pink) - c/o

Eyeshadow Giorgio Armani Beauty Eyes To Kill Intense Eyeshadow - Bronze 2012 Summer Collection in shades Obsidian Grey and Madre Perle - c/o

Accessories:

Right Hand: Hook-Leather Bracelet - Wanderlust + Co

Heart Cuff Bracelet - purchased at a craft fair

Pyramid Stud Bracelet - Forever 21

Light Hand - Purple Wool-Diamante & Chain Bracelet - Wanderlust + Co

I've also added some freshness to my beauty routine. I usually opt for a nude lipstick, but I've taken a leap of faith in Giorgio Armani's Rouge d'Armani Sheer Lipstick in pink. I have to say - this lipstick stays on for hours and the shades give a subtle impact, which I love.