Since we were snowed in all weekend I wasn't able to get any outfit pictures done, I figured I would share some of my favorite looks from New York Fashion Week up until this point! All my favorites may be seen in this lookbook on Style.com (there are 140 so far.) I will be updating that lookbook throughout fashion month so keep checking back! :)
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Yes, the post title is a reference to Dori in Finding Nemo, I'm so clever ;)
Well this weekend certainly didn't go as planned! The snow started around 9am Friday morning and didn't stop until some time Saturday morning (I slept until 10 and when I woke up it had stopped.) Our cars were completely covered in snow...insane! My roommate & I had to clear off our cars and the driveway in two shifts because it was so cold and so much snow!! But we finally finished around 4, sadly the plows hadn't reached our street yet... As of Sunday we are STILL snowed in...it is TORTURE! So sadly I am missing the event I was hoping to attend for NYFW...
Enjoy some amusing photos from our shoveling adventure. As you can see I changed outfits because I got SOAKING wet during our first round of cleaning.
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| Snowing at 12am |
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| At 10am Saturday |
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| Cleaning my roommates car |
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| Our street... |
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| Almost done! (that's my roomie!) |
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| DONE! |
This week was back to business, I was so glad to be able to get back into the office. Work was quite busy but that's better than being bored, right? Fashion Week has begun and so far I am hoping to get to a fun press brunch on Monday (if I can spare a couple hours away from the office) and we'll see if I get invited to anything else. Although, my email being on the fritz might pose a problem because my contacts may be emailing me without checking the blog and seeing it's not working....ahh!
I hope everyone on the East Coast is ready for Winter Storm Nemo's arrival. I don't have much food in the house so if we get snowed in, I'm in trouble! But I'm sure we'll all be fine, it should be a rather interesting weekend though.
This weekend I'm going to try and do something really fun for the blog, we'll see if I have time though! I'll also be doing my usual pre-wear outfit posts for next week (unless there is too much snow outside.) Then I'll be hanging out at home, grocery shopping and maybe baking? What are your weekend plans?
I hope everyone on the East Coast is ready for Winter Storm Nemo's arrival. I don't have much food in the house so if we get snowed in, I'm in trouble! But I'm sure we'll all be fine, it should be a rather interesting weekend though.
This weekend I'm going to try and do something really fun for the blog, we'll see if I have time though! I'll also be doing my usual pre-wear outfit posts for next week (unless there is too much snow outside.) Then I'll be hanging out at home, grocery shopping and maybe baking? What are your weekend plans?
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| Monday: Tank: Ellen Tracy (TJ Maxx), Sweater: Rag & Bone Boys for Neiman Marcus x Target, Skirt: T by Alexander Wang (net-a-porter), Wedge Sandals: Simply Vera by Vera Wang (Kohl's), Watch: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor) |
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| Tuesday: Sweater: Lauren by Ralph Lauren (Lord & Taylor), Top: Oasis c/o AndOtherBrands, Jeans: Free People (Gilt Groupe), Booties: Alexander Wang (The Outnet, gift), Watch: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor) |
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| Wednesday: Dress: Burberry London (Net-a-Porter Sale), Sweater: Burberry Brit (Net-a-Porter Sale), Wedges: r2 (DSW), Watch: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor) |
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| Thursday: Sweater: hand-me-down from my aunt, Cardigan: Ami dans la Rue (Shopbop Gift Card), Jeans: Jolt (Marshalls), Flats: vanEli (DSW) Watch: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor) |
Lately I have been trying to wear pieces in my wardrobe that haven't seen much of the outside world (either because they are too dressy or I don't have much to go with them). This week it's my Burberry London dress from this Summer. I've only worn it twice (to a Wedding and a Christening) so I decided to style it down for work! It is very thin so I paired it with tights, booties and my super warm Burberry Brit sweater (previously seen here). Sometimes I wish I wasn't so much of a shopaholic because I already have plenty of amazing pieces in my closet to wear. But shopping is my social activity, otherwise I'd barely leave my house, so it's okay...right? ;)
Even though I love shopping, I'm going to try to cut down substantially for the next few months and, hopefully, buy nothing new (except accessories if I find good ones.) I always try to be smart with my purchases but still end up purchasing far more than I need. Ex: I have 17 blazers...and hardly any tops (I'm not a fan of tops, I prefer sweaters)
Song of the Day: Double Trouble by John Williams (Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Soundtrack)
Dress: Burberry London (Net-a-Porter Sale), Sweater: Burberry Brit (Net-a-Porter Sale), Wedges: r2 (DSW), Watch: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor), Sunglasses: Ray Ban 'Emma' (Marshalls)
Even though I love shopping, I'm going to try to cut down substantially for the next few months and, hopefully, buy nothing new (except accessories if I find good ones.) I always try to be smart with my purchases but still end up purchasing far more than I need. Ex: I have 17 blazers...and hardly any tops (I'm not a fan of tops, I prefer sweaters)
Song of the Day: Double Trouble by John Williams (Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Soundtrack)
Dress: Burberry London (Net-a-Porter Sale), Sweater: Burberry Brit (Net-a-Porter Sale), Wedges: r2 (DSW), Watch: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor), Sunglasses: Ray Ban 'Emma' (Marshalls)
NOTE: Unfortunately I will be unable to access my regular email for 3-5 days because I couldn't reset my AT&T password and they have to send me a new one by snail mail (WHAT?!) Perfect timing too, right in the middle of fashion week...grrr! So until then, please email me via: megan[at]meganbarrow[dot]com
I know Spring feels like months away, and it is, but I could not resist sharing these few looks from the Oasis Spring/Summer 2013 collection, Bloomin' Lovely. There are 31 looks in total and I chose my favorite 6, so there are plenty more where these come from.
I am quite surprised at my choices, I'm not usually one for such girly colors and floral prints. But I am obsessed with the printed suits below, especially the first one, simply perfect! And the bottom dresses are all equally lovely, the cut of the middle one is beautiful and I just love the watercolor-esque print on the last.
Thanks to the Oasis PR team for sending over the lookbook!
I know Spring feels like months away, and it is, but I could not resist sharing these few looks from the Oasis Spring/Summer 2013 collection, Bloomin' Lovely. There are 31 looks in total and I chose my favorite 6, so there are plenty more where these come from.
I am quite surprised at my choices, I'm not usually one for such girly colors and floral prints. But I am obsessed with the printed suits below, especially the first one, simply perfect! And the bottom dresses are all equally lovely, the cut of the middle one is beautiful and I just love the watercolor-esque print on the last.
Here's another new item, although I didn't purchase this one. I was gifted this fun Oasis Running Hound Print Shirt a couple weeks ago and it is so fun! It's in burgundy, one of my favorite colors, but has an added touch of fun with the horse and hound print (does that make anyone think of Notting Hill? ha ha)! I forgot to take a close-up because it was so cold! Don't worry, I don't walk in these shoes in the snow/city, I have a pair of "walking to work shoes" and change into my heels at the office. I also look like a crazy person with my gloves, scarf, hat and sunglasses while I walk (my eyes water really easily in the cold so I have to keep them covered!)
Song of the Day: Hound Dog by Elvis
Top: Oasis c/o AndOtherBrands, Jeans: Free People (Gilt Groupe), Booties: Alexander Wang (The Outnet, gift), Coat: DKNY (old), Sunglasses: Michael Kors (Marsalls)
Also, check out Free People's first ever short film, titled Roshambo. The film is about a love story set in Brooklyn, starring actor Christopher Abbott of the hit show ‘Girls,’ alongside model Sheila Marquez. Thanks to Free People for sending it over!
Song of the Day: Hound Dog by Elvis
Top: Oasis c/o AndOtherBrands, Jeans: Free People (Gilt Groupe), Booties: Alexander Wang (The Outnet, gift), Coat: DKNY (old), Sunglasses: Michael Kors (Marsalls)
Also, check out Free People's first ever short film, titled Roshambo. The film is about a love story set in Brooklyn, starring actor Christopher Abbott of the hit show ‘Girls,’ alongside model Sheila Marquez. Thanks to Free People for sending it over!
Today we have a Dress for Less request from reader Zuley! She asks, "I need a Valentines dress for Reno. I do not know exactly what would be good for the place but skater type dresses usually look good on me. Anything like THESE (1, 2, 3) would be nice... HELP!" Her budget is $50 so I did some sale shopping at ASOS ;)
1, 2 and 4 and 6 are my favorites :)
1. ASOS - $17.54 (reg $62)
2. River Island - $21.05 (reg $79)
3. ASOS - $21.05 (reg $71)
4. ASOS - $28.06 (reg $61)
5. ASOS - $47.36 (reg $79)
6. The Style - $23.68 (reg $74)
7. River Island - $26.31 (reg $97)
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8. Forever 21 - 19.80
9. ASOS - $49.11 (reg $79)
10. Glamorous - $26.31 (reg $47)
1, 2 and 4 and 6 are my favorites :)
1. ASOS - $17.54 (reg $62)
2. River Island - $21.05 (reg $79)
3. ASOS - $21.05 (reg $71)
4. ASOS - $28.06 (reg $61)
5. ASOS - $47.36 (reg $79)
6. The Style - $23.68 (reg $74)
7. River Island - $26.31 (reg $97)
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8. Forever 21 - 19.80
9. ASOS - $49.11 (reg $79)
10. Glamorous - $26.31 (reg $47)
View Shake It Up Part II
Since I've been home sick all week there won't be a This Week in Fashion post today. Instead I thought I would show how I've styled pieces in my wardrobe in different ways. My philosophy is - what is the point of buying clothes if you won't wear them over and over? There's no sense in buying something to wear only once, except maybe a Wedding dress ;)
There are obviously a lot more where these came from, so perhaps I'll do another one of these posts in the future. You can also see more duplicates within each of the looks, so have fun finding them!
Song of the Day: Shake It Up by The Cars
The Piece: Zara Floral Shorts
(Might as well make us even more depressed about this cold weather by starting off with some Summer looks ;) )
The Piece: Lanvin Pumps
The Piece: Miu Miu Pumps
The Piece: Moschino Cheap & Chic Blazer
The Piece: Genetic Denim Patterned Jeans
The Piece: Alexander Wang Skirt
Since I've been home sick all week there won't be a This Week in Fashion post today. Instead I thought I would show how I've styled pieces in my wardrobe in different ways. My philosophy is - what is the point of buying clothes if you won't wear them over and over? There's no sense in buying something to wear only once, except maybe a Wedding dress ;)
There are obviously a lot more where these came from, so perhaps I'll do another one of these posts in the future. You can also see more duplicates within each of the looks, so have fun finding them!
Song of the Day: Shake It Up by The Cars
The Piece: Zara Floral Shorts
(Might as well make us even more depressed about this cold weather by starting off with some Summer looks ;) )
The Piece: Lanvin Pumps
The Piece: Miu Miu Pumps
The Piece: Moschino Cheap & Chic Blazer
The Piece: Genetic Denim Patterned Jeans
The Piece: Alexander Wang Skirt
I had another outfit post ready for today, but as I am still under the weather as of Wednesday night, I'm not sure if I'll be in work (well, by the time this goes live I'll know...)
I fell in love with this shoot from one of Net-a-Porter's latest magazine issues. It is entitled City Slicker and I would wear every single look! What about you? Below are my favorites; underneath each photo you can see the breakdown of items.
Photos © Net-a-Porter
I fell in love with this shoot from one of Net-a-Porter's latest magazine issues. It is entitled City Slicker and I would wear every single look! What about you? Below are my favorites; underneath each photo you can see the breakdown of items.
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| Jacket by McQ Alexander McQueen; dress by Anna Sui; earrings by Percossi Papi; belt by Altuzarra; bag by Alexander Wang |
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| Jacket by Altuzarra; pants by Lela Rose; earrings by Chan Luu; bag by Chloé |
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| Jacket by Joseph; sweater by Chloé; pants by Isabel Marant; necklace by Etro; ring by Isharya; bag by Proenza Schouler |
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| Jacket by Burberry Prorsum; dress by Altuzarra; earrings and cuff by Pamela Love |
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| Jacket by Paul & Joe; dress by Derek Lam; earrings and ring by Pamela Love; bag by Gucci |
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Coat by Altuzarra; dress by Peter Pilotto; bangles by Ashley Pittman; bracelet by Gucci; bag by Pierre Hardy
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I had another outfit post planned for today but I didn't go into work Monday and Tuesday because I was still sick (worked from home though because we have a lot going on) so I won't be wearing it this week, now I have a head start for next week though! ;) Still working from home today too...I was hoping I would be able to go in but I woke up and it was worse...
As you all probably noticed from yesterday's outfit post, I got a haircut! My last one was December 2011, so it was definitely needed. I still have to get used to the shortness though...feels weird! Here's a before and after so you can see:
As you all probably noticed from yesterday's outfit post, I got a haircut! My last one was December 2011, so it was definitely needed. I still have to get used to the shortness though...feels weird! Here's a before and after so you can see:
This may have been my biggest "bargain" ever...until 5 days later that is (but we'll get to that another day.) Last Monday I had the day off, so I decided to take the half hour trek to Roundabout Resale in Westport. They were having a pretty big sale and then additional clearance pieces. I went through the whole store and found so many great pieces to try on, from Chloe, Stella McCarntney, Proenza Schouler, Chanel and even Hermès! They have an amazing selection of pieces at reasonable prices! I definitely recommend checking them out, there are a bunch of locations.
In the clearance section I came upon this ruched dress. The moment I saw it peeking out in between some bulky sweaters I knew I found a gem. It was marked $125, but was an additional 50% off so I paid $62. This dress retailed for at least $2200; it was from Burberry Prorsum's F/W 2009 line (see here and here.)
You can thank Christine and Lydia for making me buying this vest...I almost didn't get it because it was a bit expensive ($40...haha) for something at Marshalls. It was French Connection and retailed for $288 so they convinced me. But that deal pales in comparison with my new dress!
Song of the Day: Don't Pass Me By by The Beatles
Dress: Burberry Prorsum (Roundabout Resale), Vest: French Connection (Marshalls), Heels: Miu Miu (eBay), Necklace: Acanthus Jewelry (giveaway), Watch: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor)
* I know I am covered, but I still feel a little exposed in this dress because my chest shows, ha ha...I'm used to being totally covered up so it's a new thing for me. Anyone else ever feel like that?
In the clearance section I came upon this ruched dress. The moment I saw it peeking out in between some bulky sweaters I knew I found a gem. It was marked $125, but was an additional 50% off so I paid $62. This dress retailed for at least $2200; it was from Burberry Prorsum's F/W 2009 line (see here and here.)
You can thank Christine and Lydia for making me buying this vest...I almost didn't get it because it was a bit expensive ($40...haha) for something at Marshalls. It was French Connection and retailed for $288 so they convinced me. But that deal pales in comparison with my new dress!
Song of the Day: Don't Pass Me By by The Beatles
Dress: Burberry Prorsum (Roundabout Resale), Vest: French Connection (Marshalls), Heels: Miu Miu (eBay), Necklace: Acanthus Jewelry (giveaway), Watch: Michael Kors (Lord & Taylor)
* I know I am covered, but I still feel a little exposed in this dress because my chest shows, ha ha...I'm used to being totally covered up so it's a new thing for me. Anyone else ever feel like that?
