100 Inspirations: September 2011

the IT list... September 30, 2011!

Happy Friday ladies! Explore some of these fabulous links to get your weekend off to a great start!

gs lillian says she is more comfortable in a dress or skirt than in jeans. Are you the same? It's not hard to see why, she always looks fabulous in dresses and skirts! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
lex and learn makes a very delicious looking semi-homemade pumpkin bunt cake - get her simple trick for this fall treat! (find lex and learn on twitter!)
simply bold just snagged a gorgeous pair of leather shorts... check out how she styles them up for fall!
rachael, really looks absolutely adorable in her denim shorts plus knee high socks plus hunter boots! What a fun combo! (find rachael, really on twitter!)
take me for a twirl is totally rocking this bright green blazer - I am loving these looks! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
little girl in a big world does a fall weekend on the beach - check out her trip and live vicariously through her! (find little girl in a big world on twitter!)
everyday mom style wears a great patterned top to work, but wonders... is the pattern too much!?!? I don't think so, I love it! (find everyday mom style on twitter!)
fabulously average shows you ladies how to layer even if you live in a warmer climate! So cute! (find fabulously average on twitter!)
a spot of whimsy rounds up her favorite fall looks - and they are all just swoon worthy! Head on over and see her inspiration! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
the style dossier lists their top reasons why fall will rock - such a fun list! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
sweetie pie style rounds up cozy and unique ways to add blankets to your home decor this fall! These photos all look so warm and cozy! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
chic or treat finds these adorable velvet flats in several colors for such a steal! Stop by her blog to find out where to snag them! (find chic or treat on twitter!)
high heels and bubble gum puts together a fab outfit with white pants - yes, after Labor Day - that is perfect for fall! (find high heels and bubble gum on twitter!)
behind the dressing room door rounds up her top picks for Anthropologies recent 30% off sale! I am loving this gorgeous camel coat! (find behind the dressing room door on twitter!)

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Mandy Moore look for less <$112

Mandy Moore is someone I have always admired. I love her casual style. This look would be extremely easy to recreate, and most of the pieces are timeless.

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Olivia Palermo Look for Less <$140

Colored denim is all the rage this fall and it seems like our favorite Olivia Palermo is taking part in this trend. I love how she has paired the kind of burnt red colored jeans with the orange top, this color combo works great!

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Sweater
Jeans
Top
Shoes
Clutch

Kourtney Kardashian Look For Less < $103

I love black and navy together and Kourtney Kardashian wears it well in this great outfit:

Source: tumblr.com via Jackie on Pinterest

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dress
necklace
sunglasses
shoes
tights
lipstick

the IT list... September 23, 2011!

Happy Friday ladies! This week's IT list has a decidedly fall feel!Dig into these great links!

if I must say so is looking fall-chic in this chambray dress and Western booties - seriously, this is so cute! (find if I must say so on twitter!)
undeniable style is inspired by polka dots... see her inspiration and how she wears them! I am loving polka dots this season! (find undeniable style on twitter!)
gs lillian has a new series where she features a fun manicure style each week. I am so in love with this weeks design that she whipped up with these three polishes! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
a spot of whimsy continues her series "she" with another fabulous combo of eye candy and a quote. Love this! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
simply bold takes a bad hair day and turns it into a good one... plus, I love this little belt trick!
lex & learn has a gorgeous selection of fall scarves... check out her picks! (find lex & learn on twitter!)
little girl in a big world scores some great pieces for fall at Old Navy and Target... check out her finds! (find little girl in a big world on twitter!)
take me for a twirl shows off her favorites for fall... of course, coffee is at the top of her list - it's at the top of mine too! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
high heels and bubble gum is going on a shopping diet... but not before she snagged this super fun outfit! I love this layered tunic. Way to go out with a bang! (find high heels and bubble gum on twitter!)
rachael, really is sporting her new Hunter boots and looking fabulous doing it! This outfit is so perfect for fall! (find rachael, really on twitter!)
sweetie pie style shows off her new obsession... party bars. I too am loving these... especially this apple cider bar! What a fun way to entertain. (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
behind the dressing room door has anthropologie's new arrivals for fall and I am loving these bright corduroy pants - how fun! (find behind the dressing room door on twitter!)
one hundred inspirations has this stylish Heidi Klum look for less. I'm loving these colors!
good life for less is talking blazers, blazers, blazers! Check out her top picks and her favorite way to wear them! (find good life for less on twitter!)

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Whitney Port look for less <$107

Whitney Port... Who doesn't love her? She is one of my favorite fashionistas. I love this southwestern inspired sweater, paired with black skinnies. She looks so put together, yet comfortable at the same time [my favorite combination].

Heidi Klum look for less < $98

This Heidi Klum outfit is perfect for late summer to early fall... simply layer a jacket if needed for a fabulous look!

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pants
top
necklace
bracelet
shoes

Katie Holmes Look for Less <$106

I LOVE this look from Katie Holmes, it's perfect for a fall night out. I love how she paired the white blazer with the chambray shirt dress and a fun red belt. I also wouldn't mind having her lovely braided updo!

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Dress
Tights
Belt
Blazer
Pumps

Selena Gomez Look For Less < $77

Here's a great look for a night out on the town as seen on Selena Gomez. Love the taupe booties!

image via people

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top
jeans
shoes
bracelet
ring
lipstick

the IT list... September 16, 2011!

Friday already? Celebrate the weekend with some fun links!

if I must say so is rocking some fall boots and they look fabulous! Have you whipped out your fall boots yet? (find if I say so on twitter!)
undeniable style has a perfect day in this darling outfit... do you ever have all the components of one day align just so? I love it when that happens! And I am in love with her shoes! (find undeniable style on twitter!)
high heels and bubble gum pulls together the perfect Sunday outfit... how gorgeous is this ensemble? (find high heels and bubble gum on twitter!)
the style dossier always has the best tutorials... I'm loving this make-up tutorial that they call "bold and metallic" - gorgeous! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
behind the dressing room door always has her eyes on the best sale items at Anthropologie. I love this cute jacket - it's perfect for fall! (find behind the dressing room door on twitter!)
100 inspirations recreates this great denim on denim outfit that Katie Holmes wears for less!
sweetie pie style is loving this mustard sweater - so am I! See how she styles it three ways! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
fabulously average is seriously rocking the red pants - one of my all time favorite trends! See how she wears them. (find fabulously average on twitter!)
take me for a twirl is headed back to school... what's your favorite part about back to school? Or favorite memory? (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
lex and learn rounds up her favorite black boots for fall... check out her gorgeous picks! (find lex and learn on twitter!)
gs lillian just snagged a pair of gorgeous green loafers and I am totally crushing on them. Head on over and drool over them with me! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
a spot of whimsy rounds up some really fun Peter Pan inspired eye candy - go check it out and then dream about being a kid forever! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
simply bold says all you need is love... or at least all you need is a cute "love" t-shirt! I love this look!
good life for less is one of the hosts for the luxe lotto... have you entered to win a Kate Spade handbag and a Coach necklace yet? Check it out! (find good life for less on twitter!)

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Rachel Bilson look for less <$132

Rachel Bilson has such great style. She's a "go-to celeb" for new trends. For fall, I am a huge fan of red pants and leopard print accessories. In this look, Rachel does a great job of mixing patterns and wearing the seasons latest trends.

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Katie Holmes look for less < $107

I am a huge fan of the denim on denim look (or my personal favorite: chambray on denim)... I love how Katie Holmes rocks this look with a bright orange handbag. It's the perfect pop of color for this ensemble!

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sunglasses
jeans
top
scarf
bag
shoes

Rachel Bilson Look for Less <$125

Sometimes I feel like since I am only 5'0 I can't really pull off a maxi skirt but fellow shorty Rachel Bilson shows me that it is possible. I love the cream color of the skirt paired simply with a black tank and blazer and a fun braided headband!

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Reese Witherspoon Look for Less < $140

Here's a nice preppy look for fall seen on Reese Witherspoon. Loving her schoolboy blazer!

Source: stylebistro.com via Jackie on Pinterest

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blazer (psst, it's from the boys' section)
skirt
tank
shoes
tights
necklace

the IT list... September 9, 2011!

Happy Friday... take some time to enjoy these great links!

take me for a twirl does just that... who doesn't love a good twirl shot? Check out how she styles up this twirly skirt! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
the style dossier has a Missoni inspired manicure tutorial for you... just in time for the Missoni for Target launch next week! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
fabulously average writes an open letter to fall... from Pheonix. She's ready for cooler temps! But in the meantime, she still manages to look fab in warm weather duds! (find fabulously average on twitter!)
lex and learn just bought a new pair of cowboy boots - see how she plans on styling them up! (find lex and learn on twitter!)
chic or treat has whipped up some rainy day style inspiration - we have a few rainy days in our forecast... I'm going to take her advice. Plus, how cute are these rain boots!?! (find chic or treat on twitter!)
a spot of whimsy confirms that if you weren't a Kate Bosworth fan before... you will be now. Beautiful! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
undeniable style is hosting a giveaway to win a fun Kate Spade pouch... head on over to enter! (find undeniable style on twitter!)
so much to smile about is planning her Fashion Night Out outfit... here are her picks! I do wonder what she ended up wearing... (find so much to smile about on twitter!)
if I must say so asks "brunch anyone?" Check out her favorite brunch spot and of course, what she wore! (find if I must say so on twitter!)
gs lillian shows off her favorite ways to wear stripes... I love stripes any way, but I especially love them in this stripe on stripe outfit! (find gs lillian on twitter!)
behind the dressing room door features great sale items at Anthroplogie - I'm loving the boots she found! (find behind the dressing room door on twitter!)
sweetie pie style announces her fall nail polish trends - check out her picks! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
high heels and bubble gum shares her top two fall trends... colored jeans and fringe! See how she puts the two together in a super cute outfit! (find high heels and bubble gum on twitter!)
good life for less shares her top skin care picks from the drugstore - check out her favorites! (find good life for less on twitter!)

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Sienna Miller look for <$112

How can you not help but love Sienna Miller? She always looks so well put together, yet quirky and edgy all at the same time. I love this laid-back look she is wearing.

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Kate Watch! {what is Kate Middleton wearing!}

Boy, it's been some time since we've had some good Kate Middleton outfit action... huh!?!? She is by far my most favorite celeb to "watch" - and I just love how laid back and simple she is for a Royal! This outfit is no exception...

And if you want more Kate looks... click here!

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jeans
sweater
scarf
flats

Audrina Patridge Look for Less <$80

So I know "technically" you aren't allowed to wear white after Labor day but I tend to be a bit of a rule breaker because I love this look from Audrina Patridge and really want to recreate it! You could even make it more fall-ish by wearing your white skinnies with boots instead of sandals!

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Sweater
Tank
Denim
Earrings
Sunglasses
Sandals

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Look For Less < $138

I recently ran across my new (to me) favorite style icon, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Holy smokes, she is gorgeous and has amazing personal style! I think I pinned about every street style photo of her over the weekend. Here is one of my favorite looks from the batch-effortless, cozy and cool:

Source: peoplestylewatch.com via Jackie on Pinterest

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Sweater
Scarf
Jeans
Tank
Purse
Glasses
Flats
(Psst-there is a great knock-off of her Chloe flats by Steve Madden-although they are $140, and I can't find them in nude anymore. Here they are available in black & leopard)

the IT list... September 2, 2011!

What!?!? It's September!! While I'm always a little sad to see summer go, I do love the month of September! Celebrate fall with some great links!

mix and match fashion pairs her pink blazer with a fun chevron patterned top - I absolutely love this look for a late summer day! (find mix and match fashion on twitter!)
take me for a twirl lays out her fall wish list... I am in love with this green blazer she is crushing on! Perfect for summer to fall! (find take me for a twirl on twitter!)
chic or treat DIYs her own glitter flats... whoa! I am obsessed with these... and the best part, she only spent $20! (find chic or treat on twitter!)
lex and learn has the perfect formula for sleeping in AND getting a healthy breakfast - I like the way she thinks!
so much to smile about is taking summer out in style - check out her Labor Day weekend style inspiration! (find so much to smile about on twitter!)
the style dossier offers up a simple tutorial on a voluminous ponytail, including her 'secret weapon' to get the exact volume you need! (find the style dossier on twitter!)
fabulously average pulls off what could possibly be the most perfect 'casual Friday' look ever. Check out her look and be inspired! (find fabulously average on twitter!)
high heels and bubblegum sports white pants, sequins and a denim jacket for the win. This outfit has me swooning! (find high heels and bubblegum on twitter!)
a spot of whimsy is in love the new Oscar de la Renta ad campaign - and rounds up other work from the same artist. I'm in love too... these are so glamorous and girly! (find a spot of whimsy on twitter!)
sweetie pie style found the perfect platform loafer for fall... see how she styles it up three ways! I know I am loving these shoes! (find sweetie pie style on twitter!)
as luck would have it also rounds up her favorites for fall. I always love a peek into what others are loving... and this sweet summer to fall skirt is no exception! Cute!
undeniable style takes an ill-fitted dress and sews it into a super cute top... check out her skills and how she styles it up! (find undeniable style on twitter!)
if I must say so pairs denim shorts and lace for a perfect summer look... how sweet is this outfit!?! (find if I must say so on twitter!)
good life for less asks would you wear boots with shorts for a late summer look!?!? Check out her inspiration and answer the question for yourself! (find good life for less on twitter!)

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Malin Akerman look for less <$107

Malin Akerman is looking chic in a oversized knit sweater, riding boots, and skinny jeans. I love how Malin is layering her look. This outfit makes me excited for fall!