The Look
Laid-back refinement with moments of romance.

The Label
In less than three years, Phillip Lim has crafted a covetable line with strong roots in clean American sportswear. He launched the collection in 2004 as a counterpoint to the loud, often too arty clothes coming off the runways. Here, girls who eschew fussiness in favor of streamlined looks with personality and an attention to detail, always find just the right thing. His dresses float prettily about while cool coats in natty fabrics ground the collection.

The Designer
Lim was once a design assistant at Katayone Adeli, after which he followed up with Development in his native Orange County, California. Somewhat superstitiously, he named his signature collection 3.1, after the age when he made his solo break. Just one year into his 3.1 Phillip Lim venture, he was tapped with a CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund nomination.

Which came first the chicken or the egg? A similar question could be posed about entertainer Lady Gaga and her fashion choices… are the runways inspired by Lady Gaga or is Lady Gaga inspired by the runways?

The Little Black Dress: Every girl has one….some girls have many but this season’s little black dress is revamped and ready to take you anywhere from the office to the dance floor.

Find your perfect LBD at Standard Style Boutique.

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I find myself pulling on my motorcycle boots day after day regardless of the rest of my ensemble. Whether I’m wearing leggings and a sweater or denim and a blazer these boots are my go to footwear. Sturdy and rugged enough for any weather the more I wear them the more I love the worn look.

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My pick for this week is the Haute Hippie “Twisted Bubble Hem Skirt”.

I think it’s such a special piece to style with for holiday parties and events. Pair it with a fitted top, patterned tights and a killer pair of heels and you’ll have an edgy, but feminine look that’s a little more unique than the typically party dress.

Find this look at Standard Style Boutique.

Dressing for the changing cold temperatures seems like an easy task, but a lot of thought needs to go into mastering the winter layers without looking frumpy and unbalanced.  Keeping in mind you have to be sensible about dressing for warmth, it is just as important to remain stylish with these pieces.  There are a few key elements everyone should have for winter: a great coat and winter accessories.  Once you have the coat, you just need to style with scarves, great boots, and a bag large enough to fit over all the layers.  Take note from these New York dwelling fashionistas to get the look.

If we could pick one girl to stalk at the moment it would hands down be Rachel Bilson.  The former OC cutie has been popping up daily in blogs and magazines showcasing her fresh and fun looks.  Whether it is just a t-shirt and boyfriend jeans with an of-the-moment bag or a sophisticated evening look, Rachel is clearly not afraid to take risks in her wardrobe.  One strong point Rachel is admired for is her ability to dress for her extremely petite frame. Since small frames can be easily overpowered, she takes advantage of the waist cinching belts, tucked in shirts, and mini dresses to accentuate her tiny figure.  This may be just one of the reasons why we, like many others, are constantly wondering, “What would Rachel wear?”  To get a little inspiration, take a look at some of Rachel’s on point looks.

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Everyone’s got to have a “little black dress” in their closet. For most women it is a wardrobe must, a staple, a “go-to” dress that works for all occasions. My pick for this week is not just a weekly favorite item; I’m taking it one step further and naming my favorite “LBD” for the fall season. It is the “Freda Dress” by Twenty8Tweleve and it is truly the ultimate black dress in my book. The one shoulder design keeps with the current trend, but still offers a timeless silhouette. It has subtle details on the back, is slimming to the waist and offers camouflage to the hips with the shape of the skirt. Worn by itself, it’s an edgy, chic dress, but paired with a blazer this dress can go to the most conservative events. I love dresses like this–versatile enough to work with pieces in your closet, but makes enough of a statement to stand alone.

Where: Standard Style Boutique on the Country Club Plaza
When: Wednesday November 11th
Time: Noon – 7pm
What: Complimentary Cooranbong Cocktails and a Marc by Marc Jacobs Handbag Giveaway

30% off all Marc by Marc Jacobs!

There’s a little bit of abrasiveness when listening to Embryonic, The Flaming Lips’ latest album. You sort of get that feeling while staring at the album cover of a girl that appears to be drowned by a hand in her own hair. It’s raw and alive. There is a comfort though with the album’s repetitious drum beats, bass lines and rhythm guitars – this is evident in “Convinced Of The Hex” and “The Sparrow Looks Up At The Machine”.

“Evil” has a nostalgic feeling to it, with brassy 80’s synths and Wayne Coyne’s “I wish I could go back / Back in time” lyric sang back and forth. It’s accompanied with your beloved string arrangements that are reminiscent to The Soft Bulletin. Embryonic is a familiar departure from their recent albums and harkens back to Zaireeka. The electric piano is prominent in most of the tracks with it’s 60s/70s psych rock feel, along with other random spurts of guitar outrages, falling and crashing drums and back and forth bass lines you really feel like you are listening to a band playing live.

Join Matt and Emily Baldwin, Mark Mazzarese and Veronica Mazzarese for an evening of extraordinary introductions: BALDWIN DENIM & KRISTEN FARRELL

THURSDAY, November 12th
Mazzarese – 135th & Roe
6:00 – 9:00 PM

Designer appearance by Matt Baldwin and Kristen Farrell
Special gift bags by MAZZARESE, STANDARD STYLE BOUTIQUE and IHLOFF AVEDA SALON
Complimentary drinks by COORANBONG VODKA
Entertainment and music by THE OXFORDS

EVENT: Wednesday, November 11th, All Day!

Standard Style Boutique on the Country Club Plaza will be showcasing SOPHIA & CHLOE jewelry.

Designer Nathalie Sherman balances current trends with her ultimate goal, to create jewelry that enhances a woman’s features, and brings to her a measure of good will. Every SOPHIA & CHLOE design is hand made, in the United States, with utmost care. Each luscious element is carefully selected and matched in natural light.

The event will go all day, so come out and check out this amazing jewelry.

Trina Turk – Le Metro Jumper

If you were into the romper trend this past spring you’ll be happy to know that “jumpers” are chic new look to wear this fall/holiday season.

I love this Trina Turk “Le Metro Jumper” because it’s so versatile and flattering. It’s simple, black, and sophisticated with pants that flow to the ground elongating your body. It looks amazing with a novelty belt or statement necklace, and it’s a great alternative to the typical cocktail dress for holiday parties this season.

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Saturday, November 7th
9 PM  @  The Record Bar
Ticket Price is $10

FREE COPY OF /DIVIDER WITH ADMISSION

Special guests: The Sailor Sequence, Cowboy Indian Bear and The Show Is The Rainbow

http://www.isoldthetruth.com

Habitat Shoe Boutique presents a Baldwin Denim Trunk Show. Buy a pair of denim and a pair of new fall shoes and receive 20% off your entire purchase.

Date: Friday November 13th
Time: 5-8pm

Complimentary drinks provided by Bombora Vodka.
Music by The Oxfords

Come on by for free drinks fun music and great shopping.