Thursday, October 20, 2011

Fall Haul: Accessories

I don't need much in the way of clothes, so this season I indulged in accessories. I am completely smitten with jewel tones, and of course--a pinch of leopard print thrown in for good measure.
I am in love with this deep eggplant shade. Depending on the light it looks bordeaux, deep brown or even black. It's proven to be a perfect neutral for Fall's darker palate. 
Here it is on me (I'm 5'5 for reference). I love that the design of the chains also make this bag a cross-body option. I like the size of it - it's much smaller than some of my other bags, but still holds everything I need--wallet, make-up pouch, phone etc.

I haven't been much of an earring-wearer in the past, but now that the kids are at ages where they've stopped using my face and hair as their personal jungle gym, I'm loving earrings a lot more. I've added many more pairs to my rotation this season.
I'm pretty in love with these art deco Lulu Frost-designed earrings from J. Crew. I think they'll be the perfect addition to a LBD for holiday parties especially.
I picked these up from the Urban Outfitters in the Shops at Mandalay while we were in Vegas. 
The white provides a nice contrast to my coloring and also with the darker palate of Fall and Winter clothing.
I finally bought some real sunglasses as opposed to my H&M cheapies. These are Michael Kors Sicily--last seen in this post.

I also added another La Mer watch to my collection. I'm a navy lover so I figured this one would get lots of action. The leather is so soft and supple--this watch is truly a pleasure to wear. 
Of course Fall would not be complete with some leopard print!
I bought the Nine West Escher peep toes from Piperlime. They're the perfect addition of fun to a LBD or other neutral outfit.

The boots are so comfortable. I can't say enough good about them. The wedge is wonderfully cushioned and it feels like I'm walking on air. I wore these to a fair a couple of weeks ago and my feet stayed surprisingly comfy the whole night. Love these!

So those are my new additions. What are you loving for Fall? Are you investing in a certain item or area? What's your favorite Fall trend? Have you used the La Mer code (LAMERSALTWATER for 20% until 10/31) to purchase a watch too? If so--I want to see it!

19 comments:

  1. Oh wow! I was just looking at La Mer watches last night. They're so cute. Thanks for the code! I might have to get one now!:)

    Love all the earrings...especially the green ones!

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  2. You are so ready for fall! :) I like all the earrings and the leopard pumps. That purple bag is simply gorgeous.

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  3. Andi, love your haul.
    I'm loving the watch, the color is great. And those shoes...ah...can't wait until my shopping ban is over.

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  4. Rachel-how cool! You definitely need to buy one now since it's 20% off :) Can't wait to hear which one you choose, it's so hard to make a decision because they're all so beautiful and all of the colors are amazing.

    Thanks Sydney! I'm in love with the bag too

    Lilly-sorry to post during your shopping ban. It's almost over though--you're doing great!

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  5. I love all of your choices...the quilted RM bag is beautiful and I like the unexpected colour and the studding. Is the chain strap comfortable?

    I have earrings similar to your white ones that I picked up in London:
    http://ellaprettyblog.blogspot.com/2010/11/london-shopping-part-2.html
    (they're the turquoise ones in the second pic)...but I like your version better - they're so beautiful (as are you!)

    The new La Mer watch is gorgeous - I think they're going to be classics.

    Also loving your boot wedges - I always want to buy some but never know what to wear them with - what do you wear yours with?

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  6. Love the bag! I have a swing in fuschia alligator embossed leather. Totally impractical, but so fun!

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  7. Hi Ella! The chains don't bother me at all, I think they are comfortable. It definitely hasn't bothered me at all. Glad you like the watch--did you ever see that I wrote back to you that my mom bought the ballet pink watch you were eyeing? She loves it!! I love these wedges, they're actually so comfortable. I just wear mine with jeans or black skinny jeans??? I just needed something closed-toed for the colder weather.

    Jess--fuschia is so fun! Not impractical at all :) lol. My daughter has hot pink Hunters and I swear they go with just about everything! it's wild what a neutral pink is, in all of its shades.

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  8. great haul :) loving that bag!

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  9. HI Andi, I am so loving your Rebecca Minkoff bag. Just for the record, I too, am 5'5 (i lie sometimes and say 5'6) so I have an idea of how that bag would hang on me. I really like the sunglasses and the shoes, you're right, fall is not complete without a dose of leopard print :)

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  10. I love the bag - you picked up some great accessories!

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  11. Squeal!!! Can I come raid your closet Andi?! I love everything here! The bag is a gorgeous shade indeed, and very different than your basic black or tan. I also love those art deco earrings from J Crew. Are they recently in stores? I may have to take a look. You have wonderful taste. I think accessories are the best part of fashion :)

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  12. Sharon-I thought you were 5'8! You seem so much taller than me.

    Of course Noelle--I would love to have a little swap raid with you :) I'm not sure if those Lulu Frost earrings were in the store or not, I got mine online with a coupon code ;) They are still available online though, I love most of the LF designs, the necklaces are fab too. I really agree with you--accessories can totally transform pretty much any piece. They are so fun.

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  13. Andi - yup, I remember reading that your mom got the ballet pink watch - I'd LOVE to see a modelling pic (you should snap one when you next see her!). I saw on the La Mer website that they let you customise your watch - how AMAZING is that!!! I was seriously tempted, but I adore my rose gold MK watch so I don't think I'm ready to wear another watch...yet...but maybe soon LOL :-)

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  14. Beautiful earrings! The Lulu Frost are so pretty as are the white. Can totally see those w/a winter white turtleneck. Your handbag is gorgeous. Leather looks lush!

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  15. that bag is absolutely gorgeous! Love it. xo

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  16. Ella, I will def get a pic of my mom's watch, but she's 1000 miles away unfortunately, so that may be awhile :( boo. The MK rose gold is perfection too, I love that one. I love that pink is such a great neutral.

    Thanks Gigi and Nicole!!

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  17. so many goodies Andi! Loving that bag and those flares on you! The la Mer watch is perfect...looooove the color xo

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  18. oh my goodness, i would wear every single piece you picked out!! you have wonderful taste!! those mk glasses are so chic. i am a new follower and would love if you checked out my beauty blog and follow back. " i'm a mommy with a makeup problem" from the east coast too;-)

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