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Designer Collaboration: Marni for H&MOn March 8, 2012 Marni’s collaboration with H&M launches to stores. H&M hasn’t made it’s way to Austin, but for my readers in Dallas, you are in luck. For the rest of us, perhaps we can get our hands on some pieces, at a higher price point, on ebay or from the UK version of the H&M website. I’ve admired Marni’s prints and chunky resin jewelry for years, so am so glad to see some of those in the collection. To view the entire collection, check out H&M.com and below are some styling ideas with my favorite versatile pieces and the Sophia Coppola directed promotional video.  Trend Report: Pants in PrintA curious and exciting trend cropped up last fall and is going full force this spring – printed pants. I’m liking this trend because I mostly wear pants and my wardrobe has gotten a little too predictable with days and days of printed blouses with jeans. Whether you’re fond of florals or a leopard lover, this can suit many styles. I opted for a neutral snake print that fits in well with things I already own (see below). What do you prefer and how are you going to incorporate this trend into your wardrobe? Here are some styling ideas to get you flowing. As I find more I’ll be adding to Pinterest. 
images courtesy of Of Two Minds and Wendy’s lookbook How to Wear It: Fur Vest, Day to NightFur is a classic. Nearly always in style, but alas us Texans can rarely wear it. When the weather cools, I prefer my fur in the form of a vest. It’s quite easy to pair a vest with jeans, a simple long sleeved t-shirt, and boots to be quickly out the door. Here’s how you can take a fur vest from day to night. How to Wear It: Bright Color JeansSo you’ve noticed the bright jeans in stores but don’t know if you can pull it off? It’s actually not that hard to incorporate them into your existing wardrobe. First examine your clothing to determine what your preferred neutral pallet is. Blacks can work with any of the jewel tones – pinks, purples and blues – and browns can with some pinks. Grays are best with yellows and jewel tones. I always gravitate toward grays, so I added a mustard yellow and a bright pink. Second, find a brand that fits you well – many jean makers are adding these to their lines, so you can probably find one in a line you know already works for you. Some are also in twill, like J Brand, so they have a little more give. Last, stick to a straight or skinny leg style for versatility with flats and heels. Here are some styling ideas that will take these from day to night. 
SXSW Music 2011 – Fashion TrendspotterI couldn’t let March end without a recap of the top fashion trends I saw while at SXSW Music this year. Endless types of music => endless fashion tastes. Regardless of the show, I was seeing these all over.
photo credit: splendoraustin.com, jcrew.com Shop My ClosetTo all my readers & friends: Here’s your chance to get your hands on those (fabulous!) clothes I just can’t keep any longer. I’ve gone through every shoebox, jewelry box, and under-the-bed wardrobe box and am putting items up for sale this Sunday, March 13th from 1-6pm. You’ll find vintage, designer and everything in between from all seasons. Sizes available are: And… if you have a piece in your wardrobe that you just can’t figure out how to wear, bring it with you and I’ll provide several styling options! Please see location details & RSVP on the Facebook event page. See you there! Finally! Real Designer Consignment in Austin!For years and years I’ve been wishing and hoping that Austin would grow up enough to bloom a designer consignment store. Not just one that has questionably real Chanel and Vuitton bags and things found in your mother’s closet that cost her a pretty penny back then, but quality designer clothes that are still relevant today! Well I guess Austin finally did grow up or we just have some pretty smart cookies running the boutiques. Enter Moss and Gallery D. Moss is owned by the gals that brought you Feathers. For most of us, Feathers might be a little too hipster or “out there”, but Moss brings it home to relateable clothes you can wear and wear again. Remember that Dries Van Noten line that featured the marble pattern you missed out on a few years ago? Well, they have it sans the original retail price point. And they have the classics too – Hermes, Prada, Louboutin – and some newer lines that are on the more affordable end of your budget (Frye boots anyone?). What I love is that, like Feathers, they update their blog with their recent acquisitions so you don’t have to be stalking their storefront on South Lamar. Gallery D is in the newish 2nd street district and offers cute party dresses, jeans and tops for the girl about town. What a perfect addition the consignment section is! Cynthia Vincent, Marc Jacobs and Diane Von Furstenburg from recent seasons past rotate through the store frequently, so check in often! And… you might even find something that has previously been seen on yours truly! (I hear there’s an amazing gray velvet Chaiken cape and silver and gold Fiona Paxton necklace that might catch your eye.) Since it is consignment, both stores do split any sales with their previous owners. Policies are listed online and the shopkeepers can answer any questions about what they may be looking for now. So, out with the old and in with the new (to you)! Try This: White in WinterMy winter wardrobe has a tendency toward grays, beiges and blacks – talk about bringing on seasonal depression! Lucky Magazine’s blog the other day reminded me how much a white in winter contracts against all those dark drab colors and fends off the blues. Check out this white maxi skirt with a simple black top, blazer and booties – don’t you have all these things in your wardrobe already? Sub the white maxi for white jeans and you’ll be equally hip. Here’s a look for day and night to get your creative juices going: start with white jeans and a gray top and layer from there. Festival DressingAustin City Limits annual music festival is happening over 3 days this weekend in Austin, Texas. The festival caters to many musical tastes and attracts attendees of all fashion tastes, so the people watching is a must. Standing out in a crowd is even more of a challenge with 85,000+ people in attendance, so here are some recommendations for how to dress for the festival, whatever type of music fan you are. The City Slicker What she won’t miss: The Black Keys, Broken Bells and The xx. The Hippie What she won’t miss: Phish, Monsters of Folk, Midlake, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes The Rocker What she won’t miss: Lissie, The Eagles, M.I.A. and The Strokes. Designer Collaboration: Tucker for Target
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Feathers galore – especially in your hair, but also in your lobes!- Feathers are definitely what all the cool girls at school are wearing. The 
The lace up oxford and bootie- I found myself saying way too many times – where did she find those!?! Here are some ideas if you haven’t yet made the minor investment in this trend that is having staying power:
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