Fool-proof outfit (aka, my current obsession)

Recently, I have been craving a chic, simple outfit, that doesn't scream "old lady" or, perhaps even worse, "trying too hard." Well, epiphany hit, and although this seems like a no-brainer, I swear it didn't occur to me how simple and chic--not to mention easy--this outfit really is. And the best part? I guarantee all of you have these sitting in your closet right now.

What you'll need:
-Simple knit tank, in a sheer white.
-Black pencil skirt, knee length, either high-waisted, or jack it on up.
-One of mom's old belts that magically fit her when she was your age, but now that we wear our pants down to our asses...well, you know the rest.

Seriously, all you do is tuck that tank top into the skirt, and if it's not high waisted, pull it up to right past your belly button, and belt it where the waistband is. Add heels, and some intricate gold jewelry, and you'll look so chic, you won't believe it. Honestly, it's unexpected gold.

My favorites for this look:

The Perfect-fit tank, $18.00, by J.Crew
The Perfect-fit tank


Kenneth Cole Reaction High Waist Pencil Skirt, $79.00, Nordstrom
Kenneth Cole Reaction High Waist Pencil SKirt



Nine West "Hotpic", $79.00, Nine West
Nine West Hotpic

It's the most wonderful time of the year--Fashion Week!

So the buzz is that thus far, fashion week has been kind of a disappointment, like the designers are throwing in the bucket. All this aside, I've seen some things that I do like...so with that in mind, here's what we'll (maybe) (possibly) wear this fall:

Tory Burch, Fall 2008 RTW

They may not be for everyone, but I'm kind of becoming a fan of shoes that are both delicate and tough, like the ones on this model. The thick straps are just so cool to me, but they're dressy at the same time. I know this is kind of like a quasi-boot, and slightly ridiculous, but it's fashion week, and I can wear whatever I damn well please. And the outfit's not bad, either. Lovely sunny color for the skirt.

Karen Walker, Fall 2008 RTW

Maybe it's because I spent 5 months living in Australia, and vicariously living in New Zealand, too, but Kiwi Karen Walker is a delight. I love this throwback to the seventies print, with the thick, wooly tights. I can't decide if I like the Peter Pan collar, but I think the outfit as a whole is working on me.

Malo Fall 2008, RTW

I COVET this outfit. The gloves, the hat, the sweater..all of it! Can't you just picture yourself scooting around some European city in this outfit?

More updates later, I promise!