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Although I still have an infinite number of things to do this weekend, I really needed a break. I decided to browse one of my favorite websites, The Outnet. Which I just realized today after all this time they are replacing "net" with "let", oh well I cant always be the smartest.

Anyhow, I found many Serena inspired items. Just because this is an "Outnet"doesnt make the items cheap but there are still some good deals to be had

Burberry Prorsum, $790.00:

I really don't think it gets more Serena than this dress, in fact, I cant fathom as to why we have not seen her in this actual dress. Since it is no longer available in my size, I just saved myself $800.00- fortunately or unfortunately? Well it is probably fortunate because I am fairly certain that if I found a plain dress in this shape and fabric, I could easily create my own DIY version. Needless to say the first look is still not really a "good deal" for most people
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Temperley London: 966.00

In Paris, we saw Serena in some bright colors, like those amazing Suno pink pants and long green Haute Hippie dress. I could also see her wearing this in the Hamptons.


Temperley London: 328.00 (marked down from 1095)

Studded detailing always grabs my eye, this jacket looks amazing on over a dress as pictured on the website also with leggings or skinny jeans. The price is not bad perhaps it will make it on my excel spread sheet for possible purchase.
See by Chloe 142.00:
We have seen Serena in this color once before, and this neckline always


Rebecca Talyor 118.00:

Very good price on this silk tank dress especially considering that it was marked down from 395.00. The beaded fringe reminds me of a Chelsea Flower vest that Serena wore last season and I could easily see her also wearing this dress.

Poleci 112.00:
Serena wears a romper every now and then and I think this one is very classy. I have been searching for probably a year now for the most perfect and sophisticated jumper/romper/playsuit and this may actually be the one . It was marked down from 375.00 and I think it would be close to impossible to find one in silk for a better price.

See by Chloe 168.00

You simply cannot go wrong with a studded dress, I am sure Serena would pair this with a blazer and an ankle boot.

Sara Berman $320.00:

Serena has without a doubt, the best collection of leather jackets- probably in the world. This one pictured below reminds me of her because it is fitted and has studded detailing along the front seam and around the wrists. I think it is a fair price for a leather jacket, however, if it doesnt feel like my leather jacket from Florence I would have to return it because now I am spoiled.
Sachin and Babi, Chiara dress, 200.00 (shopbop):

I completely love this dress from Shopbop.com (I browsed that website as well today). I have not seen anything quite like it before. It may be difficult to see in the picture, but it has a light Tye- dye print all over, and what I like most is the deconstructed look of the dress, the more I think about it, the more I am realizing that I will need to add this to the spreadsheet ASAP.


Missoni 459.00

Serena wears Missoni now and then, and this skirt is perfect for her! I can see it with either a silk tee or a denim (nanette lepore style) or off white blazer. It is not the most affordable skirt but was originally 3 times the price indicated.

Paul and Joe Sister $54.00:

Serena loves a vest, because of her --I own two vests. She would pull this off wonderfully over a dress or skinny jeans. However, I fear that I would look ridiculous in this, for only $54.00 I would normally go for it, but I am just unsure.


Haute Hippie Ombre sequin dress, $209.00:

In the last episode last seen before the excruciatingly long hiatus we are currently enduring, Serena wore a Haute Hippie mini skirt. This is like the affordable dress version of that skirt. By the way that outfit below is impeccable !
Malene Birger Sequin mini dress, $192.00

It goes without saying, we have seen some version of this look on Serena on many occasions, short sparkly and topped with a blazer.
Alice by Temperley Studded Vest $148.00:

I bet that Eric Daman is mad that he didnt find this vest for the show, this is more Serena than the similar vests they have dressed her in on past episodes.



Alice and Olivia, Shopbop, $557.20

We all remember Serena's strong shoulder metallic Pucci jacket with the blue Tibi pants from the Paris episodes, which was of course amazing. I think she would like this jacket equally if not more, maybe not with blue pants but something equally as fabulous.

Alexander Wang, 238.00

This is a very classic dress at really a great price considering it is Alexander Wang. Serena has worn a similar version when needing to look professional, until she decided to just screw it and wear a one shoulder or backless dress instead.
Herve Leger, between $648.00 and $720.00
Skirt 288.00

Both Serena and Blair have worn Herve Leger on the show and I think is it really flattering and versatile on everyone. Below are some looks that remind me of Serena.

I hope one day to have a Herve Leger piece, it will probably a skirt and not a dress considering the price but who knows I might get lucky one day.

Vena Cava, Shopbop, $409.50

Serena and Blake herself, frequently wear Vena Cava, I am also surprised we have not seen her in this dress yet this season. Maybe it is not short enough? Well I love it and there's only a few left!

Pense Printemps!

With the fall fashion collections debuting in February, now is an excellent time for regular people like myself (meaning non-celebrity, I hate the term regular but is sounds better than ordinary) to start pondering over our looks for spring.

I have been reviewing the Spring 2011 runways shows from this past September and catching up on the ones I missed. I always prefer Spring in terms of weather, but the Fall collections really sollicit my exicitement in a way Spring never can.

Nonetheless, I was still able to find some looks for Spring that spoke to me. When I say "spoke to me" it doesnt necessarily mean that I would wear the look or even like it.. more so that it captured my interest. However, these looks below I really did like, I will share some looks on another day that captured my interest that I didnt really like so can you see what I mean.

Zac Posen: Ombray, need I say more? I always go for anything ombray




Balmain: (the I- is silent Beyonce-uggghh-- just another reminder)

I dont think anything will compare to Balmain's 2009 Spring and Fall collections, I will never get over my love affair with the strong shoulder look. However, I do adore embellishment and deconstruction...

Lanvin:

At the moment I happen to be into Gray and Green tones and these have sparkle and embellishment and texure. These looks make me think of Serena as they are colors she usually wears and she almost always has some type of embellment happening

This looked waaay better on my favorite Blake:

Marc Jacobs:

I have to admit, I have been on a long journey trying to understand and come to terms with Marc Jacobs. Everyone loves him and I just didnt get it, sure I found a few items here and there that I loved, but overall I was mostly confused and felt like an outsider. His Spring collection I am proud to say that I totally get it !! Which makes me think that those who normally worship him may not like this collection. Anyhow, I know that I definately would love to feel like a giant flower especially during springtime. I would love to know how much that mustard dress is because I am dying to purchase it, I really think it would de-emphasis my arms that I hate so much

Chanel :) :

You can absolutely NEVER go wrong with Chanel, it is a classic that never disappoints

Great mixing of prints! something I am trying to master- I know the rules but cant seem to get it quite right

I will be looking to recreate this look for sure-- minus the shoes (they are not for me- I guess once in while Chanel can disappoint)

Erdem:

I loved just about everything from Erdem's Spring Collection it is pretty and dainty. I could never get tired of florals in spring, I suppose I am very traditional in that respect. I also like that they repeated that red skirt with two different tops, they arent exactly the same but just about. I really need to be invited to more tea parties......

Still reviewing the runways...... more to come :)

lost in the forrest of forrest prints

I dont know that tree and forrest prints are necessarily new, but they have been on my mind lately, ever since I purchased a tree print shower curtain. I am not talking about palm tree prints, more of a bare branch print without leaves. Although it is a very appropiate look during this time of year, it has not received the attention it truly deserves. I am looking for a forrest printed article of clothing and here are some options that I have found, and no I am not planning on buying the Valentino one.

DVF- sleepy hollow print dress original $375.00, sale price about $275.00

Urban Outfitters- Dolce Vita Fir Print dress- $216.00

Tibi- Midnight Forrest Easy Top $242.00

Tibi Midnight Forrest Shift Dress $345.00

Tibi Midnight Forrest Long Dress $498.00( my personal favorite)

Tibi Midnight Forrest Drapped Dress $378.00

Valentino: Shadow Forrest Printed Dress: $3, 980.00

Vero Moda: Tree Print Dress $50.00

Asos: Camilla Norrback tree print top $110.00

On an unrelated but yet related note , I am really loving this tree bed:

My tree print shower curtain

What is your favorite tree print?