Happy Birthday Coco!

Happy 128th Birthday to Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel, a revolutionist in the field of fashion . . . Iconic

Marc Jacobs

Oh Marc. There is no doubt in my mind that Marc Jacobs is my all time, absolute FAVORITE designer. Ever. His was the very first glimpse of designer fashion I was able to experience, and my very first designer buy. Ah, the nostalgia =) There aren't enough words in the English language to describe the sheer awesomeness of the genius behind Marc by Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton, etc. As it is still not Fall, and Fashion Week has yet to occur, I feel I can still share the amazing garments he created for Resort 2012. So here they are [well, my favorites . . . ]

And finally my favorite look from the collection . . . [Drum roll please!] 

Savage Beauty

As much as it saddens me, I was unable to see Alexander McQueen's Savage Beauty exhibit at the Met. Sad as I may be, I refused to be excluded from this record-breaking showcase of pure talent, so I bought the book =) Instead of pouring through endless collections to show here, I decided to put together my favorites from two seasons: Fall 2010, McQueen's final collection, and Sarah Burton's Resort 2012, continuing his legacy. These are probably two of my favorite collections that I've ever seen, both intricate and astonishing.

Alexander McQueen Fall 2010

My favorite look =) 

Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen Resort 2012

Crowning Glory

When I typically think of Lauren Conrad, one thing comes to mind: The Hills. Yes, I know I shouldn't be judging based on reality TV, but I couldn't get her out of that mind set for me! That is, until now. Her collection for Kohl's, LC Lauren Conrad, was good, it all looks pretty, but it was her new line that really caught my eye. Paper Crown, full of classic looks with little surprises, like a long-sleeved LBD or a romantic tiered maxidress, is super cute. I think this just might make me forget her dramatic past . . . Oh who am I kidding? That show was addictive, plus she always looked great no matter how much drama was going on around her, which not everyone can do. Me included =) Photos from Fashionista.com