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Carrie B

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carried bradshaw inspired outfit

Jean jacket, Old Navy [similar] // Lace top, Kimchi Blue via Urban Outfitters [similar 1; 2] // Skirt, Jack Wills [similar] // Necklace, J.Crew // Crossbody purse, Kate Spade [similar] // Glitter heels, Kate Spade [similar]

I wore this [what I like to refer to as] daytime party look out for a birthday lunch last week. The mix of denim, tulle polka dot skirt, and glitter stilettos definitely reminded me of a late 80s Carrie Bradshaw. I intended for it to be a fun, birthday girl-esque outfit I might not normally wear during the day, but let’s be honest– Carrie would probably rock this on a Tuesday at breakfast.

jack wills black polka dot skirt

kate spade glitter heels

kate spade bow purse gold chain

Dreaming of Fashion Week

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“Every year the women of New York leave the past behind and look forward to the future… this is known as Fashion Week.”
-Carrie Bradshaw

I know I said I didn’t like making seasonal to-do lists, but I do have a life bucket list. On that list, somewhere between live in London and be in a movie, lies a dream to attend New York Fashion Week. And don’t think I haven’t thought about what I’d wear if the opportunity ever came knocking! Tulle and bangles and simple glam a la Carrie Bradshaw of course.

kate spade fashion week

Pardon My French Tee, Kate Spade New York, $58
Tulle Skirt, Elizabeth and James, $295
Embellished Collar, KARL, $185
Classic Q Percy Cross Body Bag, Marc by Marc Jacobs, $198
Galli Pump, KORS Michael Kors, $195
Walter Cuff, Tory Burch, $145
Turnlock Katie Bracelet, Marc b y Marc Jacobs, $128
All the Girls are Crazy Idiom Bangle, Kate Spade New York, $128

The Carrie Diaries

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Warner Bros. Television Entertainment/Eric Liebowitz

 

I am getting super excited about The Carrie Diaries upcoming TV show, if for nothing else than the fashion! I think AnnaSophia Robb is just adorable and, at least from the few pre-production photos I’ve seen, is really fitting the part. Young Carrie’s style may not be a look I can rock every day, but it sure is fun playing dress up sometimes!

What do you think– are you excited about The Carrie Diaries or do you fear it will ruin the allure of Sex and the City?

Sequin bolero, vintage // Black tank, H&M // Tutu skirt, 344 // Bird belt, H&M // Bow headband, Forever 21 // Bow earrings, BCBG // Pearls, Urban Outfitters // Watch, Guess // Rhinestone bracelet, DIYed // Tassel bracelet, Bfrend // Purse, vintage // Heels, vintage

Guest Post: Sister Pinspiration

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My little sister and I have always dreamed about what our bachelorette pad would look like if we ever had the chance to move in together. Since I’ve been crazy busy with work + life (and meeting fabulous Boston Bloggers!) this week, she’s here to show you what our dream apartment would look like…

Images via Pinterest. Follow Morgan & Emily!

Tutus on Saturdays

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I realized this past weekend that being home, bumming around on a Saturday, is no reason to not wear fun clothes if I’m feeling particularly glitzy. That kind of inspiration comes from my girl Carrie Bradshaw. The woman who cozies up with Big and his takeout while wearing Jimmy Choos and pearls. In case ya didn’t know.

Knit sweater, American Eagle
Tutu skirt, H&M
Bow headband, Forever 21
Necklace, Spike the Punch
Bracelets, handmade
Leopard loafers, Steve Madden

Bedroom.

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Happy November! I can’t believe that November 1st means that I have officially been a resident of my “new” neighborhood– and bedroom– for two months now. I figure that means it’s about time for a couple photos of the room like I promised!

I got my inspiration from Carrie’s apartment, when she has it redone in the Sex and the City movies…


My version, though surely full of differences, came out better than I ever could have hoped!

A little preppy, a little boho, and with a hint of sparkle– I feel right at home here 🙂 The frames are full of a mix of vintage postcards, little sayings, and some of mine and my friend Samantha‘s photography.

And just because it’s not a Carrie [or Emily, for that matter] lair without the clothes…

I think I’ll stay awhile.

Men I may not know, but shoes, shoes I know

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A quote from the utterly fabulous Carrie Bradshaw right there.

I’ve been finding a lot of inspiration in Sex and the City lately actually. Cliche, yes maybe, but I still think Carrie has a lot of wisdom to offer me. And fashion tips. After all, my favorite part of SATC will always be the clothes. Well, and the shoes…

1 * 2 * 3 * 4 * 5 * 6

Best part is, you don’t even need their budgets to afford most of these (though where do they all get so much money??).

Which girl do you think would wear each pair?