Diametrically Opposed

I've been told many times that I'm hard to shop for, but I really don't understand why that is. I can usually find something to love in all styles of clothing. 

Two of my favorite ready-to-wear collections are about as different as can be, and yet, I love them both.

Steve Alan--a line I started crushing on not too long ago--produced another amazing collection for Fall 2011. The looks are gorgeously subtle with cute, quirky touches.

On the other hand, Alice and Olivia, my go-to brand for all things girly, glitzy, and glamorous, produced a Fall 2011 collection that is anything but subtle. The brand went for a fun, flapper vibe. 

Despite my yet-to-be-tamed obsession with all things '70s, it was refreshing to see a collection channeling a different decade (minus the fabulous high-waisted leather, brocade, and velvet pants).

Who says you have to pick one style? I love them all. 

Simplicity

When I saw this dress I nearly died. Navy, pleated, high-waisted, backless- what more could I want? Nothing. It's perfect. It's part of Steven Alan's Spring 2011 collection, as are the looks below.

I'm head over heels in love for these simplistic yet devastatingly chic looks. I sometimes fall victim to the illness of excessiveness: over-layering, over-accessorizing, etc. This images have reminded me how gorgeous simple lines and crisp cuts are (not to mention comfortable). And that panama hat? Lusting.