Fall RTW 2011: Marni

Out of all the shows I've browsed for Fall 2011, Marni is my favorite. I love the different textures, subtle detail, and unexpected color combos. Most of all I love the relaxed shapes and the use of pattern. It reads like a downtown girl's version of what uptown should be.

Note the long sleeves and the baggy gloves.

Ugh, can I have that leather jacket? And who says navy and black don't work?

I'm not such a fan of coral/ salmon color but I think it really looks good here.

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Same pattern, slightly different colored fabrics. Is that a detachable peter pan collar I see? Note how the collar matches the platform on the shoe- so subtle.

VvV Amanda

Do The Polka (Dots!)

Anyone that knows me may be aware that I have a slight (read: super intense) obsession with polka dots. Every shop I go into on, I tend to gravitate towards the dazzling, cross-eye-inducing spots section. The other day, I even managed to wear a polka dot dress with polka dot tights without even realising (not out in public, don't worry!). Here are some of my favourite polka dot picks for spring (and maybe even one or two that will help you get through the end of a tedious winter):

Anthropologie barrette, $15.

Left: Meadham Kirchoff shirt, $125 at Topshop. Right: Hemlines polka dot cardigan, $28 on Etsy

Left: Modcloth dress, $153.99. Right: Marni trousers, $335.

Left: Modcloth shorts, $37.99. Right: Topshop dress, $40 (was $90.)

Can't say no right? They're just so cute! They're the perfect pattern for every occasion, go and buy some of these great pieces... so I don't have to!

♥, Azzara