The September Issue 2013

The September issue of Vogue is the most important yearly publication in fashion (and probably the heaviest).  Oscar Winner, Jennifer Lawrence, graces the cover.  I was finally able to pick up my copy and I am beyond excited about 902 pages of fashion!  I'm not ashamed to admit, however, that the ads are by far my favorite part of this issue.  I get so much of my inspiration from them!  Have you read this year's September Issue?

Style Steals: J. Crew Factory

If you love the preppy, fresh look of J. Crew Clothing but don't want to spend $80 on a shirt, then check out, J. Crew's online outlet store, J. Crew Factory.  Although J. Crew has some amazing clothes, it's not quite my style but I do find myself gravitating toward their jewelry!  I've seen many style bloggers sporting chunky J. Crew statement necklaces and bracelets and I just can't get enough of the look.  However, I don't like to spend too much on costume jewelry.  Luckily, J. Crew Factory offers similar styles to J. Crew, but at a factory store price.  Another plus is that they are always running promos so sometimes you can score 30% off you're entire order.  Below are some of my picks:

Factory Leopard Calf Hair Bangle ($19.50)

Factory Layered Silver Necklace ($44.50)

Factory Flower Fringe Necklace ($44.50)

Clothing Colab: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target

As you may well know if you've been reading my blog posts for a while, I'm obsessed with designer collaborations.  It's a great way to get a well designed piece at a fraction of the cost!  This September I'll be keeping my eyes pealed for designer Philip Lim's collaboration with Target which launches on the 15th.   This collaboration will feature both apparel for men and women with prices ranging from $19.99 to $299.99.

Next:  The next collaboration that I'm looking forward to is that of H & M and French designer, Isabel Marant.