Fashion for everyone

last week, gilt groupe (email me if you need a membership invitation!) contacted me with some questions for a feature on their blog. one of them asked what my must-haves are for fall. it's a difficult question, but one that everyone should think carefully about before embarking on a buying binge.


wearing: fred flare sunnies, self-designed jewelry (bottom necklace available HERE), reworked vintage dress (i added the beaded cuffs), vintage belt + bag

at the beginning of every season, i analyze what i already have, then make a list of the 'holes' i see in my wardrobe ~ the pieces i need to make what i already have both 'of the moment' and weather-appropriate. besides always being on the lookout for interesting statement jackets and coats, right now my list for fall includes a lot of layering basics:

1. ivory lace fitted tank 2. black drapey tank 3. silk+cashmere cardigan(s) 4. sheer patterned tights 5. hosiery-weight black socks 6. black thigh-high boots 7. red shoes (bonus points if they're bejeweled) 8. leopard-print purse

did i miss anything major? what's on your list this season?

*update! i forgot to include: 9. khaki trench (thanks readers!)