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Sister, Sister

My sister is 4 years older than me. Which if you know how old I am and given that you are fairly good at math, I've just outted her age. A cruel thing to do to someone who bought you a very cute skirt last weekend. As her little sister I've got an uncanny ability to let her buy me clothes. It's my super power, letting others buy me things. Plus she is a very giving person. These are the reasons that we do not shop much together, as she would buy me lots of things and I would let her. Receiving free clothing is my weakness, my kryptonite.

Isn't the fabric of this skirt pretty? I love the hints of metallic thread. The best part is that it only cost (my sister) $15. It cost me nothing of course. Not that I'm rubbing that in, though. Because I'm sure that you have a loving sister too that buys you pretty skirts. And if you don't, I will share my sister.

But if you expect free clothes, she's going to need a raise.

Picks to Remix: Date Night

Since I'm all about the remixing, I thought that I'd start a new feature called Picks to Remix where -- you guessed it -- I pick out items that would fit perfectly into a remixed wardrobe. This Picks to Remix features Shop Mamie. Since the Mamie Girls are all about items under $100, I thought that I'd keep my remix picks under $100 as well. In fact, with 13 more imaginary dollars to spend, I might need to go take a second look.

In my remix, I picked:

Dakota Dotted Sweater Dress, because I have shoes that match exactly to this dress.

Chic High Waist Belt, because no remix is complete without a good belt.

Gold Beaded Cuff, because after all the accessories can make or break an outfit.

What would your remix include?

Ralph Lauren Pink Pony Campaign: 100 Bloggers Unite!

This fall, Polo Ralph Lauren will mark a philanthropic milestone with
the 10th anniversary of Pink Pony.

{Ralph Lauren Pink Pony Polo, Sold Design Lab skinny jeans, Stephanie Johnson clutch, Bumper boots, Vintage sunglasses and watch}

On October 3rd and 4th, 100% of all net proceeds received from Pink Pony products sold at Ralph Lauren stores and on RalphLauren.com will benefit the
Pink Pony Fund and fight against Cancer.

Growing up, I remember wearing Ralph Lauren. Polo shirts were always my favorite.

To find out that Fashion Chalet was invited to be a part of Ralph Lauren Enlisting 100 Bloggers to Model for Pink Pony's 10th Anniversary is an honor.


I also want to thank all of my readers, your support means a lot to me! I'd love it if you could introduce yourselves.

Guest Post at JenLovesKev

Hello friends! Check out my guest post over at JenLovesKev. I was so excited when Jen asked me to do an outfit post inspired by a work of art, while she is on maternity leave with her precious little newborn, Rowan.

(I bet Edward Hopper never thought that he'd show up in a fashion blog, but lo-and-behold, he did. Go see which work of art inspired my outfit today.)

MKA-THE ROW

USAtoday

check out the interview HERE

Pierre Hardy for Gap Fall 10

I've worn my Spring 2010 Pierre Hardy for Gap wedges too many times to count. The debut?
See them again here.



Pierre Hardy knocks another one out of the park. This Fall, suede is all the rage. Here's a peek of the peep-toe platform wedges that hit Gap shelves (and online) October 19th. I can't wait to wear mine with sweaters and lots of layers.



Scout likes them too.

ashley: 360°

wish the 360° were easier to work out--
hard to get every angle + to get flattering shots!

Dotty

(Shop: top, skirt, necklace)
Jeanna brought up a good point from yesterday's post via comment. She asked is co-worker approval actually a good thing? If I worked at Lucky Magazine (hi! hire me!), yes. If I work where I work now, meh. I mean look, as I've said plenty of times before I could literally get away with anything at work. Halloween costume, jeans, heck I could wear a Snuggie and people would look at me about the same as they did today. It's actually kind of a nice relief, to not worry about what other people are going to think. Plus I think the array of colored tights from last winter broke them down. Literally -- those yellow tights could bring co-workers to their knees.
I bought this shirt on Saturday with my beloved sister and mother in tow. I was standing in line with something completely different when I spotted this shirt from across the way. I dropped what I had, said "hold my place" bolted over, grabbed my size and bought it on the spot. They of course laughed at me saying they've never seen any thing like that before. I call it instinct shopping. My mother called it "frantic."

This is Not a Test

Okay so after looking at my pictures I wish that I would have worn my clogs with this outfit. But hey -- that's why I style blog. To see if what the mirror tells me really works as an outfit. I like this but I think my clogs would have been even better. Of course I couldn't find them this morning. Why? Because they were in my car, along with jumper cables, three magazines, my coffee mug and a blanket. I'm starting to suspect that someone lives in my car. I'm not sure who it is, but they have great taste in shoes.

I tweeted this morning about my red pants, snarkily saying "let the co-worker comments begin." And wouldn't you know it -- not a single comment. I walked around to every person's office and made sure that I walked away slowly, backwards. I was sure that these pants would be perfect for a Monday morning backhanded compliment but all I got was a few smiles. So that only means one thing. This outfit is....


CO-WORKER APPROVED!!
Red pants road test complete.

look of the day: mary-kate

Fashion Week at Lincoln Center

{Storets blazer, Vintage sequin blouse, Leyendecker skirt, Mar Y Sol clutch, Abazias earrings, Vintage sunglasses, Moschino platform wedges}


What I liked about Lincoln Center as the new venue for Fashion Week:

• The elegance.
• How everything seemed so serene and calm.
• The quick check-in.
• Pausing to pose on the catwalk in my Moschino wedges.
• Being spotted by Street Style photographers. Is it OK to admit I blushed?
• Chatting with Olivia Palermo.
• Learning that Rachel Zoe had walked by moments before I arrived.
• Seeing Freja Beha, Anna Selezneva and Magdalena Frackowiak in Ports 1961 thisclose. I'm a huge fan!
• Finally getting to wear my olive green Leyendecker skirt. Previously worn in orange here.
• Meeting Photographer Jonathan Alpeyrie. You might remember him from the City.
• Knowing that Gossip girl is filming there this week.

Ps. Leyendecker is offering a 25% OFF discount for the green skirt if you email contact@leyendeckerlosangeles.com and mention Fashion Chalet!!!!

2011 Nail Trends Pictures

2011 Nail Trends Picture

Eyes Makeup Trend 2011 | Goddess Eyes

One of the eyes makeup trends for 2011 is a goddess style. For winter 2011, there are no colours, the key is to use black eye-liner, black coloured mascara, and matte copper or black eye-shadows, to emphasize the contour of your eyes.

Eyes Makeup Trend 2011 | Goddess Eyes

Fall winter 2009 2010 Make-up

Makeup Artist Diane Kendal used M.A.C. Cosmetics to make up the models at Carolina Herrera in New York Fashion Week for fall winter 2009 2010 collection. The models had a very luminous look.

random: ashley

Erin Wasson Encounter

During New York Fashion Week this year, I saw so many familiar famous faces mere inches away from me. Surreal to say the least. Everyone is even prettier in person, if that's even possible? After one of the shows, Lindsey and I were waiting to hail a cab when lo and behold Erin Wasson was shooting right next to us. Before a large SUV pulled up and scooped her inside, Lindsey managed to capture this quick snapshot. Erin is even taller in person too, incredible!

MKA--NYC

justjared

Fashion Meets Food at Panera

{Alex ordered the Mediterranean Veggie sandwich.}

{His brother had the French Onion Soup.}

{I opted for the Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad and Garden Vegetable Soup with Pesto.}

Skipping breakfast and jumping right into lunch.

Jess LC Diversey Collection

As luck would have it, I'm sitting in an airport by myself. As luck would have it, my flight is delayed. As luck would have it, I've been meaning to post about working on the Jess LC Look book. As luck would have it, I have wi-fi. Aren't I lucky?

Jess Constable (owner/genius behind Jess LC and Makeunder My Life) emailed me a few months ago wondering if I'd be willing to model for her look book for her fall collection called Diversey. The most emphatic yes! came out of my mouth and then a squeal. And then she asked if Bryan (Mr. Everyday) would shoot it. He too squealed. You can imagine how excited we were. So excited that we went to Subway for lunch to celebrate. (true story)

First things first -- we love Chicago. I hope you paused dramatically between each word because it's true, we have a fascination with that city. So Jess being in Chicago invited us up a few weekends ago to shoot the look book. It was like a dream being there. And then we met Jess. From the first 30 seconds of meeting her, it was like I'd known her for years. I know this is hard to believe but I'm moderately shy in person, but Jess made us feel immediately at home.

We got to meet Susie, Jess's right hand woman, and Megan, a talented young stylist and from there we toted all around Lincoln Park shooting the look book. It was a magical, magical day. So now I'm going to hush up and show you a few of my favorite shots of the day.

Thank you Jess for inviting us, being our tour guide, letting us sleep in your bed and of course for making beautiful jewelry. It was a weekend I hope to never forget.
Find the Diversey Collection here. (Warning -- you will love every piece)