Instant Chic

Throw together this outfit for a straight-forward-fashion-with-a-capitol-F statement or use select items to mingle with what's already in your closet.

Each item is a great investment, even the leggings. A good pair of leather look-a-like leggings will carry you from late summer all the way through this winter.

-Charlotte Russe - Liquid Leggings, $18
-Marc Jacobs - Tweed Jacket, on sale for $1,025 at Outnet.com
-Yves St. Laurent - Suede Bottie, $949
-James Perse - Black Camisole, $45 at Jamesperse.com
-Tory Burch - Leater Satchel, $595 at Tory Burch boutiques
-Dior - Diorsow Mascara, $24 at Sephora

Back to School

Since I recently went back to school, I've found myself in the market for a versatile school bag. I prefer a combination of utilitarian and style and since those two elements can rarely coincide civilly, I end on the horns of a dilemna; how can I find a bag sturdy enough for books, stylish enough to make me excited to use it and within a realistic college students' budget?

I've compiled a list of contenders to help those that share my position.


Marc by Marc Jacobs Pretty Nylon-Little Tate tote
Available in Dusted Violet, Clementine and Grape Ape
$158 at Nordstrom


Marc by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc Shopper
$148 at Saks


Jessica Simpson Jimmy Tote
Available in Black, Taupe, Violet and Tapestry
$118 at Macy's


BCBGeneration Chain Tote
Available in Plum and Black
$138 at Dillard's


See by Chloe Rainbow Canvas Tote
$135 at Net-a-Porter


LeSportsac ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Window Shopper Tote
$98 at LeSportsac.com

Style tip:
The beauty of LeSportsac.com is you can search for your desired style/size/purpose of any bag first and then choose the print to be applied making your choice that much more individual and made for you.