KARLA'S CLOSET

Ice Skate

2012-03-05T11:38:00.004-08:00

Yesterday felt like summer so I wore a vintage minidress that reminds me of an ice skater's costume. I love it so much, especially the embellishment on the waist and open back...

Worn with Louboutin pigalle pumps, rhinestone anklet, and Essie Mucho Dinero nail polish.

I found this rhinestone bracelet at an antique mart and customized it to create an anklet!

xxxxx

March Inspirations

2012-03-01T11:32:00.002-08:00

Starting the month with a mood board that has all of the things I'm currently loving- anything sparkly, my dream Audemars Piguet watch, a crystal leotard, red cap toe shoes by Prada and Fendi, and the feminine fifties silhouette.

Also, I'll be adding new items to the shop later on today so check it out!

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A Little Bit of Sparkle

2012-02-27T10:21:00.000-08:00

I found this iridescent sequined blouse at Luxe De Ville a while back and wore it yesterday to try and brighten up my day a little bit!

Worn with Tibi Simona skirt , Balenciaga platform sandals, Ray-ban sunglasses, Tiffany's cuff, and random rings.

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Weekday Fun

2012-02-25T09:34:00.002-08:00

Wore my favorite 70s purple coat to grab an almond milk latte at Le Pain Quotidien earlier this week. I love that place- been there twice this week already!

The weather got a lot warmer so I ended up without the coat...we are currently experiencing 85 degree temperatures. Also wearing All Saints cropped wax jeans, vintage belt, Stylemint tee, and Louboutin pumps.

Random photo from this week- twirling in my 40s nude mini dress...

I came down with a sudden cold a couple days ago so I'm gonna take it easy today. Hope you all have a beautiful Saturday!

Sunday Morning

2012-02-20T09:41:00.000-08:00

Sorry for being away for an entire week- had a few things to take care of. Here are a few photos after lunch yesterday, wearing a tweed skirt that I found at Shareen's in New York.

I love the high slit on the skirt, makes it much sexier!

Worn with a Zara cropped cable knit sweater, Balenciaga sandals, Elizabeth and James sunglasses, Roberto Cavalli snake cuff, and Karla Deras for Roman Luxe chain bracelet.

Slouchy Silks

2012-02-13T12:11:00.000-08:00

Paired a Madewell silk blouse with a pair of olive green silk Topshop trousers for a quick lunch yesterday...

I am so in love with these 50s earrings I found at Hubba Hubba! Worn vintage sterling silver ring, Prada crystal sandals, Super sunglasses, and Essie Over the Edge nail polish.

Happy Monday!

More in NYC

2012-02-09T09:11:00.000-08:00

Snapped a few photos after lunch at Balthazar...

For some reason, New York makes me want to wear all black. Wearing a 60s wool dress, Uniqlo cashmere turtleneck, antique jewelry, Elizabeth and James sunglasses, and Miu Miu boots.

We took a trip to Astro Gems to find inspiration for my upcoming collections...

In the Roman showroom, wearing J.crew striped shirt, vintage wool coat, Madewell jeans, Karla Deras for Roman Luxe earrings, and Prada leopard pumps.

Karla Deras for Roman Luxe part 1

2012-02-06T09:08:00.000-08:00

I'm so excited to be collaborating with Roman Luxe on my own jewelry collection! This has been one of my dreams for the longest time and I'm so grateful to have been given the chance to design what I love.

This is just a preview of the first collection...more to come! We will be doing four collections!

Faux Python Triangular Drop Earrings

Faux Python Pendant Necklace

Faux Python Link Bracelet

Faux Python Triangle Ring

Faux Python Multiple Triangle Necklace

These pieces are already available for pre-order here on Romansunstone.com! Can't wait for you all to see the rest!

Stroll in the City

2012-02-04T09:17:00.000-08:00

Spent a few days in New York this past week working on a very exciting project. The weather was so nice and I kept joking around how I had brought the California climate to New York! Here are some photos I took near a Basquiat-esque mural...

Wearing Dolce & Gabbana wool pinstripe trousers, Margiela jacket, bandeau top, Elizabeth and James sunglasses, and vintage rings.

The perfect Christian Louboutin pump at Bergdorf's.

Spring Siesta

2012-01-30T05:54:00.000-08:00

Saw this editorial recently on Fashion Gone Rogue and loved the styling- everything from the retro curls to the gorgeous Prada flame shoes! It's just so perfect.

I'm in New York for a few days working on an exciting project that I can't wait to share! Stay tuned..

Jewels and Flowers

2012-01-26T13:43:00.000-08:00

I wanted to test out my new camera so I photographed a couple of my favorite jewelry pieces. The first one is a gemstone collar I found at an antique mart recently and the second is a cuff I scored on Ebay.

Cuff worn with vintage sweater, AG jeans, and Giuseppe Zanotti wooden platforms.

Houndstooth

2012-01-23T10:56:00.000-08:00

My newest favorite dress- I picked it up at Shareen's a while back and wore it yesterday with my Derek Lam sunglasses. The houndstooth print reminds me of the Salvatore Ferragamo fall collection that I loved so much!

Also wearing Prada leopard pumps and Essie Bahama Mama nail polish.

Happy Monday!

Red Lips

2012-01-14T09:25:00.000-08:00

Wearing a pair of gifted Elizabeth and James crystal studded sunglasses- they're so beautiful! I wore them with an American Apparel U-neck leotard, vintage skirt, and red lip color by Urban Decay. I'm still learning to embrace lipstick a little bit more...

January Inspirations

2012-01-11T10:22:00.000-08:00

Just a compilation of photos I've acquired over time- vintage Balenciaga, Abbey Lee in mirrored aviators, blush pinks, Grayson Perry art, metallic black eye makeup, and Chloé Pre-Fall 2012.

Metallic Threads

2012-01-09T11:18:00.000-08:00

Yesterday I enjoyed a nice Sunday evening running around the city with my dad. I wore a vintage jacket from Shareen's that was once a coat, but I had it altered because there was a huge stain at the bottom. I think I love it better as a cropped jacket anyway..

Worn with Stylemint tee, Current Ellliott jeans, vintage sterling silver rings, and Miu Miu loafer pumps.

Pink Doors

2012-01-05T10:44:00.000-08:00

Wore this casual outfit to have breakfast with my best friend who was in town recently. I picked up these camouflage skinny pants from Zara and the wool sweater was an Ebay purchase from a year ago.

Worn with beaded hoop earrings, Coach suede Chelsea bag, Giuseppe Zanotti chain ankle boots, and Essie Loophole polish.

A New Year

2012-01-03T12:24:00.000-08:00

I've had this dress sitting in my closet for quite awhile and finally had a place to wear it to on New Year's Day. When I first saw this dress, the shape of it reminded me a little bit of Rodarte, don't you think? Here are some more photos...

Worn with Balenciaga sandals from Satine Boutique, vintage rings and YSL clutch.

xxx

Luxury of the Simple Life

2011-12-29T12:09:00.000-08:00

credit: models.com

I used to post all of my favorite editorials a long time ago and then stopped, so I thought I'd bring it back today!

This was styled by George Cortina November 2010 for Vogue Nippon. I happened to pick up the magazine on a street newspaper stand last year and still have these scans pinned on my wall. I love George's work, and he has incredible personal style too.

Ordinary Day

2011-12-23T12:58:00.000-08:00

These Fendi rain boots are my latest score- I found them on super sale and couldn't resist! My best friend snapped these photos of me yesterday after a quick lunch and tons of laughter... we can't take anything seriously when we're together.

Wearing Elizabeth and James fur vest, American Apparel striped pullover, Hudson Nico jeans, J.crew belt, and vintage brass cuff.

xxx

Sunday's Best

2011-12-19T11:02:00.000-08:00

As you can probably tell from reading my blog, Sundays are the days I like to dress up. I think it's very important to have one day a week where you put on your favorite dress and do whatever you need to do to feel pretty.

I found this dress at Hubba Hubba about a year ago and wore it in New York for a couple hours back in October. I loved it so much and wore it again yesterday!

Dress worn with vintage Weiss brooch, vintage sterling silver rings, and Louboutin Pigalles.

xxx

Nubby Sweater

2011-12-18T09:25:00.000-08:00

I love finding these type of boxy wool sweaters at vintage shops and thrift stores. They keep you so warm and are always easy to throw on for quick errands. I wore this to go antique shopping- my dad is remodeling his home and has put me in charge!

Wearing Giuseppe Zanotti shoes, J.crew jeans, and vintage sterling silver bracelet.

Have a lovely Sunday everyone! xx

Blackest Black

2011-12-12T10:36:00.000-08:00

When I can't find anything to wear in my closet, I usually resort to all-black. I wore this outfit yesterday to devour some lox and eggs at my favorite cafe...

Wearing vintage leather motorcycle jacket, Elizabeth and James trousers, Super sunglasses, and OPI's Roadhouse Blues.

xxx

Holiday Wish List

2011-12-07T13:54:00.000-08:00

I've always been a big fan of holiday dream wish lists- I used to do them a lot more when I first started blogging, so I thought I'd do one for this Christmas season:

Antonio Berardi wool and lace dress, Balenciaga Paris 'L'Essence candle, The Art Book, Serge Luten perfume, Madewell houndstooth collage scarf, Shourouk crystal and sequin earrings, Lanvin python shoulder bag, Jean Shop double-buckle belt, Jimmy Choo mesh pumps, Lanvin brass-trimmed wool coat, Chloé leather duffle bag, Le Metier De Beaute powder blush, Clara Kasavina Branchie ring, and Topshop metallic foil star jeans.

Guerlain Shalimar Initial

2011-12-05T12:32:00.000-08:00

I am adoring the more contemporary version of the original Shalimar, Shalimar Initial. An absolutely feminine and seductive fragrance, it's something you can wear everyday. These photos are inspired by the beautifully innocent and ethereal fragrance...

Toasted vanilla sugar, centifolia rose, tonka beans, and velvety iris make it a lovely confection that is reminiscent of classic Shalimar, yet much fresher and younger...

You can learn more about it here!

Fuzzy Knits

2011-12-01T10:07:00.000-08:00

I've had this cropped angora sweater sitting in my closet for a while. I found at Luxe De Ville awhile back along with the tribal puff-sleeved blouse I posted a few months ago.

My favorite part are the cute little bell sleeves!

The somewhat Christmas-colored background was unintentional, but I like it. Wearing vintage sweater, Rogan trousers, vintage lucite bangles, Rayban sunglasses, Louboutin Pigalle pumps (promise to stop wearing them soon... they just go with everything), and OPI Glitzerland nail polish.