KARLA'S CLOSET

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!

Crazy Sequins

2012-01-19T10:00:00.000-08:00

Wore this glitzy sequined blouse I found in Paris to grab Thai food yesterday. It's a little crazy, but I think everyone needs one or two out-of-the-ordinary pieces in their wardrobe!

Worn with Levi black jeans, Versace for H&M ring, Rayban sunglasses, and Gucci python pumps.

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.

The Outnet

2011-11-30T13:08:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to share a fun little video we filmed for The Outnet back in October where I styled a "Boy Meets Girl" look using clothing from their online boutique...

video credit: Paul James Hay
I know I know, lame photo pose and a very interesting way of accentuating certain words throughout the video... just let it be.xx

Palm Springs

2011-11-27T10:03:00.000-08:00

My family and I have started this tradition of visiting a different hotel every Thanksgiving weekend. This year, we stayed at the Parker Hotel in Palm Springs. It has 14 acres of landscaped gardens and really funky decor. Here are some photos I took...

Wearing a Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply wool knit sweater and jeans, Ray-bans, and Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

Mister Parker's was a lovely restaurant.

Banana Macadamia nut pancakes at Norma's

Another delicious breakfast... smoked salmon, eggs, and caviar.

Hotel lobby

I am in love with this regal jacket I found recently. The shoulders are incredible, don't you think?! Worn with Levi's, Louboutin pumps, and various silver rings.

Hope you enjoyed the post!

Simple Mornings

2011-11-22T10:24:00.000-08:00

Sorry I haven't posted in a while-came down with the flu last week and spent a few days resting and getting better.

I'm back to par just in time for the holidays! Here are a few photos we took yesterday morning, I ended up changing outfits because it got a little chilly...

Little lucite buttons on this Costume National blazer, I love that kind of detail. Worn with H&M skirt from years ago. Chloe bow sandals, vintage Emmanuelle Khanh sunglasses, and ring from a street vendor in NY. My nail polish is OPI's San Tan-tonio.

November Inspirations

2011-11-16T12:54:00.000-08:00

Just a few things inspiring me this month- everything from a leather Carven dress to rhinestone eye makeup and cranberry red lips. Hope you enjoy!

Albert Nipon

2011-11-14T11:31:00.000-08:00

Lately I've found myself dressing up in denim and blazers, so yesterday I thought I'd switch it up and wear an Albert Nipon dress that has been sitting in my closet for a while now. Never thought I'd actually wear it as I was somewhat doubtful when I purchased it, but I guess I was wrong!

Worn with vintage crystal bracelet, Tiffany's cuff, YSL clutch, and J.crew belt.

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

2011-11-11T10:15:00.000-08:00

I was lucky enough to be invited to the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show this year where I also got to go backstage and snap behind-the-scenes photos. Here are a few shots I took...

Hope you enjoyed the photos!

A Fall Morning

2011-11-06T09:20:00.000-08:00

The weather has gotten a little chilly lately, so I've been wearing a lot of cashmere and wool to keep me warm. Yesterday I wore a jacket that belongs to a 50s skirt suit I found at a vintage shop in Burbank. The cut is fantastic as is the red piping along the collar!

Worn with jeans from Zara, Super sunglasses, vintage sterling silver bracelet, and Christian Louboutin pumps.

It's raining today so I'm all bundled up about to head out to church then breakfast. Happy Sunday everyone!

Ruffles For Days

2011-10-31T10:35:00.000-07:00

What I love most about this dress is the Prince of Wales check print- reminds me of this Salvatore Ferragamo clutch I posted on one of my mood boards a while back.

Wearing my vintage dress with Gucci python pumps, Karla's Closet for Coach clutch, and Roberto Cavalli snake cuff.

Happy Halloween everyone!