Fast forward 20 years and here I am playing with shoulder pads again! Well strong structured shoulders at least. I guess garment technology has improved since he 80’s and padding is not necessary to sculpt a look. Very good thing. No embarrassing white pads flying out of your jacket.

What do the rest of you think? I get a sense that the strong shoulder trend is not one that is going to take off with the masses. Maybe that’s a good thing. It certainly doesn’t look right on just everybody. I think it helps if you have a stronger profile to begin with. If you’re dainty and delicate this look might swallow you up for dinner.

I went el frugal route and picked up this zippered cardigan with sharper shoulders at H&M over the weekend, (see 1st photo below). Barely makes the cut as a strong shoulder top but it’ll do. And for under $30 it’ll tide me over until I find the real strong shoulder piece for my closet.

The rest of these were strong shoulder looks that inspired me..

Here’s a few of the things from Modcloth I’m considering…

So what’s on my mind right now? Sequin blazers! Is it just me or is this the trend that’s anywhere and everywhere. I don’t know exactly why started it but I think Rachel Zoe had a big impact.. esp. with her show the Rachel Zoe Project. Whatever she says on the show you end up seeing everywhere. By the time I’ve finally finished writing up this post, I’m actually on the verge of sequin blazer overload. Is it just me or do fashion trends seem to spread a lot faster and further than before?

Anyway, I’ve been photoshoping like mad and putting together some outfits with sequin blazers. The first look on the left is something I’d wear on a regular day, simple black and black. This is a very safe way to go. When in doubt go for all black, no one can say you didn’t know what you were doing. The next look (blue sequin blazer) would be something I’d wear at a more conservative event, maybe a work holiday party. Now that I look at it thought it’s a little on the mature lady side. The 3rd look (light grey/silver blazer) is definately work appropriate. The last look is a little wacky but I thought I’d try it out. What do you think? Does this work or is it just too mixy matchy?

I hope to hear you guys all try out the sequin blazer trend soon. If not sequin blazer, sequin anything. It’s everywhere so you can no excuse of not being able to find one you like!

For now I’ll just share one of my recent cheap(er) thrills for this Fall. Who isn’t looking for an over-the-knee boot for this coming season?? I was very close to spurging on these platform boots from Belle by Sigerson Morrison for $545 but felt squeamish when it came down to pulling the trigger. Will my husband freak? Maybe. Ok so instead I found these boots from Guess called the Rumala boot. The picture on their website is not flattering. Check out the photo of ME in them hehe. They fit so well through the calves whether it’s over leggings, skinny jeans or just bare. They are faintly slouchy, just enough to slouch but not droop down your legs. The top of the boot can also cuff down revealing a satin lining. I personally like the full up look though.

Hope you all find your boot or boots (hopefully) for the upcoming season. There’s so many to choose from.. i may well go broke from boots alone!!!

$595 @ Tobi.com

Here’s a few that I like so far in my search for the perfect bib necklace.

It’s crazy but my favorite at this point is one I found at BR! $69.00!!

I’ve been eyeing this one.. for several months and now it’s on sale! Ben Amun Bib Necklace @ IntermixOnline.com

This one from Kenneth Jay Lane on shopbop.com would look good with a simple black get up.

Anthropologie is hitting the trend hard and has a ton of bibs… (which means this is so mainstream but that’s cool with me.. luxeness for the masses!)

Here’s the latest:

a maternity outfit…

..considering this Versace bag that’s on sale at eluxury..

slick city by LuxeGurl featuring Mystique sandals

i’ve had my eye on this dress for some time now..

steel maxi by LuxeGurl featuring Dior clutches