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Favorite Things Part II: The Wild Side

Today’s installment of ‘Favorite Things’ is basically an homage to my obsession of all things leopard. Check out my picks for the best leopard pieces out there, most of which are under $150!

Favorite Things: Leopard
Favorite Things: Leopard by alexander-to-vera featuring leopard pumps

Zara leopard print top
$50 - zara.com

ASOS leopard print jacket
£160 - asos.com

Madewell leopard shoes
$118 - madewell.com

Leopard pumps
$78 - cwonder.com

J Crew animal print handbag
$138 - jcrew.com

Printed iPhone 4 case
$25 - jcrew.com

Runway Scout: Seeing Spots

To be completely honest, I have never been the greatest fan of polka dots. I often feel that when done wrong, they can look either childish or downright tacky. Over the past few months however, I have begun to see the error of my ways due to the many gorgeous spotted pieces that littered the Spring 2012 runways. In fact, one of my favorite looks of NY Fashion week was a black and white polka dot Luca Luca gown which Emma Stone wore on the red carpet a few weeks later. Lela Rose and Tory Burch both went for a more classic interpretation of the print while Sass & Bide added unexpected neon yellow accessories for an instant cool-factor.

1. Luca Luca 2. Lela Rose

3. Tory Burch 4. Sass & Bide

A great thing about polka dots is that with the right pieces, anyone can pull of this effortlessly chic look. Check out some of the amazing street-style examples that I found for inspiration.

Looking to add some great new spotted pieces to your wardrobe? Check out some great options below! Also, for advice on other great ways to wear your spots click here to see my post on mixing prints!

Seeing Spots
Seeing Spots by alexander-to-vera featuring a vintage lace dress

ASOS long sleeve dress
$81 - asos.com

Dahlia mini dress
$118 - asos.com

Long sleeve sequin dress
$82 - asos.com

Polka dot dress
$318 - asos.com

Vintage lace dress
$118 - asos.com

Madewell polka dot sweater
$85 - madewell.com

ASOS polka dot tight
$15 - asos.com

ASOS pencil skirt
$55 - asos.com

Fullcircle
$127 - asos.com
[images via chicfeed.com and nymag.com]

Holiday Gift Guide

For today’s Holiday Gift Guide, I have curated a selection of great gifts for under $100. These picks are perfect for those of you who are on a budget, but still want to give something special. Check them out and give any other suggestions that you may have in the comments section below. Happy Shopping!

Holiday Gift Guide: Under $100
Holiday Gift Guide: Under $100 by alexander-to-vera featuring sequin bags

Cardigan
jcrew.com

Madewell sweater
$82 - madewell.com

J.Crew fringe booties
$88 - jcrew.com

Zara sequin bag
$60 - zara.com

ASOS clutch bag
$63 - asos.com

Leopard print satchel
$65 - asos.com

J Crew sparkle jewelry
$68 - jcrew.com

Bracelet
$78 - bloomingdales.com

Marc by Marc Jacobs chain jewelry
$98 - bloomingdales.com

Coralia Leets tear drop earrings
$98 - bloomingdales.com