Apartment 34 Sponsor {Keri L. Designs}

One of my new year's resolutions is to remember the accessories! It's amazing what the pop a set of bangles or the sizzle a good necklace can bring to an otherwise tame look. You can see my latest fave example of well-accessorized look here.

That's why I'm so excited to welcome our latest sponsor, Keri L. Designs jewelry. It's a killer line LA-based line of bracelets, rings, necklaces, earrings and (one for the boys!) cuff links.




All of Keri's pieces are infused with the perfect combo of California-cool and big-city edge that makes her them workwear appropriate and eye-catching all at the same time! I think the bullnose necklace is going to have to be mine. 


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Monday Workwear {Widen Your Horizons}

I realize the skinny is now a beloved wardrobe staple and I certainly won't be throwing mine away anytime soon, but I'm going to put them up on the shelf for awhile. New year, new look. It's time to open thing up a bit!


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Of course, a few best practices still apply. The look require for floor skimming lengths so be sure to pair them with the appropriate heel.

But don't be afraid to go big! Have a great week luvies.

*Mrs. E

On the Run

Do you remember the last time we had a full five-day week? Maybe I'm just lucky. But all this time off  actually has me scrambling to keep up!


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The full week next week is going to be quite the rude awakening. Hopefully I'll be back on top of my game by then! In the meantime, I wanted to be to check out my guest posts this week.

You'll now be able to catch up with me regularly on the Rue blog. You can see my inaugural post and the great finds of the entire team here.

You can also find out more about what's on my mind these days over at Sterling Style. Taylor's new series is going to be divine. I can't wait to see who is up next!

Happy Friday luvies!
*Mrs. E

Deliciously Dark

They promise me the days are in fact getting longer now, but when I leave the house and come back in total darkness day after day, I find that a little hard to believe.

Rather than let it drive me batty, I've decided to find inspiratino from it instead!



I'm certainly loving the uber-classic all black ensemble and the idea of sitting at such a sumptuous desk! Maybe the dark isn't so bad afterall.

Happy {Play Hookie} Monday

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED SHORTLY!

Hi dearies. How is the new year treating you thus far?


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I'm rather happy because I've got an extra day off to play today and I plan to make the very best of it!

But I couldn't just leave you hanging luvies ~ I had make sure your new year is off to the best start too, and what better way than with a GIVEAWAY!


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One lucky reader will win a pair of stunning hammered hoops from beloved Apartment 34 sponsor, Wendy Mink Jewelry.

To win, simply leave a comment about your New Year's Resolution on this post! Tweet the giveaway or post to Facebook for an extra entry.

This one is a quickie - a winner will be announced on Tuesday, January 4 at 12:00 pm PST!

Happy Monday and Happy New Year!
*Mrs. E

New Year's Eve Fashion Fix

Did you, like me, fail to find that perfect frock for a rockin' New Year's Eve? Take heart, all is not lost. You can ring in the new year with statement making style.

Simply pull out your best LBD ( or insert t-shirt + skinny jeans, tank + mini, cashmere sweater + wide leg trousers per your personal fashionista preference) and add an outrageous statement necklace. Any of these from Tom Binns will do quite nicely.




Consider your fashion emergency solved and your NYE look practically perfect. I hope you get your new year off to a fabulous start!

Monday Work Wear {The Best of 2010}

With how quickly this jam-packed year flew by, for the final week fo 2010 I thought I'd look back over the 365+ posts and pick my very favorites. It's interesting to look back and see how perspectives, personal tastes and trends evolve (or stay exactly the same) over the course of 12 months!

Throughout the week I'll be bringing back my top work looks, taste treats, wedding inspiration and crushes. Because when a fresh start presents itself, its wise to remember the old before you start the new.

I hope you enjoy walk down memory lane!

Best of Monday Work Wear 2010
There are definitely some consistencies in my preferred work wardrobe. Menswear, power shoes, a love of Zara, looks that turn heads and makes you feel great at the same time.

But I think the post below, inspired by our honeymoon in Italy, really captures my workwear mantra: make a statement, make a mark, make people stand up and take notice, because really, what's the point of getting up every Monday and going out into the world other than to make your individual impression on it!

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Original post: These looks spotted during men's fashion week in Milan are right up my alley. Giovanna is a classic and those shoes - need I say more?! I think my fashion is going to influenced by Italy for quite some time.

I hope you head into the new year ready to make an indelible mark luvies.

Happy last week of 2010!
*Mrs. E

D&G rocked the Milan Fashion Week

It was the perfect romance on the ramp with Dolce and Gabbana’s spring/summer 2011 collection at the Milan Fashion Week The whites were actually looking gorgeous. The range had it all from perfectly-cut pencil skirts, detailed floral attires, bustiers,corset-bodies, ra-ra skirts and the long maxi-dresses.

Each piece was gentle plus elegant. The garments of this collection were accessorized with wooden and floral sandals, giving that natural look to the models. Overall, the D&G show was awesome; it was sultry with the laces, elegant with the linen and fantastic with the designs. Have a look at the pictures below

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Properly Suited

I have always been been smitten with a classic menswear look (alla Katherine Hepburn, one of my long-time style icons) and I am particularly a sucker for a good suit. A great suit causes fashion enduced heart palpatation.

The Burberry Pre-fall 2011 collection is most definitely causing my heart to skip a beat right now.


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I want to wear that tweed suit to Christmas and the black one to my first Monday back to work in the new year.

Santa do you hear me?!

Happy {Golden Glow} Weekend

December presents endless opportunities to get your glow on and really, why not grab every single one?




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This weekend we're celebrating the hubby's birthday with nights on the town, a sumptuous dinner, and I suspect of bit of debauchery, as every good birthday should include.

What are you up to this weekend my dears? I hope you grab the chance to enjoy a little sparkle!

Till Monday luvies,
Mrs. E

Baby It's Cold Outside

And it looks oh so good!


images by the sartorialist

Stay warm and lookin' hot luvies.

I'm loving angels instead...

photo by Daniella Rech

Monday Work Wear {All About Knits}

With unseasonably cool temperatures I've had to breakout all of my sweaters - but just because you're cozy doesn't mean your look can't be still be sharp and poised.




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Paired with a structured belt, a crisp white shirt and the ubiquitous killer heel, you're ready for the boardroom, and the couch (as soon as you get home!)

Happy Monday luvies!

*Mrs. E

Long Weekend Lusting

There is so much goodness to be found when you're suddenly flush with free time and the joys of blog world to troll. I just couldn't resist sharing a few of my favoriate finds.

I'm loving a look that gives a nod to harvest season,



I'm dreaming of an Italian retreat,



I'm coveting noir for the holidays,


Perhpas with a little spot of color to brighten the mood.



But what I'm really loving is the fact that there are still two more days of the weekend to go! Now there's something to be thankful for.

I hope you're having a wonderful holiday luvies!
*Mrs. E

Happy {Give Thanks} Weekend

Well my loves, this is it. The holiday season has officially arrived. Did it catch you by surprise as much as it did me?!

Life seems to have been roaring by so fast and furious lately that I'm definitely looking forward to the break, and to bread with our nearest and dearest.






I'm also planning to use the extra time to put the finishing touches on some new projects of my own. You may have caught my newest endeavour - styling, which was just featured in the latest issue of Rue Magazine. Here's a peak of my suggestions for dressing for your family Thanksgiving dinner.

(Spoiler alert!) I plan to bring those services to you, dear readers (and mass general public who have yet to hear of me), very very soon. So do let me know if you have a problem closet because I am your fashion fairy god mother.

You can check out my tips for your office holiday party and New Year's Eve looks in Rue here, but I can't wait to start offering solutions to your styling dilemmas!

Finally, I have to reiterate how thankful I am for Apartment 34 and the world of blogging. I want to thank our latest blog sponsors, fab fashion line Lesley Evers, favorite Seattle-area boutique Promesse, gorgeous jewelry designer Wendy Mink and Canadian style setter Dace. I love featuring great design and looks I love and these are all at the top of my list.

I hope you have the opportunity to say thank you to someone special in your life this weekend. I got the chance to do that in a guest post at Create Girl today. We shouldn't need a holiday to force us to pay attention to the people that matter to us, but hey, we could all use the reminder now and again!

Happy feasting - till next Monday luvies!
*Mrs. E

Credits: Thanksgiving montage pics via eddie ross, studio patro, and dress design decor. Rue Magazine spread shot by Kim Bamberg, styling by me!