Jetsweater: Michael Kors Sweater Cape makes traveling a dream

This Michael Kors zip & toggle sweater cape is a staple piece for every girl's closet, and let me tell you why...

This is perfect for traveling, broad weave is great for ventilation. Thick & heavy makes it cozy and perfect for cuddling up & making you feel right at home - no matter how many miles away from home you find yourself. 

I love it with skinny jeans. Uber chic, super soft and takes any simple outfit to the next level. 

Those Shoes: Christian Louboutin

"Those shoes!" we're my exact thought when I saw Christian Louboutin's 'Disco Queen' black patent caged wedge. 

Every girl loves red soles, but seriously, CL?!? These are just amazing! The lines. The silhouette. The zippered back. Perfection. 

Day or night, skinnies or a dress, these shoes do not disappoint!

Back to Basics: Chuck Taylor's

Some days there's just nothing like your Chucks. Simple as that. I'm always on my feet & always in heels, so for me, it was a fun change of pace. 

I paired my Chucks with an ivory v-neck tank and black trouser shorts for a spin around the neighborhood. Added my straw fedora to tame the hair and off we go!

Thanks to Ryan Chua for this great shot :) Follow him on Instagram for load of great shot on food and fashion - my two favorite things!

Nice Booties: Donald J. Pliner

Today I was feeling nostalgic so I pulled out a pair of DJP booties and found a dress to match!

These remind me of relocating, exploring, trying new things and meeting new people. 

I can't help but smile when I wear these booties!

Donald J. Pliner, Haiden in Plum Suede and Crocodile

Statement Glasses

I wound up needing new glasses after a flight with a fairly aggressive flight attendant who needed every square inch of my carry-on to be under the seat. With the last shove, I heard the snap. My glasses. My favorite glasses. The glasses I have had for years. That fit perfectly and are so cute. Snapped. 

I headed out thinking I could find the same pair. I trekked an hour away to visit the shop where I had purchased them a few years back. Discontinued. Discontinued? No!!!

So the search began. I have a narrow face and though the hot pink studded children's frames do fit, it's not precisely the looking I would like to cultivate. I scavenged every optical store I could find. Nothing caught my eye ;) 

Finally, I ran into these. I thought they were a little big for my face, or maybe too bold in black and white, but then I realized it. The perfect thing about these glasses just might be that they're not perfect. They are a little different. A little loud. A little much. But that's what makes them me. And so voila, a new era has begun.

Furla frames in black & white

Today's Daily Essentials

Today's daily essentials include my Rayban wayfarer sunglasses in tortoise. My favorite shape, my favorite style. My every day, go-everywhere shades. 

I also have my Gucci wallet, which is perfect in every way... ample slots for cards, four compartments for cash and a zippered change holder on the back. Swoon! 

I can't leave home without gloss. Today I have Juicy Tubes by Lancôme in a nearly sheer pinky nude. 

And lastly, my tic-tacs :)

Walk on the Wild Side: Sole Society Leopard Heels

When I saw these shoes, I have to admit, it was love at first sight. Black patent leather, peep toe, double strap, platform, with just a hint of leopard... How can a girl go wrong?

I have had these shoes for some time now, and it never fails, I get loads of compliments on these shoes. At least four or five every time I wear them. Guys stopping me to point them out to their ladies, women, employees at stores... these shoes are just a hit! And I have to agree, they are downright perfect :)

These are by Sole Society. And here's the best part - they were only $24.90 at Nordstrom Rack!