donna karan pre-fall 11/12

Favorites from Donna Karan pre-fall 11/12

These looks fuel incredible amounts of inspiration as the days get colder and more unbearable in NYC. I was immediately floored upon first glance. The color schemes of taupe, greys and rugged, woodsy browns scream perfection and it doesn't just stop there. From the long and skimming silhouettes of these neutral dresses, oversized jumpers with long, woolly sleeves that consume one's hands, wrap-around leather belts to distressed leather - I simply cannot ask for a more perfect winter style. Now, it's time for me to take such inspiration, work some magic in my closet and improvise!

1 front street / brooklyn

photos by Lucas Velozo and Michael Mendoza

(wearing vintage fur coat, AA interlock asymmetrical dress, F21 faux leather jacket, Jessica Simpson shoes)

Last week, I had the opportunity to be interviewed by the gorgeous Mari Twins of the awesomely hip TV program, iVive H20 at 1 Front Street in Brooklyn. I was so happy, not to mention immensely flattered to hear that they loved Little Fashion Bird. I have to admit though - as excited as I was at the thought of being filmed during the interview, I was initially a shy and nervous ball of wreck. But the team at iVive H20 were simply amazing and I'm so grateful to have met the lovely Mari Twins. We chatted over our current fashion obsessions, which included our adoration for all things vintage, our trusty platform heels and our love for bangles and cuffs (the more that's stacked over our wrists, the better!). Many sincere thanks to you guys!  (you can follow their fan page here)

Come tweet with me here

xx Lauren

dark leopard shadows

photos by Lucas

Zara leopard coat

Forever 21 ribbed tank dress & dreamcatcher necklace

Jessica Simpson Dany heels

Well it's safe to say that proper insomnia has officially set in as I type up this blog post at nearly 4am.  Is it wrong that I'm feeling more dedicated these days to fashion blogging than focusing on my actual work? I can't help but feel a little guilty for wanting to scour all my favorite blogs out there rather than meet my article deadlines. And adding to even more distractions, I love doing shoots with Lucas at the most random hours of the night whenever I feel the slightest bit inspired. Here, I'm wearing my favorite leopard jacket that never fails to keep me warm and toasty throughout the day. I really like the subtle hints of dark heather grey on it too. Another little piece that leaves me obsessed is this dreamcatcher necklace by Forever 21 - a $10 score that I'm so proud to call my own. 

Forever 21...you never let me down, you're awesome. ;)

By the way, I'd like to thank everyone for your sweet comments on my previous posts. Really makes me smile all the time to hear your thoughts on my blog. Now time to catch a few hours of Zzzz's. 

Come follow me on twitter here!