Currently Craving: Minimalist Chic

These days, I really admire the simplicity of minimalism. It has a quiet confidence that speaks louder than any trend or label. For me, there is no joy like buying a well-crafted, timeless piece with clean lines and quality to last a lifetime. 

Featured above: 

1. Étoile Isabel Marant Diego Oversized Jacket, similar here and here. 

2. 18K White Gold Fairmined Bar Pendant, $575, Brilliant Earth.

3. 18K White Gold Luna Ring, $850, Brilliant Earth.

4. La Garçonne Moderne Portrait Top, $295, La Garçonne.

5. Stripe Wrap Skirt, $118, J. Crew.

6. Bra, $85-180, VPL. 

7. Black Flat Waist Bag, $145, Hipsters for Sisters.

8. Stella McCartney Ankle Boots, $486, Bergdorf Goodman.

I'm also excited to share with you a company I just learned about called Brilliant Earth. They specialize in beautiful, ethically-sourced diamonds and engagement rings. Take a look at their website, if you're in the mood for some serious eye candy. 

Worth the Wait: Black Vegan Leather Skirt

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I know, I know, I'm a little late to jump on the bandwagon here, but the truth is, I've been craving a cool, black, vegan leather skirt for quite some time now. I just haven't been able to find the right one. I love the look of these sleek, high-waisted skirts above--a basic, black, vegan leather skirt can pretty much be considered a wardrobe staple, as it can be dressed up or down and goes great with nearly anything. So, you can see why I was in no hurry to buy one that I wasn't quite sure I'd love till death do us part. 

Well, good news! The wait is finally over! A whole new, slew of adorable vegan leather skirts miraculously popped up on the market this week and just in time for fall. Yippee! I decided upon this one, and can't wait to get it in the mail so I can start experimenting with all the varieties of what I can pair it with. For now, I'm thinking basic tees, sweaters and crop tops... 

Similar ones here, here, and here. 

Currently Craving: The Plaid Skirt

Ever since this red plaid mini caught my eye on Instagram the other day, I have not been able to get it out of my head! I absolutely adore this look on fashion blogger Aimee Song of Song of Style. Her skillful mix of prints and addition of a black biker jacket toughen up the school-girl plaid, while the delicate, heeled ankle boots add a touch of femininity. In my eyes, this look is perfection--the perfect mix of sophisticated-chic and cool-girl punk.

Get the look: 

Tildon Wrap Mini Kilt, $62, nordstrom.com

Alexander McQueen Plaid Zip Skirt (Wool) , $630, shopbop.com

Checked Mini Skirt, $79.90, zara.com

Try The Trend: The Vegan Leather Skirt

I first got the idea for doing this post from Who What Wear, an online fashion news site, which recently published an article on bright leather skirts for spring and summer. I liked the idea of the leather skirt for spring and so decided to round up the best vegan leather options for those love this look yet don't want to wear real leather...