Obsession Du Jour: Cropped Leather Jackets

There is something so retro bohemian about a worn-in-had-it-forever black leather jacket. Remember the one you had in high school, it was actually a make shift pillow from time to time...that's what made it classic, ultra cool and extremely desirable!

Modern jackets have the same lived in appeal with updated glamour that takes it to another level. Cropped and fitted make the current leather jacket a must-have item for your fall wardrobe. Shades of black, gray and tan give a bit of rocker's edge to feminine looks. Tone down a dress for partying, layer over a tunic with jeans or add contrast to an all black look. Get in touch with your inner rocker, boho or biker babe with one of this season's most coveted looks!

Take a cue...xoLAS

Cropped Leather Jackets: Obsession Du Jour

Heavy Metal: Metallic Shoes

Shades of silver, gold and bronze meld together to create an of-the-moment look for footwear this season. Rather than slipping into shoes the shade of nude opt for an on trend look in metallic.

Mix metals with blacks, grays, jewel tones, pastels and other metallics for fashion forward looks. Jeans get a throwback to the 60s with oxfords and platform pumps. Add a new wave modern appeal to your outfit by mixing with matte black tights or jodpur pants. Designed to update your day look with jeans and shut down your night with your LBD!

Take a cue...xoLAS

Mad For Maddalena Marconi

Known for their use of precious stones and unique designs Maddalena Marconi is the epitome of one-of-a-kind glamour.

Beginning in Bologna in 1980 the original draft being belts and jewelry but thanks to refinement they've added handbags.

A small company with larger than life ideas ensuring high quality and unique designs that will shut down your look from lunch with friends to a big night on the town!

MY PICKS:

LARGE LEATHER BAGS $660.00

SMALL FABRIC BAGS $450.00

SMALL FABRIC BAGS $295.00

CLUTCHES $325.00

LARGE LEATHER BAGS $530.00

MEDIUM FABRIC BAGS $360.00

CLUTCHES $350.00

Luxe Looks: Tuxedo Jacket

Bold shoulders. Cropped. Boyfriend Style. Fitted. Modern. Vintage. Regardless the style...you will be luxe in this season's must-have: the tuxedo jacket.

Inspired by the 80s, designers have taken to the runway with their own version of the dinner jacket. Notably, Balmain inspired the luxe look for the street style most of us will purchase this season. Modern cuts are fitted or cropped, whilst the oversized boyfriend style is still mingling about with mini dresses.

Favorite looks are cropped tuxedo jackets with distressed tunics and wide bell bottoms. Also loving long maxi dresses given proportion with a fitted version. Investing is optional...thrift and vintage shops are loaded with retro jackets...just be sure to dig. As I always say, the best way to make off-the-rack look couture is investing in a superb tailor!

Take a cue...xoLAS

Balmain

photo courtesy: Style.com

Balmain

photo courtesy: Style.com