My First Video Blog!

Pardon my some-what awkard opening and repetitive words but I wanted to

document my journey about my move from Boston to Los Angeles and

today I filmed my first post!

Enjoy!

xx Sarah

My Fall Must Haves

Stay ahead of the trend for Fall 2013.

If you know anything about me, you know that Fall

is my favorite season. The smell of the air in the morning,

Autumn inspired Lattes, the shopping and most importantly..

New York Fashion Week. Pieces I saw walking down the 

runway in the spring of last year have mirrored exactly

what you'll be seeing in stores in the next couple weeks.

I am not someone who over-indulges in trends because

I consider myself a saavy shopper with classic but

modern taste. (I find sporting non-stop designer labels a little tacky).

 I like to experiment with trends usingaccessories or more affordable pieces 

but indulge with timeless pieces like the perfect little black dress and

a chic leather jacket.

If you feel like you need to start on your fall shopping,

here is a list of my must haves..

Something "Berry"
Tory Burch, $475

A Flowy Blouse
VINCE, $295

Chic Little Booties
DVF, $350

A quilted Leather or Faux Leather Jacket
REISS $745

Printed Tops and Sweaters
344 Boutique, $48

Real or Faux Leather Pants
Topshop, $64


Stay tuned for more!

xoxo

Sarah

From Day to Night

From Day to Night

By Sarah Nearis

I like to consider myself a pretty savvy shopper. I put a lot of thought

into my purchases whether its a dress or a pair of shoes. I visualize my 

closet in my head to make sure I am making a purchase that will not

only be the perfect edition to my current wardrobe, but enhance it as

well by complimenting other pieces that I already have. 

If you like to or have to watch your spending, purchasing a piece

that goes with nothing you have will only cause you

to spend more money.

My most recent purchase, that I am still currently obsessed with,

is the Rebecca Dress by Diane von Furstenberg.

I saw this dress almost a week ago as I was doing a pull

and it was love at first sight. Seeing as though I am moving

to Los Angeles in 5 months, I've been trying to make

smart purchases, but since I won't have to deal with the harsh 

winter this year, I told myself that if I came back a week later

and it was still there, I would get it. Obviously it was still there and

I made the purchase and I couldn't be happier. 

While some people may think this is a spring/summer day dress only, 

I'll show you how to take a beautiful dress like this and with the help of the right

 accessories, you can go from a a midday luncheon to a night out

on the town.

Day Look

Night Look

Want more?

Stay tuned for my next blog on incorporating
fall trends into your current wardrobe!

xoxo

Sarah 

What Will You Do Different?

I was walking to my class today in a tired daze wondering

 if I would have time to grab a coffee at Starbucks.

I peaked my head into the one I walk by on Clarendon St. every

other morning to find the line was longer than normal, and decided

I probably shouldn't get in it or else I'd be late. 

For something so small, It put a damper on my morning

and I let it get to me until I got through class just fine without it.

We would all be lying if we said little things like that

didn't get us frustrated from time to time, and it wasn't until

my walk back to my car which includes walking right thru

where the Boston Marathon Bombings took place and watching

a video about Zach Sobiech, inspired me to

change the way I think and act.

We all can read or watch something and interpret

it differently, but after watching this video about 

Zach Sobiech, ( a teenage boy who lost his battle to cancer 

yesterday), I'm sure many of us got the message to

live our lives to the fullest because that is exactly what

Zachary did.  He chose to film the last months of his life

and use his terminal illness as a lesson to all

of us who would someday watch his video about

how lucky we all are, and soak in every minute and make

them count.

Watch Here: My Last Days, Zach Sobiech

Despite the pain, I hope they find comfort knowing that a 20+ minute

video of Zach smiling and appreciating every minute of his life

will forever change the lives of those who've watched him.

Lesson's I've learned from 

Zach Sobiech

1. Don't be Afraid to Fall in love.

2. Be present and in the moment with

your family and friends. Laugh

and make memories as often as you can.

3. You can either be scared to sit

in the dark and worry about whats out

there or close your eyes and be at peace.

4. Do what you love, and follow your passion.

Believe in something bigger than yourself.

5. Smile and try to see

the good in everything.

I'm very grateful I had the opportunity to watch

Zach's video, and from that I have taken a few things

away from it. Hopefully after watching his video

and reading this blog, it'll make you 

appreciate life a little more and change the way you

act when life doesn't go the way you want it to.

rip xo

Beach Bombshell

Beach Bombshell

My favorite Swimwear for 

Soaking in the sun this summer.

Photo by www.dreamstime.com

Whether you find yourself on a beach in Martha's Vineyard

or relaxing by the pool on the roof top of the Soho house,

being fashionable doesn't stop when it comes to soaking up

some UV rays. 

Whether you like to cover up or bare it all

by the sand or pool, I've found my favorite

pieces that will keep you feeling cool yet looking

effortlessly stylish while enjoying the summer

months. Enjoy! 

xoxo,

Sarah

KUSHCUSH SWIM
$150

VICTORIA SECRET
(Top $44.50, Bottom $70.50)

BADGLEY MISCHKA
$114

L*SPACE SWIMWEAR
at www.Bahimi.com
$120

CALYPSO ST. BARTH
$295

LILLY PULITZER
$298

GAP
(Top $38.95, Bottom $36.95)

J CREW
(Top $54, Bottom $50)


What are some of my favorite swim accessories?

A Wedge Sandal
Above, Ivanka Trump
$134.95

The Oversized Hat
Nine West, $40

Jewelry such as Statement Bracelets,
Bangles or a longer simple necklace.
Above, Tory Burch $225

Happy Shopping!

Dress to Impress: Springtime Edition

Dress to Impress: 

Springtime Edition*

Out of all the seasons, Springtime is by far my

favorite. It is the awakening of warmer

weather, an amazing smell in the air of cut grass

and blooming flowers, and the season to bare

those legs that have been hidden all winter long.

Although I am a lover of shorts and skirts,

there is nothing like wearing a beautiful

dress to ring in the new, more beautiful weather.

The colors are brighter, patterns are bolder and

silhouettes a little more feminine and flattering.

If your still looking for a couple springtime numbers

to throw on for all kinds of occasions, here are a few

of my faves. xo

Ann Taylor
$148

Michael Stars
Revolveclothing.com, $158

Banana Republic
$130

Jil Sander
Barneys NY, $1300

Calvin Klein
Piperlime.com, $130

Robert Rodriquez
Intermix, $565

Ulla Johnson
ScoopNYC $230


Happy Spring Dress Shopping!

My Oscar Faves

My Oscar Faves!

Award season is one of my favorite seasons in the fashion industry.

It falls right behind NYFW and most of that reason is because

of all of the suspense. As soon we the limo's and town cars

start pulling up to the red carpet, it feels like I am about to

open a huge present on Christmas. I can't wait to see what

is going to be revealed and in award season sense, to see

who is wearing what. To be honest, all of the award shows

leading up to the Oscars did not leave a good impression on

me. While everyone looked beautiful, I didn't feel like anyone

had that perfect cinderella moment. However when it came to

this years Oscar's I felt like a couple of the girls and their

stylists hit it out of the ballpark.

Here are my Top Four Favorites!

It is my own personal opinion that beautiful
Naomi Watts goes underneath the radar sometimes
and is not recognized for how beautiful she really
dresses. She shimmered in this floor length
Armani Prive structured gown and balanced
out the structure and fit of the dress with a
messy up-do. Love, love, love!

Jessica Chastain has hit the nail on the head on
almost every red carpet not to menschen this one.
It is no surprise she landed on this list because she
looked absolutely flawless. For such a serious
and intense movie she played the lead role in
it's a beautiful foil to see her all glamorous. No
one does a sparkly number like Armani.

One of my absolute favorites this year was Amy
Adams who dazzled in a custom made
Oscar de la Renta. With those words alone, there
is no way you can go wrong. The big ball gown
began with a vintage photo and ended up in this
masterpiece.

I thought Jennifer Garner looked absolutely stunning at
this years Oscars. Her look was elegant and classic, but the
color gave it a pop of trendiness and life. Her Gucci Dress and
Vintage Neil Lane Necklace was the perfect accessory
and not over the top to steal the shine from "Best Picture"
winner husband, Ben Affleck.



Hope you enjoyed reading!
xoxo
SN

 

 

Day Deux

 Fashion

 

 

 

Don't worry I won't be writing a blog every single day

of fashion week telling you what my favorite looks are,

but it just happens to be that I am sitting at home solo

during a blizzard and the only thing someone decent on
TV right now is The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

 

Between running up and down the stairs 10 times to convince

myself I was participating in cardio activity, I spent a good chunk

of the day watching Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Live which is

ah-mazing since I can't be there this season. I am so in love

with some of the looks I saw coming down the runway and at

still presentations that I thought I would share a few

of my favorites.

 

Kate Spade New York
The collection always looks so effortlessly
Upper East-side chic meets rock and roll edge.
Kudo's to Brad Goreski for styling this collection!

 



Another Kate Spade New York
I just love a beautiful bow!



Pleather of Leather at
Sally LaPointe



Taking the Plunge in
Rebecca Minkoff

Loving this oversize fur coat from
Jason Wu. Everyone could have used
a coast like this today...

Jason Wu

I hope that all of you stuck in
Nemo are safe and warm!
xo

 



My Fashion Week

Must Haves

 

 

There are only a couple times a year when I travel and

pack 10x more than what I actually need. Fashion Week is

not one of them. Why you might ask? Despite running around

the city amongst some of the worlds most fabulous and

fashionable people, packing for NYFW requires a lot

of planning and strategizing.

 

For those of you who have traveled and stayed

in a NYC hotel room you know that the rooms regardless

of where you stay(unless you can afford a $4k a night penthouse)

are relatively small, and when I say small, I mean small.

. Walk in closet? Lots of Drawers?

Absolutely not.

 

A little Crop of Leather

 

Bailey 44, Neiman Marcus
Throw a leather crop over a cocktail dress for an
edgy look or throw over dark skinny's and your good to go.


A Hint of Sequin

Badgley Mischka, Rent the Runway
Whether your going to an after party for
Marc Jacobs or dining at Tao with the girls, you
always need that sparkly little dress to set the mood.
 

Favorite Skinny's

3.1 Phillip Lim Trousers, Nordstrom

A pair of skinny black pants is key for fashion week.
Between all of the events and shows, it is a staple to have them
whether one night your pairing them with a silk blouse and fur fest
or a sexy feminine blouse with an excessive amount of jewelry.


Go-To Pumps

YSL Pumps, Neiman Marcus

If you've ever been to NYFW before,

you know that there can be lots of walking and

standing depending on the show. Whether your walking

from show to show or grabbing a bite to eat, you want

to make sure that the shoes on your feet are comfy and

broken in. I also suggest bringing your favorite pair of

pumps in a few different colors: black, nude and something

fun whether its silver, gold or a fun pattern. If you have

room, sneak a chic pair of black ballet flats to keep with you

just incase...

 

 

The Jewels



CA&LOU, Saks Fifth Avenue
Whether you want one piece or
pile on 5 something I never skimp on
bringing is lots of jewelry. Accessorizing
is the perfect way to pull together and bringing
it from 0 to 100 by adding chunky bracelets, huge
cocktail rings or wearing a eye
catching statement necklace.




Pull The Clutch

From show to show, the last thing you
want to be lugging around is a 25 lb. purse,
which is where having a handful of clutches
come in handy. Even though they may not be
that big, the right clutch can make a huge
statement and pull an outfit all together.
Make sure you bring a couple options,
some for dinner, shows, lunch and
after parties. You can never have enough
options!

Alexander McQueen



Bottega Veneta

Dolce & Gabbana

 

 

Have a good day and

maybe I'll see some of you at

NYFW?

 

xoxo

 

Sarah