What Lies Beneath

Over the summer my appreciation for the art of sexy unmentionables and lacy underpinnings has grown along with my admiration for the classic burlesque beauties. These icons were pioneers in the taboo movement of lingerie to be seen rather than undegarments out of necesity. Whether you are buying these to share with someone or simply out of the love for delicate silky things, they are truly exquisite and wonderfully indulgent!

Ann Corio

Jean Ricket

Courtesy of Wundervoll

Courtesy of Eres

Courtesy of La Perla

Courtesy of La Perla

Courtesy of Eres

Courtesy of Lascivious

Courtesy of Maison Close

Tempest Storm

The Minsky Sisters

A Modern Act

Louise Brooks

Courtesy of Brulee

Courtesy of Eres

Courtesy of Made by Niki

Courtesy of Zinkie

Courtesy of Wolford

Courtesy of Made by Niki

Mae Dix

Look Into My Crystal Ball

Richly colored silks; moody makeup; draped silhouettes. What's not to love? It is definitely a trend that is influencing my fall wardrobe, and my halloween costume!

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Jean Paul Gaultier

Courtesy of Luca Cannonieri

Jean Paul Gaultier

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Jean Paul Gaultier

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Jean Paul Gaultier

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Jean Paul Gaultier

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Jean Paul Gaultier

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Don't sweat the small stuff

Now that the school year has begun, I am extremely tempted to step out in sweats on a daily basis. It really is horrible habit, but these two looks show how even the most dedicated sweatpants fan can look uniquely chic!

Courtesy of Araks

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Beautifully Morbid

I've been really into accessories that are bizarre and spooky. The following pieces are beautiful in a morbid way or simply statement pieces. Enjoy!

Courtesy of Dsquared

Courtesy of Dsquared2

Love this rib cage cuff!

Courtesy of Dsquared2

This is a brooch but I wish it was a cuff!

Courtesy of Pamela Love

Courtesy of Pamela Love

Courtesy of Pamela Love

Courtesy of lookbook.nu user Louise Buenaobra

I'm kind of obsessed with these!

Courtesy of Luv AJ

Courtesy of Love AJ

Courtesy of Love AJ

Courtesy of Love AJ

ARAKS Spring 2011

So after five months interning at ARAKS the day of the show finally arrived and it was absolutely breathtaking! How amazing to be able to see and be apart of a collection from start to finish. The collection has such fluidity and masters the combination of the elegant and the whimsical with her trademark collars, sheer, and never overdone glamour. I particularly loved the many bustles throughout the collection and the refreshing color palette. It is truly a standout season for the designer.