A Subway Ballet: Amanda Norgaard by Marco Trunz for Kurv Magazine

This spread is breathtakingly beautiful. I love how the dark tones contrast with the delicate poses. Why did I ever quit ballet?! Oh, right. It hurt like heaven...

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Latest Obsession: The Slapstache

Like a sir.

Mustaches are classy. Bracelets are chic. Mustaches + bracelets? As you can imagine, the result is nothing short of awesome. Ladies and gents, I'm so excited to introduce you to the best thing since the internet. It's called a Slapstache, and it's pretty amazing. The snazzy people at Slapstache sent me a few of their 'staches to play with over the weekend, and I've been wearing them on my wrist ever since. They're super fun, and they've been a big hit with my friends.

They're really comfortable as well — I wore them out of the house a few times because I forgot that I was wearing them. They're an adorable gift for a friend, but they'll also make you really happy if you pick up a few for yourself. See, you can't buy happiness, but you CAN buy a Slapstache. They're more or less the same thing. Be sure to pick up A few for yourself and your friends at Stapstache's sale on Fab.com!

 

Review: Weleda Beauty Products Are The Best Thing Since Nutella

Weleda's Sea Buckthorn body wash smells like sunshine, love, and a thousand happy puppies. Seriously. I first got to test out this stuff when I was at a fashion event in October, and it completely blew me away. It's like they crammed an entire beach into a bottle. It smells good enough to eat, and I would if I could. The liquid is a thick, pale yellow cream. It won't create tons of suds like other body washes, and it works wonders and wakes you up in a snap. I'm still living at home (until June), and in a desperate attempt to make the bottle last as long as possible, I took a permanant marker to my bottle and wrote: 'Please don't use this. Sarah loves you, but this is hers.'

Ever since I got a chance to try the body wash, I've been obsessed with Weleda products. So you can imagine my sheer joy and delight when the Weleda team heard about my affection for their products and offered to send me a few more. That was a glorious day in the life of Sarah. The team was also kind enough to send me the Sea Buckthorn lotion, and I fell in love all over again. I swear: it smells like happiness and wonder. If the bottle came in a smaller size, I don't think I'd ever leave the house without it.

For the past few weeks, I've also been using Weleda's Refining Toner. This shiz is life changing. I've tried other face washes before, but this one is my favorite by far. The liquid is milky white, but its contistancy is more like water. After shaking the bottle and applying it all over your face, all you need to do is simply wash it off (and don't forget to moisturize). It's great if you want a quick and simple morning/nightly beauty routine. It smells awesome, and it really makes you up in the morning. Plus, it removes any and all traces of makeup. I've tried a few face washes before that make your skin clear and healthy as long as you use the product, but if you stop using the product your skin will actually get worse than it was before you started. That's not the case with Weleda. Use it and it'll help your face, stop using it and your face will be improved for more than a few days... But quickly go back to using it because it makes your skin look amazing. It's a commitment-free face wash, and I love it to pieces.

Find more amazing products at the Weleda website.

 

Fresh Face, Fresher Clothes: Dewi Driegen For Marie Claire Netherlands By Philip Riches

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I love, love, LOVE it when models stray from the idea of looking bored and sullen, opting instead to show off tons of personality in editorials. It makes a world of difference! New face Dewi Driegen is the model in this spread for Marie Claire Netherlands, and I'll definitely keep an eye on her work in the future. The clothes are gorgeous. It's really warm here in NY, but there's still an occasional chill in the air (A.K.A. it's perfect blazer weather), so this editorial provides a much needed inspiration boost for my spring dressing. The more tailored, the better.

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Latest Obsession: The Marine Pencil Case By Moochithings

I'm beyond obsessed with this sweet pencil case by Moochithings. The colors are delectable, and the design is so sleek and simple. It's on my list of 'things that I don't need but desperately want.' (Doesn't everyone have a list like that?) Thanks Trendland for the tip!

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"A Play Of White" Tim Walker And Caroline Trentini For Vogue Italia March 2006

Photos via here, there, and everywhere. 

Good glory, it's been a while. Sorry for the blogging and Tumblr hiatus (and sparse tweeting). Spring break happened, and I neglected all my social media accounts in the name of fun. But fear not! I should be back to regular blogging starting in 3... 2... 1... NOW.

I'm a complete and total sucker for a good Tim Walker editorial (and let's just be honest- all his work is fantastic.) Finding this wonderful editorial from 2006 put a smile on my face and a flutter in my heart. Sometimes, I come home from fashion week thinking that the industry is all just a big circus. But finding editorials like the ones that Tim shoots reminds me that fashion can be utterly magical. 

Wang Xiao by Laurie Bartley for Elle US March 2013

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There's so much beauty in this editorial. You can practically smell the scent of the rain and feel the mist making your hair stick to back of your neck. I love when photographs transport the viewer to another world. 

Latest Obsession: Printed Pants

I wear black more or less every day. It's not intentional. It just so happens that when I'm shopping, I'm attracted to structural, black clothing. Prints (or any color, really) aren't typically appealing to me. 

But this past weekend, I did something so crazy, so different, so unusual, that it has caused me question my own identity, sanity, and fashion sense. Even my best friend called me today to say "I don't know who you are anymore." The truth is, I don't know what's gotten into me either. I don't know why I did it. But all I know is that I'm happy, and I feel like a million bucks. Here's how it all went down...

"I must be going crazy." I thought as I picked them up. "These are totally not for me. These are for brave, adventurous girls." So I put them back down. "Still..." I thought. "They're pretty freaking fabulous." And the next thing I knew, they were in my shopping bag on the way to the dressing room. And then, they were in my hand on the way to check out.
"These are so not you." Said my dad as we were checking out at the counter. "What's gotten into you?" "I don't know.... but I love them." And then, Cha-ching. It was done. I BOUGHT PRINTED PANTS.

Ever since I realized the beauty of printed pants, I haven't been able to stop wearing them. They're unlike anything in my subdued, minimal closer, but they match nearly everything because they have so many colors in their print. They look amazing with heels, boots, or sneakers, and they make any shirt you're wearing pop. I've been getting compliments on them like crazy. 
See kids, sometimes, taking fashion risks really pay off. 

Now that I have 2 pairs of these babies, I'm going to need more. and more. and more. 
Wild Pair to the rescue! They're having huge sales right now, and it's the perfect time to snag your own pair of perfect printed pants. Here are my top picks their website: 

Sun Jeans

Chain Jeans

Lot Pants

Blue Juice Pants

Python Jeans

Pacific Jeans

Geo Leggings

Compensation for this post was provided by Wild Pair. Opinions expressed here are my own.

Latest Obsession: Big Big Pixel iPad Cases

These wonderful iPad cases from Big Big Pixel make me unspeakably happy. I want one so badly. They're perfect for the tech-savvy fashionista in your life, or simply anyone with an iPad. Because honestly, who wouldn't like one of these cases? Just looking at them makes me smile. 

Dressing For College With Bardot

Yes, you read that correctly. I"M GOING TO COLLEGE. And soon, too! I've been accepted to BYU (aka, my dream school) for the summer 2013 semester. I honestly can't wait. I've already picked my housing and classes, and I'm so ready to dive into the college environment. It really breaks my heart to have to leave my family and friends earlier than expected, but I'm looking forward to the new experiences and friends that college will bring. Also, my blog will continue to be updated, so fear not!

But now that I've got all things school-related sorted out, what do I do about clothes? I'll be making the *very* dramatic culture shift from New York to Utah, and I really don't want to loose my darker, more edgy NY style in favor of Utah's sunnier, sweeter fashion sense. Bardot to the rescue! They have some of the sickest accessories, and I'm in love with their uber-trendy dresses. Here are my favorite pieces from their website that I'm dying to take with me to college: 

Bondi Maxi

Peplum High Waist Belt

This is an awesome piece. Peplums have been hot for a few seasons now, and this is a great way to add a peplum to any look in a matter of seconds. 

Textured Panel Skirt

Viper Hoodie

Utah weather is skitso. It can be 87 degrees one day and snowing the next, so I have a feeling that hoodies are going to come in really handy. 

Kate Skater Skirt

Plain. Pure. Perfect. 

Abstract Clutch

I'm normally not a fan of clutches because they don't leave you hands-free, however, with a strap option this bag would be gorgeous. Practicality first!

Peplum Trench

Again, this will be great for unpredictable Utah weather. 

Assassin Cardi

Be. Still. My. Soul. 

 

Compensation for this post was provided by Bardot. Opinions expressed here are my own.