The Essentials: Leather Edition

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I'm going to round up my all-time favorites for essential products that everyone should have! The perfect, classic cuts that will last you forever and have you primed and ready for everything you might encounter in your day.

Of the Blue Color of the Sky

Pins of the Week: Shoes

Shoes are a huge weakness of mine. This past week I went a little pin-crazy for shoes (especially at Anthropologie - oh me oh my they are pretty). Everything from summer-ready heels to waterproof boots caught my eye and I'm thankful that I'm restraining myself from spending any money right now because I have a feeling most of it would be spent on shoes... is that really a bad thing though? Follow @trinacardamone for more shoe inspiration!

Perfect summer heels for every occasion.

Pins of the Week: Lounge Around

Since I have finally had some time to do some pinning, I've been Jonse-ing for some workout clothes - must be my complete lack of physical exercise for the past few months! Here are some of my latest favorites that I've pinned. Follow @trinacardamone for many more pins and see my comfy cozy board for the latest trends in lounge and workout clothes that catch my eye!

Add a little fashion to your zen.

Sparkling Snow

On my mind: d'Orsay Flats

I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to study in Paris for two weeks before this past spring semester started. One of my favorite parts of the visit (which is hard to narrow down, believe you me!) was the Musee d'Orsay. It is a lot of impressionism, which is my favorite. It's also the perfect size. Unlike the Louvre or the Met, you spend the exact amount of time that you want to spend in the museum and by the time you're ready to get out of there, you've seen everything! Not only is the art beautiful, I'm neglecting to mention one of the most interesting parts - it was converted into a museum from a train station. The old clocks are still intact too! Why does this matter? I've been yakking on and on about a museum and this is a style post. Well, one of the newest shoe trends for fall is d'Orsay flats! They're beautiful and chic. Read on for some of my favorite picks!

Pins of the Week: Fabulous Fall

My favorite pins this week are celebrating my favorite season of the year - bold, beautiful, layered autumn. Follow @trinacardamone for many more pins!

Bring out the burgundy suede - these mary janes are perfectly sweet and bold.

More fall-themed pins after the break!

Pins of the Week: In Bloom

Here are some of my favorite pins this week! Now if you've been following, you know that I'm a major floral girl. I just can't resist! Lucky me to have found so many great floral pins on Pinterest this week! Check them out and follow me @trinacardamone for much more!

Nike x Liberty London

Color Play

The other night I found myself with a beautiful ticket to the theater! Summer in New York is definitely a challenge, what with the oppressive humidity outside and the Arctic air conditioning inside. With this in mind, I set out to find an outfit that would keep me warm inside, comfortable outside, and would be fabulous enough to wear while sitting in velvet seats. As a dress enthusiast, I was also very intent on creating a theater-appropriate look with pants! No excuse or need to wear jeans to the theater when you've got pants as great as these!

The perfect outfit for Memorial Day

Memorial day is upon us and the as unofficial start of summer, it's the perfect time to make a style statement. I chose pieces that I'm comfortable in so that I can go anywhere all day and be prepared for every situation. I originally bought this dress from Zara for graduation from high school just about two years ago and it has proved to be versatile and amazingly easy to pair with just about anything. ((similar here))

Fall Essentials: Style Edition

Here we go! These are my favorite trends for fall 2012. Enjoy, be stylish, be yourself!

1. Graphic Sweatshirt

Sweatshirts, especially in the graphic, crew-neck, hoodless fashion are having a major moment right now. The likes of Kenzo, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Mulberry. They add a witty kick to every outfit, and the styling opportunities are endless! These sweatshirts are easily dressed down with a pair of jeans (regular, colored, printed!) or dressed up with a cute skirt (flare, a-line, sequins!) and crazy costume jewelry. This not only keeps you warm in the chilly fall weather, but it guarantees standing out!

Kenzo Sweatshirt with a sequined skirt

2. Loafers

Loafers are also having a moment! I have yet to get my hands on (or feet.. in) a pair, but every time I go online I end up gazing lovingly at loafers on my computer screen. They've been around for a season or two but are gaining tons of ground. They're more interesting than a ballet flat in silhouette and cuter than ugly penny loafers or boat shoes. Even better, they come in any color, with kick ass embellishments, and ferocious patterns too! Urban Outfitters has a great stock, and there are fun selections from Nine West and Aldo as well.

Wanted Glitter Stud Loafer

3. Army Jacket

Army and military-inspired jackets have been around for a few years but I'm a firm believer. They have a great weight which makes them perfect for fall weather and are usually roomy enough to layer sweaters and cardigans under. They instantly add edge to a look and are a great palette for scarves and winter accessories!

Me in San Francisco with my Gap army jacket

4. Combat Boots

Combat boots are comfortable, cute, edgy, and perfect for just about any outfit. Again, they've been around, but really, who doesn't still love wearing them? They are also easily dressed up or down. As fabulous as they look with skinny jeans, they look impossible cute with a flared skirt and tights! Versatile, comfortable, and cute, combat boots will never let you down!

Aldo Aukes Combat Boot

5. Tuxedo Trousers

As a very VERY petite (and I don't mean stick thin, I just mean short, like oompa loompa short) girl, I am always looking for clothes that can make my legs look a tiny little bit longer. I don't expect any miracles, just a little help! Tuxedo trousers (though I don't have a pair yet, so sad) are the miracle pants. With the stripe going down the sides, they create an illusion and serve to elongate.They're not horribly easy to find, but they class up any look, add a little punch, and make you look a bit taller, which many of us in the general population could use.

Blake Lively and Miranda Kerr