Anonymous asked:

do you feel awkward in the fashion community because your style is not traditionally... fashionable? I only see your style here and it's very different from what other self-proclaimed "fashion people" exhibit. are there a lot of girls like you in NYC and we just don't know about them?

holy crap, i love this question! the answer is no, not at all. this blog is an extension of me and, therefore, my taste; i have reached a level of comfort and confidence with it that kind of transcends what other people think. when it comes to fashion, i enjoy being accepted but do not yearn for acceptance. i truly believe that personal style is personal and there is no true definition of a “fashion person” because of it. 

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carolinetravels asked:

Hi Sara, so I have been trying to find some nice simple leather belts (black and cognac) that have no frills, bells and whistles but are just plain. Somehow, it almost seems impossible! I want to be able to work them for both work and play so I need to be able to wear them with a suit and/or jeans. Everlane's aren't bad but I am not entirely sold on the buckle...(I would like silver for black and gold for cognac). Real leather is a must and the budget should be $100 or less. thanks!

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i can dig this — who wouldn’t want a neutral-colored belt pared down to its most simple with no funkiness? an accessory this classic goes with e-ver-y-thing.

styles shown: tommy hilfiger, witchery, jack & jones, calvin klein

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dearankita asked:

I've noticed that you put in so much effort in answering everyone's questions so diligently, so here's an easy one. What are your plans for the summer?

i work, girlfriend! the level of envy i have for my sister, a teacher, during the summer is unprecedented, though i do plan to take a mini vaca before fashion week prep begins in august. i am also looking forward to july since sister zucker is getting married.

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datingmysofa asked:

What's your take on jean shorts aka jorts? I have a friend who thinks they're a plague on summer fashion, but I don't mind them so much. What do you think?

i don’t mind them! provided that they properly fit your shape, i am down with jean shorts.

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Anonymous asked:

I have recently discovered I'm allergic to fragrance and soy products. The allergy manifests in my skin creating eczema on my hands and face. Since the discovery I have avoided wearing makeup. However, with some VERY big personal events coming up I would love to find makeup that would make my 30-something skin feel & look great. Any advice?

i’m so sorry to hear of your allergy; it is frustrating to learn that your beauty routine must drastically change to maintain skin’s proper balance. thankfully, there is a newfound priority for organic product creation, which makes shopping much easier.

here are my top three tips for those of you with sensitive skin:

  1. contact a dermotologist for a skin consultation
  2. be sure to look at every label for the ingredients used
  3. seek out all natural skincare brands (caudalieahavaole henriksenkorres)
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catofnine asked:

Hi Sara, I'm looking for a utility/anorak type jacket that's under or around $100 and is black/navy. Something I can throw on that has decent pockets. I see a lot of them around, but they're usually an army green, and I'm not really a fan of that color. Thanks!

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this is a completely doable request. anoraks are a classic piece of outerwear and though green is the most common shade found, it should be fairly easy to find them in a neutral like tan, black, or navy. my search yielded four particularly wearable results.

styles shown: meronaapt. 9, betsey johnson, mini boden

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onlyplaceforyou asked:

Hey Sara, I was wondering if you know of any good places I can purchase stylish clogs? Around $70 or less. :)

because clogs are a niche style, they often carry a hefty price-tag. nevertheless, there are some e-sites that stock a large variety, which tends to mean frequent markdowns. i also added an etsy seller who designs her own extremely affordable clogs.

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alletsaurus asked:

Hi Sarah! Do you happen to know any similar alternatives for chloe suzanna boots? Thank you!

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though it was hard to find an exact replica of those pricey boots, i did stumble upon a pair with three ankle straps and front stud detailing, both of which are similar.

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Anonymous asked:

Do you make commission off of your posts or are you products you feature on your blog sponsored by the companies? My friend told me that a lot of fashion bloggers don't post this information when they're supposed to so it made me think to ask. Thanks

this is a great question, but please note that the answer i am about to provide is purely my own — i do not speak for blogging/blogs/bloggers as a whole. while i do make a commission off of product-based posts from rewardstyle (disclosed here), it is very slight. additionally, my content is not influenced by what i can or cannot highlight through affiliate linking and i do acknowledge sponsorship or gifting. i do not disagree with your friend that some bloggers conveniently/purposely/accidentally forget to reveal this to their readers, but that is their prerogative. and isn’t it a shame that because of the select few, a girl can’t just post about something because she likes it?

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seahorsesandstars asked:

I've been looking for a pair of crisp white pleather/leather ballet flats, somewhere under 100$, any recommendations?

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you know i have some — four, in fact! all are the crispest of crisp and priced well under the $100 mark. be sure to have a leather cleaner on hand in order to keep them bright.

styles shown: steven, american apparel, born, qupid

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