Jason Wu Spring 2013 Collection.

Through the eyes of the beautiful and über talented Jamie Beck...

Now and Later: The Black Leather Pencil Skirt.

I can very confidently say us women absolutely love transitional pieces. The glammed up staples that every lady needs in her wardrobe that will work just as great in summer as it will in the fall with some revamping. In my opinion the most important factor is...? The color. Going neutral is the best way to ensure that this piece will go with anything in your closet. My preferred is obviously black because not only can it go from season to season but from day to night as well. 

I am a huge fan of leather. It is ridiculous how many leather jackets I have accumulated in my closet so I was excited to see a trend of leather skirts going on. Worn correctly, a leather pencil skirt can look very sophisticated with the perfect amount of edge. Be very very cautious though because it can easily turn into "sexy secretary" territory if worn with the wrong pieces. So unless it's a tacky joke or your next Halloween costume, steer clear from any styling that you even have the slightest questioning that it might turn you into this. 

First, here are some ideas on how to wear the black leather pencil skirt right now...

Simple tops make the leather skirt perfect for day time. Throw on a silk cami and some colorful heels and you have a really great outfit for a night out. 

Now, to transition it later for when the temperature starts cooling down...

Lots of layers and this skirt is great for Fall. The more the temperature drops, I say the more layers you add. Undershirts and tights work great against the leather and for a night out, don't count out your silk cami. Just add a heavy wool coat and some booties. Another option? A plunging v-neck cashmere sweater, closed toe dark colored heels, and the perfect red lips. BAM. Hello hot stuff. 

Candy Cane.

A.L.C. Pre-Fall 2012.

Well I can't believe I'm already saying that I start school in five weeks! This has put me into a bit of a panic mode since I still have to make some changes to my schedule and what not but I'm also super excited to get back into it. (I really love school, weird right? hmm...) So, in the short time that I have left, I've been taking advantage of my free time these past couple of days and doing some wardrobe re-vamping. Anything that hasn't been worn in 2 years, donated. Anything that hasn't been worn many times or at all, for SALE. It feels good to get rid of things that I told myself I'd wear and then ended up at the bottom of my drawer, tags and all. 

It's my senior year of college and I'm continuing to build a good wardrobe. Essentials are key and that is what I love about A.L.C.'s pre-fall collection.Fitted trousers, incredibly good looking blazers and jackets that are, again, essentials but without being boring or predictable. I love the color palette as well. Being able to mix and match lots of your pieces is what I think investing in a good wardrobe is all about. I'm a strong believer in quality over quantity and buying a good pair of black trousers or leather jacket is smart ladies and gents. 

So, back to panicking organizing and preparing my wardrobe, school, and an upcoming trip I'll be taking! 

XX

M.E.

(PH: fashionising.com)