Visions of Peg Bundy. Animal Prints: Do You Dare to Wear?

I attended the Ann Taylor Concept Store launch party in San Diego and had always been a fan of AT Fashions. Since the event, I've followed a little more closely! Lately I've been seeing a lot of animal prints used in ways that I JUST MIGHT be able to get away with.  I will admit that when I think of animal prints I envision Peg Bundy in the TV sitcom Married with Children.  I would never have dreamed of rocking her look.

I am inspired by Ann Taylor and recently purchased my first EVER animal print item of clothing! I still can't believe that I did it. But I did! I bought this Michael Kors Pencil Skirt.  Since the colors are a mix of black, white, and gray (colors I would wear anyway) - I thought that I would just GO FOR IT!

Michael Kors

If you haven't seen Ann Taylor's Must Have Looks for Fall 2012, they have tons of photos on their facebook page! Here is one of many that caught my eye:

Ann Taylor

It's a fashion stretch for me in trying animal prints!  Leaving my comfort zone is WILD! Just like my new Michael Kors skirt!  I opted for the MK version because though I love both Ann Taylor and Michael Kors, the Kors version was at a much better price point for this fashion risk!

Details: The Ann Taylor black and white leopard print pencil skirt $88. My Michael Kors Pencil Skirt $130 -  on sale for $33! SCORE!  Not a very expensive fashion risk at all!

What are your thoughts on animal prints?  Personally, I think that you either LOVE animal prints or that you HATE them.  I am still not sure - but at least I will TRY them!  Thank you Ann Taylor for almost daring me to try!

Speaking of FASHION... Fashion Week San Diego is coming up soon! I am very excited to attend and have been granted the privilege of a press pass to the event!  Better brush up on fashion!  Stay tuned for more on that!

Online Shopping Justified: With Cooler Weather, I NEEDED a Jacket (OR 2)

Confession: I shopped. With the anticipation of cooler weather, I purchased a new leather jacket. I had donated my former buttery soft leather jacket a couple of years ago. Last winter I was pretty warm with our bun in the oven so didn't find much need for a jacket.

Over the weekend my niece and I met with a Professional Stylist for an event held in one our local malls.  A colored leather jacket was on of the recommendations made for me. I will post the outfit designed for me when I find a bit more time.

I found a similar jacket by one of my favorite designers:  Michael Kors.  I can hardly wait until it arrives!

Michael Kors Double Zip Leather Jacket in Gunmetal

•Stand collar.
•Exposed dual-zip closure at front.
•Four front zip pockets.
•Snap flap hand pockets.
•Long sleeves with two-snap cuffs.
•Straight back yoke.
•Fully lined.
•Shell: 100% leather;
•Lining: 100% cotton.
•Length: 23 in


I was on a roll and found another MK jacket that I liked and would be better suited for rainy days.

Michael Kors Oil Cloth Army Jacket

•This sleek jacket is purely timeless.
•Shiny jacket with zip closure & self-fabric belt.
•Attached hood hides away in the collar when not in use.
•Four military-inspired pockets along the front with button snap flap pockets.
•Long sleeves with snap cuffs.
•Adjustable drawstrings at the hem for style and comfort.
•Shell: 49% polyester, 45% cotton, 6% metal.
•Lining: 100% acetate.