2013 Style Resolutions

Resolutions aren't my fav thing ever.  I am pretty much against them actually, but I can do just about anything in the name of fashion.  I've seen a couple of different lists floatin' around the bloggin' world and I wanted to make some of my own style resolutions for 2013:

1. Embrace Leather.  Some of you who see me everyday may ask: Is this even possible for you? I do love leather. Leather EVERYTHING.  Sue me. 
2. Get rid of that crap in my closet that I don't want to wear today.  I need to visit consignment shops and make a little dough on last season's remains.
3. Plan Outfits with my calendar. Sometimes I buy a ton of new clothes and wear them all within the week. I need to plan better!
4. BUY MORE JEWELRY.  Statement, costume, designer, I need more and more and more of it.  
5. Fill up my closet with Equipment blouses.  Basically the 9-6 uniform.  They are pricey, but you know so is Veuve. I'll get over it. 

Warm weather leather- Spring 13 NY FW- via Getty Images

This would be how I would act trying to clean out my closet- image via

I wish this was my desk to plan fabulous outfits- image via Inslee

MORE JEWELRY, please! image via

Wear Equipment everyday, everystyle, everywhere, image via

Speaking of Veuve, hand me a bottle and let's toast to our 2013 Style Resolutions!

XOXO

Little Miss Wade

Second Skin Leather

Recently I attended a presentation by Ken Downing (Neiman Marcus Fashion Director) in which he said, “Leather is the new fabric of our lives.  Goodbye cotton!”  To me, this speaks volumes.  It really is the next huge thing!  I was going to add some leather pieces to last Monday’s post but decided they really need their own column!  Here are just a few of my favorite leather or faux-leather items for Winter.  Keep in mind- they are suppose to be second skin.  Confidence is key! 

YOU NEED LEATHER LEGGINGS.  I don’t care if you are a size 0 or 14, they are a serious winter necessity.  I style mine with a longer sweater/tunic (below left) but feel free to wear a normal top of your choice (below right). 

Neiman Marcus Vince Leather Leggings

Nordstrom's Mimi Chica Faux Leather Leggings

The Vince leather leggings are going you a pretty penny, but being the true shopaholic I am, I have found you a pair that won't cost you more than your weekly Starbucks addiction! I personally own the faux pair and no one can tell the difference! 

I saw this Urban Outfitter's Leather Peplum Top on a friend on Facebook and knew I had to  have it.  Thanks to Kristen K. for finding this gorg top! It looks so great in person and the peplum is so in right now.  

For the daring- this Madewell Zipline Skirt in Leather is HOT HOT HOT.  Leather is going to be huge for spring and I think you will be able to transition this skirt perfectly.  Wear now with: tights, booties and a sweater. Wear later with: black pumps and some fresh-from-the-beach-tan legs.  

I am truly lusting after every piece of Diane Von Furstenburg’s fall/winter collection.  I dreamed about this Medya Leather Dress the other night and was saddened to wake up and realize it wasn’t in my closet.  I am going to have to wait till it goes on sale to purchase, but isn't it so chic! 

XOXO
Little Miss Wade