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I know we're well into fall at this point but hey, a girl can ~~fill up her online shopping cart~~ dream, can't she? Here are just a few pieces that I hope make their way into my closet this season.

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Bomber jacket / Ankle boot / Fluffy knit top

Leather shoulder bag / Vinyl skirt / Faux fur stole

Denim jumpsuit / Leather biker jacket / Wide-brimmed felt hat

What's on your fall fashion wishlist? I'd love to know in the comments below!

Walk into any retail store (or browse online for about 10 minutes) and it's glaringly apparent that the era of everyone's affection right now is the 70's. This autumn promises to be full of warm tones and even warmer suede. Interested in trying on the trend for yourself? Here are a few pieces to subtly incorporate a not-so-subtle trend into your everyday wardrobe.

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Sunglasses / Fringe bucket bag / Hat / Fringe jacket / Patchwork skirt / Flared jeans

I recently tweeted how excited I was to have ordered this gorgeous floral duster from ASOS. Now that it's finally come in...I was a little stumped on how to style it. Luckily, that minor road block didn't last very long and here are just a few of the combos I've come up with.

Mix It Up | I used to love mixing patterns, but I realized I've shied away from that lately. Rule of thumb: as long as the patterns you're mixing are in the same color family (here both patterns have navy blue in them), you're good to go.

When You're Feeling Godly | Oppositely, pairing a monochrome look with one bold piece can make a statement as well. An all-white look is effortless, fool-proof and timelessly chic.

Anything Boys Can Do | For this last look I decided I wanted to see what I could do with this jacket and a pair of sneakers. And thus, this menswear inspired look was born. It actually might just be my favorite!

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Look One - Striped top / Cigarette pants / Tasseled flats

Look Two - Co-ord top / Co-ord shorts / Sandals

Look Three - Blouse / Skinny jeans / Sneakers

How would you style such a statement piece? Either tweet me your own picks or share your suggestions in the comments below!

Most likely if you've gone shopping at all this season, you've noticed that the "silver as a neutral" trend is everywhere...and probably here to stay. For the fashion risk-takers out there, that's great! I look forward to bumping into you and your holographic handbag at some rosé and avocado sponsored brunch. However, if you just want to dip your toe into the trend, try a statement necklace or even metallic nails. That way you're able to pay a silent homage to this summer's trend while still feeling comfortable in your own skin.

Do you plan on rocking silver this summer? If so, I'd love to know how you would style it!

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Necklace (similar + similar) / Mules / Skirt

I know what you're probably thinking: here comes the cliche post where I share how to look Fourth of July ready without looking like a Washington, D.C. tour guide. But hey, if you can't beat em join em, right? And I can't help but feel inclined to share my own favorite patriotic pieces after scrolling through my Bloglovin' feed this morning. Here are just a few beauty products and outfit pieces that show your festive side in a more subdued and chic way.

Private Party Baewatch Swimsuit / Estee Lauder Kendall Jenner's Shade Lipstick / Boohoo Playsuit / Old Navy Reversible Tote / ASOS Culotte Pant / Butter London Nail Lacquer in Cotton Buds / H&M Necklace / Quay Australia Sunglasses / Benefit They're Real Mascara in Beyond Blue

These are my picks but I would love to know what you'll be rocking this weekend. Whether you're going to a cookout with your family, a pool party with friends or just watching the fireworks from the comfort of your living room, have a happy, and fashionable, Fourth of July!

Let me know your plans for the holiday in the comments below or chat with me on Twitter!

With the heat steadily rising and summer finally here, it's only right that I share with you a few items that have caught my eye. I know these pieces will quickly become staples in my upcoming summer wardrobe so stay tuned this season to see how I end up styling them! Well, that is if I don't spend my money on Made In America tickets instead...which is an extremely high possibly now that I think about it.

ASOS | F21 | Zara | Nylon

Missguided | Topshop | H&M

Leave me a few links below of any items that have been burning a hole in your online shopping carts! I'd love to see what's made it on your wishlist this season.

P.S. Triple points to any of my readers who understand the Pinor Noir tank.

About a year and a half ago it became increasingly apparent that many of my new favorite fashion bloggers and YouTubers all had a few things in common. For one, they all had incredible personal style. They're makeup was always subtle, but still somehow made a statement. Oh, and they're all of Asian decent. Clearly there's something they know that I don't and I would gladly follow each of them to the ends of the Earth to discover just what it is that makes their style so flawless, effortless and undeniably chic.

Cassie and Ricci of ToThe9s | Their style appeals to my minimalistic side. Typically donning classic, monochromatic looks they tend to stray away from more flashy, trendy pieces and somehow always seem to light up a room without them. YouTube / Blog

Jenn of ClothesEncounters | Jenn, on the other hand, is on the opposite end of the spectrum. Bold colors, loud prints and sky-high platforms are more her speed and she pulls it off seamlessly. It's hard to imagine her petite frame not being overwhelmed by her unique silhouette choices and yet...well, I'll let you see for yourselves! YouTube

Yanin of I Dress Myselff | Formly known as Pretty Sickly, that's exactly how to describe her style: pretty damn sick. Now that I think about it, she's a bit of a fusion of the style of the first three ladies. She's just as fond of a good monochrome moment as she is a quality statement piece. She's definitely been a major style inspiration for me this past year. YouTube / Blog

Claire of HeyClaire | To be perfectly honest, I'm not sure where to begin with Claire. If you haven't heard of her by now, where have you been hiding? She's a wizard with a shadow brush and her wardrobe is even more magical. Check out her videos because they genuinely speak volumes...much more than I can ever say to do her justice. YouTube / Blog

Vanessa of The Haute Pursuit | While this blog is a more recent discovery of mine (as in, last week), it has easily secured a place on this list. I immediately fell in love with her editorial eye and high fashion aesthetic. There is something so luxurious about her personal style and blog design that I can't help but go back for more. Blog

Already familiar with some of these bloggers or found a new fav from this post? Share your thoughts below! I'd love to know what you think about these lovely ladies.

Despite having a bad rep, flared or wide leg pants have always had a special place in my heart. In my opinion, they're super flattering (especially for curvier girls), chic and, if done right, can instantly polish up any outfit. Apparently, I'm not the only one who shares that sentiment. Here are just a few long-legged ladies that I've come across sporting what appears to be spring's newest trend.

Happily Grey.

Native Fox.

Sincerely Jules.

Are you brave enough to rock a pair this season or have you already been leading the pack? Let me know!

St. Louis, MO by way of New York City, NY

1. Tube top | F21

2. Skirt | Sportsgirl purchased at Greene Street Cosignment

3. Shoes | Nine West

4. Purse | Joy Accessories purchased at Greene Street Cosignment

5. Necklace | Unknown borrowed from roommate (sorry guys!)

6. Gold link bracelet | Topshop

7. Watch | Aldo

8. Gold and black jeweled bracelet | MKL Accessories purchased from Karmaloop

Straight from work to a night out in the city, this is a new take on a day-to-night look for more casual work environment. For more fabulous outfits and an even more phenomenal art direction portfolio, make sure to follow Qori on social media and check out her work at www.helloqori.com!

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New York City, NY

Hat | Pendelton
Shirt | Ted Baker
Jeans | Urban Renewal by Urban Outfitters
Shoes | Doc Marten
Glasses | Ray Ban
Bag | American Apparel

For all my fellas in the place with style and grace, here's a man you can look up to. For more effortless and head-turning looks, make sure to follow him via social media. While you're at it, check out his latest project The Timeless Aesthetic: a blog that highlights both menswear and womenswear harmoniously.

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I ran into this article on Mashable a couple weeks ago listing different fashion tricks that men can use but honestly, all I read was a billion things that women can do as well. Here a few amazing DIY tips that you can use to make your fashion life a whole lot easier!

In a rush and your shirt is super wrinkled? Toss it in the dryer with an ice cube! It will create steam to lessen the creases.
Clean your leather shoes with olive oil for a natural sheen instead of a high gloss shine.
If you can get over the sanitation factor, put your smelly shoes in the freezer overnight to eliminate the odor. I suggest several layers of plastic bags for this one!
Sharpen your razor with an old pair of jeans. Dull razors are the number one cause of nicks and razor bumps so a sharp razor is key. I've actually done this trick myself and it works like a charm!
You can also use razors to remove fuzz off of old sweaters. This doesn't work on all fabrics so if you're not sure how your sweater will respond, test a small, hidden section first to avoid ruining one of your favorite cardigans.

Typically I pull my tips and tricks from my own personal experiences, but when I read this article I knew it was too good not to pass along. Hope these help!

If you have fashion life-hacks of your own, share below!

So you guys lucked up with only getting a "Top 5" out of me for the Golden Globes this year. However, choosing only five looks from last night's Oscars seemed nearly impossible...so I chose 10. Enjoy!

10. Amy Adams in Gucci Premiere | Peplum seemed to be a huge trend last night and I can see why. It's wildly flattering and on Adams, it was stunning. The navy color she chose also highlighted her hair and eye colors.

9. Meryl Streep in Lanvin | This should come as no surprise. After all she's the queen; she has to look like royalty. She definitely didn't disappoint in this black and white draped number.

8. Lady Gaga in Atelier Versace | I actually didn't even see this gown on Gaga until this morning as I was compiling this list. She looks fabulous and her natural styling of late is really doing it for me. Thumbs up!

7. Camila Alves McConaughey in Gabriela Cadena | I love her. I know nothing about her but she seems like a wonderful wife and mother, all while being absolutely flawless. Her skin tone against this powder pink was perfect. Did I mention I love her? Because I do.

6. Sandra Bullock in Alexander McQueen | If Meryl Streep is queen then I think it's officially safe to say that Bullock is setting herself up to be next in succession. Last night she dazzled. Every hair in place, makeup applied to perfection, and can we talk about the fit of this gown? Lovely.

5. Jennifer Lawrence in Dior Haute Couture | Swoon. Lawrence carries herself like the leading lady she truly is. Her styling is always age-appropriate (she's only 23!), fun, edgy, but always elegant. It almost makes you forget about what a lovable, goofball she really is.

4. Anne Hathaway in Gucci | Another Gucci number to add to the list, but this one is strikingly different from Adams'. Hathaway has done a similar neckline before and it really works on her. The jewels made the gown both edgy and classy, something that's very tricky but Hathaway seemed to pull it off with ease.

3. Kerry Washington in Jason Wu | Washington is just glowing isn't she? At each awards show this season she has tastefully, and proudly, shown off her baby bump. Last night was no exception and she looked fabulous chowing down on the pizza that Ellen DeGeneres bought for the audience!

2. Angelina Jolie in Elie Saab Haute Couture | Jolie is usually stunning but something about her last night just seemed even more incredible. Metallic was another trend on the Oscars red carpet and Jolie carried it with effortless grace. Well done.

1. Lupita Nyong'o in Prada | Nyong'o was the belle of the ball; in fact she received several comparisons on social media to Cinderella. She also shared in an interview before the show that she had a hand in designing the gown which was inspired by champagne bubbles. Nyong'o is a solidified It Girl after winning Best Supporting Actress last night, but do I smell a design collaboration down the line? I sure hope so!

Were there any show stoppers that didn't make the list? Share your favorites below!

Don't hang up your summer clothes just yet because I have a few simple ways to make your favorite pieces stretch into the colder months. For my fellow college students, we can't always afford to buy a whole new wardrobe every time the seasons change. All that means is we get to be a little more creative!

Sarong into head wrap/turban | Transform your favorite beach cover up into a fashionable way to stay warm. There are tons of tutorials on YouTube to make fabulous, and easy, head wraps so don't be afraid to try your hand at this trend.
Crop tops over maxi dresses | This kills two birds with one stone. Both items were wildly popular this summer and will be just as popular if layered together. This style provides warmth and an unique silhouette. Add a thick scarf and some boots and you're ready to go.
Tank tops and outerwear | One article I never retire during the fall (to the disdain of my mother) is a good tank top. While the trend of pairing them over long sleeve shirts may be long gone with snap bracelets and butterfly clips, there are other ways to stay warm. Layer them with chunky sweaters, leather jackets, or military jackets to stay in style and out of the nurse's office.

While many may be storing away their summer essentials, mine are still hanging in my closet. Just because the weather is changing, doesn't mean you have to put your favorite pieces away until next year. Working with your summer articles forces you to be more creative with your outfits and is a really fun challenge.

What head-turning outfits will you be creating this season? If you have an amazing OOTD using summer pieces that you'd like to share, post it on Twitter or Instagram and tag #summertofall. Your creation may be featured on my next F+ post!

This week I had the extreme pleasure of speaking with Dom Streater, Project Runway's most recent winner. Unfortunately I wasn't able to record the conversation verbatim, but I excitedly took a billion and one notes. She had so much to share and now, I'm sharing it with you. So let's jump right in!

Jordan Cathleen: How was designing a collection different from the previous challenges?

Dom Streater: It was a lot of pressure to be able to tell my story right. It was definitely the ultimate challenge. Of course a lot more stress than usual because it's had to create a 12 piece collection in just six weeks!

JC: I can only imagine! I read that your favorite piece from the finale collection was the long sleeve dress with the cowl back. Is there a least favorite?
DS: I wouldn't say there was a least favorite piece. I made a lot of garments and went to a very selective process to narrow it down to everything that you saw in the collection. I honestly love every piece that I sent out.

JC: You touched on it a bit, but in more detail can you describe your design process?
DS: It all starts with inspiration. I usually have a good feeling of what will be "in" the next season. Also, I write a lot! I have just tons of descriptive words scribbled on my paper. After that I get into the sketching a developing a color palette and silhouettes. Then comes the prints. I can properly design a print if I don't know what silhouette I'm working with. It has to be proportionate. Then I get to design the print in photoshop and have it sent out to be made into a textile. Then I can get to work.

JC: Wow. I always knew it took a lot of work, but I never stopped to think about how much work goes into it.
DS: (Laughs) Yeah, it can be a bit much.

JC: (Laughs) I can see that! So how has Philadelphia influenced you as a designer?
DS: It influences the type of woman I design for. Everyone is always on the go, hopping on and off the subway. I design clothes that are made to be worn in the city, from day to night. My clothes are for people with an active lifestyle. Movement is my main thought when I design. I ask myself, "Will it work?" If it's not something I could wear in the city, I don't do it.

JC: So you focus on functionality?
DS: Exactly!

JC: Being a city girl myself I can appreciate that. So Philadelphia may not be a fashion capital like New York, but in your opinion is the fashion scene here growing?
DS: Definitely! I noticed this while I was in school. Over the past few years, interest in fashion has blown up. It's becoming a regular part of our lives.

JC: The majority of my readers are women my age (20, not much younger than yourself). Explain where all of your confidence comes from.
DS: Well, I'm just a naturally talkative person so it's easy for me to jump right into things. Besides, it's required as a designer. You have to have tenacity in this industry. Plus I've never been the type of person concerned with other people's opinions. The only thing that should matter is your own.

JC: Was there ever any point during the competition where you doubted yourself/your ability to win?
DS: No, not really. There were definitely moments when I was stressed, tired, and exhausted! I went in saying, "I want to win." I wouldn't do it if I didn't think I could win. That just seems like a waste to me.

JC: I really like that perspective and you're right, it does seem like a waste of time if you aren't going into something with that mentality.
DS: Exactly. It's like, so what are you doing then?

JC: Alright, I'm sure you have a ton of favorite pieces that you made during the competition, but what is your favorite garment previous to Project Runway?
DS: Previous? Oh wow.... Well there's this chiffon dress I made that used two textiles that I hand-pieced together. That was the first time I realized I could mix textiles. It's funny because you can't really teach that. You're just born to have an eye for textile design; it's not really something that can be developed. That's actually still one of my favorite pieces.

JC: Favorite garment during the season?
DS: Definitely the avant garde challenge. It was perfectly made, both in construction and design! I absolutely love that look. I'm really glad that the judges saw the hard work that I put into it.

JC: Most fun challenge.
DS: (Laughs) The HP challenge!

JC: (Laughs) I figured you would say that. Most difficult challenge.
DS: The first challenge, definitely. It's like you watch the show and you know it's difficult, but you really have no idea. The pace is insane and it was definitely a shock. The first and second challenges I really struggled with time management.

JC: How long is the season in real time?
DS: Six weeks!

JC: Oh wow, that's insane! So what experience has developed you most as a designer? (Your education, specific life event, etc.)
DS: Um well there was no one moment. I remember in high school when I was starting to apply for college, I was going to study marine biology. I was talking to my counselor about what I liked to do and fashion came up. I made the decision to pursue fashion and never looked back.

JC: How did you seem to stay above the drama this season?
DS: This was a huge opportunity. I had been looking for a job in the industry for months after graduation. I knew this was my one chance at fashion so I wanted to remain professional throughout the competition.

JC: Is there any one person who helped you the most on the show?
DS: Helen. She was my closest friend. We bonded, confided, and helped each other. We can't talk to family, no phone, no computer. We're completely shut off. She was my shoulder to lean on and I was her shoulder to lean on.

JC: You and your model also seemed to have a pretty good relationship. Did she help you as well?
DS: I love my model! She was the perfect model: perfect personality, beautiful. Plus she was intuitive to the judges' point of view. You know when they get a closer look at the clothes? She would come to me with extra feedback from the judges. Plus she was so beautiful so I wanted to design feminine, elegant clothes to match her personality.

JC: You are such a motivated, passionate person. What message can you give to my readers on pursuing their own dreams?
DS: To not give up. It's very easy to get discouraged. It had been three years since graduation and I still didn't have a job in my field. I had to work at an animal care center and waitress. You have to stick to your guns. Now, I can wake up doing what I love. Besides, it's supposed to be hard; you're supposed to struggle. It makes you that much stronger.

Washington, DC

1. Fedora | H&M

2. Vegan leather jacket | Zara

3. Sweater | AllSaints

4. Black distressed moto pants | Free People

5. Shoes | UNIF HELLraisers

6. Jewelry (all) | heirlooms

If you want to see this beauty in action, she makes her own OOTDs, makeup tutorials, and more on her YouTube channel Adele's Anecdotes. Make sure to subscribe to her and follow her on Twitter and Instagram. I promise you won't be disappointed!

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