J.Crew Fall Catalog

Aren't these shots from J.Crew's fall catalog just divine? There's a chill in the air this morning. I could use a touch of cashmere, and I'm always a fan of a good tutu.

Inspired by: East Houston Pointe Shoes

Yesterday, I stumbled upon these hot pink pointe shoes. Abandoned on a street sign, they looked a bit defeated, but inspiring none-the-less.

The ballet trend comes and goes in fashion, with the latest resurgence stemming from Natalie Portman's Oscar-winning performance in Black Swan. As a former dancer, I've always been drawn to flowy skirts and corset tops, ballet flats and intense stage makeup, even when they're not en vogue.

If you've been searching for an outfit worthy of a dance on your tiptoes, look no further. 

1.) Bow City Flat (Gap, $40)

2.) Coquette Rouge Allure (Chanel, $32)

3.) Million Pleats Midi (Anthropologie, $158)

4.) Eyelet Bustier Top (Urban Outfitters, $59)

5.) Ferragamo Ballet Flat Scarf (Bluefly, $147)

The blog world is abuzz with discussion of Kate Spade's newest book, a collection of "inspirations, intriguing bits, and other curiosities" inspired by the much-loved section of the brand's retail website, "The Things We Love". While The Things We Love is not yet available for sale to the public, I decided to create my own edition, The Things I Love, for today's post. Enjoy!

Here's a consolidated list with links:
1.) Ballet Slippers
2.) Keith Haring
3.) Capri Blue Candles
4.) Hidden Messages
5.) Bows
6.) Aphrodite's Pink Nightie Nail Polish
7.) S'mores
8.) Starbucks Holiday Drinks
9.) Fifi Lapin

PS Click here to watch a special on Kate's house on Plum TV!