Style Inspiration: The Wonder Years

Amazon announced today that a ton of older movies and TV shows will be available streaming video, including: THE WONDER YEARS!  I adored "The Wonder Years" growing up (and wanted to be Winnie Cooper?)  so,  I can't wait to re-visit the family drama.  In the mean time, with 60s/70s  influence all over the fashion world this fall, I think "The Wonder Years" is a great source of style-inspiration.   It's amazing that almost 20 years later, I still want Winnie's stick straight long brown hair. The skinny little headbands that she wore are the perfect, almost cutesy, accessory to add to a more grown up modern look.  How happy does this picture of Kevin and Winnie make you?

Layers of sweaters and button-down blouses are always a fall staple of mine.  This season, I've been sticking with super-classic preppy versions, a-la-Winnie.

Of course I'm also loving looking back at Karen Arnold's breezy hippie style (I vaguely remember that she went to berkeley?)

I'm digging the collegiate vibe of Winnie's outfits later in the series.  These would be my modern picks:

The pieces:

 Madewell merino cardigan, $88

TopShop cotton shirt, $64

J Brand brown pants, $300

Lucky brand shoes, $129

FOSSIL vintage shoulder bag, $248

Yves Saint Laurent chain link jewelry, $895

LOFT hair accessory, $13

ASOS buckle belt, $11

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Here is a little snapshot (the opening credits) to hold you over until it's live on Amazon.

Fall Style-Edition: On the Hunt for the Perfect Weekend Boots

As fall approaches, I am on the hunt for a new pair of short boots. I have this pair but I'm looking for something in a relaxed lighter color.  The ideal pair would have a sturdy enough heel to wear all day and be a simple enough style that I could throw it on with anything from jeans and a tee to my favorite flowy dress.   With the Rachel Comey (top left) as inspiration, here are the contenders for my fall purchase: 

From left to right, top to bottom:

The splurge: Rachel Comey bootie boots ($403)

DV by Dolce Vita Jamison Booties ($119)

Suede options:

Sam Edelman Petty Booties ($160)

Asos Alpini Suede Chelsea Ankle Boots ($82)

Higher heels:

 TopShop Adore Beige Suede Ankle Booties ($124)

Acne Cypress high heel booties ($589)

The best deals:

Forever21 Short Cowboy Booties ($36)

Old Navy Faux Leather Ankle Boots ($35)

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Seeing Spots for Fall

Leopard print can be totally glamorous and classy (see above) or, it can be extremely tacky.  Regardless,  it's a versatile print that seems to stick with the fashion world year after year.  This fall the animal print seems to be getting extra coverage from mainstream retailers.  J.Crew seemed to work it into almost every look in their fall catalog, and it was also all over Banana Republic's Mad Men collection.

I've always preferred leopard print as a simple accent, like classic shoes or a bag. So, if you are weary about the animal print,  try it out in accessories:

Here are some fun options that could spruce up a fall wardrobe:

1.  French Sole India Leopard Pony Ballet Shoes ($155 at  asos.com)

2.  Mad Men Collection Leopard Print belt ($50 at Banana Republic)

3.  Sheer Leopard Print Blouse ($33 at ModCloth)

4.  Leopard Print Flap Over Clutch ($45 at TopShop)

5.  Minicci Leopard-Print Scarf ($13 at Payless)

6.  Diane Von Furstenberg Leopard Hair Calf April Pumps ($295 at Bloomingdales)

7. Mad Men Leopard Print Trench ($198 at Banana Republic)

8.  J.Crew Edie Calf-hair Tote ($620 at Net-a-Porter)