(Mango leather jacket, Romwe sweater, Hallelu skirt, Vintage belt, Pour La Victoire shoes, Koshka bag)

And fashion week begins!! I kicked off the week at the IFB conference over at Milk Studios in the Meatpacking District. There, I spoke on the panel “Business and Blogging” along with a few other well known bloggers. It was a really great event and it was pretty refreshing to hear more about the business side of blogging and getting to answer the many questions our readers have in regards to how to market themselves, negotiate rates, connect with clients, etc etc. I was so surprised that my fellow panelists were supermodel Coco Rocha (whom I LOVE), the CEO of StyleCaster, as well as a few other personal style bloggers including Aimee of the blog Song of Style. After just arriving back in NYC from LA, my life (and closet) has literally been all over the place. Being in a constant rush to run out the door that morning, I threw on a very simple yet beautiful maroon skirt along with a cozy cropped sweater. I love how something elegant and girly can be toughened simply with a leather jacket. Layering was a must as the city has been receiving more rain than a girl in 5 inch stilettos can handle! Luckily, the weather has changed and the sun is out, giving us all out at fashion week a little break. I am beyond excited to attend my very first runway show, Nicole Miller, at Lincoln Center tomorrow! I’ll be sure to keep you updated on my NYC fashion week events!

And for all my fashionistas in town, MEET ME tomorrow night Saturday, the 10th (6pm-8pm), as I host the TOPSHOP event in Soho (478 Broadway)! Food and Drinks for all!!

I am back in NYC for fashion week and through I’d do a quick pre-fashion week post! My schedule is jam packed and I’m already hurrying to write this, as I’m about to run out the door!! Just want to quickly say that I’m currently obsessed with the hot pink J Brand for FNO jeans (I know it’s not Fashion’s Night Out quite yet, but I HAD to wear them early. Plus, 100% of the proceeds go to the NYC Aids Fund in the NY Community Trust, so go out and get a pair!) I love anything bright with a crazy animal print. Sported this ensemble last night at the pre-IFB conference party at the Mandarin Oriental over in Columbus Circle. I will be speaking at the conference this afternoon! Oh and yeah, I just threw in some food pictures I snapped last night at my favorite midnight hangout, BaoHaus. Try the Uncle Jesse. It’s a mix of tofu, veggies, and the best spicy peanut sauce EVER. Sorry for being so scatter brained this morning!

I love you Caitlin!

Okay so there is this place, completely underground, hidden from the craziness of NYC…full of models. Yeah, I know, sounds super intimidating and scary. I felt the same thing when I heard about it months ago, but it is actually pretty incredible! It’s called Modellounge and it’s basically a really rad space for models, and now even participating NYC bloggers, to hang throughout the day, whether it be to escape the super hot heat and grab a cold drink (we’re talking Illy and VitaminWater mhhmmm) , or hit up one of the many laptops to check their emails. There’s always something new going on whenever I pop by, like today, there were MASSAGES, gahhhhhhhhh. How cool is that? I wish I had more time throughout the day to visit, but at least I know there is this really comfy place in Union for my friends and I to meet up! Modellounge is currently working on videos and making sure to get the best updates behind the scenes for fashion week, with little sneak peeks at how the NYC models are prepping hehe! Be sure to check out the Modellounge blog for fun fashion week updates! I’m sure it will keep you entertained 🙂

(Volcom top and pants, Dolce Vita from Helianthus boots, Koshka bag, Vintage hat)

I realized my style completely changes depending on what coast I’m on. On the East Coast, my style is a lot more simple and classic, and then I jump on a plane to California and BAM, I’ve got a lot more color and funkiness. Basically, I haven’t worn a hat in MONTHS. I am also donning a full on Volcom ensemble. Representing my California natives of course! Main reason I’m back in Cali for the week is continue my work with Volcom. I just shot the summer ’12 campaign and already, moving into design with the brand! I just made a visit to the Volcom headquarters down in Costa Mesa the other day to review the final samples for my Fall ’12 design collaboration. I am BEYOND excited for my pieces to come out next year and to see people on the street wearing clothes with my name on it! So surreal, I really need to pinch myself. Expect some killer separates: we’re talking a staple dress, skirt, vest, and some HOT HOT blouses. Next up? My Holiday ’12 design collabooooo. For the holiday season, all I can think about are sparkles, lace, and all sorts of yummy goodness. Sketches and color palettes are floating about the office before we get into production and create some samples. This is one project that I’m super duper OUT OF THIS WORLD stoked about! Being volcomized has never felt so good…

Keep up with my Fall ’12 design collab project and meet my Volcom design partner in crime, Grace Lee, here on VOLCOMUNITY!!