{ nyfw part 1/2 }

Straight from Vegas, I hit nyc for nyfw- which I know you probably know (hi. instagram. )

Wanted to share some of my favorite memories and share the inside scoop on what went down.

Arrived at my home away from home, The Empire Hotel...with only the bare necessities ;) 

They are SO GOOD TO ME. Highly recommended.

Gawked at the bandage dresses , and celebs, at Herve Leger. Max- always a fave.

Made a pit stop at Chelsea Market between showroom stops just for old times sake. 

And also for chinese food. At this very moment I wish there were emojis on this blog.

Stopped by the McKittrick Hotel with the Hilton sisters (sort of) for an hauntingly creative Alice and Olivia presentation. 

Got my hair done by Sean at the Serge Normant team. (priorities)

More to come next week! 

RabLabs { giveaway! }

I've told you before how important those special items are when it comes to making your home feel completely unique to you, and one of my favorite companies for those one of a kind type pieces is by RabLabs, by designer Anna Rabinowicz. She has mastered bringing nature into the home by fashioning natural elements into beautiful pieces for interior spaces,  and let me tell you, the entire line is insanely gorgeous. Look....

And best part? They're giving one of you the chance to win a pair of the Kivita coasters-- which have become prominent items in my house and maybe find their way under everything. What??? Can you blame me? they're gorgeous. 

Here's how to enter:

1. Follow RabLabs on instagram.

2. Follow @DallasShaw on instagram and twitter

3. Leave a comment below with your username and saying that you've done both!

Good luck!!

Winner will be randomly selected on Wednesday, March 5th. Contest open only to US residents.

{ copper & rose gold }

{ Living Room } { Bedroom & Kitchen} {Tool Cup} {Hanging Rack } {Toaster } {Hangers}   

{ Tray Table } {Boxes } {Coasters } {Pendant Lamp } { Candle }

I will be the first to say that I love the copper and rose gold trend that's popular right now. Sure it's a no brainer when it comes to jewelry, but have you ever thought to incorporate it into your home design? I know, so chic. Here's some other favorites: 

Inspired Style { chambray }

I was on QVC last week talking trends and wanted to make sure you saw the piece. Do you agree with us, is chambray the new classic white shirt? We vote 100 times yes.

{ alice & olivia }

The weather has officially lost its mind. I ran some errands before the snow last week
in Alice and Olivia (sweater from h&m) and wanted to share my latest obsession -- Alice and Olivia  cropped denim pants. They had these in cargo but sold out before I could grab them (don't worry, I'm still stalking) so I tried these instead and I have to admit that I'm surprised at how much I like them. The length is great and would probably be even better on someone taller than 5'2 (womp) and the color is what is makes them unique. These are thick denim, but are rich navy in color and I can't wait to wear them during summer travel with brown leather flip flops + tee + messy braid. Maybe a second post then??

WHICH brings me to the shoes.  Countless blogger friends and I have been on the hunt for the perfect black, closed toe pointed heel ( you know, b/c what else to you wear with completely-falling-apart-boyfriend-jeans ) but it seemed so many styles were too heavy on the ankle for my taste. These "delia's" by A&O are my new go-to's and are worth every penny. I've never seen better lines on a black shoe, have you??

{ Alice + Olivia Delia Pump } { Alice + Olivia 'Anders' Pant } { Cable Knit Cuffed Beanie } { Rebecca Minkoff Swing Bag } { Gold Almaz Diamond Bangle }

Saturday in office...

It's Saturday. And I'm in office. And I have a very important list to tackle.

Thanks Microsoft OneNote for keeping me "on track" today. ;)

Totally hate when I'm out ad have a great thought for a post or need to add something to my to-do list. OneNote solves that by being on my phone and syncs to my computer. And it's so satisfying to check something off the list.  Nap. Check. 

{ microsoft } { OneNote }

{ insta recap }

are you following along with my daily adventures on insta? you simply must-- it's where all the pretty happens!

{ dallas shaw instagram }

{ inspiration gold }

are we the only ones that never, ever get tired of gold? it just makes sense in every environment. don't you agree?

{ images via pinterest }

Rachel Mulherin { givaway! }

When the gorgeous Rachel Mulherin sent me her lookbook for her Spring collection, I knew that I needed to share it with you. Each handmade piece is absolutely killer. Just killer. See....

(Are you dying over these body chains? Me too.)

And lucky for us, they want one of you to win my favorite piece from the collection, the Loren Crystal Chain Bracelet. 

Here's how to enter:

1. Follow Rachel Mulherin on instagram.

2. Follow @DallasShaw on instagram and twitter

3. Leave a comment below saying you've done both!

Good luck!!

Winner will be randomly selected on Wednesday, February 26th. Contest open only to US residents.

{ Top Knots & Cat Eyes }

Laid back chic meets just the right amount of drama. Add in a bold brow and a shimmery eyeliner and you're ready. Yes and yes. 

Here's what you'll need for this look:

{ mirrored }

Running around Vegas again called for more comfy shoes! I'm officially obsessed with my mirrored raybans these days. Another apparent obsession: Shirts with faux leather details. I wore them with my 3x1 denim (which the team made custom for me. crazy.) and they fit perfectly into my new wedge nikes. I was avoiding the wedge trend for some time but caved for the all black.

you caving too? Here are the links below. Happy shopping.

{ #ThingWeNeed: Valentine's Day }

Happy Valentines Day Sweethearts! Every year I buy myself a little gift - something a bit more girly than usual so as I am narrowing down my choices, I thought I'd share my favorites with you. From roses in perfume form, to handcuff rings and mismatched earrings, here are my very favorite things. Show yourself some love this v-day and treat yourself something sweet- you deserve it.

{ Pure A Drop Of Rose Eau De Parfum Spray } { Kisses Wool Sweater } { Brevity Assorted Necklaces } { Diptyque Roses Scented Candle } { Jack Vartanian Diamond & Gold Handcuff Ring } { Love Me Heart-appliquéd Leather and Suede Pumps } { Diamond & Platinum Love Ring } { AERIN Beauty Rose Lip Conditioner } { Miu Miu Crystal Cap Toe Sneaker } { Demelza lace-appliquéd tulle suspender belt } { Le Blac Light Revealing Whitening Make Up Base } { Bobbi Brown Nude Glow Polish } { Bobbi Brown Nude Glow Shimmer Nail Polish } { Bobbi Brown Nude Glow Glitter Nail Polish } { It: Alexa Chung } { Margo tulle floral-appliqué clutch } { Diamond Heart & Key Earrings }

And just as a little gift from me to you, my friends at DKNY fragrances are giving one of you a chance to win a bottle of their pureDKNY A Drop Of Rose Parfum. It's the perfect fragrance. you will loooove-- swear. 

Here's how to enter to win:

1. Follow DKNY Fragrances on facebook.

2. Follow @DallasShaw on instagram and pinterest

3. Create your own #ThingsWeNeed board (fill it with all your favorite things right now, but make sure that you include the above image of the perfume!) and comment with the link for a chance to win

Winner will be randomly selected on February 21st. Contest only open to US residents. 

{ #ThingsWeNeed }

I've been obsessing over floral pants lately and here is exactly how I'd style them-- with just the right amount of gold accessories, wedge sneakers (because you know I'm into those right now) and the rose gold Diamond Shark Tooth necklace that you had no idea you needed but now is totally a #ThingWeNeed.

{ Floral-print silk track pants } { Sling textured-leather backpack } { Fine & Dandy Gold Comb }{ Drop Spike Earrings } { Rose Gold Diamond Shark Tooth } { Cotton-jersey tank } { 'Dunk Super Sky Hi' Sneaker Boot } { Michael Kors Rollerball Lipgloss Duo }

{ Winter Whites }

Just some mid-week inspiration for you...

{ karlie krush }

Yes, yes just, to this entire Karlie Kloss look. The perfect amount of bronzed makeup and tousled hair. Not overdone, just beautiful.

Here's what you'll need to replicate this look:

{ leather weather }

Last week I was invited to Vegas to be a host at las vegas market. The weather was absolutely amazing-- a much needed break from the DE/NYC cold. I ended up with some free time on my hands to explore sin city so I grabbed a few layers, and my new kicks from Heidi Klum & New Balance (yes, true) and hit the town.

I started with a (faux) leather skirt and jacket (both from Zara but similar options below), popped those over a thin knit sweater and grabbed an over-sized red linen scarf. Paired with my undone hair, stacked rings and coffee, I felt comfortable enough for sightseeing, and extra stylish for day drinking.

{ #hknb }

{ Emerson Fry }

I'm completely obsessed with everything Emerson Fry.... you too?

Here are some favorites: