Minor Obsession: Zara Blazers

We here at Desert Girls Vintage love a good blazer.  Maybe it's the English major in us, but doesn't a good wool blazer just sort of scream academia to you?  No?  Okay.  Maybe it's just us then.  Or me.  Maybe it's just me.  That's okay, though, because the fact of the matter is that I love a good blazer, be it wool, cotton, or jersey.  I've rounded up my faves from Zara here, but believe me, there are plenty more to choose from.  Can you tell which one's my favorite?!

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I've also been obsessing over some other things...
Like these donuts from Chicago's Glazed and Infused.
And this two-tier table, which is perfection...
And recreating this costume for the Cat, using some pieces we already have from Zara.

What have you been obsessing over lately?

~Lori

Minor Obsession: Chambray Shirt

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My girl crush on artist Inslee Haynes is going strong; how much do you love this piece?!
 I like to pretend it's Rebecca and me!

A while back, I started hunting around for the perfect chambray shirt.  I wanted it to have snap buttons and be just the perfect wash.  I found one at Forever 21 that I snatched up and have been happily wearing ever since.  It goes with almost everything, pulling together an otherwise ordinary look or even dressing down a more formal look.  I am on the hunt for another chambray shirt, not because I am not happy with the one I have, but because I am so happy with it.  Wait, what?!  That's right; here is a little bit of unsolicited fashion advice: when you find a piece of clothing (or shoes, or accessories) that you really, really love, buy two.  At least.  If it is plausible, buy more than one.  This way, if one gets messed up, or lost, or worn out or something, you'll have a spare.  See?  Good advice.  So I want another chambray shirt because I wear it so much.  Even in the summer.  I expect to wear it a lot in the fall, too.  So I found another PERFECT chambray shirt at H&M, but they didn't have my size (I am pouting as I write this).  So my search continues.

Don't believe me that a good chambray shirt can go with just about anything?  Well then, take a look at this.

image via Ylfa Gronvold

See? I told you so. How gorgeous does that look?!

~Lori

Minor Obsession: Leopard Print

I have been not-so-secretively obsessing over leopard print ever since I bought a pair of leopard print loafers/flats for my trip to Chicago.  I wear them with so much stuff, they've really become a staple in my wardrobe.  I think you can definitely overdo it with this print, but just a hit of it can add spark to an outfit.  I love the blouse featured below because even though it is a leopard print, it doesn't scream at you; it isn't over the top.  I'm loving each of the pieces featured here.  I need want a pair of leopard print heels like Rebecca has (here).  On top of my list is a leopard print clutch.  I think those sandals are to die for, and that belt would add interest to any number of outfits.  And since I've also been obsessed with scarves lately too, I would love to add a scarf like the one pictured here to my ever growing collection.

Minor Obsession: Leopard by desertgirls featuring strappy wedges

Class Roberto Cavalli leopard print top / Madewell leopard print flat / Vince Camuto high heel pumps / Matiko strappy wedge / Lauren Merkin clutch handbag / Leopard earrings, $8.34 / Givenchy red shawl / Dolce&Gabbana leopard print belt, $225

~Lori