Tom got this scarf somewhere in France. But he said we could share. It's the softest, warmest flannel ever.

Penfield is an old outdoor outfitting brand that seems to be making the most of current trends by churning out some gear thats a little more geared to people who follow things like current trends. There special projects section looks promising...

Hermosa Scarf, Penfield USA, $40.

My power color is usually purple or blood red, but lately cobalt blue is all I want to deal with. Serious color. Dynamic. Liquid. Fierce in a non Project Runway way.

1) Blue Le Pen, my current favorite writing utensil. At fine purveyors of pens everywhere.
2) Marc By Marc Two-Tone Gloves, Barneys. $88.
3) Philip Lim 3.1 Bag, La Garconne. $750.
4) Ray-Bans, Sunglass Hut. $110.
5) Penny Loves Kenny Walkabout, OakNYC. $88.

Chicago is already cold. Not freezing yet, but creeping on down. Also, my bank account. Frozen. This is what happens when you spend three weeks in Europe saying "Just get it!" Meaning ice cream, boots, shoes, crepes, wine, dresses....

If it could melt just one, tiny drop...

1) Bow Back Ladder Tunic, TopShop, $50.
2) Marios Circle Dress, OakNYC, $298.
3) Kishan Heel, heels.com, $105.
4) Wear and Tear Squeezed Chains Bracelet, Etsy, $56.
5) Matte Leggings, American Apparel, $42.

Back in the states after almost three weeks running around France and Italy.

While I was out: Obama! Snow. Italy and watching Mr. & Mrs. Smith six times on the flight home have made me rethink the turtleneck. Also, seriously wanting a fur vest. Italy also made me realize how hard purple is fighting to stay relevant. Many matching boots and jacket combos. I, however, have been very drawn to cobalt and only cobalt as of late. French girls have me contemplating a haircut. All I want to eat is cheese and all I want to drink is wine. I am very sad to be back. I am very happy to be back.

Happy Halloween!

See you soon!

All my clothes are at the laundry or packed up. So, here are the pieces that usually get worn with other things. Ha.

Skirt: H&M. Shirt: Free People. Dress: Mom got it for me. Boots: Steve Madden. Hair: I straightened it to see how long it is. I wish it was longer.

I saw Take the Panda a night ago. And this is what I wore. It was the last night of Office's very successful Schubas residency. Take the Panda was so fun, Office as Roy Orbison was so fun. Everyone was there and we all had so much fun. Fun. Fun. Fun. I tell ya.

Dress: Akira. Sweater: H&M. Shoes: H&M. Jewels: Marc by Marc, Thrift, Ruth made earring bought from Una Mae's. Coat: Forever21. Eyes: Full of sleep and beer.

I have been waking up really late for work the last couple days. I realize that is no excuse for this, but after a show that rendered me sleepless my eyeballs were only reading "Red. And red. That means it matches? Yes." And on it all went.

Skirt: Forever21. Shirt: Thrift. Belt: I forget, but I like it a lot. Tattoo: Permanent. Sorry, Dad.

As if people don't have enough to cry about, now we can fake it by dangling things from our eyeballs. Our actual eyeballs. Eric Klarenbeek has developed eye jewelry- tiny jewels that dangle from medical wire attached to contact lenses. And claims is does not hurt. I have never been able to successfully get a contact into my eyeball, much less one that has a gem hanging off it.

I actually don't hate the idea, and think the delicacy and romantic single teardrop is beautiful. There is something haunting about it, but I am not sure I would want to fake tears. It's a little like girls in Tokyo sporting the kegadoru (injured idol) look. Wrapped up in bandages and wearing fake eye patches in competition for male attention, these girls get their men by seriously playing the sympathy card. Umm. A little... desperate? And, yes, a little awesome.

Kate Moss released her latest line for TopShop today. As with her past lines for the mega store, some is good, some is great, and a lot is pretty bad. But more importantly, to get to what this post is really about- how hot is Kate Moss? Damn. Girl still gots it.

Tom, my number one main man, says I am bad at winter. Winter coats, to be specific. And all the pieces that go with them. Now, let's get real here, does this look like bad at winter??

Not likely. Let's start with the Old Navy puffy thing I got freshmen year in the children's department. Very fashion forward with the furry thing! And the hat my Dad got me at a market in Lucca, Italy when my head was cold? I think my father has very good taste in hats, thank you very much. The gloves over gloves? I live in Chicago and I did the best I could, which is excellent. Hot pink and red is one my favorite color combinations.

This is ridiculous. I need a coat. A real, adult coat.

Shirt Dress: Mary Meyers. Sweater/ Leggings: H&M. Coat: Old Navy. Shoes: Bakers. Sunglasses: Dior Xtralight. Hat: Gift. Gloves: I should probably get big kid gloves when I get that new coat...

In a very surprising move, it looks that Breakfast has thrown it's support behind Obama, dealing another crushing blow to the McCain/Palin campaign. Traditionally a conservative powerhouse, Breakfast broke ranks with other Republican groups that enjoy a morning meal- including the religious right. Breakfast will no longer be served after evangelical services in church basements. Obama has formally thanked Breakfast for it's support and encourages Dinner to join the campaign as well.

I also support the Obama campaign as both a brunette and a blogger.

Other groups to recently endorse: faux hawks, unicorns, steam punks, and another conservative group that has made the move to the left- analog.

Hundreds of special interest groups for $1 each at DemocraticStuff.com

I found this shirt at a little vintage boutique by my house last night. I use the term "shirt" loosely, as this is clearly just eight napkins that have been sewn together. Four for the front, four for the back, with unsewn edges for a head, two arms and slits up the side. I also use the term "sewn" loosely. There are many strange openings. I love this shirt-ish thing. I strung more trash, this raggedy sequin piece, through the holes in the sides so the front is cinched and the back hangs loose. Very comfy and floaty.

Top: Vintage store on Chicago. Shoes: Bakers. Necklace: Renegade Craft Fair. Sweater: H&M. Next DIY Project: 8 old napkins. Bits of old thread. Done.

Excellent question. I was debating this yesterday with some pals, and I think the answer yes. Sequins, by nature, may be flashy and sparkly, but you can dress just about anything down these days. Way down if you like. I am thinking old, raggedy t-shirts, soft sweatshirts, destroyed denim. Or just bust up the sequined thing.

1. Sequined Skirt, $36.40. Alloy.com.
2. Sequined leggings, $80. TopShop.com.
3. Lerario Beatriz Shorts, $348. LaGarconne.com.
4. Converse Sequined Low Tops, $85.50. Delias.com.

Blatant violation of all those rules that say you can't wear black and blue together or black and brown. Oh wells, I happen to like brown with black with blue with brown. I do wish this dress was slightly shorter and more trapeze-y. But, hey, as they say in baseball- you can't win them all.

Dress: H&M. Leggings: Forget. Shoes/Necklace: Gift. Scarf: Marc by Marc. Number 2: Comes right after number 1.