Kelly Saks - Miami's Fashion Girl: Target

Creating a Fall Capsule Wardrobe

My Dearest Basel,

I missed you, and I'm sorry. While you were enjoying the company of Dita, Demi, Stella, Martha and Chelsea, I was hard at work. Turns out that remodeling/moving into a new home and starting a new job during the last month of the year is quite time consuming. I googled 'how to be in two places at once,' and came up with everything short of an answer. Coffee, vitamins, bribery... they all failed.

I missed you - but I didn't forget you! I had all of my invites and outfits lined up, ready to go. This outfit was my particular favorite, but unfortunately never made it out of my building. Next year I'll RSVP early and stay late. Pinkie promise.

Enjoy these photographs courtesy of Bella Mente Photography.

x Kelly

ISA Boutique Faux Fur Coat | ASOS Dress (no longer available in yellow) | Macy's Sequins Clutch (similar)

Hair: c/o Just Air Blow Dry Bar | Lips: Covergirl Blast Flipstick in Glimmer | Nails: OPI, Malaga Wine

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Photography by Bella Mente Photography//Styling by Kelly Saks

If you follow me on facebook or twitter you know that my birthday was a week long celebration, and probably got a glimpse of this amazing dress I partied in. With a colorful ribbon print & feminine pleats, my birthday dress was perfect for a girls' night out that ended with a dance-off against Wyclef Jean at Hyde Beach Miami. (Only in South Beach, natch.) Remember the lucite jewelry trend of 2010? Well clear, and yes plastic, handbags are the latest cheap/chic trend to hit the runways. I took the trend for a spin with this clear skull clutch courtesy of VanityGal. The fun part? Figuring out how to wear it without looking like a hoarder. So I kept just the necessities- keys, ID, credit card, lipgloss & powder- and tossed them into a cute pink coin bag. My fuchsia pumps from the Fashion For A Cause shoot were just the right shade of pink for the dress, and comfy enough to dance the night away in. Cheers to 26!

Birthday souffle at The Forge. Yum!!

Although I'm the birthday girl this month, I've got a present for you! VanityGal sent me an extra skull clutch to giveaway, offering one of you lucky readers the chance to show off what's in your bag. ~~Enter the contest below.~~ Contest has closed. Congrats to winners Bianca & Karoline!

For a limited time, shop www.vanitygal.com and get 20% off your purchase with code kellyskloset. Enjoy!

WHAT I WORE

Talulah Vintage Print Dress via ISA Boutique

VanityGal Green/Clear Skull Clutch - Enter to win one below!

Gold Tribal Necklace c/o AliExpress by Alibaba

Target Sunnies

Forever21 Bracelets (old)

Macy's INC Pink Pumps (on sale for $50!)

a Rafflecopter giveaway

While today officially marks the last day of summer, it doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to your favorite summer trends. Floral prints have popped up everywhere from blazers to skinny pants (like these super affordable ones from Prim&Proper,) and can easily transition into fall by pairing with dark hues & rich textures. I took this look from summer to fall by swapping my white and cream accessories for dark denim and brown leather, topped off with a burgundy felt hat.

Do you dare to wear flowers this fall? Let me know in the comments.

Captured by Bella Mente Photography //Styling by Kelly Saks

WHAT I WORE

Floral Print Pants c/o Prim&Proper (On Sale for $19!)

Summer Look - ZARA Blazer & Clutch, Ann Taylor Lace Blouse & Sandals (similar)

Fall Look- Target Hat, Forever 21 Wedges, H&M Bag (old)

SHOP THE TREND

Floral Print Pants

As a kid, back to school season meant one thing: back to school shopping! A new school year was a chance to reinvent myself, try out a new style, and forget the fashion mistakes (yes, everyone has them!) of the past. But every fall there are certain trends that just keep coming back... for my latest collaboration with Bella Mente Photography I took the classic school girl look and gave it a rock n' roll edge. Plaid backpack? Check! Circle Skirt? Check! Denim? Check! Studded leather pumps?....

I've been rocking glasses since the fourth grade and have pretty much perfected the geek chic look. (What, did you think Dwyane Wade started that?!) Thanks to Collins Bridge, these red Sagamore Glasses offer the perfect pop of color.

What I Wore

Glasses c/o Collins Bridge

Vinyl Skirt by Furor Moda

Bebe Ivy Spikes & Studs Platform Pump

Target Mossimo Plaid Backpack

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Photo courtesy neimanmarcus.com

It's true! Neiman Marcus announced today that they have teamed up with Target and CFDA for a limited-edition holiday collection to hit stores December 1st. The unexpected collab is bringing together 24 American designers to create 50 exclusive gifts available for purchase at both stores and online. The announcement was received with mixed reviews on the Neiman Marcus Facebook page, where fashion enthusiasts (or just snobs?) expressed their disappointment that the retailer would be "downgrading" by partnering with a mass merchandiser like Target.

Facebooker Judith Blaufuss-Duffy chimed in, "BAD idea for Neiman's....For years they have had a certain status and now they are lowering their brand. Not to sound snobby, but I don't think the average Neiman shopper is a shopper at Target. There is too much disparity in the quality, not to mention the obvious....price."

I, for one, could not be more excited... I'll finally be able to snag something from the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book. Wishes do come true! What do you think? Will you shop NM x Target?

Participating designers: Alice + Olivia, Altuzarra, Band of Outsiders, Brian Atwood, Carolina Herrera, Derek Lam, Diane von Furstenberg, Eddie Borgo, Jason Wu, Judith Leiber, Lela Rose, Marchesa, Marc Jacobs, Oscar de la Renta, Philip Crangi, Proenza Schouler, Prabal Gurung, Rag & Bone, Robert Rodriguez, Rodarte, Skaist-Taylor, Thom Browne, Tory Burch, Tracy Reese

UPDATE: Target just released this behind the scenes video with a sneak peek at the incredible things to expect on December 1st!

Fashion Friday 5 | The Webster at Target

Don't get too ~~cray cray~~ loco this Cinco de Mayo because The Shops at Target launches on Sunday! The fine folks at Target have changed up their popular collaboration series this time around, trading in popular high-end designers for local outposts and boutiques.

Miami will be proudly represented by South Beach fave The Webster with an exclusive collection that includes everything you'd need for a tropical weekend in the magic city. While plotting your shopping assault for May 6th, check out my 5 favorite looks from the collection below. (Find your nearest store here. Keep in mind that certain pieces are online exclusives.)