coming soon...

[stay tuned for more from a fun collaboration with lola x mgb photo x matt miller]

yours truly--

global nomad.

shop the look: floral overlay, c/o haute hippie [be sure to check out my lil interview on their site here] // strapless jumpsuit, joie via lola // jewels, vintage via mae's // two-tone skyla heel, rachel zoe via lola [shop now] // sunnies, alexander mcQueen via mertins // agnes backpack, clare v. via lola [shop now] // location, block st. records // photo credit, mgb photo 

yours truly--

travel series.

hi hi!  anna here, reporting live from new york fashion week-- and you guys, it's freaking frigid; we're talking -8 vibes.  packing for temps like this can no doubt be a bit tricky but i have a few tricks up my sleeve; wear your bulkiest items to the airport, pile on the moisturizer [this one is my #1 go to], and layer layer layer. 

on a related travel note, i'm so elated to announce that one of my all-time favourite lines, haute hippie, has invited me to collaborate with them on a little project-- i'll be chatting over on their blog this week about my travel motto, must see places during travel, how to stay stylish at the airport, etc [the first of a three part series where we'll be covering topics i'm into like music x personal style]. this look was pulled together featuring pieces from the upcoming spring / summer '15 HH collection that will soon be available at lola.  it was an absolute blast + who doesn't love a sneak peek?  is this trench overlay not too insane?  it is designed with shorts, so you can wear it as a dress as well... yes please.

shop the look:: trench overlay x dress, c/o haute hippie [coming soon to lola, s/s '15!] // hat, hat attack via lola // sunnies, 'therapy' by thierry lasry via mertins // sleeveless button-up, equipment via lola // bracelet stack, lionette nyc via lola // travel duffel, c/o ann taylor // denim, vintage levi 501's via grey dog // heels, rachel zoe via lola // photo, mgb photo

p.s. you catch my 24h @hautehippieofficial instagram takeover a few days ago? it's not too late! ... xx

yours truly--

team wang for h&m

alexander wang, one of the most important voices in fashion is launching his much anticipated collaboration with h&m tomorrow.  noted as "trendsetting power pieces with an urban fusion of fashion and sport" the collection is designed to translate the modern woman's style directly from the gym to the street.  i'm personally intrigued by his futuristic play with scuba/neoprene + laser-cutting, and find the entire collection's vision extremely cohesive.  note: if we wanna talk accessories, the leather backpack is something i would snatch up in .5 seconds [polished + full-on-functional for the girl on the move? yes please] and the beanies are adorably playful.

alexander wang for h&m is available online and in 250 stores worldwide on november 6.  to view the entire collection and scope our your favorite pieces before they go on sale, jump over to hm.com || big thank you to #teamwang for tapping me to help spread the word + also for teaching this girl a fantastic little something about herself... i mean, i guess i love jerseys now?  gotta admit there's something i find slightly sexy about the deep side dip, how  boyishly slouchy [but "just short enough"] it is, all while being the most comfortable thing i've e-v-e-r worn to lounge.  go forth + get your jersey on, ladies || you heard it here first

shop the look:: alexander wang x hm jersey // c/o hm // [ridiculously cool] plaid duster, haute hippie via lola // eyewear, tom ford via mertins // victorian bangle [never take off], via mae's // ruby bands [also never take off], family heirloom // lace bralette [fave], hanky panky via lola // photo credit, lauren for mgb

personal faves || alexander wang x hm campaign // look VII, look III

 yours truly--

Northwest Arkansas Fashion Week 2014 / The Making Of

fur, haute hippie via lola // sunglasses, via mertins

dress, groceries via lola // necklace, vintage via mae's [but now lives in my closet ;)]

dress, elizabeth and james via lola

dress, elizabeth and james via lola

all wardrobe via lola; top, elizabeth and james // confetti skirt, french connection // shoes, schutz // sunnies, via mertins

vest, haute hippie via lola // sunnies, via mertins

beaded cocktail dress, haute hippie via lola // sunnies, via mertins

credits to: vehicles provided by mercedes benz of northwest arkansas // location: 21 museum hotel // models, jennifer hawthorne + josh throne // female wardrobe, lola boutique // male wardrobe, the independent // makeup, bo senesomxay + jodie franklin // hair, nicole shipley + sunshine broder // photographer, jade howard // videographers, david arteaga + jeremy dean // male styling, jud lee // female styling, anna e. cottrell of tulip louise  // www.nwafw.com 

wardrobe by lola; top, joie // skirt, ALC // necklace, haute hippie // bangles, via mae's

dress, groceries via lola // necklace, vintage via mae's 

yours truly-

instyle magazine x tulip louise [whaaat?]

vince cashmere sweater, via lola boutique // vintage jil sander pants, via grey dog // vintage turban and jewelry, via mae's // clutch, via ann taylor // booties, via cynthia rowley // black coat, via zara // fur overcoat, via cheap thrills 

you guys.  sometimes you wake up to bad news, sometimes you wake up to g-r-e-a-t news!  during the rag and bone show during new york fashion week in february [write up here], someone snapped my photo and it ended up in this months edition of InStyle Germany.  i couldn't believe it myself, and just had to share.  hope you have an excellent start to the week… xx

yours truly-

lola boutique x tulip louise.

you guys, i have some unbelievable news.  are you ready?  think you can handle it?  

photo credit, keely yount

… you are looking at the new owner of [my all time f-a-v-o-r-i-t-e women's shop] lola boutique!!  [pinch me]  the past few months have been a complete whirlwind in which i have relocated all the way from manhattan to my hometown in arkansas, have gained an amazing business partner, and attended my first market as a store owner!  [bonus: i have most recently been playing the fun role of subcontractor]  

background:  my dear friend jade and her sister lisa opened the doors of lola 9+ years ago, and have successfully built such a beautiful brand as a contemporary women's boutique specializing in luxury basics, premium denim, and one-of-a-kind event pieces.  bragging rights:  lola is known as one of the top fashion destinations in the state, having been named one of the 50 Best Boutiques in 2009 by Lucky Magazine and Best Boutique in Arkansas in 2012 by ELLE.com.  in a nutshell, i have some pretty big shoes to fill…      

[left to right] anna, jade, lisa // photo credit, maura dawn

we are really excited to focus on expanding our online readership and growing our e-commerce presence [YAY!  that means you guys can follow along + shop here] while ensuring that the in-store experience is exceptional.  we have been diligently working to source cool new designers to compliment all the familiar lines that die-hard lola shoppers expect [i.e. elizabeth & james, vince, haute hippie, equipment, current / elliott, a.l.c, joie, j.brand, etc]!  we are particularly excited about all of the new jewelry, accessory, shoe and handbag lines we will be introducing this fall, many being exclusive to lola in arkansas… think clare vivier [beautiful everyday clutches + handbags], innovative shoes from brazil-based schutz, chandelier earrings by suzanna dai, chic and sophisticated watches from sweden-based daniel wellington and specialty pieces by VEDA [consider your hunt for the perfect leather jacket over]  

                   

now, this story wouldn't be complete without mention of my favorite sidekick, voice of reason, and buying buddy… mrs. lauren pruitt!  this lady keeps me on task, and has helped to ensure that everything we will be offering at lola is going to blow you away.  her taste is impeccable, and i couldn't ask for a better person to walk through this crazy/fun experience with… thank you for everything, la!  i mean, this is basically our relationship:

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throwback to 1. that time i wore a crop top // 2. that time i got a bad spray tan.

your truly-

floral fix.

floral dress, h&m {only $49!} // sunglasses, ray-ban // jewelry, vintage via mae's // blazer, f21 // handbag, hayden-harnett // photo credit: keely yount 

yours truly--

H&M's 50 States of Fashion.

Ladies, the day we have so anxiously been awaiting has arrived.  H&M has officially launched e-commerce in the United States, so that you can now order online!  To celebrate this exciting news, they are hosting a contest called 50 States of Fashion.  I'm tickled to be the official ambassador for Arkansas!  The rules are so simple.  Post a photo on Instagram that shows off your personal style and include the hashtag for your state.  For the Arkansans out there, use #HMShopOnlineAR.  This enters you for a chance to win an H&M gift card and a trip to New York!  Please see the full rules here.  I hope you enjoy this cool contest!  Let's show the world how fashionable Arkansas can be!  

knit sweater, ℅ h&m {only $49}//  black floppy brimmed hat, ℅ h&m {$25} // earrings with earcuffs, ℅ h&m // waxed black short, j brand via lola boutique //  vintage bangles + rings, via mae's //  black 'timeteller' watch, nixon // photo credit, keely yount // hair, taylor sutton of dead swanky // makeup, bo senesomxay        

yours truly--