Shades of Fall

We all know that oxblood is making a big appearance this season but what about the other shades perfect for the cooler weather? Shades of brown can be a perfect addition to any outfit and add a little bit of chic-ness to whatever you're wearing.

Get the Look:

Dunhill Cashmere scarf

Kaufman Franco fitted dress

Fendi Peekaboo medium bag

Alejandro Ingelmo Sophia heel

House of Lavande Vintage Victorian Intaglio Ring

Fendi Bordeaux silk scarf

NARS nail varnish

J.Crew metallic trim ballet flats

House of Lavande Vintage 1950's Schreiner Earrings

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Food for Life: Spinach Frittata

We've all been on a health binge lately here at House of Lavande and how much more healthy can you get than a Spinach Frittata with caramelized onions, eggs and tomatoes? With the weather being hot one day and cold the next in Palm Beach, we decided that this is the perfect meal; its appearance makes it feel like a summer dish while its comfort and temperature make it a fall dish. Enjoy!

WHAT YOU NEED:

[Makes: 2 servings]

1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced

olive oil

salt

1 garlic clove, minced

2 to 3 cups baby spinach

1/2 cup small white beans

4 large eggs

A splash of buttermilk

freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup curly parsley, chopped

1 tomato, sliced

1/4 cup roasted pepitas

DIRECTIONS:

1. Peel and half a large sweet onion. Cut across the grain into thin slices. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. When oil is shimmering, add onions and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low or low (depending on burner strength), and sprinkle onions with a little salt. Continue cooking, allowing onions to slightly stick to the bottom of the pan between each stir, for 20 to 30 more minutes (or up to an hour) until onions are browned and caramelized.

2. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400 dgF. Crack 4 large eggs into a bowl and whisk with a splash or two of buttermilk. Stir in about a 1/4 cup chopped curly parsley, and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

3. Wash 2 to 3 cups baby spinach and mince 1 garlic clove. Heat a few tablespoons olive oil in a medium cast iron or ovenproof skillet over medium. Add garlic and cook, stirring frequently until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add spinach and cook until nearly wilted. I had some baby white beans in the fridge so I added about 1/2 cup of those to the sauteing spinach as well.

4. Pour the eggs over the spinach and beans and top with tomato slices. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes and before the eggs are fully set, top with caramelized onions and roasted pepitas. Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for another 5 minutes until eggs are cooked through and top is slightly browned. 

Recipe from here

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It's The Cocktail Hour: Halloween Spirits

This weekend many of us will be celebrating Halloween, and what better way to ring in the funnest of the fall holidays, than with a fun, spooky, delicious cocktail?! 

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The List: Fall Favorites

Have to have something on our List?

1. Helmut Lang leather pants  2. Charlotte and Lisa hooded scarf  3. Elie Saab strappy leather sandal

4. Anya Hindmarch Midnight Huxley woven clutch 5. Rag & Bone Samantha light grey jacket

6. House of Lavande Vintage 1950's Mexican silver necklace

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Transition from Summer to Fall

With the end of Summer and Labor Day sneaking up on us, this week we're teaming up with Taigan to bring you our favorite picks ranging from style to food to travel. This House of Lavande Vintage 1980's Yves Saint Laurent necklace is a great addition to any wardrobe and can easily be transitioned from Summer to Fall. Follow these simple tips to make the transition.

-- For the end of summer, a great structured white dress with some killer heels is perfect. The gold necklace will stand out against the white making everyone's attention turn to you.. in a good way. 

-- Wear some funky sunglasses to add a unexpected twist to your outfit, like these John Lennon style glasses from Elizabeth & James.

-- For the fall, choose a neutral palette so the gold ties in easily. Browns and blacks are a good place to start if you aren't sure.

-- Add this necklace to a boat-neck styled sweater to add some dimension. A great pair of boots and some black skinny jeans will complete your outfit.

-- Since this necklace is structured, try picking a structured handbag to go along side it. 

House of Lavande Vintage 1980's YSL Necklace, found at House of Lavande

Summer Pieces, all found at Taigan:

Tweed and Leather Shift Dress, Ammara 'Madison'

Sandals, Stuart Weitzman

Sunglasses, Elizabeth & James

Fall Pieces, all found at Taigan:

Sweater, Vince

Boots, Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent

Handbag, Proenza Schouler

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Fall 2012: Ready To Wear

Fashion week has come to an end, but the excitement of the collections that are gracing us this fall is still buzzing. A few of our favorites from the week were Elizabeth and James, Marchesa, Michael Kors, Calvin Klein and Alice and Olivia. Keep your eyes out during the Oscars next week for some of the beautiful gowns that were seen on the runways this week as well!

    Elizabeth and James

    Marchesa

    Michael Kors

    Calvin Klein

    Alice + Olivia

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Fall Fever

The fall months are in full swing, and although we may not know it here in Palm Beach, temperatures are dropping! It's time to cozy up with friends and family and fall hues, comfy sweaters and stylish fall toned accessories are the perfect addition to holiday gatherings these next few weeks. Check out the HOL jewels topped off with a few must have pieces from a few of our favorite designers!

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Come November

Fall editorial press is still rolling out, and House of Lavande is gracing the pages of many of our favorite magazines here and abroad! 

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Takin' It To The Streets: Fall Fashion

Seeing some of our favorite trends in action through great street style is one of the most exciting things in the fashion world. Elle has put together a fantastic list of trends and ladies who have executed them flawlessly. Of course being totally jewelry obsessed, we have added in our own suggestions of House of Lavande jewels to compliment a few of the looks!

Hats: Opt for a structured, masculine style and compliment with a girly braid.

Print on Print: Keep the accessories simple, yet interesting. A dangle in a basic brown could add just enough.

Printed maxi dress from spring: Add a blazer for a fall touch (and to stay warm)! A gold collar necklace is a simple addition and can be worn with almost anything.

            

 Leather: You can never go wrong with a great leather jacket. We love this quilted version paired with a great statement necklace.

Blazer: A navy schoolboy blazer adds a playful, yet put together touch to a spring mini. Add a statement ring when a necklace and bracelet may not work. (We love the high heel loafers here as well!)    

           

High Waist Shorts: Elevate your daytime shorts look with a dressier version high on the waist. A graphic wrap bracelet makes for a simple, yet bold addition.

Jeans: Skinny, and in bright colors. One of the simplest fall trends to create a look around! A small addition of a black and gold earring won't compete with other accessories.

         

     

Skirts: For those extra cold days, add a pair of tights under a ruffled mini. A silver art deco necklace is a great compliment to grey as well.

          

Leopard: Not just for accessories, but these shoes were too great not to add. Be bold with animal print in any form this season!

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Fall Hair

Courtesy of the fabulous folks over at Allure, here are 10 Fall hairstyle ideas taken from the hottest runways that are easy, and fun to try this fall season! 

The Loose braid: As seen on Lanvin and Pucci Runways. Use a texturizing cream before roughly blowing dry and begin the braid at the nape of the neck, leaving the front pieces loose. 

The Low Pony: Ralph Lauren, Prada, Balmain. Spray a light hold hairspray onto straightened hair. Pull hair back to the nape of the neck, and spritz with a glossing spray for added shine. 

 Glam Waves: Oscar De La Renta, Marc by Marc Jacobs. After blow drying your hair, sleek and straight, tuck the two front pieces behind the ear, securing with bobby pins. Then Using a curling iron, curl the ends of the hair from the nape of the neck down. Spray all over with hairspray.

The loose bun: Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana.  This is one of our favorites! For the look above create a low side part, and mist with hairspray. Pull hair into a low side pony below the ear, and tease. Then braid the last two inches of the ponytail and tie with a hairband. Then roll the entire thing into a ball and secure loosely using bobby pins.

Half Up: Nina Ricci, Miu Miu, Giambattista Valli. Apply a blow dry serum to the bottom half of your hair, and a volumizing mousse to the crown before blow drying. Curl your entire head, part down the center and tease at the roots. Pull one inch sections back from above the ear and secure loosely. 

Rumpled Texture: Marni, Balmain, Chloe. The simplest hairstyle of the season, and easily compared to Kate Moss' signature look, this is one for the days when there is limited hairstyling time. Spritz the crown of your head with water, and mess the top with your hands. Create a center part and pull back at the name of the neck.

Hair Accessories: Chanel, Valentino, Rodarte, Prada, Nina Ricci. Add a bit of flair with embellished headbands, scarves, simple plain headbands, or even barrettes.

Pop of Color: Parabal Gurung, Jason Wu, Haider Ackerman. If you aren't ready to make the leap into officially dying your own locks, you can opt for brightly colored extentions, like the ones seen here on the Parabal Gurung runway.

Intentional Frizz: Gucci. Dig out that crimper! (We know you still have one) After sleeking back the top portion of the hair, and securing in a tight , low pony; crimp the ponytail and backcomb.

Deep Side Part: Blow dry hair to a sleek finish, and part deeply on the side, bringing the hair over the forehead and one eyebrow. You can gather loosely at the nape of the neck into a pony tial, or a loose bun. Tweet