Inspiration - Zanna Roberts Rassi

Zanna Roberts Rassi is the Senior Fashion Editor for Marie Claire USA. She is also a television host and stylist. I lover her chic and effortless style. It's a trait that many of us American ladies try to emulate and it's something that European ladies seem to be born with. I love Zanna's mix of high end items with denim and t-shirts. She also has a great way of combining tough items like leather with soft items like silk and chiffon.

She even has amazing and stylish friends (l to r: Taylor Tomasi Hill, Zanna, Joanna Hillman).

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Inspiration - Taylor Tomasi Hill

Taylor Tomasi Hill (former editor of Marie Claire and currently exec at Moda Operandi) has been lauded as a street style darling.  The thing I love most about her style is the ease with which she mixes tough pieces with girlie pieces. Her style seems effortless yet chic.  Of course she has access to all of the top designers and latest fashion. However, it's the clothes and accessories that she chooses to pair together that inspire me.  Here are a few of my favorite looks.

Print skirt with a biker jacket and Chanel bag

This makes me want a bright yellow skirt

Bondage shoes and jewelry with a tuxedo jacket

Shearling boots and jacket with classic skirt

So basic yet chic. It's all about the accessories!