desire + acquire

desire: trench // bracelet // pashli bag // shoes
acquire: coat // necklace // earrings // scarf // top // clutch // shoes


Last week Pantone announced the 2013 Color of the Year is Emerald, which I am very excited about {especially after Tangerine Tango bleh}. Obviously it would be pretty easy to find some seriously gorgeous items to bring a little emerald into my wardrobe, ya know if I had an unlimited budget. I think it's clear that is not the case, so I've tracked down some of the cutest & wizard of oz-iest emerald green pieces I could find.

Just for a little perspective here's the total purchase price for each side of the board:

Desire - $36,819 {nope, not a typo}
Acquire - $361 {for all of it!}

How 'bout them apples?

Now head out & scoop up some emerald!

desire + acquire

{one, two, three, four & five}

I absolutely loved this look when I saw Kate at London Fashion Week. It's quirky & classic at the same time. Unfortunately, Kate's outfit is comprised of mostly Burberry and other high end {read: $$$$} pieces. The options above create a similar look for a fraction of the cost. The sweater is my favorite and you cannot beat the price point. Not feeling the owl? It also comes in fox & sheep. Also here's another great option for the skirt and it's even cheaper at only $39!

Don't forget to check the chic curator facebook page for discount codes & save even more on this outfit.