I’m not known for my patience. So today, since it wasn’t 100,000 degrees, I decided to flex my fall 2010 muscle.
As you can see from my last several posts, I’m in a black phase again. Enough with the summer whites and brights. I’m over it. And suddenly, I’m really feeling the red lips and nails. That’s a rarity for me. But it’s famous with leopard, black, and gold…think I’ve found my newest uniform.
*WVW=What V Wore
Juicy Couture sunnies, Witchery vest, cheap leopard tube top, BCBG leggings (fall 2010 collection), Tory Burch cuff, Wittner shoes.
On lips: Maybelline Color Sensational Lipcolor in Are You Red-dy (seriously the best red lippie I’ve EVER used).
On nails: OPI Big Apple Red.




















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WOW! You are a total knockout in this look!!
Like a fearless fashion vixen!!
Watch out fall!!!
xooxo
The Beckerman Girls
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thanks ladies! And thanks for dropping by!
Classic and always perfection. Black, red, leopard — you can’t go wrong. I think I’m definitely going for more red lips and nails this fall. Not that I haven’t been loving my lavender, turquoise, and yellow toes.
Your pumps are so awesome.
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Lyddie, thank you! I’ve been loving my summer polishes as well, but by the end of each season, I’m totally ready to move on to the next one.
Hooray for Fall!! I’m so over Summer as well. Luckily for me there’s already quite the chill in the air where I am and I even considered starting my car early this morning to warm it up! I’m loving the new uniform. Your vest is such an amazing piece and the red lip is hot. Wow can you work those shades!! I would say that your Fall 2010 muscles are already jacked and ready to take on the season. xx
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Ha…thank you Brooke! That vest…y’all are going to get tired of seeing it. I wear it all. The. Time!
@tanvii
August 24, 2010
Oh! Loving the look. Can’t wait for fall. Your legs look amazing in the pictures, by the way

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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thanks, hon!
Wowza-what a great look for fall. Loving the killer heels from the previous post as well
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thanks, Ms. March! Those heels are totally crazy, but I love them.
Great outfit! I want to invest in some leopard print for the season, but I have yet to find any pieces that I like. I’m definitely feeling the red lips. I think I might invest in some of my own. & your shoes are very similar to my Dolce Vita clogs! Very nice <3
Melanie
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Oh yeah, thanks for stopping by my blog again, by the way!

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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thanks Melanie…red lips and fingertips are an easy way to give any outfit a little drama. Go for it!
And thanks for stopping by here again too.
You look absolutely fantastic!!! Love the outfit……and definitely the shoes and scarlet red lips!!!
CMon Fall!!!!
@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thank you Collette! You’re too kind!
I second that…come on fall!
Stunning!
That gilet is amazing, Love it with the leopard & red
Patience is not a quality I posess either…only I’m waiting spring to hurry up!
@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
J, I know you’re feeling the same end-of-season itch over there!
Thanks, sugar. Mwah!
Ok I am loving that fur vest! I have my eye on a couple but I need to make a decision ASAP. It is still really hot here though!
XX
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Angela, thank you. Doesn’t matter if it’s hot…grab a vest before they go! You know eventually it’s going to cool down. I’m telling you, you’ll wear it to death.
Loving that mongolian lamb with the leopard!
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thanks sugar…it’s a new combo for me and I have to agree that I’m loving it too!
@abritgreek
August 25, 2010
You foxy lady!!! I love that you’re vamping it up in a gazillion degrees!
SMOKIN’ HOT!
Hoorah for internet connection in the middle of nowhere…
x.o.x.o
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Sweetie…thank you for popping by, and of course, for your sweet words. I’ve been worried about you. Yes, hooray for a connection in the middle of no where!
There has been a spate of bloggeristas going through a difficult time—I feel so bad. I hope that things are feeling a little better for you.
xoxo
You look gorgeous. I love red and leopard print for fall!
XO Piper
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thank you Piper! It’s fun…kind of wild. Not one I’ve done before!
@canelahada
August 25, 2010
You would look beautiful in anything. Love the outfit and the magic photos, who takes them???
I have just arrived from Berlin, My heart torn between leaving my daughter behind and facing up to normal day life at home still 39ºc.
I will be posting as soon as I can find my brain…
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thank you Sacramento!
I’m the magician. I take my own photos using a tripod mounted camera and a timer. I also do all the photo editing.
Ugh. 39ºC. I feel your pain and the brain drain! I hope you have air con, love.
Great photos. You look so ultra cool. Hope you’ve been enjoying the week.
@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Keith, I appreciate that! I hope you get some good news very soon. Thinking positive thoughts!
You look fab! LOVE the heels.
Xx
@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
CC, thank you so much! And thanks for stopping by!
Yesterday I was complaining about how it’s still so hot here (in South Carolina) and how I’m sick of hearing about fall. WELL today it is only 73 degrees and I am loving this post since it feels like fall outside.
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Courtney, it has been HOT in the south. But the temps are starting to mellow a bit after next week! Yay!
Thanks for your comment!
@leia12
August 25, 2010
Red lips + leopard print + fierce attitude = perfect combination for fall

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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Ha! Thank you Leia. You’re right too. It does make me feel a little fierce. Guess it’s the leopard print!
@122 W. Manheim Street Apt. 8
August 25, 2010
I’m so ready for Fall as well, chunky sweaters, cozy boots, can’t wait. Love the red lip and think i’ll be trying it out for Fall as well.
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Me too!!! Fall clothes are my faves…they’re so rich in texture and color. And you know you look fantastic in a red lippie! Go for it!
Thanks for leaving me a little note!
Can go wrong with black and gold!
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Can’t! I obviously CAN’T type.
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
HAAA! You’re right. You can’t go wrong with black and gold!
@AnikaByAnika
August 25, 2010
oooo love this look on you! you are stunning, and seriously well dressed! <3 <3 <3
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Anika, you are so kind…thank you, sugar!
Gorgeous looook! xx
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thank you Avital!
Wow. Your fall muscle is really well toned. Have you been working it out in secret these last few months?
Also, I’m not nearly cool enough to rock a vest like that, so I’m living vicariously through you, today. And those shoes are so very, very wicked.
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
HA! A-Dubs, you kill me. Thank you.
I suppose I have been flexing my brain, absorbing all those yummy fall images that have been floating around for the last month. I say BRING IT!!!
I love your vest! And, I’m so excited that summer is almost over – it’s time for a change of wardrobe
great blog, I’ll def be back.
xo,
Gracie
http://theflipsideofoz.blogspot.com/
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Hi Gracie, welcome to G&G!
Thank you for leaving such a nice comment. I hope you will be back! I’m also excited about the change of wardrobe. Dragged my fall stuff out the other day…I always forget what I have so it’s almost like getting new clothes!
Yay! You are rockin that cuff bracelet I like so much!
I can’t wait for the Fall either! I’m rocking purple as we speak!
I don’t have to tell you how fab you’re outfit is because I’ll always be repeating myself! LOL
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
MJ, that bracelet is my new fave. You’ll probably get tired of seeing it on me! Thanks, doll.
Purple…mmm…love it. Reminds me of my purple boots that are waiting to be unleashed on the world!
@WellAppCatwalk
August 25, 2010
Damn, girl! That’s pretty much all I’ve got to say.
xo Marissa
(The Well-Appointed Catwalk)
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
HAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!
Thank you…I think!
LOVE this outfit!! That vest is amazing, I want it! haha. SarahD:)
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thank you Sarah! Good thing there are all kinds of furry vest options this year. I’m sure you’ll find one you love!
@kristyelena
August 25, 2010
first of all, i’ve miiiissssed you!!!!
second of all, i am so not ready for summer to be over and sincerely wish it was about a month longer. however, i do love this fall look you’ve put together. it makes me feel excited for fall instead of dreading the end of summer. and that’s good. =)
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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Ela, mori! I missed you too! Heaps! With all the traveling you’ve been doing, it’s no wonder why you don’t want summer to end.
Thank you for your kind words. We all have our thing, right?! Some of us are summer girls, others of us are reptilian!
So, so glam! I love the furry vest, I just tried one on last weekend. Mr. Deer laughed.

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@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thank you Shari! Boo to Mr. Deer. You might have to make an executive decision.
My hubby actually escorted me back to buy a second fury vest (in grey) after I got the black and fell in love. Thankfully, he digs my style, and I dare say, the more outrageous, the better he likes it.
HI V,
Your vest is one of my favorite things in your closet. I understand your impatience with Fall. I was planning on wearing boots this Friday regardless of the weather, heat stroke be damned!
B
@gritandglamour
August 25, 2010
Thanks B…with you on the boots. All the white stuff is packed away for fall. Almost done with the seasonal closet swap. As soon as the calendar strikes September, the boots come out!
Cool outfit!
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Thanks, T, and welcome!
@metsyc
August 26, 2010
Wow… ok now I want Fall to get here quick! The outfit is fab and love the mirror photo (genius!). You look so cool that… you should try a shot where you are shielding your eyes from papparazzi!

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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
HAAAA! Thank you. You’re funny. Ain’t no paparazzi round here. Just some crazy chick who is always taking pictures of herself!
You look fab – love the leopard print. I’ve been searching for the perfect red lippie for the past 20 years! Paloma Picasso brought one out years ago that I quite liked. Thanks for the tip though – am going to check out your recommendation after work. xx
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Thanks Sarah, do let me know if you like it. I swear it really is the best…doesn’t feather or flake, and it’s the perfect shade of red.
Would look awesome with that little fur vest/shorts ensemble in your latest post!
love love love this outfit!
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thank you for passing by and leaving your sweet comment! see you soon on my blog (i hope you will come back
xoxo from rome
K.
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Thank you Karolina!
Mademoiselle V! you look fab and nothing like the poodle-killer that featured in my post! See, the Karen Millen shoulder dog was actually not even coordinated with the rest of the outfit. Plus it created the illusion that there was a hairy ball stuck on her shoulders and neck. Your vest is cool and not frizzy. And the rest of your outfit kicks ass.
Love the red lips and toes too!x
@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
HAAA! Thanks, sugar! So glad to know I’m not a frizz ball, however, I’m sure someone thinks I look stupid. But I really do not care!
@fashionjazz
August 26, 2010
LOVE your outfit from head to toe hun!!!! Fabulous! : ) xxx
@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Jasna, thank you sweetie! Thanks for popping by.
I am totally the same, I’ve started my Autumn look already, it’s horrible and rainy here anyway so might as well.
You look fantastic by the way and thanks for stopping by my blog xxx
@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Hi Victoria, thank you! I think so many of us are totally excited about fall this year. I say bring it on!
Love your vest and cuff. And congratulations on your husband receiving his visa – what a relief. I can only imagine. Have a great day V.

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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
SL, thank you so very much! I think I’m too in love with that cuff at the moment.
And thanks about the visa…you have NO idea what a huge stress that has been. Moving on, though, it’s all good!
@diyraven
August 26, 2010
Oooooo. Don’t hurt em now! *rwar*
AND I finally answered your questions! It’s been so long, I figure you don’t even recall what I’m talking about, haha.
xo,
raven
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
HA! Thanks for answering sweetie…I’ve been by!
Rockin look your workin girl! I love your red lips!
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
LaToya, hey honey! Thanks for that!
@stilettostetico
August 26, 2010
Mmh AND I especially vote FOR these strategic twists of RED next to your lips, your nails and your toes, as much autumnal hints of “bloody GLAM” !!!
à Bientôt, Antoine
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Antoine, I think it’s the French girl in me, the red lips and nails. Merci!
@BonBonRoseGirls
August 26, 2010
Fur and dramatic lips…I wonder if I could work that look as fabulously as you do?
@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
I’m so positive you could! Thank you Kirstin!
Thank you so much for your comments!! I hope the shop goes well too!
XOXO
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
No problem, Angela!
You are looking hot V! I love all of it but the vest is getting me really jazzed for fall. xo Mish
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Mish, you’re a dear. Thank you! Yay for fall!
Love the whole ensemble… two enthusiastic thumbs up
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Thank you Hannah! I appreciate that.
@FashionNextDoor
August 26, 2010
That vest is TO DIE FOR! love it! and I’m loving the lepoard + black + red. Seriously, I almost wore that same combo today, and I promise I hadn’t seen this post until now… Great minds think alike? hehe
xoxo,
Eboni Ife’
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Great minds DO think alike. ‘Cause I would totally wear your striped maxi and dotted mary janes any day of the week!
Thanks, gorgeous!
ooh… This looks great on you, the red does it… I could never pull off the vest, though
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Thank you Miss ED. I’m sure you could pull it off. It’s all in your mind!
I always love a red and leopard combo, and this one is especially spectacular! I love the red lips!
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Thank you LHdM! I’ve got some reading to catch up in your world. Be over very soon!
Love the vest!
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
Thank you my dear!
whoa…! your hair and that black Witchery vest (love the name!) are very rocker-glam…great textural elements in the whole outfit, in fact. xo
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@gritandglamour
August 27, 2010
S, thank you so much! Witchery is an Aussie brand I fell in love with when I was in Sydney. Mass market, but really cool. Still sweatin’ your incredible shoe collection….wow!
@210 S Desplaines St, #2204
August 27, 2010
HOT! I’ve said it before, muy caliente! I like them leggings. The seams are centered; looks great and adds dimension. Almost looks like jodhpurs. Very cool.
( What if we all wrote the man upstairs, Mother Nature, whomever to get this ball a-rollin’?
Fall can’t get here fast enough. Tis supposed to be really hot again next week.
@gritandglamour
August 28, 2010
Hey you, thanks!
The leggings are fantastic, I have to tell you. They’re thicker than usual, and do have some amazing seaming and a side panel detail that make them look more like super-skinny pants than leggings. I could probably get away with wearing them that way on my skinny days…we shall see.
Yeah, bring on the fall! I think we’re in for another little heatwave next week, then it’s down into the 80s, thank God. So we’re getting there!
i love your vest with the leopard print top! so cool
xx
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@gritandglamour
August 28, 2010
Thank you Stacey! That’s so kind of you!
@lolarocksme
August 28, 2010
Hells yes! This outfit is fabulous, I love it!
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@gritandglamour
August 28, 2010
Ha! Thanks Adrienne. I must admit it’s one of my fave new concoctions too!
OMG love love love the classic bright red with the classic leopard print. And that fur!! OMG yum!
xo M
@gritandglamour
August 30, 2010
Thank you honey!
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