Leather, Leather, Everywhere And Not A Drop To Drink...

My fellow blogger (of Savoir-Flair) and I are in love. In love with leather shorts. Although attempted, we have been unable to fully convince others as to how important it is to have a pair of rocking leather shorts in your closet. A few have claimed that they "understood our need" but for the most part, the understanding of our love has been "brutally rebuffed" (to quote the ultra fab Cher Horowitz). So, let's try to make you understand....

Yes, the shorts are ultra pricey. But here's the thing. You aren't having to pay for the full leather pant, just the shorts. And yes, even though they are just shorts, they are still going to put a dent in your wallet, ranging in price from $400 (Alice + Olivia) to $1100 (The Row) and on up. I get it...this isn't convincing you in the least. The thing is, these shorts aren't just shorts, and they are worth every penny. They must be thought of as an investment, like a leather jacket...or a car. Ok, I guess that is a little extreme...but seriously a pair of leather shorts must be thought of as a fabulous yet essential staple with ample show-stopping abilities. They go with everything. Right now, it is ALL ABOUT THE LEATHER. Leather jackets, leather skirts, leather shorts, leather trim on cardigans (thank you Phillip Lim). Leather is everywhere! Leather shorts are great now with a casual tee and funky heels, and will easily carry on into the fall with tights and booties. Think last season's jean shorts and tights, amped up rocker style! And if my fashion forecast proves to be accurate, you will be seeing them on the runways this September for the upcoming spring collections. Therefore, the price and style is justified.
Helmut Lang Cracked Leather Shorts, available at Beanie + Cecil of Wilmington

After a long discussion with my dear (and super stylish) friend Lindsey, we convinced each other, rather easily I might add, that leather shorts were quite frankly a necessity. We searched, and ultimately found two different pairs, that perfectly fit in with each other's taste and style. 3.1 Phillip Lim's Pleated Leather shorts were shortly added to Lindsey's closet...which were nearly identical to a photo she had found online of "the absolute most perfect outfit for (her)." And of course they looked amazing! There were a few pairs that caught my eye, but ultimately the Helmut Lang Cracked Leather Shorts stole my heart....and my money. Slightly oversized and slouchy, and most importantly they go with EVERYTHING. One would think that being in this North Carolina heat, one would not dare to add an extra layer of skin (pun intended), however the shorts are surprisingly more cool than even I had imagined. Lindsey was right....if we can wear black jean leggings in this hot and humid weather, why not a pair of leather shorts? SOLD.

These Boots Are Made For Walking...

So seriously I haven’t written on Golden Zipper since May….well I guess with all the “changes” that I have been going through…it kinda makes sense that I have not had much time for blogging. No worries, nothing too crazy. All changes for the positive. Since I got engaged last June (we’re talking 2009) things have been a little nuts to say the least. We planned the whole “big wedding shindig” and after months of planning I decided, “what the hell….this so SO not me.” Marriage is supposed to be just about the commitment that I am making to the love of my life, not about what color monogrammed napkins I would like to have at the bar. So, fiancé and I decided to elope. In August we are heading to Italy to be married in Florence. So much more me, more exciting, more spontaneous, and slightly out of my comfort zone, which of course makes it all the more fantastic. And just to add a little more spice to the pot…we’re relocating….and if you know me at all….you can probably guess where. Yes, I am heading back to my homeland…back to NYC. The greatest city in the world, the place where I feel alive, “the concrete jungle where dreams are made of”…yep I said it. So with all these changes, you can understand how blogging has fallen by the wayside. But baby, I’m back….So, make plans to be reading about my plans, my adventures, and of course the greatest and latest fashion trends. So buckle your motorcycle booties and get ready to ride!

Rag & Bone Motorcycle Booties, available this fall

Speaking of motorcycle booties….let’s chat. I mean seriously, the moto look is beyond in this fall. Everyone from Rag & Bone to Miu Miu are preparing for the motorcycle bootie craze. Something to spice up the plain flat black bootie from last fall…add that Harley-inspired hardware and you are ready to roll. Again, it’s all about the hard and the soft. Mixing the two. You can pair a feminine floral dress with tights and a pair of motorcycle booties and immediately turn the heads of the fashionably-inclined. It’s all about the contrast, unless you are heading straight into the ultra-hot menswear inspired trend, which seriously, I love….but that is a whole other post. For us 5-inch stiletto loving fools, rocking this often flat, clunky, hard motorcycle booties may feel a little unnatural, but what doesn’t kill us makes us stronger…..or at least we will look tougher!