The End of an Era

 The beginning of August brought with it the end of summer for me this year. I am returning to school next week, and unfortunately, am therefore ending the regularly scheduled daily posts on this blog. I have loved every minute I have spent on The Champagne & The Stars in the past year, and will certainly continue to post as much as possible, but school takes precedent. My love of fashion, and the blogging community, will never wane though, so you can rest assured that I'll still be around, commenting and posting when I can. Thank you, thank you, for all of your kind words and support. I couldn't have done it without you! See you again, soon. 

Love, Josephine

Céline sunglasses, Twenty8Twelve tank (similar), J. Crew shorts and sandals, Louis Vuitton Speedy.

Sea Monster

I can't believe it's August already! Also, can we talk about how great Joie's silks are? I may have this dress in two different colors. Check out the other one here. Happy Thursday!

Céline sunglasses, Joie dress, Vince sandals, Louis Vuitton Speedy. 

Shopping Break

Before I moved, I took a break from packing to head to Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale. This post is not sponsored by Nordstrom, but after years of shopping there, I would feel terribly not telling you to go check it out. I got two new suits and a few other items and couldn't be happier with them, and the money I saved. Happy shopping!

Céline sunglasses, Free People tank, Marc by Marc Jacobs necklace (similar), J Brand jeans (similar), Vince sandals, Nordstrom Cafe latte.  

Kaleidoscope

I'm all moved in to my apartment in Phoenix, Arizona, and almost entirely unpacked, though shoe storage continues to be a problem. I forgot how hot it is here in the summer, especially during monsoon season, but I'm loving it so far anyways. How was your weekend? I'd love to hear what you did!

Céline sunglasses, Theyskens' Theory t-shirt dress, Prada shoes, Marc Jacobs bag (similar). 

Casual Friday

I've been running around like crazy all week, and still have so much to do. I'm moving to Phoenix next week, and so have been getting my car serviced, packing, buying boxes and more boxes, squeezing in last minute appointments, and generally finalizing all those details necessary for a move. My apartment is slowly being taken over by a growing pile of boxes filled mostly with shoes, clothes, and books, so far, and there's still a lot more where that came from. Packing up the kitchen is the worst part, I think. Everything is so fragile! I'll be taking a break from packing this weekend to celebrate my birthday and say goodbye to my friends on Saturday night, though I'll likely spend most of my actual birthday (on Monday) still packing. Anyone want to help? Have a great weekend!

Céline sunglasses, Wildfox Couture sweatshirt (similar), James Perse skirt, Vince sandals.   

Sun Hands

It's been pretty hot here all week, and no music fits the heat better than the Local Natives' song called "Sun Hands." Check it out, it's perfect. As is the rest of their album. Stay cool, my darling readers. 

Céline sunglasses, Nordstrom dress, Prada sandals, Marc Jacobs bag (similar), Marc by Marc Jacobs necklace (similar). 

Totem Pole

Scenes from Portland during the 4th of July trip, that seems ages ago after a weekend in Miami. It's always a great trip when I get to see Katie.

Céline sunglasses, J. Crew top, Vince pants, Prada sandals, Marc by Marc Jacobs necklace (similar), Alexander McQueen bracelet (similar), Marc Jacobs bag (similar). 

Best Car

This was the best car in the parking lot at the Timberline Lodge. Clearly, it warranted a photo shoot of its own. 

Flea market hat, Céline sunglasses, J. Crew sweatshirt, BCBG dress, Alexander Wang booties, Marc by Marc Jacobs necklace (similar), Marc Jacobs bag (similar). 

July, July

 I always have to listen to The Decemberists' Castaways and Cutouts album when July rolls arounds, partially for this song. Do you have any summer favorites in terms of music? 

Cutoffs and oversized tanks are perfect for the muggy days we keep having in Denver. This particular day also produced a spectacular lightening storm, followed by a torrential downpour. Luckily, I was inside for most of the downpour, but the lightening before was worth getting a bit wet for. Thunderstorms are my favorite in the summer.  

Céline sunglasses, T by Alexander Wang tank, J Brand cutoffs (similar), Steve Madden shoes (similar), Marc by Marc Jacobs necklace (similar) and bag.