From the archives. Originally published in 2018. After my post on packing essentials for a road trip through the Southwest, readers asked for details about some of the specific pieces I wore in my Instagram pics. ...
Join the upcoming April group fast.
Familiar pieces on repeat.
Three updated basics I added to my closet.
A lightweight trench gets added to the mix
From the archives. Originally published in 2018. Nashville had been on my list of places to visit for a long time, so when I had the opportunity to spend a few days there in the ...
A small tweak with a big impact.
Thoughts for the new year.
These are welcome any time of the year.
A few of my favorite things to gift.
Odds and ends to beautify the workspace.
Stay at home in comfort and style.
Gifts that won't disappoint.
A Thanksgiving weekend unplugged meant ignoring all of the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. So now, I’m catching up and officially starting my holiday shopping. Like previous years, I’ve put together guides to inspire ...
Picking up a few boxes now!
Casual pieces for running around.
Lug sole boots and leather jackets are wardrobe musts.
Classic items to wear now and forever.
This week I'm styling a different look each day with the same pair of jeans.
Pairing a classic peacoat with new season pieces.
Remember these?
A favorite to wear with everything.
A road trip sounds good.
Another great find from MyTheresa.
Ready for summer with a few new pieces from Serena & Lily.
Shopping for keepers.
Hand-delivered flowers would be especially appreciated this year.
I'm ready for something fresh!
I'm ordering my next kit now with $50 off.
These pieces will stand the test of time.
Navigating blog posts in today's uncertain climate.
My hunker down at home outfit on repeat.
Things that are helping me keep anxiety at bay.
Adjusting to the extended hours and days at home from self-isolation.
I'm doing it quarterly as part of my maintenance plan.
More transitional picks from MyTheresa.com
More transitional picks from MyTheresa.
I'll start with a cozy, pale jacket.
Another winner from Gucci.
I'm setting aside five days in January for another round of ProLon.
The sales are way too tempting.
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!
Also known as a few of my favorite things...
I'll gift my personal favorites that make travel comfortable and packing effortless.
I'm answering your questions...
ProLon FMD has been a gamechanger for me.
What I want for fall.
These styles are the core of my packing strategy this month.
It's not too early to start planning now.
I shopped the Nordstrom Anniversary sale while relaxing at home.
Capsule collection item three - the black leather jacket.
The second piece in this week's capsule collection.
A collection of classic pieces for creating endless looks.
I’m zeroing in on pieces to add to my existing wardrobe this season and rounded up a handful of the new spring essentials. Each item complements the core classics I already own but make them ...
All the benefits of fasting while consuming food.
The search is officially over. I'm obsessed with Westman Atelier.
My favorite holiday of the year.
A little goes a long way.
A few weeks ago, a couple of friends and I had breakfast at Jean-Georges Beverly Hills. The restaurant and The Rooftop by JG (great views of LA) are part of the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills Hotel. ...
Even though I tend to favor classic pieces in my wardrobe, I like when they have some sort of tweak to make them unique and fresh. The pieces above are nothing revolutionary, but on second ...
Over years of traveling, I’ve got packing down to a science. With so many travel-friendly items constantly being introduced, I think it just keeps getting easier. I’ve learned what works and will always find a ...
I ran this post in April on La Dolce Vita and with the holiday weekend coming up, thought it was worth a repeat. I have a few trips on the horizon so naturally I’ve got ...
I’ve been a fan of shopping vintage since my early twenties, when I wandered through my first flea market. I was instantly hooked on the process of the hunt for a collected or one-of-a-kind find. ...
Every time I go to NY, I do my best to experience new things. I’ll explore a neighborhood I’m not familiar with, walk streets that don’t necessarily get me from a-to-b the quickest, and leave ...
The Balenciaga Knife pump and Tom Ford velvet handbag demonstrate precisely why I never tire of black. How can I get excited about another black shoe or bag? It’s all in the details and the ...
Some of my most popular posts are about packing and travel, subjects I love to write about. I’m repeating my dining guides from 2017 to Napa, Charleston and New York, and a couple of posts ...
Lately, I’ve been on the go running around in jeans, a sweater and slip-on sneakers, putting no effort into my look. Getting dressed quickly, with comfort and efficiency were the only thoughts I considered. Feeling ...
I think most of us have denim centered wardrobes and it’s easy to get stuck in a rut wearing them the same way over and over. We get comfortable with a formula that works and ...
I always have my eye out for new books from designers and architects, and this fall have three new favorites. Victoria Hagan, Bobby McAlpine, and Gil Schafer, all whose work I’ve greatly admired for years, ...
I have a thing for ivory sweaters and love them especially paired with faded denim. The varied stitching and funnel neck on Burberry’s cashmere Dawson goes on my list of favorites and would highlight those ...
Long gone are the days when I get really dressed for evenings out. But, that doesn’t mean I don’t like to switch up my casual day looks, especially when everything is denim centric. My ...
My denim round-up continues with another keeper, this time from Brock Collection. What do I love about them? The fit is good for me, just high enough on the waistline and slim enough in the ...
It’s not sweater weather yet in SoCal but that’s not preventing me from thinking about some cozy new knits for fall. I’m pretty sure this Jardin des Orangers‘ cashmere sweater would be in steady rotation. ...
As promised, I’m reporting back on the denim round-up I did a couple of weeks ago. There’s been a lot of exchanging and purchasing of new styles since then, but I’ve happily settled on a ...
My fall mood board.
When I’m spending any amount of time outdoors, I rely on four items to protect me from the sun. The term essentials is used often, but it’s absolutely appropriate here. Growing up in southern California, I spent my ...
I’ve been attracted to earthy, organic-looking pottery the last few years, but never really visualized it integrated well in my home. A visit to England last summer changed that and I’ve been obsessed with finding ...
The sales are still going strong and there are lots of great pieces to grab before they’re gone. I think when summer heats up, I’d be happy to have this white dress on hand. It ...
My everyday bag is a tote, but when I need something smaller, I grab this Chanel shoulder bag. It’s my go-to everything bag and I think every well stocked closet should have something like it…versatile ...
SALT. sunglasses, Caravana cover-up, Marysia swimsuit, Eric Javits hat, Beek sandals Kicking off Memorial Day weekend has me thinking about summer and warmer days ahead. I’m loving this super pale palette of beach classics. It’s a ...
I’m forever hunting down classic pieces that feel new without looking trendy. The details, some subtle, others bold, are what make them fresh. A higher waist, longer length, or fuller sleeve are what I’ve got my ...
A few of my current favorite pieces and something new: I’ve fallen in love with the gray pony hair ATP slides I posted on Instagram the other day. They are so comfortable I think I’d ...
As longtime readers know, I’m all about thoughtful packing with the intention of fitting everything in a carry-on. With a couple of trips lined up, I’m sorting out in my mind the things I’ll wear so it ...
There’s so much to love about this Marni top, the eye-catching print and the flattering cut for starters, but it also falls into the winner category for its wearability both casually or polished. No matter how it’s ...
You know when you go to wear a favorite piece in your closet and put it on and it just doesn’t work anymore…a skirt that’s too short, a sweater or tee that’s lost its shape, or ...
Hello again! Thank you for sticking around during my unexpected hiatus. Problems with the site this past month prevented my daily updates to A Note On Style. I’m happy to be back and moving forward doing ...
Source: b/w photo ©Hermes
WHAT TO PACK… I usually gravitate towards black and white with a pop of color for poolside or beachwear, but this season, I have my eye on a softer palette. I still love white as the ...
I don’t hold fast to the rule of a specific season and appropriate days to wear white. Especially when it comes to jeans. I love wearing them year round. They look so good with traditional ...
Once again, the trusty trench coat not only comes in handy with these torrential downpours we’ve had lately, but also offers endless opportunities to look super chic. Tossed on over anything, and instantly I feel pulled ...
A modern approach to dressing for festive gatherings is incorporating pieces that are special enough to stand out but still versatile enough to dress down. I would just as quickly toss on these leopard sandals with a pair ...
For the final outfit in my week of denim series, I thought I’d dress it up a bit. A tailored velvet blazer is high on my shopping list and would be the perfect topper to not only ...
Hiking boots are the boot to have right now and I’m not passing up on the opportunity to nab a pair when there are so many to choose from this season. Personally, I’m into a lug ...
A great piece of the season is the long cardigan. They’ve been around for years but look really good right now. Many designers have figured out the right shape in the right yarn guaranteeing the ...
The denim on denim combo can work with any color accessories, but I like it best with black for a sharp contrast. A pop of color in a tote keeps it interesting. Pairing with ...
One of my favorite color combinations is khaki with grey so this outfit is easy for me. I have a number of pieces in these colors so mixing them up in various ways is right up there ...
Since so much of my wardrobe revolves around denim, I thought I’d do several posts this week on styling the same pair in different ways. This is pretty much how I dress – rotating my favorite ...
Even the slightest dip in temperature has me relishing the idea of sweater weather. The day may start off with a morning chill in the air, worthy of a cozy knit, but I’m well aware ...
Every now and then, when I think I have my closet essentials under control, I take a look and they’re just not right. It’s the tiniest tweaks that add a fresh element and keep the classics ...
A few pieces that caught my eye this week that would add an updated dimension to my wardrobe: A pared back black leather jacket, a fresh white tee shirt with slightly distressed edges, classic straight jeans, velvet mary jane flats, and a ...