... Brush Set These fold flat valet trays are a great way to corral jewelry and littles when away (or at home). Square Valet Tray Aerin travel brush Nail...
EVERYTHING NEUTRAL
...on Toteme’s ballet flat is interesting and flattering. Rag & Bones’s oversized knit vest is an easy to wear piece layered or on its own. I also love the exaggerated...
FEBRUARY RUN AROUND STYLE
...them present a new spin on casual, run around style. I like them loose, draped over a sneaker or puddling on a flat. A cropped sweater balances the wide silhouette...
READY TO BOARD
...fresh. A texturizing spray revives my flat, limp hair, and a makeup palette that works overtime for lips and cheeks. I wear an easy on/off shoe like a Chelsea boot....
IT’S STILL SUMMER – THE END OF SEASON PACKING LIST
...of low heeled or flat sandals to wear in the evenings. BAGS: A cross body style that’s not too big, and not too small, preferably understated. I also always pack...
NEUTRALS WITH A LITTLE SOMETHING
...often look uninspired but the asymmetrical cut and pointed toe on Toteme’s ballet flat has a slight edge. Max Mara vest, ‘S Max Mara pea coat, Toteme sweater, Toteme flat...
IN COPENHAGEN
...a bike to go from A to B. La DoubleJ stretch dresses worked well. I wore them with my Birkenstocks or other flat sandals. I always carry a wrap with...
CHURCH’S BOOTS
...pair of flat, lug sole boots, so my attention was tuned in to something polished yet casual with a mid-heel to add height to long jeans. A narrow shaft would...
A SEASONAL GO-TO COMBO
...when it cools off, a chunky turtleneck (very Ali MacGraw/Love Story). A rich, brown boot is the perfect anchor. ABOVE: jeans: Khaite (wearing) and Isabel Marant, ‘S Max Mara jacket...
SIX PIECES FOR SUMMER VACATION
...up, a raffia packable hat, some type of woven straw bag that goes beyond the beach, and a wear with everything flat sandal. The final touch to punctuate the look...
BAGS, BELTS & SHOES
...to the table. The squared toe on Gucci’s horse bit loafer with stitched detailing is a perfect example. And Toteme’s Sharp flat (above) incorporates the Mary Jane, a ballerina and...
WEARING LATELY
...and sweater stone I’m taking this opportunity of extended time at home to tidy up my closet. After organizing my sweaters, I decided this was the perfect time to give...
EASING INTO SPRING
All of these pieces would push me along in transitioning my wardrobe for spring. A perfect no-fuss leather jacket layers year round over knits now and t-shirts later. I love...
This Month…Wear Now, Wear Later
...when it’s too hot for traditional fall clothing. A soft trench, olive-green pants, flat mules and a chain strap bag will be pieces on the top of my fall list...
When in Nashville…
...to try.” Merchants Southern comfort food, cozy leather booths, and the perfect location on Broadway pre-honky tonk bar hopping; I ate at the bustling bar on the bistro-like first floor...
The Key to Carry-On Travel
An Instagram post of my carry-on bag and tote generated lots of interest and questions. I listed all of the items I packed and mentioned how the perfect tote bag...
A Week Of Denim – Day Seven
...be the perfect topper to not only casual jeans but trousers, dresses, etc. I wouldn’t want to clutter it up so a simple camisole makes the perfect underpinning. I don’t...
COZY GIFTS TO GIVE OR GET
...a variety of colors) or an Ugg fleece throw. To wear, a cashmere beanie or cotton lounge set are lovely gifts. Perfect grab and go pieces include a simple fleece...
A Week Of Denim – Day Five
...the right yarn guaranteeing the perfect slouchy fit that doesn’t lose its shape. I like both Acne Studios and Jenni Kayne and see them topping off slip dresses, cropped pants...
THREE LOAFERS HEADED MY WAY
I have three black loafers headed my way. Assuming they’re equally comfortable, I’ll have to decide which are the keepers based on other variables. I like each of them for...
COMMIT TO A CARRY-ON
...usually anchored in black, white and a neutral. I always pack at least three comfortable shoes (which includes a pair of sneakers) for day plus a pair to elevate my...
NOVEMBER NOTES
...list are the Saint Laurent Blade slingback flats. I adore them as a flat! Next up, a minaudière with a delicate chain handle to take out on the town. I...
SPRING TO SUMMER STYLING
I love this simple black dress from Toteme. It’s elegant but fabricated in a heavy linen which reads somewhat casual. I’ll wear it now with loafers and a coat, but...
VARIATIONS ON THE SHIRT DRESS
...a flat sandal or ballets for casual looks or a mid-heel to dress up. A soft raffia bag further brings home the outfit is ready for spring. Khaki dress, black...
Versatile Summer Essentials With A Twist
...nothing revolutionary, but on second look they offer a bit more style than basics would. The Helmut Lang t-shirt, for example, is cut to flatter then given a little edge...
GIFTS FOR LOUNGING
...thinking any and all of the above would make great gifts to update and perfect the art of lounging around. Something new may be enough to make us feel like...
JUST PEACHY
...under black paired with check trousers. This refreshed my memory from an image from the Resort 22 collection (above, bottom left) of a pair of coral trousers. I made a...
NOT YOUR BASIC BLOUSE AND SWEATER
I still haven’t had a chance to track down the perfect white shirt, but I did find this pretty blouse and sweater. Yes, I love having a well-stocked closet full...
BROWN – THE PERFECT SUMMER COLOR
...well into a fall wardrobe too adding a classic note to black, navy and grey. I have my eye on several bags and shoes. There are so many good options...
A Week Of Denim – Day Three
...in various ways is right up there with wearing black. The last few years, I’ve paid attention to voids in my closet and one was tan booties. A desert type...
A Few Essentials I’ll Update
...jeans. I’ll be adding a pair in black, and maybe a color, to round out my denim options. They modernize the simplest looks and are so easy to pair with...
TWP: NAME TO KNOW
TWP has been on my radar lately. I first took note when I spied a perfect shirt dress and beautiful white ruffled top. Those pieces led me down the path...
COAT CLOSET PART II
...pea coat influence on this style from Joseph. immediately caught my eye. It feels sporty yet polished and the weight for California is perfect. Runs big. Joseph quilted coat, Toteme...
SWEATERS WITH JEANS
I’m happily living in loose jeans, sweaters and flats these days. It’s the perfect outfit for lounging around the house or running a quick errand. It’ll be my uniform for...
PARIS HIGHLIGHTS
...of two rooms connected by a living room. The arrangement was perfect for morning coffee, pre-dinner drinks, and a relaxed setting to chat about our day. Large windows opening to...
Fashion Notes in Black and White
Black and white are the anchors for any stylish wardrobe for good reason. Easily transitional from day to night and season to season, they are most often the go-to colors...
This Month…Wardrobe Building
...first glance don’t seem super special, but with subtle details look modern. A clean trench, interesting black pants, a short scarf, white cotton shirt, a reinvented tote and low heeled...
FAVORITE THINGS: PART TWO
...a thought. I toss it on over faded or dark jeans, black pants and slim skirts. The cream and white looks fresh this time of year too. For jewelry, one...
The New Spring Essentials
...after season is a blazer. It is the go-to item I reach for to wear with jeans, dresses and skirts. I have a favorite in black ponte knit which I...
UPDATING MY FAVORITE BASICS
I wanted to update some of the pieces in my wardrobe I reach for over and over. Black pants, sneakers, cream sweaters and a black bag. I think all of...
WHERE TO SPEND IT
...– dressed up or down with flats, sneakers or heels. I picture it over an all black ensemble – likely a knit with trouser combination – or casually draped over...
FALL UNIFORM
...must. Brochu Walker Fringed Cashmere Sweater in black Brochu Walker Vegan Leather Pant in black or brown The Row Ava Mary Jane (they are almost $100 less on Matches vs....
FRIENDS & FAMILY SALES
...list – this ivory or black Rag & Bone jacket would be easy to style and get tons of wear. Top handle bags are on trend (although they’ve always been...
NEWNESS FROM COS
...and top A-Line Denim Midi Skirt Buckled Low Heeled Sandals in black or white Linen Blend Cropped pants and top Leather Trimmed Basket Bag – natural or black A-Line Denim...
STYLE INSPIRATION ABROAD
...black. But, burgundy looked the most fresh to me, especially in bags or shoes. Loose white or ivory jeans with black boots and a slouchy knit looked good too. Jeans...
MUSINGS ON PARIS
...clearly remember admiring the style of an elegantly dressed woman. Crisp white shirt with a black blazer draped over her shoulders, black trousers and a beautiful pump. It sounds so...
THE TRANSITIONAL PALETTE
Some things never change, like my preference for a neutral palette popped with black or white. Even though it’s a year round story for me, as I transition to spring,...
MATCHING UNIFORMS
...split between short pea coats and knee length wool toppers. A black cross body bag unified our looks even further. We had to chuckle at how funny we must have...
A BUNDLE OF GIFT GUIDES
...crystal and gold butterfly bobby pins or a relaxed velvet bow are beautiful splurges for a daughter. Brown Velvet bow (also in black), Chanel No5 Soap Set, Moon and Stars...
AMSTERDAM IS ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA
...top of that shortlist. I’ve become a bit obsessed with a few of their recent collaborations (love my raffia!) including the black leather Valentino’s above. They will be a core...
SHOPPING THE SALES
Somewhere along the way, Black Friday and Cyber Monday merged into a massive sale preceding Thanksgiving day. I should be working on my tabletop and prepping for recipes, but instead...
WARDROBE BUILDING
...regrets later. Acne Studios jacket, Altuzarra dress, Toteme sweater, also in black, Valentino Garavani loafers (also love this clean style from The Row), Gianvito Rossi suede boots, also in black...
CLOSET MAINSTAYS
...pull on the ear lobe. Sneakers and bucket hats are pieces on rotation all the time. I always have several styles on hand for variety. And a tailored black trouser...
I WANT TO PLAN A TRIP
...many of the old adobe buildings that housed boutiques and restaurants around the plaza. (similar items): black jeans, coat, turtleneck, scarf, hiking boots, boots Third Stop: Monument Valley, Utah –...
MY SIX TRAVEL ESSENTIALS
...length looks modern to me now. Mother jeans (in a dark blue wash and black wash too), Hogan sneakers, Rimowa suitcase (also in black or bronze) Loro Piana scarf, Loewe...
SAME JEANS – FALL ESSENTIALS
...roomy tote are additional fall pieces I reach for on a regular basis. I already have both of those items in black and would like to switch up the palette....
A FEW NEW CLOSET ADDITIONS
...black knotted choker from Sophie Buhai adds a modern perspective and is a fresh option to the classic strand. The necklace layers well with other pieces but looks simple and...
SHOES MADE FOR WALKING
...between Hogan sneakers and Birkenstocks (I brought a pair in black and white) while daily covering 25,000 steps on average. Both styles worked with all of my day looks which...
AN EVENING CAPSULE COLLECTION, PART TWO
...de la Renta earrings, Marni bag, Alexandre Vauthier velvet top My go-to for evening looks is anchored in black and white, but I don’t shy away from a good dose...
FRANCE, PRINT MAGAZINES & NEW SLIDES
...content. I’ve been on the lookout for a flat, silver sandal. One to slip on with jeans or a dress as I’m running out the door. The pair above from...
THE NEXT CONTENDERS
...and ease to style. I’ve made it dressier with heels and pearls or super casual with flat sandals and a denim jacket. I’m practicing what I preach and shopping my...
SWIMWEAR ESSENTIALS
...simple pair of pool slides suits my style. Unlike bulky basket bags, the Prada raffia tote bag lies flat which will pack well for upcoming summer travels. hat, shirt, bag,...
TWEAKS TO THE CLASSICS
I could wear these pieces indefinitely. They are so perfectly aligned with my style aesthetic. I love a proper, pulled together look but it must be comfortable and functional…pieces I’d...
EASY SUMMER HAIR & MAKEUP
...excess left on my fingers is dabbed on cheeks and eyelids. I’ll finish with a hint of highlighter to prevent a flat finish and may even dab a little on...
I LIKE STRIPES
...just one of the items prevents the outfit from falling flat. This season, that would be a flared leg jean and a vintage inspired sneaker. Classic pieces, like a navy...
JUNE RECAP
...visualize how seamlessly they would blend in and yet boost my wardrobe. The denim skirt, cardigan, white skirt, and embellished flats (on sale) are up for consideration. Fabulous Flats offered...
SUMMER SOLSTICE 2022
...an ARAKS white suit that had plenty of wear. Flat sandals for day or night were a given. Styles I wore were either barely there or metallic. I kept my...
A SPRING SUIT
...is to keep it casual. I’ll pair with easy flat sandals or sneakers and a luxe bag. A neutral story adds tons of styling options and makes the pieces useful...
SPARKLE AND SHINE
...several and wear them often (good for travel too since they pack flat). For a splurge, Bottega Veneta’s sequin pouch is gorgeous in red, green or gold. But for the...
THE FALL RESET SALE
...fits the bill), a flat clutch for dinners (Hermès is a classic), and a small cardholder (Chanel works for me). They’re all available on Rebag.com right now and selected items...
This Month…Fall’s First Look
...and flat mules. The best part is they’re wearable now without the chance of overheating. For example, Tibi’s plaid trouser is lightweight enough to toss on with sneakers and a...
JUNE BUYS – BASIC BUT FRESH
...shape and lay flat on my stomach. I’d opt for a pair long enough to skim right above the floor too. Relaxed, loose silhouettes are having a moment and I’m...
FIRST FALL BUYS
...of the season. I’ve waffled between two opposite styles – a chunky lug sole and a sleek flat. The Valentino VLogo gets my vote for the lug sole option, followed...
A MODERN CLASSIC
...white bag, I returned to this favorite and don’t know why it took me so long to see the obvious. When one is a perfect fit, why look further? With...
THE LITTLE LUXURIES GIFT LIST
...refined quilted finish, while the lining features the iconic Monogram pattern Its “sock like” inner layer in mesh textile ensures a perfect hold of the feet while offering comfort. Designed...
END OF AUGUST
...– biking, boating, fly fishing and enjoying quality time with good friends. It was a perfect get away to wind down summer. Dries van Noten has been back on my...
2021 FROM A SHOPPING AND STYLE PERSPECTIVE
...I loved most, which made it very easy to identify the items that just take up space. The jackets with the perfect fit, the dresses that make me feel good,...
GREAT SEPARATES
...A Bottega in avocado green is perfect. Side note…this Joseph leather jacket is one of my all time favorites. I love the clean, minimalistic style with no exposed hardware. Currently...
Perfect Pieces for Day or Night
It’s always nice to invest in pieces that will give you bang for your buck. I like these multi-taskers for their ease in taking you from day to night and...
ELEVATE EVERYDAY STYLE
...waist on the Max Mara shirt dress saves the style from predictable status. Ballerina flats get a lift with texture either woven leather, mesh or crochet. Skirts have replaced jeans...
THE FAB FOUR
On first sight, these gorgeous pieces had my attention. The neckline on the Toteme coat is so lovely. It’s actually the perfect type of coat to layer over an outfit...
THE COLOR OF THE SEASON
...staying power. I use both. COS cashmere scarf, socks, beanie or Arch4 sweater, Fifi velvet slipper, Cle de Peau Matte Lipstick, or find your perfect hue with Westman Atelier’s compact...
ONE AND DONE SWEATER
The easiest outfit. One and done with Brochu Walker’s best selling Looker sweater in a crewneck style. Perfect for this time of year to toss on and go. Available in...
GOOD BUYS
...eye. Unsure on the sizing and quality, I visited their store near my home. It’s another winner. Incredibly soft. The sleeves are long – perfect for scrunching. I think the...
THE HUMBLE HERO PIECE
...pair it with a skirt that has textural interest. This white pencil skirt from Vince is perfect and could become another hero piece in my closet. Square toe flats also...
A BOOT, BAG, & BLAZER
...a low heel. The Park Tote from The Row is the epitome of casual, low key chic. I love it in beige but also have my eye on the perfect...
THE PERFECT ANKLE BOOT
A fabulous ankle boot from Saint Laurent that checks all the boxes for me…under 3″ heel, fitted shaft, slim silhouette, squared off toe box. Let’s not forget the delicate petite...
FIVE GREAT ITEMS
...on is a COS Maxi Utility Skirt. It’s perfect. But the COS ATELIER flared silk above is really good too. I love it paired with the matching short sleeve blazer...
THREE FABULOUS PIECES
...most luxury brands. Clean, simple, elegant…really perfect. Actually, I wouldn’t bat an eye if someone told me the navy twisted flannel dress above was from The Row. And speaking of...
Items Worth Considering No.9
A few spring items that are on my mind this week… LOVE this A.P.C. navy cotton-weave coat! The perfect topper for breezy days and a great weight for California. The...
A REALLY GOOD TOP
...that falls at a flattering spot. All are perfect for skirts, trousers, jeans…actually any bottom that fits high on the waist. Alexander McQueen top and denim skirt, Toteme pink skirt,...
JACKETS AND WHITE JEANS – THE PERFECT SPRING PAIRING
I never really give my white jeans a seasonal rest. In the winter, I like the way they look with boots and sweaters and are a refreshing change to my...
COMFORT & JOY
...in a previous post they are not warm enough for cold weather, and that’s absolutely true. Which makes them perfect if you want to achieve the look of a wool...
LAST MINUTE MOTHERS DAY GIFT IDEAS
A beautiful bag, pearl earrings, a new fragrance or a gourmet food product would all be perfect last minute gifts for Mothers Day. I have the beige Bottega Bag and...
MY SAVED FALL FAVORITES
...under the radar cross body perfect for travel. I know the slouchy belt/banana bag is the “it” item and the cross body is a little passé, but I don’t care....
SHADES OF AUTUMN
...look that feels more naturally acquired versus overly styled. The Row silk scarf looks like something you could easily miss, but it’s the perfect finishing touch to so many looks....
Easy Summer Style
...white dress on hand. It is that perfect day-to-night or beach-to-bar dress. And velvet, especially in an offbeat shade, looks really good to me year round. These sandals would transition...
A Visit to Calistoga Pottery
...the polished china with the rustic glazed pottery was striking. I loved the look of the perfect with the imperfect. Sadly, the bowls were unmarked and I was unable to...
FRESHENING UP
...weather-friendly resin which perfectly mimics the look of wicker. Available in two finishes, I selected grey for its aged appearance and to seamlessly blend in with the teak. Introducing wicker...
A Spring Trip to New York
...Quadronno. I got a seat at one of two tables in the window right before the tiny restaurant became jam-packed with afternoon crowds. It was the perfect spot to take...