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 ...
Versatile Summer Essentials With A Twist
This Week’s Favorite Finds: The Travel Edit
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 ...
Packing Guide for A Quick Get Away
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 ...
Shopping Vintage
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. ...
A Spring Trip to New York
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 ...
Black Beauties
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 ...
2017 Best of Travel Posts
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 ...
A Few Current Favorites
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 ...
Fresh Ways to Style Denim
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 ...
Three New Design Books I’m Adding to My Collection
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, ...
A Great Ivory Sweater
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 ...
My Simple Day to Night Strategy
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 ...
The Brock Collection Wright Jean
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 ...
Anticipating Sweater Weather
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. ...
Fall Denim: The Zara Vintage Straight Jean
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 ...
This Month…Fall’s First Look
My fall mood board.
My Four Sun Protection Essentials
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 ...
A Visit to Calistoga Pottery
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 ...
Easy Summer Style
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 Go-To Everything Bag
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 ...
Pretty And Pale
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 ...
It’s The Little Details That Keep Classic Pieces Fresh
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 Current Favorites
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 ...
Building a Packing List Around Updated Separates
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 ...
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