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Loving Linen…Gently

Day 2: Linen.  Linen has a life of its own and can drape wonderfully if it is of high quality.  It is one of the coolest fibers to wear for the summer climate…and we need that in DC! Linen can be treated as a hardwearing fiber, but it can stretch or lose shape if not cared for properly. The fiber washes and wears well as long as it’s ironed at high temperatures.  Avoid overloading the machine because it has a tendency

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Cole, Rood & Haan’s Archival Collection Debuts

Since the buzz started about six months ago, fashion folks have been waiting to get their ‘fix’ with the new collection by Cole Haan called Cole, Rood & Haan — after the three gentleman who started the company back in the 1920s.  Part of the line features men’s shoes that have a vintage and gently worn feel but, come from high quality Italian leather and suede.  Here’s a peek at a few that I love: Glad Rags, $375 Dapper $295

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Dear Blueprint…Need Help! Need Dressy Casual Heels that Work Now & into Fall

Mystery: I have 3 weddings to do across two days so, I need a nice, classy pump or heel that I can wear at an afternoon outdoor wedding, evening wedding, and indoor and slightly dressier wedding; plus one pair is better than three. I can’t spend a ton…as a matter of fact, my budget is $200 and that’s pushing it! Can you help? Solved: Dear “?” the right answer is an open-toe, flesh/neutral-colored or subdued metallic heel (preferably 3-inch minimum).  The height is

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