Every male client I have asks “What are shoe vamps?” And then undoubtedly a quizzical look…. The answer: it’s the piece of material that starts at the toe and covers the top of the foot. A short/low vamp makes the foot look small; and a longer vamp is money…. Now, say ‘thank you‘ to GQ!
What would you expect to find in the designer handbags of Vogue’s fashion & beauty editors?. We got a peek ~ and look what we found! I caught wind of it at a fun blog called Studded Hearts; and they scooped it from Vogue Australia. Now I’m sharing it with you. It’s a harmless, fashion-addicted version of voyeurism ~ if you’ve ever wondered what the big fashion gurus are toting around….. Notice any difference/similarities between the contents of these handbags? Each handbag
Men don’t care about “outfits”. They care about closets that have the right clothes. Here are your spring essentials to build a better wardrobe. Eight items: from head to toe, they are the basics that every man should own.
Do you love denim? How many pairs of jeans do you own? You ever heard of Imogene + Willie? Maybe Matt & Carrie Eddmenson? Ok, what about RRL and Rogan? Here’s your denim education: +Matt and Carrie Eddmenson are a husband-and-wife team + Imogene + Willie is a family business that does denim +RRL and Rogan are denim brands +They’ve taken their skills in-house since 2008 and now do one-of-a-kind and made-to-order denim +I tried on a pair and my
Yes. Tights, stockings and thigh highs are perfect for spring because warm during the day and cooler in the evening means you need to be prepared! So, if you’re like I am, you normally wear black tights with your black clothing — very rarely (read: never) do I have on dark tights and a lighter outfit. And if you’re like I am again then you don’t really like hosiery a lot, so you’re always looking for options ~ Hanes has thigh-highs and
You guessed right if you said….the loafer is the men’s must-have shoe for spring! Not just any loafer ~ it will require a little bit of structure, a longer vamp {we’ll talk more about that later}, and have something interesting about it like contrast piping, chambray material, atypical color, etc. Our favorite — for ALL those reasons is the Ponto {by Mr B’s for Aldo}. Set into spring…lively!
It was 140 years ago that Levi Strauss introduced the 501 jean ~ with its patented riveted pockets. In large part, the jeans have seen very few updates….until now! Levi has updated its 501 formula to create a lighter-weight, shrink-to-fit denim that will be available in multiple neutrals like camel and olive. Will I purchase a pair? Of course, they were one of the first pair of denim I purchased as an adult! Read more about 501 here….
We get the question of how jeans should fit from men all the time: what about relaxed or bootcut? low or medium rise? “I don’t want it too snug…” The answer: a midland rise (between low and medium), fitted in the seat but not overly baggy (they’ll give with time), and check out the fit on your calf, it should have room but not hug. Done!
“There is a back story to every print…” What you need to know exclusively at Kohl’s line was inspired by Derek Lam‘s trip to Rio de Janiero wallet-friendly with most items under $100 style notes: the line is really for millenials; pieces are cut pretty slim; the overall styling has clean lines; and a decidedly sportswear overtone ~ overall, I’m unenthustiastic but you decide! I did find a lovely chambray jacket ($70)……which you can scoop for $52.50 (here) Take a
Girls Night In is a fun tradition that I share with my g’friends and while life has been somewhat hectic lately, we managed to sneak one in this past Saturday compliments of Sally Hansen! The weather was perfect ~ that matters because we started outside at the firepit with an Argentinian Malbec. We got in great conversation mostly about summer travel plans and a fall girls weekend that needed to happen {I can’t promise pictures from that…} After relaxing a bit
One of my favorite blogs to look at is blacktiemind ~ and one of my favorite looks is a man in a tie and blue jacket. Find a similar jacket here
The handbag list is endless (as it should be) but, it only takes a few wisely chosen options. Here are our recommendations that can make your spring/summer outfits pop and create a touch of polish…. You need a clutch ~ this super special cork clutch by J.Crew is a perfect neutral to go from day to night {it has flecks of gold} You need a satchel ~ this is your workhorse that handles business during the day but, has room
Seriously, doesn’t the picture make you wanna scoop your trench today? !It’s an absolute classic ~ light and practical, and ideal for spring. Thomas Burberry was commissioned by the British government to design a trench coat in 1901. The idea was to have outerwear that officers could throw on and create a more authoritative position. Nothing has changed ~ it has remained true from the clean, tailored shape and the crisp beige hue, to the deep pockets, wide collar and
House of Harlow 1960 Nicole Richie. Named after her first-born. Vintage-inspired. Slightly boho. Edgy. Price point? Just about everything under $100…. Final notice: take a peek and you may find a piece or two that will make you think twice….
It was all Macy’s and Capitol File Magazine‘s idea to get the delightfully funny and sassy Daisy Lewellyn to M.C. the Spring Fashion Trends show. The results were learning, laughter, fun and, of course, fashion! We walked away with the #5Essentials for this spring: lace, peplums, dresses, printed pants/denim, and pullovers! We’ve been featuring peplums and lace {along with leather and jackets} on Pinterest, so check out our inspiration options. Besides getting to check out Ms. Lewellyn in action, we got
No, I’m not pregnant….yet! But if I were, I’d definitely do a second-take at the Hatch Collection [http://hatchcollection.com/shop/category/hatch-collection/]. I’ve been secretly spying on them as their collection has grown (19 pieces for spring) and waiting for the right pieces to catch my eye. Done! The hoodie ($258) ~ the best features are the soft, durable Japanese terry material and the asymmetrical zipper! The slouch dress ($198) ~ the v-neck and dolman sleeves make this an easy piece to “grow” into
I spent the weekend indoors for the most part catching up on a stack of magazines. It was a terrific time to reflect on how grateful I am for everything I’ve been given. Left to my own devices, I’m not sure where I’d be or what I’d be doing…. My list is long but includes… (1) anything camouflage {I scooped these pants in Australia at Zara and I’m almost embarrassed to say I’ve been rocking them like every other day}
It’s simple ~ we hear lots of information on any given day but some of the stuff we hear about beauty (not to mention other topics) aren’t necessarily ‘words to live by’. In honor of April Fool’s Day, we thought we’d share some this cool infographic with insights from Aussie Celebrity Stylist Sarah Potempa, Celebrity Makeup Artist Amy Nadine, Clairol Principal Scientist Lesley Bride, Secret Senior Scientist Dr. Susan Biehle-Hulette, Olay Principal Scientist Mary Johnson and COVERGIRL Principal Scientist Dr. Sarah
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