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Could She Be Your Style Icon? Gaia Repossi

Her name: Gaia Repossi Her style ethos: “I think women look best when they’re not overdressed. Ease is chic.” What she wears: simple lines, always a heel, more solids than busy prints, balanced outfits, shows her ankles even with pants What I love/dislike: I love how she uses the shape of clothes to create interest and variation and appreciate her no-fuss approach to colors however, I’d want to see a bit more daring use of prints and patterns; and perhaps

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2013/07/31
virtual book club, the execution of noa. p singleton
Events & Happenings

From Left to Write: The Execution of Noa P. Singleton

I’m part of a virtual book club called From Left to Write and for July, we read this book called The Execution of Noa P. Singleton by Elizabeth L. Silver. I’m excited to be part of this group because it gives me a chance to not only get back to something I love (reading!) but also to get some reviews that are wonderfully non-traditional. That said, you can read all of the reviews here; and mine is below. As I

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2013/07/29
Houzz, home, interior decorating
Events & Happenings

Weekend Musings

Traditional Kitchen by San Francisco Architects & Designers Taylor Lombardo Architects Scary? Yes but I’ve been thinking a lot about new homes, interior decorating crap, and the likes so Houzz is my new best friend ~ it’s like Pinterest for home/interior design freaks. The picture above is a look at my ideal kitchen ~ a place to entertain, not too formal, fully functional, spacious, and modern with an old-world feel. It would become my new office! Right now, I only

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2013/07/27
movies, Fruitvale Station
Events & Happenings

Movie: Fruitvale Station

This movie a must-see! Fruitvale Station tells the real story of Oscar Grant, a 22-year-old unarmed black man who was shot and killed by a San Francisco transit cop for a crime equal to “wrong place, wrong time.” In the face of Trayvon Martin conversations going on, the true power and poigance comes from the tragedy of a life cut short…..perhaps just as the best is about to begin. It opens Friday (tomorrow).

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2013/07/25
Events & Happenings

DailyWorth Career Chic Council

Yay for me! DailyWorth selected me to be part of their Career Chic Council. As of now, I just know it means I’ll get a chance to share my insights on office fashion but, I’ll let you know what else and where you can see more as soon as I know….. Thanks DailyWorth for the honor!

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2013/07/24
green, eco-friencly, Timberland
Accessories

Comfy Timberland Sandals for The Right Person

So not everything that I try, I love but I love giving it a whirl to see if there’s anything good about it. In this case, I got the opportunity to receive a pair of Timberland‘s new Earthkeepers maeslin backstrap sandals in off-white. While overall the styling is a little too “safe” for me, I can appreciate that they were super comfy, the off-white color works with everything in your summer wardrobe, and 85% of the shoe is made from

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2013/07/23
wedding, nuptials, packing, travel
Outfits/Complete Looks

Weekend Wedding Packing

Ok it’s not your wedding event but, you still need to look cute (just in case one of the groomsmen is hot) and not too over-the-top. We covered your rehearsal dinner, Saturday pool party, girls night out (aka the last hoorah), and travel. Plus we threw in your beauty essentials like this seasons’s best nail color by Butter London, sun care coverage, a bright red lip (always), and a healthy glow with NARS multiple! My favorite pieces are the Zara

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2013/07/17
petite, dresses, small frame, WHIT Two
Bottoms

Pretty, Petite, Perfect Dress!

Whitney Pozgay is slightly “vertically challenged” thus, has an appreciation for clothing that helps the more petite among us reach new heights! She collaborated with Anthropologie on a capsule collection, WHIT Two. Check it out here but my favorite piece is this embroidered urchin petite dress {$188}. This white dress is the perfect length for day or date night; the backside zipper works to create a little booty; the swing top is forgiving; and the fitted skirt provides ideal balance

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2013/07/15
Accessories

Feeling Beautiful With Nothing

Feeling “beautiful” is one of the easiest things to do because, for me, it’s all about being natural. Yes, there’s “glamorous”, “chic”, and “stylish” but those are all words that I associate with a look I’ve put together. They speak to the pieces I’ve put together and a look I wanted to achieve! On the other hand, when I think of feeling “beautiful”, it’s all about my natural state. How I feel when I’ve got on my basic pieces, jeans

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2013/07/12
swimsuits, swimwear under $100
Accessories

Sun, Sand & Swimsuits

Maybe a pool too…..but to beat the heat, head to the water! And to do that, you must have the requisite swimsuit! The problem for me is that swimsuits can cost soooo much and for no good reason ~ anything over $100 for an item that I will wear two or three times and likely cover up even when I am wearing it means that even from a cost-per-wear perspective, something has to give. I chose these five swimsuits because

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2013/07/10
Molton Brown, sportbalm, men's beauty
Grooming

Men’s Beauty Must Have: Warming Balm

It sounds like an oxymoron to say “men’s beauty must have” but guys need to take care of themselves too! I was already looking at this balm, two former athlete-friends mentioned it and then I saw it featured in a magazine…..so I’m sure you’re supposed to have this Molton Brown is already a recognized name in beauty ~ not too fem but not too sterile either. Molton Brown Body-Warming Sportbalm ($26) promises a little love for pre- and post- exercise

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2013/07/02
rain gear, umbrellas
Accessories

Stay Dry & Fly

If you live on the East Coast then, simply put, you need an umbrella. We’ve been getting pummeled with rain and not the springtime mist but sheets and downpours. I was doing pretty good not getting caught in the rain until last Friday ~ I had broken my trusty umbrella and never replaced it…..dumb, I know. Well I came home that night and hit the internet looking for something that wouldn’t make the rain as horrible as I believe it

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2013/07/01
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