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Author archive for Maya H.

  • Sep112009

    Dear Blueprint…Need Help! – Need the Perfect Date Outfit

    Mystery: I don't have time for a 'wardrobe assessment' or any kind of makeover but, I know I need a…

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  • Sep092009

    New York Fashion Week

    Today, in New York City, Fashion Week kicks off!  It's an opportunity for designers and retailers to showcase what will becoming…

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  • Sep082009

    14 Days of Fall Fashions! Day 12 & Totally Basic White

    Every fashionista and fashionelle has a host of white shirts (or they should!) so, you're reading and asking 'what's so…

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  • Sep052009

    Common Theme with the Fellas… Keep It Casual

    In the same vein as "keepin' it casual", a very chic men's designer boutique called Glass Boutique, based in the…

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  • Sep052009

    During these Times, We Need to Cinch our Financial Belt

    As a self-proclaimed fashionista and shopper-extraordinaire that means finding ways to look stylish and sophisticated while practicing chic-onomics....enter accessories!  While…

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  • Sep052009

    For The Larger Shoe Size Sisters of Shoppers Anonymous

    Large Size Designer Shoes is an online haven for those of us who have a foot fetish but may have…

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  • Sep042009

    14 Days of Fall Fashions! Day 10 & The Perfect “Catch All Saturday Bag”

    Anyone who knows me, knows that my favorite shopping line when I see something I like, must have, and don't really…

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  • Sep042009

    14 Days of Fall Fashions! Day 10 & How to Definitively Walk The Line

    Across the last month or so, I have encountered more thn a few relatively "put together" men who don't know how…

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  • Sep032009

    6 Items Under $250 That You Want in Your Closet

    One of my (new) favorite sites is Outnet.com and here are six reasons why: Why wouldn't you want a military-inspired coat…

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  • Sep032009

    14 Days of Fall Fashions! Day 9 & Dark Denim Does Double Duty

    This fall and perhaps for a while to come, there is a return to classic, low-key, elegant, simple pieces thus…

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  • Sep022009

    What is the Most All-American Fabric You Can Think Of?

    Day 7: Denim.  Denim is timeless, versatile and chic; and a staple in every wardrobe.  Denim can be washed at…

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  • Sep022009

    14 Days of Fall Fashions! Day 8 & If the Glove Fits, You Must Acquit

    With fall and that six-letter swear word (winter....) right around the corner, we need to prepare ourselves.  As you run…

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  • Sep022009

    BfS Item of the Week: Arthur Ashe Tee

    In tribute to one of the greatest tennis players of all times, Jay-Z designed this Arthur Ashe t-shirt for this…

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  • Sep012009

    Guess What Fabric is Silky Smooth?

    Day 6: Silk.  It's a natural fiber and has a sheer, delicate and translucent look to the material.  In summer,…

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  • Sep012009

    14 Days of Fall Fashions! Day 7 & To Top it Off Right…

    To top it off right, fall calls for a "proper" hat that can worn to work on a nippy day or rocked at…

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  • Sep012009

    14 Days of Fall Fashions! Day 7 & Every Man Needs a Dimepiece

    Every man needs a dimepiece aka a beautiful woman!  LOL - I'm joking; I really mean every man needs a…

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  • Aug312009

    The Perfect Fabric for Frequent Fliers

    Day 5: Polyester.  Polyester is making a comeback with interesting textures like crushed silk and knits which are now imitating…

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  • Aug302009

    What is Viscose? Do I Have Any Clothes with It?

    Day 4: Viscose.  Viscose is easily blended with other fibers such as satin but, it is very difficult to get…

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  • Aug292009

    ‘Cotton is King’ or So They Said in the South!

    Day 3: Cotton.  Cotton is king if you live in a warm climate--it breathes as opposed to generating extra heat…

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  • Aug282009

    Loving Linen…Gently

    Day 2: Linen.  Linen has a life of its own and can drape wonderfully if it is of high quality.  It…

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  • Aug282009

    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…

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  • Aug282009

    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…

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  • Aug272009

    Caring for the Sexy, Sophisticated Clothes You Have!

    Day 1: Cashmere, Lamb's Wool & Mohair.  Woolens are natural, soft fibers which can quickly felt with careless washing so, when…

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  • Aug272009

    How to Throw Fall Colors into Your Wardrobe & Maintain Your Manhood

    The colors of the season are purple, grey and forest green and although Blueprint will be sharing several ideas about…

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  • Aug272009

    Work-Dinner-Date Dress that a Stylishly Chic Woman Should Own

    In reality, it's a houndstooth waistcoat and dress -- and it's divine!  You can wear this into the office, head…

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