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[Poll] One Summer MUST Do
[poll id=”12″] Personally, I’m planning to host an outdoor movie night later this summer, and about four of the other items listed! What about you?!
2015/06/24
[poll id=”12″] Personally, I’m planning to host an outdoor movie night later this summer, and about four of the other items listed! What about you?!
Tried, true, and tested Cuts down on morning routine time Fragrance-free (so cool for guys too!) Moisturizing…and last all day (I swear!) Inexpensive ($6 just about anywhere) So Im back to lubing up in the shower and then carrying on with my day….on the cheap!! Woohoo!!
I did, I swear! Well kinda – he walked by as I was entering one of my new, favorite neighborhood haunts [Brookland’s Finest]. I grabbed his arm – yes, I entered his personal space without even asking! – and said, “Excuse me and I know this is gonna sound weird but, you smell great! What are you wearing?” He chuckled [thank God!] and said, “Other than my clothes, I assume you’re talking about my cologne and it’s John Varvatos Artisan
This is easy ~ a pair of white sneakers. You know you need them, you want a fresh new pair of kicks, and the selection is sickeningly expansive so I’ve got some awesome options no matter what your style. If you’re a new school prepster who believes in the power of madras and polos than this Adidas Stan Smith is you! If you’re a sneaker-on-the-weekend-while-hanging-with-my-kids then the comfy but cool Rosen is right up your sartorial alley….(I think I’m
I love the color orange! And fuschia is pretty cool too! Since the weekends are made for running around the idea of doing it with a little extra color is right. These Saucony sneakers are cute and on sale (they also come in a yellow/teal combo too), and they may just allow me to dip-‘n-dodge a little quicker as I head to the grocery store, client shopping, and BBQing. What are your weekend plans?
Do you ever want to read when you’re chillin in the tub? Or have you tried only to drop your book in the water? I have…. Well I found this cool handmade bathtub caddy on etsy – and I’m thinking my evening tub escapades have just been upgraded!
I saw this piece while tooling around online and the first thing I thought was how perfect it was for a warm Saturday (which is not right now) but then the more I looked at it, I eyed it for a girls trip to use as my beach cover-up. Then I shared it with a friend and she quickly responded, “I love it to rock with my white denim!”. A three-in-one piece….and all for $48! My favorite feature: along with
I’m ok admitting it….the older I get, the more light I need in my house! I’m becoming my mother and I realize I am preferential to table lamps because they don’t take up floor space, they tend to have more options for fabulous bases, and I can more easily manuever them from room to room. I like Marshalls and Home Goods but found a super cool one at Target! This will go easily in any room and can be a
“I like a fine-gauge knit – like a summer sweater – under a suit, which just feels nice on the skin. No collar, but more substantial a T-shirt. Somehow, a T-shirt isn’t enough.” –Scott Sternberg, Designer, Band of Outsiders {shared from Details magazine, May 2015}
Bringing Home the Birkin, Michael Tonello A very fun (and informative) read! My poor friend let me borrow this book too….(it hasn’t been returned either – smh). This book can be read in a weekend so it’s perfect for a beach trip or as a flight book. In the process of being entertained, you’ll get a few key nuances on the “how-to” purchase a Birkin, why they are coveted, what they’ll set you back, and how to “skip the line”
Ever snapped a photo and thought, “Everyone should see this!”? Well now they can…using the Polaroid Zip! Polaroid zip is a mobile printer that syncs with your smartphone to create stick-and-peel polaroids. Now everyone can see what you see! It was available on Amazon starting May 1st
Are you going? Well before you pack your bags, here are a few items to note: stay at Hotel Nacional de Cuba don’t think you’re just going……you still need a fairly legit reason to get past official channels skip internet; it’s not readily accessible plan to go to the Partagás cigar factory will they still hand roll the Partagas No. 5 apparently you’re supposed to do the Tropicana go with euros in hand (not USD) Enjoy! Side note: those impossibly
“I tend to keep a cotton or linen bandana or pocket square at hand. They’re a nice accent in terms of elevating a summer suit and also perfect for discreetly wiping away perspiration.” –Bruce Pask, Men’s Fashion Director, Bergdorf Goodman {shared from Details magazine, May 2015}
This is the last post in a series (of three) articles about helping men to nail their wedding day and wedding day prep. Today, we’re talking about wedding traditions ~ some are good, some not-so-hot! Which do you favor? I disagree with the “dowry” placement, “cummerbunds” should be moved further left, and “dollar dance” is exactly right! InsideHook kindly plotted the most common wedding traditions…
Originally unveiled in 1941 by African-American painter Jacob Lawrence, the 60-panel anthology has been shuttled between DC’s Phillips Collection and New York’s MOMA. Well, for the first time in 20 years, it will be reunited at MOMA as the centerpiece of the exhibition, “One-Way Ticket: Jacob Lawrence’s Migration Series and Other Visions of the Great Movement North”. It opened April 3rd. Clearly, I’m going to see it! You?
Sometimes we all need a little nudge, or a love tap, or perhaps just written instructions on how to be great! If so, then you should have attended msNBC’s “Know Your Value” Conference hosted by Mika Brzezinski, co-host of Morning Joe. She along with a laundry list of heavy hitters hit the stage on Friday, May 15th using the hashtag #KnowYourValue to give you the nuts n’ bolts of knowing your value and making sure you share it…the right way.
Name: Nick Wooster Former Occupation: fashion director for Bergdorf Goodman Current Calling: clothing designer Age: 54 years old/young Say What?: coming this fall, in collaboration with Italian brand Lardini, it’s everything Nick wanted but couldn’t find You heard right…the capsule collection will include linen blazers, button-downs, and summer tweed tuxedos! I’ve followed Nick on Instagram for a little bit and appreciate his style sense and his sense of humor – which you’ll see ON the clothes because apparently Lardini added
“Summer suits aren’t supposed to last your whole life – wrap your head around the fact that you’ll probably only get three good summers out of one. Also, avoid double-breasted – it’s just adding another layer.” –Michael Bastian, Designer {shared from Details magazine, May 2015}
I’m feeling these Greek-inspired bronze sandals. I don’t wear shorts but I rock short dresses and full skirts all summer…and these seem like the ideal substitute to flip flops to add polish, finish and chicness. Alaia ~ I’m in heaven….
We’re into the second week of matrimonial madness compliments of InsideHook ~ to ensure you’re ready to propose and make a good showing. this week we’re talking about tux options and while the groomsmen should head to Black Tux, let’s look at the three options for the groom: Every man can do the standard black tuxedo….it’s traditional and no-big-deal! To rock the midnight navy tux just make sure you’ve got a black bow tie and a shawl collar For the
My sister and father are ready to choke me but, I’m barely back three weeks from Dubai, Thailand and Vietnam, and already I am planning another getaway. I think the planning part is exciting but also a great way to escape the current soggy weather currently happening in DC… I was tooling around on another blog which happens to be one of my favorites, Le Catch, and I saw this bag (available at Henri Bendel). Immediately loved the colors and
This is clearly my favorite category because I’m a heels-girl but also because we’re talking about the shoes you sport to show your personality or to add that pep in your step. All bets are off here – the only danger is to steer clear of going headlong into summer (nights are still cool); and expect these to run a little more because you’re adding instant POW to your look. A few you could still rock to work but these
“Ninety-nine percent of rainproof products are woven. Typically, that means synthetics that won’t patina like cotton or leather. But as Italian brand called Ten C makes great coats that are actually knits. They’re based on the fabric used for convertible-car covers, which needs to be able to stretch. It allows them to get back that worn-in look I really love while remaining waterproof.” –Chris Gibbs, owner of Union, in L.A. Moral of the story: you need waterproof stuff and you
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