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Fall Must-Have #3: Double-Breasted Blazer

I love love love blazers….although not the biggest fan of double-breasted options because most styles are too tight around my mid-section. To keep them looking slick, opt for skinny or fitted bottoms! If you’re taking the plunge but also want to get some regular use out of it, I’d recommend a navy pinstripe (like pictured above) or a “save” version here! You can always go for a touch of subdued color with this teal green version. If you’re not sure

2018/10/26

Accessories

a spring/summer essential that’s easy to find!

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2018/04/23

Bottoms

holiday denim

Don’t we all love denim?! And then when there’s already some sparkle added ~ is that even better? So when I thought of a fun, holiday outfit that when ‘light up the room‘ when I walked in, I pictured these pair of jeans + a sequin sweatshirt for the ultimate lazy festive look! Who’s in with me?! They almost remind me of something I’d see on an old 70s dance show – I’m ready!

2017/12/07

Accessories

perfect accent piece for any holiday outfit

I dig this crystal belt because in my efforts to provide great pieces that can be flexible and cover a variety of situations, this is a WINNER (chicken dinner!)! Think of your oversized tunic with a pair of jeans + this belt = waahlah! instant holiday chic Or envision this belt + a fitted satin dress = boom auto-zesty for girls night out! And for just over $60, it’s a piece that will get plenty of airtime if you can get a

2017/12/06

Accessories

4 Must-Haves Under $50 for Summer

Every summer you’ll get this list and plus-or-minus it doesn’t change less a quick switch with something that is more pressing…like sunscreen. This summer’s list of must-haves is easy: a simple tee, handheld bag, sunscreen, and sunglasses. The simple tee: for me, there’s nothing “simple” about it because I like color so mine is a vintage/destroyed tee or sleeveless u-neck so I can keep cool. [show_shopthepost_widget id=”2704369″] The handheld bag: this is because that quick run to the coffee

2017/06/12

Features & Series

TOP 2017 fashion trends: ruching, ASYMMETRY, ruffles, bowties

This fashion asymmetry trend is another favorite along with ruching and its everywhere right now: ruffles, ruching, asymmetrical hemlines and bowties! I hate being a ‘slave to the trends‘ but this one is easy because it’s not going anywhere! It is, however, our last post dedicated to these trends, where to find them, how to wear them, and what to avoid. To find it, head to Topshop, Shopbop, H&M and Need Supply. And if you want to do it right:

2017/06/05

Features & Series

TOP 2017 fashion trends: ruffles, RUCHING, asymmetry, bowties

This is my favorite current trend and its everywhere right now: ruffles, ruching, asymmetrical hemlines and bowties! And as much as I hate being a ‘slave to the trends‘, I’m in love with ruching because it’s so forgiving! This is our second last post dedicated to these trends, where to find them, how to wear them, and what to avoid. Ruching can be done anyway you please and its the perfect camouflage for that still-working-on-it midsection and adds just a

2017/06/03

Features & Series

TOP 2017 fashion trends: RUFFLES, asymmetry, bowties, ruching

They’re everywhere you look this season: ruffles, ruching, asymmetrical hemlines and bowties! And as much as I hate being a ‘slave to the trends‘, I’m in love with ALL of them. So our next four posts will be dedicated to these trends, where to find them, how to wear them, and what to avoid. Ruffles are meant to be a flourish — so going head-to-toe will just have you looking like you belong in a chiquita banana commercial. Rather choose

2017/05/30

Style

How To Resist Impulse Buying

Do NOT be fooled, the secret is simple….but no one wants to share! Remember when your mom asked you to make a list of what you wanted for your birthday, or your sibling asked for your Holiday Wish List? The concept was simple: create a list that focused your lust!! A set of pre-determined [and hopefully well though out] items keeps the wandering eye in check. As a stylist, I create an Essentials Shopping List for each client because it

2016/09/08

Dresses & Outfits

Ready For The Weekend: 70s Style

When I hear/see/think lame and/or pleats, I am instantly transported back to the 70s and my body immediately starts moving because it was the Solid Gold era. I’m preparing to head to Chicago for one of my besties’ birthday and need a look that says fun-loving, flirtatious, mature-but-not-old, style savvy, and dance-floor-here-I-come…..wah lah! This metallic lame pleated midi dress – paired with a blush belt and coordinating heels – ensures my dance card will be full all night!! Style notes:

2016/03/25

Footwear

A Fabulous Fall Flats Closet

Are you looking for some fab flats for fall? Here are 11 pairs of fall flats sure to add flavor and polish to any look you put together (starting from the upper left and moving in a circle to the right): Riley leopard print flat, $100 – get extra 10% off if it’s your first visit Suede ballerina with embroidery, $160 – only a few left Baylee Louise et Cie tweed flat, $129 – an easy way to amp up

2015/10/05

Dresses & Outfits

Denim Do for Summer

Denim is an American wardrobe staple and something that is in most of our closets in multiples. However, when summer hits, it may get a a little less airtime especially if you live Ina city like DC where the humidity makes anything heavier than linen feel like a death sentence. [Enter stage left] Denim….in white. More specifically, a white denim dress – this one available at Topshop. It’s not quite appropriate for work but movie night, date night, girls night

2014/06/13

Tops

Warm Weather Leather

Walk a fine line between summer and fall with warm weather leather… Our recommendation is something buttery smooth like this off white leather sweatshirt it’s off white so perfect for now and fall it’s leather so it’s on-trend the shape is generous enough to work for the more buxom or willowy frames the styling makes it workable with a short, full mini skirt or even with denim Here’s my outfit for this look (perhaps even for #NYFW): leather sweatshirt, $240

2013/09/09

Dresses & Outfits

Spring Dresses Inspired By Street Style

Giovanna Battaglia adds a scarf for panache but the sportiness of spring dresses is evident ~ and will look just as good with a pair of wedge booties as some gladiator flats. I’ve scooped this Topshop version in hopes of it becoming my new everyday-in-a-pinch dress for spring. While I’ll undoubtedly sport these with my wedge sneakers and gold Loeffler Randall flats, feel free to add a colorful scarf at your whim…. Style notes: this dress works for those with

2013/05/07

Accessories

1 Dress, Day To Night

I love making outfits and different looks! Admittedly, I wouldn’t wear all of them but it’s not always about me…. I love this dress for the color and the dipped hem; and it works great for easy Saturdays or hardworking hump days. I would throw on a wide navy belt with the snake print heels (pictured), and then a fabulous, colorful clutch. You can also check out My-wardrobe dresses for fabulous options!! Shopping List: Topshop dress, $84 || Stuart Weitzman

2012/05/24

A Week’s Worth of Neutral Hotness

Shopping List: Camel suede boots ~ by Pura Lopez ($225) or similar more edgy PL version Blythe shirtdress ~ by J Crew ($148) Green blouse ~ by Genny Vintage ($127) Navy blouse (similar) ~ by Topshop ($76) Camel ostrich emboosed clutch ~ by ASOS ($81) Vintage camel belt (great buy!) ~ by Fossil ($48) 2-piece navy blue suit ~ by Max Mara ($337)

2011/11/22

Tights for a Tight Budget

There are lots of items you’ll be able to spruce up your fall wardrobe with, but on a tight budget one of the easiest ways will be with tights! Whether they’re patterned or colorful, tights offer the option to ‘shop your closet’. We found several cool options compliments of Refinery29. Enjoy…and walk lively!! Happy Socks Cotton Tights, $25, available at Happy Socks; Kate Spade Graphic Dot Mustard Tights, $30, available at Kate Spade; Forever 21 Classic Textured Tights, $6.80, available

2010/10/05

Tough Luck & Tough Chic

This belt, found at Topshop($80), is a terrific find if you’re interested in the ‘tough chic’ look that is popular this fall. This belt can be worn with jeans and a plain white shirt, or add it to an open long cardigan to ensure you’re not looking like a Talbots poster child, or work it with a fitted top and long skirt to keep ’em guessing! It’s a great deal at $80 and it allows you to get into the

2009/11/30

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Fall Must-Have #3: Double-Breasted Blazer

a spring/summer essential that’s easy to find!

holiday denim

perfect accent piece for any holiday outfit

4 Must-Haves Under $50 for Summer

TOP 2017 fashion trends: ruching, ASYMMETRY, ruffles, bowties

TOP 2017 fashion trends: ruffles, RUCHING, asymmetry, bowties

TOP 2017 fashion trends: RUFFLES, asymmetry, bowties, ruching

How To Resist Impulse Buying

Ready For The Weekend: 70s Style

A Fabulous Fall Flats Closet

Denim Do for Summer

Warm Weather Leather

Spring Dresses Inspired By Street Style

1 Dress, Day To Night

A Week’s Worth of Neutral Hotness

Tights for a Tight Budget

Tough Luck & Tough Chic

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