This blazer is 16 years old and after having worn it to pieces, literally, I have to let it go! Have you ever had that item that you loved so much and just kept wearing because it was soooo perfect even though it was worn out? This is that! After finding this at a consignment store in Paris just over 16 years ago, I took it to my tailor and she gave me the hard truth – I’ve got to let
A BIG thank you to NBC News for sharing my styling insights via their Know Your Value initiative! There are 4 [unexpected] pieces you can re-purpose from your closet right now to look put together as you work-from-home. The pieces include tank tops, and….(read more)
I have been fighting sanity while on lockdown and part of that is done by patiently watching the sales and retailers for the items I’ve been wanting….and then BOOM! This Anine Bing fishbone blazer was 25% off and I grabbed it! It’s weighty so I cannot wear it now but, the colors (black + cream) make it perfection with just about any outfit especially all of my denim (I scored from Frame) and tees – can you envision a more perfect
You know I’m not into #selfies or taking pics of myself but I can still share some fabulous pieces! Over the next few days, I’ll share my nine favorite items…. [show_lookbook_widget id=”388328″] Today is ALL about the new perfect tee….! Doing a few Wizards games and Kennedy Center concerts [love Common!], my standard uniform is a pair of jeans or cool camo pants + a t-shirt + a layering jacket = it’s comfortable but appropriate! So the hunt for a perfect
Fall means cooler temps. Fall means layering. Fall means sweaters. I found some fabulous options at Old Navy for under $50 for girls, boys, plus size and more!! I scooped the Merci sweater pictured above and have rocked it twice already ~ to loads of compliments! Enjoy! [show_shopthepost_widget id=”2836634″]
I’m always in search of cool, vintage-y style t-shirts and I found a few great ones here at & Other Stories (one of my new, favorite online shopping spots). I scooped the vintage lion claw one pictured below… [show_shopthepost_widget id=”2757003″]
The original J.W. Anderson version (pictured below) escaped me when it surfaced a while ago which is probably good because my wallet would have winced but, right now Banana Republic has an eerily similar one-shoulder striped top right NOW under $90! This one won’t be missed!
This could be my new favorite white shirt. It’s made of poplin so not quite as stiff as your typical shirt and it has a point collar. Icing on this cake : it’s machine washable! Right length, right subtly relaxed fit and right price — BOOM! I want to say “thank me” but it’s really Everlane….
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
I’m continuing to build my t-shirt collection and I happened upon this cool one from Zara – it’s dark grey with super cool quilting on the sleeves! Don’t look too long because they’re going fast – and yes, I’ll be sporting mine during my upcoming private shopping event at Kit & Ace at The Shay. Fingers crossed that instead of my planned dressy skirt, I’ll be able to scoop the famous mulberry pants (I want the navy but perhaps a
Let me repeat for the record: J.Crew has fallen off a little bit BUT they still have some great pieces including this absolutely-perfect-classic-navy-blazer-for-every-occasion! It’s double-breasted. The juxaposition of the satin lapels and textured wool fabric make it not overly formal but super versatile! The fit is slightly tailored and, once on, you’ll be hard-pressed to find an occasion where it doesn’t work… My advice: don’t go without it! Yes…I scooped it too!
I just did a massive dump of most of my tees because I realized they weren’t what I really wanted. I’m starting from scratch with a few winners including this one by J.Crew. It’s part of their destination art series and while there’s a Paris one (white without the tougher navy edging) and a London that’s grey, this is me. The New York t-shirt will make an excellent start to my new t-shirt collection…. I’ll continue to share my new
Tooling around one of my favorite websites to waste time, H&M, and I found this ruffled blouse…and I scooped it immediately! I wanted to wear it with my denim all fall but also thought it would look equally nice with a dark pleated midi skirt (see my Fall Essentials List!). Confirmation came when I saw it on one of my favorite style blogs, Le Catch….
I don’t even really want to talk about it but such is life….fall officially starts September 22nd so it seems fitting to share with you my four key pieces for fall (ehrrr hmmmm…read: items you’ll see continuously). Don’t get me wrong – I love fall for the foliage, layering opportunities, the cool autumn wind and, of course, football!! The key to these pieces pictured below are (1) ability to transition from warm weather and (2) adaptability across a variety of
All summer and for the last six months at least, I’ve been preaching about adding prints as a way to extend and increase the versatility of your wardrobe. So when I happened upon this striped top with all its drama (and for $76), I was ecstatic. Waiting at the front door for this one to arrive…..
Does anyone else sit around and think of various looks for functions or events….that haven’t actually happened or that you haven’t been invited to? Secret revealed – I do! I just thought of four different looks for a casually chic warm weather day including girls day trip to a vineyard and brunch in Vegas (don’t ask…). I found three pieces popping up numerous times and found all three warm-weather essentials that we should all own: a denim tank, not-white shoes and girly dress!
It’s a “twofer”: a peplum top with made of leopard print! For those that can afford to scoop it: Giambattista Valli at net-a-porter, $1430
Although summer is my favorite season, fall runs a close second….mostly for the colors and the ability to create luxe layering. My house has a stone patio with a firepit in the backyard, and it becomes my “resting place” in the evenings [with a glass of wine] and most weekends. Last year, I started having friends join in the backyard fun and called them #BrooklandCampfire (pictures). It’s just friends sitting outside around a blazing fire, laughing, recounting summer madness, and trying
Well let me be more specific because it’s not just a t-shirt with writing on it….. I’m looking for those graphic tees that aren’t so casual that you’d wear them to a “moving party” but aren’t so stiff that they can’t work with denim. My ideal graphic tee says something slightly meaningful or whimsical or aspirational, has enough room so it doesn’t feel constricting but will be able to work with a full skirt for a store opening or on
First, EDIT your white tees that are no longer white, have holes, yellow armpits, stretched beyond recognition, or are not made of cotton or have some type of lycra/stretch in it. Plan to have at least two fitted, hip-length tees, one slightly slouchy/oversized tee, one cashmere tee, and one a-line tank….the rest is up to you! There are a range of options from fitted to slouchy, cotton to silk, short sleeve to cap and they’re all covered here: [show_lookbook_widget id=”207185″]
It’s the time to add color with prints, patterns, and texture but finding great print tops [for a reasonable price] is like discovering a unicorn. I did some serious digging and found a few fabulous options to transition you into spring. These tops are good for wearing under your standard black or navy suit, tucked into a pencil skirt or rocked with some menswear-inspired slacks. My fave is definitely the X. Which is your favorite? [show_boutique_widget id=”243205″]
There are tons of things I could be talking about or you could be thinking of when you read the title. I could be talking about that sticky situation I got myself into when I hooked up my friend with another friend (I will make an oath to stay out of ‘grown folk’s business in the future); or I could be referring to my desire to find that perfect winter white coat for my client even though I’m loathed to
There are a few essential sweaters every woman wants in her winter wardrobe (about six types). The one I love the most is the shawl collar cardigan ~ it’s comfy, cozy, and (if chosen correctly) works perfectly with your cropped leather jacket for a bit of everyday edge! Colors can vary but if you’ve got the usual suspects in terms of leather jackets (cognac, black, brown) then your best bet is a cool neutral like grey. My favorite is pictured
What’s one of the items that you’d miss immediately if it were gone?? [Hint: look at the title of this post] If you didn’t say “my white shirt” that just means you don’t have that one white shirt that is fabulous! Thank me later but here you go….. I have been on the hunt for my new perfect white shirt….because my old go-to (Nara Carmicie) cannot be obtained anymore. I believe my new fave will be by Anne Fontaine (here) and
Have you ever found yourself ready to head to a party or a function that isn’t actually formal but you wanted some razzmatazz anyway? It’s the proverbial dark denim and a top – with nothing to throw over it! Solution: this beautiful metallic finish jacket made of jersey from H&M ($50)
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