Five Essentials for the Snob in Her 40’s
By the time you’ve hit the 4-0, you’ve hit your stride. You know what you like, and better yet, you know how to get it. It’s all about genuine confidence (which was often elusive in your 20s!). You’re not trying to impress anyone, except yourself. No doubt it’s fun to be young, but nothing is … Continue reading “Five Essentials for the Snob in Her 40’s”
Chanel Hobo/Messenger: Cult of Chanel
A functional Chanel is worth its weight in gold. Unfortunately for my bank account, it actually costs its weight in gold, too. This shoulder style with thick chains (which are surprisingly lightweight because they are hollow…which should mean they are cheaper, right?) makes it a ladylike day bag. One that you can seriously use. You’ve … Continue reading “Chanel Hobo/Messenger: Cult of Chanel”
Chanel Swarovski-Crystal Flap Bag: Viva Las Vegas
What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas – and that even goes for Chanel bags! Exclusive to their Las Vegas boutique, behold: the Swarovski-encrusted flap bag, available in pink, blue, and gray. This blinged-out sensation would be such a great souvenir to take home from my whirlwind weekend trip (I haven’t stayed up this late … Continue reading “Chanel Swarovski-Crystal Flap Bag: Viva Las Vegas”
Miu Miu Printed Silk-Taffeta Dress: One Dress, Two Personas
The choice is yours: take this dress back where it came from, to Petticoat Junction – or give it a sexy-cute surprise and go full-on Gothic Lolita. A dress like Miu Miu’s latest spring number, in poufy red gingham, might look like a statement, but it’s your call. The beauty of a bold frock is … Continue reading “Miu Miu Printed Silk-Taffeta Dress: One Dress, Two Personas”
Killer Shades: Chanel Prestige Cat Eye
It was 60-something degrees here this past Saturday, which for November in New York City is nothing short of insane, but there was no complaining from my end! I got the above Chanel Prestige shades ($550 at Sunglass Hut), a few weeks ago and have been so madly in love with them that I’ve literally … Continue reading “Killer Shades: Chanel Prestige Cat Eye”
Chanel Hand-Held Flap Bag: Almost Making the Cut
Topping my list of things to do when I was in Paris: pay a visit to the original Chanel boutique on Rue Cambon. While I expected to channel my inner Coco, I was disappointed not to find anything to buy! =( That’s not to say there wasn’t anything there I desired – a gray crocodile … Continue reading “Chanel Hand-Held Flap Bag: Almost Making the Cut”