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Uterque

Since so many of us are traveling now that it’s finally summer, I thought I would highlight another popular European chain of boutiques. You wouldn’t know it from the outside, but Uterque is owned by the same folks behind Zara. The boutiques have the same minimalist-sleek decor as Zara stores, but they’re a lot darker, … Continue reading “Uterque”

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Bimba & Lola

I went to Madrid a few months ago to visit a friend who moved there for work. While the gorgeous city has got every designer brand you could think of (and many of them are conveniently close to the city’s major museums!), the best discovery I made while I was there was Bimba & Lola. … Continue reading “Bimba & Lola”

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COS Boutiques

I came across COS while I was walking around Munich’s town center. I had never heard of the boutique before and was surprised at the mild prices (most everything is under 129 euros), given the quality of the materials used. The bi-level store was choke-full of monochromatic pieces that appeared simple, but had small details … Continue reading “COS Boutiques”

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Marc Jacobs Glam Tweed Jacket

Marc Jacobs Embellished Tweed Military Jacket If Balenciaga and Chanel had a love child, the results would be this fabulous jacket. I don’t know about you, but I’m a big fan of the classic tweed jacket–particularly when it’s tszujed up (thanks, Carson Kressley) like this. What would otherwise be a subtle black-and-white classic interspersed with … Continue reading “Marc Jacobs Glam Tweed Jacket”

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Frugal Winter Finds: Vans Fleece

Never in a million years would I have believed that I would want anything from Vans! Their sporty, skateboarder, laid-back look is not at all my style, but I happen to be reading something online when an ad popped-up for one of their sweaters. I’m totally loving the two items pictured above. On the right … Continue reading “Frugal Winter Finds: Vans Fleece”

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Spotlight On Karolina Zmarlak

Karolina Zmarlak is one of NYC’s hottest up-and-coming designers. In just a few short seasons she has won the Gen Art’s Styles 2005 styles award in the Eveningwear Category, has lead design direction on various projects in New York, Delhi, Paris and London, and has presented her ready-to-wear collection to influencers including Fern Mallis, Amanda … Continue reading “Spotlight On Karolina Zmarlak”

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