Look of the Week: Wine Country Snob
From the modestly humble to the over-the-top luxurious, vineyards in Napa Valley wine country are an enchanting way to spend the day for one reason. Do I even need to say it? An excuse to drink wine when the sun is up! Whether you’re a “Sideways”-esque connoisseur, a casual observer, or your attitude is “I … Continue reading “Look of the Week: Wine Country Snob”
3.1 Phillip Lim Cutout Silk and Cotton-Blend T-Shirt: Cut Out Your Boring T-Shirt Habit
With unexpected layers (knits over silk) and offbeat cuts, Phillip Lim is reviving the everyday shirt. An inspired outfit is all about the elements coming together in an interesting and unique way, and that’s easy once you’ve found the right top. Cutouts on clothing frequently translate to va-va-voom sex appeal (as in, “look at my … Continue reading “3.1 Phillip Lim Cutout Silk and Cotton-Blend T-Shirt: Cut Out Your Boring T-Shirt Habit”
Chic and Easy Tops:
The dream top is an illusive character. Not a T-shirt and not a “going-out” top. It’s effortless yet thoughtful. Pulled together with a bit of interest, not a load of flair. Comfortable and not too complicated. No wonder there are never enough of these in your closet – the kind that feel just as appropriate … Continue reading “Chic and Easy Tops:”
VPL Swag Top
We tend to see copious amounts of plain T-shirts, simple tanks, and chichi “going-out” tops, but cool casual tops are hard to come by. VPL (standing for Visible Panty Line by Victoria Bartlett, a designer inspired by anatomy and movement) consistently nails them. The crisscross ribbon detail across the back, with ruched fabric draped beneath, … Continue reading “VPL Swag Top”
Gucci Fall 2011
Color, thy name is Gucci. That seemed to be the mantra for the 1970s collection Frida Giannini presented on Wednesday–during the iconic Florentine brand’s 90th anniversary year no less. While the Gucci woman continues to be sleek and subtle during the day–the coats were sumptuous, the tailored pantsuits gorgeous, all in a mix of black … Continue reading “Gucci Fall 2011”
Tomas Maier Poncho
With color-blocking as a trend in Spring 2011, this Tomas Maier cashmere poncho is right on point. An effortless way to pull of the look without having to put much thought into it, this stone and pink poncho can be worn about a trillion different ways (give or take a few). Though I’m wearing a … Continue reading “Tomas Maier Poncho”