Last week a lot of museums re-opened and I had a genuine day back in the field reporting on the new museum experiences. It felt amazing to be out and about again and I wore a special outfit to celebrate. Here I tried to blend style and utility, comfortable pants for running around all day…Read More
Professional
Working the System
Sometimes, a girl just wants to wear PJs. But that could be damaging for someone with a fashionable reputation to protect. Enter this printed matching set. It’s as comfortable as wearing sweatpants but with all the visual interest of a street style ensemble. Plus, having two pieces instead of a jumpsuits means not having to…Read More
Student Becomes the Master
In this look I’m taking my favorite elements of schoolgirl style, plaid, turtlenecks, and neutrals, and upgrading them with a sophisticated sheath silhouette. Full disclosure I borrowed this dress from my photographer Rebecca Gatto, she’s a full service gal! As an on-the-run journalist I find myself more and more trying to accommodate function into my…Read More
Summer’s End
Boston heralds the end of summer with a series of cool, rainy, windy days. Not the best sartorial weather, but this girl stops for no storm! I picked up this black anorak jacket at Primark (for only $11) and it’s been a great layering piece for this transitional season. When I’m hopping from meeting to…Read More
6 Year Blogiversary!
Six years ago today I sat down and tentatively penned my first post for Trends and Tolstoy. 12 countries, hundreds of books, and countless glasses of champagne later, I’m a better person for it. Writing this blog has helped me pursue and discover my passions, and has allowed me (through lots of hard work and…Read More
Culotte Queen
I’ve been loving the culotte trend (as you can see here) and I couldn’t resist the opportunity to combine my love of leather with the new fad. I styled the look with a grey turtleneck sweater, because, hey, it snowed yesterday, and t-strap heels for a little sex appeal. The best part of this look…Read More