I love to wear one-of-a-kind pieces. There’s something really gratifying about wearing something fabulous that no one else has. I usually achieve that by thrifting and shopping at vintage markets but last week I did it with a hot flame and a hunk of metal. I was fortunate enough to attend a jewelry making class…Read More
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Luke Aaron S/S 2015
Last night I attended the Luke Aaron S/S 2015 installation. It was a spectacular show, featuring neutral, elegant, and structured designs. The Union Club was the perfect classic backdrop to a stunning set of looks. How stunning is this chevron, t-halter dress? The metallic belt gives it just the right amount of sparkle. This was…Read More
Boston En Vogue: Modern Elegance
It’s that time of year again! Boston Fashion Week is upon us and you can find all my coverage of the shows and events right here on Trends and Tolstoy. Last night I attended the Boston En Vogue Modern Elegance show at Bijou. It was an extensive presentation of both womenswear and menswear (!!) from…Read More
Stonybrook Fine Arts
Last week Anne Sasser hosted a 16th birthday party at Stonybrook Fine Arts in Jamaica Plain. After the party each girl left with a cute little critter to remember the evening by. The twist? They welded those critters themselves. Stonybrook Fine Arts is a school that offers instruction and resources in jewelry making, welding, metal casting,…Read More
Custom Wardrobe
I have great difficulty finding clothes that fit me exactly right. At 4’ll and a 00, I end up having to alter most of my outfits by hand. I think we’ve all experienced a little of that in the dressing room, something fits on the hips by not on the waist, or the length isn’t…Read More
Brunch on the Water
Two weekends ago I was invited to go on a brunch cruise around the Boston harbor with Odyssey Cruises. Now I simply can’t imagine spending a Sunday any other way. We spent three glorious hours cruising around the harbor in the perfect 75-and-sunny weather. Breakfast, lunch, and dessert were served as well as a few…Read More