I’ve always been drawn to vintage style. Fashion history is interesting in that the garments reflect the time period they were designed in. For example, sparse simple looks during World War I, versus a lush extravagance during the ’20s. I love wearing vintage looks because it’s like wearing a bit of history. Each garment has…Read More
What I’m Reading: Super Sad True Love Story
It’s been a while since I read contemporary fiction, I’m usually more of a classics girl, but when a friend recommended Super Sad True Love Story by Gary Shteyngart I was intrigued. Set in a future world where everyone is completely dependent on electronic devices called apparats (surprise, surprise) and your value is ranked based off your “credit”…Read More
Fifth Element
What makes outfits like this so great is the way all the different elements work together. The texture, the colors, the pattern, the cut, they all work to make the look interesting without overpowering each other. It’s outfits like this that take a little more thought and artistry to put together than your typical cute…Read More
Lady in Red
This supsender skirt is one of my favorite new go-to items. It’s easy to pair with everything but adds a little interest to my outfits that a circle skirt can’t. I especially like it with this red shirt and a statement necklace. It adds some sophistication to a look that could’ve gone schoolgirl very quickly. Shirt:…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) Desperately trying to caffeinate before work. 2) A little morning snack. 3) Getting my seamstress on. 4) Thursday vibes. 5) Objets d’art from artist open studios. 6) Breakfast in bed, always.
Au Revoir!
I’m off to Paris once again! I can only be away from the city of baguettes and small dogs for so long. I’m really looking forward to reading by the Seine and posing Blair Waldorf style in front of a Manet at the Musée d’Orsay. I’ve got some great posts lined up for you while…Read More