As the weather jumps from 50 to 90 in traditional New England style, I’ve been transitioning my favorite black and white color combination into spring. This light grid print top adds a summery look to my usual black leather skirt, and the pink coat pulls it all together. The outfit has a very modern vintage…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) At the opening of the Bill Brett exhibit in the North End. I received a personal tour from Bill himself! 2) Journalist necessities. 3) Wearing my Hokusai dress to the MFA Hokusai exhibit, naturally. 4) Welcoming Monday with heavy doses of caffeine. 5) A vintage telephone I picked up at a local market. 6) Thank god for sleeping in on weekends.
The Little Things
Often I find it’s the little things that get me through a busy week. Between Art New England, the blog, a few adult ed classes I’m taking and my attempts at a personal life, I’m perpetually swamped. But a few little luxuries can give me the extra push I need to make it through. Coffee…Read More
Little Black Dress
This beauty is the latest in my LBD collection. With a more bodycon base and a mesh overlay, the dress is simple but still visually interesting. The flared skirt and mid-length are appropriate for just about any occasion and it can be dressed up or down accordingly. I can already tell I’ll have this dress…Read More
Modern Floral
I love floral dresses for spring, but I’m constantly trying to get out of the traditional floral rut (see here). This dress does just that. The delicate, wide-spread floral is reminiscent of a Japanese woodblock print (hey, Hokusai) which lends it a more artistic vibe than the typical brunch look. Although the high-low structure isn’t…Read More
Delicate Notions
Lately I’ve been into delicate jewelry, color combinations, and styles. A kind of contemporary ladylike look. I found that perfect balance with this cream blazer, paired with a mint button down and accented with a few turquoise Kendra Scott pieces. The result is a soft but still put-together look. Blazer: Forever21, Button-down: H&M, Necklace: c/o…Read More